World Teacher – Other World Style Education & Agent Chapter 87

"I was a slave when I was bought by that person… and yet he didn't ask for anything. But, I don't want to him to face trouble later. I… was picked up by a really wonderful person…" (Chris)

"Chris-kun… I'm sorry…" (Ashley)

"It's alright. You don't have to worry about it. Because I have decided that I will protect you." (Chris)

To leave under Gadd's wing showed that he was really concerned about Ashley. It was evidence that he really wanted to protect her.

"Say Chris, do you really want to protect her?" (Sirius)

"Yes, I want to protect her. I am still not strong enough, but… I will do anything to protect her." (Chris)

I see… he really understood the situation.

Although there were various coincidences overlapped, I thought that it was great to be able to help those two and I was happy to see my student again.

However… there were things that must be said to them first.

"Aren't you moron!?" (Sirius)

I slowly got up, and dropped fists on Chris' and Ashley's heads.

It was fine for Chris since he was my student, but I thought that I had no right to scold Ashley during the first meeting. I thought that they were pitiful by looking at their eyes, but I couldn't overlook the matter.

"Auu…" (Ashley)

"Se-sensei!?" (Chris)

Both of them didn't expect to be hit. They looked up at me for a while with tearful eyes.

My companion also were looking at me in puzzled, but I didn't mind glancing at Ashley.

"First off, Ashley. Your determination is splendid, but it is reckless to go to enemy's camp without preparing any measures. If you die in vain, you will trample the thoughts of those who helped you, right?" (Sirius)

"But, I can't do anything by myself… so what should I do now…?" (Ashley)

"Find somebody who you can consult with, but there is Chris, right? Besides, Chris tried to stop you, but you didn't listen. If your acquaintances get killed because of your own actions… won't you regret it for the rest of your life?" (Sirius)

"A… uu…" (Ashley)

To tell the truth, I wanted to ask what action she would take, or whether she realized that the situation on her side was diminis.h.i.+ng, or the questionable behavior of the Archbishop, but it was already a past story. There was no other option since she was still young.

But, even if she was impatient, she went to Fonia in spite of Chris' warning and that was intolerable. This was probably a reflection, but somebody had to be angry in order to make her realize her own thoughtlessness.

Looking away from Ashley who was about to cry at any time soon, and this time, I was looking at Chris.

"Chris… if you want to protect her, why you didn't wholeheartedly stop her? If it is you, you should know what would happen." (Sirius)

"Ple-please wait a minute! Chris-kun didn't do anything bad! I was forcing him to…" (Ashley)

"Keep your silence. Although it was a short while, didn't I teach you how to live, other than training? You didn't utilize it, you know." (Sirius)

In other words, Chris had the ability to judge the situation.

By judging that it was too reckless to charge into enemy's camp without preparation, he should have forcibly stopped her. If he wants to protect her, I wanted him to calmly say that he would take all the responsibilities.

Perhaps, he understood that. The result of giving in to her push and going with the flow… was something like this.

"If we weren't here, you guys were surely captured by them. Chris, who is unrelated to this, would be killed, and as for Ashley, there is no way to know what they would do as a warning." (Sirius)

"…I have nothing to say about that. It was true that I was lenient. And I didn't utilize… what Sensei had taught me." (Chris)

"Yeah. It is fine if you can admit your failure and reflect on it. You guys still alive, so make use of what you have learned next time." (Sirius)

Although it depended on the situation, there were many things they could do as long as they were alive. It would become an experience even if they failed, and with acc.u.mulated experience, they would grow more.

Continue walking without stopping, even if there was a failure… and that was my educational policy.

And, I should say the most important thing.

"Well… even though I can forgive the failure, I will never forgive if you die in vain! This is what you guys did this time. Do not do this kind of thing again! Of course, you guys too!" (Sirius)

"""""Ye-yes!""""" (Emilia/Reese/Reus/Chris/Ashley)

As everyone replied, my scolding was over. I had told the most important thing, so even though the wound could be healed, the fatigue remained. Hence, it would be harsh to get more tired than this.

When I preached nearby, the two of them didn't calm down. Incidentally, when I turned around, I matched with Emilia's and Reese's gazes, and they nodded as if to say that I could entrust it to them.

If there were women who were also my disciples, Chris and Ashley would probably calm down. After leaving them to the disciples, I quietly left from that place.

When sitting at the root of a tree a little away from their range of vision, Fia came and sat next to me. She smiled while putting her hand on my shoulder.

