The Nostalgic Room

This room here.

Len-san stops in front of one of the doors.

The 20 people who were lined up following behind the King stops as well.

As usual, I had to jog over, my surroundings were nothing but giants who were encircling me so I couldnt see a thing.

Well, since I was looking through my past knowledge, I could guess where I was so it wasnt a problem but

Hearing the door opening, I see Len-san and the King, the Prince and Squad Captain head into the room.

I subsequently enter.

Entering next was the noble-like uncle who was with us when we got off the carriage, it seems hes the current Prime Minister. In addition, several nobles follow could they be the Cabinet Ministers?

From what I can see, the other people and the knights stood by outside the room.

Looking around, the room isnt too different compared to my past memory. Although theres several things which I dont remember, the foundation hasnt changed much.

Not too much has changed from the time Master Lyle occupied this room. Although a few new additions were added

Len-san apologetically speaks.

Len-san, how come youre shrinking so much?

A question about his appearance gushed out, I couldnt help but carelessly ask.

Err, uhm, I thought Master would be angry since I replaced some things in the room on my own accord

What, its that?

To begin with, I certainly know things regarding Lyle Dist, since the time I had his knowledge*. But Im not Lyle Dist. Fujino Sakura is a different individual. Besides, Lyle Dist wouldnt be angry at something of that degree.*[r1]

While being slightly sullen, I explain our important difference.

I-Is that so. Pardon me.

What is it? Len-san seems to act reserved towards me, how should I put it, I feel like hes frightened. Did I do anything?

At this rare this uncomfortable feeling will continue, I need to hear him out promptly.

Len-san, I, did I do something to you? Feels like youre avoiding, or frightened of me*. Though I cant explain it well, thats what it feels like.*[r2]

I looked up at Len-san while asking.

By the way Len-san is taller than the Prince. Around 190cm?

He had such an adorable atmosphere when he was still a small child

Thats right, looking up with his eyes when he was still below knee level mightve been the cause.[r3]

While thinking of such things, I looked over.

N-No, its nothing! I am sorry!

Hes even more frightened. What is this

For now! That behaviour bothers me! Please act normal! Theres no reason to be afraid of me!

Good grief.

HII-! Im sorry, Im sorry! Ill do my best so, anything but the punishment!

He became even more frightened.

Whats this punishment? Does it look like Ill do something like that?

Suddenly, a connection to the phrasePunishmentwas felt in my memory.

I wonder why?

I began to search within my memory.

So its that

Whenever Lyle Dists pupil made a large mistake, he would use Ma

gic on him under the pretence ofPunishment.

For example, with Protection Magic and Binding Magic used on Len-san, hed be hung on a tree to lure out Magic Beasts.

Those Magic Beasts would playfully interact with Len-san, but from another point of view, he was being knocked around.

For example, with Protection Magic applied, hed be launched with Flight Magic like a human cannon under the pretence of new Magic experiment.

It was possible to fly but controlling it was unstable, and so he smashed into a tree at high speed.

For example, under the pretence of special training, with Protection Magic applied, Len-san would be targeted and showered with Magic.

His body was protected by Magic, but he would be in tatters from the aftershock of the blasts.

Of course, he wasnt in any danger of being killed, and Healing Magic was applied on all injuries.

Certainly, it cant be helped if that may have possibly became his trauma.

At any rate, I received him as a pupil when he was 5 years old

Well, aside from Lyle Dist, I dont have that kind of intention.

In the first place, my body cannot use Magic.

Please calm down. though I said it a short time ago, because Im not Lyle Dist, I dont plan on doing anything like punishment. To begin with, I cannot use Magic. Such a thing cant be helped*.*[r4]

With this, the problem of me = Lyle Dist has been handled.

As for my personality Im a completely different person, I have a feeling theyll disregard me as a person, I need to clearly reject it.

Eh? I wont be punished? Really?

Whats this grown man, whos over 40 years old, talking about?

Right, I wont. Besides, didnt I say this before?

Eh? But didnt you use Body Strengthening Magic a little while ago? Theres no way you cant use Magic. I felt the Mana.

