Chapter 3: The capital Pyther Hold
[Pyther Hold Capital]
Inside those towering city walls are bustling streets filled with people. The houses here are much larger and taller than the houses in Bell village. Along the street there are also stalls selling things I have never seen before. There are also carriages that don't require horses to pull them. I've heard of them before. What are they called? Oh yes, it's "car". Everyone here wears elegant, formal clothes. That's great! I wish Uncle Karl and everyone were here to get this.
- The student selection contest will start at 3pm this afternoon. It's only 8pm now so it's still very early. Oh, you're just here for the first time, right? Do you want to go sightseeing a bit... - Luryas said to me as he read the notice. -
- Of course! There are so many cool things like this! -
[Reina notices a bakery opening with small, colorful maccaroni cakes placed in glass cases. She happily ran over there to take a look, but Luryas grabbed her collar and pulled her back.]
- Ugh! Why are you suddenly pulling me back? You want to make trouble, you guy who can't climb trees? -
- Don't go wandering around, you're not familiar with the directions here and if you get lost, you'll miss the exam. Besides, who is "the one who doesn't climb trees", you green-headed idiot!? -
- I was just going to stop by the bakery across the street, so how could I get lost? -
- Well if that's the case then just go, remember not to get too far away from me. -
- I know. -
She also cares about me, right?
[Reina runs across the street to the bakery. The scent of freshly baked bread and beautifully decorated cakes made her feel a little hungry. She pressed her face against the glass cabinet, drooling and looking at the delicious maccaroni with longing eyes. Luryas noticed the judgmental looks of nearby customers and passersby and immediately walked over to give Reina a headshot.]
- Hey dad! What are you playing, great-grandmother! -
- What? Look at yourself, you're making people feel uncomfortable, act properly, you stupid country idiot! -
- Okay then I'm sorry... -
[Reina rubbed her head in frustration while Luryas profusely apologized to everyone around her for affecting them. Then Reina noticed a porcelain fountain with intricate patterns, highlighting a golden statue of a knight riding on his steed.]
That water tank over there is really big, the water is clear and seems cool too, should I go over there and wash my face to cool off? -
[Thinking, Reina slowly walked towards the fountain, ignoring Luryas who was busy apologizing to others behind her. Then he calmly used his hand to splash water on his face, surprising everyone around him. There began to be a lot of gossip, mostly talking about how careless she was. Luryas ran over in panic and gave her another blow to the head.]
- This country thing! I told you to behave properly! I'm sorry, she lives far away so she doesn't know, I'm sorry. -
[She just kept dragging Reina somewhere else, trying to avoid the eyes of the crowd as she walked.]
Luryas seemed quite angry with me after the recent incident.
- From now on you are not allowed to go anywhere without my permission. I told you to behave properly.-
It seems like you just did something inappropriate. Well, just apologize a little, Uncle Karl taught that if you do something wrong, you have to apologize.
- I'm sorry... But where are we going now?-
- Just stand there and wait for me, remember not to wander around.-
[Luryas walks off somewhere, it seems like she's looking to buy something.]
Suddenly Reina was attracted by a shop that was neither big nor small. The shop did not clearly state what it sold but just named it "Ralis' Sweet Shop". She unconsciously walked towards that store without even remembering Luryas's instructions.]
- Welcome, honored guests . Welcome to the store of the wonderful and talented lady Ralis.
[Someone's voice suddenly rang out, it was a girl who looked about the same age as Reina, or rather seemed to be about 3-4 years older than her. Although her words and gestures were haughty and a bit overconfident, she looked unusually mature and polite, not at all like someone around Reina's age.]
The shop owner came out to greet me. Before I could answer, she continued:
- My store sells many kinds of beautiful jewelry and souvenirs, girl. If you want to find weapons or anything else, I have them all~. Feel free to choose~.
- What is "little girl"? She's the same age as me.
- I'm more mature than I look, young lady. What, do you want to buy anything~? Or do you want to ask how old I am? Asking someone's age without introducing them first is very rude ~.
