The Returned Sword King Decided to Become a Tyrant Chapter 83
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“Ancient magic… … .”
1. Summoned to the Prince’s office, Deputy Chief Wilford carefully examined the research records brought by Layton.
Then I started tilting my head, looking through other research materials I had already read.
“Hmm? Are there any other things?”
“Yes, that’s right.”
“… … I see.”
All that was included in the small package Layton brought were research records.
It was a look that could be described as being completely devoted to research. Wilford scratched his head as he felt someone come to mind.
“Your Majesty, I understand about the ancient magic. Then, which department would you like to assign me to?”
“There is no need to be bound by existing formats. Let’s create a new department.”
There was no department in Esteban’s Tower that studied ancient magic. However, Layton’s true value came from studying ancient magic.
Placing such a Layton in an existing research department is nothing but a waste of manpower.
The problem, on the other hand, was that it could require additional budget to go there.
“But it may not be unrelated to Esteban’s development.”
As I said that, I looked at Matapju. Then Matapju nodded, understanding my intention.
“There are several possibilities, but with the help of Iza, we will be able to decipher the defensive magic engraved on the magic stone first. And we may be able to hasten the revival of ancient magic right away.”
“Hmm… … .”
Butopju was also one of the people who received the information about ancient magic.
That’s why the idea that defensive spells could be interpreted and the possibility of the revival of ancient magic were very positive stories.
“And this is a story that came to mind after discussing it with Your Majesty… … .”
“Hmm? Was there anything else?”
“It seems that ancient magic can be used by grafting it onto modern things.”
“Is that true?”
You use a mix of ancient and modern magic?!
The butt-top lord looked at me with a surprised expression. I shrugged my shoulders in agreement.
“The full revival of ancient magic will be a long-term goal.”
And in the process, the knowledge of ancient magic that I learned was to be naturally incorporated into existing magic. That was my ‘final plan’ and the ultimate goal of the Magic Tower.
Wilford sighed when he heard my plan.
“… … That would be a long story.”
“No, it won’t be that far.”
Originally, the Magic Tower was supposed to play a supporting role for the knights as originally intended. In fact, that was my plan right after returning.
However, the birth of the Archmage did not stop at supporting the knights, but presented a foundation for a direction that could become another main axis for Esteban.
Esteban, who was called the country of knights and lived up to that reputation, is now no longer biased to one side.
And the link that would make it possible would be ancient magic.
‘That would mean we’ve eliminated Esteban’s biggest weakness.’
… … Yes, then in fact the minimum conditions are satisfied.
I said after gently patting his right arm.
“Wilford, the Tower Master, you should adjust your schedule so that Iza can adjust to the Tower for the time being. I have left the work-related instructions to the Tower Master, so you don’t need to worry about that part.”
“Yes, Your Majesty.”
And then my gaze turned elsewhere.
“I’ll give you a task along those lines.”
“……yes?”
This was said to Layton, who was unable to come to his senses due to the series of events.
He looked blankly at the book George had brought and asked.
“that…….”
“These are ancient records brought from the palace archives. Their quality will be different from those available on the market.”
“Oh, ancient records… …!”
It was his specialty and his whole life. Upon receiving it, Layton’s eyes began to glow with life as if he had found his calling.
I slowly twisted the corners of my mouth as I watched that sight.
“Finish organizing it within four days and deliver it to Matapju. The subsequent tasks will proceed based on it. You guys should be able to do it.”
“Oh, I understand! I won’t disappoint you!”
“hmm.”
My theory that if you keep rolling, you can quickly catch up to your pre-regression skills was also applicable to ancient universities.
Using tools appropriately and in the right places was the shortcut to development.
* * *
The moonlight that came a few days later cast a charming light on the First Prince’s office. If I had to describe it, it was extremely quiet and still.
But it wasn’t the report from George who came to the office.
“News has arrived from the Federal Empire.”
“Let me hear it.”
“They have dispatched personnel to monitor the entire empire, including small and medium-sized cities. They seem to view the events at the old palace as a magical terrorist attack.”
I shrugged at those words.
You fools.
Well, it would be strange not to think of it as terrorism when you see such traces. And not knowing that it is a misunderstanding.
“Well, I see. Thanks to that, I guess I’m off the suspect list.”
“However, there will be many restrictions on future spatial movement to the Federal Empire.”
It was a question that had been on my mind all along. It was also an expression of concern as to why such a thing had happened.
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Of course, the reason for that was simple.
“It was just a venting of anger.”
“yes?”
The guy asked back, not even noticing his expression distorting.
I left the absurdity behind me and picked up the wine glass on the table. Then I smiled leisurely.
