Tuesday, March 17, 2026

[WN] Emperor's Seventh Son : 10 - 2 Part 3


10-2 Part 3

I Banished the Corrupt Magistrate, but There Is No Replacement

- The Book of the Otherworld -


Translator : PolterGlast


Because the Prince's room was so austere, Puis-sensei initially looked around the room with a surprised expression. But it was a different story when he spotted the bookshelf. He dove toward it with child-like steps.

Splendid, truly this many! Where did you get hold of all these?!

I didn't buy them. I dug them up myself.

However, that alone didn't convey the meaning. He opened a book that caught his eye, captivated by the vivid cover impossible in this world.

I understand that feeling very well. It's a color palette completely impossible with this world's technology. As a work of art, its level is extremely high. Compared to this, the paintings of our world are scribbles—though that might be going a bit too far.

Beautiful... Ah, but what do you mean by 'dug up'...

I'm not doing it right now, but excavation is actually my hobby. I excavated all of these from ruins.

What did you say?! Then you absolutely must dig up more!

In that case, I have a good idea. Won't you go excavating with me right now?

Eh. Ah, no, but that is...

I was convinced of my victory. Even while hesitating, Puis-sensei's heart was drawn to the invitation. All that was left was to push hard. I invited a fellow enthusiast and my teacher to go play.

We can make up for the delay later. Let's go together. I'm actually quite busy myself, so if we miss this chance, there won't be many more opportunities.

That sounds tough... Understood, please let me accompany you!

But it would be troublesome if Georg found out here. Therefore, being used to escaping, I slipped out of the palace using a somewhat special route and headed to the ruins where I met Zirant that day.

We began excavating. With the power of the Shovel that can now cut even iron, the excavation work proceeded smoothly and effortlessly. I felt no weight from the soil at all.

It's strange... With this many things sleeping here, why didn't anyone try to dig here?

Maybe no one has any interest in the other world.

No, you can't necessarily say that. Items from the other world are traded at high prices in the underground. For example, things called guns. On the other hand, there are few who turn their eyes to works of art like us, though...

A gun, huh. That was painful... I touched the affected area that hadn't healed yet. It didn't penetrate, but the heat of the bullet seemed to have burned the wound at that time, and it still stings and throbs with pain.

Even so, the pain is halved. I thanked Zirant once again.

More importantly, we've broken through to the entrance. Now, let's go in.

Yes? No, isn't that a bit too fast...?

That's just how it is. Come on, hurry!

I unearthed a single building. Kicking and breaking its window, I took Puis-sensei's hand and led him inside.

Ooh, amazing... This is my first time seeing a place like this!

This building might be a jackpot. It definitely looks like a landlord who would like books.

Illuminating the back with the light of the lantern, a small bookshelf was placed by the bedside. We immediately lunged at the treasure and scavenged through the numerous books stored there.

This is splendid. This one's cover is so vivid, it's as if the picture was painted directly onto the book!

I agree. However, it seems this wasn't painted directly. There are countless books possessing the exact same cover art without a fraction of a difference. The other world where this book was written is a ridiculous place. These are all printed materials.

We found books that looked good. We opened their pages and traced the letters. Placing the lantern on the bedside, we forgot even the idea of taking the books back to the surface and immersed ourselves in the books in our hands.

Umm, can you read all of this...?

Yeah, mostly.

What did you say?! Even these complex letters?!

I can read them. If you need, I can become your teacher next time.

Ooooh... By all means, please teach me, Ashley-sensei!

The language of the other world is difficult. At first, I also collected these just for the covers. The other world's language is complex, sometimes having 20 or 30 words with similar meanings.

That means such advanced expression is possible just by choosing words, but conversely, it requires the reader's education to be almost infinite.

Then let's take turns. You teach law, and I'll teach this otherworldly language.

So that's how it is. But then, I'll have no excuse to give Georg-sama...

But either way, I wouldn't last a single day with classes like that. However, if I can talk about books with you, well, it's not bad. I don't mind taking your classes, Sensei.

