It was the worst possible outcome.

Everyone is eating barbecue for dinner on the first day at Rittenheim Resort.

If I put on a very nervous face, I would only make the others uneasy, so I returned with Gus and joined everyone for dinner acting like nothing was wrong.

When we were about to eat our dinner, Uncle Dis made an announcement. (Kaelpie: Original text*: Uncle President)

“Before I forget, Ultimate Magicians, are you guys alright?”(Dis)
“What’s the matter, Uncle Dis?”(s.h.i.+n)
“What is it, Father?”(August)
“You guys saved two countries from the devils so far, and I heard that you have defeated quite a few devils while you were fighting.”(Dis)
“That’s right!”(s.h.i.+n)
“Then it is decided. That’s an achievement big enough for a medal, so we decided to create a new medal and award you with it.”(Dis)

Now that I think about it, there was a rumour about that.

But that wasn’t what was worried about. I was more concerned with the gossip about the devils.

“Our child will be decorated with a medal!?”
“That’s amazing!”
“Really… becoming respected … when he began saying he wanted to go to the Advanced Magic Academy, I was wondering how to rehabilitate him…”(Mommy Freed)

Among the parents who are rejoicing, Tony’s mother had different thoughts.

Rehabilitate… Physically…?

“Now that you mention it… Aren’t you forgetting to address something important?”(August)
“What is it?”(Dis)
“When will it be, Father?”(August)
“Oh, that’s right! It will be held about a week after we go back to the capital. Oh, by the way, you don’t have to buy new and fancy clothes. Please attend the ceremony in the battle uniforms you’ve worn during the subjugation. I want to honour your achievements as a team.”(Dis)

With that notice from Uncle Dis, everyone started getting excited again…

Although this was the first time they heard about it, my grandparents seem particularly happy about the medal.

This time it won’t just be me but everyone else will also get decorated, so grandpa and grandma didn’t say anything in opposition.

But… if there is such a decoration, won’t that trend grow Gus and I are worrying about get a lot stronger?

It seems Gus is thinking same thing as I am. He nodded when our eyes met, and we walked toward Uncle Dis.

“Father, may I have a word?”(August)
“You could be a bit friendlier towards me, couldn’t you?”(Dis)
“There are more important things than that right now.”(August)
“For such a thing…”(Dis)

Uncle Dis seems to be slightly lonely, but I can’t help him this time because of the pressing matter at hand.

While making sure others couldn’t hear our conversation, Gus told Uncle Dis about our concerns.

“I see… I heard that such misunderstandings are spreading among the citizens as you guys overwhelmed…”(Dis)
“Even the weakest of devils are strong. The Swedes Kingdom was fighting a totally disadvantageous battle until we arrived is proof in and of itself. If a devil is misunderstood as being weak and someone tries to carelessly slay it…”(s.h.i.+n)
“They will receive a painful backlash?”(Dis)

It seems that the street gossip has not reached the higher ups of the country yet.

However, if that rumour that has been floating around the kingdom reaches the ears of the soldiers in lower positions who usually go out to tow

ns…

If that mindset spreads throughout the military, there may be someone who will try to subjugate a devil by themselves if they appear.

This belief may be further strengthened with this decoration.

I would like Uncle Dis to warn the military, so people don’t try to subjugate a devil for merit since it is very dangerous.

“I understand, I will tell the military this: “This time there was an extraordinary being named s.h.i.+n Walford who could slay the devils. Do not misunderstand that as the devils being weak.””(Dis)
“There are parts that worry me a bit, but… that is the gist of it.”(s.h.i.+n)

Will this be okay? I think the Swedes kingdom soldiers, who actually opposed the devils, have realized their strength. But what about Earlshyde Kingdom’s soldiers?

I heard that Stromm was seen at the site where the Empire’s army was annihilated.

However, he wasn’t seen during the devil attacks.

I hope Uncle Dis will listen to our advice.

Also, I don’t know how Els and Ys will react.

If the devils are not perceived as a big deal, they may say that they don’t need the alliance.

If that happens, the small countries in the vicinity of Earlshyde and the former empire will be in big trouble.

There is also a possibility that the other side will grasp the initiative.

