After finishing the pancakes, Jin and the others have a little more time before they return, so they go back to finishing what they have started.
Erza went to check on Lisa who is working with the golem maids.
Reinhard continues to check the operation of Noir.
Bertsche and Meine are still cleaning up the dishes.
Jin went to the basement hall again to ask the old man about the progress.
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"Okay. Let me hear it."
It seems that even if you think you have erased your memory, it still remains. It would be closer to say that it is not erased but made unrecognizable.
If we compare it to a personal computer, we can say that we have protected the files from being readable, or erased the FAT (file allocation table).
The files may appear to have disappeared on the surface, but in fact they have not.
"Oh yeah! So, what did you find out?"
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We already knew that. That is confirmed.
It seems that Marcus was not so lucky to be chosen by name.
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He also told Elsa. To measure his strength. That was his role.
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According to the old man's analysis and reasoning, it seems to have awakened and encouraged his innermost desires.
"I see. So that's why he was acting so abnormally."
That is good news. This changes things considerably. Elsa will be glad to hear it.
"Is there anything else?"
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The old man concluded his report by saying, "That's all for now.
This is your chance to learn more about Markosius' abilities and the technology of the demon tribe.
"Okay. Please keep up the good work."
Jin was relieved. The Marquis' poison had not been ordered by Elsa's father, former Viscount Georg Randall himself.
In that sense, the timing of the poisoning was bad. It would have been more advantageous to poison Elsa after her marriage and the birth of her child.
Jin felt relieved that he no longer felt guilty when he went to visit the Marquis.
Two hours later, Jin and the others returned to Count Randall's house.
The next day, June 26th. Jin and his friends planned to go to the Marquise Theoderic, but something unexpected happened.
Jin!
It's been three days, hasn't it?
One was the arrival of Prince Ernest and Princess Rieschen at Reinhardt's family home, the Countess of Randall.
And then there was...
"<>"
"<>"
The prince and princess read the document.
The Kingdom of Egelea and the Kingdom of Klein have also bestowed upon Jin the title of Magecraft Meister.
"Manaphone is very convenient, isn't it? The morning before yesterday, I reported to my father about the whole technical exposition, and yesterday morning I received word that Jin would be awarded the title of "Magecraft Meister".
"It's the same for us. You made your decision very quickly for a father. He must have thought that he could not fall behind other countries.
After the official notification to Jin, their highnesses the prince and princess returned to their normal manners and laughed openly.
"Jin, congratulations! You have been recognized by all three countries and are now the undisputed Magecraft Meister!
Reinhardt was as pleased as if it were his own.
"Congratulations, Brother Jin!"
"Congratulations, Jin-sama!"
Jin-sama, I congratulate you from the bottom of my heart.
"Congratulations, Father!"
Elsa, Meane, and Bertsch were also pleased that Jin had been named Magecraft Meister in the other two countries. And Reiko expressed her joy with her whole body. Specifically, she looked as if she was about to start dancing.
"What is a Magecraft Meister, Gin?"
Princess Rieschen, apparently unaware of the Magecraft Meister she had certified, asked Jin such a question.
"Ries, a Magecraft Meister is a legendary magical craftsman who originally existed a long time ago.
As expected of Prince Ernest, he answered before Jin did.
"I see, so that means Jin is the second generation of the Magi Craftsman, is that right?"
"That would be the case. Sooner or later, we may receive envoys from the kingdoms of Selroa, Franz, and Elias?"
The prince and the princess begin to talk to each other, leaving Jin aside. Jin couldn't help but smile at their smiling face.
The Magecraftsman 《Magicraft Meister》 is recognized as the top of the Magecraftsmen, but Jin knows that he is not the only one. No, only Jin knows.
The race called wizards and mages can take in free magic element (ether) in the air by breathing, etc. and transform it into magic element (mana) in their bodies.
The mana in the body decreases when magic is used, but over time it recovers by taking in free magic elements (ether) in the air.
This mana can take various forms of energy depending on the will and image of the person who purified it, and can be manipulated. This is magic.
Chanting as a verbal spirit is the support of images, and if the image is clear, chanting is not necessary.
