Ankoku Kishi Monogatari ~Yuusha wo Taosu Tameni Maou ni Shoukansaremashita~

◆ Black-haired Sage Chiyuki

Flying over the Kisonian plains, you can see people running down the grasslands.

A race of Centaurs with a human upper body and a horse lower body is running.

I can see the Centaurs panicking.

Probably because of me. I'm on a griffon now. You must be afraid of that griffon.

The vast Kissonian plains are home to many species that inhabit the grasslands. The Centaurs, whose representative species are visible below, and the Saturus, whose upper body is human and whose lower body looks like a goat.

When I first saw the species coming out of the myth, I was touched, but when I actually saw it, the illusion was shattered.

The Centaurs are favourable, with some exceptions, and when we look at them, they attack us. Of course I chased them away, but everything seems to be a species with only men, attacking human women for reproduction.

In one case, the illusion was shattered, but if you think about it carefully, it feels like they were such a character in mythology.

I was touched when I saw the dragons coming out of the story, but it is a vicious existence for humans in this world. That shouldn't change the story of the original world.

It's not like listening to a story. It's not like actually seeing it. We can laugh because we are powerful, but this world is inherently harsh for people to live in. Don't forget that.

And Griffon was supposed to be a vicious beast.

"But when this happens, it's cute..."

I shake Griffon's neck.

Griffon is a beast with the head of an eagle and a lion's body with wings. The habitat is in the Central Mountains, stretching from the Minon plains to the west to the Kisonian plains to the east.

There are no dragons in the Central Mountains, and the most powerful creature in the area is the Griffon. The mightiest beast on the Kisonian plains is leaning against me.

We used the abilities of Nao and Reno to ride some of the Griffons and Hippoglyphs that live in the Kisonian Plains. You can also summon it at any time with a magical tool for summoning, made by Dwarves.

And the permission to fly in the sky was also granted by Lena's cleverness, on the condition that Ellios' airspace would not be flown. As a result, the griffon can also fly away from its original habitat.

The use of griffins has greatly expanded our reach.

And I'm riding on a griffon and heading somewhere.

Eventually, as you fly on a griffon, you can see the high and steep mountains.

The Central Mountains divide the continent east and west.

You can see a lot of harpy flying in the central mountains.

The Harpy are a species of eagles with arms on the body of a human woman and eagles on the lower body. And they are not very friendly to humans.

However, since he is riding a griffon stronger than them, he will not be attacked, but rather will try to escape.

Also, unlike the Centaurs, the Harpys are a race with only women. They attack human men for reproduction.

By the way, when you have children between other races, a boy is born from his father's race, and a girl is born from his mother's race.

In that case, I think it would be good to connect with Centaurs and Harpy, but they both seem to prefer humans. Not all species have been studied, but it seems that the preferences of the opposite sex in most species are no different from those of humans.

I think it's strange, but I had no choice but to convince myself that it was such a thing.

Considering that, it passes too far through the Central Mountains. From here on is the west side of the continent. And from here, through the Minnon plains, beyond Ariad Bay, there is the Academy of Salia, the destination.

The reason for going to Salia's college is to find out.

The Dark Knight Dihart was a childhood friend of Shirone. Probably summoned by the Demon King.

But there's something I don't know. Why is he working with the Devil King?

You don't have to obey no matter how many summonses you get.

According to Shirone, he is not a kind man to help an evil demon king.

Maybe it's being manipulated by some sort of magic or something.

The Salia Academy you're heading to is like a university where magicians from all over the world gather to study and learn about magic.

They say there are books about various magic in Salia's academy. There may be information about manipulative magic. That's why I went to the academy alone.

I'm alone because I'm the only one who can do this kind of research. Other members are unfit for such plain work. It was the only one that seemed to be able to make kaya, but I was worried about the other members so I had them stay. That's why Chiyuki went to Salia's college by herself.

They said that Shirone had gone with them, but now Shirone is clearly restless and can only get in the way. That's why I left it in the Republic of St. Lenaria.

Perhaps by now, even the monsters around them have been exterminated and distracted.

That's why I flew the Griffon all the way to Salia's academy.

◆ Black-haired Sage Chiyuki

The magical city of Salia is a city in a basin surrounded by mountains.

In this world, it is common for a city to be one country, but Saria is not. So there is no such thing as a Saria citizen.