...Understood. I will try consulting Georg-sama about that.

Persuading Georg-aniue is possible. Because if I show even a little motivation, that's already great progress.

Let's return to the topic. The educational standard of the world where this book was made is crazy. Over there, they have a system called compulsory education.

Incidentally, I told Puis about the other world I had learned from books. About the system of compulsory education, and also how it's impossible in this world.

Kings and lords hate it when commoners acquire wisdom. It's precisely because they are educated that they can remain kings, nobles, and bureaucrats. If everyone acquires wisdom, their own positions become precarious. No one in this world would want to do it, and they probably wouldn't agree, calling it a waste of money.

The typical example of that is the slave plantation. The people only need to plow the fields. Wisdom is monopolized by the privileged class. I think such ideology lies behind those laws.

Long peace ended up robbing nobles of their power and bringing power to the commoners. The Plantation Expansion Law might also have the ulterior motive of overturning that. I told him about that as well.

Then, looking down at the book, I started teaching him starting from Kanji with few strokes that are easy to remember. Thus, the positions of student and teacher temporarily reversed. Teaching characters to the earnest and brilliant Puis was quite an undeniable pleasure, and time flew by. Then, suddenly noticing, it was already night.

Well then, today was a huge harvest after a long time. Something like this is rare, but—it's special. I'll give half of the books we obtained to you.

Ashley-sama! What a splendid person you are! No wonder Georg-sama is... Ah, it's gotten completely dark outside, hasn't it.

Yeah, we can't dig any more than this. Shall we head back?

Let's come again.

By all means, let's. If it's you, you're highly welcome, Puis-sensei.

After that, we each carried half the books and returned to the palace.

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[WN] A Hero From a Remote Village : Chapter 195


Chapter 195

An Interesting Request


Translator : PolterGlast


After finishing the introduction to the Red Wyvern child, Veronica and Mona returned to the city of Klingark. They seemed bewildered at first, but judging from their reactions, it didn't look like there would be any problems. I'm glad I introduced it to the two.

Now then, partly because of Veronica and Mona's sudden visit, I haven't done anything since returning from Furo Village. Since things have settled down, I suppose I should start making various moves.

"Good morning, Graham! Now that Veronica and Mona went home, are we resuming requests starting today?"

"No, I'm thinking of going to look around various cities for a bit. I believe I mentioned this the other day, but it seems the Demon King's Army is making moves over here to gather military strength. I plan to track down monsters deemed dangerous and gather information on the Demon King's Army."

"Ehh! Does that mean Ginia and I will be completing requests as a duo?"

"I would appreciate it if you did."

"Ugh... I thought we would be able to go on a request together with you for the first time in a while, Graham-san... This is a shock."

Ginia was visibly depressed. Hmm... I wouldn't mind going on a request together just for today, but requests in Biodasdal can easily be handled by just Ginia and Aoi, after all. Given that the two of them have grown, my presence would be excessive fighting power.

"I wouldn't mind accompanying you if there were any strong monsters, but there are only requests that you two can easily handle."

"Then take us with you on that information gathering! That way we can act together, right?"

"That's even more out of the question. It takes time to move if I bring you two along. Moving from city to city would result in a considerable loss of time."

"Which means, Aoi-chan and I have no choice but to complete requests by ourselves, then."

Truthfully, I wanted to take the two of them along, but this particular matter is difficult. Seeing them both so downhearted made my heart ache a little.

"...Alright. Let's do a request together just for today. We'll take it easy and complete a request while still somewhat in a vacation mood."

"Really!? But, will that be alright?"

"It's not like the Demon King's Army is trying to gather forces at a rapid pace, and it's not a matter that requires rushing. It's fine."

"Yay! In that case, let's do a request chosen by the receptionist lady for the first time in a while! She passes interesting requests our way, after all!"

"Let's go with that today. I just hope she doesn't have the day off."

And so, we decided to complete a request with the three of us today, and my earnest movements would begin tomorrow. Arriving at the Adventurer's Guild right away, we looked for the usual receptionist lady.

