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18"Taurus Silver is a grader from the first school at the National University of Magic, Mr. Shiba Tatsuya. People of Japan. I want you to convince Mr. Shibu Tacuju. 
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22The video appeal of the mysterious personality, calling himself as one of the "Seven sages ", caused a wide public outcry not only in Japan, but also in America. 
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24In the field of magic Science named Taurus Silver is given as much attention as the pioneer "Cardinal code ", Kichijoji Shinkuro. But unlike Kichijoji, who had no new achievements since the discovery of the cardinal Code of the system of weight, Taurus silver, Realizovavshego in practice the magic of flight, valued above. 
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26 "Cardinal George " in the theoretical field and "Taurus silver " In the technical area were the common image of Japan in the American Society of Magic Science. 
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28And now, hidden all this time, the identity of silver Taurus was revealed. Moreover, it turned out that he was as school as Kichijoji Shinkuro. This news, becoming a sensation, attracted attention even usually not interested in the magic of people. 
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30Raymond tomorrow laughed when he saw the reaction of ordinary people on the Internet, which he expected was quite turbulent. He realized that he was doing dark things and therefore could not enjoy it together with friends from school. His work in the role of "Seven sages " was a secret that only he knew himself and his father, Edward Clark. He couldn't boast of this in front of simple friends.
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32The moment Raymond got up from the table and thought it was time for dinner, the home security system alerted the father's return home. At the same time, Raymond came to mind the idea that it is unusual for a father to appear in the daytime. 
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34His father Edward appears at home 1-2 Times a week. When he needs his father, he usually goes to his office. ... And his mother divorced her father and left when Raymond was 10 years old. 
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36The day of the week in which he was to return home has not yet arrived. It is natural that Raymond realized that it was his "prank" that caused Edward's unusual actions. 
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38Dad, welcome back. 
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40Of course he'll be angry. In anticipation of this, Raymond came out of his room and greeted his father with a smile. 
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42Raymond, it was a stupid act! 
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44Sorry. 
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46Edward's voice was more rigorous than Raymond expected. However, Raymond's apology was only in words. Neither in thoughts nor in the expression of his face was nor hinted by fright.
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48He understood that his father must be seriously angry. 
49... But the result was convenient. If the privacy of the minor violated the public servant, the media and human rights organizations would raise unnecessary fuss. I would have suffered greatly if I had taken this next step in the pursuit of Shiboj Tacuej. 
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51I'm glad I helped my dad. 
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53Raymond only made a submissive face for a few seconds. Edward's reprimand and the ensuing his true intentions were within Raymond's expectation. 
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55The USNA government, a democratic state, cannot openly violate the rights of magicians. Especially the rights of a minor. That is why Edward could not use the real name of Taurus Silver to control the public opinion of the Japanese. Despite this, he expected that for USNA the most advantageous will be the issuance of the name "Shiba Tatsuya " Under pressure of public opinion. 
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57But if this information is leaked from sources other than government officials, the USNA government will not be attacked by the media and human rights organizations. The disclosure of the identity of silver Taurus Raymond, who plays the role of one of the "Seven Sages ", meets these requirements. 
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59Raymond guessed it. 
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61"Can I do anything else for dad?" 
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63Raymond's question was not the desire to fulfill the sons of duty, but the desire to play further.
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65Edward is a little squinted. Of course, he also realized what his son expected from his actions. He did not scold him because he came to the conclusion that "The Seven Sages " are quite useful. 
66I plan to visit Japan in the near future. 
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68You, personally? 
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70Edward nodded to Raymond's question. 
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72You want to go too? 
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74Can I? I'll go! 
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76Raymond immediately accepted his father's proposal.
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78When Tatsuya watched the video address of the Seven Sages, it was 7 o'clock in the morning. It took three hours before he came out of deep reflection and started acting. 
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8010 o'clock in the morning. Tatsuya called the main house of Jocuby. 
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82Sorry about the wait. Terrible things have happened, haven't they? 
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84Unlike the previous times, when he asked Maya to talk, this time she didn't pretend she wasn't there. However, on the face of ape, instead of Maya's greeting, which appeared on the screen of the background, there was not a drop of concern. 
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86Yes. I believe that we will no longer be able to confront this passive action. "Tatsuya answered directly to the tantalizing of his word Maya. 
