episode_0033

Going to the imperial court itself was not a problem. Because I already received an invitation from the 3rd prince.

The only question was when to go.

‘My work is almost done.’

All hidden magic balance adjustments and other rule adjustments have been completed. Now I won’t have to touch Abracadabra any more.

Taking reservations and running board games are all part of Arche Mateap’s job, so now I just quietly watch.

That’s why I tried to leave right away if possible.

“No.”

“Adela?”

“In the end, you are the one who created Abracadabra, and even if things are going well now, you never know what might happen along the way. In such a situation, the only person our Mage Tower can rely on is you, Kyle Byron.”

“Well, then to some extent… … ?”

“The minimum calculation would be about 1 year.”

“… … … Adela? Are you serious?”

“Of course I am sincere. We have already prepared your room separately, not as a guest room. The room is right next to mine, so it will be comfortable in many ways. Please understand that this matter depends on the survival of the Magic Tower and cannot be handled carelessly.”

“If you say so… … … .”

If possible, I wanted to visit the imperial court while the nobles still remembered Kyle Gali and spread the trend again, but it was obvious that in a year, everyone would forget about Kyle Galli.

But since Adella, who is in charge of many real powers in the tower, says this, I can’t help it──

“It’s okay. Come back.”

“Olpin Top Owner?”

“… … Top owner.”

“The gaze stings. Of course, what Adella said is correct, but Abracadabra has already entered a stable state. I was fully informed of the rules and other elements from the creator.”

“However, as Adela said, if something strange happens… … .”

“This is the Magic Tower. Even if something like that were to happen, teleporting to the imperial palace would be out of the question. If you really want to, you can receive advice from a distance through magic.”

“Aha.”

“Well, it would be faster if you stayed in the tower, but unless you really want to go to the other side of the empire, distance isn’t a big problem.”

Adella couldn’t have known this, but it seemed like she was trying to be cautious.

In fact, Adella was looking at me and Orphin back and forth with a very dissatisfied expression.

Olpin, who had been smiling bitterly at her, grinned.

“However, that is only if the wizard of our Magic Tower accompanies us.”

“Do you mean accompanying me?”

“The wizards of the Arche Tower can communicate in real time through light. It’s a very inefficient magic, so I don’t normally use it, but it’s very useful in cases like this.”

“Then… … ?”

“It turned out well. Take Adela with you. Then you can leave for the imperial palace right away.”

“Ta, Top owner?”

“Why do you not like it? Adella, if you don’t like it, go to Vermily──”

“I will do it.”

“… … okay. Good luck to you.”

It was surprisingly easy to get permission to leave the tower like that. As a side note, Adela was also able to go with us.

‘Honestly, I wanted to take at least one of the wizards, but it turned out well.’

I really wanted fantasy magic, so I’m glad I did. Adela may not be able to make something as large as Abracadabra alone, but it will be enough for us to play a board game.

So me, Sally, and Adela.

The three of us were planning to leave like this.

[Rung.]

“Huh? You have to go back now. You came with His Excellency Duke Nicholas, right? Give my regards to Princess Lacia.”

[eww… … Lung! Growling!]

“Huh? You said you came after the princess’s orders? Escort me?”

[Rung!]

“It’s always good for me! Board games are really fun to play with four people. I should stop by Everts Castle when I return from the imperial palace.”

[Growl!]

“… … … … … .”

“… … … … .”

“Sally? Adela? Suddenly his expression… … … .”

“Jo, it’s a little cold… … Hehe.”

“You saw it wrong.”

“Ah… … … .”

Eventually, even the water tiger joined, making the group four.

Just in case, I went to the duke and asked him, but he gave me permission with a very ambiguous expression.

I wrote a letter to Princess Lacia thanking her for sending me the water tiger, and immediately went to see the 3rd prince.

In any case, we will have to return together on the day the 3rd prince returns to the imperial family.

And the most important prince.

“Go back right away.”

“His Royal Highness? You still have reservations left… … .”

“Abracadabra, because I can enjoy it anytime as long as I’m alive.”

“… … … … .”

“… … Isn’t the reaction too serious? That was just a joke. Anyway, there are still more than 10 years left before one of my brothers becomes emperor.”

