At this time, the temperature in Kylorans had begun to return to normal, and there was no need to wear a thick coat when going out; basically, a long robe would suffice.
Overall, it gives people a very refreshing and relaxing feeling.
I don't dislike this kind of weather. Compared to the freezing cold and scorching heat, I prefer this mild temperature.
"Hmm... what should I do?"
I thought to myself as I walked down the streets of the working-class neighborhood.
It seems that without any commissions, I really have nothing to do.
"Shall we pay a visit to Duke Croggs?"
Because I had just visited Duke Albad, I suddenly remembered that Duke Croggs had also come to Kylorans and had recently met with Iloti and the others, though it wasn't a particularly friendly reunion.
In short, Duke Croggs to me...
—He's the second teacher!
I am very sorry that I failed to properly apply many of the things that nobles learn from Duke Croggs when it came to crucial moments.
"By the way, where do they live now?"
I then realized that during our last encounter, I had completely forgotten to ask Duke Croggs where he was currently residing.
"Damn it! Why does it always fail at the crucial moment!"
Left with no other choice, they had to head back home.
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"I'm back! Lilith!"
Push open the creaking wooden door.
"Are they still sleeping?"
There was no sound from inside the room, nor could Lilith's voice be heard.
Upon entering the room, I found the bedding neatly arranged in a row on the bed, but Lilith was nowhere to be seen.
"Looks like they've gone out..."
Now that's bad, there's no one to talk to anymore.
He pulled a chair out from under the table, sat down, rested his head on the armrest, and looked up at the monochrome ceiling.
"Isn't this what it's like to have nothing to do?"
However, it's only when I'm free that I start to overthink.
What will Anna be doing?
Whenever I think of Anna, the thought of writing to her arises, but then I remember my father's words and can only shake my head and give up.
"Time is passing so slowly!"
Compared to the tedious work of Kylorans or Buryni, I look forward to studying at the Arland Academy.
Although I don't know what life at the academy is really like, it can't be too bad, and with Anna as a companion, it's definitely something to look forward to.
However, it would be a real headache if Anna were to be snatched away by a stranger when she got home.
"I don't want that!"
Clang...
Just then, I suddenly heard a loud bang from the bathroom, pulling me back from my reverie.
"Lilith? Is it Lilith?"
Only then did I notice that the bathroom door was closed, as if someone was inside and I should not disturb them.
After calling out twice, there was still no response from Lilith. Apart from the clattering sound, there was no other movement in the bathroom.
"I hope nothing bad has happened."
Thinking of this, I immediately jumped up from the chair, rushed to the bathroom door, and knocked twice.
"Lilith? Are you in there?"
There was still no response from inside the bathroom, so I frowned and patted the door a few times.
Thud, crack, clang, boom—
With a loud crash, the door suddenly shattered, water splashed everywhere, and a figure rushed out of the bathroom and charged towards me.
"A giant fireball!"
From the very beginning, I realized that things were not simple. Lilith would not ignore me for no reason. The moment the glass door shattered, she had already retreated and condensed a large fireball.
"Strange? I can't gather magic power!"
There was no other way but to step aside and dodge the man's attack.
"A huge fire... Damn it? Is it a barrier magic?"
He tried to gather magic power again, but he was still unable to use magic. It seemed that a barrier spell had been cast on him at some point.
However, from the moment he entered the room, he did not sense a single fluctuation of magic.
"Damn it, was this planned in advance? What about Lilith?"
Judging from the man's attire...
He appeared to be around thirty years old, dressed in a coarse cloth coat, with a slightly burly build. He carried no weapons, clearly indicating that he was a warrior-type character like Lilith.
I don't believe Lilith would lose to her. If it were a swordsman or a mage, that would be one thing, but against a warrior-type opponent like this, with Lilith's fighting skills, it's impossible for her to lose.
"Who are you?!"
I stared at the man warily, not daring to make any rash moves. He didn't give me a strong sense of oppression like the madwoman, but he did bring me a few traces of danger because I couldn't use magic.
The man didn't answer me. He twisted his wrist and then swung his fist at me.
"Tch... How rude!"
With such clumsy fighting skills, I'm not worried about Lilith getting hurt. It seems he deliberately waited until Lilith left before entering the room to set up the plan.