87... I wonder if we can respond well? 
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89Maya slightly nahmurila eyebrows, showing that it would be unpleasant if the expectations were not met. 
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91I called to talk about it. 
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93Even when Maya showed that in a bad mood, the expression of Tatsuya face has not changed. Not showing even a polite smile, he finished the entry and moved to the main issue. 
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95Do you have any idea? 
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97Yes ...... 
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99A light smile vanished from Maya's face, and she pondered. Tatsuya silently waiting for the answer, watching her image on the screen. 
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101I'll send a man to pick you up. It's a little early, but let's talk at lunch. 
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103The second hand of the clock managed to make half the turn before Maya gave this order. 
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105Realized. 
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107Tatsuya thought it would not be a problem if we discussed it on the phone. But he didn't mind a personal meeting to talk about it. Tatsuya respectfully bowed the image of Maya on the screen.
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109Tatsuya arrived at the main house of Jocuby in 11:30. 
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111Hanabisi Hyogo, who was sent to take Tacuju, immediately led him inside the main building. 
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113In the canteen, in which the name of the successor was announced on New Year's Eve, everything was prepared for a joint dinner, but Maya was not yet. Now Tatsuya no longer feared the authority of Maya. But he was pleased with the fact that he did not make him wait for the man at the highest level of power in this family. 
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115Maya appeared five minutes after Tatsuya took his place. 
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117I'm sorry I made you wait. 
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119No, nothing like that. 
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121Tatsuya got up from the chair, meeting Wepuko in the dining room Maya. 
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123Clear. 
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125Having received permission from the nod of displeasure Maya, Tatsuya sat back on his chair. 
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127Their places were opposite each other. To make it easier to speak, the table was replaced by a smaller one compared to the New Year's Eve. 
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129Behind Maya stood Hayama, and behind Tatsuya-Hyogo.
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132On the signal hajamy the female maids entered the dining room and put the food. 
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134It was not a full dinner, but only a soup and a little garnish, apparently, not to disturb the conversation. 
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136Eat, don't be shy. 
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138"With your permission." 
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140As directed by Maya, Tatsuya took chopsticks. Of course, all his attention was still directed to Maya. 
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142"This time it was unexpected even for me. 
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144For me, too. 
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146So he wasn't embarrassed when she suddenly spoke to him. 
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148Tatsuya-San knew about him, didn't he? 
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150Raymond Clark? Yes, but as I previously reported, we never communicated directly. 
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152After the parasite incident was resolved, Tatsuya gave Maya the details of the case in a written report. The report also contained a complete rehash of the case where Raymond Clark offered his assistance in supplying information. 
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154I wonder if you could find out if there was a connection between Raymond Clark and Edward Clark. 
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156"You can't say exactly. Although he offered to help with information on a permanent basis, but since then I have not had a connection with him. 
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158In that video message, Raymond said to Tatsuo, "I'll try and continue to give you information that you can count as important." But he never fulfilled that promise.
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160I mean, did you forget about him? 
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162"In the sense that I didn't remember it, that's true. I only left the existence of the Hlidskjalva in the depths of memory, but I had to study the matter more seriously. I think Taurus Silver's identity was already known to Raymond Clark at the time of the contact, but I'm sorry I couldn't catch him by surprise to reveal details about the tool he was using. 
163 ... Well, this is the last thing, there's nothing to be done. 
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165Maya's response sounded after some obscure hitch. Tatsuya thought, "Come on." 
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167As you say. 
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169As a result, he just bowed, pretending to agree. 
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171There's one more question, Tatsuya-san. 
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173But Maya, during this momentary confusion, seems to have realized something important. She suddenly decided to change the subject. 
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175What did you do with your seal? I see she's released. 
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177-it was destroyed to increase the chances of confrontation with reveals-donors. 
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179Tatsuya did not panicked and was not afraid, and immediately gave a direct answer to the question of Maya. Besides, her question didn't sound like a charge.
180Destroyed? Not released? 
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182Maya with doubt inquiringly bowed head. Her face showed that she doubted whether she had correctly heard. 
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184Yes. The vow itself was annulled. "Tatsuya again answered Maya's question without fear and hesitation. 
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186"It was very reckless..." said Maya. 
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188-it was not the opponent, which can be defeated without recklessness. 
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190"Couldn't you win even in a sealed state? 
