The Encounter Between the Forsaken Healing Magic’s Beloved Child and the Betrayed Black Dragon Princess of Calamity - 43

Chapter 43: The Captain of the Dragon’s Royal Guard Wants to Train Gilbert

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“Mm…!”

“Gil-kun, do your best!”

A week had passed since I learned that I might be able to use dragon magic. Today as well, I tried to use dragon magic under Mer-san’s tutelage, but…

“Phew! N-no… I can’t…”

Gasping, I collapsed to the ground. Just like when Mer-san had poured her magic power into me, I was able to manipulate my own magic power, but I just couldn’t put them into use. 

Maybe it’s impossible for a human to use dragon magic after all…

“N-no, I can’t give up yet! There’s definitely a way!”

Right. I was able to produce the same magic power as Mer-san. So that meant I should be able to use dragon magic. 

“That’s the spirit! Gil-kun, I believe in you!”

“Y-yes! I’ll do my best!”

I clenched my fists with both hands and nodded enthusiastically in response to Mer-san’s encouragement. I absolutely have to master dragon magic so I could protect Mer-san from the threats that might target her in the future. I had decided that. 

Knock. Knock.

The door opened and Elsa-san came in while pushing a cart. On the cart was a tea set and a variety of delicious-looking sweets.

“Wow…! It looks so delicious!”

“I made this especially for you, Gilbert-sama. Please, enjoy.”

Elsa-san placed the cups and sweets in front of me as I marveled at the treats. Since Mer-san became the queen of Dragroar Kingdom and all the dragons had left, Elsa-san had been taking care of our meals and daily needs. I had offered to help, thinking it might be tough for her to do everything alone, but Elsa-san only calmly replied, “This is just part of a maid’s duties,” without even changing her expression.

At that time, Elsa-san looked so proud of her job, which made her so cool to me. 

“Well… if you ever need help with anything, feel free to ask. I used to clean and do laundry at the palace, but… Well, I’m not sure if I can be of much help to you, but still…”

“What are you talking about, Gilbert-sama? But…. Thank you for the offer. Gilbert-sama’s kindness never fails to save me.”

Elsa-san squatted down beside me and looked at me with her lilac-colored eyes. Whenever she talked to me, she always squatted down to make eye contact with me. This gesture made me happy, but when I thanked her for that, she only looked at me with a puzzled expression in return. She looked like she was genuinely confused why I was thanking her for that. 

“Muuu… I-I’m always saved by Gil-kun’s kindness too!”

Puffing out her cheeks, Mer-san sulked as she watched our exchange.

I don’t even know what she’s trying to compete with, but despite being a beautiful, mature woman, she actually has her childish side. She’s really cute when she’s like this. 

But at that moment… 

“Young Master Gil!”

The person who forcefully opened the door and entered the room was, just as I expected, Conrad-san. However, seeing the determined look on his face, I couldn’t help but feel a bit anxious. His face looked ominous somehow. 

“Conrad, as you can see, we’re currently enjoying our tea and chatting leisurely. Please be quiet.”

“Hahaha! My, my, pardon my intrusion!”

Conrad-san apologized, but it was clear to see he didn’t actually feel he was in the wrong. 

“Well… Anyway, Young Master Gil, it’s about time you stop reading books all the time and start moving your body.”

“Ri-Right….”

“And since you’re going to move your body anyway, let me, Conrad Gargouille,the one hailed as the best warrior in Dragroar Kingdom, teach you swordsmanship!”

I knew it. My bad premonition was spot on. 

“U-Umm… Right now, I think learning dragon magic is more important for us. I’m sorry, but…”

I said, trying to refuse him politely. Based on Klaus’ last word, it seemed there were other entities that could harm Mer-san, the goddess or her beloved children or something. Hence why, I wanted to prioritize learning dragon magic so I would be able to protect Mer-san if they actually came to harm us. 

“Mumumu…. B-But… As a man, isn’t it better if you can use at least one or two weapons? In fact, I think Princess-sama might fall for you even deeper if Young Master Gil shows her how cool you are when you wield the sword…. Ugh-?!”

“Conrad, you better watch your words.”

“Pri-Princess-sama?!”

Mer-san flashed a menacing smile as she stared at Conrad-san with a deep killing intent. Conrad-san immediately froze on the spot. Cold sweat began trickling down from his forehead.

“Conrad, you’re just trying to train Gil-kun for your own satisfaction, aren’t you? Don’t use me as an excuse.”

“….It’s all because Princess-sama won’t stop monopolizing Young Master Gil…”

“Conrad.”

“Ne-Nevermind!”

Conrad-san seemed about to say something, but after another glare from Mer-san, he reluctantly gave up. However, he looked obviously displeased. 

“O-Once I’ve mastered dragon magic, then I would like to learn swordsmanship under you, Conrad-san.”

“-?! Re-Really?!”

Conrad-san looked so pitiful with his head lowered like that, so I said that to cheer him up and indeed… Conrad-san suddenly lifted his face excitedly. 

“Ye-Yes. When that time comes, please take care of me, Conrad-san.”

“Yes, yes! Absolutely! I will be looking forward to it! And so… Princess-sama, please do something to help Young Master Gil learn magic quickly.”

“Conrad, you’ve become increasingly bold toward me, haven’t you…”

Seeing how elated Conrad-san was, Mer-san pressed her hand to her temple and shook her head in exasperation. I could understand her feelings… Just for a bit though. 

“Hahaha! Anyway, putting the topic of training Young Master Gil aside… Princess-sama, the deadline for that is less than a month away. 

“Huh? What deadline?”

Noticing that Conrad-san’s expression had turned serious, I asked that question.

“The deadline for the human countries to send their response after Klaus had threatened them to submit or die.”

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