In the first place, Salia is a city dominated by associations of sorcerers with branches around the world. All the magicians belonging to the association may be said to be citizens.

And it was Salia's academy that the sorcerers' association created to study magic and train sorcerers.

When I arrived near Salia, I released the Griffon and headed for Salia.

I wish I could set a destination for this Saria, but I haven't gotten permission. Apparently, we need to be in a good position within the Association.

Proceed at the gates of the Wall. Show the gatekeeper a card-shaped silver board to prove that he is an association sorcerer and he will pass through.

Saria is free to go in and out if she is a sorcerer belonging to the association. I belong to the Society of Magicians of the Republic of St. Lenaria. Silver plates were also issued there.

Once in Salia, you don't hesitate to go to your destination.

I've never been to Salia before. I've known the city of Salia before and I've been here because I was interested. At that time, I am checking where what is in general. The destination is the library in Salia's college.

As you walk, you cross paths with some unsurprising magicians. Probably ordinary people living in this city.

The magician always wears a black robe, so it's easy to tell who isn't.

There are hundreds of magicians living in Salia, just a city of magicians.

However, magicians are not the only cities in which they live. The guards on the walls protecting the city from gatekeepers and monsters are ordinary people who cannot use magic. They're hiring freedom fighters from some country. In addition, merchants who handle the necessities of life are also ordinary people.

You can think of about 60% as ordinary people.

As you walk, you'll reach the library for reception.

The man at the reception looks like a magician, unlike the gatekeeper. This library is probably an important facility for using magicians for this kind of reception.

If the library is also an association sorcerer, anyone can get in.

I show the silver plank as I showed it to the doorman. The man at the reception looks strange. Was there something wrong?

"Um... maybe you're the Dark-haired Wise Man?

The man at the reception asks me if it's okay.

"I don't call myself that, but I'm sometimes called that."

That's what I say when I find out why a man has a strange face.

You can't name yourself a wise man. But I don't think it is possible to deny it, so I try to answer that when asked.

"I thought it would be interesting if you were a beautiful woman with black hair on top of a silver board issued by the Republic of St. Lenaria, but you are the wise man with black hair, Lord Chiyuki. Next time...."

"Um... I'd like to enter the library if possible..."

It was going to be a long story, so I stopped talking.

"Oh, I'm sorry. Go ahead, Chiyuki."

She still talked to me, but I don't mind going first.

Start by looking for a place to find the book you're looking for from the catalogue near the entrance. What I'm looking for is a book with the magic of interfering with the inside, such as the spirit.

Magic that interferes with the inner surface, such as the spirit, includes sleep and confusion. The magic of manipulating people must be in the same place.

Walk between the shelves where the books are placed, losing as much as you can to your destination.

Apparently, there are magic books that interfere with the inside, such as spirits, on the shelves in this area.

The title of the book is written in the characters of this world, but there is no problem.

The sentences in this world were not so hard.

First of all, there are 21 basic types of characters, each with uppercase, middle and lowercase letters, all of which are 63 characters. A few additional symbols are added to the text. And syntax was closer to Japanese than English, so it was easy for us to learn.

Of course, no matter how easy it was to master, it was difficult to read sentences from another world. Except for Lino, which I don't remember, it still seems difficult to read Shirone and Sahoko. Kyoka said she could read, but it's a little suspicious. Kaya seems to be able to read quite well.

Surprisingly, Reggie and Nao. These two mastered fast.

Especially with Rage's mastery, he can read as much as I do, even though he doesn't seem to be working hard. I was desperate to study until late at night, and I finally learned to read. I don't like this kind of guy.

Nao was also attracted to his physical abilities, but he was actually quite smart and mastered them lightly.

I am worthy of my efforts and can read and write normally. I still feel uncomfortable reading it now. It feels as if all Japanese is Roman.

Well, you'll get used to it eventually. Moreover, it is difficult to read books that are difficult to read at present, but it is not a hindrance to reading ordinary books.

I'll take some books. Take books that are out of reach with a magic hand.

This magical hand can create a magical, transparent hand and take objects from afar.

Even a normal magician seems to be able to make only a few magic hands, but I can make up to a hundred hands. Length can stretch up to 100 meters.

However, you can hold it with a magical hand until it weighs as much as you can hold it with your own hands. Therefore, even if a powerless person uses a magical hand, he cannot carry heavy luggage. Since I am strong in this world, there is no problem because I can carry quite heavy luggage. You can crush people's heads if you want to.

