I Was Reincarnated as a Commoner. I Can’t Stand Living Like This, so I’ll Become an Aristocrat! C197

197, shocking fact

After resting for a while, Richard-sama seemed to be ready, so I headed to Richard-sama's room. 

When I entered the room, people had already been cleared and there were snacks on the table. Dinner will be a little late so I'll probably have something light to eat. 

It seems that Lucien has already arrived. 

I greeted Roger upon entering the room, asked him to wait in the hallway, and sat down on the sofa. 

"Well, I heard that Leon-kun has something to say. What is it about?"

"Yes. Thank you for your time. First of all, does Richard-sama know about Arthur-sama?"

"Oh, I heard from Lucien. Also, I've been gathering as much information as possible about the Duke of Pleaubert family. They're the leader of the hostile forces."

“In that case, I will omit that topic. I believe that part of the reason why Arthur-sama is in the state he is in now is due to me. Therefore, I would like to help Arthur-sama somehow. I would like to send a certain magic tool to Arthur-sama.''

When I said that, Richard-sama's face became slightly kinder and he said. 

"First of all, it's not Leon-kun's fault. Recently, the Preaubert Duke family has been extremely aggressive towards commoners. However, the fact that they haven't been cracked down on is entirely my fault, as I am in a position to run the country. I feel sorry for that. However, the aristocrats have a strong influence and are not easily controlled. Even though the aristocrats and commoners help each other, there seems to be no agreement in recent years... It's really sad. From what I've heard, the boy named Arthur seems to be fine. It's no good if such a person can't wield his power, but this is the responsibility of the country. I feel sorry for him as well."

Mr. Richard said that and bowed his head. I panic and ask him to raise his head. 

“Richard-sama, please raise your head! I’m certainly not saying that the country is not responsible, but I think it can’t be helped because the system is based on the status of aristocrats. I don't know, but what basically happens when a noble commits violence against a commoner? I haven't learned it in class yet..."

"Well, basically you'll only get a warning. That's only if there's solid evidence and there are witnesses. Basically, if a commoner and a nobleman disagree, the nobleman's version takes precedence. But it depends on each individual case."

"I see..."

It's a world where there are statuses after all... In short, no matter what a noble does to a commoner, it will not be a major crime. In this world, you can't even take videos, and commoners have no choice but to cry themselves to sleep... 

It may have been more strict in the past, but with the current trends, it can't be helped that it becomes like this. 

From what I learned at the Royal School, the laws in this country are quite different from those in Japan. There is no absolute law like the constitution, and it is the responsibility of the royal family. However, since the power of the aristocrats cannot be ignored, the policy seems to change little by little at meetings of the country's important figures. 

It seems that the basic rules such as murder, human trafficking, and theft are not changed, but if a person of noble status commits a crime, the crime is less severe than that of a commoner. . 

Although there are some detailed laws, it seems that the laws are not enforced as strictly as the policies of the top are in flux. To me, is something so ambiguous the law? That's what it feels like, but it seems like that's how the country is going. 

However, I think that the reason why this country was able to run so well despite its ambiguity was because the apostle's teachings were absolute. Now that this is being shaken, isn't this country going to perish someday? I also think... 

Well, given the current state of the country, it is quite difficult to help Master Arthur from the ground up. Or rather, there's probably no other way. 

It might be possible if we could make major changes to the country's structure, but that's simply impossible... Even if it were to be done, it would take many years. 

In that case, we have no choice but to take strong measures such as secretly helping her or forcibly abducting her from the Preaubert Duke family and hiding her. However, if we were to forcefully kidnap her, if we were found out, we would become criminals, and Arthur-sama would no longer be able to go outside, so the situation remains the same in the end. Besides, it's generally considered taboo for nobles to speak about other families... 

...As expected, handing over the barrier magic tool is probably the limit of what we can do now. 

