第１０９３堀：交換留学生 (Part2)
"Besides, Yuki says he’ll protect us, so I feel at ease. Though, I’ll be sure to incinerate any trash who tries to lay a hand on me."
"It might cause some trouble for you and the others, Kagura, but if you encounter such people, I’d like you to provoke them a little. It’ll make things much easier for us if they’re the ones to attack first."
"Understood. We shall act accordingly."
"Okay. Now, Principal Popuri, Vice Principal Lara—Princess Carrie has also asked us to investigate the academy. May we have your permission?"
Come to think of it, that was true. It wasn't just Yuki and Popuri’s request. After all, this was an exchange program regarding magical studies. For Haiden, gathering information on the magical institutions of another continent was essential for the country's future development. Politically speaking, simply going to a school to "study" was out of the question. Both sides were expected to absorb information, foster new technologies, and drive mutual progress. Princess Carrie felt the same way.
*“Listen well. Even if it is a place where mana depletion is severe, Yuki and Popuri have told me that the passion for magical research there is remarkable. Precisely because magic is difficult to use, there are things that only they can see. Investigate those aspects and be sure to submit a proper report.”*
She had pressed us quite seriously. I had told her that since we were now subjects of Weed—and, more importantly, wives of Yuki—showing too much loyalty to Haiden would make us look like spies, but...
*“What are you talking about? Do you think so little of Yuki and his other wives? Above all, you are in a position to bridge the leaders of Haiden and Weed. We have already received permission for this kind of information exchange. So, gather your intelligence without worry.”*
When she put it that way, I couldn't say no. *Sigh.* I was supposed to have found a happy marriage, yet I’m still a middle-manager with a perpetual stomachache. Well, if I asked Yuki, he would probably shut it down, but that would only anger the Princess, and truthfully, I want to cooperate. Ah, what is this? If I had to be extreme, maybe I just want more time off?
Yeah, if I asked for that, the Princess would just dump more work on me. I’m definitely not saying that out loud.
While I was lost in these thoughts, Micos, who had been pleading for permission to investigate the academy, received an answer.
"Ah, I don't mind. Just be aware that you cannot disclose our research findings to the public, so please be careful with that."
"Indeed. As Yuki’s wives, you may be allowed to see the research results, but reporting them back would be a loss for the If continent."
"Don't worry, we understand. We wouldn't do something like that. Micos and the others will focus on summarizing the academy's structure, the environment, and the students' opinions."
Phew, it’s a relief she understands. If we were to accidentally leak the research findings of the Lancer Magic Academy, it would turn into a massive intercontinental incident. Still, I should be more mindful of such things from now on. Well, I suppose those kinds of research results are already under strict management and security, but I should ask for the details later.
"Good. Then I have nothing else to nag you about. Wait, actually—Micos, could you do me a favor while you're at it?"
"Yes, yes. What is it?"
"This magic academy gathers the most elite mages from every country. Because of that, there are many who are overly confident in their own power. And, inevitably, there are idiots who cause trouble in town."
"Ah, so you want us to investigate those idiots, too?"
Ah, we had those at my academy, too. There were even fools who tried to pick a fight with me. Well, that much is fine, but there are certainly those who cause real harm in the city. The previous principal, who had ties to the Mad God, seemed to have swept most of that under the rug, and the current principal seems to be having a very hard time of it.
"Exactly. The best way to deal with fools who tarnish the reputation of our academy is to send them packing. So, not just Micos, but Kagura, Enola, and Stasia—it would be a great help if you could gather rumors about such miscreants."
"Understood."
"Yes. Leave it to us."
"Yes, we shall handle it."
I thought it would be a simple matter of just attending school, but it seems there’s quite a lot to do after all. Well, for Yuki’s sake, I’ll do my best.
Wait, what is Yuki going to be doing here? It’s romantic, isn't it? Exchange students. I have a feeling a drama is about to begin. That said, it’s a strange situation where everyone is already married. I wonder who the husbands are? I just hope the number of them doesn't increase! *Uhihi!*