The Strongest Onmyoji and the Shikigami With AI are Unparalleled in Another World ~ A Second Life Properly Enjoyed Using Artificial Intelligence ~ - Chapter 105

The guilmas of the royal capital seems to be a reincarnated person and a noble.

“I see. So, have you read the letter?”

“Yes, I have. Having said that, I was the one who got the call from the royal family and connected it to Astley, so I know the basics.”

Calling the district mayor without honorifics, huh? Could it be that she also speaks casually with the king?

“And the royal family?”

“I contacted them yesterday, so please wait a little. There’s also the matter of adjusting the schedule.”

“Realistically, how long do you think it will take? I’d like to return by winter.”

“It shouldn’t take that long. It’s not an official event, just a tea party, so it shouldn’t take much time to coordinate the schedule.”

If it’s just for tea, that should be fine.

“Am I going alone?”

“I will accompany you. As for that child… um…”

Leanne looks at AI-chan, hesitating to speak.

“Master, I’ll refrain from going. It’s all the same in the end.”

AI-chan is just possessing a shikigami, but her real home is inside my head. She’ll be with me either way.

“I’ll go alone.”

“I’m sorry, but I ask that you do. After all, it is the royal family we’re dealing with.”

That level of security is probably for the best.

“Of course. It’s only natural.”

“I’m glad you understand. I’ll contact you once the date is set.”

“Got it. Until then, I’ll do some sightseeing around the royal capital.”

“Yes, please do. By the way, are you interested in transferring to our guild? You could become A-rank right now.”

Leanne casually tries to recruit me.

“No, thanks. I like the town of Celia, and I’ll probably reach A-rank eventually.”

“I see. I thought you could earn more in the royal capital since you’re an adventurer capable of repelling demons.”

“Having enough money is good enough. I probably won’t need that much in this life.”

“Understood. Well, if you ever feel like it, you can come work here temporarily. After all, it’s just the neighboring town.”

I probably won’t work here, but I might visit the royal capital from time to time. After all, Natalia and Alice have their families here, and the shops are more plentiful here. It would be more of a visit for fun than for work. If it’s just that, I won’t get caught up in politics.

“True. Maybe if the mood strikes me, or if I run out of work.”

“Yes. Also, could you tell me about the demon that appeared at the ruins east of Celia? What kind of man was he?”

That guy, huh…

“He was a total musclehead. But his strength was the real deal.”

I can’t imagine any ordinary soldier beating him. He was that strong.

“And magic?”

“No, he didn’t use magic. I think he said he was internalizing his magical power? That’s how he increased his strength and defense. But in exchange, he couldn’t use magic, or so he said himself.”

He was an idiot who revealed his own weakness.

“I see… I understand. Thank you for the information.”

Leanne bows her head.

“No, it’s no problem. Well then, I’ll take my leave. Let me know if you hear anything from the royal family.”

“Yes, of course.”

Leanne bows her head again, so I stand up.

“Oh, right. It’s fine to have someone follow me, but if they follow the ladies, I’ll kill them. See ya.”

After confirming that Leanne and Kenneth, who were still bowing their heads, flinched at the same time, I walked out the door with AI-chan.

♦ ♦ ♦ Leanne’s PoV ♦ ♦ ♦

I raised my head after the adventurer named Yuuma left the room.

“It seems he noticed the tail…”

Kenneth muttered in a low voice.

“It seems so. Well, I suppose he’s capable of that much… And the women?”

“We didn’t assign any to follow them.”

So he figured that out as well.

“Is it some kind of ability?”

“Most likely. He’s a man who can easily repel demons using shikigami like giant spiders. He probably has some detection abilities as well.”

I’d like to investigate further, but neither Astley nor the guild master of the western district will talk. Well, just that alone shows he’s promising…

“Is it impossible to recruit him?”

“Probably… Besides the four women he’s with, he’s also on good terms with Astley-dono’s daughter.”

And she’s the receptionist at the guild in the western district.

“What about bringing that girl over here?”

This is the central guild, after all; it would be a promotion.

“Are you trying to pick a fight with Astley-dono? And if she’s got a good man who can make money, she’ll just quit. It would be all harm and no benefit.”

I suppose you’re right…

“Are they really that close? Could it be just for show?”

“It seems he’s been visiting her home. There are also many witnesses who’ve seen them happily going out together. I’d say there’s no doubt about it.”

It’s not unusual for a guild receptionist and an adventurer to be together, but…

From what I’ve heard, it sounds like they’re in a romantic relationship.

“But there are five women, right? It’s no wonder he was quick to act, considering he had twelve spouses in his previous life.”

“Well, there are people like that. And wasn’t he a noble?”

“Apparently so. And quite a high-ranking one at that.”

It seems he has royal blood. Judging by his attitude, it’s probably true. He didn’t flinch at all when I mentioned being a noble.

“He’s composed, and doesn’t seem to be violent, so that’s a relief.”

He doesn’t seem likely to commit any crimes, and he didn’t appear to have any intention of opposing us. Of course, being a former noble, he might have done some shady things, but he did say he doesn’t need much money in this life and doesn’t seem interested in getting involved in politics.

“True… But in less than a month, he’s already reached B-rank and has the skills to back it up. He’s a former noble, accustomed to women, and earns well. No wonder he’s popular. I’d want a man like that to like me too. Though, I’d absolutely hate someone that unfaithful.”

“It doesn’t even make me jealous. That last line sounded like ‘Don’t mess with my women.’”

“He was probably saying exactly that.”

He’s cool. It’s annoying, but if it were a guy like that, I wouldn’t mind hearing it.

“And about that matter…”

“Yeah. It doesn’t seem to be related to the demons after all.”

I thought there might be a connection with that demon, but if he can’t use magic, it’s probably not the case.

“What should we do? It could be the demon that escaped during the Stampede or another demon.”

That possibility certainly exists.

“Yeah… Well, let’s hear the details first. Call Otto.”

“The A-rank one?”

“That’s right.”

“Understood. I’ll contact him right away.”

Kenneth bows his head.

“I’m counting on you. I’ll head back to the palace once more.”

“Understood.”

“Mm… Oh, and pull back the guys tailing Yuuma. He wasn’t suspicious, so it’s fine now.”

“Is that so?”

Kenneth tilted his head.

“It’s obvious, isn’t it?”

“Sigh… I wish I’d been born as a man like that.”

Kenneth sighed, shaking his head in a resigned manner.

“What are you trying to say?”

“He was cool, right? I get it.”

That’s not it!

Well, he was cool though!