When I take about twenty books, I look for an empty desk.

According to the manual, this library does not lend money. That's why I have to read a book in this library. There are several reading desks in the library for this purpose. You have to bring some books there to read or copy.

When I find an empty desk, I spread the book there. At first, it was written about the magic of domination. I'm experimenting with how much control I can have over monster opponents of various races, and it's all about that. It might help.

I read a book.

"Dark-haired wise man Chiyuki."

I suddenly whisper when reading a book.

Turning around, he was the man at the reception earlier.

"Um, what?

I can't speak loudly in the library, so I answer quietly.

"That chiyuki. As a matter of fact, Vice President Talaboss would like to see you... is it a good time?

The receptionist says he's sorry.

"Vice President?

"Yes, vice president of the Society of Magicians."

The receptionist nods.

I've never met anyone named Taraboshi. But he's quite the vice president, isn't he? I have no choice but to go and see him.

I will be taken by the receptionist man and guided to a room in the library.

When I entered, there was a middle-aged man who was fat there. I wonder if I'm in my 50s, but the attitude that always smiles reminds me of a merchant rather than a magician. I didn't really feel like a magician.

Lord Chiyuki, this is Vice President Talaboss.

The receptionist introduces a small fat man.

"Oh no, you're that black-haired sage, Chiyuki. I'll see you at first. It's more beautiful than rumors."

A fat man puts his hand on his chest and lowers his head. From that attitude, it seems to be someone who knows some of the tricks.

"It's Chiyuki. May I help you, Vice Chairman Talaboss?

I bow my head and say hello the same way. I would like to return as soon as possible to continue the investigation. I want you to tell me if you need anything.

"I'm sorry to interrogate you, Mr. Chiyuki, but I really need to ask you something."

Talaboss says sorry.

"A favor?

I don't know what you want, but the vice president of the sorcerers' association said so I decided to listen.

◆ Black-haired Sage Chiyuki

Well then, I'll report on what I've done.

After the investigation, I returned to the Republic of St. Lenaria. It was easy to go back using the magic of metastasis.

I came back and gathered all of them.

"There are three ways to manipulate people, the magic of domination, the magic of memory manipulation, and the magic of charm. First of all, it's the magic of domination, but as the name suggests, it's the magic of domination. It's just a place where the subject's intellect is lowered."

The magic of domination makes the object look like a robot. Knowledge and computing skills remain unchanged, but they cannot act on an ad hoc basis. In some cases, they won't move unless they give one order.

I once manipulated the goblin before, but I couldn't use it at all because it didn't work as expected without giving detailed instructions.

What about him?

"That magic certainly makes you an idiot, right? I'm sure it'll be a hassle to manipulate.

I nod at Leno's words.

"I don't think so either."

That's another way to do it.

I nod to Nao's words and keep on saying them.

"The next magic of memory manipulation is the magic of rewriting the other person's memory for their convenience. You can play with your memory as if you were listening to your own orders. It's just hard to manipulate with this magic. It's almost impossible to rewrite memories that are inconsistent with previous memories, and if you try to plant them by force, they can cause mental failure."

According to Shirone, he has lived a normal life as a Japanese. It must be difficult to plant memories without applause, such as listening to the Demon King's orders.

If you try to reconcile the Tsuji with the Tsuji by force, it is faster to erase all memories and raise them from the state of their newborn children. It is quite a hassle.

"This magic explains more than the magic of domination. However, it's quite difficult to manipulate the human memory of this world, but it's incredibly difficult to do that to people from other worlds."

Everyone has a delicate face, I say.

And there's nothing you can do if you use this magic. The memory lost due to rewriting will not be restored. It will not be possible to live your original life even if you return to the original world. Because it's the same as getting rid of everything you've ever had in your life.

Shirone has a crying face, but there's nothing I can do about it. I have no choice but to pray that I am not using this magic. I'll go ahead.

"And finally, the enchanting magician. I wonder if this magic is more familiar to Mr. Reno?

I look at Lino.

Lino can use spiritual magic such as sleep, confusion, and charm. I must have used this magic on monsters before.

"Yes, this magic would be the best if it were to be manipulated. Mr. Goblin and Mr. Oak will listen to everything Lino has to say."

Lino says pleasantly.

The magic of charm is the magic by which the subject who casts the magic loves himself.