She doesn't look dangerous at all, and she speaks very calmly. I wonder where this pressure comes from? But what is this laughing attitude, are you making fun of me?
- What ~? What are you doing standing there, baby? If you want to buy, just come in naturally ~.-
- I don't need those things, so why did I suddenly walk in here?-
[Reina's eyes were suddenly attracted to an outfit worn by a mannequin and displayed in a glass case.That outfit consists of a white shirt with a skirt connected by thin black strings. Worn outside is a turquoise fur coat. She kept looking at that outfit, thinking that those shades looked very harmonious and outstanding together. To her, it looks very suitable for her Revelation status and her hair color.]
- Why are you looking so intently? You like it, do you want to try it on? This store allows you to try it on~.-
- Is that okay?-
- Of course . As long as the baby doesn't tear the price tags and items, it's fine ~. The fitting room is inside, just turn left and you'll see it. Be careful of those statues, if you break them, you won't be able to pay for it~.-
[Ralis opens the glass cabinet, takes the outfit and gives it to Reina, then she walks into the fitting room.]
[A few minutes later, she walked out of the fitting room, moving slightly a few times.]
- I think this outfit is also very beautiful. Looking at me like this?-
- Ummm~. It looks very suitable for you, little blue hair girl ~. There's a mirror behind you, look at yourself in there, my shop only sells very high quality items ~.-
- It's so beautiful ~. Why do I feel lighter and stronger?-
- You'll know that later ~.-
- Um..-
[Reina turns to look at herself in the mirror, she seems to really like this new outfit, it really suits Reina.]
[While Reina was engrossed in admiring her new appearance in the mirror, Luryas returned and angrily entered the shop.]
- What did I tell you? You had to stand still and wait for me, so why are you wandering around again?-
- I... I don't know why... Suddenly I... it's like... I'm attracted...-
-What kind of reason is that, you idiot!-
- Oh my oh my~. What's going on, did your girlfriend scold you? Hmmm~. So cute, have you two been in love for a long time ~?-
-What are you thinking? Who would be girlfriend with this girl!? Am I the one who likes someone like this!?-
[Luryas turns sharply towards Reina]
- And you... You dare to underestimate my words!? What did I tell you very carefully?
[Luryas said while cracking her fingers, looking as if she was preparing to give Reina a fight. But fortunately for Reina because after saying that, she just angrily dragged Reina out of the store.]
- Hey hey hey slow down, I haven't returned the items yet hey!-
[Luryas was pulling Reina and suddenly heard a "pop", it turned out that she had grabbed the price tag by mistake. When she looked back, she realized that she had accidentally broken the tag.]
-Oh my oh my ~. Hey girl, you tore the price tag, so I can't return it, because now I can't sell it to anyone else...
- Seeing that the baby also seems to come from far away, I'll just take the original price, 139 million for the whole set ~.-
[After hearing that sentence, both Reina and Luryas were startled. The two people turned and asked loudly in unison.]
- WHAT!? 139 MILLION! THIS IS JUST RIGHT JUST RIGHT!
- Is there anything so surprising ~? Let me calculate... The undershirt is made from fabric made from black spider silk and costs 38 million, the skirt is made from the skin of an extremely rare magical beast, costs 30 million, and the shoes are made by a human aristocrat. dwarf's price is 26 million, the jacket is a masterpiece of a dwarf with the alias of a fashion magician priced at 42 million, here is the profile of each item.-
[takes out some sales records of the items]
- That's not what I meant! What makes an outfit that looks like that of an ordinary person worth 139 million? Are you trying to kill someone without a knife, you liar!?-
- Oh my ~.-
[Luryas looked confused after hearing that sentence, it seemed like she also realized what was wrong with her. She looked at Reina who was struggling to find her luggage. She only had 2,850 dong left.]
