NOVEL NEXT Chapter 50.1
Stage 2-19. Lambdave Kingdom
A clear blue sky without a single cloud. Beneath the radiant sunshine, we were aboard the magic ship.
Powered by the magic of mana stones, this ship moves by activating wind attribute magic, and it’s currently taking us to a certain destination.
Two days have passed since we boarded, and it’s now the morning of the third day. According to the plan, we should be arriving soon.
“Wow~! The ocean is so beautiful, isn’t it, Ouga-kun?”
“Mashiro, you’re full of energy as always.”
“Of course! This is my first time doing something like this! I’m so glad I was chosen as a representative!”
That’s right. This ship is heading toward Lambdave Island, where the Academy Magic Competition will occur.
The only ones on board are the selected student representatives, their attendants, and the supervising teachers—it’s like a private trip. Judging by the size and facilities, it feels like a pretty luxurious journey.
“Revezenka-san seemed really lonely. She’s the only one from the student council taking a different route.”
“She left earlier, so we should meet her at the port soon. After that, let’s enjoy some sightseeing together.”
The schedule for the Academy Magic Competition is tight since academies from all over the region gather for it.
We’ll only have freedom of movement on the first day. After that, matches will be scheduled daily.
Even on that first day, we’ll need to attend the drawing lots event in the evening.
If we get eliminated early, we’ll have some free time, but we’re aiming for the championship, so that’s not an option for us.
“I agree! Let’s go eat some delicious food together!”
“Sorry, Riche-san. I’d like to decline…”
“Huh?! Do you have some student council business?”
“Hehe, no. Actually, Lambdave Kingdom is my hometown. I’d like to visit my family.”
“I see. I didn’t know that.”
Reina became well-known recently after Frohne introduced her as his apprentice to various people.
Surprisingly, her origins weren’t talked about more, but it’s also the first time I’ve heard about it.
The Lambdave Kingdom is an island nation that governs Lambdave Island.
Since becoming the venue for the Academy Magic Competition, it has prospered as a tourist destination and independent state.
“I didn’t mention it much. I really wanted to show you around, but…”
“Don’t worry about it! That’s more important! It’s been a while since you saw them, right?”
“Thank you. I’ll be back by evening, so let’s have tea then.”
“Haha, in that case, I’ll prepare some tea leaves from Lambdave’s specialty.”
“Yes. If you enjoy my tea, that will make me happy.”
“Then I’ll make sure we have lots of sweets too!”
“Isn’t that what you’re really excited about, Mashiro?”
“N-no! I really like the president’s tea too!”
“Hahaha, my bad. I’ll make it up to you by buying lots of treats.”
“Yay! I love you, Ouga-kun!”
“Oh my, Ouga-kun seems quite loved.”
And so, we waited leisurely for the ship to arrive, chatting like this.
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