226 Episode 226 "Extra Edition 17" Experiment of Gifts from Saints by Nagi and Letizia "".txt (1/2)

The day after we met up with Rita and Leticia.

I decided to check the effects of the items that the saint gave me.

...... It's really OK for me to get the item from the saint ......?

'The saint said, ”For you, Letitia,”' she said. See, there's a letter attached.

I handed Letitia a rolled up piece of parchment.

It's the one I was told to give Leticia when I saw her.

'...... ”Dear Mr. Letitia, I give this to you.” ...... It's true.

Letitia opens the parchment and sighs, huffing.

Then she hugs it to her chest and closes her eyes.

'Thank you, Saintess ...... for that. I will use this item to do justice to this Letitia-Milfe ...... saintly woman's expectations.

Good for you. Letitia.

The saint said, 'I was disappointed that Leticia-kun easily conquered the dungeon, so I decided to strengthen her on the contrary' - but she didn't seem to write that in her letter.

...... Let's keep quiet. I'll keep it quiet.

”What the saint gave me was a sword and shield, right?

Leticia took out the items in the bag.

The sword has a plait pattern.

The saint said it was to make it lighter, but it's strong and solid. As expected.

The other is a circular shield (round shield) with a chain attached to it.

Letitia has a cheat skill with the shield, you know. I guess she's taken care of it.

''Well then, Nagi-san. Would you be willing to accompany me for an experiment?''

Then Letitia looked at me.

I have realized after this event that I need to be stronger. I need to be stronger.

”...... Huh?　Letitia slipped out of the mansion easily, didn't she?

Yes. We were able to get out of the mansion with no problem. Even when Tanaka-Coga and the others attacked ...... I honestly thought we could win. But if it hadn't been for Mr. Cutlass, I think it would have taken us longer to get out of there.

Letitia said as she stared at the saint-sama's sword.

''If we had taken the time to deal with Tanaka-Coga, the pursuers from the mansion might have come. Of course, Rita-san would have defeated them all together, but ...... your precious ”spirit link” opponent can't be put in danger.

So you want to be strong?

I'm not your slave, you know. I want to take advantage of every chance I get to be strong. I want to make the most of every opportunity I have to grow as a nobleman.

Saying that, Leticia held the sword in offering.

It's as if he was swearing to a saint who isn't here.

...... It's still amazing. Letitia is.

I understand. Let's try the item experiment. I'm curious to know what kind of sword and shield the saint gave me.

''Thank you. Let's see... ...... The instructions say that it's recommended to check your sword's abilities first.

Letitia replied, looking at the parchment.

So it has instructions. That's great, saint-sama, your attention to detail is perfect.

''I heard this sword's name is called 'Boost Sword'.

So, given the name, it's a sword with a lot of power, huh?

Touch it and see for yourself.

”...... is it okay for me to touch it?

'Yes. It says in the manual, 'This is an unexpected ability even for Nagi-kun. If you can guess what it's like, Delilira-san will praise you!

I wonder what the saints are fighting against: ......

Just do as your saint tells you, okay?

'This sword doesn't belong to me, so I don't understand the concept when I touch it.

Anyway, I got permission to touch it.

The hilt is braided, as you can see. In the middle of the blade, there's a strange pattern painted on it.

The knitting somehow reminds me of the 'thread of magic' that I always use.

If I apply the effect on a hunch...

A sword for storing magic?

...... How did you come up with that?

The braided part looks like it would be easy for magic to pass through. Also, the character in the center of the bag was a lump of air that looked like an indicator of the amount of magic power. I thought that the saint would consider Letitia's magical energy and make something like this.

...... The instructions say, 'Ke, the sword was made with common sense by Delilira-san!　I don't regret having my powers guessed!　The shield is a more challenging item, you know!'' It says.

'So what is the saintly woman fighting against?　I mean, it's a hit!

Next time you see the saint, shall I tell you that Nagi's predictions were off: ......?

'Saints, you've had skills at detecting lies before.

............ well, and let's experiment anyway.

............ let's do that.

For now, we shelved the problem and decided to experiment with the 'Boost Sword'.

At first, Leticia grasps the hilt of the sword with both hands.

When she closes her eyes and puts in her magic power...

Whew!

The words engraved on the sword blade began to glow in order from the bottom.

''Ooohhhhhh!

I couldn't help myself.

It's still amazing. Saint. I couldn't make something like this.

That's the great Saint Delilah!

The position of the light on the blade indicates how much magic it has left. Hmmm, it's also possible to hide the light.

Does the power of your sword increase when you have magic?

''Yes. It seems that you can use the magic power you've accumulated for your skills. I'll give it a try.

Leticia took a deep breath, swooshing as she gripped the sword.

The indicator on the sword gradually went up.

When it reached the top, Letitia opened her eyes──and

Activate 'Mandatory Etiquette'!　Hello, I'm Leticia-Milfe!

He turned to the window in the room and bowed his head.

'Nya.' 'Nya, nya.'

A cat walking on the next wall bowed his head, ”Well, well, well, be polite.

The magic power used was...

About a third of the way through.

It's a cat.

