Rex, the king, sits at the head of the table, flanked by Duke Eric, Chancellor Magna, Deputy Knight Commander Daim, and Margrave Galm.
"So, Daim. How was the battle between Tifanna, the Knight Commander, and Cain the other day?"
King Rex spoke first, asking Daim.
"Yes, sir. The Commander fought using only physical enhancement at first, but then she began to wield her signature wind magic, increasing the speed of her sword techniques. Even so, Lord Cain handled it with ease."
King Rex sighed.
"At five years old, to be this strong... It's hard to predict what will happen next. â Galm, how about your child?"
"He sneaked out of his room and went hunting in the Monster Forest. He apparently defeated the Red Dragon in the mansion's hall all by himself. When I saw it, I nearly fainted."
Everyone nodded.
"That's an SS-class monster. To defeat it alone, he's an extraordinary child."
King Rex seemed to share the same sentiment.
Daim began to speak as if he had just remembered something.
"By the way, when I asked Lord Cain if he was a hero or a messenger of the gods, his body reacted."
"Wh-What?!"
Everyone was shocked.
"Could he be a hero or a messenger of the gods?"
"Recently, I asked Cain to show me his status, but he refused. There might be something to it."
Galm also spoke as if he had just remembered something.
"We can test it. Show him 'That.'"
Chancellor Magna began to speak.
"'That'... It might reveal whether he is a hero or not."
King Rex nodded.
"Bring Cain here immediately. I will prepare 'That.'"
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In the usual reception room, King Rex, Duke Eric, Chancellor Magna, Margrave Galm, and Deputy Knight Commander Daim were seated. Cain was sitting in the middle.
"Your Majesty, I have come as you called. My father is also here. What is the matter today? If it's about the glass, it's not ready yet, so please wait a little longer."
Cain, who had become accustomed to being surrounded by the country's prominent figures, was not intimidated by the situation.
"Cain, there's something I want you to see. Magna, bring it out."
He took out a carefully wrapped item and opened it, revealing a book. The cover read "Imperial Magic Book."
"This is the Imperial Magic Book passed down in the royal family. It is said to have been written by the first king and has been carefully preserved through the generations."
The king explained.
"An Imperial Magic Book!? You're letting me see it?"
In the royal library, the highest level of magic books was only Super-Class. This was the first time he had seen an Imperial-level book, so he couldn't help but be interested.
"Yes, Cain, you can look."
The king handed him the book. As Cain flipped through the pages, he saw the names and effects of Imperial-level magic written in Japanese.
Thinking it was a new magic book, Cain had forgotten that it was written in Japanese, which he could read normally.
"Of course..."
King Rex muttered. The others were silent. Cain looked up from the book and tilted his head at the king.
"Cain, we can't read this book. Do you know why?"
Cain looked at the book again. Indeed, he could read what was written because it was in Japanese.
"Ah!!!!!!!!!"
Cain seemed to understand. He collapsed in his chair and fell to the floor.
"Cain, sit up first. This is a book left by the first king. It is written in 'Japanese' and is known as the 'Imperial Magic Book,' but no one can read its contents."
Cain sat back in his chair with a resigned look.
"Cain, I will ask you again. Who are you?"
The king looked at Cain straight in the eye. Galm did the same.
"Understood... I will tell the truth. However, can this be kept between the people here?"
Cain answered with a resigned tone. Everyone nodded.
"I am definitely Galm's son. That is certain. However, I have memories from my previous life, and they are from a different world. That different world is the same country as the first king. The name of that country is 'Japan.'"
"..."
A moment of silence filled the room.
"I had a feeling you weren't an ordinary five-year-old, but memories from the same country as the first king..."
The king nodded in understanding.
"Is it really my child with Sara? Are you sure?"
Galm asked worriedly.
"Yes, I am sure. I heard it from the Life God, Lime, during my baptism at five years old."
"Did you meet a god!?"
Everyone was shocked. Meeting a god was not a common occurrence. Even in the church, only a Saint could receive divine messages, but direct meetings were rare.
Cain, regretting his slip, explained.
"Yes. During my baptism and church services. I have met all seven gods."
Since most of it was already out, Cain decided to be honest.
"All seven gods... Is that why you couldn't show Galm your status?"
The king asked.
"Yes, that's part of the reason. I couldn't show my titles, abilities, and blessings."
"Can you show us now? Of course, this will be kept between us."
"..."
Cain cast a spell with a resigned look.
"Status Open"
"Status"
ăNameăCain von Silford
ăRaceăHuman ăGenderăMale ăAgeă5
ăTitlesăThird Son of the Margrave, Reincarnated, Messenger of the Gods, Nemesis of the Monster Forest, Destroyer of Nature, Dragon Slayer, Favored by the Gods
ăLevelă298
ăHPă5,857,240/5,857,240
ăMPă102,643,240/102,643,240
ăAbilitiesăSSS
- Strength SSS
- Endurance SSS
- Intelligence SSS
- Agility SSS
- Magic Power SSS
ăMagică
- Creation Magic Lv.10
- Fire Magic Lv.10
- Wind Magic Lv.10
- Water Magic Lv.10
- Earth Magic Lv.10
- Light Magic Lv.10
- Dark Magic Lv.10
- Space-Time Magic Lv.10
- Life Magic
- Composite Magic
ăSkillsă
- Appraisal Lv.10
- Item Box Lv.10
- Martial Arts Lv.10
- Physical Combat Lv.10
- Physical Resistance Lv.10
- Magic Resistance Lv.10
ăBlessingsă
- Blessing of the Creation God Lv.10
- Blessing of the Life God Lv.10
- Blessing of the Magic God Lv.10
- Blessing of the Earth God Lv.10
- Blessing of the War God Lv.10
- Blessing of the Skill God Lv.10
- Blessing of the Commerce God Lv.10
"..."
Everyone was speechless after seeing the status. Time passed without anyone speaking. After a few minutes, King Rex was the first to move.
"I never knew that there were blessings with levels above 5. Cain, is what is written here true? If so, every citizen of this country, no, the entire world, would have to kneel before you. As a king, I would have to do the same. As a Messenger of the Gods, you hold the highest position."
King Rex said weakly.
"Your Majesty, if possible, I would like to continue as usual. I am Galm's son and just a five-year-old."
Cain preferred to keep things as they were.
"Understood, I appreciate it. Now I understand why you've been doing things that are beyond the norm."
King Rex nodded in understanding.
"From now on, if something happens, will you help this country?"
King Rex looked at Cain straight in the eye.
"I am a baron of the Effort Kingdom. I like this country, and I have Princess Teresia, Silk, and my family here, so I intend to protect it. Mistakes need to be corrected, of course."
Cain answered honestly. King Rex sighed in relief.
"Normally, I should elevate you to a duke, but this must remain a secret. If I elevate you too quickly, it will raise unnecessary suspicions. I will gradually elevate you over time. There are also some noisy people who would object to you being just a baron."
Cain thought of Duke Cordino and smiled wryly.
"I will not speak of today's events. Not even to family or anyone else. Everyone, understood?"
Everyone bowed in respect to King Rex's command.
"I was sad when you said you couldn't show your status, but seeing this, I understand. I'm sorry, Cain."
Galm smiled at him.
This was the day Cain's secret was revealed at the age of five.