…We might have no choice but to rely on Gus’ wickedness…

Really… we knock down the devils, and it just creates another problem that we’ll have to deal with… I guess we are already dealing with it to some extent. (Kaelpie: If you think regular politics are complicated, try reading google translated fictional j.a.panese swords and magic world politics.)

“s.h.i.+n, what happened?”(Sicily)

After finis.h.i.+ng the meal and returning to the cottage, Sicily asked me that while giving me a cup of tea.

“…Was I making a strange face?”(s.h.i.+n)
“Rather than a strange face… It was more like a troubled face?”(Sicily)

She put the tea down on the table and sat next to me.

“If you have any worries, would you please share them with me? I want to help s.h.i.+n even if it is just a little.”(Sicily)

She told me while gently holding my hand.

“…That’s right, it’s pointless if I worry about it by myself.”(s.h.i.+n)
“Is it horrible enough for s.h.i.+n to be troubled?”(Sicily)
“No… it’s better to say that it is troublesome rather than horrible.”(s.h.i.+n)

Despite the fact that Grandma and Grandpa were watching us, I told her the same concerns I told Gus and Uncle Dis.

“Well … I guess the problem is to what extent will it go.”(Merlin)
“It’s also difficult to resolve.”(Melinda)

When I explained the situation, Grandpa and Grandma held a serious face.

“Did… did we do something unnecessary?”(Sicily)
“It is very foolish of you to think that way. If you didn’t defeat the devils then, several countries would’ve probably been destroyed.”(Melinda)
“Well, it isn’t good to worry about it too much.”(s.h.i.+n)
“I’ve also heard that rumour frequently in the short time we were shopping, so we should a.s.sume that it’s considerably widespread.”(Merlin)
“By the way, wasn’t grandma listening when we went out shopping?”(s.h.i.+n)
“I wasn’t listening to other people’s conversations since my head was filled with swimsuits. I was buying swimsuits for the first time in quite a while, so I got too excited.”(Melinda)
“……”

I heard something very unnecessary.

“Still… Something like that shouldn’t influence the talks between the three powers.”(Merlin)

“The alliance won’t form if one of the powers is very vain.”(Melinda)

So there a problem after all.

The devils have already attacked neighbouring countries twice. It is quite obvious they plan to invade other countries.

If possible, I want to strike before they do such a thing.

For that to happen, alliance between the three powers is essential, but… aside from Earlshyde, Els and Ys will have to gain something out of it.

This goes especially for Els: a country of merchants. If they judge that there is no advantage for them, they may not establish an alliance.

…I’d like to believe that they won’t do something as avaricious as that during a world crisis…

“Wow…” (Sicily)
“It’s becoming quite a serious situation…” (Merlin)

In the end, although I confessed my troubles, no one could not arrive at any particular solution. It seems I have no choice but to bet on Gus’ wickedness.

Why is it like this?

“I have to rely on Gus again…”(s.h.i.+n)
“Do you have to carry the burden all by yourself?”(Sicily)

Coincidentally, it seems Sicily also came to the cottage’s balcony to cool down after that unsuccessful discussion.

“What do you mean?”(s.h.i.+n)

“I mean everyone has their own role. Wasn’t Grandma saying something along those lines as well? s.h.i.+n’s magic tools will be sold through the work of my older brother and Glenn-san, so s.h.i.+n will make money and doesn’t have to think too much about it.”(Sicily)

“Oh… You mean having the right person in the right place?”(s.h.i.+n)

“To be honest, I believe the only one who could match Stromm is s.h.i.+n, so s.h.i.+n should just think about defeating the enemy in front of him. I think that it would be smart to leave the rest of the problems to someone who’s good at handling it.”(Sicily)
“I don’t want to trouble the others…”(s.h.i.+n)
“Negotiations with other countries are a specialty of His Highness. If s.h.i.+n tried to get involved in the discussion, His Highness will likely get angry.”(Sicily)

“Yeah, it certainly seems like he’s telling me not to mess around in his territory.” (s.h.i.+n)

It feels like Gus really wants to send that message.

