It’s Been 500 Years as an Extra, and the Original Story Still Hasn’t Begun - Chapter 117

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500 Years as Just an Extra,

 

The Original Story Still Won’t Begin

 

Episode 117

 

“Teacher.”

 

Rebecca, who had been watching the whole time, approached from the side. Her expression was much more rigid than usual.

 

‘What, what is it all of a sudden?’

 

To Rebecca, who was nothing short of a model Knight, the very existence of this Book might have been unpleasant. It wasn’t even an ordinary Romance Novel, but a Book that exuded an adult atmosphere from its Cover.

 

“I have something urgent to tell you.”

 

“Wh-what is it?”

 

Rebecca, whose eyes had been gleaming intensely, slightly lowered her head and whispered in a very small voice.

 

“…When you finish reading it, could I also…”

 

“…Sure.”

 

As if she had completed some important mission, Rebecca’s face was slightly flushed as she let out a sigh of relief. Seeing this, Hilda immediately shoved the Book she was holding into Rebecca’s hands.

 

“I thought you had something important to say, hmph.”

 

“N-no, that’s…”

 

“Never mind.”

 

Hilda, who had snapped curtly, brushed past Ailesia and muttered in a barely audible voice.

 

“I called dibs first, tsk.”

 

“…Take it when Rebecca finishes reading.”

 

Delighted by those words, Hilda naturally bowed her head and took Elenora’s hand.

 

Was it just her imagination that their steps leaving the Library seemed strangely light?

 

‘They are at an age overflowing with curiosity…’

 

Even in a fantasy world, people are all the same, all the same. Really now.

 

* * *

 

The next day, after playing excitedly with the Wolves in the afternoon, Elenora inevitably departed for Dreamland right after dinner.

 

‘The second time is always easier, heh.’

 

This was exactly why she had called Whitey and Blanky. Ailesia wore a sinister smile like a mastermind from a novel as she returned to her Room to prepare for going out.

 

-Starting today, please visit anytime convenient within the week.

 

Melbarik’s Letter, which arrived under the alias ‘Breeze,’ was simple and clear. It contained only brief greetings and a request to visit the Magic Tower.

 

After changing into appropriate clothes, Ailesia headed straight to Termion’s Office. This was to keep her previous promise to inform him beforehand when going out.

 

“I’ll go with you.”

 

“Huh?”

 

What’s he talking about all of a sudden? This wasn’t part of the plan.

 

While she was too flustered to say anything, Termion organized the Documents on his desk and put on a thick Coat. His actions were swift, as if he had been waiting.

 

“Would it be inconvenient if I came along?”

 

“No, it’s not particularly that… Why?”

 

“I’m curious.”

 

“The Magic Tower, what kind of place it is? Or the Magic Tower Master?”

 

“Both.”

 

Termion, who had even put on gloves by now, answered calmly, but Ailesia thought his voice sounded a bit stiff.

 

‘…Jealousy? Wariness?’

 

For that to be the case, his expression was too calm. Should I probe a little more?

 

“Aren’t you busy?”

 

“February is relatively free for me. Right now, the most important thing is the matter regarding dark magic and those behind it.”

 

It wasn’t wrong. Even though Zeke, no, Sigmund had already confessed everything, evidence related to the First Imperial Consort was still lacking.

 

Since Termion was also a party involved in this matter, he would naturally want to know about the dark magic in detail. No matter how thoroughly Ailesia conveyed the information to him, there would be a difference between that and hearing it directly.

 

“But going there as you are might be a bit problematic.”

 

“What do you mean?”

 

Judging by his attitude, it was already hopeless to persuade him not to go. In that case, she had no choice but to take him as quietly as possible.

 

“The fact that Grand Duke Retis visited the Magic Tower itself might draw people’s attention.”

 

“That’s why I brought a robe and mask. To hide my face.”

 

Oh, so Termion was indeed mindful of that much. But since they were meeting Melbarik, simply hiding his appearance wouldn’t be enough.

 

“Wear this too.”

 

“That necklace from before.”

 

“That’s this one.”

 

Termion showed a very displeased expression at the sight of Ailesia holding one necklace in each hand and shaking them.

 

“…Two necklaces?”

 

“You need to hide your Aura Master level too.”

 

“If I keep it suppressed, I’ll look like an ordinary knight.”

 

“That’s only when dealing with ordinary mages. A slight scan of your mana core would immediately give you away.”

 

An Upper Mage could use simple detection magic without leaving even a trace of presence. Moreover, Melbarik had guessed her level just by glancing at her dress at the New Year banquet—though he was completely wrong—so his perceptiveness was quite remarkable.

