**Side: Carol**
After presenting Seras, the Daughter of Grand Duke Lichtenfels and Raus’s new fiancée, with the Twin Swords and the Crest Defender Coat in the gardens of Amagi Castle, Raus, Reina, Yuria, and I headed for the Hunter’s Guild with Seras.
My older sister, Ciel, also wished to register as a Hunter, so because she would also become a Queen, Lady Maruca, and for escort duty, Yamato, Prim, Mako, Meena, Sister Flam, and Eos would accompany us.
Yamato also had the purpose of reporting the investigation results of the Krater Labyrinth to the Amister Headquarters of the Hunter’s Guild.
“O-Oh, we’re sorry to have kept you…”
“H-How do I look, Raus?”
Before that, Ciel and Seras, who had gone to change, returned to the garden.
Both of them were incredibly nervous about being seen by Emperor Reinhardt and Raus, their faces flushed red. They were so fresh.
“You look good, Ciel.”
“You do too, Seras.”
Seras was wearing the Crest Defender Coat, but Ciel was adorned in a coat and hat tailored by the King’s Heir, Aiver. It was an asymmetrical white coat reaching down to her ankles, paired with a white long skirt and a wide-brimmed white hat with large feathers. Made from the leather of Gold Dragoons and Disaster Dragoons, its defensive power was higher than mass-produced plate mail, and the hat, applying the technology of Magic Circlets, protected the head thoroughly. The Celestial Globe could be stored in a small Storage Bag prepared at her left hip. It was apparently adjusted to be retrieved like taking something out of a pocket, so it seemed very convenient. Seras’s Crest Defender Coat did not have Storage enchantment applied, but we planned to give her a Storage Bag that we had used. Seras, clad in the Crest Defender Coat, could be called a Knight Princess. Twin Swords, gifted by Raus, hung from her waist, one on each side.
“S-So that’s it!”
“Thank you, Your Majesty.”
Both of them looked very happy. Well then, we wanted to head to the Hunter’s Guild, but before that, there were things the two of them had to do.
“So, Seras, please decide on a name for your Twin Swords.”
“Ciel, you too, give a name to that Celestial Globe.”
““Eh?””
However, both of them looked bewildered. I had the same bewildered look when I was told to name my Lapislazuli Light Rod, so I understood how they felt.
“A name… perhaps, the name of these Twin Swords?”
“Yes, that’s right. Without a name, we can’t use Ee-quipping.”
“Um, Your Majesty? Don’t you already have names decided?”
“Well, in the case of store-bought items, the manufacturer decides, but for custom orders, the actual user decides. That’s right, isn’t it, Ed?”
“Yes. When the user decides on a name, the sense of unity with the weapon becomes stronger. While I don’t know if it’s actually effective, it’s a custom, and you develop affection for a weapon you’ve named yourself.”
I had received the same explanation, so I understood and named my weapon. Emperor Reinhardt and the others were similar; Emperor Reinhardt’s one-handed straight sword was named “Glorious Sword,” H.R.H. Elis’s rapier was named “Venus Rapier,” and H.R.H. Maruca’s twin axes were named “Dragoness Axe.”
“S-So that’s how it is… That’s why I have to name it myself…”
“Then for me… let’s see, how about ‘Elemental Tarot’?”
“I think it’s a good name.”
“Thank you.”
Encouraged by Emperor Reinhardt’s praise, Ciel’s Celestial Globe was decided to be named “Elemental Tarot.”
“Mine is ‘Lapislazuli Sword Whip.’ Although they are Twin Swords, these are multi-jointed swords, and can also be used by joining the pommels together.”
Seras named them not as Twin Swords, but as a dual-edged multi-jointed sword, with a name conscious of Lapislazuli Silver. There are no Hunters who use dual-edged swords, but there are users of dual-edged spears. Prim’s “Scarlet Wing” also has a spear tip, so it can be considered a type of dual-edged spear.
“Seras, yours is also a good name.”
“Thank you.”
Praised by Raus for her chosen name, Seras’s face broke into a smile. I understand her feelings. Especially since Seras can finally come to Alka from today, her joy must be even greater.
“Well then, now that the names are decided, let’s head to the Hunter’s Guild.”
“Let’s do that. We still have time, but it’s never too early.”
“That’s right.”
“I would like to accompany you, but I can’t move around freely today, as expected.”
