Chapter 7 – Discussion with Priest Moore
Nine in the morning the next day, we came to the chapel in the cathedral. Priest Moore was praying at the altar, and believers were also in the surroundings.
“You’re on time. You guys, the women here are my visitors. We’ll talk about our jobs in my room for a little while, so don’t let anyone come near. Okay?” (Moore)
The believers quietly nodded, and returned to their own stations. When we entered the priest’s room, I applied『Silent』. Perhaps Eris was enduring until now, because as soon as she entered the room she clung to Priest Moore, and started crying.
“Moore-jii¹, it was scary~~. Suddenly, I was transferred to the large forest, and I was chased by evil tribes, it was terrible~” (Iris)
Priest Moore, who was clung to, was splendidly surprised. He had a facial expression that screamed ‘Who is this child?’.
“I chanted『Silent』, so it’s okay to say Iris’s name.” (Akane)
“I see, that’s helpful. ––––So, Sasha, I’m thinking ‘there’s no way’, but this child is Iris-sama? Isn’t her appearance, figure, and presence completely different?” (Moore)
“Iris, remove the necklace. As you are, no one will recognize you.” (Akane)
“Ah, ehehe, Onee-sama, I forgot.” (Iris)
“Heh? Onee-sama?” (Moore)
“From when I saved Iris, she’s been calling me that.” (Akane)
When she removed the necklace, she returned to her original appearance, to Iris.
“I-, I-, Iris-sama, u, uuu, thank goodness you’re safe.” (Moore)
The two people hugged, and shared their joy. At times like these, it was best to look while silent. It looked like Finn knew as well.
After a while, the two both calmed down, and Priest Moore began to talk.
“Sasha, thank you for saving Princess Finn and Iris-sama.” (Moore)
“The news about Finn is moving across the entire world already?” (Akane)
“Ah, just recently, a messenger arrived from Rhedenburg. It was discovered that ‘currently, Princess Finn is heading towards Rhedenburg with an adventurer as a guard’. And that ‘the guard is Sasha’.” (Moore)
“The details of Finn’s going missing and the current situation have been conveyed by Rhedenburg and the king of this country. Before long, the evil tribes will also notice and might search for Finn. Well, even if they find her, I’ll subjugate all of them.” (Akane)
“You say it so simplyyy. Well, when Sasha says strange things, it’s persuasive.” (Moore)
Well, I had to talk about the future
“So, regarding the matters from now on, I’d like you to identify the five remaining brainwashed people, Priest Moore.” (Akane)
“What, me? I don’t know how to ascertain them.” (Moore)
That was simple. I taught Iris and Priest Moore the way to clad magical power in the same way I taught Finn. The both of them were able to learn it in about one hour since the levels of their ‘Magical Power Circulation’ and ‘Magical Power Manipulation’ were high. But, when I looked at Finn, she was dispirited
“Finn, what’s wrong?” (Akane)
“Uuu, Master, when I memorized『Magical Power Cladding』, it took me a full day to reach level three. And yet, the two of them reached level three in an hour. Am, I not talented?” (Finn)
Ah, it was like that, huh? Just in case, let’s back her up.
“Iris and Priest Moore are both magicians, and their skill levels of Magical Power Circulation and Magical Power Manipulation are also high. Them memorizing it quickly is natural. In Finn’s case, only about four days passed until you reached level three Magical Power Cladding from your state of level one Magical Power Circulation and Magical Power Manipulation. You have plenty of talent.” (Akane)
“That’s right. Princess Finn, don’t feel sad. At any rate, the skill called『Magical Power Cladding』is amazing. When I’m using it, I know that my power is rising. Until now, no one had noticed this skill. Sasha, will you announce it to the world?” (Moore)
“I won’t do it. Because if I make a huge announcement in the world, the evil tribes will notice and use it immediately. However, I intend to propagate it bit by bit. Even now, I taught it to you, Priest Moore, didn’t I? If it’s the heroes of a parallel world who were summoned to this country, it should be useable.” (Akane)
“I see, bit by bit, huh? Certainly, that might be better. If I concentrate this『Magical Power Cladding』on my eyes, will I know who is being brainwashed?” (Moore)
“Yes, there’s a line of evil power attached to the top of their head as a sign. If you tell me, I’ll sever it.” (Akane)
Taking the opportunity, I’d also drive in holy magic through the line. Oh, Priest Moore was pondering something.
