Kays Translations
Just another Isekai Lover~
Chapter 29: The Royal Capital, Academy
“Is this the capital…?”
Celia murmured thoughtfully from the seat across the carriage.
For Celia, this is the capital of an enemy nation, so she must have a lot on her mind.
“It’s bustling, isn’t it…”
“Yeah.”
Through the carriage window, we could see many carriages passing by and numerous people walking around. Their faces all seemed bright and cheerful. I thought the Clarvain territory was lively, but it seems there’s always a higher level of activity.
“Let’s head to the academy first.”
“Yes.”
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The Royal Magic Academy is a boarding school. The entrance ceremony is tomorrow, so we should go directly to the academy.
“So this is the magic academy…!”
The Royal Magic Academy was located in a prime area, very close to the royal castle.
The academy’s gates, the courtyard, and the buildings all looked familiar. I had seen the academy many times in the game’s background. It was quite exciting!
Well, though the future awaiting me may not be very bright…
But I’ll change that future!
Upon arriving at the boys’ dormitory, Celia and I began giving instructions to the servants to get the room ready. My room was on the top floor of the boys’ dormitory. Even though I was removed from the line of succession, I was still a member of the marquis family. The room had a sense of history and was fairly nice.
However, the smooth start to academy life was soon interrupted by a problem.
The issue was what to do with Celia’s room.
My room had a bedroom, a living room, a walk-in closet, and a servant’s room, but the problem was with the servant’s room. It didn’t have a lock on it.
It’s only natural for Celia to be worried about the lack of a lock.
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“Here’s what we’ll do. I’ll sleep in the servant’s room, so you should use the bedroom. It has a lock.”
“That’s not acceptable! I’m fine with it, so please use the bedroom, Leonhart-sama.”
“But…”
“I believe that Leonhart-sama would not act dishonestly.”
“Grrr…”
What can I say to that…?
Right, I just need to be careful.
Come on, reason!
With that settled, we finished arranging the room and decided to explore the academy. Everywhere I looked reminded me of events from the game, and I was continuously moved by the nostalgia…
But there’s always someone who dampens the excitement.
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“Hey, that collar… Is that a slave? Why would a slave be in such a prestigious magic academy?”
“It must be someone’s attendant… But why bring a slave here?”
“Disgusting…”
It seemed that Celia was getting looked down on for being a slave.
What does it matter! They’re complaining about someone’s attendant!
“Leon-sama… I’m sorry. It’s because of me…”
“It’s not your fault, Celia! Let’s go.”
I took Celia’s hand, who had lowered her gaze, and started to head back to the boys’ dormitory.
However, a man stood in my way.
“Hey, you! What are you thinking, bringing a slave into this noble academy?”
“You…”
I recognized the face. I had seen it many times in the game. It was the boy who would become a friend and understanding ally to the protagonist, coming from a commoner background.
“I am Engelbrecht, the heir to the Ashoff Count family. I’m a new student.”
Since he introduced himself, I should introduce myself as well.
“I am Leonhart. Leonhart Clarvain.”
“Clarvain?”
Engelbrecht frowned at the name Clarvain.
“Hey, Clarvain…”
“That guy was removed from the Clarvain heir…”
“He only has one attribute, right? That means…”
“Isn’t that below commoners?!”
The surrounding nobles were whispering rumors. Since they were speaking so that I could hear, it was clearly out of malice.
Engelbrecht glared at me.
I don’t understand why I’m being looked at like that.
“Leonhart, I’m opposed to slavery. Slaves are not at fault. I will free your slave.”
What is he saying right after meeting me?
“Engelbrecht, that’s your opinion, not a rule or law. The country’s laws don’t prohibit slavery, and the academy’s rules don’t forbid slaves as servants. Could you leave it alone?”
It was becoming a hassle to deal with him.
I tried to pass by Engelbrecht and head back to the boys’ dormitory. However, Engelbrecht got in my way.
“Wait, the discussion isn’t over yet.”
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“Is there still something you need?”
“Miss over there, don’t you want freedom? You didn’t become a slave by choice, did you? Come on, take my hand. I’ll set you free.”
I slapped Engelbrecht’s hand away.
“Don’t you understand? Just leave me alone.”
“Don’t you understand the meaning of opposing me? I am the next Count of the Ashoff family, of course, with the corresponding attributes. Unlike you.”
Why is he so combative?