“W-well then… How about having them demonstrate several useful and unprecedented magic spells? No, I won’t say it’s difficult. If you claim that researching new magic is the proper path for a magician, surely you have one or two achievements even at your young age?”
As Gem said this with a half-smiling expression, Rose gave a small laugh.
“I’ve heard that creating new magic takes years, even decades. Isn’t that an unreasonable condition?”
“What are you saying, Princess Rose? We improve the efficiency of existing magic at least once a year, not just every few decades. The effects of this directly benefit Mapleleaf. So, it’s only natural to expect equivalent national benefits from magicians researching new magic. Or do you lack confidence?”
Perhaps interpreting Rose’s words as reinforcement, Gem became even bolder and made provocative statements. However, Rose’s eyes looking at me were filled with curiosity. I couldn’t tell if she wanted to see me lose or if she was interested in new magic.
Under their gazes, I sighed and looked up at Diagio.
“…So, should I demonstrate some magic?”
When I asked, Diagio wiped away his cold sweat and let out a dry laugh.
“That would be helpful.”
Hearing Diagio say this, I felt somewhat unsettled but stood up.
“I thought I was promised treatment equivalent to that of an important foreign dignitary?”
When I said this in an accusing tone, Diagio’s face contorted. In his place, the prime minister began making excuses.
“W-well, we’re truly sorry… However, granting permission to view national secrets could potentially cause resentment, and we also wanted to have some tangible results to show in return…”
As the prime minister gave this seemingly contrived reason, Diagio nodded deeply. Sighing again at this, I looked at Gem, who returned a triumphant smile.
“What’s wrong?”
“…Nothing, I just felt a bit irritated.”
As I said this and turned back to Gem, I saw Alabaster putting his hand to his forehead and looking up at the sky from the corner of my eye.
Now, what should I demonstrate? If we’re talking about useful original magic, perhaps flying magic? But I’ve already used that when coming to the holy city, so Gem should be aware of it.
In that case, Gem’s confidence surely won’t be shaken by mere flying magic.
“…Come to think of it, you were saying something about fire magic, weren’t you?”
Muttering this, I pointed one hand towards Gem.
“W-what!? What are you planning to do!? I’ll have you know, I can cast advanced magic in three measures! Don’t think you can win by brute force!”
Gem started saying such things while holding his staff. I had no intention of fighting, but it’s true that experiencing magic firsthand would be more impactful.
Well, for now, I’ll demonstrate the magic and see how it goes. I’ll use one of the strongest spells in my repertoire.
I concentrated magical power at my fingertips, bringing all five fingers together in a knife-hand shape. Pouring most of my magical power into it, I gradually extended it forward from my fingertips. When enough magical power had gathered, I opened my mouth.
“Divine Flame Spear, Falarica.”
The moment I whispered this, blue-white flames erupted from my fingertips. The flames enveloped my arm from the elbow down, and in an instant, a spear of flame extended to just beside Gem.
The flame spear, which pierced halfway up the seemingly stone staircase, began melting its surroundings as if it were glass melting at high temperatures. The temperature at the core is set to around 1500 degrees Celsius, so it should be able to melt stone with almost no resistance. I’ve kept it more than a meter away from the people around to avoid burns.
“Hieee!?”
As Gem tumbled down the stairs to get away, I lightly moved the flame spear in that direction. The stone staircase melted further and was cut through.
“N-noooo…!?”
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Seeing Diagio’s panicked expression on the stairs, I quickly shortened the flame spear to adjust its length. It seems I had melted about a third of the stairs, causing the upper surface to tilt.
“W-w-what kind of magic is that…!?”
Gem shouted, face pale. The hall was in an uproar, and some even pointed their swords at me.
“It’s an original fire magic. Red-scaled dragons living in volcanoes were resistant to fire magic, so I strengthened my fire magic through practice until I could defeat them. For now, it can easily cut through iron, mithril, and even orichalcum.”