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192There were signs of accusations in Maya's voice. But it was a concern about the recklessness of Tatsuya. For some reason, it was not a charge of unwittingly withdrawing a vow. 
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194"But since you really won, it wasn't a mistake. 
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196I'm sorry to bother you. 
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198Tatsuya could not understand the real intentions of Maya, so just briefly answered and bowed. 
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200-So... It's time to move on to the main issue. 
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202Was she satisfied with the answers, or was it just time? Maya urged Tacuju to explain the plan "retaliation".
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204Tatsuya has not yet finished eating, but has temporarily put chopsticks. 
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206-I would like to get permission to hold a press conference in the main office of FLT. 
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208Are you saying you're going to take it personally? 
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210Maya slightly rounded eyes. 
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212Yes. 
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214"And what, I wonder, are you going to talk to the journalists?" "Asked Maya, devouring Tacuju a curious look. 
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216— I am going to announce the project of the plant for the processing of oceanic water using the "star reactor ". 
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218"Star reactor " You mean the thermonuclear reactor you developed a sequence of magic of constant gravitational control? What is this project? 
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220-extraction of both useful and harmful substances from the coastal zone of the Pacific Ocean using the energy produced by the Star Reactor (extract both useful and harmful Substances from the Coastal area of the Pacific using Electricity generated by Stellar-Generator). The first letters of the basic words were taken from this phrase, and the abbreviation "project Escapes" is made. 
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222Now Tatsuya first revealed to Maya his true goal. 
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224— ... It's quite interesting. Tatsuya-San plans to achieve the creation of an independent State for magicians based on this "project Escapes "? 
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226-I did not plan to separate from the country. To cover all necessary necessities of life will be unrealistic forces of the magicians alone.
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228You won't even require autonomy status? 
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230"I think that this will be of little use, even if the government is too stimulating. 
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232You don't have a childish way of thinking. 
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234Maya hid her mouth by the hand and narrowed eyes. Although the expression of the face was clear that she was silently laughing, but Tatsuo was clear that it is not from a bad impression. 
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236"It will suffice for me that the rights of magicians, guaranteed by public foundations, will indeed be protected. 
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238-To get the government to implement this. That's the purpose of Tatsuya-Sana, isn't it? 
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240Yes. Although I do not deny the possibility of obtaining real autonomy as a means to implement this. 
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242Unable to tolerate any more, Maya laughed out loud. 
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244— ... Right. But I am sure that the general public will be against such a regime of governance as autonomy. 
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246Maya laughed enough, and then looked Tatsuo straight in the eye. 
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248I understand the Tatsuya-Sana plan. I see that you have enough calculations to claim success. 
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250Tatsuya understood the meaning of Maya's words when she only marked herself by saying, "I see." 
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252Does that mean that the opinions of one both-UE not enough to allow? 
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254Yes, I am. But not in the sense that we need approval from all the side branches. 
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256Tatsuya silently staring at Maya's eyes, waiting for her to continue.
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258-it concerns sponsors, especially close to our family Jocuba. 
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260-Is it about His Excellency Todo? Although I only know his name...-Ara, you're right. 
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262Maya was a little surprised, but immediately nodded with a emotionally smile on her face. 
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264"Then the conversation will be short. 
265Maya wet her throat with green tea. When she returned the cup to the table, Hayama immediately replaced her new. 
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267"The condition is that Tatsuya-San explain to His Excellency Todo what we have now said, and persuaded him to give permission to do so. I'll arrange a meeting with His Excellency. 
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269Realized. I'm sorry to bother you. 
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271Without showing any apprehension, Tatsuya bowed in a sign of consent. 
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273"But since we need to make some preparations in FLT, let's define an action plan. How about Friday, in four days, at 10 o'clock in the morning? 
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275I don't have any plans, so I don't mind. 
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277After all these events, the schedule Tatsuya both as a schoolboy, and as a developer, and as a special officer, was empty. He therefore responded in an instant to his acceptance of the Maya proposal. 
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279-the press conference will be postponed if His Excellency will not be able to meet in the near future. And if you can't get His Excellency's consent, it will be canceled. 
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281"It's inevitable, I understand. 
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285Maya nodded with a smile, looking at the demonstrating submission of Tacuju.
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287As soon as the meeting with Maya was over, Tatsuya went back to the villa in Izu. He was originally not planning to stay here, and no one was going to hold him. 