Simple phenomena such as fire, light, and wind are classified as elementary magic, and can be easily performed by those who can use magic.
The process of activating intermediate and advanced magic becomes more complicated, and cannot be performed by everyone.
The procedure of activation of intermediate and advanced magic is like a computer software.
For engineering magic, it can be compared to a high-end 3D modeling software.
Where this software is installed is in the <> of the <>.
The talent of magic is, in other words, whether you have access to the library or not.
Jin has almost unlimited access to the <> library.
On the other hand, he has almost no access to the offensive magic library.
It has been 300 years since such magical theories were forgotten. The great event of the magic wars has changed the world.
"How long will Your Highnesses stay here?"
By this place I mean the Kingdom of Shoro.
"Yes, the end of this month is the plan. I have to leave this house in a little while today. I'd like to have some free time.
Prince Ernest grumbled that his status as a prince made it difficult for him to have free time.
"Master Ernest, I agree with you ......."
The two princes look at each other and laugh.
* * * *
Due to unexpected events in the morning, after having lunch, Jin, Elsa, Meine, Reinhard and Bertsche set off for the Marquise's house in Mahahama.
Reiko, Edgar, Neon, and Noir are as usual, but Lisa has her hooded coat on so that she is not seen yet.
Noir is riding on the golem horse again, and Reiko is on Jin's lap. It was inevitable, since the carriage was over capacity.
The distance between Banne and Mahahama is about 50 km. It takes less than an hour to get there in Jin's carriage, whereas it would take a full day in a normal carriage.
However, because of the passing of other carriages, the speed of 50 km/h could not be maintained, and it ended up taking about an hour and a half to reach the destination.
The marquis's house stood in a quiet environment surrounded by woods. It was an old-fashioned three-story stone building. Spires jutted out on either side.
"Hello, Jin, Reinhard, Berthe, Elsa, Meine. It's been a long time."
In front of the marquis's house, many servants are lined up to greet them. Saki steps out of the lineup. She was dressed in a dress that was typical of a marquise's daughter. She was even wearing a hair ornament.
When Jin was immensely surprised at the change, Saki's cheeks turned a little red and she smiled.
"Kuhu, it doesn't suit you after all, does it?"
"Oh, no, no, that's not true. It's just that you look so good in it that it's not right. ......
At that moment, Reinhardt came up from the side and offered a helping hand.
"No, no, you look good, Saki. You look good in anything you wear because of your good looks.
"......"
Reinhardt's words made Saki turn red and shut up.
"Well, everyone, welcome to the show."
Karen followed up by greeting the group.
"My father is looking forward to seeing you. ......Elsa, congratulations on your return."
While Saki was still blushing, Karen quickly instructed the servants and invited the group in. She is very clever, not forgetting to call out to Erza.
Karen does not call out to Meene. Does she think that Meine is Erza's maid of honor, or does she know that Meine is her own mother?
A large parlor. At the end of the hall, there is a carpeted corner where the Marquis is waiting for her in an easy chair.
"Oh, Jin-dono, you have come well. I have heard that you have received the title of Magecraft Meister. First of all, a heavy folding mat. I'll leave you seated, since I'm in such a state."
He is still scrawny, but his jaundiced skin has returned to a healthy color and his condition is clearly improving.
"Reinhard, thank you for your hospitality to Jin-dono. Miss Bertsche ...... not Mrs. Bertsche, how is life as a newlywed?"
"Oh, yes, it's very nice. ......"
"Well, you and Reinhardt seem to be getting along well. I see you've developed a woman's touch.
The Marquis laughs. One mistake is s*xual harassment, but unfortunately there is no such concept in this world.
"......"
Perhaps still a little uncomfortable, Erza stands silently, hiding behind Jin. The Marquis notices her.
"Elsa, come closer to me. I'm not going to take you as my wife anymore.
Unable to remain hidden at his beckoning, Elsa steps forward.
"Well, I always thought of you as a girl, but it seems you've grown up a little bit. Is this the result of Jin-dono's education?"
"Uh, ah, yes."
Erza, not understanding what was being said, replied in a funny way. The Marquis looked at her with narrowed eyes.