I gave up on any remaining reservations and immediately packed my bags.

Normally, the prince leaving in such a hurry could have a negative impact on the Arche Tower.

“It’s already popular enough, and more than anything, I’ve done a lot of clowning, so it’ll be okay.”

“Playing like a clown… … Do you mean?”

“At first, didn’t you do Abracadabra 13 times in a row? I was clinging to you in a rather ugly way. Is that really all true? Of course, showmanship also goes into it. Well, actually, the board game itself is my favorite, so that’s part of it.”

Was it all a calculated move? Even if he gave up the succession to the throne, the prince was still a prince.

In fact, it was no exaggeration to say that the overwhelming trend in the early days was led by the prince.

“So, are you leaving right away?”

“Even if there are more than 10 years left, the sooner the better. by the way… … Is it true that the person behind him and his companions are also going together?”

“Yes. Of course, among ourselves───”

“──Let’s go together.”

“Yes? His Royal Highness?”

“How many times have I felt that God is fair in many ways? Genius talent, but destructive eyes… … … It’s nothing.”

“… … … ?”

*

imperial family.

This is the reason why the capital is located in the center, and it is a place that looks down on the people of the empire equally from the sky.

The phrase “looking down from the sky” was definitely not a metaphor.

Because the Hwangseong was literally floating in the sky.

“… … … Wow.”

“Is this your first time seeing the Imperial Palace, Kyle Byron?”

“That’s right. Since he was the third son, he rarely went outside the territory… … .”

“That makes it even more interesting. How was it possible to create a board game like Abracadabra when you only lived in the territory?”

“I think anyone can do it.”

“If you think about it that way, running an empire is something anyone can do. I realize once again that you are a genius.”

fluttering.

The carriage the prince rode in was not the same carriage I used to ride.

The original carriage was also magically processed to run faster than a car, but the prince’s carriage was even faster than that, flying all the way to the sky.

It is pulled by a winged heavenly horse, and the carriage itself is imprinted with flight magic, so it flies smoothly without any shaking.

In the direction in which the carriage flies.

“Really… … It’s amazing.”

“When I look at it every day, it feels normal.”

There is an imperial castle in the sky.

It does not float above the clouds like the Astron Magic Tower. Even if it was floating in the sky, it was high enough to be able to look up from the ground.

However, to fully see the imperial castle, you have no choice but to look up your head as much as possible.

Differences in gaze are inevitably created. And a castle so huge that it cannot be seen at a glance.

It naturally creates awe and respect. I heard that they initially requested hover magic from the Astron Tower for that purpose.

The floating of that imperial castle was the reason why the Astron Magic Tower was selected as one of the 6 greatest magic towers, and the imperial castle has been floating in the sky ever since the first emperor.

In fact, the Astron Tower shares a history with the empire.

… … I strayed a bit for a while, but in the end, I had no choice but to fly through the sky to enter the imperial castle. However, within the capital, flying is strictly prohibited except for those belonging to the imperial family.

Then how do you get in?

“Is that the chain? Each of the 6 major magic towers is in charge of managing it… … ?”

“Okay. At the same time, the 6 Great Magic Towers symbolize the unwavering loyalty to the imperial family… … .”

Hwangseong is not just floating around. When a castle as large as that floats, it naturally receives no sunlight at all, so no one lives there. Instead, there was a huge pit just the same size under the imperial castle.

Although it did not fit the beautiful exterior of the capital city, the pit was not ugly at all.

Six chains connected from the castle formed a hexagon and were stuck in the pit.

Six chains that burn forever, are frozen in the cold, are made of starlight, shimmer with light and darkness, are just infinitely strong, and swirl violently.

The chains embedded in the wall of the pit looked as if they were preventing the castle from rising into the sky, and at the same time, they glowed brilliantly, floating magic circles of all colors nearby.

The prince muttered as he looked down at the must-see attraction for anyone visiting the imperial capital for the first time.

“Honestly, it’s just decoration.”

“… … Yes?”

“That’s right, isn’t it? The Imperial Castle is exquisitely floating thanks to the magic of the Astron Magic Tower, and those chains are of course unnecessary. In the first place, the chains of the Arche Magic Tower are just in the form of chains of light and darkness, but aren’t they also without substance? Same goes for the wind chain and the starlight chain.”

