121 Episode 120 The Impatience of King Donas (1/2)

”A tool to measure magic power?

King Rujano of Donaeaus stood up in astonishment when he heard the report from his agents.

The throne rattled in protest as it was bounced by the force of the uprising, and wine overflowed and spilled from the golden cup he was holding.

It was a loud voice that lacked composure. It was an uncharacteristic outburst for a champion, but the current Rujano didn't really care about the appearance of his blunder.

”Nonsense!　There's no way I could have made that!　There must be some mistake!

”Well. I agree with you, but from what I've read in the ...... report, I'm pretty sure there's no mistake.

You'll be able to find a lot more than just a few of them.　I'm sure you'll be pleased to know that I'm not the only one.

In the event that you're looking for the best way to get the most out of your business, you're going to want to make sure that you're getting the most out of your business.

I'm not sure if that exists,......, but it's ridiculous.

Lujano realized that the interrogation report was correct and muttered in dismay.

I'm not sure if this is a good idea or not, but it's a good idea.

”The Kingdom of Rynor ...... are a pain in the ass, d*mn it!

The high-pitched sound of metal hitting metal echoed through the room, and the bright red of the wine spread across the floor.

The reason he is so hostile to Rynor is that Donaea is also a country that puts magic technology first.

He is not afraid to tell the surrounding countries that it is the best technology in the continent.

In war, it has overwhelmed other nations with its magical power.

It is quite natural for the king of such a country to regard the Kingdom of Rynor as an enemy.

In recent years, the Kingdom of Donaea has failed to create any new technology, while the Kingdom of Rynor has established a solid reputation with its Academy of Magic, national mages, and the development of glittering glass.

This could threaten their dominance and interests.

There was no way that Rujano would not find the Kingdom of Rynor an annoyance.

Rujano questioned the man who had reported to him.

”So, did you bring that magic measuring device with you?

No, they said it was too heavily guarded and controlled for anyone to steal it.

If we can't get them from the Kingdom of Rynor, what about the ones that have gone to other countries?　Can't you get your hands on one or two?

It seems they have restrictions on the number of countries they can export to and the number they can export to, so it's difficult to get them. ......

What do you mean you can't?

I'm sorry, sir!

The man with the king's intuition shrinks to the spot and prostrates himself.

The man with the king's intuition shrinks and falls flat.

So what about imitation?

You can't do anything about it if you don't have the ...... original in hand.

”You can at least steal a look at it. Can't you at least predict what it's going to be like from that?

I can't tell from the outside. ......

No!　It's completely useless!

Lugano's frustration extended to the throne on which he sat.

Instead of slamming the fan on his hip against the back of the chair to vent, the fan snapped in half and rolled across the floor.

The man who came up to report cowered at the loud noise and hung his head even deeper.

He lowered himself and tried to get away from the storm, but Lugano's irritation showed no signs of abating. At this rate, he fears that he might even violate the man who came to report him.

In the meantime, the man who had been standing by Lugano's side opened his mouth.

”Your Majesty!　Your Majesty!　Please allow me to speak. ......

”What is it, my Prime Minister? What is the matter with you?

”Thank you, Your Highness!　Thank you very much!

Rujano's eyes widened and he turned to stare at him.

On the other hand, the man who made the statement, the Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Donais, was not daunted by the king's gaze.

Rather, he remained elated, smiled happily, and stepped forward further.

”Your Majesty. This is a matter of great importance to our country, and I have a suggestion regarding this matter.

”What?

I would like to ask permission to enter the throne room one person at a time. Please, please, please allow me.

...... will do. Permission granted.

After receiving Lujano's permission, the Prime Minister exaggerated again, ”Thank you!　Thank you! The first thing he did was to have the man who had been reporting to him step back.

Next, he said, ”Come in,” and clapped his hands as if to signal.

Then a man entered the throne room, replacing the man who had been giving the report.

The man who entered the throne room was a man of great age.

He looked like a dignified aristocrat, with his well-developed physique clothed in the clothes of a man of high rank. His clothes were raised with broad shoulders and a thick chest plate, indicating that he had been working out.

On the other hand, his physiognomy is terrible. His square-shaped face is covered with glazed eyes and a chinstrap-style beard. The expression on his face was so vicious that the word ”evil” was quite appropriate.

It was a face that had nothing to do with the glamour of the palace.

A face full of baseless confidence.

His shoulders slumped.

Even the way he walked showed glimpses of arrogance and coarseness, as if someone from the underworld had wandered into the palace without the light of day.

Lugano asks the man kneeling before the throne.

”And you?

”It is my honor I have the honor to greet the sun of Donaias. My name is Gielo, and I am a small man.

Lugano's voice was rather grave and he frowned.

In spite of his evil appearance, he was very careful and polite.

He uses a series of clever phrases that make it clear that his condescension is only superficial.

Lugano's narrow-mindedness and skepticism set off alarm bells for the man.

This man, Gielo, is not just a man of appearance and strength. He is a tricky man who will try to play tricks on the king.

Rujano looked at the Prime Minister again.

”What's wrong with this man, my minister?

”Haha!　Let me introduce you to him!　This man, Gielo, belongs to the department that is mainly responsible for our country's foreign intelligence activities. This Gielo has a proposal for you. Would it be possible for you to hear this proposal from me?

”A proposal?

Exactly!　That's exactly what I'm suggesting!　Your Majesty, please, please listen to .......

”Very well. Gielo, you say. Speak quickly and clearly.

Well... I'm sure you're aware that the Kingdom of Rynor has an academic institution called the Academy of Magic.

Yes, I know. I'm not afraid to say that it's the best academic institution when it comes to magic.

Yes, sir. My own research has revealed that beneath the Academy lies a secret that could shake the Kingdom of Rynor.

”Shake Rynor?　What is it?

What's that? In the basement of the Academy lies a monster of great power.

A monster of great power?　What are you talking about? No child today would make such a false claim. Even a court jester could say something more clever.

Lugano snickered and dismissed Gielo's sudden outburst of insanity.

He then turned a deadly glare on the Prime Minister.

”My Prime Minister. You're not playing with me, are you?　If you are, you will not get away with this.

”No, no, Your Majesty!　No, Your Majesty! You've got it all wrong. Listen to Gielo more carefully. I'm sure the wise sovereign will agree with you.

When Lugano heard the Prime Minister's words, he looked at him as if he were dying.

I think you have a point, sir. But this is something I have learned from reading the prophecies of the kulaki.