Chapter 148
The high sorcerers nodded to Ian’s request . Instead of dismissing them, the Ivory Tower Lord who has reached the level of sorcery that was beyond imagination was treating them as his seniors, with great respect . How can they feel not good about something like that? People’s emotions are simplistic and silly at times .
“Then except the high ranking sorcerers, the rest of you may clear the room . The sorcerers who are standing by outside will lead the way . ”
As per Ian’s instructions, Hailey, the princess, the servant girls and Kevin, the imperial palace’s sorcerer stood up from their seats . Then they headed toward the large, iron gate in order to exit the room .
“Your highness . ”
Then Ian’s voice caused the princess to strop .
Were there any other issues that needed to be addressed?
With her heart pounding, the princess turned to look back .
But, something unexpected was being said to her .
“Please come this way and take your seat . ”
“What? How, how can I… . . ?”
“Your highness is also a high sorcerer as well . ”
That was right . Although a few conditions have been placed on her, Hailey Greenriver, the princess, was being treated as a high sorcerer of the Ivory Tower . She has earned the right to be present in these meetings .
“But, but I still do not know any… . . ”
“That is why I’m asking you to take a seat . You would need to learn what you do not know . What exactly is being done and how they are being done, and what you have to do . Do you not agree?”
“… . . Ah!”
Was it because of the unsettled feeling that rose from the trial?
Her sense of comprehension has become quite duller than the usual .
The first council meeting of the Ivory Tower of the 509th anniversary of the empire’s founding .
That event has come to a smooth closure . Several matters of discussions were put forth after the trial and for the most part, all the issues were addressed in positive manner . The dawn of the new-year was rather satisfactory .
Tuck, Tuck, Tuck… . .
Ian was riding a horse carriage for the first time in a long while . Was it because he has been counting on teleportation and like magic for a while? Now, even the horse carriage ride seemed very unfamiliar .
‘Have I been living a very hardened life… . . ?’
Horse carriage ride wasn’t unfamiliar at all even in the former life .
Of course the horse carriage ride wasn’t the only unfamiliar thing .
The lady that rode the horse carriage with him was also unfamiliar .
Well, rather than unfamiliar… . .
‘… . . Awkward . ’
Ian took a subtle peek . There he saw a picturesque profile of Hailey, the most beautiful woman, the princess, who even earned a conditional high sorcerer title .
‘Should have not been riding together’
It wasn’t Ian’s proposal .
It was the princess’ request all along .
He accepted her request without giving much thought .
I didn’t realize how awkward it could be .
“Well… . . ”
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Was the princess not able to hold herself much longer in this awkwardness?
She began a conversation .
“Please speak . ”
“… . . Thank you . Teacher . ”
Her first words were a thank you .
“What about, your highness?”
“That you personally took control of the meeting . . ”
The princess was not dumb . Ian did not need to step forward in his position, yet he came forward without any hesitation . What could possibly be the reason?
“Thanks to you, the servant girls and Sir Kevin were spared from any punishments . Although I am embarrassed to say, even I, who have committed the offense, got off free . ”
“Your highness was not found innocent . It has been simply deferred . ”
“That, that is true, still… . . ”
Was it because of Ian’s cold response?
Princess’ voice became smaller .
“Well, it’s all good that you understand . ”
“… . . What, what?”
“That is, it’s all good that you know why I stepped forward, and by me stepping forward, what benefits you’ve reaped . Should I explain further?”
“No, no!”
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The princess raised her voice without even recognizing it .
The silence returned soon after .
She must have been embarrassed about the response a moment ago .
“In fact . ”
Ian smiled lightly upon seeing her that way .
“There is no need to be so thankful . ”
“What are you saying all of a sudden… . ”
“Your highness has rescued my family, have you not?”
Princess Hailey had saved Ian’s family during the chaotic attack by the dragon soldiers . Since he considers his family’s safety over his own to be the top priority, that act was the ultimate act of grace for Ian .
“I should be the one to be thanking you . Today is just a part of showing my appreciation . ”
“That, that was just by my brother’s order… . ”
“Since I’m at it, I would like to give you another token of my appreciation . ”
“… . . What?”
Out of the spatial pouch that was around his waist band, Ian brought out a blue robe . It was the imperial robe artifact, the ‘Michel Greenriver Robe . ’
“By tomorrow, the news of you, rising to the position of high sorcerer would be widely spread throughout the empire . This robe has also found its rightful owner . ”
Michel Greenriver Robe was left with a will that only allowed it to be passed down to a sorcerer in the imperial family line . And today, after almost 300 years later, a high sorcerer, representing the imperial family was born .
Translations by AsianHobbyist Website .
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“But, but this is the item that was given by the highness… . . ”
“Act first, report later is one of the discretionary authorities of the tower lord . ”
Ian continued to speak .
“I will give first and will report later . ”
“… . . ”
Princess Hailey took the robe cautiously . The artifact that is passed down generations to only the sorcerers of the imperial family members was in her possession .
“And this is… . . ”
Ian’s repayment did not stop there .
In fact, this time around was the true form of repayment .
It was none other than the staff of the Great Prairie .
Only the communications tunnel at the end has been removed .
“About now, your highness should also have a staff of your own . ”
Ian had received the staff, a master piece, created by Jerbio, the carpenter .
He no longer had the need for the staff of the Great Prairie .
Yet, it would be a waste to keep it go rotten somewhere .
It is much better than having somebody look after it .
‘It is one hundred folds better for the princess to have it . ’