To become a king and a magician

"No way!"

I have a feeling it will happen!

"Just wash it! You're being too extravagant, teacher, to throw it away just because I wore it!"

"It's really hard to accept psychologically!" Aozaki Touko snatched the coat and stuffed it into the trash can, then pulled out a napkin to wipe her hands. "Okay, that's it. Let's leave it at that. I'll go buy a new one later."

"Getting back to the main topic, regarding research on summoning magic... your research direction seems feasible to me. As long as three problems are overcome, it can definitely be written into a paper and published, which is more than enough for a priesthood."

Three questions?

Xia Chuanhu frowned: "Specifically, which three questions are they?"

Holding up three fingers, Aozaki Touko listed: "First, the mental impact. You yourself said that because fairy components have mixed into your body, your mind will be affected. It's not clear yet whether prolonged possession will cause mental disorder, but in any case, it's not a good thing. If your mind is affected by the fairy, then it will be troublesome."

"Hmm...then this problem can be removed."

"why?"

"Well... not to brag, but mentally, I shouldn't be affected. Because of certain experiences during the Holy Grail War, my spirit has been thoroughly tempered between life and death."

Do you even understand the true value of "the will of steel"?

Although she didn't know why Natsukawa Tora was so confident, since he had said so himself, Aozaki Touko decided not to say anything more—at worst, he could take responsibility if something happened to him later.

"The second point is the instability of summoning magic. This is actually a problem with summoning magic itself. You can't consistently summon a certain type of fairy, which makes this method of use not very practical."

"Hmm... If we could use a more specific concept, we should be able to perform targeted summoning."

“I think the key is that ‘element,’ which should be the crucial element for summoning,” Aozaki Touko stated her thoughts. “This element couldn’t have been set up by Aleister for no reason; it must be related to the summoning magic itself. Haven’t you researched it yourself?”

"Well, to be honest, I only fully understood the principles of summoning magic about half a year ago, and I haven't gone into the details yet."

This answer left Aozaki Touko speechless.

Trying to use a completely new method when you've only just learned a magic trick? That's not just taking a big step, that's trying to reach the sky in one fell swoop!

"Sometimes you say things that really surprise me. Could it be that you're actually quite carefree by nature?"

"Really?" Natsukawa Tora scratched his head and chuckled. "But, if that's how it is, teacher, then I'll study the elements more carefully later. And what about the third point?"

"clothing."

“I see. This is indeed a very serious problem—no, it should be the most serious problem. If I’m not handled properly, I’ll suffer social death. We have to find a solution. It’s even a higher priority than targeted summoning.”

Looking at Natsukawa Torama, who was deep in thought with a serious expression, Aozaki Touko couldn't help but feel a little helpless towards her disciple.

The most important point is considered unimportant, while the most unimportant point is actually valued the most; they don't distinguish between what's important and what's not.

(No, I should say that we have different perceptions of the importance of things. Although my perspective is broader than his, the places he can see are farther and higher than mine.)

Leaning back in her chair, Aozaki Touko tapped the table: "Alright, that's enough for the discussion. I'm thirsty, get me a cup of coffee, Tora."

"Teacher, why don't you pour it yourself?"

"Then what use is a disciple like you to me? Hurry up and go."

"Yes Yes Yes."

With a helpless shrug, Natsukawa Tora walked to the coffee machine and poured a cup for himself and Aozaki Touko.

"Also, Tiger, I think it would be better to give it a name, as this would also be beneficial for patent applications."

"A name?"

After taking a sip of coffee, Natsukawa Torato thought for a moment and said, "Then... [Fairy Armament], what do you think, teacher?"

"So corny, such a chuunibyou (middle school syndrome)."

"Then you do it!"

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Meanwhile, in a roadside café in London.

"Hmm, I see. Using summoning magic on oneself? I never expected our King to have figured out this method. It's the first time I've ever heard of it."

Stirring her cup, Mary held her phone between her shoulder and shoulder, then added a sugar cube to her coffee.

"So, what do you think of this method of use, Morgan?"

To put it bluntly, it's good for him. It's a very direct way to enhance his combat power, a fairly effective method for becoming stronger, although there are still many shortcomings that need improvement. But with you here, there shouldn't be any worries.

"Oh dear, they never said they wanted to help improve summoning magic. That's not my area of ​​expertise. It would be better to let King Solomon do it."

That Grand Master... I've only heard of him, but he should be the kind of person who observes everything from the sidelines.

"So, it's best to let His Majesty do the work himself."

What are your duties as a court magician?

Morgan's question made Mary chuckle softly. "Of course I know my duty. I will do my best to fulfill His Majesty's requests, but as you know, my king will never ask for help unless he is completely powerless, so..."

【so?】

"I'm really looking forward to seeing the adorable expression on Your Majesty's face when you're forced to bow down to me, suppressing your humiliation and resentment!"

Are you a pervert?

“Do you have the right to talk to me like that?” Meryl laughed. “By the way, I’m quite interested in what you just said about His Majesty the King’s naked body. You must have taken pictures, right? Can I have a few?”

[I didn't take any pictures, do you think I'm like you?]

"Hey~~~~ Why is that? I thought an old lady like you would definitely take some pictures to motivate yourself after seeing such a young and strong body."