“We aren’t very reliable yet… but we are all trying our best to let s.h.i.+n depend on us.”(Sicily)
“Is that so?”(s.h.i.+n)

I had no idea that they felt that way…

“I also want you to depend on me for healing someday.”(Sicily)
“Yeah… I hope that I will have to rely on you for that someday.”(s.h.i.+n)
“Yes, so please teach me how.”(Sicily)

Sicily is wearing a dazzling smile as she said so… I’m so glad that I don’t have to shoulder this alone…

“Ah…”(Sicily)

By the time I noticed what I was doing, I had embraced Sicily.

“Thank you Sicily… “(s.h.i.+n)
“Don’t mention it. It is better now that the burden on s.h.i.+n’s heart was reduced.”(Sicily)
“Didn’t you heal my heart?”(s.h.i.+n)
“Huh, it’s my responsibility to cure s.h.i.+n’s heart so don’t give it to anyone else ok?”(Sicily)
“Yeah… please.”(s.h.i.+n)
“Yes, It’s been entrusted to me.”(Sicily)

I stare at Sicily up close.

And…
.

.
My grandmother told us we should come back to the living room.
“…The bedrooms are different.”(Sicily)
“… I see?”(s.h.i.+n)
“Haauu…”(Sicily)

I was getting really excited, but my grandmother poured cold water on me with that comment.

After that, we slept in our own bedrooms.

“Ha… I don’t want to go home…”(Sylvia)
“It seems like it…”(s.h.i.+n)

Because I played with the research society members yesterday, so today, I’m hanging out with the Claude family.

Speaking of the others, they seem to love beach volleyball so much that they taught it to their family members and are now playing it with them.

It looks like they’re holding a tournament or something…

Meanwhile, Cecilia and Sylvia are relaxing on deck chairs in their swimsuits because they are tired after running around the Kingdom working for the magic division. They have been suppressing the increasing number of demons and now that they are enjoying the vacation to the point that they don’t even want to move.

They really do give off a “Nee-san on vacation” vibe.

“It seems like the most important thing for you is to relax.”(s.h.i.+n)
“Because we rarely get to come to the Rittenheim Resort, if you don’t fully enjoy it, it’s your loss.”(Cecilia)
“Really? You rarely come even if you’re a daughter of n.o.bility?”(s.h.i.+n)
“Our parent’s house is certainly a part of the n.o.bility, but we are already independent. To put it simply, if we want to go on vacation we have to pay for it ourselves.”(Sylvia)
“The magic division certainly gives higher wages than an ordinary business but being able to afford to go the Rittenheim Resort is a different matter entirely.”(Cecilia)
“I’ll never forget the envy in everyone’s eyes when I told them about my vacation.”(Sylvia)

Sylvia trembled a bit after saying that.

…In polite terms… An S? (Kaelpie: If you don’t know what S means I’m not gonna tell ya)

“Yeah… I don’t want to go home!”(Cecilia)
“What are you talking about, Cecilia?”(Irene)
“Mother!?”(Cecilia)

Irene suddenly appeared wearing a black bikini, and Cecilia began to sweat furiously.

“I think I just heard something… Inexcusable…”(Irene)
“It must’ve been your imagination!”(Cecilia)
“That’s right!”(Sylvia)
“Is that so?”(Irene)
“”Yes! Yes!””(S,C)
“It’s good to relax while on vacation, but it’s not okay to relax too much and neglect one’s duties.”(Irene)
“Yes! We understand!”(Cecilia)

They’re perfectly synchronized.

“In that aspect, s.h.i.+n-kun sure is amazing already getting his second decoration at such a young age.”(Irene)
“I don’t remember doing anything so exaggerated by myself.”(s.h.i.+n)
“It is also wonderful that you don’t get arrogant because of your achievements. I’m truly happy to be able to marry Sicily off to such a wonderful man.”(Irene)
“We aren’t married yet…”(s.h.i.+n)
“About that. I consulted with her father and when this turmoil is over, we’ll hold the ceremony.”(Irene)
“”Huh!?””(S,S,C)

Did I just hear something very amazing? Wasn’t it supposed to be held after graduation?