"Ah, there she is! Sophie-san! We've come to accept a request!"

"Aoi-san, Ginia-san, and Graham-san is here today too. It might be the first time in a while I've seen the three of you gathered together."

The receptionist, Sophie-san, attended to us with a smile. I hadn't known her name, but it seemed Aoi had managed to find it out.

And on Sophie-san's chest was a gold badge—a badge proving she is an excellent receptionist. Since I had asked the Guild Master to raise Sophie-san's salary, her pay should have gone up along with receiving this badge.

"I haven't been able to come to the Adventurer's Guild much. I feel like it's been a while since I talked to you, too."

"That is certainly true. It was often the case that either Aoi-san or Ginia-san came to accept requests, after all. So... what kind of request did you come to accept today?"

"Today we came wanting to accept a Sophie-choice request! Do you have any interesting requests?"

"An interesting request? If it doesn't have to be a high-difficulty one, I have one good request."

It seemed she had an interesting request in mind. As expected of Sophie-san.

"It doesn't have to be high-difficulty. By all means, introduce that request to us."

"Understood! Let's see... Do you know that there is a large river if you head southeast?"

"Yeah. I've seen it because it's a pretty large river. If I recall... it's past the forest where we gathered Great Lemons, right?"

"Yes, that's correct! There are rumors that a huge monster's shadow was seen in that river, and I would like you, Graham-san, and the others to confirm the identity of that monster."

"Hm? Just confirmation is fine, not a subjugation request?"

"Yes. It's at the rumor level, and we don't even know if it actually exists yet, so confirmation is the request this time. According to the stories, its neck alone is several meters long, so there's a possibility that a ridiculous monster is lurking there."

Its neck alone is several meters long? If that's true, it would mean it's a monster larger than a Dragon. She had presented a request that seemed far more interesting than I imagined.

"Got it. We'll go confirm whether that monster actually exists."

"If it does exist, and we judge it to be dangerous, we might issue a subjugation request as well. Since it's a monster in the river, it's highly likely it won't be deemed dangerous, though!"

"If a subjugation request is issued, we'll go ahead and accept that as well. Subjugating a monster in the river sounds interesting, after all."

"Thank you very much! Please take care of it!"

"Likewise, thanks for the interesting request."

After conveying my thanks to Sophie, we left the Adventurer's Guild. Confirmation of a monster-class creature that might be in the river.

Honestly, since I haven't sensed any monster reactions fitting that description, the possibility of it being there is low... but it's an extremely exciting request. I accepted the request with the goal of enjoying the journey, but I'm glad it seems the request itself will be unexpectedly enjoyable too.

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[WN] Jitsuwa 3-Domedatta : Chapter 286


Chapter 286

(Kyle Calendar Year 513: Age 20)

A Grand Misunderstanding


Translator : PolterGlast


Having fulfilled their mission in the Fearalt Principality, Takuhir and his group hurriedly handed over border security to Corps Commander Schultz's subordinates of the Royal Capital Knights Third Army, and began their march straight to the Royal Capital Kylar for the victory report and triumphant return.

On the way, they stopped at Kleirat and joined the units conducting post-war processing and restoration. At that time, Takuhir entrusted the main force of the Demon Territory Knights to Commander Weiss to return them to Teigoon, and together with his close associates, led the Western Area Army and Royal Capital Knights Third Army returning triumphantly to the Royal Capital, proceeding straight to Kylar.


As we approached the Royal Capital Kylar, the expressions of the soldiers who fought through the Western Front brightened, expressing the joy of a triumphant return, but conversely, my heart gradually grew heavier.

That was because I had received a request far too heavy for me to bear before leaving Salaam.

Thinking about how I should report it at the Royal Palace, I was absent-minded even on horseback.

"What is the matter, Brother? You have had a gloomy look on your face for a while now. Please tell me more details about the story in Ishtar and the process of your recent victory."

While moving from battlefield to battlefield, I couldn't meet my sister Chrisia at Kleirat. At that time, to save even one more wounded person, my sister was in the vortex of their battlefield together with the Holy Mages.