Like the magic of domination, they act spontaneously on behalf of their loved ones, even if they don't give orders either way. However, there are places where it is difficult to use the product because it acts spontaneously and takes unexpected actions.

"But surely this magic didn't work with monsters?

"Hmm, I'm sure Sahoko-san is right. It works well for Mr. Centaurs, but for Mr. Harpy.

It doesn't really work, does it? "

"Probably the difference between men and women. The magical weaknesses of charm must be there."

The magic of charm is so effective that the person who casts the magic is attractive to the subject.

It doesn't work for people who hate me, and even if it works, it just becomes friendly.

That's why it's an uncertain magic.

"But what happens if the Demon King is actually manipulating it?

Think of Nao's words. If only he were manipulated by enchanting magic...

"Are you saying that Shirone's childhood acquaintance is fascinated by the Demon King..."

"If the Demon King is manipulating it with enchanting magic..."

Nod at Reiji's words.

"But... if so, now he's in love with the Demon King..."

Suddenly Kaya starts talking. I feel my voice is higher than usual.

"Wow... you know... a demon king..."

Nao says everyone has a delicate face. Everyone here has seen the Magic King in magical footage. The figure was ugly and vicious.

I suppose everyone imagines that the Devil and he are in love.

I also imagine the demon king and him hugging each other naked. I felt a little sick.

"Something creepy...."

"It's not very beautiful....."

Lino and Kyoka look soft.

"Wahahahahahaha. Is he in love with the Devil King?! Wahahaha, this is so funny!!

Reggie laughs so much. You might laugh a little too much.

"Hey, Ray-kun...."

Sahoko embarrasses Raige. Certainly before Shirone sees it, he should hold it a little.

"But it's strange. Isn't enchanting magic hard for same-sex people?

Kyoka wonders.

Surely charming magic doesn't have much effect on same-sex people.

"Um... maybe he's gay?

"Hey, hey!! Kaya, what are you talking about?!

"No, ma'am. There are people like that in the world. He must have been fascinated by the Demon King's tight body."

Kyoka panicked a little at Kaya's words.

But Kaya is right. If he is gay and likes to be like the Demon King Modes, the magic of charm will also work.

That makes Reiji laugh even more.

"All right, let me help you. May I familiarize myself with Shirone's childhood. Kuhaha....."

Reiji laughs.

I thought it was unusual for Reiji to say that he would help a man.

Perhaps because homosexuals will never be enemies of Reggie, Reggie agrees to help men.

"Dear Reiji!!

Kaya suddenly makes a loud voice.

"Well... what's wrong, Kaya?

Kaya's voice and Reggie are also attractive.

"Because you're gay, does helping mean that Reggie has a hobby like that?

"Yes!?

Rage makes an idiotic voice.

No matter what, Raige doesn't look gay.

"You liked him better. He certainly looked quite straightforward."

Kaya's expression hasn't changed, but she seems a little excited.

It was a surprise that Kaya was always calm.

But maybe that's good ~

Lino says pleasantly.

Sure you can do that.

Nao raised his thumb and agreed.

"Until Nao-san....."

I hold my head.

But I do think it would be more picturesque if Rage and the Demon King hugged each other naked.

Reggie looks good, as does Shirone's childhood acquaintance. If you're going to be a couple, it's more fun to watch.

"Hey!! Wait a minute! I don't have that taste!

Reggie hastily denied it.

I'm sorry about Reggie, but it's funny to see the rush.

But it's unlikely that Reggie is gay.

"Eh, boring."

Reno sounded sad at Reggie's words. Kaya seems to be somewhat disappointed.

"Here, in front of Shirone."

Reggie embarrasses everyone. Don't tell me.

"Hmm. I'm sorry to everyone, but I think Croki likes girls better. You're just looking at my chest in the summer...."

Shirone, who has been silent until now, says.

In addition to Lino and Kaya, he looked disappointed up to Reggie.

You guys...

"The person pretends not to have seen it, but she's spotted. I hid a bunch of naughty books under my bed. Yeah, I definitely like girls!!

Shirone persuades me. Maybe they are defending childhood familiarity, but they are not. And he doesn't seem to have any privacy.

"I don't know about that...."

Sahoko says. I certainly don't like that.

"By the way, Mr. Chiyuki. Wasn't all magic supposed to be ineffective for people who were resistant? Was it Kuroki? His magic resistance felt strong."

