I, Asuna, don't want to travel around the world

The dining table, covered with a clean white tablecloth, was rectangular, like a long table for a late dinner.

Around the long table were seats with tableware already laid out, and everything looked so neat and orderly.

"Lady Emilia, two guests."

Ramleem had been waiting for a long time, and the table was filled with the fruits of their labor.

Although the food doesn’t look fancy and even a bit homely, the aroma of the food has already wafted in the air, tempting your appetite.

And at the main seat of the immaculate white long table, there was already someone sitting there.

"Welcome to the Roswaal Mansion, guest from afar."

The head of the family, who was dressed like a clown, smiled at them.

The tone of his voice really sounded like he was performing a comedy show, which formed a strong contrast with the long white table and the gorgeous restaurant, making him look extremely funny.

"Ah! Found it! That's right, he is the one who lowered the style of the entire 'palace'!" Natsuki Subaru's expression remained unchanged. Under Asuna's "guidance", he has barely learned to control himself. Even when complaining, he would not show any fluctuation in expression.

It's just that he hasn't mastered this skill yet, and occasionally he would get lost in his own brainstorming and have strange expressions on his face.

But as for that mouth, I can now control it.

The twin sisters took a step forward and bowed to each other.

"Lord Roswaal, Lady Emilia is here."

"Lord Roswaal, the guests have arrived."

The two maids said in unison in a dignified and polite manner.

In response, Roswaal simply waved his hand and said this as if it was nothing new.

"Well, thank you for your hard work. I'll still rely on you from now on."

Rem and Ram nodded as if they had received an order, then slowly retreated.

"Well, everyone, please take a seat." The clown-like magician invited everyone.

"I thought you could at least put on a more normal image..." Emilia reluctantly sat down in her seat.

"Excuse me." Asuna nodded to Roswaal, said a polite word out of habit, and finally sat down on the seat to the left of Roswaal, facing Emilia.

Natsuki Subaru also followed Asuna's example and sat next to her.

"I guess this is the traveler who amazed the Sword Saint." Roswaal turned his head and said, "I already know the purpose of your visit. I didn't expect that a mere magician like me could be recognized by the Sword Saint. Ah~~~ This is really an honor~!"

A few black lines appeared on Emilia's forehead. Roswaal's expression was too exaggerated, and there was no skill in his tone. People couldn't help but grab his collar and punch his "greasy" face hard.

37 Roswaal's Invitation

Asuna's expression remained unchanged, as if she had not noticed Roswaal's ridiculous performance, and she said:

"You are too modest, Master Roswaal.

Although I was surprised to receive the Sword Master's recognition, it is too modest for the strongest magician in the kingdom who was given the title of 'Court Magician' to call himself just a 'small magician'.

Roswaal achieved great success in three different areas of magic, namely "red" representing the pinnacle of fire magic, "green" representing the pinnacle of wind magic, and "yellow" representing the pinnacle of earth magic.

Each of these items was a height that an ordinary magician would find difficult to reach in their lifetime, and was also proof of their strength.

What's more, Roswaal himself possesses a kind of protection called "Magic Guidance", which makes him even more powerful.

With this blessing, Roswaal can not only use magic of all attributes, but also surpass ordinary people in power and speed. It can be said that he has reached the pinnacle of humanity. His strength and deterrence are comparable to a powerful regular army.

One person makes an army, which is no joke in this world.

It is precisely for this reason that he was entrusted with the important task of guarding a country's border single-handedly.

Therefore, Roswaal's description of himself was indeed too modest.

Facing Asuna's response, Roswaal still maintained his unique smile and waved his hand: "Although I am indeed a genius, and this matter is no secret in the kingdom, but compared to that sword master, I am indeed just an ordinary magician."

Natsuki Subaru, who was eating, paused. Damn, this guy is too ordinary!

The next moment, he turned his grief and anger into appetite and tried to make up for it by eating too much.

Even though you are strong, my appetite is no joke!

Natsuki Subaru firmly believes that if he eats more and exercises more, he will become stronger sooner or later.

Ram, who was standing not far away, silently calculated the food storage in the mansion, "It seems that we need to purchase more food. The food reserves we had before are not enough for this guest."

Seeing the lord being so modest, Asuna nodded in agreement: "Indeed, compared to that person, I am just an ordinary traveler."

After a good conversation (Versailles).

Emilia, who was originally worried that Asuna would not be able to adapt to Roswaal's strange personality, finally breathed a sigh of relief, "It seems that they get along well."

One is the benefactor who helped him find the Royal Medal and even saved his life.

Although the other one always seemed unreliable, he always supported me in participating in the king election, took me in, and gave me a place to stay.

If the two of them had a conflict or even fought, Emilia really didn't know how to make a choice. That kind of thing would be too difficult for her.

Fortunately, judging from the current situation, the two of them get along well?

Just as Emilia slowly breathed a sigh of relief, Asuna and Roswaal's casual conversation finally got to the point.

"I have already learned the details of the incident from Ram."

Roswaal looked at Asuna and said, "First of all, regarding the matter of Lady Emilia's lost badge, I am very grateful for your assistance. Whether it is retrieving the badge or fighting the [Gut Hunter] and protecting Lady Emilia, it is a favor that we cannot repay.

And I heard that you just seem to want to gain some magical knowledge?