And on our return journey, when we stopped at Kleirat, I joined my sister and the other Holy Mages, along with Princess Clarice. And now, during the march, she occasionally brings her horse to my side and comes to ask about stories from the Southern Front.

"Ah, according to reports, Father also fought bravely without taking a single step back against the Imperial Iron Cavalry. Shouting at the lined-up generals, unifying the army, demonstrating his true worth as a Space-Time Mage..."

"No, I have already heard of Father's safety. So I don't care about such stories anymore."

"..."

Wow... you don't have to be that blunt... The image of my father with teary eyes floated in my mind. No, it absolutely won't end with just that. He'll cry, he'll definitely cry.

Ever since the numerous condemnation events that happened not once but twice or thrice... Chrisia has become merciless toward Father.

"By the way, I introduced Alexis to Father saying, 'He is the son-in-law who will carry the future of the Count Solis family.' Actually, as the commander of the Ishtar Area Army, he led even Father and Uncle (Viscount Cornell) and fulfilled his duty splendidly."

"My! Brother, you did that on your own...? My!"

My sister's words of surprise were initially spoken unintentionally while blushing with embarrassment, and after that, they were words of joyful surprise.

"Then, Alexis-sama..."

"Yeah, in this battle, he demonstrated merits exceeding expectations as a commander. He will be rewarded individually in the rewards for services, and of course, he'll receive a promotion in peerage as well as rewards. He's a hero at once."

"My!"

"..."

Hmph, I've grown older, and my sister has grown up too. To think I'd end up seeing my sister making such a love-struck face...

Needless to say, while happy, I felt a little complicated. Having said that, even during the march or rest, my sister's top priority task is attending to Her Highness. Since she accompanies her as an attendant, she basically has little free time.

After that too, my sister came countless times, begging for stories about his exploits.

With such things happening, I passed through the gates of the Royal Capital without time to slowly indulge in thought.


Upon entering the Royal Capital, an unprecedented number of residents surged in, raising cheers of joy.

"Long live Her Highness Clarice!" "Long live the Kyle Kingdom!" "Long live the Demon Territory Count!" "The hero who saved the nation, the Demon Territory Count!" "Ever-victorious General, glory to the Demon Territory Count!"

Huh?

I understand the voices praising Her Highness Clarice. It was like that before, and about half of the people's cheering voices are that. But I feel like they're praising someone else too... Ever-victorious General?

WHO ARE YOU TALKING ABOUT? WAS THERE SUCH A GREAT PERSON HERE?

I couldn't help but mutter unintentionally. At this point, the general public should have no way of knowing my achievements...

After that, I escorted Her Highness Clarice, conveyed my wish for an audience at the Royal Palace to report my return, and temporarily entered the Count Solis family's mansion located in the Royal Capital. First, I wanted to slowly wash off the grime of the battlefield...

Just when I thought so, I was summoned by a call from the Royal Palace.


Upon arriving at the Royal Palace, I was shown to the secret room where regular meetings were held. Entering inside, His Majesty King Kyle and the Old Raccoon were sitting there with beaming smiles.

"Your Majesty, I sincerely apologize for arriving before I could even properly report my return. I, Demon Territory Count Solis, responding to the friendship tied between Your Majesty and the neighboring country, have fulfilled my mission and returned just now."

"Hmph, do not mind it. This is an unofficial setting. Demon Territory Count, good work on this mission. Bringing results [beyond expectations], I am overflowing with joy and almost a little troubled."

Hmm, somehow, isn't there an awful lot of accent on the word 'beyond expectations'? Could it be... that matter?

Thinking so, I couldn't help but brace myself a little.

"Hohoho, Demon Territory Count, the citizens' welcoming was truly something else. Were you surprised?"

Wait, that... was a setup by these two? For what purpose? Or rather, the Old Raccoon's beaming smile... it reeks of danger.

