I Am Sought After by Everyone in a Different World Where the Power and Chastity of Men and Women Are Reversed - 72

Chapter 72: The Other Male Miko

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“…..”

….Now then, what should I do now?

At this rate, the healer who targeted me would be caught and punished even without solid evidence. Sure, having him caught would be convenient for me. However, as someone with the ethics of my previous world, I still couldn’t help but to wonder if it would be alright to catch him like this. Of course, since I was the target of the assassination, I really hoped he would be captured sooner than later. However, based on my experiences so far, I knew how severe the punishment in this world could be. It wouldn’t be an exaggeration to assume that the healer would receive the death penalty.

I knew the king only told Colette-san to fabricate the charges because we hadn’t obtained solid evidence yet. However, what if… What if these assassinations weren’t instigated by that healer? That meant, we would be punishing an innocent person. 

“I’m sorry, but I think we shouldn’t fabricate anything just to punish him. I would much prefer it if we can find the evidence and give him his deserved punishment afterward.”

Fabricating the evidence when we hadn’t proved that the healer was guilty yet really didn’t sit well with me, who was just an ordinary high schooler. I couldn’t stop thinking what if the healer was actually innocent. I wouldn’t be able to bear the guilt. I knew I was being naive, but I couldn’t help it. This was my hard limit. I couldn’t bear the guilt of causing someone’s death when we hadn’t obtained concrete evidence yet. 

“…Hm. So basically Souma-sama doesn’t want him to be punished without evidence? I see. Just as the rumor said, Souma-sama is really someone with a noble heart. If that’s what Souma-sama wishes then we will proceed accordingly.”

No,no,no,no.It’s not that my heart is noble or anything. If I’m going to be responsible for someone’s death, I don’t want it to be done unjustly. No fabrication or anything. I just don’t feel comfortable cheating the justice system like that…

“In that case, we will need to start investigating immediately and gather the evidence. Once we find the evidence, even if there’s any nobles that raise a complaint, we shall adhere to the laws of this country and punish him accordingly. Would that be alright with you, Souma-sama?”

“Yes. Please do it like so.”

“Very well. Colette, do as Souma-sama wishes.”

“Understood!”

The king gave the order to Colette-san. 

“However, until we can find the evidence, there’s a possibility Souma-sama will be attacked again. How about we increase the security around Souma-sama for a while?”

“The last assassination attempt by the brainwashed children merely took me by surprise. They won’t catch me off guard again. I won’t let myself fall for the same trick. Besides, I already have reliable guards that I can rely on!”

“Souma…”

I was completely caught off guard last time. I didn’t expect someone would brainwash the children like that. However, I definitely wouldn’t fall for the same trick again. Elmie and the others had become more vigilant too. I also wouldn’t let my guard down anymore. I knew that I could use my healing and detoxification magic on myself, so as long as I didn’t die instantly, I should be able to survive just fine. 

“I can see that you really trust your guards, huh? Understood. I shall proceed as Souma-sama wishes.”

For the time being, it seemed my request had been granted by the king. As long as we could obtain the evidence, we could punish that healer properly. Even if the healer were to receive the death penalty, I wouldn’t have anything to be guilty of. Of course, I wouldn’t try to intervene. He would be receiving his rightful punishment after all. 

“Then Souma-dono, is there anything else you would like?”

“Right. Is it possible for me to meet with the only other male miko in this kingdom?”

I knew there was one other male miko in this kingdom. I hadn’t met any other healer so far, so I would like to talk with another healer to gather more information about healing magic and stuff. 

“””…..”””

“Umm… If it’s not possible, it’s okay to say no to me. I was just thinking it would be nice if he could help us with testing the potions and all….”

….Their reaction was unexpected. Was my request really that weird? For some reason, the king, Colette-san and Jennie-san were exchanging awkward glances with each other. 

“…..I believe it should be fine to reveal the truth to Souma-dono. Souma-dono, come. Please follow me.”

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“Your Majesty…”

“This is Deva-dono. He’s the only other male miko in this kingdom.”

We were guided to a modest room by the king and her companions. The room wasn’t extravagant by any means. It wasn’t lavishly decorated with artworks or anything. There was only a simple bed, desk, chair, and a bookshelf. On the bed, there was an elderly man. He looked so thin, as if he hadn’t eaten a proper meal for a long time. He seemed unconscious too. His breathing was faint at best. 

“Excuse me, but could you step out for a bit?”

“Yes!”

At the king’s request, the woman who was sitting beside Deva-san left the room.

“She’s his attending physician. She’s been taking care of him ever since he became like this.”

Attending physician, which meant…

“Deva-sama fell ill severely about six months ago. This is an extremely rare disease that gradually weakens his body until ultimately… He won’t have enough power to breathe.”

Colette-san explained. 

“So far, we haven’t found the cure for this disease. We’ve gathered information from physicians across the country to no avail.”

“…..”

“I’m sure Souma-sama is already aware of this, but the healing magic from healer and even male miko cannot cure illness. Deva-sama had tried using recovery magic on himself, but alas, nothing could cure him.”

“Deva-dono was a wonderful healer. Despite having a rare job, he was never arrogant. He was always kind to everyone. He even secretly provided treatment free of charge to those who couldn’t afford it.”

“…. I see. He seems like a very kind person.”

“Indeed. Actually, he once saved my life too…. Right. Deva-dono actually resembles Souma-dono in some ways.”

“…..Umm, is it okay if I try to heal him with my healing magic?”

Deva-san was a male miko while my real job was a male saint. I might be able to heal him. 

“Yes, of course. After all, we’ve used up all our means. We… We don’t have any hope anymore.”

Deva-san’s situation sounded really dire indeed…

Please, let this work! I want to heal Deva-san!!

“High Heal! High Cure! High Dispel!”

Blinding light enveloped Deva-san’s body. However… Deva-san didn’t even stir. 

“Darn it…. It didn’t work, huh…”

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T/N: You know what, I think MC’s reasoning is relatable.  I mean, my overthinking-self will feel guilty too if… IFFFFFF that healer is innocent. I mean, right now we’re 99.99% sure he’s guilty but what IF??? IFFFF he’s not?