The Blockhead Became an Overpowered Magician

31 – Reunion (5)

“…So he didn’t let go of his sword until the end, so I just destroyed the magic missile.”

Ern explained the situation calmly.

“….”

Duran had his head down, and his subordinate knight had a surprised expression on his face, as if he couldn’t believe it.

The only one who kept a blank expression was Sermei.

Breaking the sword with a magic missile was not as simple as it sounds.

This was only possible by attacking one point of the sword accurately and persistently. Moreover, the target couldn’t stay still.

‘I knew he was talented, but… ‘

It was really difficult to hit a moving target like that.

Originally, she would not have believed it, but she had personally seen Ern active in battle.

Furthermore, the scattered pieces of steel were also evidence of this.

‘Still, you have taken matters into your own hands….’

According to his explanation, Duran was beaten really badly.

His lips and eyes were swollen. His philtrum and chin were marked with traces of nosebleeds.

It looks like he was hit with a stick somewhere.

He didn’t use any killing magic, so he only got to this point.

Duran had to be thankful to Ern just for being beaten up after antagonizing such a talented person.

Meanwhile, Duran could only listen to Ern’s words in bewilderment.

The context was strangely twisted to portray Duran as a world-class villain, but it did not deviate from the facts.

Moreover, no matter what I wanted to say, I was automatically silenced when I saw Sermei’s cold sideways glance.

But he was determined to say at least this much.

“But that wizard is an impersonator! He claims to be from the Sensia school… And even said that he is the duke’s benefactor!”

Duran thought Sermei would be angry at Erne right away.

“I have settled down.”

“…I see.”

She just nodded her head.

“?”

Even though becoming a member of the Sensia School may sound like an absurd move, I could understand it because I had seen Ern’s skills with my own eyes.

Furthermore, it was not the place to ask for proof. If you asked, it would be like committing rudeness again.

“I wasn’t hiding anything, and even though I told him everything, he attacked me. He seems to be a knight with a strong will to win.”

“……”

Ser May felt like hanging her head in shame.

“That can’t be possible! You’re being deceived! He’s a low-level adventurer who does chores all day!”

Sermei held back and continued to yell.

“Shut up! No matter how much I try to diffuse the situation, you’re still spouting such nonsense!”

She thought that Duran had lied or had done something completely wrong in gathering information.

“…I apologize for my rudeness.”

Ser May bowed her head.

She had no way to resolve it. This time she had to admit her mistake.

“Hmm… That’s true.”

“Yes?”

Ser May blinked her eyes trying to understand Ern’s words.

What came out later was a natural question.

“Why…?”

“…It’s a hobby activity.”

“……”

I felt somewhat complicated.

The rumor that ‘all wizards are weird’ briefly crossed her mind, but she quickly came to her senses.

“…Anyway, as a knight of the Winter Castle, I would like to apologize for what happened today.”

‘Good.’

Acknowledged direct responsibility. Now not only the Eisenbern family but also the Winter Castle Knights were indebted to Ern.

‘I have to manage my facial expressions….’

I shouldn’t have shown that I was happy.

From beginning to end, Ern maintained his stern face.

“The response to the incident was insufficient. It was a mistake on the part of the Knights.”

It was an unprecedented incident. A situation where it is unknown how and to what extent information should be controlled.

Because of that, a layman attacked a person who should never be rude.

He would have been tired even if he had only verbally disrespected him, but he even drew his sword and showed his intention to attack first.

He was a complete outsider.

‘He said he was the duke’s benefactor and even gave him a symbol, but to see something like this not long after….’

This was the first time in her life that she had felt this much shame and shame.

Even a single knight feels this way, but I couldn’t imagine how His Excellency the Duke must feel.

‘… ‘How do I say this?’

Sermei felt like her eyes were going dark at the thought of what she would later report to Eve.

Ern observed Ser May’s expression and then opened her mouth.

“Still, since we have a relationship, I’ll leave today’s matter to you regardless.”

Not only would I have to continue fighting with Eve from now on, but I could also fight with the Winter Castle Knights later when I returned to the north.