"To the Kyle Kingdom, you are already a hero who saved the nation; your reputation even surpasses hers (Clarice's). With your achievements known to everyone, the nobles throughout the Kingdom will also have no choice but to acknowledge it." (This is all an important stepping stone to push the marriage forward, after all)

Your Majesty, you too? What is with that meaningful smile? I have nothing but a bad premonition...

"The reason we suddenly summoned you before a formal audience this time is none other than Clarice. We have been getting somewhat of a headache over that matter (her marriage partner). So we thought we'd consult (order) you."

Does that mean Her Highness promptly kept her promise and told them the circumstances of this time herself?

"I was actually harboring the exact same worries." (If so, I guess there was no need to agonize over it)

"Oh?" (This means... can we also expect it?)

"Um, regarding Her Highness Clarice's marriage, I also have a report and a request..." (Wait, my role to report is already over, right. When they just said 'consult', surely they don't mean it's still on hold?)

"My word! So the Demon Territory Count shared our thoughts! Even so, lightning fast; I suppose the hero of the battlefield isn't limited to just the battlefield?" (Taking after his father and brother, being fast-acting with women is somewhat of a problem... This time it's a convenient arrangement for us to begin with, but as her father, I have slightly complicated feelings...)

"Honestly speaking, I myself was worrying about how I should speak of it." (Having such an arrangement suddenly dumped on me, I was truly troubled)

" It is only natural, only natural. You (a person from the same world as the First King Kyle) and I (a descendant of the First King Kyle) are tied together by a mysterious fate. There is no need for restraint!" (I said that, but this guy already has five wives, a hero in that path too, surpassing his father and brother. We might need him to show at least a little restraint...)

"Then Her Highness has already conveyed the story of the marriage (with King Fearalt) to Your Majesty, correct?"

"Indeed, I have heard!" (To be precise, when I just mentioned the word marriage to her, she turned bright red, said 'Please ask the Demon Territory Count for the rest!' and ran away to her room, though. Even I saw such an innocent figure of hers for the first time)

"I myself was worrying throughout the return journey that I would receive a considerable scolding." (I was trembling with fear wondering if I would be questioned for my supervisory responsibility)

"Hohoho, these things are common among the young. Surely His Majesty will also forgive you." (Don't tell me this guy had already let the deed precede the words! Sometimes the young cannot suppress their passion. But still... to lay hands on royalty, he cannot be underestimated)

"Is that so. I feel a little relieved." (What, so basically they approve? Why make it sound like a consultation...)

"But I also have something to worry about. Regarding your family members (wives). I was thinking of persuading them (wives) privately myself." (Especially since the daughter of Gorman, who is now the legal wife, needs to lower herself one step. Among women, there must be various conveniences too)

Hmm, what is the Old Raccoon talking about? Family members, does he mean Yuka and Chrisia? Certainly, they serve as Her Highness's close attendants. But Yuka is my wife, and considering Chrisia's state, they probably wouldn't say they'd accompany Her Highness to the Principality...

"I never thought Your Excellency Duke Klein had given it that much consideration. However, regarding them, I do not think it is a major problem." (Since those two are already out as personnel accompanying her to the Principality, please find other attendants on your end)

"Hohoho, that is splendid." (Even a veteran hero is careless when it comes to domestic matters. It seems that eventually, as his elders and as members of the royal family, we will have to guide him in that regard as well...)

"Then Your Majesty, having obtained the Demon Territory Count's consent as well, shall we proceed with this matter all at once here? My, my, I am also relieved." (Proceeding just as we planned. It's easier done than worried over, as they say. However... it would be troublesome if she is truly scheduled to give birth soon! What a troublesome fellow)

"Umu, as a father there are points I am reluctant about, but... It is an extremely joyous matter for this country." (Even so, Demon Territory Count, aren't you a bit too fast with your hands toward the Princess? At this point, I have no choice but to let it slide, but I must give him a lecture here)

"I also feel a weight lifted off my shoulders being able to respond to Her Highness Clarice's feelings." (With this, I've got commitments from both of you. Well, it was easier than expected, so I'm surprised in a different sense)

"What! From Clarice! Hmm... I see." (So the Old Raccoon's eyes hit the mark. However... that unruly horse! Despite being in the position of royalty, to offer herself proactively to a guy... my head hurts! If by any chance I had lectured him, I would have lost face entirely)

"Then Your Majesty, how about announcing this auspicious event at the rewards ceremony and celebrating it as a nation?" (Your Majesty, please calm your heart here. With this, everything is exactly as we want...)