"Thanks for the hard work. That was the first time I saw that you got angry, but you are quite a good Sensei." (Fia)

"I couldn't overlook it after all. Although it was something that could be said to all, don't let me say the things earlier many times." (Sirius)

"I understand that. You were angry because it was a serious matter." (Fia)

"If you understand that, there nothing to say in particular, right? Anyway, about Chris…" (Sirius)

"Do you want to help him? You can do whatever you want without having to worry about everyone. We will just follow you, Sirius." (Fia)

"Sorry for the trouble. If the disciples who know it, and they die before my eyes, as expected, I…" (Sirius)

During the earlier conversation, I exercised a silent pressure to the disciples who seemed wanting to do something about the situation. In addition to sympathize and listen to the conversation, it seemed they couldn't leave Chris, who was like a younger disciple receiving the same training in the past, alone.

I thought that it was fine to show sympathy to them, but there was no need to worry that far since they could recognize enemies based on past experience.

"If I leave it as it is, they are likely to head on to the enemy line again." (Sirius)

"You're right… and they are also good children, but it seems that Ashley can't see nothing but ahead due to heavy pressure and her duty, and Chris is looking after her because she can't see the whole thing." (Fia)

"Even though I said that I would lend a hand, it will be like that if Dolgar and these guys are the lowlives." (Sirius)

"Yeah, I got it. I think that the possibility is high from the situation of that girl, but if we only believe one side of the story, we can't continue being an adventurer." (Fia)

Talking with Emilia and Reese would calm me down, but as someone who had rich life experience, the conversation with Fia went well with its tempo and was comfortable.

After that, I spent the time while discussing about future plans with Fia.

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"Sirius-sama. Both of them have calmed down, so it's alright now." (Emilia)

"Alright, shall we head back?" (Sirius)

After a while, Emilia came to call me, so we returned before everyone.

Ashley was the only who wasn't there. It seemed that she suddenly fell asleep as if fainted, after feeling relieved during the conversation with the disciples.

"She is also tired, but since she continued endured all the time, it seems that the mental fatigue was great." (Emilia)

"She is sleeping in the carriage now." (Reese)

"Well done. More importantly, are you alright to stay awake, Chris?" (Sirius)

"I am used to it to certain extent, so I'm still fine. Leaving that aside, thanks again, Sensei. Please lend us your strength! Later, we…" (Chris)

"That is the case, but… from now on, we are heading to Fonia, and I plan to stay for several days for supplying. In the meantime, I will lend a hand." (Sirius)

"Re-really, Sensei!?" (Chris)

Chris was delighted and let out a loud voice, but he hurriedly close his mouth when he remembered that Ashley was asleep.

"She will not wake up since she is tired. However, there is something I have to do while she is asleep." (Sirius)

"Sirius-sama, what are you going to do?" (Emilia)

"I will interrogate the men captured and get information. It is severe to show to her since she believes in the G.o.ddess of love. Hence, I want to finish it while she still asleep." (Sirius)

"Yeah. I don't want Ashley to see it, and I… also don't want to see it." (Reese)

"Yeah, that's why we do the interrogation with me, Reus and Chris only. The other three will watch over Ashley here." (Sirius)

An interrogation was not something pleasant to look at. Especially Reese since she was on the healing side rather than injuring side, I didn't want to show that kind of thing to her.

"Understood. Leave Ashley to us." (Emilia)

"Please avoid injuring them as much as possible." (Reese)

"Take care." (Fia)

Emilia quietly nodded, Reese let out breath as if she was relieved, and Fia nodded while lightly closed one of her eyes.

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Leaving the camp, we brought the men to a place where it couldn't be heard by the girls, and then, we immediately began the interrogation.

The men were awake at the time we led them away, but since their mouths were gagged, we couldn't hear anything but groaning.

Knocking the men down on the ground, I asked Rues to untie the gag while they were between us and Hokuto.

"Well, we're going to question–…" (Sirius)

"b.a.s.t.a.r.d! You dare doing something like this to the apostles of Mira-sama…" (??)

"You're noisy!" (Reus)

The men shouted as soon as he became able to speak, but Reus swung down his greatsword without hesitation. Although it was certainly stopped before it hit, I could say that it was splendid. Because of his superb handling, the blade slightly touched his neck.

However… even though this wasn't the first time to interrogate with Reus, I didn't remember telling him how to do this. Could it be because of that weird Jii-san? I would have to check it later.

"Hiiii!?" (??)

"Listen…From now on, just answer Aniki's questions. Or shall I gouge your neck every time you refuse?" (Reus)

"A-alright…" (??)

He probably understood the fear of dying unleashed by Reus, and the other four were also intensely nodding.

While having Reus in front and Hokuto at their rear, I asked questions and I got information to certain extent.