"Nao-san is right. Both the magic of domination and the magic of charm are ineffective for people with high resistance. And from where I live, his magical resistance will be very high."

That's why it shouldn't be that easy.

"Then how do you manipulate it?

I think of Leno's words.

"Probably not the usual way. Like the magic potion of love."

"The magic potion of love? What is that?"

Reggie asks.

"It's called love medicine. I happened to find the description in a library book, but even God can't resist the magic potion."

"So maybe Croki is being manipulated by the magic potion?

I shake my head at Shirone's words.

"I don't know. It's not unlikely that I'm manipulating it in any other way than what I said before. No matter how much we talk here, it's not a conclusion."

I don't know anything after all.

There are other ways to manipulate without magic.

"It seems that the method of solving magic differs subtly depending on how it is manipulated. We need to find out."

I conclude. After all, we must find out what kind of situation he is in. I can't deal with it without knowing it.

"I'm going to ask Lena to look into it as well. I don't think it's going to be too much of a deal...."

Lena knew that Dihart, which meant that Shirone's childhood acquaintance, would come to get the horn of the Dragon King. Probably has some kind of network against Nargor. Are you sending a spy to Nargor?

But Lena hasn't shown up lately, as if something happened in the Kingdom of Rocks. I couldn't get too close to it.

"Lena... Looks like something happened in Rox kingdom, but are you okay?

Rage worries about Lena. The words make some faces steep.

I don't know what happened, but I left the front on my own and then there was no explanation. Everyone but Reggie was angry with Lena.

"Well, there's so much I need to tell Lena..."

I have a lot to ask if I can get in touch with you. What happened in the Kingdom of Rocks? Don't you know the man in the mask? And the number of people summoned by the Demon King. Have you learned anything since about anyone other than Lena and the Demon King who summoned him?

Especially since Lena knew that the Demon King could use summoning magic.

If the Demon King summons you indefinitely, you'll be in trouble.

That's why we decided to report to Lena that the Demon King had summoned her. But I couldn't see Lena, and Nia responded instead. And Nia knew that the Devil had summoned her.

He also told me that the power of the god king Audis had prevented the demon king from summoning any more.

I asked Nia why she didn't tell me such an important thing, but she didn't seem to know the details either.

That's why I want you to meet Lena in person and give her a convincing explanation.

"But now it looks like Lena can't talk. I think we should wait here."

Raige covers Lena.

Some people look even more dissatisfied with the words.

Rage is sweet to Lena. I don't know much about that.

"Hey, if Lena can't move, let's go find Nargor!!

Shirone proposes.

But that's even more impossible.

"Mr. Shirone... that's impossible. We need to get into Nargor to find out. And it will definitely be a battle. You want to fight him?

Nao is likely to be able to infiltrate without being noticed, but I can't let her be such a danger alone.

"That's a bit troublesome... But just go near Nargor....."

"Well, if you don't get into Nargol... But then, we may not have any valid information."

"It's okay, if you know anything about Croki."

Looks like Shirone can't stand doing nothing. You want to go as close as you can.

"The kingdom of Veros is near Nargor. Should we go there?

"Well, that's the biggest country in the region."

"But surely there was no country nearer?

"There is certainly a country called Algoa. But it's a country that's been bored with us before. After everything, there seems to have been a coup d 'état, but I don't know what's going on."

I answer Lino's question. The Kingdom of Argoa had a fight with us before. The king's soldiers were beaten by Reiji. After that, we quickly entered Nargor, so we don't know in detail what happened to the Kingdom. I've heard rumors of a coup d 'état.

Well, I'm a little worried about that, so why don't we go?

Reggie's pretty good, too. Perhaps only the parties are concerned about the Kingdom of Argoa afterwards.

Speaking of which, the princess over there was so cute.

Nao said with a slight smell.

"Wait, Nao!

Raige shouted in a hurry.

"Ray-kun...."

"Mr. Reggie...."

When I heard that, Reno and Sahoko's face swelled up.

"Hey, Reggie... hey..."

I have a rash. I'm sure it was Princess Regina. I remember it was pretty cute. I was in Argoa for a short time, so I don't think Reggie could have done it.

If Nao hadn't told me, I'd have forgotten.

I don't want Raj to go to Argoa now that I've heard about Rijena.

"Speaking of which, Chiyuki. I wonder if something happened in Salia.

Remember in Kaya's words. I told everyone about it a little before we had this meeting.