" Umm. That sounds good." (Umu, Gramps, I know. If we obsess over trivial details here, things will only get complicated later)

"Um, I think that might be a little premature..." (I mean, the development is unexpectedly too fast)

"No, there are political matters to consider as well. I believe that is the most appropriate venue." (This fool... ignorant of my feelings and struggles... What a truly troublesome fellow)

"All the more reason considering the political aspects. Your Majesty, shouldn't you at least wait for the arrival of the messenger announcing the proposal?" (We don't know when the rewards ceremony will be, and we don't know if the messenger from the Principality will have arrived by then)

"A formal messenger you say, from whom?" (Since the person himself is here, there's no need for a messenger. Or what, is the style of tying marriages in that world such a roundabout thing?)

" From the King of Fearalt, of course." (Are these two playing dumb out of sheer joy, excuse me for saying? I don't know the royal customs of this world, though)

"Hohoho, Demon Territory Count, His Majesty also consents, you should refrain here." (Does he want to clarify his military exploits through the Principality's messenger and make that the just cause to marry Her Highness? This person doesn't know our bitterness... I thought he was a person combining wisdom and courage, excelling in both politics and warfare, but it seems I need to train him anew regarding politics)

"But Your Excellency, the matter is a problem of both countries. Isn't it too hasty?" (Is the Old Raccoon playing dumb on purpose? Like when I was a student, being told pass or fail later is annoying, so I should stick to the sound argument, right?)

"Demon Territory Count, there is a thing called the order of priorities. It is not something I need to tell you at this late stage." (Even without military exploits in the Principality, you have established massive achievements sufficient to marry a royal Princess! What an unexpectedly timid fellow)

"No, Your Majesty. If you announce such a thing before the formal messenger of proposal arrives from King Fearalt, this country might have its weight and importance questioned."

"That's why a messenger... no, w-what... did you say just now?"

"Therefore, I believe the messenger for King Fearalt to propose to Her Highness Clarice has probably already left Fairy. Her Highness Clarice is waiting for it with the feeling of a day being like an eternity right now. Thus, I humbly suggest that you warmly watch over the feelings of those two, and this marriage ceremony which will serve as a bridge between our two countries."

"Huuuuuuuuh?"

The two raised loud voices, stood up, and leaned forward.

Did I... say something strange? Hmph, I won't lose to such a thing like a pressure interview.

"In a world where marriage for political reasons and strategies is the norm, the two truly care for each other and desire marriage. I consider this the best match that also leads to the Kingdom's peace. It is a story already endorsed by Your Majesty and the Minister of Foreign Affairs. I understand the feeling of hastening good news, but regarding the timing of the engagement announcement, shouldn't you follow proper procedures..."

How about it, Old Raccoon, this is the correct answer, right? I saw right through your prank—no, your test to see if I could voice a correct opinion even against an erroneous one.

"Clarice... marriage? Such a thing... Principality...? I haven't... heard anything... at all?"

For some reason, His Majesty slumped into his chair, looking into space and muttering something like delirium. On the other hand, Duke Klein... was foaming at the mouth and had fainted.

Huh? What? What on earth just happened?

After a while...

"C-Call Clarice! Drag her here this instant!"

Suddenly, His Majesty's scream, with veins popping on his forehead, echoed.

After that, the peaceful reporting meeting overflowing with smiles instantly turned into a meeting from hell. And I... feeling like I was made to sit on a bed of nails, could only watch the fierce exchange between parent and child that followed...

DID I... MESS SOMETHING UP AGAIN?

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