Although the men were the Guards under the Archbishop, they weren't thinking too much about Mira, and they were just small fries tried to sucking up while getting hired by the Archbishop.

On the contrary, the way they waved their weapons while mentioning about Mira's apostles, it seemed that the Archbishop told them to do so.

He was saying that was a just cause, so the feeling of guilty was also diminished. I didn't know what did they think about it, but since the Archbishop would recognize their good judgment, they might as well do it.

Having continued interrogating to obtain further information, Chris, who kept silence behind Reus and I, while watching the progress of the interrogation, called us out in puzzled.

"Uhmm… Sensei. Why did you bring me here?" (Chris)

"You were being chased by these guys, so don't you think that you might want to get a revenge or kill them?" (Sirius)

"It is true that these people tried to catch Ashley, but I don't want to kill them. Besides, looking at such a sight makes me remember bad memories and I don't feel good about it." (Chris)

Perhaps, this sight reminded him when he was a slave. While having traumatic expression, Chris tried to look away from the sight as much as possible.

"How come Reus is fine? If you are a former slave, you're supposed to detest this kind of thing." (Chris)

"I certainly don't like it, but I am aware that these guys are our enemies. Besides, if Aniki recognized them as enemies, there is no way I'm getting confused." (Reus)

"Just for that reason!?" (Chris)

"It's all good to me. Chris, this may not like you, but you have to properly watch this. There must be a good reason for Aniki to bring you here." (Reus)

"Eh!?" (Chris)

Since we'd been together for long time, Reus seemed to know me well.

As Chris turned his eyes towards here because of Reus' words, I slowly nodded.

"Whether it's harsh or not, be sure to look at it. You will definitely need it." (sirius)

"This is… necessary? What should I learn by seeing this act of slavery?" (Chris)

"These men are the dark side of Mira's Doctrine. Although it is not fitting the Mira's Doctrine mentioned by Ashley, it actually exist, and it's not only your life, they even aimed for the life of the Saintess, right?" (Sirius)

"!?" (Chris)

No matter how beautiful on the 'surface', there was always a malicious person on the other side.

In this incident, the other side furiously bares its fangs, and it completely took over the 'surface'. Besides, the main culprit seemed to be the Archbishop, and apparently, it was done with considerable planning.

And Chris insisted on protecting the Saintess, Ashley, no matter what happened.

"Let say… that this thing is settled, and let's a.s.sumes that Ashley will return to Fonia again. After that, do you think the incident like this will never happen again?" (Sirius)

"That is…" (Chris)

"You don't think so, right? Especially, when you already experienced slavery and know how ugly a person can be. However, it can be avoided beforehand." (Sirius)

The current situation can't be easily overturned, but it might have been possible at the beginning.

In order to notice it beforehand, even if it was a cruel act, it was necessary to have a broad perspective to see the world behind. That was why I told Chris to properly look at it.

"She is a girl who s.h.i.+nes on a front stage. She is still young and having kind personality. Hence, she surely can't see until the other side. However, if it is you, you can do it." (Sirius)

"Because… I will protect her." (Chris)

"Yes. Of course, it's not just the enemies on the other side; you also can protect her from the enemies of the 'surface'. So, don't avert your eyes and look. And then, be strong. I don't know what drives you, but you have that much of resolution, am I right?" (Sirius)

"That's for sure! I… will definitely protect Ashley!" (Chris)

"That's what I want to hear. Nevertheless, I didn't say for you to suddenly do the interrogation. If you are overdoing it, you are no different than those fools that you know." (Sirius)

"Yeah. I will learn about moderation." (Chris)

"It's troubling if you make it as a basis. Well… I guess I should go with the next question at once." (Sirius)

The men, who had been jostled by the bloodl.u.s.t Reus and Hokuto continuously unleashed, were pretty dispirited.

Shaking their spirit, we heard about the Archbishop's strength… Incidentally, the man, who seemed to be the leader, suddenly began to laugh as if he noticed something.

"Ha…hahaha! Perhaps, you're going to challenge the Archbishop?" (Leader)

"That is the plan, but what's wrong with it? If there are Aniki and me, it will be useless even if there are hundred people like you." (Reus)

"No… it's over. Because you will be burned by the Holy Knight-sama's spirit magic." (Leader)

"Spirit magic?" (Reus)

Whether he was looking forward of the things we would do, the leader didn't even listen to us anymore, and easily leaked the information.

The Holy Knights who could use fire spirit magic were protégé of the Archbishop Dolgar, and it appeared that it was extensively announce that the Knight could use spirit magic.