If that's all, even if you make other requests, as a supporter of Lady Emilia, I won't refuse."

Asuna nodded: "These are enough."

The magic in each world is different. Although Asuna has acquired some magic skills before, those are like skills learned in the game. She does not need to learn them by herself. As long as they are collected and learned and enough energy is supplied, they can be activated.

In this world, magic seems to have its own system. If one can apply the magic system of this world to other things, then perhaps one can fully understand the magic that one has learned in the past and turn it into one's own foundation.

But Asuna's straightforward answer made Roswaal stunned. It seemed that he didn't expect that Asuna really pursued this?

"I didn't expect you to be satisfied so easily...

So, from now on, you are the distinguished guest of this mansion and can browse my collection of books at will.

But please be careful not to cause damage while reading, because some books have become unique copies, and if they are damaged..."

"Don't worry about that. I will read it carefully." Asuna expressed her understanding.

Those who can write magic books usually have considerable magical attainments and may leave some hidden tricks or insights in the books.

Malice or goodwill, everything depends on the author's thoughts.

Everything is possible, from being harmed by reading magic books to gaining hidden insights or small gifts from the author.

But if it was re-copied and recorded by later generations... then this kind of "little treasure chest" will never be accessible.

A master of magic like Roswaal has collected quite a few rare books over the years.

After receiving Asuna's assurance, Roswaal continued, "However, there are also some forbidden books in my collection, and those can be opened to Miss Asuna."

"I understand. Please put those banned books away separately when the time comes." Asuna didn't care. After all, she was just learning to "walk" in the magic world. As for banned books like that, she should wait until she has a certain foundation in magic before finding a way to borrow them.

"..." Roswaal hesitated to speak.

Is this all you pursue in magic?

You have helped us so much just for this pursuit?

You're such a Buddhist that it's really difficult for me to deal with you!

The smile on Roswaal's face was a little hard to hold. "However, if Miss Asuna is willing to help us with one thing, I will allow you to browse the books in the library without restrictions!"

"So, what are the conditions?" Asuna looked at him in surprise and asked knowingly.

Offering such generous conditions shows that Roswaal is asking for a lot.

Before, they said that certain banned books could not be read, but now, as long as one agrees to one condition, even banned books can be read freely.

However, given their current situation, the conditions proposed by Roswaal were almost obvious.

"Roswaal!"

See, even Emilia noticed the intention of the clown Count.

"That's right! The condition is that Miss Asuna, you have to join our side and help Emilia become the king of this kingdom!"

38 A forbidden library that does not belong to the mansion?

"No need to be surprised, Lady Emilia."

Roswaal soothed him, "After all, compared to the other kingdom candidates, our preparations are still a little insufficient, and we urgently need talents like Miss Asuna to join us."

Natsuki Subaru, who was eating madly, silently put down the bread in his hand and his face became serious, as if he also played an important role in this matter.

But in fact, almost everyone treated him as Asuna's pendant.

However... I was faced with such a major decision not long after crossing into another world!

I’m really envious!

This is the real beginning of another world. It’s really not right for someone like me who has to train from scratch and doesn’t even have any special abilities!

No one knows what is going on in the mind of this somewhat ferocious-looking boy.

Asuna was also thinking silently.

Let's take a look at the top combat power of Emilia's side:

Roswaal, Parker... and then it seemed like nothing happened?

Among them, Parker is the type who goes off work at a certain time. Once the enemy figures out his pattern and Roswaal is not with Emilia, it will be easy for the enemy to carry out a decapitation tactic against Emilia.

Kill the hostile chosen king directly, and then put the blame on a notorious witch organization in the world...

Look, the silver-haired half-elf Chosen King was killed by the guys from the Witch Cult!

What a perfect plan.

Faced with such a start, it is really not easy for Emilia to still stick to her ideals.

After all, other chosen kings didn't have a start like hers.

And at this moment, a strange and powerful man like me suddenly appeared and even got the recognition of the Sword Saint. It is reasonable for Roswaal to recruit me, right?

But, does he really trust himself?

What if I am a spy sent by the enemy to infiltrate their organization?

As an earl and a supporter of the King's Choice, it is impossible for Roswaal not to have even this little suspicion.

Forget it, let's just wait and see. At worst, I can just take Natsuki Subaru and run away to other countries.

I just don't know how much I can learn about the magic of this world before then.

However, if I was lucky enough to help them win the king's election.

Emilia, can you really shoulder this burden?

Asuna looked at Emilia.

The girl was saying something to Roswaal in dissatisfaction, as if accusing Roswaal of dragging his friend into the quagmire without her consent.

Obviously, even this simple girl is well aware of her situation, but she still insists on this difficult path.

Although Asuna had already known about Emilia before coming to the mansion, given Emilia's personality, it would probably be very difficult for her to become the king...

Wait, I haven’t joined their camp yet, and even the final winner hasn’t been decided yet!

Why did I subconsciously consider such a long-term problem? ? ?

After thinking for a moment, Asuna spoke slowly: "First of all, I'm not sure how long I can stay here.

If even so, Roswaal, you still want to invite me to join you... then I can only say that during this period of time, I will do my best to help you. "

"Oh~!"

Roswaal's clown-faced face once again revealed a bright smile.

He extended his right hand to Asuna, and said in a funny and high voice with joy: "Very good! No, it's really great!