I Would Like To Live A Different Life If I Could Go Back In Time - Episode 27

“Even so, today was quite a disaster, wasn’t it? Normally, there should be restrictions on the use of magic in the palace outside of the training grounds, but they weren’t functioning.”

The investigation will likely continue from now on. And that magic circle on the backs of those young ladies.

Where it was engraved will likely be investigated in the future as well.

“Even so, it’s a relief that all the noble sons and daughters came through unscathed. That’s all thanks to the barrier Lady Yuria set up.”

“Because the teacher taught me, I was able to do it. It was thrilling to set up such a large barrier by myself for the first time.”

“How is the decrease in magic power?”

“Um, maybe about half? I can still fight! Oh, by the way, I was thinking while watching you break the magic circle, but maybe I’m not cut out to be a court magician.”

The teacher stopped drinking tea, seemingly surprised.

“Why do you think that?”

“Yeah. I’m training to adjust my magical power under Professor Paron, but I feel like it’s more my style to just unleash magic attacks without thinking too much.”

I want to become a wizard who specializes in offensive magic. Do you think it’s better to do this in a guild?

“Wait a minute. Lady Yuria!? I think that’s a strange decision, don’t you? With your level of magic prowess, you could become a royal court magician in no time, and there are plenty of magicians who specialize in attack magic. Instead of being an adventurer, you should definitely go to the royal court!”

It seems unusual, but the teacher looks flustered. Their appearance is somehow amusing, and I can’t help but laugh.

“Teacher, I am still a student. I am still considering my future path.”

But, I wonder.

With this incident, I really stood out. I’m so glad it happened during the long break. I already felt out of place in class.

If I am rumored to be a bold young lady… my fiancé will probably never appear.

If I remain a noble, it seems I might be forced to marry a second wife, so I really must seriously consider the path of living alone.

After talking and calming down, I let out a sigh, wrap my long hair around my fingers, and pretend to be deep in thought.

“If you’re a magician, it should be fine. In fact, there might be many people who would want to marry Lady Yuria because of her abundant magical power.”

“But, sensei. My magical power is special. Thanks to Professor Paron, I have a lot of magical power. I don’t think it will change even if I have children.”

“That’s a rather uncertain topic, isn’t it? But there is a possibility. If that happens, a marriage with the royal family could also become a possibility, you know?”

That’s a problem.

It seems I might have no choice but to become an adventurer and leave the country.

Or find a fiancé quickly.

“Hmm. I don’t want to get close to royalty. Should I become an adventurer or just get married quickly? Before that, is there a fiancé out there who likes me?”

“Then I’ll go ahead and run for the position.”

“Mr. Giannino?”

“Well, there shouldn’t be anything funny about it, right? I’m still twenty years old, and I’m technically the son of a viscount, you know? The second son, but still.”

“I’m still thirteen, you know?”

No, I’m about to turn fourteen.

In terms of age, a seven-year difference is quite common. Considering the marriage situations of nobles, where arranged marriages are frequent, I think it’s a good thing for a teacher, even if only slightly known, to become a fiancé.

But, I’m flustered by this sudden and unexpected news.

“Well, please think about it. It’s not a bad idea, you know? I’m all for Lady Yuria working as a court magician, and it sounds fun to master magic together.”

“I’ll think about the engagement.”

“Yes. You are still young, and even if you were to marry, it wouldn’t be for another three years. So take your time, I’ll be waiting.”

The laws in this country allow marriage from the age of sixteen.

Until about ten years ago, marriage was permitted at the age of twelve, but the system was changed because the men who married young girls were mostly nobles with somewhat problematic backgrounds, and it only led to the unhappiness of the young girls still in their formative years.

Although this country has many strong women, deep-rooted male chauvinism still persists.

In recent years, the male-dominated mindset has been gradually fading, but…

All of this is thanks to His Majesty. His Majesty is working hard to reduce the number of young ladies who would otherwise be unhappy.

I used to be weak, but I think I’ve become stronger now. I will never be like I was last time.

I swear it with all my heart.

After having tea and attending a magic lecture with Professor Giannino for a while, I returned to the mansion.