Otome Game Mob Villain

Chapter 424

Curtis Lanmark, a dark elf and former military man from the Kingdom of Renalute.

And his grandchildren, Stein and Raymond, Asuna's older brothers.

A short time has passed since they came to Bardia.

Since the mock battle with Curtis, the children of the Second Order have been calling him "Master Elf" and adoring him, including the captain rank.

Curtis is not too happy to be called that, and their relationship can be said to be good.

Fara was involved in calling him out of Renalute.

After the attack on the workshop in Bardia, the Second Order needed to strengthen its organizational capabilities, but there were no suitable personnel in the territory.

Fara recommended Asuna's grandfather, a former military man in Renalute who had retired, as the best person for the job.

As soon as father gave his approval, the letter was sent to him.

Shortly thereafter, Curtis came to Bardia and told me about his current situation, his objectives, and his future requests.

When I informed him of our current situation, our objectives, and the details of our future request, he accepted the role with a simple "yes".

Incidentally, the mock battle that Curtis had with the second knight captain's children was not what I had in mind; it was just the way it happened.

But in terms of building a relationship, I think it was a good thing that we did.

Curtis is now in the position of "assistant" to me, who is in charge of managing the Second Order.

However, it is a "tentative" decision.

This is because my father has not returned from the Imperial Capital yet.

As soon as my father returns to Bardia, his position in the Second Order will be confirmed.

Originally, when I sent the letter of intent to Curtis, he was already on board with the idea.

The only question left was whether Curtis would get along with me and the other children of the Second Order. I had some doubts about whether Curtis would get along with me and the boys of the Second Order, but I was able to determine through the mock battles and recent exchanges that there would be no problem with that.

Once I informed my father of this, the rest of the conversation would proceed without a hitch.

During these few days of father's absence

Curtis was given a tour of the workshop and the towns of Bardia, starting with a meeting with his Mother.

In addition, he is introduced to the children, including Dainas and Rubens of the First Order and Tisu, a knight who is a candidate for the Second Order.

In doing so, the children and the knights accepted Curtis favorably.

In Bardia, business with Renalute is considerably more active than before, and I've seen quite a few dark elves in the territory who come for sightseeing and trading purposes.

This may be partly thanks to that.

After the guidance of the places and introductions of people that seemed necessary were roughly completed, Curtis' instruction, centered on the children who were squad leaders and vice-captains of the Second Order, also started ahead of the others.

I was able to witness the class, but he surprisingly chose "classroom learning" first in the indoor training area.

"There is a saying in the world that 'man is a reed that thinks,' but does anyone know what that means?"

When the children in the rank of captain tilted their heads, Curtis turned his gaze toward me.

'Master Rid, do you know what it means?"

'Well, man is a reed in nature. In other words, from the larger perspective of nature, people are not so different from the weak and thin grass that grows by the waters. However, people have the ability to think about various things with their minds and break through situations. Therefore, 'the power to think' is the great power given to man. ......, I seem to recall."

When I answered the question, I heard exclamations of admiration leaking from the children of the Knights, "Oh .......

"Master Rid. It is as you say."

Curtis lowered the corners of his eyes and turned his gaze back to the children of the Order.

It is as you have heard. It is true that the combat power of each person's military and magical abilities are very important. However, that alone is not enough to establish an Army ......, or even a "strong Order of Knights." Each and every individual is able to think for themselves and act appropriately. That is what will build a truly strong knighthood with organizational strength."

The children of the Order reacted in a variety of ways, snorting and tilting their heads.

But some of the kids listened to him with great interest, sometimes raising their hands to ask questions.

From that classroom situation, I felt a sense of relief in my heart that I had made the right decision in inviting Curtis to Bardia.

And now.

Under Curtis' guidance, I, Fara, and Mel are learning a certain art in the outdoor training area of the dormitory, under the watchful eye of Deanna and the others.

"This is very difficult to handle,'

I muttered to myself, and then I applied magic power to the cloth in my hand, just as Curtis had taught me.

The cloth was used as a catalyst to create a magic cloth, which was then tested out and made to wag like a whip.

Next, I waved the magic cloth and hit the targets located at a short distance away one after another.

When the target was hit by the magic cloth, it was crushed with a dull sound as if it was struck by a whip.

With some ingenuity, it might be possible to handle it like a slash as well as a blow.

While thinking about this, I concentrated on swinging the magic cloth.

Soon, after hitting all the targets, he muttered to himself, "Okay! and released the magic power applied to the cloth.

'In such a short period of time, I never thought I would be able to handle the 'magic cloth technique' this well,......."

As Curtis watched the whole thing, he lowered the corners of his eyes happily.

Fara, who was standing beside me, nodded her head in reply.

"Curtis is right. I'm like this because I couldn't get the magic granting to work. ......"

The cloth in her hand was torn, perhaps because it couldn't withstand the magical power.

Next to Fara, Mel's cheeks are puffed out as she says, "Mmm .......

The cloth in Mel's hand seems to be unable to be given magic power in the first place, so it seems that no particular change has happened to it.

"It's not fair that only my brother can do it so well!"

"Haha . The only way is to practice this every day."

Mel turned away and ran to Curtis and looked up at him cutely.

The magic cloth art is a kind of 'special magic', right? Then, can you teach it?'

"Oh, I didn't realize you knew about transmission. I've never done it before, but I know what it is and how to do it. I have never done it before, but I might be able to do it."

" ......! Well, then..."

Mel's face lights up, but Curtis shakes his head and interrupts him.

"But even if it were possible, I have no intention of doing it."

What?!"

Mel rolled her eyes, but Curtis continued as if admonishing her.

There is an old saying: "The art of war is a recipe for serious injury. Whatever the martial art or magic, those who deal with it need to have the appropriate knowledge and skills. The reason why Princess and Lady Meldy are not able to use the magic cloth technique at the moment is because they lack the skills to give it magic power.

"Mmm. ......"

Mel puffs out her cheeks again, but Curtis doesn't get it.

"─ And this is not limited to the art of magic cloth. If you want to be able to deal with various kinds of magic in the future, it is even more important. As said earlier, don't 'cheat' and learn your skills diligently."

U......"

Mel, who had been admonished with a gentle but fair argument, had an ill-favored look on her face.

"Heh. Curtis has got you by the short hairs, Mel."

"Mel-chan. I'm not very good at giving magic power yet either, so let's work together."

When Fara spoke softly, Mel nodded "yes" and looked at me.

'I'll work hard together with the princess sister. I'll definitely be better than my brother at the magic cloth technique!"

With that, Mel grabbed the edge of the cloth with one hand and began to dance in a cute twirling motion.

Watching her, I was reminded of the rhythmic gymnastics moves I remembered from my previous life.

If I combine the magic cloth technique and rhythmic gymnastics moves, it could be a surprisingly great martial art.

As I was thinking about this, Diana, who was standing nearby, called out to me, "Master Rid, may I come in?

"Yes" what is it?'

"I received a message l just now that Rainer-sama came back to the main residence by communication magic. He also said that he had something he wanted to talk to you about as soon as possible."

I understand. I'll be on my way right now. Can Curtis come with me? I want to introduce you to my father.

"Yes, of course. I will go get Stein and Raymond."

He answered, bailed and left the place.

After that, we changed our clothes and started moving toward the bookshop where my father was waiting for us.

In addition to the incident of the attack on the workshop, there were disturbing rumors about Bardia circulating in the imperial capital.

I wonder what kind of stories Father has been telling in the capital? Whatever it is, I don't have a very good feeling about it. ......

I was worried, but I kept it to myself so that no one would know about it.