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289Since the new year the attitude of the servants to the Tatsuo has changed a lot. However, due to the fact that he was very seldom in the main house, respect was extremely scant. 
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291— ... Most Tacuju-Sana does not seem to care at all. 
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293Sitting in his office, which was her "personal space ", Maya unwittingly said part of his thoughts aloud. 
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295A nearby Hayama had to hear her words. 
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297But he didn't commenting muttering Maya, just put a cup of tea in front of her.
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299"Hayama-san..." Yes, Madam? 
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301Although by Maya's voice it was possible to think that she was talking to herself, but Hayama answered calling his voice without panic and confusion. 
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303-What do you think about... What did Tatsuya-san tell you? 
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305— Speaking of the story of Tatsuya, do you mean the question of the vow? Or is it a press conference? 
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307-I speak about both questions... Right, first I'd like to hear Hajamy-Sana's opinion about the svoevolnom of the Vow. 
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309"Yes, indeed... In my humble opinion, this will not cause any particular problems. 
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311-the printing itself was removed, but there will be no problems? 
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313Maya asked Hajamu with unconcealed surprise in his voice. 
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315-With all due respect, but was not the role of the press was completed when Tatsuya-herself became the groom of the next chapter-sama? 
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317— but his seal is not intended to provide obedience to the family Jocuba?
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319I know. But madam. I dare say rudeness, but you seriously think that it is necessary to fear the release of the magic of the current Tatsuya-itself out of control? 
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321A complete vow withdrawal. This means that Tatsuya can now at any given time 24 hours a day show all 100% of their magical abilities. This means that it can freely use the explosion of matter. 
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323Initially Tacuju sealed because of fears of uncontrollable activation of the explosion of matter. 
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325Anger, sadness, hatred of only one boy could instantly turn into an attack of any point of the world by magic, the destructive power of which surpasses any strategic nuclear missiles. Even if the Earth itself is not destroyed, but all sentient beings on it will be easily destroyed. And people are no exception. 
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327To prevent such a situation, the Jocuba family sealed the force of Tatsuya. 
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329But the seal was not complete. The Jocuba family has not renounced the power with which only one person can confront the whole world. They valued this power. 
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331By conducting a pre-determined procedure, Tatsuya could temporarily gain the ability to use the explosion of matter at its own discretion. 
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333The seal of the vow was needed to prevent the impulsive use of Tacuej destructive magic, regardless of its intentions. It was installed in case he could not control his magic. 
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335But the vow connected magic abilities not only one Tatsuya. The Tatsuya binding spell was designed to use the magic power of the Miyuki. To keep the power of Tatsuya sealed, the vow consumed a large amount of force Miyuki. 
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337The vow is not needed until Tatsuya holds his magic under the control of his will.
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339We can say that the vow was not "not necessary ", but simply a harmful thing, reduces the fighting power of the Jocuba family, suppressing the forces of two powerful magicians, Tatsuya and Miyuki. 
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341Maya received from Hajamy a rather unexpected question, and could not immediately answer it. 
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343-The ability of Tatsuya-itself in the management of magic is such that it competes for 1-2 place in the entire jocube. We can say that it is the highest level in the whole world. 
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345— ... Right. At least he's taller than me. 
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347Hayama has neither confirmed nor refuted the Maya self-assessment. 
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349-While with Miyuki-itself will not happen any misfortune, the magic of Tatsuya-itself will not get out of control. 
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351"And if something happens to Miyuki-san, the vow will not stop the riot of magic... Is Hayama-san trying to say? 
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353You're right. Therefore, I believe that the Jocuba family should protect Miyuki-by any means. I apologize for your cheeky words. 
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355I understand. It's a fact. 
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357Maya reached for a cup of tea, but halfway removed her hand and sighed deeply. 
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359-To have too much force, indeed, troublesome. If we want to use it, after all, it will be an abuse for us. And if we want to isolate it, we won't be able to ignore it anyway.
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361-we cannot say that there is no real threat. To compromise, to betray oblivion or surrender? If we do not select the force that is the source of the threat, then surrender to the enemy is only a temporary solution. 
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363You're right, Hayama-san. As long as the enemy is not devoid of strength, surrender is not a solution. But if this force is inseparable from the enemy's essence, there is no other choice but to destroy it. 