It seemed that he was not only to protect the Archbishop Dolgar, but he used an overwhelming power to fight against the existence that threatens the Mira's Doctrine.

"That beastkin is certainly strong, but the Holy Knight-sama You will be burned with flames together with that stupid Saintess who said useless things like love, hahaha!" (Leader)

"Hmmm… I know the Holy Knight is strong. What will happen to you guys now even if you tell us that?" (Sirius)

"Haa?" (Leader)

We understood well how terrifying spirit magic was since there were among us who could use spirit magic.

That was why I understood why the leader was trying to act tough…

"Is there someone as strong as Holy Knight-sama here? If he gallantly appeared from now, is he going to help you who are bound and immovable?" (Sirius)

"N-no… Holy Knight-sama is…" (Leader)

"It looks like you only say it without understanding your situation. Besides, you switched your earlier words in front of the Saintess-sama's knight, you know." (Sirius)

"Don't make fool of Ashley!" (Chris)

That complacent smile overturned, as the leader's face became filled with blood, as he was beaten up by Chris.

"Ashley is not stupid! She believes in Mira, and she is also breaking her heart in order to help people in trouble! People like you guys, have no right to laugh especially when you can do nothing but taking things away!" (Chris)

"Ba-b.a.s.t.a.r.d…" (Leader)

"Keep it around, Chris. And we already have done with you guys. I will untie their restraint." (Sirius)

When I send a signal with my eyes, Hokuto nodded and swing the nails of the forefoot. He cut only the ropes that had bound the men.

"Hahaha! I don't know what you are thinking, but aren't you fool for cutting off the restraint…" (Leader)

"You will get restraint one more time, you know." (Sirius)

I already finished drawing magic formations, so when I filled the magic formations with mana, soils and stones swelled from the feet of the men and started to cover their body except their faces. Hence, five pieces of soil objects had been completed.

Based on Reese's magic, there was a case of enclosing the opponent with a large water sphere, so that the opponent couldn't move. And this was the soil version.

"What is this spell!?" (Leader)

"Captain, I can't move!" (??)

"d.a.m.n it! Me too!" (??)

"Sensei… I understand the significance of learning a while ago, please stop killing them. Ashley will feel sad." (Chris)

"That's why I end this with restraint. Let make them regret it overnight." (Sirius)

The restraint of this soil would naturally collapse around tomorrow afternoon, and it would set them free. When I told Chris, he was reluctant, but then, he nodded and was convinced.

"Well, we already got the information, so shall we return? Since you are also tired, leave the watch out to us and take a good rest." (Sirius)

I thought that there were monsters in vicinity, but I didn't want to trouble myself about it.

I wasn't a demon either. It was a restraint that people could get through if they had enough strength, and if they were lucky since it was already night, someone might pa.s.sed them by.

While the men making noise asking for help, we returned back to the camp.

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"Uhmm… will you really lend me your strength? There is a Holy Knight who uses flame spirit spell, you know?" (Chris)

"Yeah, I am helping you with that knowledge in mind." (sirius)

Next morning… while heading towards Fonia, I explained the thing about lending a hand to Ashley who was sleeping last night.

Incidentally, I told her that the captured men fled on a place with their horses, and she was smiling as if she was relieved. Even though they were trying to kill her, she had the kindness that befits the name of Saintess.

She was glad at the beginning when she heard that I would lend a hand, but maybe she remembered the existence of the Holy Knight, the smile on her face faded away.

"But, the Holy-Knight-sama's flame has unrelenting power. When we ran away as a traitor, we saw a believer being burned in flames by his hand. If everyone become like that… I absolutely hate it." (Ashley)

"It's alright. So, I'd like to ask Ashley. What kind of person is the Holy Knight? I want some information even a bit." (Sirius)

"Uhmm… I don't involve myself with him that much, but anyway, he is a scary person. In response to the orders of the Archbishop, the appearance that burns enemies without mercy is also a symbol of fear." (Ashley)

It looked like he had a quite rough and selfish personality. It was said that he burned an unrelated house by releasing flames without worrying about the surroundings.

Even so, being a Holy Knight, a position under the Archbishop, he was having such a power, other than being protected by the Archbishop. The more I listened, the more troublesome he was.

"In the end, he is a person who drowned in power. Both of you, please keep in mind." (Sirius)

"Of course! To use spirits in such a way… I can't forgive him!" (Reese)

"Spirits are not weapons, they are friends. It will be no good if he doesn't experience pain even once." (Fia)

Those two, who could use spirit magic, were angry with the selfish way used by the Holy Knight.

