Chapter 22.1 (2/2)

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“By the way, do you know why these five races called Mankind?” (Camilla)

“No, I don’t know. By the way, there was one thing I was curious about. I thought they were called Mankind because of the outward appearances, but I don’t understand why Spirits are not included.” (Soma)

As Soma was told that there were various races, there were not only five races in this world.

Although Soma learned the fact, that race was not considered as Mankind.

When he heard it, he had a doubt for a long time, but–

“Well, that’s easy. It depends on whether the country whether it is unique for that race. Since there is no problem if another country acknowledges that it is a race of that country, there is also no problem if other races are blending in with their citizens.” (Camilla)

“Aah… so is the Spirits included?” (Soma)

“They do not create a country. Same goes to other fantasy-like races. Well, regarding these races, there are also some stories whether it is alright to treat them as a race in the first place.” (Camilla)

“Hmm… is it the same as Dwarves and others?” (Soma)

Those who were called Hobbits, Dwarves and Gnomes also existed in this world.

However, it seemed that they were rare existences. It was said that if one saw them, they could be considered fortunate.

“No, those races are a bit different. In regards to Dwarves and others, they are not recognized as races.” (Camilla)

“What do you mean by that?” (Soma)

“It is simple. They are not considered as races because the pure-blooded people for those races are almost no existence.” (Camilla)

“…I see.” (Soma)

It was certainly not weird for not considering them as a race if that was the reason.

Well, even though it was possible to put out an objection, this world was the world he lived in now.

“Hmm… speaking about that, is that the reason why Sensei is like this?” (Soma)

“Haa? What do you mean?” (Camilla)

“Isn’t Sensei a Hobbit? And you most probably a pure blood.” (Soma)

“–!?” (Camilla)

At that moment, Camilla opened her eyes.

She was told something that she didn’t expect.

Nonetheless, Soma didn’t really expect her to react in that way.

As for the feature of Hobbits, they grew only to the extent of human children even when they became an adult.

For that reason, Soma thought that it was normal to reach that a.s.sumption when considering short body stature, but… was it not like that?

While Soma tilted his head thinking of such a thing, Camilla eventually made a bitter smile.

“You are right, but… I never thought to be noticed.” (Camilla)

“Is that so? If people think it like usual, they will also understand, but…” (Soma)

“They are rare to the point that they are on the verge of extinction. There is no way you think this as usual thing, you know. Hobbits have a characteristic that lean toward other races when their blood are mixed, and I was also misunderstood that I had a very slow rate of growth.” (Camilla)

“Hmmm… is it like that, huh?” (Soma)

“Well, whatever it is, I am fine. Let’s return to the talk. By the way, why do you think the outline of Mankind was made in the first place?” (Camilla)

“Hmm…?” (Soma)

That was something he had never thought about.

To be told something like that mean…

“Was it because the outline was necessary to be made?” (Soma)

“Well.” (Camilla)

“Hmmm… when it comes to this… I see. Is it related to Devils?” (Soma)

When he muttered that, a bitter smile appeared again on Camilla’s face.

She looked at Soma, and she gave a nod.

“Why did you arrive to that point just now?” (Camilla)

“No, I did notice as normal.  Because today, we’re expressively talking about Mankind and Devils.” (Soma)

“Aah,, I see… It was my mistake.” (Camilla)

“No, I didn’t really think this as your mistake, but…” (Soma)

It would be rather a plus since it was easy to understand.

However, whether Camilla was surprised or not, she regretfully breathed out and kept on talking.

“Well, as you have guessed, Devils are the reason why the outline of Mankind was officially made. More importantly, it was caused by the origin of people known as Devils.” (Camilla)

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