“By resolving this disturbance, s.h.i.+n-kun will be this country’s… No. This world’s hero.”(Irene)
“Even now, s.h.i.+n’s popularity in the magic division is astounding.”(Sylvia)
“The scale will be completely different. Since such a person is her partner, you can hold the ceremony even sooner and your income will also be increasing from now on.”(Irene)
“Oh, so sharing the carriage and cottage was so we would get accustomed to it?”(s.h.i.+n)
“Yes! I talked to Melinda-sama and we arranged Sicily to sleep in the same cottage as you, so she can get used to the Walford family.”(Irene)

Grandma approved it as well?

What about Grandpa… Oops, let’s not go there.

“What about the Higher Magic Academy? We’re still students…”(s.h.i.+n)
“That doesn’t matter because at the time you enroll you legally become an adult. There are many cases of people getting married while attending.”(Irene)
“Really?”(s.h.i.+n)

I forgot about that. We were treated as children during this trip because we had our parents accompany us.

“The main reason for marrying after graduating the academy is because of the financial burden on students. However, with the patent on formal communication equipment for the kingdom and s.h.i.+n’s company, s.h.i.+n-kun’s income will be quite stable won’t it?”(Irene)
“Yes, well…(s.h.i.+n)
“An unbelievable sum of money…”(Cecilia)
“I wonder just how much…?”(Sylvia)
“So, there is no reason not to hold an honest ceremony.”(Irene)
“Ha, I understand.”(s.h.i.+n)

Speaking of, Sicily has been quiet for a while now.

As I pondered that, I looked at Sicily…

“…Ha”(Sicily)

Something happened to her.

“The wife of a wealthy hero…”(Sylvia)
“How enviable…”(Cecilia)

My sisters-in-law were envious. (Kaelpie: Gold digger much?)

They are the ones who said I will marry Sicily!

I guess that’s the final seal of approval?

“You two should find a suitable husband soon as well.”(Irene)
“I want to as well… but …”(Sylvia)
“No one can compare to this superior suitor… “(Cecilia)
“s.h.i.+n-kun is a special individual rather than a superior individual. He is the grandson of a hero, and he is a hero himself. At the same time, he is not arrogant and he is a genius talent at inventing magic tools. That sort of existence is not superior… It’s more like a joke.”(Irene)

My existence was designated as a joke…

“A person who can compete with someone like that… There might only be Prince Augusto?”(Sylvia) (Kaelpie: A HA HA HA HA HA HA HA…)
“…That’s right.”(Cecilia)
“Indeed, however, you have to be realistic.”(Irene)
“True.”(Sylvia)

I would like for my sisters-in-law to find a nice person to be their husband.

Because I don’t know how Sicily and I would respond if they became envious of our relations.h.i.+p…

“By the way, s.h.i.+n-kun, this may be sudden but have you decided on a church? If not, you should decide on one as soon as possible.”(Irene)
“As a matter of fact, there is already a place I asked Gus to reserve.”(s.h.i.+n)
“Oh, so you have already deciding on a church. So? Which church did you ask to reserve?”(Irene)
“The Earlshyde Cathedral.”(s.h.i.+n)
“……Huh?” (Irene)
“I asked Gus and he said it was ok.”(s.h.i.+n)
“Whaaaaaaaat!?”(C,S,I)

The scream of my mother-in-law and sisters-in-law rang out.

“Wait, is that… Is that true?”(Irene)
“Well, I just need to decide when it will be, so I can schedule it.”(s.h.i.+n)

Because I had time while preparing for the trip, I asked Gus to reserve it for me, but he told me that I had to get acknowledged by the priest.

“A wedding ceremony at Earlshyde Cathedral…”(Cecilia)
“Really enviable…”(Sylvia)
“Isn’t it? So far only royalties have had weddings there…”(Irene)
“Is that so? It’s lucky that I’m on good terms with Gus then.”(s.h.i.+n)

It’s nice to experience the privilege of royalty once in awhile.

“I don’t think that’s all there is to it…”(Irene)
“s.h.i.+n… Earlshyde Cathedral…”(Sicily)

Oh, Sicily finally returned to reality.

“When you saw a wedding ceremony at the Dahm Cathedral, we made a promise, so I asked Gus behind your back. Should I apologize for that?”(s.h.i.+n)

I decided the church without considering her feelings. If she doesn’t like that, I will end up owing Gus a favour for nothing.

