Chapter 54: Because Its Important

A chair was prepared once again in front of the Prince who had stood up. He sat down onto the chair and began talking, Then Ill talk about the situation.

I wonder if we wont get chairs.

Chair pweashe.

The room went silent. Mill said casually, Lei, do you want me to hold you? But I refused, Nu, eberywon shith. Chair.

The room fell silent again. The mayor pinched between his brows and sighed deeply, Your Highness Hubert. Im sorry, but can we move to the conference room?

Okay.

Hes probably irritated.

The Prince replied with no objections after a moment of silence. The mayor quickly gave instructions to his servants, and another room was prepared.

It was a small conference room with two tables that were big enough to seat six people and in the front was a table with several chairs.

Thats probably for the side who will do the talking.

The servants quickly searched for something and brought a chair which looked like something that Amy had used when she was smaller. The Prince and his two attendants raised an eyebrow and looked at the chair, but I cant concentrate on this important discussion if I were sitting on someones lap. I was thankful that they were considerate.

The chair was placed next to Alistair, and we both sat down on our chairs. Then the Prince asked sarcastically, The chairs have been prepared, can I start talking now? We nodded solemnly.

Now then, do you know about the barrier box that produces a barrier big enough to cover a town?

Ive heard of it. But thats like a legend, right? Bart answered.

The Prince acts like a prince and is a bit arrogant, but the mayor and Bart only spoke a bit more politely. It doesnt feel like theyre talking to a VIP.

Looking closely, Bart and the Prince almost look around the same age. In a manner of speaking, the difference is that if the Prince were a civil official, then Bart would be a naval officer. Interesting.

My legs sway while I was sitting on the little chair. My legs are swinging.

Lei.

Ai.

I was surprised by Alistairs quiet rebuke.

Oh no, dammit. I was dragged along by my small infant body and mind.

Its not a legend. It exists in the capital, and weve confirmed that many towns have one upon closer inspection. Trentforce is a special town because it exists within the barrier, and the kingdom understands that you have small barrier boxes here in case of emergencies.

The mayor nodded.

Apparently, this isnt a secret.

But making barrier boxes large enough to cover a town requires a special technique and the magic stones required for them to work are massive. To begin with, we dont even know if those stones would be filled even if we got every magic user in town to channel their magic into it. Thats why even if they do exist, they are called legends.

So thats how it is.

I made a surprised look. At any rate, my small stomach is hungry.

Is it nearly snack time?

I might have looked restless.

Lei.

Ai.

The mayor called a servant and gave him some kind of instructions after he heard Alistairs rebuke. The servant nodded and left the room.

The Princes eyes might have turned a little colder.

I made it so I wouldnt meet his gaze.

But my older brother Albert was born with a lot of magic power. I dont have as much as my brother, but I also have a remarkable amount of magic power because of my Wester lineage, he said a bit proudly.

Also, magic users gather in the fief capital. Weve managed to secure 60%, no 80% of the magic needed for the stone.

So its not a legend.

Its almost feasible.

The room got noisy.

It could probably be called a dream if they could activate the barrier box, which is called a legend.

Then, a knock sounded at the door.

Come in. A servant came in, pushing a wagon when he heard the mayors voice. On the wagon there was tea, meat sandwiches and sweets.

My legs swayed and hit the table with a bang.

Lei.

Ai.

I was crying just a while ago, and now Ive regressed to being an infant. I focused, put my hands next to each other on the table and also behaved. When I got tea and a plate of snacks, I properly said, Thhanwsh.

Pfft.

Kyaro

Sorry. Couldnt help it.

Dont I properly say thanks every day?

I grabbed the sandwich and chewed it in my mouth. For some reason, everyone was focused on me.

Well, whatever. It doesnt matter what you say to babies. Everyone relaxed at what the Prince had said. Everyone started eating and drinking when the Prince held his cup. I also chewed as I thought.

Oh my gawd, werent women the first to eat in high-class places in my previous life? Was that in a story? Im the only woman here, so it should be fine for me to start eating first.

*CHEW CHEW*

It would take forever if we wait for the baby to finish, so Ill keep going, The Prince, who was drinking his tea, said. *CHEW CHEW*

Tsk. Dont act up.

The Prince looked at me and frowned a little before combing his bangs back.

Well, he is a bit handsome, so its not like his gesture wasnt cool. But nobles shouldnt click their tongues.

*CHEW CHEW*

And the last 20% is Alistair Lisburn.

Im just Alistair.

Your summery-blue eyes prove that you have magic.

Alistair glared at the Prince. But the Prince continued calmly, You can probably choose to return to Kingdom. But as long as you live in Wester, you should do your best for the people.

Alistair was at a loss for words. He didnt want to leave Lentforce. But, if he was told that he had to do it because he lived here, then-.

And I dont think she would be of any use as she is now, but I was told to bring the violet kid along if she was here. I dont think she would be of any use.

But its important? Dont say I wont be of use two times! But well, I wouldnt be useful.

I received the sweets next. *CHEW CHEW*

Leis still only a year old! Alistair stood up and said.

I didnt say that I would use her straight away if she comes with you, Alistair. And theres an advantage to taking her.

Advantage.

I stopped eating sweets.

A baby with violet eyes and a child with summery-blue eyes in Wester. Weve sent a messenger off to ask for the dispatch of the Four Marquises because we have summoned these children to the capital.

The sweets dropped out of my hands.

Father might already know about me. He might come to pick me up if I go to the fief capital. I might be able to go back to where father is.