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365"But it's only in case you can't compromise, right?" 
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367-It is quite common opinion that the search for compromises is one of the options for postponing problems... But in our case it will be quite difficult, isn't it? Because the threat of this magic is exposed to all countries of this world. 
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369-Do you think that there will be people planning to kill Tacuju-herself? 
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371While Hayama asked, he replaced the contents of the tea cup. 
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373-I think that already there are some forces that have reached the phase of practical execution. 
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375Taking the cup in hand, Maya said it before touching her lips. 
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377It's a pretty big deal. 
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379Maya lateral Vision caught the expression of Hajamy face. Contrary to Maya's expectations, Hayama not smiled. Maya felt that somehow she should object. 
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381"But Tacuju-Sana can't be killed, is it?"
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383I think so. Tatsuya is almost immortal. However, Miyuki is not. 
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385Maya put the tea cup on the table so abruptly that there was a loud ringing. 
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387— ... What happens if Miyuki-San falls under an assassination attempt aimed at Tacuju-Sana? 
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389"I believe that the people of the Jocuba family should try to avoid this possibility by all means. 
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391After answering Hajamy, Maya plunged into silence. 
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393Miyuki is protected tacuej like no other. Now they are in different places, but this is not a hindrance to Tatsuya. Tatsuya protection is effective from any distance. 
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395Magical ability that can dissipate the very essence of magic, that is the sequence of magic. 
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397And another ability that can cancel fatal injuries until the person has died. 
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399Maya felt relieved when she reminded herself that Miyuki was safe because she was protected by Tatsuya. 
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401But it is obvious that Tatsuya not powerful. 
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403The victory in the battle with reveals Kacuto was not easy. 
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405Tatsuya was unable to neutralize the protective version of the Phalanx. It is able to dispel any sequence of magic, but it does not mean that it can neutralize any magic. 
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407To defeat Kacuto, Tatsuo had to use a physical attack in the form of a neutron beam.
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409From a neutron beam it is impossible to protect, because simultaneously with irradiation the impossibility of use of a neutron barrier is provided. But you can evade it. In addition, "Barionovoe spear " is a magic that strongly loading the zone of calculation of magic Tatsuya, so if it dodged, it creates a serious gap in its defense. 
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411Tatsuya himself will never die, no matter how he is attacked. However, it is not safe to say that there will be no cases of getting such an attack, from which he will not be able to protect the Miyuki, because he will get fatal trauma. Perhaps a magician capable of making such an attack exists somewhere in this world. 
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413No, not "possible." Tatsuya received heavy damage, losing one hand from the cannon of charged particles Angie Sirius. ... Although with modern regenerative medicine, it would eventually recover even without this superpower "recovery ". 
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415In addition, Tatsuya was unable to neutralize the "fog-bomb " imaging in the Strait of soya. And the reason was not that he remotely kneeling there from the base of Kasumigaura. Also, he would be defeated Kacuto if he hadn't prepared Barionovoe spear in advance. 
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417— ... Hayama-San wants to say that the protection of Tatsuya-Sana leads to the protection of Miyuki-san, and in addition leads to the fact that the magic of Tatsuya-Sana will not get out of control? 
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419"I think that even in a sealed state, Tatsuya will never be defeated. However, is the limitation of the force of Tatsuya-itself and thus its ability to protect Miyuki-itself does not contradict the original goal to prevent rampage explosion of matter?
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421-True... You may be right, Hayama-san. 
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423Maya relaxed her shoulders and leaned back in the chair. 
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425-If you consider the ability of the Tatsuya-Sana, which does not allow its magic out of control, the limitation of force can be said to give a reverse effect. 
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427Hayama respectfully bowed to Maya. 
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429Well. I give my permission to destroy the Vow. 
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431Do not "Close your eyes " and "Allow ". 
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433Hayama slightly raised his eyebrows with surprise. 
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435"Mitsugu-san and current-san can raise some noise on this, but if it goes too far, I'll talk to them myself to convince them. 
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437"As you will. I will try not to bother Madame with this question as far as possible. 
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439Yes, thank you. 
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441Thus, Maya and Hayama finished with the theme willful removing the print tacuej. 
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443-By the way, what do you think about "project escapes "? 
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445It's amazing. 
