The Reincarnated Count’s Daughter Is the Strongest as She Is Loved by the Spirits, Though She Is Only Wishing for Regular Romance! - Chapter 9.1
Chapter 9 : The Court Mage Otaku Theory
“It’s an honor to meet you. I am Diadora Eibel von Belisario.”
I picked up the dress and curtsied it, and when I looked up, everyone there was looking at me with serious eyes, as if they had just discovered a rare species.
“Oh, so you are Diadora. How cute.”
Her Majesty Ephenia smiled as she looked at my face, and then to the balls of light of all attributes that lined above me. She often speaks highly of my mother, but that’s because they are friends.
While looking at me with a watchful gaze, her head seemed to be doing all kinds of calculations at full speed. That’s right. She’s the empress, after all. A single decision by this person could lead to the destruction of the country.
The General’s gaze is the same. However, his unwavering focus was on my father rather than me. With his connection to the Spirit King and being the father of someone like me, The General must be curious about the future stance and demands of my father, as well as the extent of his influence in the court.
“It’s no wonder Chris boasted about his younger siblings.”
Prince Andrew gave me a kind smile, and then spoke to Chris. This child must also be unable to maintain a calm demeanor deep down.
If things continue as they are now, neither he nor the second prince will be able to obtain the spirits. However, it’s good that the princes have realized that it’s not their fault, but rather the fault of the adults who angered the Spirit King by destroying the forest.
“The five people behind me are The Court Mages. I’m sorry for bringing so many people with me. They were insisting on wanting to see the spirit beasts and the Spirit King with their own eyes.”
When the imperial family moved to the side, five men in black robes emerged from between the teleportation arrays.
The guy at the front of the group is probably in his mid-thirties. He has a gloomy face and shaggy chestnut hair. Maybe he’s The Chief Mage of The Imperial Court. Three spirits of different attributes are hovering over his right shoulder.
The Deputy Chief Mage standing right behind him was a man in his mid-twenties with a pretty face, but he was unhealthily thin and had bad posture. He, too, is observing me with a curious look on his face.
The other three are also interested in researching magic and spirits, but they don’t seem to be interested in their appearance at all. The fact that they were not interacting with the spirits even though they were so absorbed in the subject made me wonder if they had become narrow-minded due to excessive focus on their research.
Somehow, it felt like I had encountered a group of otaku. To me, an otaku isn’t just someone who likes anime or games, it’s someone who is extremely immersed in the things they like.
They don’t just like anime, they research the director, voice actors, and even the production company. In a broader sense, researchers could also be considered otaku. The difference lies in whether the deep interest becomes their profession or remains a hobby.
“Is that the child? Where are the spirit beasts? Bring them out and show it to me, please.”
The Chief Mage took about two steps forward and approached me, urging me to show the spirit beasts. It wasn’t hostility, more like an impatient desire to see them as soon as possible.
I’m probably going to get along with them because just like them, I, too, got so carried away that I ended up publishing doujinshi, living an irregular life, and even died because of it.
But the image right now is just not good. It’s dangerous for them to be so eager to approach a young girl like that. Besides, if I answer them carelessly, things might get complicated. I tightly grabbed my father’s coat and hid behind him.
“You dare to threaten my child directly, without even saying a greeting or introducing yourself. The Chief Mage of the imperial court must hold a very high rank, doesn’t he?”
While stroking my head, my father spoke in a voice tinged with anger. Huh? Hasn’t the atmosphere become even more dangerous ?
“If you want to see the spirit beasts, please take your time and look at them later. In addition to Dia, there are already three people in my territory who have spirit beasts.”
Even Big Brother Chris, with a cold tone, is stepping forward to protect me. Meanwhile, Big Brother Alan is behind my father, holding my hand and reassuring me that everything is going to be alright.
This is bad.
The Chief Mage has become an enemy who frightens a four-year-old girl in our home. That’s why appearance is crucial. Make sure to properly groom your hair.
“You all are in the presence of Her Majesty Ephenia. Don’t get angry over something like this.”
“No, that was The Chief Mage’s fault. If you display such disrespectful behavior, you can go back to the palace.”
“I apologize. I was too eager upon hearing that I could meet the spirit beasts.”
Thanks to my mother and Her Majesty, the atmosphere softened slightly.
“It seems that The Chief Mage and The Deputy Chief Mage can use ice magic, right ?”
“Yes. All five of us here can use it.”
“Then when you go home, please be sure to bring your spirit beast with you.”
“Hah ?”
“Diadora is going to help the spirits evolve into spirit beasts. Isn’t that right, Dia ?”
Father patted me on the head affectionately, and I popped my head out to look up at The Chief Mage.
“Yes. I will do my best.”
When I nodded, The Mages in black robes smiled at me with expectant eyes.
Yeah, that smile is a bit frightening. The looks of my brother’s face are tense. But I guess a researcher focused solely on their studies wouldn’t really know how to interact with children, right? They probably don’t have much interaction with the opposite sex either. Ugh, It’s like I’m looking at myself in my previous life. I feel like crying.
“Will the sword spirit also become a spirit beast?”
The General suddenly asked in a deep voice.
“Yes, they can. It’s just like regular spirits.”
“Oh, is that so ?”
The General had a fire sword spirit, so he must have been concerned about it.
“We’re just wasting time. Let’s head to the lake instead of talking here forever.”
“That’s right. Well, let me show you around.”
Alyssa was supposed to help me explain about spirit beasts to The Mages, so we met up with her just as we left the mansion.
She still had her water spirit beast out, so as soon as The Mages saw her, they dashed towards her. Quite a surprise. The sight of this sedentary group running at full speed was astonishing. But the one who seemed the most surprised was Alyssa. It’s scary to suddenly be surrounded by men in black robes.
“You guys, that’s enough!”
Even when scolded by Her Majesty, they probably still don’t understand what they did wrong.
Alyssa’s water spirit was a light blue fish that looked like a goldfish. As it swam through the air, swinging its fluttering tail fin, which is larger than its body.
The Deputy Chief Mage who follows Alyssa on the path to the lake, jumping from side to side repeatedly to observe the fluffy fish swimming around her, is suspicious. The Chief Mage who wanders around me, wanting to talk to me, is also suspicious, please stop it, you two.
Big Brother Chris is walking and talking with Prince Andrew, while Big Brother Alan is conversing with Prince Eldred. Considering their similar ages and the fact that they will attend the academy together, building a close relationship now could be beneficial for both of them.
I am being protected by my two butlers as usual. There are more people around today, so I don’t have my own guards. Besides, I have my spirit beasts with me.
The path was lit by sunlight filtering through the trees and was cooled by a gentle breeze. Her Majesty Ephenia, who doesn’t have many opportunities to go outside, seemed to be having fun chatting with The General as she walked. The meadow was quiet, unlike it was at the birthday party, and the lake was clear, quiet, and beautiful.
“Alright then, please take care of it, okay ?”
When Ifrit and Riva transformed into their spirit beast forms at my command, The Mages roared and tried to approach them, but were stopped by the Royal Guards. In the end, even the Royal Guards think it’s dangerous. Can’t be helped, I suppose.
(“Spirit King, are you there?”)
(“Oh, you’ve come.”)
With the sound of the voice, the surface of the lake sparkled, and soon the light rose into the sky, and a beautiful man with smoky blue hair appeared. I’ve met him many times before, so I’ve come to see the Water Spirit King as a friendly neighborhood guy.”
Even though I am familiar with him, this is the first time for the imperial family and The Mages to meet him. They were all stunned by his appearance, his presence, and his aura, all of which were entirely different from those of humans.
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Translated by : Cutae30