In this world, unlike in the Japan of his previous life, the security is not good. It is a world where many children die even after being born. That is why, when a child reaches the age of five and grows up safely, it is customary to celebrate their growth and pray to the gods for their future development. It is said that the ability to use status magic is also granted by the gods through prayer.
"I haven't really celebrated birthdays before, come to think of it."
Generally, celebrations are held at the ages of five, ten, and fifteen, with adulthood being recognized at fifteen. Cain was thinking about this world while changing into the noble's attire that had been prepared for him.
"Master Cain, are you almost ready to go?"
The door was knocked on, and Silvia entered the room.
"Silvia, I'm ready."
He left the room with Silvia, who had come to call him in her usual maid's uniform. Outside the door, his father, mother, and older sister Reine were already waiting.
"Father, I'm sorry to have kept you waiting."
Cain bowed his head to his father in apology for being late. Galm waved his hand with a laugh in response.
"It's fine. Still, you look different in formal attire, Cain. You really do resemble Sara."
"Cain-kun, you're so cute!"
Reine approached Cain upon seeing him. Given their age difference, she had a bit of a big brother complex, but she was a sister who took good care of him. When he wasn't in his room practicing magic, she often searched the mansion for him. Cain always tried to hide and avoid being found during his practice.
"Thank you, Reine-nee-sama."
Cain smiled and responded sincerely. The carriage was ready, and the butler Sebastian came to call them.
"Everyone, please come this way. The carriage is ready."
The whole family got into the carriage. Galm sat at the back, with Sara next to him. Reine and Cain sat opposite them.
"Let's go."
After the butler's signal, the carriage began to move slowly.
"By the way, when the status magic is granted, how will it appear?"
Cain had never seen status magic before, so he asked Reine.
"You've never seen it, Cain-kun? I'll show you!"
Reine chanted as she said this.
"Status Open"
A semi-transparent glass-like screen floated in front of Reine.
"When you say 'Status,' only you can see it. 'Status Open' allows others to see it."
"Wow, Reine-nee-sama."
She showed him the semi-transparent glass-like screen.
"Cain-kun! Come closer. I'll show you."
Cain moved closer to Reine and looked at the semi-transparent screen.
Status
【Name】Reine von Silford
【Race】Human 【Gender】Female 【Age】9
【Level】1
【HP】130/130
【MP】220/220
【Ability】D
【Title】Eldest Daughter of the Margrave, Cain's Big Fan
【Magic】
Wind Attribute Lv.1
Water Magic Lv.1
Fire Magic Lv.1
Life Magic
【Skills】
Etiquette Lv.2
【Blessings】
Blessing of the Magic God Lv.2
"..."
He saw a title he shouldn't have.
"Ah! I left the title visible. Cain, did you see it?"
She looked at Cain with a slightly embarrassed face.
"Reine-nee-sama can use three attributes of magic!"
Cain pretended he hadn't seen it.
"That's good to hear."
Reine, who was sitting next to him, sighed in relief and smiled.
"Reine has the aptitude for three attributes of magic and a blessing level of 2, so she might become a court magician in the future."
Galm also smiled. It seemed Reine had a fairly good status.
"Magic and blessings have levels from 1 to 5, with more being stronger. The level of magic can be increased through training, and the level of blessings can be increased if the gods favor you."
It is said that court magicians have magic levels and blessing levels of 3 to 5. If they reach level 5, they are considered great figures who leave their names in history.
Looking out the carriage window, the streets of the Gracia territory were lined with shops and stalls, bustling with many people. After about thirty minutes, the carriage arrived at the church, and they got off at the main entrance and headed to the reception.
"I am Galm von Silford Gracia. My son has turned five today, and we have come for his baptism. The priest should have been informed."
Galm spoke to the receptionist.
"Yes, the priest has informed us. Please follow me, Lord."
The receptionist bowed politely to the lord and led the family. She walked ahead and guided them, opening a door and bowing to the side.
"The altar is being prepared. Please wait in this room."
The room they were led to was not luxurious, but it was a cozy reception room. Galm sat at the back, with Sara next to him. Reine and Cain sat opposite them. A nun brought in tea for everyone and placed it in front of them.
"Once everything is ready, we will come to fetch you. Please wait a moment."
"Cain, it's finally happening. You don't need to be so nervous. The priest will explain everything as it happens. After the baptism, we'll celebrate at home. Cain's debut party will be held separately."
"Cain-kun, I hope you get a lot of magic aptitude and blessings!"
Reine was always smiling, being there with him.
"He's my child. I think he has magic aptitude. I hope it's as good as Reine's."
Mother Sara was also in a good mood.
Thanks to Cain's relentless practice in hiding, he could already use all four elements of magic. He believed he had no problem with his aptitude. If he showed his aptitude for the four elements, his parents would be pleased. Thinking about this, he took a sip of tea and relaxed.
As the family chatted, there was a knock on the door, and a nun entered the room.
"Everyone, everything is ready. Please follow me. This way."
Following the nun, they arrived at the altar room. In front of the altar, a priest was waiting, and in the back, seven statues of the gods stood, with a slightly larger one in the center. Sunlight streamed in through the windows, casting a magical glow.
"Lord, thank you for waiting. We will now begin the baptism of Cain von Silford. Cain, please come forward."
Encouraged by his father, Galm, Cain knelt before the priest and clasped his hands.
"Cain von Silford, the seven gods of the Marinford faith celebrate your fifth birthday. Continue to praise the gods in the future."
The priest then turned to the statues of the gods, knelt, and clasped his hands.
"O gods who watch over this world, grant Cain von Silford the status magic and show him the way."
At that moment, Cain's vision turned completely white.
I thought I had saved the draft up to the previous chapter, but it was already published. I will try to post daily from now on. Thank you for your support.