Chapter 103: A Gift from Erica-sensei

“Now then, I have taught you everything I can about Magic Stones.” “Thank you, Erica-sensei.” “There is truly nothing left for me to teach. It is not exactly a commemorative gift, but there is something I want to give you, William-san.” Erica-sensei took a long, narrow box out of empty space. It seems she brought it using Storage Magic. Since Storage Magic consumes magic power, Sensei usually puts her luggage in a bag. That means there is something considerably important inside this box.

“This is something a bit special, and it would be trouble if it were misused, so I have locked it with magic.” Magic Locks are used for boxes containing valuable items. Erica-sensei unlocked it and took the item out of the box. It… resembled a gun I had seen in my original world. “This is called a Magic Gun.” “A Magic Gun?”

“Yes. Magic Stones can normally only be used for bombs, but this allows you to fire magic when you insert a Magic Stone into it.” “That is a revolutionary item.” “Indeed. Magic Guns have no risk of exploding, after all. However, it is made using technology that is now lost. This was found in ruins and was given to me by my master.”

“I feel hesitant to accept such a valuable item.” “No, I likely will not use it anymore, and I think it will be more useful if you have it, William-san. I am sure you won’t misuse it, and I heard from His Majesty that you will make the southern undeveloped lands your territory. Since it is a dangerous land, I want you to take this.”

When she puts it that way, I have no choice but to accept it gratefully. “Erica-sensei, thank you.” I held the Magic Gun with reverence. “I will use it with great care.” “I hope this gun protects you. Also, you have a tendency to work too hard, so please take care of your health and do not push yourself too much.” “Yes.” Sensei’s concern touches my heart. “When you come to the Royal Capital again, if you have time, please show me your healthy face.”

I thanked Erica-sensei repeatedly before leaving the workshop inside the Royal Castle. A maid guided me from there to the entrance. The interior of the Royal Castle has a complex structure, so I surely would have gotten lost without a guide. When I thanked the maid at the entrance, it seemed the Royal Castle staff had contacted them, as the Fairchild family carriage appeared.

“Thank you for waiting.” I spoke to the elderly servant acting as the carriage driver. “No, no. The waiting room for retainers in the Royal Castle is comfortable, so for an old man like me, I’m actually grateful.” As expected of the Royal Castle. “Well then, could you move the carriage out?” “Yes, Lord William.”

I gazed absently at the Royal Capital from the carriage window. There are so many people walking about busily. Northernford is lively too, but there are more people walking leisurely there. I suppose the Royal Capital really is a metropolis.

Looking back through the window, I could see the majesty of the receding Royal Castle. Linkstar Castle is beautiful. But it isn’t just a beautiful castle. I was surprised that there was a hidden workshop inside. Since the Albion Kingdom has a long history, there must be various secrets.

Speaking of secrets, Erica-sensei carried secrets as well. I was surprised that Sensei was one of the few National Production Mages. And the Magic Stone she taught me how to make this time is something that will greatly widen the scope of what I can do with the Production Skill. Although it is difficult to handle, if it can be stabilized and prevented from exploding easily by absorbing the liquid contents into a porous material, it will become easier to handle. If that happens, it will become possible to use it for tools in daily life.

I pray for the safety of Erica-sensei, who took on the dangerous experiment. I also received a valuable Magic Gun made with Lost Technology from Sensei. I am truly grateful for Sensei’s concern and trust. I have to live up to that. While thinking about such things, we arrived at the Fairchild family mansion in the Royal Capital.