Chapter 164: Teach me, Julius-sensei!

　In order to skip the formalities of entering the royal castle, a carriage was supposed to come all the way from the castle to pick me up. This stands out. no doubt about it.

　However, it would be nearly impossible for a 10-year-old child to get to the castle in his own carriage and complete the entry procedures. First of all, he would not be trusted. That is why this action was taken.

“Can’t I just let the servant have power of attorney? That’s true too. After all, it’s a royal castle.”

“What’s wrong, little Julius?”

“No, nothing. I just thought it was about time for the carriage to arrive.”

　A carriage stopped in front of the townhouse gate. The knight guarding the iron fence in front opened the gate and led the way inside.  I thought there was no need to check the carriage, but there was a huge national emblem of the country hanging in front of it. I’ll say it again. This is conspicuous. There’s no doubt about it.

　My face must be drawn. And the faces of the servants who were supposed to accompany me were also drawn. Good, we’re on the same side.

“Julius-sama, I have come to pick you up by order of Giovanni Madras-sama, head of the Royal Palace Magic Potions Division.”

“Thank you. But next time, I’d like it to be a little less obvious where the carriage is coming from, don’t you think?　Isn’t it getting noisier around here?”

“A little.”

　Apparently, he had something on his mind. The knight looked away. Yes, I know. I’m sure he will advise him of that. This will be fine by tomorrow …… no, I’m worried. I’ll say a few words to Giovanni myself.

　When I got into the carriage, the remaining servants of the townhouse bowed their heads to see me off. Among them was, of course, the family orderly who runs the townhouse.

　I am sure this will be passed on to my brother Alex. And from there it will be passed on to our father.

　Even though it was not my fault, they will treat me as if I did something wrong again. It’s unreasonable.

　The carriage arrived in front of the royal castle. When I looked outside through the gap between the closed curtains, I saw the people around us staring at me, wondering what was going on. Yes, I wonder what’s going on. Good thing I kept the curtains closed.

　The carriage I rode on passed through the castle gate without being checked. This is not good. We were treated like guests of honor. I’m scared the castle will be noisy later. I have to somehow get to my destination before that happens.

　The carriage, which had proceeded deep into the castle, stopped at a different stop than the other day.

　When I got off the carriage and checked it out, it seemed like this was a place used by people working at the royal castle. Even now, several knights and people dressed like mage are staring at me. They must be wondering what’s going on.

　Among them, I found the three people I saw the other day wearing dark green robes. The three of them came straight towards me without hesitation. With a dash.

“Julius, sir!　We’ve been expecting you!”

　The three of them smile and wave at me. If I’m not mistaken, the person leading the way is Giovanni-sama.

“Sorry to keep you waiting.”

“No, that’s outrageous. We were just waiting patiently.”

　The knights, mages, and officials were watching us. This is going to become a rumor tomorrow. Will it be my fault? I was a little depressed, and Giovanni-sama and his friends took me to the area where the Royal Palace Potions division was located, In a rush.

“What are you wearing, Julius-sensei?”

“Oh, this is a lab coat. If you wear this, you will immediately notice when chemicals get on your clothes. Besides, it is convenient because you can wear it with most of your clothes on. And please don’t call me Sensei. Call me normally.”

“I see…! That’s great! Let’s prepare enough for everyone and spares right away!”

　Before Giovanni-sama could finish, one of the researchers dashed out of the room. You have a very high level of loyalty, Oi. More importantly, could you please stop calling me sensei?

“May I see the elixir you have perfected?”

“Yes, of course. I have them here. I managed to complete three of them.”

　It was on a table made of massive walnut at the back of the room I was led to. First I have to check what kind of quality it is. That might give me an idea of what to do.

　Panacea: lowest quality. Nullifies all poisons. You’ll die of bad taste. Smells unbearably bad. Physical strength reduction (small).

　What is this? What does physical strength reduction mean…maybe if it’s used on someone with weak stamina, they’ll die? This is not good. It’s successful, yet it isn’t .

“Um, Julius-sensei, what do you think?”

“This is no good.”

“……”

　It is indeed not okay. It would be a big problem if someone died from using this panacea. This is a level where we have to reconsider the material. It’s not a matter of how to make it.

“Um, could you show me the magic potions you used as materials, the “Advanced Recovery Potion” and the “Strong Antidote”?”

“Of course. I’ll bring it right away.”

　Giovanni-sama stopped for a moment, probably shocked that I had clearly said no, but he moved as soon as I called out to him. Maybe he had a dim sense of it. I’m sure His Majesty the King would have told him to some extent what kind of magic potion it was.

“Right this way”

　Additional magic potions were placed on the table. Both of them were of the lowest quality. How did this happen? No, they must have made them in the wrong way. Is it natural for this to happen?

　It seems that I need to teach them how to make “Advanced Recovery Potion’’” and “Strong Antidote”. This is going to be a long battle.

　Brother Alex has told me to stay in the royal capital for the social season, so I guess I’ll just have to be patient. With this in mind, I instructed Giovanni-sama to bring me the materials needed to create the magic potions.

　It would be easier to understand if I made it right in front of him. It’s a magic potion for the royal family, after all. It shouldn’t be a problem if people know how to make it.

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