Emperor Reinhardt looked disappointed, but as expected, we had to ask him to refrain today. Not only Lady Hilde, who came to Amagi Castle with us, but also the father of Ciel and Seras, Grand Duke Liar, and Councilor Urs of Denebulate, who was freed simultaneously with the advance on Solemne, and several councilors of the Libertarian Bridge City, which was unharmed, had visited the castle.
“Give up for today. Neither I nor Yuri can move around freely today.”
Lady Mana and Sir Yuri are also expected to act as members of the Royal Family today. Therefore, they cannot accompany us to the Hunter’s Guild.
“I understand. Elis, you wanted to go too, but help me out here today.”
“That’s what I intend to do. Maruca, please take care of Ciel.”
“Of course. I’ll be back as soon as possible.”
Lady Maruca should have also accompanied them, but since Ciel was also becoming the Queen, she decided to accompany her as a senior Hunter.
“Then we’re off. We’ll be back as soon as possible.”
“Ah. I don’t think there will be any problems, but be careful.”
Seeing us off, we headed towards the Hunter’s Guild.
**Side: Meena**
We arrived at the Hunter’s Guild in a Tenju Manufacturing Beast Carriage. At the reception, we completed Ciel’s Hunter registration and Seras’s Wing Crest joining procedures. In the meantime, Yamato and Prim went to report the details of the Krater Labyrinth to the Head Hunter’s Master.
“This completes Ciel’s registration. Please confirm.”
“Thank you.”
Ciel, who happily received her Hunter License, immediately reviewed it for confirmation. I also took a look.
Ciel Lichtenfels
Age: 20
Level: 22
Beast Race: Rabbitry
Hunter’s Guild: Amister Kingdom, Float
Hunter’s Rank: C-
Although I heard Ciel has no combat experience, her level seems to be average.
“My procedures are finished too~”
“So now I am a member of Wing Crest.”
Seras, delighted, beamed, but we could only return a wry smile. Well, we don’t intend to force Seras into unreasonable battles, but considering the possibility of getting caught up in them, I can’t shake the feeling that I might contract acute magical power fluctuation syndrome, which I experienced myself. Ah, here is Seras’s license.
Seras Lichtenfels
Age: 12
Level: 27
Yokai Race: Rabbitry Half-Lamia
Union: Wing Crest
Hunter’s Guild: Libertarian Federation, Lichtenfels
Hunter’s Rank: C
I heard Seras’s level was 23, but it’s 27 now. Well, that level was before the march on Solemne, so she must have raised her level since then. Raus-kun taught her effective ways to use magic, so she must have been practicing it.
“Hey, hey, since when did the Hunter’s Guild become a hangout for brats?”
However, as if to pour cold water on our joy, a rough-looking group appeared. Not again…
“Who are these guys?”
“Who knows?”
H.R.H. Maruca and Rebecca also made no attempt to hide their exasperated and weary expressions. I can’t say I’m any different.
“I was careless because it was fine last time, but more importantly, you idiots, look around you?”
Mako sighed, holding her head in her hands, but at the same time urged the male Hunter who had approached them to look around.
“Wh-What did you say! Do you want to die?!”
“We’re saying you’re mistaken for suicidal volunteers, hence the convoluted approach. How can you be a Hunter if you can’t even discern your opponent’s strength?”
Mako’s words are harsh, but she’s right. After all, there are four Ancient Classes, three High Classes around level 60, and to top it off, three people related to the Royal Family. It makes one wonder if they have suicidal tendencies.
“As Mako said, look around you. Everyone is pitying you, aren’t they?”
“Pity us? How absurd…”
“No, that’s the truth.”
“To think you’d actually pester *them*. I was so caught off guard, I was too late to react.”
Saying that, a Dwarf and an Ulfy Hunter stepped forward. Oh, aren’t those Eisen and Wolf from Lily Wish?
“Wh-What the hell are you guys?!”
“I thought you were idiots, but you’re truly beyond saving.”
“I told you there wouldn’t be a next time when you bothered us, didn’t I?”
Did these Hunters bother Lily Wish as well? Aren’t they going too far by risking their lives?
“Eisen, Wolf. Are these idiots your acquaintances?”
“Of course not. How dare you!”
“These guys are Hunters from Valentia. You could say they’re Prince Leonas’s subordinates.”
Prince Leonas’s subordinates. Just that, I think I understand what kind of beings they are.
“I see. So they were banished from Valentia and came to Amister, but their behavior hasn’t changed.”
“Correct. One of the reasons we didn’t accompany Sayuri-sama was to investigate these guys.”
“Investigate?”
“Yes. We cooperated with the Order’s Guild and monitored their actions. The Order has warned them several times.”