Sicily then shook her head and hugged me.

“Please don’t apologize… I’m delighted… and if it’s you I have a feeling it could really happen.”(Sicily)
“I’m glad you’re happy about the arrangement. With the ceremony decided, let’s try our best to defeat the devils.”(s.h.i.+n)
“Yes!”(Sicily) (Kaelpie: Forget raising a flag. They’re waving it around like they’ve just conquered a fortress)

Sicily replied with a full smile.

Was the surprise a success?

Irene-san was looking at us warmly and my sisters-in-law had complicated faces filled with envy.

By the way, what about Cecil-san and Royce-san?

“As expected of Merlin-sama. Attracting everyone’s attention with such a move.”(Royce)
“But to look like that… Doesn’t Melinda get angry?”(Cecil)
“Don’t you think an eagle will stand out? Melinda doesn’t mind because she knows that eagles will turn black when they come to the sea in summer, don’t they?”(Merlin) (Kaelpie: Suddenly: Eagles! Did Merlin turn into Gandalf while we weren’t looking or something?)

…What are you doing…

“…What on earth are you doing?”(Irene)
“Oh? No! Irene, this is…”(Cecil)
“Oh, yes! Mother! I was given fantastic advice by Merlin-sama!”(Royce)
“And just as s.h.i.+n-kun told me some wonderful news…”(Irene)

Oh, Irene’s trembling…

“What are you trying to do in front of your future son/brother-in-law? Please be honest!”(Irene)
“No, no… we’re just lying on the sand warmed up by the sun…”(Cecil)
“Apologize!”(Irene)
“”Yes!”” (C,R)

Irene began to lecture my father-in-law and brother-in-law, so Sicily and I left.

Grandpa seems to be going fis.h.i.+ng with the lure I gave him.

“Ha… Irene-san is a terrifying force…”(s.h.i.+n)
“Since I can remember, I was more afraid of making my mother angry rather than my father…”(Sicily)
“Is something wrong Sicily?”(s.h.i.+n)
“There was a time when… I remember… She wouldn’t yell, however, she would instead be angry in silence… the dread never left…”(Sicily)

As she said that, she clung to my arm.

She’s slightly s.h.i.+vering… was it that scary?

“I was often scolded by Grandma as well.”(s.h.i.+n)
“Oh… I can imagine that.”(Sicily)
“Ouch…That was mean wasn’t it?”(s.h.i.+n)
“Fuhu… haha, I’m sorry!”(Sicily)

Laughing crazily, she ran away from me.

“Wait a moment!”(s.h.i.+n)
“Kyaa!”(Sicily)
“What are you two up to in a place like this?”(Maria)

It seems that I have arrived at the site of the beach volleyball compet.i.tion while chasing Sicily.

“Good heavens… This is quite the spectacle…”(Sicily)
“Yeah, no one can stop the Crown Prince’s Thunder G.o.d Shot…”(Yuri)
“Thunder G.o.d Shot…”(s.h.i.+n)

As we were talking, Gus jumped up high with body strengthening magic then smashed the ball with thunder magic.

The beach ball, clad in lightning, darted into the opposing court with an irregular and frightening power.

“Rin’s Wind G.o.d Shot is also unstoppable.”(Yuri)
“Wind G.o.d Shot…”(s.h.i.+n)

This time, Rin launched an attack with wind magic.

The beach ball, accelerated by the force of the wind, pierced the opponent’s court at a blinding speed.

“There were no techniques like that yesterday.”(s.h.i.+n)
“Alice tried an attack clad in fire… And, well…”(Maria)
“It’s time! Eat this! Flame Tornado!”(Alice)

Alice yelled while applying the composite magic of fire and wind on the beach ball. The ball flew in a spiral pattern.

“I won’t let you! Water Block!”(Tony)

Tony blocked the ball with his arms enveloped in water to avoid getting hurt from the ball.

“Bulls.h.i.+t!”(Alice)
“Leave it to me!”(Olivia)

Olivia strengthened her body and leapt from her position to pick up the returned ball.