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447After hearing the hajamy voice filled with unexpected emotions, Maya turned to him in surprise. The person standing next to Maya Hajamy looked accordingly to his words. 
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449You really appreciate it, don't you?
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451"The Dion project of Edward Clark was an ideal project that the responsible magician had difficulty resisting. 
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453— Indeed, it is difficult to go against what is positioned as the dream of all mankind. 
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455If humankind adheres to the current growth rate, it will sooner or later faced with problems such as limited space on earth and lack of resources. A plan to address the issue was presented. 
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457It was stated that this requires the power of magic, and it is impossible to refuse cooperation. Even if it is necessary to sacrifice the lives of magicians, if they renounce it, they will be called traitors of humanity. 
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459Regardless of the success or failure of the project. 
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461"However, the Tatsuya project itself demonstrates another solution. Let it be a fair help, directly opposed to the idea of Edward Clark. 
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463-As for the grandiosity, the plan of Tatsuya-Sana is a couple of steps inferior to the "project Dion ". 
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465Maya seemed to Hayama too overestimating the proposed Tacuej plan. 
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467So she ironically objected to the words of Hajamy. 
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469I mean, it's more realistic. 
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471But Hayama did not praise the plan of Tatsuya in a burst of feelings.
472-it seems that capital owners prefer to invest in cases that show more realistic prospects. 
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474It seems that he first of all assessed the effectiveness of the plan as a means of retaliation. 
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476— ... Theoretically, it is. 
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478With a slight sense of unwillingness to admit his defeat, Maya agreed with the opinion of Hajamy. 
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480"As Madam said, the effect of a fairy tale, which is a pipe dream, is rather weak. But it benefits from the power of persuasion from the assistance provided by other countries. 
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482"It would be good if His Excellency decided the same. 
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484Can Tatsuya persuade Todo Aobu? It all depends on whether Tatsuya can overcome this deadlock. 
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486By the way, Madam. 
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488This time already Hayama changed the subject, not answering the muttering Maya. 
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490What's that? 
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492— as I mentioned before, I do not think that a compromise is impossible. 
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494— in the question of the magic of Tatsuya-Sana, threatening the whole world? 
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496Yes. Tatsuya-herself earlier said that he did not deny the possibility of getting magicians real self. If Tatsuya-itself will act not individually, but on an equal basis with representatives of the State, there will be no need for compromise.
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499On the same day, when a mysterious man revealed the identity of Silver Taurus. 
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501From the very morning the media stormed the entrance to the first school. Classes started earlier than they appeared, so there were no pupils caught on the way to school, who would be surrounded and wavinged before them by microphones. But by the beginning of the second lesson both the main and service gates were completely crammed with the employees of various mass media. 
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503The reporters requested materials on Tatsuo, but the school rejected all requests. Given the importance of protecting the privacy of the minor, as he did not commit anything illegal, it is natural that he did not even sound that he does not attend school. 
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505Despite the refusal to issue information, the media did not give up. No, they seem to have been unimportant from the start, whether the school will allow it or not. Even when the morning half of the classes ended, and a lunch break came, a crowd of journalists still zapolonjala the whole neighborhood of the school. 
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509"They're still here..." They seem to have become even more. 
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511On the words of Izumi, watching the main gate of the school from the window of the school board, exhaustion Voice answered Kasumi, also observing the situation on the street.
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513"The back gate is full of reporters..." added Honoka a timid voice. She could see the situation outside, sitting in her place, because Prelomljala light rays, directing them to her in the field of view. In fact, it was a violation of school rules about unauthorized use of magic, but here and now no one was accused. 
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515It's going to be a problem when everyone goes home from school. "Frown," murmured Miyuki. 
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517Call the police? 
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519Miyuki slightly shook her head at the offer of Shizuku. 
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521"Let the teachers think about it. We can not make such decisions ourselves. 
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523Clear. 
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525It was just a fleeting idea, and Shizuku didn't cling to it. 
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527But the president. I think we will not be able to reach the house safely only by our efforts...-with a helpless expression of his face turned Shiina to Miyuki. If Saburo was here, he wouldn't qualms say something like, "I protect you," to cheer up Siinu, but it looks like he was having trouble communicating with the school board, so he stayed away from this room. 