The Order’s Guild was aware too? Well, as Hunters who seem to be subordinates of Prince Leonas, they are a person of interest, so it’s only natural.
“Sh-Shut up! We’re High Class! Even if it’s the Hunter’s Guild or Amister, you can’t punish us!”
I see, so that’s how it is. Valentia is lenient towards High Class, so they mistakenly thought Amister was the same and acted lawlessly. Unfortunately, Amister is a country that doesn’t spare even High Class, so they were finished the moment the Order’s Guild took notice.
“Furthermore, as subordinates of Prince Leonas, they are also traitors to Valentia, so Valentia wouldn’t cover for them either.”
“Well, they’re already finished the moment they bothered H.R.H. Maruca.”
“Grand Duke Lichtenfels’s daughters, Ciel-sama and Seras-sama, are also here. Especially Ciel-sama, her engagement with His Majesty has been established. Bothering someone like that, let alone H.R.H. Maruca, might even lead His Majesty to personally intervene with punishment.”
Their faces are gradually turning pale. Since royalty is also obligated to register with the Guild in Amister, it’s not uncommon for trouble to arise between them and commoners. Therefore, they wouldn’t be punished for such a thing, but it’s different if they make contact with clear malice. Every Guild states this, so everyone should know, but for those who think High Class is special, it was likely something they didn’t need to care about.
“To top it all off, they bothered Wing Crest.”
“Ah. After all, with four Ancient Classes right in front of them, they arrogantly picked a fight.”
“These kids are also around level 60, you know. Even if dozens of scoundrels like you gathered, the outcome would be predetermined.”
At Eisen and Wolf’s words, glances as if seeing something unbelievable were cast upon us from the surroundings. Not only the Hunters in front of us, but it seems others didn’t know either.
“What, you guys didn’t know either? Well, in a sense, I guess it can’t be helped.”
“I thought at least Mako would be recognized. She was one of the ones who defeated the Slume Lord.”
“Hey, you don’t have to say that in a place like this.”
Ah, all eyes are on Mako. The Slume Lord was dismantled in Torencia, and its materials were presented to both the Phantom King’s family and the Amister Royal Family. It’s a monster that troubled Torencia for many years, and its subjugation battle 180 years ago was even turned into a play, so it’s no exaggeration to say that no one is unaware of it.
“It’s fine to run, but the Order’s Guild has already taken notice of you.”
“Word has been sent out to other towns and villages as well. If you cause trouble, you will be apprehended on the spot. From now on, you will operate obediently and diligently.”
The Hunters, who were trying to sneak away, were not missed by Eisen and Wolf. They delivered an ultimatum, but it seems things had already progressed that far. The moment they heard that, they ran away, so they probably can’t stay in Float anymore. If word has also reached other towns, they might not even be able to stay in Amister.
“Long time no see, Eisen, Wolf.”
“It’s been a while, H.R.H. Maruca. Are you registering for Ciel-sama?”
“Yep. By the way, I heard Lily Wish followed Grandma Sayuri, but you two stayed?”
“Both Eisen and I got married. Ah, of course, Sayuri-sama saw us through it.”
“Leaving our wives immediately after getting married would be a problem, so Wolf and I stayed in Float, but we couldn’t just do nothing, so we took on the request to monitor those idiots.”
Both of you got married, huh.
“Congratulations, Eisen, Wolf.”
“Congratulations.”
“Yeah, thanks.”
“But after we got married, Saya, you see…”
Ah, I can kind of imagine that. Saya-san, the leader of Lily Wish and an Ancient Rabbitry, has no prospects for marriage, let alone a boyfriend.
“As expected, being the next Grand Order’s Master would be tough.”
“No, I think Saya can do it.”
“Absolutely. Besides, Rai would welcome it with open arms.”
“Being the Grand Order’s Master means a confirmed transfer to Float, so Saya wouldn’t need to leave Lily Wish either.”
“Even so, if you proceed with discussions without her consent, Saya will kill you?”
“Well, that’s true. For now, when she returns, I’ll tell her about this conversation.”
“Right.”
The person Saya-san might marry is my older brother. My older brother, the next Grand Order’s Master, has only two wives, Sister Marie and Sister Muse of the same Order, and both of them are Ancient Ogres. If Saya-san, an Ancient Rabbitry, were to join them, it would be akin to Wing Crest from a little while ago. Ah, but I wouldn’t dislike Saya-san becoming my sister-in-law. Even as a younger sister, I wish for my brother’s happiness.
