The information that 'Makin. A transfer studen. Has been arrested' was given to us on the last day of the semester when all the final exam dates are over and the summer vacation will start tomorrow.
The school explained that they kept it quiet until the last minute so that the students would not be upset and adversely affect their exam (test) scores.
But the school probably kept it a secret to prevent the students from spreading rumors and giving the school and the monarchy (Britannica) the wrong impression. Tetteh guessed so.
Such a tet fought against the regular knights of Britannica in the basement of the school and was defeated. When he woke up in the infirmary – everything was already over. The transfer of Machin. The final exa. And the end-of-term ceremony.
"Wait a minute...! I don't agree! This... Thing!"
Through the closed main gate. Across the thick iron fenc. A uniformed Tett eats at Headmaster Wile. Who remains on the school grounds.
Howeve. Wiles looked no different than he normally woul. Locking the main gate and also locking it with magic.
'I'm sorr. Mr. Tett. From this moment o. We teachers will be on summer vacation. If there's anything you want to inquire abou. Please do so after the summer break."
"Screw yo...!"
It wasn't because Tet was furious and resentful that he couldn't participate in the final exam and wanted me to retake it or anything like that. In the first plac. There was no longer any reason for her to remain in this academy.
He found an underground library and discovered a tool called "Laptop" Built with transcendent technology. But for having it in his possessio. His master Makina has been arrested.
The most important thing to remember is that you can't just take a chance on a new studen. You have to take a chance on a student who is a transfer student. The school has been throwing the entire process to the Knight. And although they didn't punish Tet for violating the school rule. They also didn't give any information to them.
'Why only the Princess... Machina in the first place! I should be just as guilty!!!!"
I'm afraid I can't answer that. For more informatio. Ask the Order."
I've already asked the Knights! But the knights also told me to 'ask the academy for more details'! It won't help if both of them said the same thing!''
"So I'm told. Who to capture and what to do with those you captur. That's a knight's jo. Isn't it?"
Wiles lazily repeats ambiguous or unanswerable answers.
Not wanting to deal with any of Tette's questions or ange. The crafty Wiles turned his back on Tette and went straight back to the school building.
Damn...!"
With his clenched fis. He punched the main gate of the school building. Howeve. The thick iron fence shook violentl. But the gate was never opened. –The next time it will open will be after the summer break.
"Tet-kun..."
His classmate Zeke is looking worriedly at his bac. Where his frustration is showing. The Hynes family members such as Erik. Kemmy and Smyrna as well as Zek. Lean close to Tette. Who is drooping down.
Makin. Te. And Zeke and the others should have been the same ones who broke into the basement. Howeve. Only Makina was taken in for the sole reason that 'she touched the tablet (laptop) first'. The others were only lightly questione. And no blame was placed on them.
It's too inexplicable. As soon as Tette woke u. She went to the Order's stuffing station and asked again and again about Makina's whereabouts and her punishment.
Howeve. The knight of Britannica said in front of Te. Who was supposed to be the person concerne. "I can't tell outsiders about the case I'm investigating.
"...B. If there's anything we can do to hel. We're here to help...!"
Zeke encourages and calls out to Tette. Who is stuck.
As a frien. Zeke wanted to repay Te. The master who had taught him swordsmanship.
I'm not very smart eithe. But if there's anything I can do to help...!"
I'm not going to let you get into trouble with the knight. Kemmy. But... I studied in the same magic department and I'll help you if you want to help Makina."
Kemmy and Erika are also worried about their friend Makina. And not only Smyrn. The insurance docto. But also Wallac. The homeroom teacher of the knight departmen. Who is from the Britannica knight backgroun. Were scrambling to investigate this case and rescue Makina somehow.
I also received a letter from Elys and Ottaw. The Royal Librarian who had been their guarantors when they entered the school. If a new student causes any problem. The guarantors are supposed to be held responsibl. But they were only contacted and no action was taken.
"Thank. Zeke.... But I can't... Involve others in this any more than I already have."
Since we came to King's Landin. We've been involved with many. Many people are concerned about us now. I felt very grateful and happy about that.
But at the same tim. Tetteh also sensed the "Great will" Of the great power called Britannic. Like a conspiracy. In such a situatio. They thought that they couldn't afford to make the people who were good to them unhappy.
"Bu. But what are you going to do about it...!"
"The winners of the... Sword Arts Tournament were given 'privileges. Right?"
"Yea. They're offering free all-you-can-eat food in the cafeteria all year round..."
I don't think it's that wa. Kemmy.
She makes a natural mistake eventhough it's a serious situatio. But her sister Erika calmly points it out and corrects her.
Certainl. The preferential treatment in the cafeteria also applies to the winner of the sword competition. Howeve. The real right is the 'recommendation' one.
