The Strongest Onmyoji and the Shikigami With AI are Unparalleled in Another World ~ A Second Life Properly Enjoyed Using Artificial Intelligence ~ - Chapter 110

“Otto, what do you think?”

The king asked Otto.

“From what I see, it looks like it’s from the demon race, doesn’t it?”

“Yes. Given the text that shows hostility toward humans and the expulsion, that’s the first thing that comes to mind.”

“However, there are some lingering questions.”

It’s full of questions.

“Where?”

“First, the purpose of issuing such a notice. There’s no need to do that. Next, if this is addressed to Your Majesty, it must be about the princess. Why only the princess?”

“Yes, it names my daughter.”

“Could this be a prank? My initial impression upon seeing this is that.”

I think so too.

More than anything, the writing is too crude.

It’s unclear what is being conveyed or what the objective is.

Is it really from the demon race?

“I would think so just by looking at this letter. The ministers also thought the same.”

“Is there any reason to believe otherwise?”

“This letter was found on the throne in the audience chamber. A maid who was cleaning in the morning found it.”

Isn’t the culprit that maid?

“And that maid?”

“Her name is Shiro. We thoroughly investigated everyone inside the castle, including handwriting analysis and magical tracking. Of course, this included my own relatives, namely the royal family.”

“I see… So it’s judged to be an external act, then?”

“That’s the conclusion.”

Hmm…

If someone could infiltrate the castle, they could just kill the princess.

“Yuuma, what do you think?”

Now, what should I answer…

“I agree with Otto-dono. However, if that’s the case, an external perpetrator is possible. What about the princess?”

“She is protected with strict security measures.”

“With all due respect, is there any reason the princess might be targeted? I am concerned about the fact that only the princess is named. Or is it because the next king will be that princess?”

“The next king is decided to be my eldest son. My daughter has no claim to the throne. Besides, I can’t think of any reason for her to be hated. She’s the youngest and not much in the public eye.”

“A death threat against the youngest child who has no claim to the throne…

I see.”

“I’m sorry, but I have no idea.”

“I see… Otto, what about you?”

The king checked with Otto as well.

“I don’t know either… So what is the request?”

“I want you to investigate if there are any suspicious outsiders.”

Does that include me as well?

“Understood. I will start the investigation immediately.”

“Thank you. If you find out anything, report it to Leanne.”

“Understood.”

Otto bowed his head.

“Yuuma, I’m counting on you too.”

Seriously…

I won’t be able to go back.

“Your Majesty, am I necessary as well? I’ve been in this world for less than a month and this is my first time in the capital. I don’t think I can be of much help.”

“On the contrary, I want you to look at it from that perspective. Of course, I don’t intend to keep you for long. You are an adventurer from the town of Celia, and you know the situation there. So just for seven days will be enough.”

Seven days, huh…

Well, that’s acceptable.

“Understood. I will cooperate.”

“Thank you. That’s all for today. I appreciate you joining us.”

When the king said that, the meeting was concluded, and we left the room with Leanne and returned to the courtyard where the carriage was.

We got into the carriage, and it departed.

Also, I am sandwiched between two children, AI-chan and Leanne.

“Otto, what kind of investigation are you planning to do?”

With the carriage moving, I asked Otto, who was in front of me.

“Honestly, it’s a daunting task, so I’m thinking of doing interviews and patrolling around the royal palace… I can’t think of anything else.”

That’s about it.

“Got it. I don’t have any acquaintances here, so I’ll think about what to do for a while.”

I plan to use the whole seven days just to think.

“That should be fine. Most likely, I’m the main help and you were just a bonus. Or rather, you probably want to get back to Celia quickly.”

Well, he understands my intentions.

“Sorry, but I’m counting on you.”

“Sure. I’m from the capital, so I’ll handle things here.”

As Otto and I were talking, the carriage stopped, and when I looked outside, we were in front of the guild.

“Well then, I’ll take my leave here. Guilmas, I’ll start the investigation tomorrow.”

“Understood.”

Otto said that and got out of the carriage.

That left just me, AI-chan, and Leanne at the scene.

“I’m sorry, Yuuma-sama. So, please accompany us for about seven days.”

Leanne apologized.

“Well, it can’t be helped if it’s the king’s request. I’ll think about what kind of investigation to conduct from now on.”

“Thank you. And… um… well…”

Leanne kept glancing at me.

“Shall we talk tomorrow night or so? I don’t know the place.”

“Oh, yes! I’ll come to pick you up tomorrow.”

“Thanks. See you then.”

I said that and got out of the carriage with AI-chan. We then started walking toward the inn.

“What will you do?”

As we walked, AI-chan asked.

“What do you mean? Or rather, about what?”

“Well, let’s talk about Leanne. She’s clearly flirting with you.”

Well, that’s true.

“I don’t know. I won’t do anything about that. It’ll turn out as it will.”

“I see… What about staying in the capital?”

“Not an option. I’ll go back in seven days. That’s decided.”

“I see… That’s very master-like.”

What does “Master-like” even mean?

“Well, I’ll at least join for meals.”

“Is that so… What about the king’s request?”

“What do you think?”

“I think it’s fine to ignore it. Let’s wait for the seven days to pass.”

AI-chan thinks so too.

“Right. I don’t want to get involved in politics.”

“Exactly. There’s only one suspect anyway.”

Yeah.

Avoiding involvement is best.

I’ll just kill time and head back.