“Julius!”(Thor)
“NUUUAAAA! Powerbomb!”(Julius)

Julius struck Thor’s toss with a full power body reinforcement. He pierced through the block and landed in the opponent’s court.

“Don’t get carried away, Julius.”(August)
“I’m sorry but on the court it doesn’t matter if you are the Crown Prince.”(Julius)
“Well said. In that case, I shall answer this provocation with my all.”(August)
“Haha, are you getting serious now?”(Julius)
“Now it’s my turn!”(August)
“Look out!”(Thor)

…What is this?

“Wasn’t this supposed to be a family tournament?”(s.h.i.+n)
“Such a sport isn’t for everyone. The family members already retired.”(Maria)
“Why aren’t Yuri and Maria playing as well?”(Sicily)
“It’s a 4v4 so we’re waiting for our turn.”(Yuri)

…Everyone got too much into it!

Well… I was able to spend a pleasant vacation while creating a new game and spending time with the team members’ family.

“*Yawns*”(s.h.i.+n)

We stayed at the Rittenheim Resort for 3 nights until the vacation was over.

Sicily and I couldn’t sleep in the same bedroom because Grandma was keeping a close eye on us.

It’s a pity, but we stayed for three nights and Sicily seems to have gotten somewhat accustomed to living with us.

My Grandma liked her from the start, and Grandpa and I acted like having Sicily around was natural.

I will return to the Royal Capital by a carriage, but as soon as I get home there will be a decorating ceremony.

And now everyone from the Ultimate Magicians is famous too?

Should I slowly start teaching them Gate?

When you’re famous, walking around the city becomes very hard…

I had to disguise myself with optical camouflage many times while shopping in town. If I didn’t do that, I would’ve probably gotten swarmed.

I don’t really want to use optical camouflage magic because it’s dangerous.

Because I can’t see myself and others can’t see me, b.u.mping into people is unavoidable.

Because they mostly can’t understand optical camouflage magic, Gate might even be easier to learn since Grandpa figured it out on his own.

With the battles against the devils and the magic volleyball, the groundwork is already laid out.

When I informed everyone, Rin was particularly happy.

“The time has come at last. I will do my best to remember.”(Rin)

Her breathing began turning very rough.

“Where are you going to teach us?”(August)
“First, I would like to work on the image. Can I use the laboratory in the academy?”(s.h.i.+n)

While it’s long vacation, the activities of study groups are of course allowed to continue. Since the school was still on leave, after the decoration ceremony everyone decided to practice Gate there.

Three days after returning to the Royal Capital and the fatigue from the trip healed, we  a.s.sembled at the Royal Palace.

Because everyone will be decorated this time, Grandpa and Grandma will join the other relatives.

“It’s finally time…”(Maria)
“Ha… I’m so nervous.”(Sicily)
“I’m ok this time because everyone’s with me. Last time I was alone.”(s.h.i.+n) (Kaelpie: I’ve never seen anyone brag like that before)

“You must’ve barely survived…”(Maria)

Sicily and Maria joined us at my house and the three of us boarded a carriage and headed straight for the Royal Castle.

Because I overcame this stress alone once before, I’m much calmer than Sicily and Maria.

We arrived at the Royal Palace at the same time as another carriage.

“H-h-hey everyone! Go-go-go-good mo-morning!”(Alice)
“You’re too tense, Alice.”(s.h.i.+n)
“Don’t say something like that so casually! Isn’t this a decorating ceremony? Some people spend their whole lives dreaming about it!”(Alice)
“That’s right… But if you’re impatient, you won’t get decorated…”(s.h.i.+n)
“I will relax a little!”(Alice)

Everyone from the team arrived one after another.

Although I had the chance to visit the Royal Palace quite a bit recently, this time it’s a decorating ceremony. Would it be unreasonable not to get nervous?

“Well, today is the decorating ceremony, but after this will come really hard work.”(August)

Gus is already in the waiting room because he lives in the Royal Palace.

“After?”(Alice)
“A mob will approach you, especially if you are single, so be careful not to get caught up with some weird guy.”(August)
“Of course!”(M,A,Y)
“I don’t particularly want a boyfriend.”(Rin)

When you receive a decoration, a shallow person will appear…

Maria should especially be careful considering the fact that she quite clearly expressed her desire for a boyfriend.