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529When Shiina said, "only by her own efforts," she naturally hinteded that they would not use magic. Theoretically, magic can be used for self-defense. But the definition of the legality of using magic for self-defense was greatly hampered. If press freedom is used as a shield, even though they are minors, the likelihood that the use of magic is legitimate will be rather low. In so-called "experts " There was still a deep rooted evil, which sees "journalism " as something sacred. 
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531Miyuki, apparently, also feared it. 
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533"We need to think about some countermeasures. She answered with a serious expression of her face.
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536Needless to say, the first school was not the only place where the media torn. Many reporters also crowds near the work place of Taurus Silver, the office of Four Leaves Technology. There were a lot of reporters, openly removing everything on camera, because there was no need to take care of the privacy of minors. If they were not involved in the media, they could be suspected of interfering in official business. 
537 
538However, after noon in this frantic activity to gather information came a break. But it happened not because common sense woke up in journalists and reporters.
539 
540Two o'clock in the afternoon. The media received a response from FLT with the consent to provide information. 
541 
542— ... In four days we will hold a press conference of Taurus silver. It will be held on Friday at 10 o'clock in the morning in this building on the first floor, so today we ask you to leave. Those who do not leave this place will be refused to visit the press conference. In addition, if there are complaints about the collection of information not only from the staff of our firm, but also from students of the first school at the National University of Magic, the attendant will also be refused to visit. 
543 
544After a young office worker in charge of public relations, a loud voice announced the decision, among the press immediately found those who objected to it. In general, they only in varying degrees expressed frustration, but the meaning of shouting was roughly the same. 
545 
546"This is a violation of press freedom! 
547 
548It was a boilerplate phrase. However, it was unexpected, but other journalists stopped the onslaught. 
549 
550They probably thought about what would happen if the press conference was canceled if they were going to have a riot. 
551 
552Most reporters realized that instead of trying to set up other companies, it would be better to secure their share at the same time. 
553 
554The journalists gathered in the main office of FLT, exchanging informal phrases with each other, eventually dispersed, without causing disturbances.
555 
556Office of Development manager at FLT headquarters. This room was the personal office of Father Tatsuya and Miyuki, Sheba Tacuro. Nominally Tacuro was the largest shareholder and had a luxury office, which was even more than the director of the company. 
557 
558In this room Tacuro now received a representative of the true owners of FLT, sent from the main house of Jocuby. 
559 
560-Good work in counteracting the media. 
561 
562A young man who was about 25 years old, though thanked Tacuro polite tone, but looked like looking down on him. 
563 
564No, I just gave a couple of instructions on public relations. 
565 
566Tacuro could not fail to feel disgusted by the fact that he must obey some Iuntsu, who is 20 years younger than him. But he didn't show it in any way. Regardless of who is the representative, Tacuro not have the courage to show the disobedience of the main family here. 
567 
568"How humble. But it was pretty fine regulation of the issue. Please continue in the same vein and make the necessary preparations so that there are no extra problems on Friday. 
569 
570You can rely on me. 
571 
572Excellent. Good day, then. 
573 
574Tomorrow nodding, Hanabisi Hyogo wanted to leave the office. 
575 
576— ... I'd like to ask you something. 
577 
578When he had already turned around to go to the exit, Tacuro hesitated to called it.
579 
580What's that? "Asked Hyogo, turning on that voice with a slight smile on his face. Tacuro took eyes from the look of Hyogo. He did not ask Tacuro to hurry up and waited silently. When the second hand of the clock managed to make half the turn, Tacuro finally overcame his hesitation and spoke. 
581 
582What is the main family planning to do with this child? 
583 
584This kid? Maybe you're talking about Tacuju. 
585 
586His lips Tacuro trembled, and he could not answer the question of Hyogo, as if his throat and tongue were unable to work adequately now. 
587 
588So I'm right? But since I'm a young and inexperienced beginner, I can't figure out what thoughts our head has on this. 
589 
590In this polite tone, there was a contempt that "you're even lower than this rookie." Tacuro figured it out and started to get out of it. 
591 
592-In addition, Tatsuya-herself is the groom of the next chapter-herself. Tacuro-donors, with your role, it's not something that should care about you. 
593 
594"N-but I am his father! 
595 
596Tacuro raised his voice whether because he neglected the feelings of the parent to the child, or because he could not endure humiliation.
597 
598I know that. What's the matter? 
