To Efilia’s question, Schnee explained to them about the existence of demons and how they were behind the scenes of controlling the cardinal.
“Demons…It’s written in the history book. The enemy of mankind. For such a thing to make a move…”
“They have mind interference skills, which are considered a taboo. What a troublesome bunch.”
Listening to Schnee’s story, Jeon and Gadras groaned with a grave expression.
Because they knew Cardinal Greyl was a person who didn’t neglect self-training, they seemed to fully realize the nuisances of the mind interference system skills that manipulated him.
Efilia anxiously looked at Schnee.
“With my magic skills, can I oppose them?”
“Even without magic system skills, there are skills that weakens the mind interference. I will hand you the Secret Book, please spread it around as much as possible.”
Up until now, such a skill was hardly needed.
However, when the thought of enemies that relied heavily on mind interference skills, like demons, increased, Schnee handed over the『Secret Book』of support system magic skill to Efilia. Though it was a useless item depending on level differences, she thought it was better than doing nothing.
“Also, the two people who were transposed are also safe.”
“Oh, is that the truth?!”
“What a relief…”
“Though princess and Shin-dono are said to be upper class Chosen Ones, I thought they wouldn’t die easily, no, I’m glad, very glad.”
Jeon, Efilia and Gadras looked like they were relieved to hear the safety of Rionne and Shin.
“As for Cardinal Greyl, he has not been affected by mind interference either. Therefore, I came with him to go here.”
“This time I have troubled you all.”
“No, as Raizar-dono said, it was because you received mind interference; it would be the same if it was us. I would like Cardinal Greyl to serve as a mediator with the church as always.”
“Yes sir, I promise to give more effort.”
The cardinal bowed his head to the King.
Because he was not the cause of the event, there was no significant punishment.
“First of all, we need to manage the information. When people of the castle are confused, they become uneasy.”
“Understood. Raizar-dono, what will you do after this?”
“There is a place I must go. Excuse me.”
Schnee bowed and turned back.
Though it was extremely rude toward a King, no one said anything because it was Schnee.
Jeon, as usual, already turned his head and gave instructions to Gadras.
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“What will we do from now on, Master?”
“We are heading toward the fort city Balmel. Because when Shin and Rionne escape from the Sacred Place, they will be going there.”
After buying food in town, Schnee and Tiera appeared outside the ramparts.
Since Shin had the wagon, they were going to head on foot from here. Schnee and Yuzuha moved by themselves, but Tiera rode on Kagerou’s back, which transformed to just the right size.
Like the blowing winds, Schnee and the rest ran through the road.
With【Hiding】still in effect, and due to the running speed that was incomparable with horses, the merchants and adventurers passing by were plagued with the sudden gust―――.
“Master~! It’s fast! Too fast!”
“G-Gruu…”
Occasionally, they heard such voices too.
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