“…I believe that Arthur-sama’s current situation is unavoidable at this point.I know that it is difficult to interfere in the circumstances of other families.However, I am also aware that I am the cause of the current situation. I want to be of some help, so I would like to give the barrier magic tool to Arthur.''

When I said that, Richard-sama looked strange. 

“What is a barrier?”

"Yes.Actually, I...I have magic that can be used in addition to the commonly known attributes.I can use magic called spatial attribute magic. Barrier is one of the spatial attribute magics, and it can be used for various attacks. It's like a transparent shield that protects you from

When I said that, Lucien next to me looked quite surprised and froze, but Richard-sama remained calm. 

"I see, that magic is called Barrier."

"...Aren't you surprised? And what about that magic?"

I couldn't help but ask that. Then, a shocking fact came out of Richard-sama's mouth. 

“Ah, actually, I knew that Leon-kun could use other magic as well.”

 …………picture! ? What do you mean! ? 

I didn't say that, right? Did you just say that you don't remember? No, I'm sure I won't forget that we talked about this. So why? 

"May I ask how you know?"

"Ah, of course. I was thinking of telling Leon-kun, but it's basically etiquette not to reveal information obtained from the shadows. I was at a loss."

　……Shadow. 

That's right. I completely forgot it existed. I think he told me he was following me too. I had never felt its existence, and I had never been introduced to it, so I had forgotten about it... 

As an escort, my family and acquaintances, and even myself, had a shadow over me. 

...I wonder why I forgot. So, my actions up until now have all been out of the question! ? 

I was seriously surprised by that shocking fact and stopped thinking. As I was dazed, Richard-sama opened his mouth a little apologetically. 

“I thought you knew because I told Leon-kun that I would be shadowing you, but from the looks of it, did you forget? It’s true that you didn’t even bring it up after getting permission first. Maybe it would have been better to tell them more regularly that they were shadowed.We will try to improve from now on.”

"N-no, it's my fault for forgetting, so please don't worry about it..."

I managed to answer that to Richard-sama and started thinking about everything that had happened up until now again in my head. 

Have you seen anything dangerous? But there are very few things we keep secret. The only things I keep secret are my spatial attributes and my reincarnation. It doesn't matter if they are seen because they will tell you about the spatial attributes. 

So, as long as the fact that he was reincarnated is not found out, it will be fine. The only person I told about my reincarnation was Martine. 

The only time I talked about Japan with Martine was during the tea party at the royal palace and in the carriage. Both of them kept their voices low, and unless there was someone nearby, there was no way they could have been heard. 

...It should probably be okay. 

"...Richard-sama, how far are the shadow people inside? What about inside the building?"

"Ah, basically we don't escort them inside the building. Once we see that they're inside, we just monitor the area around the building from outside."

I see. In that case, the reincarnation thing wouldn't have been found out. For now, it was good.... 

It's quite scary to tell people about reincarnation, so I want to keep it a secret as much as possible. I especially don't want my family to know. 

I might tell Richard and Lucien someday, but I've decided to keep it a secret from my family. I think sometimes we're both happier if we don't know each other... 

So, I'm really glad that I didn't get caught this time. 

“I see.”

“Leon-kun, you may not like being watched all the time, but since it also has the meaning of being your bodyguard, will you let me wear it from now on?”

"Of course. Rather than that, I would like to ask you again. It is reassuring to know that you are protecting me."

I said that and bowed my head firmly. It's really reassuring to know that not only my family but also me is protected. 

"I'm glad you said that. I'll keep shadowing you from now on."

"thank you"

"Then, getting back to the topic, I already know about Leon-kun's magic from the report from the shadows. However, I don't know the details. If possible, could you tell me the details?"

Yes, that's what I was talking about. The existence of the shadow was so shocking that I forgot about the original story. I wonder how much Richard-sama, or rather the person in the shadows, understood by watching? 

“Richard-sama, how much do you know from the report from the shadows?”

When I asked that, Richard-sama nodded as if he understood. 

"That's true. Let's talk about the report I heard first."