𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝟏𝟎𝟔
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Marie’s sister Griselda underwent an examination by a sorcerer summoned by Prince Rugnis.
Currently, Griselda’s level as a spellcaster has significantly declined.
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Marie must have cast a weakening curse, or so they thought. . . . . .
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“You’re saying there’s no curse? What do you mean?!”
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In the guest room, Rugnis, seated on the sofa, inquires of the sorcerer opposite him.
The sorcerer is Chaos.
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In this world, where magic is waning, she employs a unique form of sorcery known as “curses” (strictly speaking, it’s not magic but is classified along with divine miracles).
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Her dark skin, the mask she wears, and the numerous tools (charms) for her curses adorn her body.
Chaos speaks with a sigh.
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“I’ve examined your fiancée, and I found no abnormalities. She’s not under any kind of curse; I can assure you that.”
“That’s impossible. . . . . . Then why am I feeling so unwell?!”
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The most logical explanation would be that she’s been weakened by her sister’s curse.
Or rather, that would be the most convenient explanation for Griselda.
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Chaos shrugs.
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“It’s simply because you’re not skilled enough.”
“Wha, wha, what?! Unskilled?!”
“Exactly, the magical power, or should I say, mana within you is very low.”
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Mana, the energy for casting spells.
She says there’s too little of it in Griselda’s body.
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That’s impossible.
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“I am amazing!”
“No, you’re not. The one who was amazing was your sister.”
“My sister? How can that failure be amazing?!”
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Both Griselda and Rugnis had always looked down on Marie.
So, the idea that she could be incredible seemed impossible to them.
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“She was the one enhancing you.”
“Enhancing me?”
“Yes, I have special eyes that can see traces of curses. And I see them on you.”
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Chaos closely examines Griselda.
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“Your body has traces of a curse that enhances your abilities. Given its potency, it’s most likely cast by someone close to you. So, I can only conclude it was your sister.”
“. . . . . .”
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What did she just say?
My sister was enhancing me?
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That’s ridiculous.
It’s impossible.
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After all, my sister is a failure. . . . . .
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“But still, it was an incredibly powerful spell. It’s otherworldly. Even though the curse has faded now, when she was close to you, it must have given you extraordinary powers.”
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Chaos is full of praise.
In a world where magic is waning, the status of a sorcerer is high.
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Comparable to divine miracles, curses are also beyond the reach of common people.
Sorcerers who can remove curses are highly valued, second only to saints.
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Among those sorcerers, Chaos, who has exceptional power, is particularly favored.
Her sister’s talent.
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“Could it be. . . . . . Marie. . . . . .?”
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Rugnis is starting to believe Chaos’s words.
In other words, the sister is amazing, but the little sister is not. . . . . .
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. . . . . .This is bad!
Snapping back to her senses, Griselda raises her voice.
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“It’s a lie, Your Highness! She’s lying!”
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Pointing at Chaos, Griselda denounces her.
Chaos sighs, looking exasperated.
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“No, I’m not lying. . . . . .”
“You’re lying! Praising such a useless piece of trash like that. . . . . . You must be conspiring with Marie!”
“Huh? Conspiring? What kind of nonsense are you talking about?”
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It doesn’t make sense for Chaos to praise Marie so much if they aren’t connected in some way.
It must be the influence of my sister, no doubt about it. . . . . .!
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Griselda remains skeptical about her sister’s abilities no matter what.
Well, that’s understandable since Griselda hasn’t actually witnessed Marie’s talents for herself.
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“Rugnis-sama! We can’t let ourselves be deceived by the words of such a person! We should expel them immediately!”
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Confronted by Griselda, Rugnis hesitates for a moment.
He was beginning to believe in Chaos’s words. . . . . .
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“Rugnis-sama! Who do you love more, Marie or me?!”
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Moved by Griselda’s tearful plea, Rugnis makes up his mind.
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“Right. . . . . . The one I love is you, Griselda. Guards! Expel that sorcerer!”
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The guards nod in agreement.
Chaos sighs in disbelief, then stands up to speak.
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“I’ll give you a warning. A great calamity will soon befall this kingdom. To avert it, you’ll need your sister.”
“Hmph! Still spouting nonsense even now!”
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Chaos speaks, a look of disbelief on her face.
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“Farewell, foolish prince and foolish Saint.”
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With that, she leaves.
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