Go to hell, you perverted nightmare!

Following this angry outburst, a busy signal came from the phone.

"Sigh, why did it hang up? I wanted to tease her a little longer—she definitely took the picture."

After putting down her phone, Mary smiled and looked out the window.

"However... Hmph, my king is quite remarkable for coming up with another way to use magic. I'll give him a real reward later."

33. Reines: My dear Onii-chan!

Two days later—five days after Meryl sent a letter informing Kenneth of his upcoming trip to Japan.

In front of the station in Kanbushi City.

"The information said it would arrive around 12 o'clock, which is about three or four minutes away, perfect timing."

Natsukawa Tora glanced at the clock standing at the crossroads not far away and breathed a slight sigh of relief.

Last night, while washing the dishes after dinner, Kenneth, who was far away in London, suddenly sent him a message saying that he would be visiting the Grand Doll Master the next day and would also take his unworthy apprentice back with him.

To welcome his mentor, Natsukawa Tiger came to the station to wait in advance—of course, he himself did not want Kenneth to come at all; if possible, he would even like to send Kenneth back to his country directly.

"But it really surprised me."

Suddenly, Aozaki Touko spoke up from behind Natsukawa Tora.

"I didn't expect that Lord El-Melloi would actually use a cell phone? Didn't the Clock Tower not even have any power cords?"

Most magicians vehemently dislike modern technology. For example, when it comes to long-distance communication, they prefer telephony magic to the simplicity and convenience of a mobile phone. In their own words, "This better highlights the magician's nobility and superiority."

In their eyes, carrying such a large metal box was simply unladylike.

Kenneth initially shared this view, and the reason he started using a cell phone to send messages and make calls was purely because he was forced into it by Natsukawa Tora.

Because Natsukawa Tora was already used to using a mobile phone, he didn't pay much attention to information outside of his phone. This meant that Kenneth, who used to contact him by letter, would often take more than half a month to receive a reply. Even if Grey would help Natsukawa Tora collect the letters, he would just throw them on the table and wait until he had some free time to read them.

After this happened dozens of times, Kenneth had no choice but to comply with Natsukawa Tora's wishes, no matter how unwilling he was—although he personally praised the method after actually using it.

"Looking at it this way, your teacher really spoils you."

"Mr. Kenneth was indeed a good teacher. Not just me, probably all the students he taught would think so. He was truly an excellent teacher."

Even Weber, who was once extremely hostile to Kenneth, has now changed his opinion of Kenneth.

"Although I probably wouldn't get along with him very well, after all, I probably wouldn't be able to be a complete magician."

"That's true."

After spending more than half a year together, Aozaki Touko had come to know more about Natsukawa Torato. Although he walked the path of magic, his personality and mindset made him unsuitable to be a magician. This was a common trait among most people who became magicians later in life.

Long-held beliefs are not so easily changed.

"Isn't it about time?" Aozaki Touko glanced at the time. "It's past midnight."

"Okay, then—"

"Oh my? Isn't that my dear sworn brother!"

A clear, childlike voice suddenly rang out behind him. Xia Chuanhu turned around immediately and saw a cute little girl waving at him from the station not far away. Beside her stood a blond man with a cold expression.

The little girl ran up to Xia Chuanhu and slightly lifted her skirt: "Long time no see, my dear sworn brother, do you still remember me?"

“How could I not remember? It’s been a long time, Ms. Reines—and also, I’m not your sworn brother.” Touching Reines’s hair, Natsukawa Torato turned his gaze to Kenneth, who was walking towards him, and bowed slightly: “Teacher, thank you for coming all the way to Japan.”

“If you could save me the trouble, I wouldn’t have had to come here in person.”

After giving Natsukawa Torata a somewhat disgruntled glare, Kenneth looked at Aozaki Touko standing behind Natsukawa Torata: "Nice to meet you, Miss Aozaki. I've long admired the name of the Grand Puppeteer. It's an honor to meet you today."

“I am the current monarch, Kenneth El-Melloi Archibald.”

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After picking up Kenneth and Reines and settling their luggage at the hotel, the group rode in Aozaki Touko's car to Garan no Dou.

After entering the workshop and sitting down on the sofa, Kenneth opened the briefcase he always carried with him and took out an exquisite box: "Lord Aozaki, please accept this. My foolish disciple must have caused you considerable trouble over the past six months. This is a token of my gratitude."

"No, no, no, you're too kind. I'm the one who caused him a lot of trouble, and he usually takes good care of me."

After all, Natsukawa Tora basically cooks all three meals a day, and if it weren't for the recent purchase of a washing machine, he would probably still be the one doing the laundry. If we have to point out any trouble, it's definitely Aozaki Touko who's creating the trouble.

Despite saying that, Aozaki Touko naturally accepted Kenneth's gift and opened it to find three gems of different colors inside.

"Teacher, what are these gems?"

"I selected the best of the several finest pieces recently mined by the Minerals Department, each worth millions."

Good heavens, he pulled out three gems that could sell for a million dollars in one go! Is this the monarch of the Mineral Department? He's really generous! Rin Tohsaka would probably be green with envy if she saw this.

(Wow, they're really rich and powerful...)