The Noble Lady Without Magic Aims to Become an Adventurer! - Chapter 6

After Violeta’s lecture, I sat in my room reluctantly working on the assignments she had given me. I heard the sound of Reco and the others returning, but something about it felt different than usual.

Curious, I opened the door to head toward the living room, but I paused when I heard Reco speaking to someone.
It must be a guest.

Realizing that I’d only be in the way, I quietly closed the door and returned to my work. However, before I could start again, Fars came to fetch me.

“Maroa, there’s someone here to see you. That guy from earlier says he has business with you.”

“Hmm. Got it. I’ll come.”

I followed Fars to the parlor. The room was modest but furnished with a proper sofa for guests. Though this house was far from a typical noble mansion, it was still the largest in the village, complete with three guest rooms.

“Lord Allen, we meet again,” I said politely.
“Allow me to reintroduce myself. My name is Levain Ashur. A pleasure to meet you.”

I entered the room and took a seat on the sofa opposite him. Fars, though he behaves like a brother most of the time, is technically a servant. He’s careful to respect these boundaries and didn’t join us, despite knowing the guest well.

Violeta served tea to both Lord Ashur and me.
“Maroa, so you’re the daughter of Marquis Effsee. The villagers told me—I was surprised.”

“…Why did you come to our home, Lord Ashur?”
I decided to be direct as I sipped my tea.

From what I remembered from the noble registry, the Ashur family held the same rank as mine—a marquis family. Still, it was unusual for someone from such a background to pursue adventuring as a hobby.

“I became curious about you,” he said plainly.
“Curious about me?”

“To be blunt, why don’t you use magic when you clearly have it?”

For a moment, I was unsure how to respond. I glanced at Violeta for guidance.

“Violeta, please summon Hubert.”
“Right away, my lady.”

“Lord Ashur, I’ll call my steward, Hubert.”
“That’s fine.”

Within moments, Hubert entered the room.
“Thank you for coming, Hubert. What should we do? Lord Ashur has figured out that I can use magic.”

“I see,” Hubert said calmly, his smile reassuring.
I was both nervous and surprised. This was the first time someone had uncovered my secret, and it felt as though my silence about it was a crime weighing on my conscience.

“Lord Ashur, please promise me you won’t tell anyone about this.”

“Very well.”
“I am Marquis Effsee’s eldest daughter, but when I was a baby, the temple’s magical assessment declared me to have no magical power.

“My parents decided that a life in noble society would be difficult for me without magic, so they sent me to this village.
“When I was five, a monster appeared near the village, and I was chased by it. That’s when I discovered that I could use magic.”

“Then why are you hiding it? With magic, you could return to your family in the capital. You’re also approaching the age to enroll in Balstorc Academy’s secondary division,” Lord Ashur asked, his tone curious.

“Hmm. I’ve lived in this village my entire life. My parents have never visited—not even once. They’ve never tried to see me.
“Even if I went back to the capital now, I wouldn’t know how to get along with them. Besides, I’ve learned from their letters that I have a younger sister and a brother who will inherit the title. My presence isn’t needed.

“In their eyes, I’m just a useless noble with no magic. They’ve never even mentioned enrolling me in Balstorc Academy, which is supposed to help nobles form connections. Violeta said that’s the main purpose of attending.

“Also, the priest told me that being judged as having no magic was likely the will of the gods and that it’s better to keep it a secret.”

“I see. So it’s tied to your family’s circumstances,” he said thoughtfully. “One more thing—can you use body enhancement? And your magical concealment is impressive. Have you been practicing?”

“I’ve been training at the church. If I’m going to hunt monsters, it’s better to know how to use magic. But I can only perform basic body enhancement and concealment. Fars can only use simple attack spells.”

Lord Ashur’s expression brightened as if he’d just had an excellent idea. I tensed, unsure of what he was about to say.
“Maroa, you’re fascinating. You’re not like other noble daughters. You’re eleven now, correct? You have three years before you’ll need to enroll in the academy. Give me those three years.”

“Three years? For what?”

“You and Fars are incredibly skilled for your age. Defeating a Big Bear isn’t something most kids your age can do. What do you want to become in the future?”

“Fars wants to be a knight. As for me, I’ve heard that no noble would want to marry someone without magic, so I was thinking of becoming an adventurer and traveling the world.”

“With my guidance, you’ll grow even stronger. I can teach you how to properly use magic, and you’ll need to study before entering the academy. Oh, and your speech could use improvement.”

“…Hubert, what do you think?”

“Lord Ashur, would you truly take on this responsibility?”
To my surprise, Hubert agreed without hesitation.

“Hubert, do you really think this is a good idea?”

“Yes. In this remote village, it’s impossible to provide you with a well-rounded education. Furthermore, when the challenges of the future arise, there will be limits to what we can do for you. I believe you should acquire as many skills as possible to navigate life independently.”

“Then it’s settled. I’ll become your tutor. The vacant house next door will be perfect—I’ll move in and start lessons tomorrow.”

Everything was decided so quickly.

Lord Ashur, or rather Levain, was an A-rank adventurer and a noble. Surely he had many responsibilities. Sensing my curiosity, he explained himself.

“Why did I volunteer to be your tutor? Well, simply put, I think you’ll make life interesting.

“When you graduate from the academy, we could even become adventurers together and explore the world. Oh, and from now on, address me as ‘Teacher Levain.'”

“Understood, Teacher Levain.”

“No, say ‘Understood, Teacher Levain,’ properly.”

“Understood, Teacher Levain.”

And so, from the next day onward, Fars and I began our lessons under Teacher Levain’s guidance.