After dodging the attack, I reached the windowsill and jumped down. At this height, I wouldn't get hurt even without using wind magic.
The hotel overlooks the streets of the working-class neighborhood, where people would cast intense gazes at a child who had seemingly fallen from the sky.
However, I didn't pay attention. The man's attack followed closely behind. My priority was to escape.
I don't expect these people who love to watch the drama unfold to actually help.
Now I understand one thing: even the most advanced barrier magic has a fatal flaw, which is the casting range. Once outside the range, it's as easy as capturing a man like him.
However, I knew I couldn't act rashly. The man wasn't a magician; such a barrier spell meant he wasn't alone and had accomplices hiding in the shadows watching me.
Therefore, my destination is the municipal government!
Trespassing, causing trouble without cause, damaging other people's property...
Either of these points would be enough to give him a hard time.
Although this is a commoner's district with no nobles, it's not a place where just anyone can run wild.
Therefore, handing these people over to the guards is the best option.
"It seems to be over here?"
I had the privilege of visiting the city government of Kylorans once, on my second day in town, when three clueless thugs actually targeted me.
However, at this moment I was quite grateful to the three of them, as it gave me a good idea of getting familiar with the city government's routes. I wondered how they were doing in jail, but I imagined they were living quite comfortably in a place where food, drink, and work were provided.
Following the route I remembered, I crossed the square, entered the alley, and then walked along a main road to reach the city government.
The man who attacked me was still chasing after me, cursing incessantly, attracting the attention of those around him. At the same time, he didn't realize where the road ahead led.
As time went on, I finally saw the gates of the city government, with a squad of guards patrolling in front of it.
"Cough cough... Hey! Someone help me! There's a robbery behind us!"
Clearing my throat, I pretended to be a victim, ran towards the guards with a panicked expression, and shouted at the top of my lungs.
"Hmm... what's wrong?"
They seemed to have heard my voice, and all turned their attention to me.
"Young man! Is there anything I can help you with?"
A man who seemed to be the team leader came out, first scanning me over, and after confirming that I was alright, he asked me a question.
"He...he's trying to rob me!"
After catching her breath, she realized she was indeed a bit tired from running, then pointed to the man behind her and continued.
"Behind...he's behind..."
Seeing my panicked state, and realizing the seriousness of the situation, the man continued to stride after me.
"Men! Seize him!"
At the captain's command, the surrounding guards quickly sprang into action and stopped the man. However, to my surprise,
The man was not flustered as expected. After scanning his surroundings with his sharp eyes, he straightened his back, looking ready to submit to the law.
"That's really suspicious..."
That thought flashed through my mind, but what happened next left me completely astonished.
The guards didn't arrest the man; instead, they pressed closer and walked towards me.
"Wait! What's going on?"
Although I don't understand exactly what happened, I'm certain that all of this was directed at me.
However, just as I was wondering what was going on, a sharp pain suddenly shot through my neck, and then my vision went dark, and I lost consciousness.
It was the captain of the guard who did it. While I was unconscious, he picked me up and threw me to the man.
"Remember to clean this up somewhere far away! His Highness the Seventh Prince doesn't like cleaning up other people's messes!"
"Hehe! Don't worry! I'll take care of it!"
After the man took me, he waved to those behind him, and then two other people dressed similarly to him came out from around the corner.
One of the men was fiddling with something in his hand, which looked like a device to suppress some kind of magic, emitting a blue glow.
"Hmph! I hope so!"
After saying this, the captain of the guards began to organize the troops and march towards the main road, officially beginning the day's patrol work.
I didn't hear their last conversation clearly. In short, I was in a daze and my neck was still filled with intense pain, so it was clear that they had hit me hard.
After being carried briefly, I was thrown onto something resembling a horse-drawn carriage, which caused a violent jolt, thus providing a clue.
However, I could sense that I wasn't the only one on the bus.
What I mean is, besides the man's accomplice, there seemed to be another person who was probably handcuffed and gagged; in short, all that could be heard was muffled whimpering.
It was clear that they had left the city. After traveling for a while, the carriage stopped noticeably. At this point, it seemed that some guards came up to search the carriage. After finding nothing amiss, the carriage resumed its bumpy ride.
In short, upon realizing this moment, it vanished completely...
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