"That's why it is enough to lead us until Fonia. If I stand before the temple, the true believers of Mira's Doctrine may rise up." (Ashley)

"I told you, that is no good. Certainly, he seems strong, but haven't you heard the Archbishop's order? If we hold the Archbishop first, we might be able to do something." (Sirius)

"If it is Aniki, you can win right?" (Reus)

"We will still on the disadvantage side if we hit them from the front. You guys think about various measures, but never challenge him alone." (Sirius)

In particular Reus, please be careful." (Emilia)

"Understood, Nee-chan. Whatever Aniki says are absolute!" (Reus)

If we went to Fonia with this pace, we would arrive just before noon.

In preparation for something that might be happening, the training today was discontinued. We, then, discussed the flow after we arrived in town while getting on the moving carriage.

As we didn't think that we would caught up with the upheaval later, it felt like we were going for a picnic, and that made Ashley so surprised when looking at us.

"They are amazing, aren't they, Ashley?" (Chris)

"Y-yes. How come… they can laugh? They may die, you know?" (Ashley)

"Well, they are Sensei and friends. They are the people whom I admire." (Chris)

"Yeah. I feel like… I can understand that feeling." (Ashley)

"If these people lend their hands, I'm sure that Ashley will be able to return to the temple. Of course, I will also do my best. And I… will protect you." (Chris)

"Alright… Thank you, Chris-kun." (Ashley)

The ladies were having gentle eyes, looking at those two who were staring each other while the air become good around them.

"Yeah… we're also can't lose to them. Sirius, I'll sit by your side for a while." (Fia)

"There is no need to compete. You too, Emilia." (Sirius)

"I am Sirius-sama's attendant." (Emilia)

"Reese-ane, the front side is empty, you know?" (Reus)

"That's a bit… embarra.s.sing." (Reese)

Although there was a possibility of making the whole town as our enemies if we poorly handled things, we were still like usual.

Without feeling any tension at all just like this, we arrived at Fonia, a sacred place of Mira's Doctrine.

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Extra

Recruiting people for Sirius-sama's Doctrine.

Qualification

A respect for Sirius-sama. It is a condition of having the mind to service without disobey even once.

Activities after joining

You will only break your heart for Sirius-sama. No more and no less than that.

Benefits

Can eat delicious meals.

Can receive stroking and brus.h.i.+ng from him.

By becoming executive, if you get the permission, you will get the right to touch the mascot, Hokuto…

"I was thinking what were you writing… confiscation!" (Sirius)

"Aah!? That's cruel, Sirius-sama!" (Emilia)

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Hokuto's cleaning afterwards.

※ Unlike the usual Hokuto, there are some brutal aspects here.

Since there is no cuteness scene, readers, who don't want to break the image of Hokuto, please be careful. (Author)

Midnight… After finis.h.i.+ng the interrogation of the men, Hokuto appeared in front of the men detained by soil.

"Wha… what!? Are you planning to eat us!?" (??)

There was no other than Hokuto. Although the men were scared to be eaten, when they realized that they couldn't feel hostility from him, they let out a breath of relief.

"W-well, Okami-chan. This soil… will you break it?" (??)

"You idiot! Do you think that monster can understand your words!?" (??)

"No, this guy is a smart monster. It moved because it fully understands what that man said, so it probably understands if we talk to it." (??)

"Really? It is still better than doing nothing." (??)

"Alright. Say Okami-chan, we will not do anything anymore… so will you break this?" (??)

"We have already reflected on it. That's why–… uhmm, what is that?" (??)

While the men appealed, one of the men noticed that Hokuto was holding something.

"…Prey? Is that your meal?" (??)

"Perhaps, is it not satisfied with that meal? Since it is big, it seems that it may need more." (??)

"I-is that so? Hey, if you free us, I will fill your belly." (??)

"If you are not eating enough, isn't it hard with such a master?" (??)

"Since we have a lot of money, we can let you eat until you satisfied, alright?" (??)

The mean desperately persuaded without noticing a subtle change of Hokuto.

And then, Hokuto dropped the prey on the ground…

"W-what!?" (??)

Brandis.h.i.+ng his nails, he tore off the prey.

The men were surprised, but Hokuto didn't do anything further and just turned his back.

"What… was that?" (??)

"Wa-wait! The blood…" (??)

To tear the prey means to splash the blood.

And the smell of the blood… was calling the predators.

When the men noticed it… Hokuto had already gone.

Hokuto was a partner of his Master, and a faithful servant.

One of his jobs was to receive an order to deal with opponents who would become a hindrance to his Master.

Even if he was seen as demon, he didn't hesitate at all for the sake of his Master.

"Woof!" (Hokuto)

Because it was Hokuto's way of life.