Chapter 1: Common Sense of the Academy

Having received direct permission from Diagio, and furthermore being told by Balbrea, who serves as the academy director, that I could do as I pleased, I decided to first observe a beginner-level magic lecture. Incidentally, Rose remained at the royal castle, saying she was too busy with official duties to go to the academy.
 
Upon arriving at the academy, Strass and Eliza said they wanted to observe lectures on magic they were skilled at, while Court, Aile, and the other students from Fidic Academy expressed their desire to actually participate in the lectures.… Read more

Special Short Story: The Disciple’s Fluffiness Belongs to the Master
 

The tradition of seeking apprenticeship under a strong master to hone one’s skills – was it a tradition of the Bushmills Empire? Or perhaps it was a custom of the Felter family?
 
Well, in any case, having been recognized as a strong individual by Felter, I was now regarded as a master. Although he had boasted that he could absorb any teaching I offered, it would probably be best to focus on developing Felter’s strengths.… Read more

Side Story: A Day in the Holy City
 

 
With some time to spare, I was strolling through the beautiful white city in a touristy mood with Strauss, Eliza, Shenley, and the others.
 
“Teacher Aoi, that clothing store looks cute,” said Aile.
 
“You’re right. It seems not all clothes are white here,” I replied with a nod.
 
Aile, forming glasses with her hands, looked around curiously.
 
“It seems fashionable to add one color to your outfit with a jacket or shoes!… Read more

Side Story: Rocks’s Struggles
 

When I discussed the dark casino with Aoi, I initially planned to simply destroy both the casino and the organization.
 
However, Aoi suggested monitoring criminal activities from both the surface and underground to prevent future crimes, and I nodded in agreement.
 
At that moment, though I’d never say it out loud, I was deeply moved inside. Until then, I had only thought about defining justice and evil and crushing enemies. But now I learned there were other ways of thinking.… Read more

Side Story: The Outlaws
 

 
In the darkness, illuminated only by moonlight, a man skillfully navigates through the back alleys. He’s small and slender, with dark hair and clothes that seem to blend into the shadows. As he weaves through the narrow paths littered with obstacles, he suddenly stops and turns around.
 
“…Who’s there?”
 
His voice, though small, carries a peculiar, menacing edge. After muttering this single word, he silently glares into the depths of the alley.… Read more

[SIDE: Shenley]
 
When I decided to go to Maple Leaf, I was terribly anxious at first, but as I spent time with everyone, my gloomy feelings changed. With reliable Sensei Aoi and the always cheerful and fun Aile and others by my side, even though we were walking in the Holy City of Maple Leaf, I had the illusion of being on a sightseeing trip to an unknown city.
 
Meeting Sensei Cameron at the magic academy reminded me a bit of the painful past, but seeing Sensei Aoi silence him with sheer ability made my chest feel lighter.… Read more

“…You’ve already learned saint-class healing magic? Awad, what magic did you teach?”
 
As Diagio asked in confusion, Awad opened his mouth while tilting his head.
 
“…Are you talking about that magic you saw just once? No, but how much could you understand from just one time? Even for the most talented magician, it would take years to comprehend the highest-level healing magic. Indeed, genius-type saints or holy maidens might create their own top-level magic, but to grasp someone else’s magic after seeing it just once…”
 
Despite being in front of Diagio, the country’s representative, Awad returned to his usual demeanor and began pondering.… Read more

 
“W-well then… How about having them demonstrate several useful and unprecedented magic spells? No, I won’t say it’s difficult. If you claim that researching new magic is the proper path for a magician, surely you have one or two achievements even at your young age?”
 
As Gem said this with a half-smiling expression, Rose gave a small laugh.
 
“I’ve heard that creating new magic takes years, even decades. Isn’t that an unreasonable condition?”… Read more

Chapter 10: Permission
 

It was my fourth day in the Holy City. I had been summoned by Diagio this morning. I was deeply disappointed, as this meant missing out on the chance to research healing magic and learn incantations in the laboratory. I might not even get to visit the lab today.
 
Feeling dissatisfied, I was led by Alabaster to the audience chamber.
 
I walked on the thick carpet I had trodden before, kneeling at the designated spot to lower my posture.… Read more

 
[SIDE: Diagio]
 
After the scheduled audiences and meetings concluded, I reviewed the petition letters and budget reports from last month. The budget had increased from the previous time due to magical research and strengthening of magic academies. Reading this line reminded me of Aoi Kornominato, who should currently be touring the Holy City.
 
Questioning the methods of my predecessor, who relied heavily on saints, I had commissioned investigations and research into other countries’ magic since becoming Emperor.… Read more