- Sigh... Okay, I just need to pay. You accept payment by credit card, right? Read me the account number.-
- Hey, the amount to pay is 139 million. Can you afford it? Just now you were mad when you heard the price.-
- I'm mad because you don't stand still in one place and instead walk around at a price that's too expensive compared to the design, not because I can't pay, understand? That amount is nothing compared to me, huh!-
- Even though you're hot-tempered, are you still willing to pay your girlfriend? That girl is really cute. Here, my account number is [.......] beautiful girl.-
- But this girl is not my girlfriend?-
[Luryas transferred 139 million Galleons to Ralis. Ralis checks the account then says goodbye to the customer as Reina and Luryas leave.]
- Oh wait~-
- What else do you want? I already paid enough for that outfit. -
- I see you two have just arrived here, and besides, you are also my first guests of the day, so consider me giving you this as a meeting gift~.-
[Then she took out a box from the storage space. Inside there are two transmission lines, one green and one yellow.]
-Here~, for you two~.-
Although we were not happy, we both had to accept it.
- Goodbye customers. Remember to come back to support this lady Ralis. Ralis will always welcome you, especially lovely girls like you~.-
- Never never! - Luryas didn't bother to turn around and just answered. -
Not sure yet~ everywhere you go you will be able to meet them~.-
[The two of them didn't bother to look back and walked straight. In the store a portal appeared out of nowhere and a man came out from it]
- Hey Ralis, did you really give those two kids such a powerful sacred object? - The man spoke up -
- You know, I'm always attracted to interesting things. That blue-haired girl has a very familiar scent~.-
- That Divalion scent really makes me feel excited~. I wonder what relation that girl has to Divalion. -
- Even so, you really gave them something too extravagant. Not to mention those two legendary-level necklaces, that outfit is worth 1 billion 390 million, not 139 million. - The man spoke up -
- What's wrong~. It's just an outfit~, I have a feeling that baby will bring us pleasant surprises in the future~.-
- Your personality of following your feelings really never changes. - The man spoke in response -
- Well, it's been a while since you and I have seen each other. If you don't want to drink, I'll invite you this time~.
- If you invite me, go. - The man happily agreed -
[Meanwhile, while passing a section of the street, Reina accidentally looked into a corner of the alley and saw a girl with snow-white hair sitting down and crying because three big guys were bullying her. ]
-Stop for a moment, Luryas.-
- He he, you dirty beast! Looking at you makes me feel disgusted. - One of those three guys pointed at the girl's face and said. -
- Give me my bag back! I beg you guys. Eagerly...-
- You want me to pay? Here, this is a delicious catch!-
[Reina can't stand it anymore, she pulls the rope and screams loudly:]
- HEY! It's okay to stop!-
[Luryas, who was hiding behind, also continued:]
- That's right! How can the 3 of you bully a girl like that? Damn trash!-
- Huh? You guys like playing heroes, right? These two guys are now going to beat that blue-haired girl to a pulp for me. And that silver-haired girl looks good, let me hehe...-
[After speaking, the other two guys pulled out their knives and approached Reina.]
-HEY! They have weapons! Do it, do it like you did in the steppe!-
- Just stand behind me.-
- Right! Let them know the leader of the countryside!-
[After speaking, Reina calmly walked forward, facing the two men rushing to attack her.]
- How brave, huh? But if you meet us, your life will be over!-
[Reina just swung her right hand and knocked both men unconscious.]
- What... What? How could you???-
Is that dark magic? - Luryas thought to himself -
- Now, there's only one left, right?-
[The other guy panicked and backed away against the wall. He pulled out a knife from his pocket and put it to the girl's neck. His face was sweaty and clearly showing fear.]
- Don't... Don't come over here! Otherwise I will cut its throat!-
[Reina looked at him with angry eyes, walking towards him step by step. Every time she took a step, he became more and more afraid, his hands and feet trembling.]
