The throne room was narrower than I had expected. I had assumed I’d be led into a vast, sprawling hall, so I was a little surprised. As I looked around the not-so-spacious room, I saw about a dozen people standing,…

Two days after the appraisal at the Court Mage Corps, a messenger arrived from the palace. Messengers had come before, but this time it was different, much more formal. The Director greeted them at the institute’s entrance, no less. Called…

“55.” I answered honestly, and got three very different reactions. The Commander froze with his smile still in place, the Vice-Commander’s eyes widened, and the Director’s mouth dropped open. Director, your face is a mess right now. “55… is it…?”…

Inside the carriage heading to the Court Mage Corps, I gazed absently at the scenery outside and let out yet another sigh, I’ve lost count of how many. The Director, noticing, spoke with a wry smile. “You seem really reluctant.…

I received a review from “Minase Tsukasa”! I’ll keep working hard to meet your expectations. Thank you! Thanks to you all, this work is now being published as a book! It’s all because of everyone who reads it. Thank you…

I’ve kept you waiting a long time. This time, it’s the story of the other girl. I received a review from “Ojō”! I’m thrilled to hear it’s been a source of comfort. Thank you! At that moment, Aira Misono was…