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<h1 class="has-text-align-center">Episode 39: I’m busy with work</h1>
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After that, Aina successfully passed the final exam, defending the midnight camp.
It was a battle with several C-rank adventurers, but it seems she had an overwhelming victory with all of them incapacitated.
I didn’t see it firsthand, so I don’t know the details, but according to the receptionist, there’s usually no pattern of passing after defeating all the assailants.
She praised her as a once in a few years talent.
I passed the final exam in an iffy sort of way, so I think Aina who passed the exam properly is amazing. Maybe.
Aina, who was guarding the camp all night, seemed quite tired and fell asleep when she returned to the inn.
I returned to the royal castle alone while Aina was sleeping.
One of the causes of this demihuman incident is my late response, so I had an official investigate it. In addition, I also had to digest the work that had accumulated.
During this time, I asked Aleria to keep an eye on Aina.
My office in the royal castle.
“So what happened to that matter?” (Yuki)
“A merchant who had recently let go of an elf told me that he had purchased it from a bandit who brought it from an elf village.”\n
</ins>\n“Is that so … Did you get a name?”
“Yes. He was guilty of a lot of crimes, and it seems he’s been arrested for a while now since the revised laws came into effect.”
“He couldn’t even cover it up? Well done.”
“I am honored by your praise, Yuki-sama.
Since I took command, the ability of officials as a whole has improved dramatically.
They were also part of the previous monarchy, but it seems it was the correct answer to dismiss the incompetent officials who only ate relying on their age and promote the young and talented officials.
“So all that’s left is to capture the bandits? Since you know that much—— …”
“The hideout has just been located by our insider.”
“You’ve already done that?”
“Yuki-sama, they seem to be leaving the royal capital within a few days and are planning to cross the border.”
“We need to act quickly …”
“Shall I summon the guards?”
“No, don’t underestimate them. Leave this to me.”
“Ha, excuse me.”
If they could easily catch that Aina, it’s better to think they have decent skill by the royal capital’s standard. Currently, only me, Regulus, and Aleria can handle it properly.
If I use “God’s blessing”, Aina may be able to do something about it.\n</ins>\n Hmm……? Well, if you think about it, can’t Aina deal with it?
“Also, did you bring it?”
“I brought it. Here it is.”
I received the desired item from the official.
It’s a pair of handcuffs.
“Is it really possible to weaken someone with such a thing …?”
“Yes, and it’s custom-made, so it’s more powerful than the average.”
When I found Aina, I crushed the handcuffs she had been wearing.
It seems that handcuffs in this world are not just handcuffs, but also serve as a magic tool that weakens abilities.
Even if I capture the bandits, I can’t keep an eye on them.
When I consulted with the official about it, I found out that there was such an item.
I received 10 handcuffs and put them all in my item box.
“Shall I call the guards … Or maybe the knights.”
“No, no need”
“But … at least five people have been confirmed. Won’t it be dangerous?”
“I have an idea, besides the current knights would just slow us down.”
“That’s right. I’m sure it’s because you have the ability to surpass His Majesty.”
“Tomorrow, I’ll take you to the detention center around noon. Oh, also I have a request.”
I pick up a piece of paper and write on it.
I’m already used to writing characters from this world.\n</ins>\n“This is……?”
“It’s an opinion requesting the guild to urgently amend the rules, and I’ve also included a request from the Kingdom. Tell Regulus to sign it.”
Well, in a kingdom where the king has all the power, a written opinion from the king is practically equivalent to an order.
It’s not a big change in the rules, but it needs to be done quickly for various reasons.
“I accept it. Please leave it to me.”
“I’m counting on you”
The official went out of the office.
Now, let’s get the job done today. Let’s proceed at a rapid pace and concentrate for the next 2-3 days.
I have to go out on Aina’s first quest tomorrow.\n