33◇ Cross Kuronos – Nanolancelot, Honor (Revised)

There are eleven nations on the Arkrea continent.

The Secluded Nation – [Hekromethane].

Located at the southern end of the continent, it is a mysterious country from which information does not flow because of its closed state.

The Information Nation – [Larkjord].

This is a parliamentary state where a supreme assembly of wisemen, known as [Sages], determines the fate of the country.

The Neutral State – [Roel Vinaf].

It is the youngest of the nations and has only been independent of Arxbaona for forty years. It is located between Daltra and Arxbaona, and is therefore the main battleground for skirmishes.

The Religious State – [Gedundra].

Although it is the smallest of the nations, it is the birthplace of Arkrea’s [Mythological Church] and still has a strong authority.

The Traditional State – [Giborne].

It resides in the mountainous region to the north, and although it is outnumbered, it has survived the invasion of Daltra.

The Illusory Nation – [Facarone].

It is presumed to be due to some kind of magic, but it has a mysterious territory that cannot be reached even though it can be seen and recognized as being there.

The Militaristic State – [Arxbaona].

It is the second-most powerful nation after Daltra. Ruled by the military, it has pursued an expansionist policy in recent years.

The Commercial State – [Faldo].

A nation that has paved territories and makes enormous national profits through trade. Many countries rely on its routes, and it cannot be invaded easily.

The Magical Nation – [Ersod Shallal].

It’s a nation that discriminates between those who have magical aptitude and those who do not. An empire reigned by the head of state called the ‘Magic Emperor’.

The Technological Nation – [Melect].

It is called the heaven of artificial magic tool development. There are many excellent engineers, and the patent fees from their inventions are enough to cover the management of the country.

The Nation of Heroes – [Daltra].

The nation built on the plains, having the greatest number of heroes, visitors, and soldiers.

The age of myths.

God had a child with a human before falling asleep.

The child, a demiGod, was made King by the heroes and formed a nation with mankind.

And of the eleven nations, Daltra and Arxbaona simultaneously claim that they were the ones founded in the age of myths.

They say that their King is the descendant of the Son of God.

The royal family of Daltra and Arxbaona, each had the power to prove it.

It’s a part of God’s power, known as [Miwaza].  (TL: Miwaza = The Work/The Technique (Of the Gods) )

Both nations are able to use it.

Normally, you would think their blood must have separated somewhere.

However, such a simple conclusion could not be reached.

Firstly, they say that the enemy nation is the heir to the power of the Evil God.

Secondly, they adamantly claim that their nation is the one that carries the bloodline of God.

Such was the beginning of the conflict akin to a tussle between kids.

And now, both Daltra and Arxbaona are waging a war to expand their lands.

So Kousuke, in other words, was recognized as a kind of national power, or a piece of military power.

The third princess, Ein Tifine Manafolu Fifnus O’Flutosefi.

The fact that the nobles do not expose their face, skin, or appearance in public is a common occurrence since ancient times, seen in various places even in the world where Kousuke was from.

Their holiness, or divinity, was thought to be sullied and damaged by the eyes of the mundane.

In fact, it could be said that it was convenient for them to reign as symbols rather than as individuals.

All in order to make the people think that they are extraordinary.

Humanity is nothing but an accumulation of impurities.

The third princess was no exception to this norm.

“Raise your head, Kuro.”

As the third princess said this, the attendants, who were poised on either side of her, said

“Be honored, Visitor, and shed tears at the glory of this audience!”

Slowly, he raised his head.

She was wearing a robe.

Gloves.

Long socks – which may be like stockings

And a mask.

He could see what she looks like, but he couldn’t really tell.

It must be Perceptual Distraction magic.

Kousuke didn’t know how to speak with a noblewoman of her status.

Speaking of which, he is a junior high schooler, and the respectful speech in the world of delinquents is just a “ssu” added at the end of a word. (TL: this is like アザッス(Azassu) which is the short form of ありがとうございます (Arigatougozaimasu) which means “Thank you very much!”. This is mostly used by young people in JP.)

However, the person standing in front of him is undoubtedly a member of royalty.

He could even be beheaded for talking out of line.

“…I’m honored to meet you, your highness.”

He thought he was a bit late in responding, but it seemed to be all right.

“I apologize on behalf of the royal family for the rudeness of sending someone young like me, and not my father, the King, to honor your military service.”

“I can’t thank you enough for this opportunity, your highness.”

“Do not be so tense. It’s not like I’m trying to eat you or anything. You have done an excellent job of offering the magical tools to the kingdom. I praise you.”

“I’m extremely honored.”

Kousuke was getting impatient, thinking that he was about to run out of his repertoire of polite language.

“Fumu. I don’t like formalities either. Ui.”

The attendant to the right of the third princess, called Ui, holds out a decorated sword to the third princess as if to offer it to her.

“Everyone at ease, except Kuro.”

Everyone stood up.

A bit of a spectacle.

He didn’t know how old she was, but she probably was a young girl.

A girl. A girl who has complete control over the place.

“In the name of I, Ein Tifine Manafolu Fifnus O’Flutosefi, I bestow two rewards upon you.”

“One, the name.”

“You are henceforth a subject of Daltra. Accordingly, I have prepared a name for you.”

“Henceforth, you shall take the name Cross Kuronos-Nanolancelot.”

I see, since you’re recognized as a subject, it’s not strange to receive a name from the country.

“Two, the treasure sword.”

“I am presenting you with a national treasure that has been rendered indestructible by [Miwaza].”

“The inscription on it is …… in a foreign language, so please forgive my poor pronunciation of the name – [Kuroshi Musou].” (TL: Kuroshi Musou = Black Warrior/Peerless Black Warrior)

The third princess places her hand on the hilt and belly of the sword and holds it out to Kousuke.

“I, Cross Kuronos-Nanolancelot, shall humbly receive it.”

He received the sword.

The venue was filled with thunderous applause.

This is how Kousuke, both in name and reality, becomes a hero.


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