"Yes, I met the vice president of the sorcerers' association at Salia College."

The sorcerers' association has three vice-presidents per president. Talaboss is one of its vice presidents, and the Magicians' Association, which has branches throughout the continent, has more power than the kings around it when it comes to the vice president class. He wants to see Raige in person.

Vice President Talaboss has been acting as a consultant for many countries, and it seems that there was a difficult consultation that required the help of a brave man, and he would like to use the help of a brave man if possible.

I'll tell him about it.

"I'd love to see you soon, if possible. As for me, I think we should go.

To be honest, the matter of childhood familiarity with Shirone is an important one, but I don't know what to do. I want information. So now we have to wait for Lena to recover, so we can gather information on Nargor.

So I think we should finish the sorcerers' association first.

Talaboss' request was not specifically scheduled, but it would be bad if he didn't respond very late. It would be better if we met soon, and the impression over there would be better.

And if we get along with the sorcerers' association, we'll have a wider reach.

If we are summoned to the eastern part of the continent, where the influence of the Temple of Lena is strong, we can enter any country and treat any country well.

However, the western part of the continent does not seem to have such an impact, and if it succeeds, it may not allow entry.

The sorcerers' association is influential across the continent, so it's never been easier to get along. You don't have to go to the west of the continent for now, just in case.

"No, but to Argoa...."

"Algoa, I'll be fine by myself. Originally it was selfish. That's why we're all going to Salia."

Shirone blocks Reggie from going to Argoa.

The sorcerers' association is basically a men's society. This is because magicians often become men with elves on their mothers. That's why I don't want to go much. And Argoa has Princess Regina. Compared to the middle-aged man, Talaboss, and the young princess, Rijena, it's clear which way Reiji wants to go.

I don't suppose it was because of Shirone that you wouldn't let Raj go to Argoa. But it's too good a job.

"Well then, Reggie, let's go with us to Salia. I'm sorry, Shirone."

"Yeah. Never mind."

Shirone replies brightly. But the expression is a little dark. I wonder if you are familiar with childhood.

It would be terrible if the Demon King were manipulating him with the magic potion of love.

However, I think that the Demon King is likely to use such medicine to manipulate people who do not know the right or left after summoning.

What would have happened if we had been summoned by such an ugly demon king? We were lucky because Lena summoned us.

If she were a goddess, Lena wouldn't be despicable to use drugs to manipulate people as she likes.

I burned the wrath of a vile demon king.

◆ Raina the Goddess of Wisdom and Victory

I look back at Ellios' room.

Looking back, there is a country of men named Lenalia.

I felt like someone was talking about me.

Probably Raige and the others. I'm sure he's talking about the beauty of my heart.

It seems that Chiyuki wanted to see me while I was sleeping a little, but Nia took care of me. At that time, I was not in a proper state of mind, so I was not able to talk.

It has settled down a lot now. But I didn't want to see Chiyuki. But one day I'll have to see Chiyuki.

What should I say?

I used to expect Raige and the others to attack Nargor, but now it's different. If Reggie and the others attack Nargor, he will be hurt.

I see a small portrait in my hand.

It depicts a young man.

"Kuroki...."

I sighed at the portrait of the young man.

I've been dreaming about him lately. This is Kuna's dream.

With the birth of Kuna, a new goddess created by Kuroki, Morna's dream disappeared.

I don't know why, but perhaps the recipient, that is, I, has the cause.

But I'm glad this is a miscalculation. I stopped dreaming about that ugly model.

Instead, I dream about Kuroki. Croki wants to dream again and again. That's why I've been looking forward to sleeping lately.

I don't care about Modes anymore. That's why I didn't need Reggie and the others anymore.

Ufufufufu

I laugh unexpectedly.

"Um... Lady Lana"

I can hear voices from behind. Hide the portrait in haste.

"Nh! Nia! When?

Behind me is my angel, Nia.

"Um... I've called many times, but I haven't heard back... so..."

Nia doesn't feel comfortable saying so.

"Oh, yeah! I'm sorry, Nia! So what is it?

I'm in a hurry. Have you seen the portrait?

"Yes, it's time to meet Mr Audis, so I came to let you know...."

"Oh, that's right... I'll be right there."

Can I help you? Well, that's what you'll find out when you go.

"Well, here I am."

Nia leaves the room when she says so.

I'll have to go out, too.

I wore my underwear and was ready to go out.