(MTL) It seems that the fiancée who is in love will be turned into a villainess

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17. Trial for the Crown Prince Part 1 (Royal Palace Tour)

　At the beginning, along with the signal, magic power concentrates on the strong arm.
　
"fire, shoot throughSharite Freya”
　
　At the same time as the spell was cast low, I felt my rock-like body swell even more. risedevilaurais making the surrounding air sway.
　A fireball is released from the palm.
　
　The opposing knight didn't flinch at it.
　Rather, if I run from myself, I will rush towards the fireball. Despite the heavy armor, he fluttered so agilely that he could not even feel the weight of the body sword he was gripping.
　
　Gin, and the sound of metal rubbing against each other echoes dullly in my ears.
　The large sword rebounded the fireball that was shot.
　
　In front of me, who couldn't help but hold my breath, the knight swung his sword and immediately struck it down—aiming at the shoulder of the mighty 《Magician》, Marquis Domenique Marshall.
　However, the tip of the sword did not reach Domenick-dono.
　
"Wind, become a wallflicker windia”
　
　At the same time as a subdued voice chants, the surrounding air draws into the left hand, forming an invisible wall. The large sword stopped as it was blocked by the swirling wind.
　Behind the helmet, the knight gritted his teeth. I could feel more strength in the arm that gripped his sword.
　A battle of magic and strength. And little by little, it was giving the knights the edge. The great sword slowly started to break the wall of wind.
　A knight's young man-Edward Norden's eyes lit up with hope for a chance to win.
　
“Haaaaaaaaaaaaaa!!”
　
　Edward was about to launch a blow with a thunderous spirit――at that moment.
　
"--There's a gap, you know."
　
　Domenick-dono stretched out his right hand to the empty torso.
　
"O wind, push awayBanpesh Windia”
　
　In an instant, a tornado-like storm surged out, completely different from the defensive wall that was deployed on the surface.
　Caught off guard, Edward is unable to take a defensive stance and is blown off the ground.
　A few seconds later, I heard a weak voice from inside the armor that had collapsed.
　
"I give up……"
"Don't forget that a 'Wizard' has two arms."
　
　Domenick-dono approached Edward with a relaxed smile and lent him a hand. Edward, who has a reasonably muscular physique, looks small compared to Domenick-dono. He is still a formidable benefactor.
　
"Is he a soldier?"
"No, he's the official head of the Ministry of Magic."
　
　I shook my head at Ricardo-dono who quietly asked. I know how you feel. He wears a robe that can be said to be a symbol of a wizard, but more than that, the muscles sticking out of the robe are eye-catching.
　Just when I thought my biceps were moving smoothly, Domenick-dono turned around.
　
“How was it, Ricardo-sama, His Highness Vincent?”
"Oh, I really enjoyed it."
　
　Ricardo-dono nodded at Takaage. The two of us were watching the battle between Domenick-dono and Edward from the observation seats of the training grounds.
　
　At the suggestion of Domenick-dono and Edward's father, Count Zachary Norden, who is also the Knight Commander, our country is currently exploring the possibility of a Knight Order that can resist magic. For starters, we are currently verifying whether we can use armor and weapons synthesized from magic stones to fight magicians.
　It seems like it's not impossible, just as Edward was repelling the fireball with his great sword.
　
　Last night, my father was overexcited and was once again bedridden, and my mother accompanied him under the guise of taking care of him. In the end, my policy of entertaining Ricardo-dono didn't change.
　That's why I've been showing around the royal palace since this morning.
　
"I've researched strategies for dealing with magical beasts, but I didn't have the perspective of a magician."
“Recently, the processing of magic stones is also progressing.
"Well, if you want to fight Mariabelle, in our army..."
　
　Domenick-dono's face is slightly twitching at the mutter that Ricardo-dono leaked. He decided to pretend he didn't hear, and that was it.
　
"Hmm. Ulhara's soldiers must be elite."
　
　Ricardo-dono smiled and looked at me.
　This is a roundabout way of asking for an explanation about the military. It would be rude to ask him directly, so it would be better if I understood his intentions and explained.
　
"is that so……"
　
　As I opened my mouth to explain, I paused for a moment.
　The royal palace and capital are basically guarded by the Royal Knights, but some nobles have official private knights in their territories.
　Information such as the number of knights, the number of knights and horses belonging to each, and armaments are both publicly available and undisclosed. Just because it's published doesn't mean it's exactly the same as the current numbers.
　
　Well, how much of this story should I reveal...
　If you're a high-ranking aristocrat who faces the outside world, it's something that's been hammered into you. In the first place, I wonder if I can say all the private knights.
　Ricardo-dono was Ricardo-dono, and he must have asked such a question to test my knowledge.
　
"yes?"
　
　Ricardo-dono smiles. His smile reminded me of his childhood. It seems that he was often thrown when he was grappled.
　My pressured smile is tight. --When.
　
"I'm arrogant, but if it's an explanation of the knights, I'll do it!"
　
　A knight stood next to me with a high-pitched sound from the armor.
　Edward. He doesn't know anything about my circumstances, but he must be excited by the appearance of King Nieve, who is highly praised for his bravery.
　
"Ah, please."
"Yes, let's start with the origins of the Royal Knights...the incident happened a hundred and fifty years ago..."
　
　While looking at Edward, who was emphatically puffing up his cheeks, I had mixed feelings.
　I was saved... and I don't know if I can rest easy. Ricardo-dono's aim is minetest test If so, I can't help but feel like I've got a minus.