Chapter 187: The Victory Ceremony

The new year began, and it was decided that the victory ceremony celebrating the annihilation of the massive monster horde would be held in the Royal Capital. At the ceremony, it will also be announced that the Fairchild Margrave family is being promoted to a Ducal family.

Together with Father, my brother Eddie, and my sister Sophie, I teleported to the Fairchild Margrave residence in the Royal Capital to attend the ceremony. Mother remained in Northernford, saying that someone should stay behind to watch the house.

Incidentally, since my brother had returned to Northernford for winter break, he traveled with us to the Royal Capital.

“Ooh, so this is Teleportation Magic! It’s amazing. We really arrived in the Royal Capital in an instant.” My brother, experiencing teleportation for the first time, widened his eyes in surprise. “Ufufu, isn’t it amazing?” For some reason, Sophie puffed out her chest proudly.

Previously, we used to travel to the Royal Capital by carriage to attend official events. The reason we teleported this time is that it was decided we no longer have to hide Teleportation Magic.

At the victory ceremony, it will be publicly announced that I have been recognized as the Savior by the World Tree. The reasoning is that if I am the Savior, people won’t be surprised even if I can use Teleportation Magic, so there is no need to hide it anymore.

I feel a bit unsure about that, but according to His Majesty, “Having a Savior who can use the legendary Teleportation Magic will lead to everyone’s peace of mind.”

We talked while drinking tea in the living room of the Fairchild residence in the Royal Capital. “Why did they hold the memorial service within the year, but wait until the new year for the victory ceremony? I feel like it would have been fine to celebrate earlier.”

“Indeed, Sophie. Certainly, there is an aspect of excitement in celebrating immediately. But there is an intention of His Majesty behind this. Eddie, where do you think His Majesty’s intention lies?” Whoa, suddenly my brother is being tested.

“Yes, Father. I believe the plan was to hold the memorial service first to make the people aware of the monster threat, and then, upon welcoming the New Year, hold a glamorous victory ceremony to heighten the spirit of resistance against the monsters.”

“Exactly, Eddie. It seems you are learning well at the Academy, beyond just swordsmanship.” As expected of Brother Eddie. He is accomplished in both literary and military arts, has a good personality, and is a brother I am proud of.

“Haha, after all, my junior in the Student Council is a talented woman, so my political senses are being trained as well.” “I see, Lady Francois, is it? Rumor has it her political sense exceeds even that of the current Duke.”

“Yes. Both the President and I intend to study noble politics to some extent, but she reads one step deeper, and the sharpness of her mind is keen.” Francois-san, the daughter of the Southern Duke’s house, is famous as a prodigy.

I wonder what kind of person she is? Since we will have a connection, it seems we will be meeting frequently from now on, so I’m looking forward to it.

The next day, the victory ceremony was held. Arriving at the main gate of the Royal Castle, a red carpet was laid out all the way to the entrance, with honor guards lined up on both sides. Trumpets sounded, and we proceeded amidst the cheers of the populace who had crowded around the Royal Castle.

Entering the Great Hall of the Royal Castle, many nobles had already gathered. The ceremony was attended by influential nobles, including the Northern and Southern Ducal families.

Letty came to my side. Since it has been announced that she is my fiancée, it is natural for us to be together in official settings. Flora has a significant role as a Princess, so she acts as a member of the Royal Family.

Eventually, His Majesty King Edgar II entered. Behind him followed the Third and Fourth Princesses. Flora looked at me and smiled.

“Everyone, thank you for gathering. We shall now begin the victory ceremony.” His Majesty’s speech began. “Being attacked by a massive horde totaling two thousand monsters was truly a situation that should be called a national crisis.”

“However, the late Count Waterford staked his life to stall them, and during that time, the Royal Knights provided relief, saving the domain capital Torvaen. Count Waterford truly fulfilled his duty as a noble of the Kingdom.” The eyes of the conservative nobles in the venue moistened.

“And when the monsters saw that it would be difficult to capture Torvaen, which was protected by the Royal Knights and the Waterford Knights, they attacked the neighboring Woodpole territory. However, Baron Woodpole bravely stood against the massive herd of monsters.” Voices praising the Baron rose from the nobles.

“There, William of the Fairchild family rushed to provide aid alongside the daughter of the Cardiff Earl family, his sister, and other companions. Among them were Dwarves and Elves.”

The Great Hall buzzed. It is rare for Dwarves to cooperate with humans, but for Elves, who dislike humans, to cooperate is usually unthinkable.

“Some may wonder why Elves joined the reinforcements. In truth, William Fairchild is the Savior recognized by the World Tree that the Elves protect.”

The gathered nobles buzzed even louder. It is no wonder they are surprised to be suddenly told of a Savior.

“It is in the Royal Family’s legends that a Savior appears when the power of Darkness strengthens. William has created many things with his Production Skill so far, and that too is a power as the Savior.”

“Furthermore, William‘s power is not limited to that. William, come here.” Responding to His Majesty’s call, I teleported in front of him. Cries of surprise spread throughout the Great Hall.

His Majesty nodded with satisfaction. “As you see, William can also use the legendary magic, Teleportation Magic. utilizing that power, he led companions including different races and stopped the massive monster horde.”

When the Northern Lord Lucas shouted “Savior William,” voices rose from here and there. It feels somewhat embarrassing.

“And while Baron Woodpole and William‘s group held back the monsters, Margrave Fairchild, having received my secret order, led his knight order to provide relief.”

“Furthermore, cooperating with the Sheffield Ducal Knight Order, which headed to provide aid on their own judgment, they annihilated the massive monster horde.” The Great Hall went into a frenzy.

“As expected of Margrave Fairchild.” “Lord Lucas is wonderful as well.” “A Savior has appeared. We will not yield to monsters.”

Just as His Majesty intended, everyone is viewing the battle against the monsters positively. As expected of Edgar II, who is called a wise ruler.

“Darkness is a mighty enemy. But we shall never yield. Even if a massive horde of monsters comes again, we shall simply annihilate them as we did this time.” The gathered nobles responded with cheers.