- Do you know... What kind of person I hate the most in this world? One is the person who relies on the strong to oppress the weak. The other is someone who abuses the weak. And you... You are both of the trash I just mentioned, you bastard! -
- No... Don't come through here...! Otherwise I will...-
- What will happen? Are you planning on killing that girl? Will you be able to do it in time?-
[The other guy trembled as if his body was exhausted as he looked into Reina's eyes burning with anger. Suddenly Reina disappeared into thin air and moved behind the guy, she was so fast that he mistakenly thought she had teleported away. Confused, he looked left and right but couldn't see her.]
- Where are you looking? I'm right here.-
[The guy turned around and immediately used a knife to stab Reina's right shoulder.]
- Stay away from me!!!-
[The sound of a knife breaking and shattering rang out, the pieces falling to the ground after just coming into contact with Reina's skin. The other guy's face turned pale in surprise at what happened before his eyes.]
- Impossible!!! Absolutely impossible! Are you still human after all???.-
- I don't know, and you don't need to know.-
This suit is so good, it protects even areas that are not covered. Or is it because of the necklace? - Reina thought to herself -
[Reina swung her hand and hit the other guy in the face with a fire blast. His eyes widened and he collapsed on the spot before the white-haired girl's surprise and Luryas's proud eyes.]
- It is done. Having got the girl's bag back, the other three guys are also lying on the ground.-
- Oh my God! You were really reckless just now, Reina. Why do you think you would take a single stab at that guy's knife?-
The white-haired girl slowly approached me and said:
- Ah... Thank you for saving me. - She bowed her head and said. -
- Oh yeah! It's nothing, I just happened to see someone in distress and help, here's your bag. Oh, this is your ID card, right?-
[This time when looking closely at the girl again, Reina noticed that she had strange characteristics different from humans. The triangular animal ears protruding from the top of the head are covered with a layer of white fur, the long slender tail with white fur like clouds is waving.]
- Your name is "Shirou Kitsune", right? And 15 years old! Same age as me! Are you a beastman?-
- Ah... that's right... My clan is the Fox clan.-
"Why do I feel so familiar? I've never met a beastman before..."
- Well, it is so. But why were you bullied by them? -
- Actually... it's a problem of racism... Although there are still nice people, I often meet rude people.-
- Oh so that's it? But where is your house? Let us escort you home safely.-
- Oh no! I am not a resident here.-
- So you are someone from somewhere else who came here?.-
- Right! I come from the south of Eteria forest, I came to this place to participate in the student selection competition.-
- Huh? So you're participating too! That's great, we'll join in too, how about you come along for fun.
- Is that so? Can I ask your names?-
- Oh, I forgot to introduce my name? My name is Reina Hyori, just call me Reina.-
- Hehehe and my lady, this is Luryas Gemstone! Because from now on, I consider you my friend, so I don't need to use honorifics.
- Honorifics? My Lady? - Shirou was stunned, tilted his head slightly to one side and said. -
- It's nothing, just leave it alone, sometimes it's not normal!-
-Who are you talking about, you stupid green head.-
- Allow me to introduce myself again, I am Shirou Kitsune. Nice to meet you two.-
[The hungry sounds of all three are heard.]
- You guys haven't had lunch yet, right? So I invited you two to lunch to repay you for saving me.-
- Um, don't you mind? If necessary, we will pay for it.-
- Oh no! If so, then it's very strange, just let me invite you.-
Although we were a bit shy, Shirou insisted on inviting us so we let her pay. So Shirou took us to a 5-star restaurant called "Liberty Restaurant" located on the corner of "Blackberry" street 32.
Not long after that...
- Here you go! Please enjoy and have a good appetite.-
- Already! We invite you to dine! Do not formal.-
[The fragrance and appearance surprised me because it was so beautiful and fragrant and I had never seen or smelled anything so fragrant.]
The dish we ordered included deep-fried velociraptor thigh meat with cream sauce and some pickled vegetables for an appetizer, the main dish was pan-fried fire phoenix thigh with green curry sauce served with peas and carrots, plated with rice. enjoy pancakes prepared in a royal style with syrup extracted from slime and sprinkled with a layer of gold flakes.