Upon hearing this, Gem spat and yelled.
“Nonsense! Red-scaled dragons living in volcanoes are the highest-class fire dragons! There’s no magician who can defeat such a thing alone! And orichalcum, you say!? That’s royal family treasure class, a metal so precious it’s called the metal of the gods! There’s no way a little girl like you could get your hands on such a thing!”
Seeing Gem, who had lost himself in anger, Rose stepped forward with a face like she had found something interesting.
“…Seeing how easily it cut and melted the stone staircase, we can’t necessarily dismiss it as a lie. One of the treasures of the Holy Empire of Maple Leaf, the orichalcum dagger, is in Your Majesty’s possession, isn’t it?”
Rose said this with a somewhat pleased expression and looked at Diagio on the stairs.
“W-wait a moment. I can’t possibly allow the use of this dagger. This is the most important treasure of the Holy Empire. I absolutely cannot permit its use for a test cut.”
Diagio hurriedly put his hand on his waist. Apparently, he always keeps it with him. Looking at Diagio protecting himself on the tilted stairs, I remembered that I had partially destroyed the audience chamber. I went too far because I got a little angry.
Although we’re in the middle of a conversation, let me repair it first.
“Stone Craft, Block Rock.”
Muttering this, I used earth magic. I reshaped and solidified the stairs that had been melted and deformed. In about ten seconds, it returned to its original shape. It should be twice as sturdy now, so I hope that will be forgiven.
“…J-just now, was that chantless casting?”
As I was checking the quality of the stairs, Gem uttered in apparent shock.
Then, Balbrea, who had come to the audience chamber, opened her mouth as if exasperated.
“Why are you surprised now? It was the same earlier, wasn’t it? Besides, if you had thoroughly investigated for two days, you should have known that Miss Aoi can use magic without incantations. Did you choose to ignore everything inconvenient to you?”
As Balbrea said this, Gem turned around with wide eyes.
“No way… chantless casting is impossible. How could such a thing…”
Seeing Gem unable to hide his agitation, Balbrea snorted and waved his hand.
“It’s that new magic you hate so much. Listening to it is tantamount to declaring defeat, you know? Just keep that composed face on and stay quiet.”
As Balbrea dismissed him, Awad let out a deep sigh.
“…Vice Magician Chief Gem. Miss Aoi was using magic non-verbally in the laboratory as well. According to reports, for all attributes. Didn’t you investigate?”
When Awad confirmed this in a form of follow-up attack, Gem fell silent as if choking.
“Vice Magician Chief Gem.”
Diagio uttered the name in a single word.
Gem jumped at this and turned around.
“Y-Your Majesty…! T-that is…”
Seeing Gem unable to hide his agitation, Diagio shook his head with a sigh.
“You’d better leave this room. Wait until I call for you another day.”
Told this by Diagio, Gem’s face looked like that of a convicted criminal receiving a sentence. Under various kinds of gazes from everyone, Gem disappeared from the audience chamber.
I thought about offering some follow-up as I felt a bit sorry for him, but I couldn’t find the words.
As I was thinking about this, I heard Diagio’s voice.
“…Miss Aoi.”
When I looked up at being called, Diagio was looking at me with an indescribable expression.
“Gem was disrespectful. It seems we were the ones who needed to learn. I too am a magician of sorts. I understand the nature of chantless magic. Also, I believe I understand the terrifying power of the fire magic you just demonstrated. If you’d be willing, I’d like you to teach our talented magicians your magic. For that purpose, I’m willing to disclose information about our country’s confidential healing magic.”
Diagio’s attitude had changed completely from earlier, becoming much more humble.
It seems things have become easier to handle as a result.
“Thank you. However, Lord Awad has already taught me healing magic, so I’d like to see the magic of other saints or holy maidens.”
I express my gratitude while also conveying my request. At this, Diagio looked at Awad with a puzzled expression.
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