Vol 1 Chapter 10 (1/2)

Living room in Kail’s house.

Three people were seated there whilst drinking the tea Lize brewed.

Urza finally calmed down while still being wary of the two in front of her. But she hasn’t let her guard down and hasn’t touched her tea yet.

She must have been confused when she woke up and she saw Lize and a tattered Kail being lectured by people that looked like patrol soldiers.

Like that I led the two of them all the way here.

“From my view, it looked like you suddenly getting close to me and putting me to sleep then pus.h.i.+ng me down afterwards.”

“That’s why I’m saying it’s a misunderstanding….”

“….. Is it time to start talking yet?”

In front of me is Urza who is talking quietly, that’s when I start speaking with a loud voice.

“Well um… . Nice to meet you, I am called Kail. You’re name is Urza-san right?”

“You think that’s going to work now! Now say it, why do you know my true name?”

Even if she has calmed down a little, she still snaps when I say something lousy.

However Kail thinks her anger is only natural, those who have some knowledge of the situation would also agree.

A true name is what an Elf who uses spirit magic has, and unlike a normal second name it’s a name that holds a magical usage.

In order to use spirit magic, a true name is needed in order to make a [Contract] with the spirit, this way you’ll be able to borrow the spirits power, which means that without it, you can’t use it.

The true name should only be known by those closest to you, only letting your parents who named you, your lover or your own children know, because in fact this true name could be used to exploit your life.

The true name is directly connected to the soul, that means if magic that affects the body like the hypnosis Kail were to be used with true name, she wouldn’t be able to resist it.

She would show absolute obedience if I used the magic of captivation [Charm] and she would easily be affected by hex or curse magic.

From Urza’s perspective it’s like her life is in Kail’s hands.

“Except for my parents and myself, no one knows my true name. Just where and how did you find out!”

No, I heard it from you. Is what Kail says in the corner of his heart.

Sharing the feelings of those who have lost important things, we supported each other’s backs in fights. Because of that we deepened our bonds.

Before that final battle, the eve before entering the demon lord’s castle, she came into Kail’s bedroom.

“My true name is Ekses….. When it’s just the two of us call me by that name….. Beside each other from now on….”

Urza said, while clinging to Kail as if she was entrusting her whole body to him.

(She was cute wasn’t she…. the Urza from that time.)

With tear-filled eyes, I tried my best to remember her when she clung to me.

“…..What are you getting embarra.s.sed for.”

When returning to myself Lize was staring with half closed accusing eyes.

Correcting his att.i.tude and clearing his throat Kail said to Urza while looking straight into her eyes.

“I’m sorry, I absolutely can’t say. However I’m the only one who knows it, and there is no one else who knows, there also isn’t a way to find out about it, you can rest a.s.sured about that.”

I tell Lize about it at the same time.

Lize looked as if she was about to say something but after seeing Kail’s face she breathed in and became silent.

“Don’t mess around! You think I could trust that?”

As expected Urza’s side wouldn’t be convinced.

“Lying about this matter would be simple, I can tell all kinds of believable lies….. But that wouldn’t have any meaning.”

(Well truthfully it was a mistake on my part because of the sudden meeting…. I can’t think of a good excuse.)

Also what would happen if I told the truth?

“Four years later when we were having love with each other you kindly told me your true name. Ah, as evidence there’s a birthmark on your a.s.s that looks like a heart, seems like I’m the only man who knows that…. Ah, you’re also really weak behind your left ear, and other various things….”

If I would say something like that I’d be cut down and ripped to shreds by magic without doubt.

“Also I hate lies… that’s why “I can’t tell” any. You’re probably anxious but I express my sincerest apologies to Urza.”

Next to him Lize is looking at Kail while showing a face that says ‘what the h.e.l.l is this guy saying’, but he ignores her.

In order to persuade Urza, a straightforward approach like this has the highest chance of success whilst taking into account that she announced “I hate liars!””

“Also whether you trust me for telling the truth…. For example even if you use the magic of truth determination you wouldn’t be able to completely proof it right?”

The magic of truth determination is literally a magic that determines whether someone is telling the truth or not however the accuracy rate definitely isn’t high.

Calling it known worldwide is alright, but they’ve already researched on how to counter such a handy magic, the only ones that still use it are crime organizations and the military in particular.