''If you're dealing with humans or demons, it's probably half the time. If you store your magic power in your sword beforehand, you'll be able to use your 'Forced Civility' more often.

And it's so cool to hold your sword in front of your body in a bow, like a knight in shining armor.

I know what it is. It is an aristocrat's etiquette to hold a sword in one's hand in greeting, although it was originally done with the scabbard and the hilt facing the ground. Normally, the sword is sheathed in a scabbard and the hilt is held toward the ground.

So that's what you're going to do now?

'Yes. We might as well try it.

I'm sure you'll be able to find a way to make it work.

I'm also a member of a noble family. I'm sure you'll be able to find out more about this. It's hard to show an embarrassing appearance in front of others.

...... I could ask Letitia to teach me some manners too.

It seems unlikely that I'll ever be in a social setting myself.

But it wouldn't hurt to learn some of the etiquette of this world. You might need that kind of knowledge for some time.

Fine, but my education is pretty strict, isn't it?

I'm ready.

Hmm. Then I will show you how to do it, if you have a chance. I will show you what I do, and then I will teach you how to do it. It is important for a nobleman to behave in a polite manner.

Laughing, Leticia picked up another item.

It's a circular shield (round shield) with a chain.

It's large enough to be held with both hands. But it's quite light.

It's made of silvery metal, with a light blue pattern in places.

The part that touches your body seems to be made of that light blue soft material.

What ability does that shield have?

So let's take a shot at it. I think I'm a shield that comes back to life when I throw it.

Oh, I see. It's because it has a chain. Then I'll use an item that turns into a giant magical shield when wielded.

'You're gripping the chains and turning them round and round. I'm sure the saint would make something like that too.

So, what's the right answer?

One moment. Uh, .......

Letitia unfolded the parchment on the shield.

The name of the item written in the manual was──.

”Bioneer Armor Shield.

............ Yes? ............ Huh?

Me and Letitia's eyes are dotted.

Letitia is staring at the instructions with a bright red face.

It's like she's reading it over and over again. But the content remains the same.

The name of this shield is 'Bikini Armor Shield'.

Its ability is .......

''They say that by chanting a certain word, it transforms into 'Bikinia Armor' .......

'Wait a minute. Why would the shield be 'bikini armor'?　What's the meaning of the chains!

Chains are used to hold the parts of the body that are covered with them together. So they're used to tie bikinis together.

It's too unexpected!

In the middle of the message, there's a message from the holy woman. I'll read it to you...

'Hmmm. This must have been unexpected. Nagi-kun. After all, I came up with it by putting words together at random. I made a plate with each letter carved on it and pulled it out over and over again until it became the ...... word. It was a lot of work.'

Are you sure you're not going about this the wrong way, saint?

''I did my best just to take Nagi-kun by surprise this time. Nagi-kun wouldn't expect this shield to transform into bikini armor, would he?

I don't think so. In fact, I'm rather impressed by how oblique it is.

'Of course I added the best features. I've added the ability to convert the wearer's charms into defensive powers!　Great?　Is it great, Delilah? Oh no, meh.''

'It's great, but saint, Letitia's lines are getting more and more barbed: ......

Please tell me how to use it later. I'll be waiting for you forever, Diririra-san! I'll be waiting for you forever, Derrilla-san. ......

............

............

When had I cornered the saint before I knew it?

I feel very, very responsible.

But ...... the one that comes to mind is the saint with a smug look on her face.

You're right, this ”Bikinia Armor Shield” is not what I expected. It's amazing, Your Highness.

I'm going to wear this 'Bikoniah Armor Shield' ......

Letitia declared, with determined eyes.

'I don't think you need to push yourself. You could just use it as a normal shield, I suppose.'

No, sir. No, that saint made it for me. I won't be happy if I don't make sure it works in every way!

That's right. Saint Delilira-sama is something Letitia admires.

Then I'll be in the other room. Call me when you're done.

No.

No!

'This is an item made by Our Lady as a challenge to Nagi!　Mr. Nagi, take responsibility and make sure you have the ability to finish!

Yeah.

'Err, no. Wait a minute!

Leticia ran out of the room, shield in hand.

After a while, I heard a rattling sound from the next room.

It's the sound of a shield transforming. Is that really ...... going to be the bikini armor?

Sorry to keep you waiting at ............

A few moments later, Letitia returns.

She comes in front of me with a shy look on her cheeks.

Her white arms are bare.

A thin chain is attached to her shoulder. It came from a shield. In the shield state it is a thick chain, but it seems to have been made up of many thin chains.

In addition, what looks like a silver bikini is seen under the collarbone.

The area underneath is covered by a white cloth, so you can't see it. Letitia, you have a sheet wrapped around your body.

It's an item made by the saint. Even in this state, you should be able to check your ability.

...... Yeah, right.

Why do you look so far away?　Mr. Nagi?

...... I was actually kind of hoping for a little bit of that.

Quite a few years ago, Rita wore the bikini armor.

That looked great on her, so I wanted to see Leticia wear it too .......

Simply because I thought it would look great on Letitia, too.

...... But I guess it can't be helped. You're right, there's no bikini armor in public.