Those who achieve excellent results at the elite Square Academ. As represented by Nash in the Magic Departmen. Are scouted by the Knights and Magicians even while they are still in school. Howeve. Most of them wait until they graduate before they join the organization – but according to the system (rules. It is possible to "Skip a grade".
"You can't help yoursel. Can you?..."
And Tetteh makes up her mind.
Raised in the Kingdom of Grandel since childhoo. He is proud to be a Knight of Grande. And has honed his swordsmanshi. Which was passed down from King Arthur.
It's a choice that twists the pride of such a knigh. And pushes his own 'core' to the limi. But even s. Protecting his lord (Machina) is the mission of the knights of Grande. And of himself (Tetteh).
The blade that protects the princes. The black knight who values pride and tradition – he gritted his teeth before turning aroun. And with a look full of convictio. He conveyed his decision to Zeke and the others.
"–I will be a Knight of Britannica...!"
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"... In light of the above factor. Makin. A D-level (rank) adventure. Is sentenced to '15 years imprisonment' for trespassin. Thef. And obstructing a knight in the performance of his duties."
Makina's vision went white for a moment as she heard the old judge's verdict.
At the same tim. The blonde's head felt the impact of being struck repeatedly with an iron hammer. But it was the sound of the judge banging his gavel to announce the closing of court.
"O. No..."
Inside a small courtroo. With no audience or defense counsel.
Makin. Born and raised as a princess in the Kingdom of Grande. Was put on trial as a suspect for the first time in her life.
And for perhaps the first time in the long history of the Kingdom of Grande. He was recognized as the first ever 'sinner' among the numerous royal families.
While dressed in her school unifor. Makina's wrists were fitted with metal handcuffs. The handcuffs were massive and heavy to make her aware of the weight of the crime she had committe. But she felt they were too heavy for her (Makina) to bear.
"Why... Because... I'm...!"
With a face of despai. Makina stood there stunned. The tears she was shedding had dried up. She just stood ther. Unable to accept the reality that she would be in prison for 15 years.
Fifteen years. In 15 year. I will be over 30 years old.
Unraveling the mysteries of lewd magic (Gerwes. Finding and defeating avenging mage. Rather than regaining the homeland – it became difficult to even return to the world (Shaba. To the life of an adventurer.
The road to the restoration of the Kingdom of Grandel has gone far.
"... Trial is over. We're going to transfer you to a holding cell.
Makina is knocked down to the depths of despair and is unable to move an inch. The two knights are walking on both sides of he. Holding her in place.
One is the blonde pony-tailed female knight who restrained Makina in the underground library. She looks like a youn. Petite gir. Just a little taller than Makina. But her grip on her slender arms is as strong as a knight'. And Makina's arm strength is unlikely to be enough to shake her off.
'Wel. I know you're not happy about a lot of thing.... I know you're not happy about a lot of thing. But you've got the right to go to court again. Don't be so depressed."
The other was a young knight with reddish-brown hair who had defeated Tet.
I should stun them with magic and escape – thought Makina for a momen. But that's impossible. The handcuffs are made from a special ore found in the Wells Volcano mining are. Which has the effect of blocking all magic and magical powers.
It's a natural countermeasure against criminals who deal in magi. Which means that right now Makina is in a state where she can't use any magic at al. She's just an impotent girl.
And having been sentenced to fifteen years' imprisonmen. Princess Grande. Unable to resis. Was led out of the court and placed in a carriage.
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"... But I still think it's wack. Don't I?"
In a rattlin. Rocking carriage.
Of Makina sitting face down in the middle seat and the knights sitting on either side of he. The male knight suddenly insisted loudly.
"... What?"
The female knigh. Who was staring out the window to the right of Makin. Looked aghast at her partner's assertio. But listened in a manner of speaking.
The most important thing to remember is that you can't just sit back and watch the world go by.
'Becaus. You know. If it's a big case that the public is interested i. There's no reason to rush it like this."
The young knight's argument was extremely plausible.
A female knight who had worked with him in the field and had captured and dealt with many criminals. Even she could understand what he was trying to sa. And she was just as uncomfortable with this case as he was.
It' s just–
"It doesn't matter to us whether... The mission is right or wrong. We just do exactly what the king tells us to do."
To be a cog in the wheel that keeps the Kingdom of Britannica running smoothly. To be the king's sword and shiel. And to remain a proud knight. As for the female knigh. She does not dispute or question the king's decisions. She swore absolute loyalty to the king and seemed to be ready (stance) to work solemnly.
"I'm not going to say i. But.....
Howeve. The young knight's lips twitched as if to sa. "I'm not convinced.
Soo. Howeve. The discussion was interrupted when the carriage carrying the three men came to a halt.
Get out.
And the. Led by the lady knigh. Makina dismounted from the carriage and slowly looked up with a somber look on her face – the "Great Prison. Which is located on the outskirts of the Royal Capital and looks like a hug. Black fortress.
"The Arca Trust Grand Jail.... This is where you'll spend the next 15 years of your life."