This sure is a pain.

Though I understand what hes saying.

What I used earlier was a technique called Qigong. Its a skill from my world.

Although it looks like Magic, its a skill*.*[r5]

Right, the fundamental parts of Qigongs doesnt differ from Magic.

Magic is energy within the body which transforms into power, in addition, a mental image must be provided before it can be invoked.

In contrast to Qigong, although the energy inside the body can be used the same way, with that knowledge, you surround the interior of your body and transform it intoKi, which your body can wear, is how the technique works.

The origin of the energy is the same but, the method to manage and transform it is different.

The energy consumption of Qigong is incredibly bad by the way.

If you clad your entire body with Ki and fight, youll tire yourself then collapse in a blink of an eye.

At the times I fight, Ill only wearKiwhen its absolutely essential.

Understanding the explanation, for Magic and Qigong you must recognise the energy within your body, although theyre both used the same way, I for some reason, cant change that energy into Mana.

What Len-san saidFeeling of Manawas because, I was able to manipulate the energy within my body, was what it meant.

When manipulating the energy within your body, the overflowingManacan be sensed from the outside.[r6]

The degree will vary but, a person who can manipulateManawill be able to sense another personsMana.

Ive tested in both my world and this world, but I couldnt use Magic.

Both Magic and Qigong began from the same origin. Only the way you use it is different.

The reason why you felt Mana, was because I used Qigong which came from the same origin as Magic.

Though I think its troublesome, I gave an explanation.

Itll be a problem if they expect me to use Magic.

While speaking to Len-san, the King interrupts.

Well, Sakura is still a child right? The earliest you can use Magic is 5 years old, Ive heard its only too late once you reach 20. Although you cant use it right now, its possible youll be able to once you grow older. Youre still small, theres no need to be impatient.

What was that?

Is he comforting me because I cant use Magic?

However, arent you treating me like a child here?

Everyone, although you keep calling me a child, Im 15 years old. Im an adult in this world. Besides, I dont feel particularly troubled that I cant use Magic. I have a small appearance because of a trait my family has and my growth period is a little late thats all. Ive only begun to grow.

I wonder how many times Ive had to explain this since I arrived at this world. Was this the 3rd time?

Because so many people Ive come across has treated me as a child, it feels troublesome to explain.

Nononono^! Isnt there a limit on how much your growth period can be delayed!?No matter how I look you appear to be 5 ~ 6 years old, maybe 8 years old at best? 10 years old at best even if you were a Dwarf you know?*Ahh, you came from a different world right! The flow of time might be different in your world, it should be that, it must be that!

^[n1] *[r7]

The King rattles on with his eyes wide open.

How disrespectful.

The Prince and the Squad Captain faced my direction while smirking.

Shall I pick on them later?[r8]

The other people wore a surprised expression.

Im a fully fledged 15 year old. Theres no difference between the flow of time of my world and this world. 1 day has 12 koku, 1 year has 365 days with 24 hours per day. The way we calculate a year is identical. The average height of a woman in my family is 160cm and lifespan is 85 years. You dont have to go as far as to say Im not Human.

Eeh-? No, however, no matter how you say it Its hard to believe

Good grief

Prince and Squad Captain too, please you say something about this.

I decide to call out for reinforcements.

Even if you say that. After hearing about it yesterday, to be honest, Im having a hard time believing in it too.

Far from being reinforcements, a spy has revealed himself.

Is height such an important thing? Aah, if thats the case everyones height should just be shortened. Thats right, cutting off everything below the knee should be good dont you think? That should be about right. Lets do that.

I search for something that can cut while saying those words,

How about the sword the Prince or the Squad Captain is carrying?

Its a little large but it should be okay.

W-W-Wait, calm down. Aah, Sakura an adult woman. Even though she appears small, shes 15 years old.Un, a splendid adult.

Noticing of the turbulent atmosphere, the Prince becomes flustered.

The King, Len-san and Squad Captain, the others as well, all nod.

Somehow, I have a feeling they dont believe that, is it just my imagination?[r9]