Chapter 105: Reporting to Theo and Oliver

Once I realized I could create Magic Stones using purified Magic Cores, I reported what happened in the Royal Capital to Theo and Oliver at the workshop. I make it a point to share information with the two Apostles. I had intended to report to them first, but I was so curious about whether I could make Magic Stones with purified Magic Cores that I ended up testing it alone.

Since we couldn’t exactly talk in the workshop cafe, I had the two of them come to my room. “Welcome back.” “Normally, I would say, ‘Good work on the long journey to the Royal Capital,’ but since it was instant with Teleportation Magic, I suppose that doesn’t apply.” “I’m home. Ahaha, true, there’s no travel fatigue, but I am mentally worn out.”

While drinking the tea brewed in the cafe, I reported what happened in the Royal Capital to the two of them. First, I explained His Majesty’s proposal. “It is reassuring that His Majesty is thinking of ways to move the World Tree quickly.” “Ordering the Fairchild family to develop the undeveloped lands is a clever move. The Margrave family can act openly, and the Royal Family can provide aid. Furthermore, by saying the undeveloped lands will become your territory, no animosity will be directed toward you, Lord William.”

Next, when I told them about Erica-sensei, they were impressed that she was a National Production Mage. “As expected, Master’s teacher is amazing.” “Hmm, so your tutor was a National Mage. I feel like you have a strong luck that draws people who can help you, Lord William.” If what Oliver says is true, it must be thanks to the Goddess’s blessing.

Then, I told them that I learned how to make Magic Stones from Erica-sensei, and when I proposed absorbing the liquid into diatomaceous earth to prevent explosions from shock, Erica-sensei undertook the dangerous verification experiment herself. “Why do you come up with new methods immediately, Lord William?” Oliver looked half-exasperated. “No, I didn’t invent it; I just associated it with knowledge from my previous life.”

“Erica-sensei has a wonderful personality as well.” “Yeah, just as Theo says, Erica-sensei is someone I can respect. She gave me something precious, saying it was a memento since she had nothing left to teach me this time.” I showed the Magic Gun to the two of them and explained it. “This is an extremely valuable item. And the fact that it is passed down from master to disciple makes it even better.” Theo nodded in agreement.

“It certainly is a valuable item. Items discovered in ruins are hard to come by even for the Levant Trading Company. Considering it cannot be made with current technology, it is practically priceless.” “So it really is an expensive item.” “Yes. And it is a fitting item for you, Lord William, who will take the dangerous undeveloped lands as territory and confront monsters to protect the World Tree.” “Yeah, Sensei said the same thing.”

Then, I told them that I could create Magic Stones using purified Magic Cores, and moreover, that there was no risk of explosion. “So purified Magic Cores could be used in that way. Master’s intuition that they could be used for something was right on the mark.” “Thank you.” “However, please stop conducting dangerous experiments alone.” “That is right. Please tell us, your Apostles, in advance. We will think of ways to minimize the risk.” I got scolded by the two of them.

“By the way, Master, about how many purified Magic Cores are there?” “Probably about 100. Since we know they are usable, I will ask the Elves and the Knights to sell them to me if they obtain any, so I think the number will increase.” “I see. The issue of quantity can likely be cleared. I feel like they can be used for daily tools, or rather, for the development of the undeveloped lands. However, this is a Kingdom secret, isn’t it?”

“It’s exactly as Oliver says. I have to ask His Majesty for permission on whether I can use Magic Stones for daily life or development. I also intend to ask His Majesty for permission to speak to Erica-sensei about the Magic Cores purified by the power of the World Tree.” Recently, I don’t get very nervous about asking His Majesty for things. Habit is a terrifying thing. “I want to report that a method to make safe Magic Stones has been found, and tell Erica-sensei that she doesn’t have to force herself to conduct dangerous experiments.”

“That is a very considerate thought, typical of you, Master. However, even if Erica-sensei learns that Magic Stones can be made from purified Magic Cores, I think she will continue the experiments.” “Why is that?” “Only you can purify Magic Cores, Master. There is meaning in establishing technology to make safe Magic Stones from ‘Empty Stones‘.” Hmm, that might be true. I wish Production Mages other than me could purify Magic Cores too. I suppose I have no choice but to pray for Erica-sensei’s safety. Anyway, let’s proceed with what I can do.