“Ah… … … … .”

“I heard that the 3rd emperor ordered it because if you just leave a hole, it will be empty. Those in the know know this. Nevertheless, it’s a good sight to see, and it’s enough to leave you with the impression that the imperial family and the magic tower are so amazing, so it’s worth its existence. Aside from that, it also serves as proof that the 6th Magic Tower is loyal to the imperial family.”

Is that really all there is? If, as the prince said, it was all for ornamental purposes or as a sign of loyalty, would it be necessary to station a considerable number of magicians in the six major magic towers, manage them thoroughly, and set up so many magic circles?

Feeling a strange sense of discomfort, the prince took advantage of the opportunity to look out the window to look at Adella sitting opposite him. Because she is the best disciple of Olpin Topju, she must know something.

Shaking my head.

‘also.’

And Adela quietly shook her head. Those chains are more than just a tourist attraction or a sign of loyalty.

Well, that was all. Honestly, it didn’t matter to me what the chain was for.

just.

‘The 3rd Prince is a more cynical person than you might think. Not only did he deliberately act like a clown in Abracadabra, he seemed so engrossed in the board game that he even canceled my reservation when I told him I would go right away. But it’s not that cold either. You might like board games that help you perfect your strategy rather than interactive games… … .’

I just slowly remembered why I came to the imperial family.

I did not come to the imperial court purely to help the 3rd prince. More than that, the goal was to make board games popular in the imperial court and spread the trend like a trickle-down effect to nobles throughout the empire.

While creating a board game for the 3rd prince to become closer to his two older brothers, if possible, they should also come up with a board game that would satisfy other royal family members besides the 3rd prince and become popular.

And for that to happen, we must first introduce a board game that suits the needs of the third prince.

In that respect, it was important to figure out exactly what kind of person the Third Prince was.

The prince looked out the window for a moment and then turned his head.

“In that respect, I would like to express my gratitude for coming so early. To be honest, I thought it would come after the Abracadabra trend ended.”

“It is a call from His Highness the Prince, so why should I make him wait?”

“What you say is great. Well, I’m calling you, so shouldn’t I have to wait as long as I can?”

“His Royal Highness, I───”

“… … Unlike me, he is a genius.”

“───Your Highness?”

“It’s nothing special. Anyway, since you came at my request, you should treat me accordingly.”

“Daewoo, are you talking?”

For now, just remember what the prince muttered earlier.

What is the treatment the prince is talking about? Are you talking about a nice room?

“I’ll say it out loud. You have no idea how long it would take for me to create a board game that would allow me to get closer to my brothers.”

“… … … … … .”

“So, we will support you in everything.”

“Everything… … What do you mean?”

“You only need to make one anyway. If you want a wizard, I’ll call you. If you want an artisan, I’ll mobilize you. There is still that much power left.”

“… … !!”

“I won’t rush you too much. Just kidding, but there are more than 10 years left. I just wish it was faster though.”

So is this it? I’ll provide unlimited support, so you just have to produce results no matter what?

If you give me more time and budget… … Excuses don’t work, literally everything.

However, that didn’t mean it was all that good.

‘As long as we receive unlimited support, we will have to show results that exceed expectations.’

It’s not okay to do something half-hearted. It must absolutely please the Third Prince and the results must be perfect.

Moreover, no matter how friendly the other person is, he is the third prince of the imperial family, and even if I have the right to succession, I am ultimately the third son of the viscount. If time and money are wasted and the 3rd prince cannot get closer to his brothers, it could cost his life.

Anyone can feel a tremendous amount of pressure.

but.

“Don’t worry, His Royal Highness.”

“Oh… … ?”

“I will not disappoint you.”

This was actually an opportunity for me.

A board game that could not be made until now due to lack of technology or money.

A chance to create and test it all.

As soon as I heard the prince’s words, I had one thought.

‘This is what happened.’

In the Magic Tower, I was only able to give 33 examples because many special conditions had to be met, but this time it’s different, right?

You were promised unlimited support. Now that it’s like this.

‘Let’s make as many as possible.’

A board game I know.

All of that.