Moreover, if the person in question believes hard enough in a delusion it becomes the truth.

For that purpose it’s only used as a last resort, if someone can’t find any concrete evidence.

As Kail expected Urza’s att.i.tude changed slightly, softening a bit.

“….However, whatever it is I couldn’t possibly feel a.s.sured from just that. Normally shouldn’t I silence you even if I have to kill you?”

“Wait a second!?”

Indeed Lize’s face changes when she hears the word kill, Without thinking she tried to stand between Kail and Urza but she was stopped by Kail.

“A [Partial Contract]…. Are you serious you b.a.s.t.a.r.d?”

Urza opens her eyes in surprise.

A [Contract] is when a spirit user brings out their true name in order to borrow the power of a spirit, it’s something like a transaction with a spirit, a partial contract is not done with a spirit but with a human, but not in order to borrow his or her power but in order to put a condition on them.

However in order to perform a [Partial Contract] you’ll need to know the true name of the person, but in this case it’s already known so its no problem.

“Good job, knowing about the [Partial Contract]…. The only ones who know about this are Elves and spirit magic users.”

“This’ll be the condition: “I won’t abuse Urza’s secret true name” how about it?”

“You know what’ll happen the moment you break the condition right?”

“Oh, I’ll die”

A [Contract] borrows the power of the spirit G.o.d, disobeying it means death. Kail said this as if it was nothing.

“…… Do you really understand it? If I perform the [Partial Contract] I’ll be able to put you under spells you know? That’s why doing something like purposely ending your own life…..”

“I’m not worried about that, Urza doesn’t have a personality that’s capable of doing that.”

“Why does that have to be said by someone I just met….”

“Also if you really wanted to do something like that you wouldn’t be warning me like this right?”

“…… Hmph!”

Urza diverts her face with an interesting look on her face.

“I understand, my life’s also on the line. I’m not going to hold back you know.”

“Ah, I don’t mind…. I’ll certainly tell you how I know about it when the time is right, I promise.”

“Well even though you’re saying that….. Right now is impossible, I can only perform the [partial contract] on a full moon.”

In order to perform a [Contract] Elves have to borrow the power of their guardian spirit their spirit G.o.d is said to be the G.o.d of the moon, also the phases of the moon are related to their it.

“The next full moon….. If I’m not wrong it’s a half month from now.”

So I’ll be stuck in this town until then…. Is what Urza said. Afterwards, Kail says without guilt.

“Ah, I’m sorry, actually I’m going to depart from this town tomorrow or the day after tomorrow.”

“Nani?!”

Two days later, in front of Kail’s home, early in the morning.

“Well then, see you later Kail-chan, don’t go eating only meat and fish but also vegetables.”

“Ah, I get it already so….”

Seraia was clinging to Kail who had finished his journey preparations

“It’s alright, since I’m going with him.”

Lize who was preparing for the journey like Kail, wouldn’t let him do all the work so she thumped her chest.

“Yes, yes Lize-chan. I leave Kail-chan in your care.”

Seraia said it while wiping her tears with a handkerchief.

Kail stood up trying to leave since he was tired of this scene that has been repeating itself the whole time.

“Well I’m going so.”

“Come back sometimes. Stay healthy.”

Seraia is waving goodbye, while she’s wiping her nose.

“You have to do your best Kail…. Also cherish your comrades.”

“Ah, I get it already da….. Wait you were here dad?”

Kail’s father Roel was standing behind Seraia, yet, I only noticed him now.

“Although he came back the day before yesterday, and was around the house yesterday.”

“I, I didn’t notice it….”

Now that I think about it, the meals were prepared yesterday even though Lize wasn’t there….. Is what Kail remembered.

“Darling…. Like I thought, isn’t something like a journey too early…..”

“I understand you’re worried but it’s alright. Because no matter what he’s our child….”

“Yeah…. It’s like that isn’t it, since he’s our child. What would we do if even we didn’t trust him…. I’m sorry darling”

“No, It’s alright as long as he comes home….. Seraia”

“Well, I’m going now, stay healthy you two.”

Quickly saying goodbye to these parents who were slowly creating their own world. There isn’t anybody who wants to see a love scene between his own parents.