Rin remains the same as usual.

I wonder what will happen to school after the vacation ends.

Won’t people swarm it?

Will Mark and Olivia be all right?

I warned Gus about that future…

“Ultimate Magicians, it’s time… “(Soldier Jeff)

Finally a soldier came to pick us up.

Everyone seems to have reached a peak of tension.

Olivia has a somewhat troubled face…

However it can’t be helped since we’ve already come this far. We arrived to the venue while being led by the soldier that picked us up.

While I was waiting in front of the door, I could hear a voice from the inside.

“The heroes who have saved not only Earlshyde but many other nations! The Ultimate Magicians have arrived!”(Announcer)

After that loud declaration, the door opened.

Like last time, the aristocrats, civil servants, and military officials welcomed us with an applause.

Everyone except Gus was caught in the atmosphere.

“Let’s go.”(August)

Everybody returned to their sense when Gus started walking.

Gus was here today as a member of Ultimate Magicians. May and Aunt Julia were near the throne.

“The entrance of His Majesty, Diseum von Earlshyde!”(Announcer)

Everyone present knelt as Uncle Dis appeared.

“I am pleased to be able to honour the heroes who appeared in Earlshyde today. This time, their achievements are unparalleled in history, so a special medal was prepared this time.”(Dis)

The quiet people were stirred up in an instant.

“Ultimate Magicians, you will be awarded the “Golden Dragon Medal””(Dis)

As soon as Uncle Dis declared that, everyone in attendance let out surprised cries.

There was such a loud uproar because the golden dragon is the symbol drawn on the national flag of the Earlshyde Kingdom.

We were decorated with a medal that bears the same name as that golden dragon.

There is probably no greater glory for the people of the Earlshyde Kingdom.

I have been in Earlshyde for only a few months, so I’m not completely sure, but…

By the way… Dragons… Dragons are a fantasy creature that don’t actually exist.

Even though this world has magic… I wanted to see a dragon…

“Now then, to grant everyone their medal.”(Dis)

After the declaration, the name will be called in order, and the medal will be received from Uncle Dis.

Everyone was stiff and Alice’s arms and legs were glued to her body.

One by one, as our names are called, we stepped up and received our medal from Uncle Dis. Gus was the second to last one to be called.

“You have become a fine man Augusto. I can rest easy leaving the country in your hands.”(Dis)

“Why would you say that? If it’s you father, you can still do a lot more. I hope you continue to do your best in the future.”(August)
“Augusto…”(Dis)

Uncle Dis is deeply impressed by Gus’ words, but they probably held a different meaning to Gus.

I think it’s because after Gus takes the throne his freedom will disappear.

And for some reason, I was called last.

“This is your second decoration in just a few months. That has never happened before in the Kingdom’s history. A truly splendid achievement.”(Dis)
“I’m very grateful.”(s.h.i.+n)

In accordance with Uncle Dis being a King, I respond like a subordinate.

And now I will receive my medal… Or so it was supposed to go.

“s.h.i.+n Walford has become the King of the Wizards and unprecedented in this world. Therefore I give him the t.i.tle of “Demon King”. This is the birth of Demon King s.h.i.+n!”(Dis)

……

WHAAAAAAAAT!!!

What is this!? How did this happen!? Why does Uncle Dis know about that…

Aaaah! Gus!? Gus told uncle Dis!?

When I turned around and looked at Gus, his face was trembling.

He’s holding in a laugh!

How… such a thing!?

So Gus was behind this whole thing…

These pose is an exact copy of another ill.u.s.tration from earlier in the novel and the faces are more or less the same except exagerrated in this one. It’s in one of the vol4 chapters before i picked this series up. Idk which one.

“Ooooooooooo!”

A huge cheer suddenly arose from the attendees.

Because it was so abrupt, I couldn’t object!

“Demon King s.h.i.+n!”
“To be given a t.i.tle at such a young age!”
“Demon King! Demon King! Demon King!”

Everyone was repeatedly chanting: “Demon King.”

Please stop! Don’t call me by that name!

I’m begging you…

Mercy…

Translator: Kaelpie

Editor: ConformChild

Proofreader: MeYu