“Hmmmm, evil tribes shouldn’t be able to invade this city. How did they do it?” (Moore)
If I said that thing here, it would be transmitted to Iris, but perhaps he’d say ‘she should know it sooner or later’?
“Priest Moore, the evil tribes have three goals. The first is the erasure of Iris, the second is the destruction of the large magic tool using the holy magic covering the entire city, and the third is the fall of Sphereart.” (Akane)
“Onee-sama, what is the ‘magic tool of holy magic’?” (Iris)
“Sasha, how do you know about that! It’s something top-secret not known by anyone but priests or those higher.” (Moore)
“Once I searched for signs across the city, I understood. It was cleverly hidden, but I soon realized that the holy magic『Creature Leave』was being applied.” (Akane)
“W-, whatttt! Even though it was thoroughly kept in absolute secrecy, you saw through it easily. Ah, it can’t be helped anymore.” (Moore)
Priest Moore resigned, and told Iris about the holy magic large magic tool. It seemed that, from the start, he planned to tell Iris once she became an adult.
“Priest Moore, if you don’t protect that magic tool, the evil tribes will descend on this town when it’s destroyed.” (Akane)
“I know. First of all, regarding the magic tool, it’s fine. For example, even if they specified the location, the holy magic『Holy Field』is always being deployed. The only one who can remove this is Pope-sama. Anyway, it won’t be destroyed. And, even in the worse case, it can be considered. How about specifying the remaining five people quickly?” (Moore)
『Holy Field』was the superior version of『Creature Leave』. As expected, this magic couldn’t be included in the large magic tool. But, if it was being deployed in the installation place, was it safe?
“Priest Moore, it’s that large magic tool, I think there’s some kind of flaw occurring. For the evidence, six people were brainwashed. Perhaps, the evil tribes noticed it quickly, and are commencing this time.” (Akane)
“––––A flaw? Everyday inspections were done constantly, but from the magic tool. If the matter this time is solved, what should be done if it isn’t repaired quickly?” (Moore)
A repair? If it was done now,『Holy Field』would be released, so the evil tribes would aim for that without fail.
“Onee-sama, how about you tell Pope-sama? That person is strong. He hasn’t been brainwashed or anything like that by the evil tribes.” (Iris)
Pope-sama, huh. If it came to telling him, I had to tell everything as far as Iris’s survival. Naturally, my existence would also come to light. Currently, there was no clear evidence he was being aimed at by the evil tribes. If there was definite evidence, it would probably be okay.
But, if I made that choice in the current situation, I would be made out as Iris’s kidnapper, put in jail, and when everyone was relieved, the future where the evil tribes would descend upon this town would be seen. Perhaps I’d be used in a power struggle. I didn’t have a future vision skill, perhaps I read light novels too much?
“That’s rejected. If I told it to Pope-sama, the possibility it’ll be known by the surrounding nobles automatically is high. There isn’t any clear evidence as it is right now, and I’ll probably be used in a power struggle. At least, it’s fine if we have strong allies other than Priest Moore.” (Akane)
“A power struggle? What is that?” (Iris)
Iris, you still didn’t understand?
“Though there are parts I want to deny, the possibility it’ll really become like that is high. Since Pope-sama is seventy-five, who will be his successor is being sought after. I understand, I’ll try to search by myself. Fortunately, the evil tribes only get going at night, when me and the rest are sleeping. Then, it’s fine even if I’m by myself. However, what will you do, Sasha?” (Moore)
“There’s no mistake that the evil tribes will attack before long, so I’ll intensively train Finn and Iris. Fortunately, the two historic ruins are D-class and C-class, perfect places for intensive training. Finn and Iris will be targeted by evil tribes in the future as well, so they themselves must become stronger.” (Akane)
“There’s a reason. Iris-sama’s unique skill will become essential even in battles after this. I understand, I’ll leave it to you, Sasha. I’ll rely on you two.” (Moore)
“Yes, please leave it to me. Priest Moore, please indirectly convey the matter of the evil tribe’s attack to the guild head of the adventurer’s guild. There not being adventurers here when they attack would be troubling, so please do it.” (Akane)
“I understand, I’ll tell them.” (Moore)
“Well then, after Iris’s weapon and armor are ready, we’ll go to the historic ruins.” (Akane)
Yes, Onee-sama, it’s my first time going to the historic ruins. I’m looking forward to it.” (Iris)
“Master, I will become even stronger.” (Finn)
With the plans for the future decided, we left the chapel.