- It's so delicious. You really invited us? So don't be polite anymore! And what country is this??? It's so strange.-
[Luryas covers his mouth and speaks to Reina.]
- Of course, you can eat naturally, that is a drink its name is "Rainbow Juice".-
[Reina said with a surprised expression.]
- Huh? Can people really squeeze a rainbow to make water???-
As for the drinks, we each had a glass of rainbow water. At first I thought people really took rainbows to squeeze them into water, but little Luryas laughed at me and said:
- It's simply juice from different colored fruits and poured using the stratified pouring technique so it looks like a rainbow, ha ha ha! What a rustic thing...-
- What! Because these things are so strange.-
- Come on, you two, don't argue. Hey guys, hurry up and eat, food that's cold won't taste good.-
The food here is really delicious, it's all dishes I've never seen in Bell village. After it becomes Revelation, I will bring Uncle Karl and everyone here for a meal.
- Hey, do you guys have any dreams or plans for the future? - Shirou asked. -
- Of course! This lady will become an omniscient sage who holds all human knowledge he he.
- And I want to become a powerful Revelation.
- Your two dreams sound really admirable. As for me, I just want to help many people and solve the problem of racism against the beast race.
- What are you talking about? It's your dream that's so lofty! I really admire someone like you, Shirou.
- Is that so? It's so embarrassing...
- Well, all three of us have to become magic knights together!-
Um.
[The three of us left the restaurant and started going to the location where the selection took place, which is "Ozax Square located in the center of the capital".]
As soon as I arrived, I was overwhelmed with the crowd. There were so many people crowded together. The scene was so bustling and exciting.
- It's really winter! Even though we left 3 hours early because it's only 12:58 p.m.-
The bell started ringing because it was exactly 3 o'clock.
-Has it started yet?-
I saw countless ghost knights surrounding the square and a man with silver hair on the opening podium raised his hand to speak.
- Hello! Thank you all for coming here and participating in the 4538th selection of ghost knights by order of the "Four Horse Council" I would like to introduce myself my name is Albert Frankinler nice to meet you all you're here.-
[Shirou whispered into my ear.]
- Looks like he's... The principal at the "Demon Knight Training Academy".-
- But how do you know?
- I read an article about him before so I know a little bit.-
- Oh really.-
- Then let's get to the main issue! The stones I'm holding in my hands are not rare gems at all, they are called "elemental stones" which are exclusively used by legitimate magic knights, which will accompany you guys. Later, when there is no owner, it will not glow and have no color like a normal inanimate stone. However, when it has found its owner, it will glow and the name it will give. The owner of an element is random and of course, elemental stones are not easy to get because only those who truly have the potential will accept their owner, but the number of people who are chosen will be certain. few.-
[Muttering begins to sound.]
- Are they really that difficult to achieve? But it's also really challenging.-
- Now we will distribute each stone to the 500 candidates present here. And in those 5 seconds, which one of you will be chosen by the stone?-
All the stones were thrown and flew towards everyone one by one including me.
- Is this it?-
I slowly took it, held it firmly in my hand and closed my eyes.
[Multiple beams of light have begun to emanate from each person.]
I feel... A strong magic power is flowing through my body... I have a strange feeling inside but it doesn't hurt at all.
A red light glowed in the palm of my hand, causing me to open my eyes. Then another ray of yellow, blue, green,... 7 rays of light radiated from my palm.
When I slowly opened my palm, the stone turned seven colors and appeared an octagonal character, so beautiful and yet so mysterious. I also wonder why there are clearly only 7 elements but there are 8 edges.
- This character... Is it multi-element?- Shirou suddenly asked me.-
-What about yours is water?-
- Um.-
- Haha, as for this lady, this is a tape, it's quite good! Praise me.-
[Reina shakes her head in frustration.]
[The bell rings again.]
- 5 seconds have passed... Now please invite the selected contestants to come this way and the unselected contestants please go back and see you next year.-
-Okay, let's go guys!-
-END CHAPTER 3-
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