Anyway, no matter where I went and spread the rumor, it only became the subject of social gossip. It would be a loss if the relationship was ruined for no reason.

“…Thank you.”

Sermei knew that Ern’s expression had been frozen from a while ago.

Nevertheless, she made a big concession.

“Next time, as you said, I hope I can see you as a guest.”

Ser May had no choice but to lower her head at her striking words.

‘I can go quickly, right?’

Ern turned around, put his back behind her, and leisurely walked out of her alley.

As soon as his figure disappeared from sight, Sermei ordered in a dark voice.

“I’m coming back.”

“Yes.”

“….”

“Please retrieve that guy’s armor.”

You cannot wear armor with the symbol of the Knights Templar engraved on it. It was very clear what that meant.

Duran’s face was filled with shock.

“But…!”

“You should be thankful that you didn’t die here.”

Sermey’s gaze was focused on him with a mixture of contempt and anger.

Then Duran could no longer protest.

He took off his armor one by one with trembling hands. Every sound of metal hitting the ground felt like it was scratching my soul.

After the subordinate knight took Duran’s armor, the three escaped from the alley.

As we headed toward the downtown area, people passing by gave us curious looks. They looked at each other and exchanged guesses.

-You were hit really hard.

-What is happening?

-I think those two knights caught him. Just by looking at him, he must be a sinner.

-Oh my, isn’t that the knight who has been haunting the adventurer’s guild for the past few days?

-Now that I think about it, I see. My face was so swollen that I couldn’t recognize him.

-The symbols on the armor are all the same? Could it be an impersonator?

-Hmm…. That sounds plausible.

***

The square in front of the academy dormitory was beautifully decorated.

It was night, but it was not dark. The luminescent flowers planted in the garden were glowing softly. The appearance created a dreamlike atmosphere.

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There was a fountain in the center of the square. The elaborately carved fountain made a pleasant sound as water flowed gently.

Benches were arranged regularly at the edge of the square. The elegantly designed bench was designed with not only beauty but also comfort in mind.

And on one of the benches, Yves and Sermay were sitting.

Sermey wanted to kneel in front of Eve, but Eve, who cared about school rules, stopped her.

Sermey had to take a deep breath before reporting.

I needed to prepare my mind to explain the unprecedented event that happened today.

As soon as the report began, Sermay could see Eve’s eyes shaking.

“…What?”

Eve always seemed calm and composed, but this time she couldn’t help but become agitated.

“What happened to the merchants?”

“I was able to tie it well. It won’t be a problem in the future. But…”

After that, every word Sermei said seemed to hit me like thunder.

Eve’s tightly clenched fists trembled.

It was difficult to bear the fact that the Knight of the Winter Castle not only insulted the wizard who once saved his life, but also tried to attack him.

It was a dishonorable thing, and it was a betrayal of the promise Eve wanted to keep.

What kind of situation is this after giving the family symbol as a gift?

Although it was an unexpected action by an undertrained knight, the Winter Castle Knights served the Eisenbern family anyway.

Responsibility could not be avoided by calling it a personal deviation. That was truly an act that lowered the honor of a noble family.

“What did Ern say?”

“Without question, he said he would like to see me as a guest next time…”

It was fortunate.

Because it was a promise for the next time rather than ending the relationship due to disappointment.

Besides, they are generous enough to overlook it.

Suddenly, an image of him devotedly throwing himself in a procession appeared in my mind.

Eve felt that she was becoming shabby.

“…Where is Ern?”

“You left without telling me that.”

“….”

Eve’s heart became heavy. It sounded like some kind of congratulations.

‘You must have been very angry….’

Eve was a master of roundabout expressions.

Actually, Ern just left because the atmosphere was awkward.

Eve nodded and made up her mind.

I decided to fulfill my responsibility not only as Eisenbern, but also as an individual who is indebted to Ern.

She decided to visit Ern herself and convey her apology.

Although she received an indirect congratulatory message, she thought that she might be able to melt his heart a little by going first.