Disappointing Teleportation Magic ~ Even Though The Movement Distance Is Only 1 Millimeter, I Will Rise Through Ingenuity ~ - Chapter 52.2

“Araseli, do you not want to be with me?”

“That’s not it. It’s just… it’s embarrassing that Kazumi and the others can hear us.”

“Okay, I understand.”

“Then…”

“From tonight on, we’ll do it while kissing the whole time. That should be fine, right?”

“Yuto-sama…”

“Ouch…”

She pinched my side hard, but Araseli didn’t let go of my arm.

It’s been about a week since we resumed the treatment. In the mornings, I treat Bridget; in the afternoons, Alberic. With focused treatment, the pace at which the bruises disappear has increased.

If we can maintain this pace, Bridget’s treatment should be completed in a few days. As for Alberic, the troublesome part on his scalp is done, so we should be able to speed things up.

“Your Highness, how is the castle’s repair work going?”

“Everything is proceeding as planned for now. However, it will take time.”

“That’s understandable. After all, the damage was extensive.”

“They sure did whatever they pleased, wreaking havoc.”

The Wyverns likely thought it was fine to remodel the place to make it more comfortable for themselves. However, those whose property was destroyed couldn’t bear it.

In the end, they settled in the entrance hall and dance hall, but it seems they had gone around destroying other areas as well.

“We’ll repair the entrance hall, but the dance hall and other areas will have to wait. The castle needs repairs, but the damage to the city is extensive. Without rebuilding the people’s lives, the nation cannot function.”

According to Alberic, the restoration of markets and other affected areas is being prioritized, so repairing the castle will take time.

Though he was saying something obvious, it felt surprising, given how he simply passed by the people during the memorial service.

There are monarchies on Earth as well, and though involvement in politics is no longer permitted, Japan still retains its imperial system.

I asked if there could be a little more interaction with the people.

“I understand what you’re trying to say, Yuto. However, the memorial service is a ritual, so it had to be conducted in that manner. Besides, there’s a system for honoring those among the populace who have contributed to the country’s development. Drawing a clear line with the class system is just one method to prevent the nation from descending into chaos.”

“So, it’s not common for someone like Lord Belnort to come down to the city?”

“Of course not. Such foolishness is never tolerated.”

Alberic spoke with a tone that seemed to reprimand me.

“No, I didn’t mean it that way. I was just asking if, for example, members of the royal family ever go out incognito into the city.”

“Hmm, such instances are not unheard of. But that’s a story from a time when there were no succession disputes.”

“But Lord Belnort…”

“Have you ever seen what it’s like when he goes down to the city?”

“No, when I encountered him in the city, I could only hear his voice.”

“He surrounds himself with attendants and soldiers, cutting down anyone who opposes him. It’s not exactly a situation that could be called going out incognito, and if we were to interfere, it would only cause chaos in the city.”

“Indeed, the townsfolk also seemed to recognize Lord Belnort.”

“Naturally. That disgraceful man…”

As expected, Alberic’s words about Belnort held no trace of affection.

“What is Lord Belnort doing now?”

“Hmm, it seems he’s being sent to the front lines in the upcoming battle with Fulmelinta.”