“I hated the sight of that dazzling sight.”
“… … .”
“But this situation isn’t so bad?”
If I used teleportation while their surveillance was widespread, it was clear that my tail would be discovered. It was clearly a loss.
But, thinking about it the other way around, that meant that their magical forces were spreading out and starting to operate.
“Release the magicians and have them watch over them by regularly releasing magical power… … Will those guys who only repeated their research in the workshop be able to endure that?”
“Certainly… … I could get tired of the constant surveillance work.”
“Yes. Wizards will gradually become dissatisfied with stress and exhaustion.”
And that would sow division among the high-level magicians.
A small division between the Imperial Family, who want to prevent the same thing from happening, and the undermanned Magic Tower.
If something like that happened while the war with the northern barbarians was still going on, it would be a huge gain.
“… … If we’re not careful, dissatisfied personnel could leak out.”
“Yes. The mere fact that such a possibility exists will weaken their cohesion.”
Thanks to their shenanigans, he was cleared of suspicion and distracted the magical forces while the war was going on.
And it has also succeeded in causing discontent.
And the impact doesn’t stop there.
I smiled leisurely and continued speaking.
“How long do you think the war between the Federation Empire and the Barbarians will last?”
“There were this and that, but… … Well, even so, considering the power of the barbarians, for the next two years or so… … .”
“No, the war will be over before next winter comes.”
“Next winter?”
George stroked his chin with a surprised expression.
Even if there is a brief lull, it seems like they think it will be a long time before the war ends completely.
Certainly, even now, the two forces were burning hostility towards each other as if it would never subside.
“Of course, predicting the future involves many variables. But even so, it doesn’t deviate from the basic outline.”
“… … Then, Your Majesty, are you sure that their eyes will turn to us before winter comes?”
“Yes. Of course, war won’t break out immediately.”
“her.”
And I was the only one who knew the signs. I was the only one who knew the flow that I called the ‘basic outline’.
… … Yes, the Fourth Prince will already be on guard against me. At least the time has been shortened, and it will not be pushed back to later.
As expected, George had a very complicated expression on his face. He knew exactly what she meant.
“Winter… … It’s too early to avoid war, but we’re not even ready for the ancient magic yet… … .”
“So we have to use every means at our disposal. This includes the palace. We have to make them as alert as possible.”
“yes?!”
What does it mean to plant more seeds when reducing the level of alertness is not enough?
At this, George furrowed his brow as if he couldn’t understand, and then spoke calmly.
“If we instill a sense of alarm, the Federal Empire will be more prepared. Wouldn’t it be better to let them down their guard?”
“No.”
“Why… … .”
“Because we have the double-edged sword of the Holy Empire.”
“What the heck is that… … .”
The terms of the agreement with the Holy Empire were a strong diplomatic break with the Federal Empire.
And if the contents of such an agreement were to be made public, they would have no choice but to be more vigilant about Esteban.
That’s why it’s called a double-edged sword. In return, even if you move cautiously, the time they have to spend preparing for war will increase.
After I finished my brief explanation, I continued speaking.
“But that means that our Esteban is also given the same amount of time to prepare for war.”
“… … Since their preparations will be thorough anyway, are you saying that we should delay the war by further highlighting ourselves?”
“Yeah, that’s right.”
In that sense, revealing the events at the palace and the existence of the Archmage was for the same reason as bringing in the Holy Empire.
And even before that. It was also the war between the Federation Empire and the barbarians that led to it.
I said, looking into George’s worried eyes.
“In the end, what matters is that Esteban and the guys have the same amount of time to prepare. Everything else is just a means.”
“But they are an empire. The gap between them and Esteban, who is not prepared at all, will only grow wider… … .”
“Am I not moving to prevent that from happening?”
“… … !”
George’s eyes opened wide at those confident words. On the other hand, my lips curved slightly.
“Even basic magic research is part of the process of preparing for war. Not a single thing I have accomplished with my own hands has been done without preparation.”
“That, that is… … .”
I already knew that the Federal Empire’s technology, capital, and manpower were nothing compared to the weak nation of Esteban.
That’s why I’ve been moving without resting even for a moment. More than they’re prepared for, so that this flow can become an opportunity for Esteban.
“I once told my father that our relationship with the Federal Empire was deteriorating beyond control.”
“… … .”
“And I have been waiting for that moment since the moment I met Asus.”
So I have prepared for this. No, I have made it happen with my own hands.
So that I can finally crush the Federal Empire under my feet.
“You can harvest the fruits slowly. There is still plenty of time left for Esteban.”
It was anger that was forged in a shameful death.