 

‘Such content appears in the original work too.’

 

Melbarik was particularly sensitive to Termion’s presence before he appeared. It was similar to how Aura Masters detect nearby presences through presence detection, so perhaps it was an innate ability separate from his level as a mage.

 

‘What did he say? That the surrounding air becomes completely different?’

 

Particularly the scene where he noticed Termion was nearby while talking with Elenora and immediately used spatial transfer magic was quite amusing. Since meeting Termion would only lead to quarrels, he evacuated first.

 

Of course, in the comments there was another war between ‘considerate gentleman’ vs ‘timid man who hates trouble’… From what I’ve experienced directly, it seems closer to the former though.

 

“If you don’t wear both necklaces, I’ll go alone.”

 

“…Tsk.”

 

Termion clicked his tongue briefly and snatched the necklaces, putting them around his neck. After arranging them so the strings wouldn’t show inside his shirt, he buttoned up and lifted his chin to show her.

 

“Is this good?”

 

“Perfect.”

 

Ailesia, who had unconsciously been about to touch his chin, flinched and pulled her hand back. He felt exactly like a pet seeking praise, so she almost made a mistake.

 

“I’ll say you’re my escort knight, so just go along with it appropriately. Stay quiet unless you absolutely have to say something.”

 

“He wouldn’t know my voice though?”

 

“Wouldn’t it be better to hide the fact that you secretly came and went to the Magic Tower? It would be troublesome if rumors spread later.”

 

“Do we really have to go that far?”

 

…Well, it’s because I don’t like you getting involved with Melbarik!

 

It was partly because she couldn’t fully trust Melbarik yet, but she also didn’t want to add another stress factor for Termion.

 

‘Our personalities just don’t match. We’re the type who could never get along even if our lives depended on it.’

 

Moreover, both of them were showing interest in her… wait.

 

…Forget the original work and everything else, isn’t this the bigger problem?!

 

‘Good heavens, I must be crazy…!’

 

When I should be forcibly keeping them apart so they never meet, I’m creating a meeting plaza myself? Did I perhaps iron my brain or something?

 

“Ugh…”

 

“Ailesia?”

 

She held her head in both hands and fell into deep anguish.

 

Should she go alone even now? If she just escaped with Spatial Movement, how could Termion possibly follow?

 

‘…No, if I did that, he might barge in openly and cause a scene.’

 

Though it didn’t suit Termion’s personality, the recklessness of a boy fallen into unrequited love was unpredictable.

 

“Ailesia, are you feeling unwell?”

 

“Huh…?”

 

When she looked up at the voice ringing close to her ear, Termion’s face was full of worry.

 

“You don’t have a fever…”

 

Termion took off the gloves he had just put on. When his palm, neither cold nor hot, touched her forehead, a strange warmth was conveyed.

 

“Do you have a headache or dizziness?”

 

“…Not particularly.”

 

Ailesia answered in a slightly subdued voice.

 

She could just say she was fine and push his hand away, but perhaps because of the tickling sensation in a corner of her chest, her body wouldn’t move.

 

Her limbs even trembled numbly as if paralyzed.

 

“If you’re having a hard time, how about resting? We could go to the Magic Tower tomorrow.”

 

Slowly.

 

Only after Termion’s hand returned to its place did Ailesia finally exhale the breath that had been stuck.

 

“Phew.”

 

“…Is your breathing uncomfortable too?”

 

“No, I was just thinking about something else for a moment.”

 

Once Termion’s hand was gone, she felt like heat was rushing up. Ailesia turned her head and fanned herself with her hand as she headed for the door first.

 

“Anyway, if you’re coming with me, you have to behave quietly without making a peep. Got it?”

 

“I’ll try my best.”

 

Termion, clutching the gloves he had taken off, followed behind her.

 

* * *

 

“Welcome. We’re pleased to have you visit, Lady Ailesia Milenov.”

 

As soon as they set foot in the Magic Tower’s first floor lobby, a staff member from the information desk rushed over and bowed respectfully. It was the same staff member who had greeted her on her first visit.

 

“Nice to see you again. Where’s Melbarik?”

 

“He’s in his office. Would you like to go up right away?”

 

“I have one companion with me, would that be alright?”

 

“Ah… I apologize. Please wait just a moment, just a brief moment, and I’ll guide you right away.”

 

The staff member hurried back to their position and seemed to have a conversation with someone, then soon a flash of light burst beside Ailesia as Melbarik appeared in person.

 

“It’s been a while, Lady Milenov.”

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