599 
600But whatever he answered, Hyogo did not give meaning to the words of Tacuro. 
601 
602-when it was decided that Miyuki-itself will be the next chapter, and Tatsuya-herself will become her fiance, the role of Tacuro-donors was fulfilled. Isn't that good? 
603 
604-H-what...-Tacuro-donors didn't like Tacuju-herself? But now you don't have to behave like a parent or a child anymore? 
605 
606Tacuro could not object to Hyogo. 
607 
608"Then, I will give one advice. Miyuki is your daughter, but Tatsuya is not your son. The real mother Tatsuya-herself-is our head-itself. And the real Father Tatsuya--it's not you, Tacuro-donors. 
609 
610This was the story that Maya invented to marry Tacuju and Miyuki. But now everything went to the fact that this invention will become the truth. 
611 
612"If Tacuro-donors showed his love in the role of the parent of Tatsuya-Sana, the main family would respect these bonds. But you rejected Tacuju. The current relationship should be what Tacuro-donors wanted. 
613 
614Tacuro had no arguments. He could not object to what Hyogo said.
615 
616 
617The number of people surrounding the first media school was significantly reduced by the end of the afternoon half of the lessons. But about half of them still remained at that time. 
618 
619This does not mean that they have abandoned the collection of information. This was due to the fact that the employee of FLT voiced the threat "Those who cause problems in the first school will not be admitted before the press conference." 
620 
621In other words, almost half of journalists and reporters did not succumb to these threats. Perhaps most of them just didn't get the instructions associated with it. 
622 
623Despite the fact that their number was halved, it was still enough to scare the disciples. 
624 
625This time there were no magicians among the crowding of the first school of journalists. For students of the first school, capable to use magic, it was strange to fear "ordinary people ", unable to use magic. Among the "ordinary people " most thought so. 
626 
627Indeed, if the disciples of the first school use all their power, if "commit an act of violence ", they can easily throw away all these journalists. But as a result they will be declared criminals and expelled from society. But even if it is so successful that they are not blamed now, it is easy to imagine a future in which they are afraid, hated and suspended from them. 
628 
629The first school students understood that they had no other choice but to live in human society. It was a fear of ' pen violence ' that could take away their future, where they live peacefully as members of society.
630 
631We can't just break through with force, right? 
632 
633"Kasumi-chan, don't say such dangerous phrases. 
634 
635That's why I said I can't. 
636 
637Answering Izumi, Kasumi again looked at the open space in front of the school gates. They stood at the beginning of a straight road leading from the school yard to the school gate. They hid from the journalists behind a tree and looked at the situation outside. 
638 
639Is... Ah, Miyuki-sempai. 
640 
641Noticing published from the school building Miyuki, Izumi interrupted the conversation with Kasumi. Kasumi continued to watch the media, and Shiina, hidden behind these two, and timidly out to look at the situation outside, after the words of Izumi looked towards the school building. 
642 
643Miyuki-Sempai, how are you doing? Izumi asked when Miyuki, who was accompanied by mines, approached the distance enough for the dialogue. 
644 
645-Unfortunately, the director wants to avoid police intervention. 
646 
647In the voice of Miyuki, responding Izumi, it was not a pity, but a confession that everything turned out, as everyone thought. The point was that the school did not plan to deal with the media.
648 
649"Then do we have to be obedient to the hands of the reporters...? "Shiina, who had such a face as if she was now crying, was anxiously asked Miyuki. 
650 
651-I think that people from the media will not do anything wrong... 
652 
653The voice of Miyuki lacked confidence. Honest reporters will not use force. But among these reporters could well be present fanatical supporters of the antimagic movement. 
654 
655Miyuki. 
656 
657Honoka, going to them through the school yard, called Miyuki. Followed by Shizuku and Mikihiko. 
658 
659Honoka, how's the back gate? 
660 
661Bad. The crowd is such that it will not slip. 
662 
663"There are even people among them who feel a clear evil. In my opinion, it would be better to refuse the use of the rear gate. -Added Mikihiko after the answer Honoka. Shizuku nodded in support of the words of Mikihiko. 
664 
665President. 
666 
667The Chairman of the club management group Igarashi, as well as Tomicuka, Takuma and Saburo, who was not supposed to have a connection with the club management group, were approached by the opposite of the Honoka.
668 
669-Chairman of the Igarashi. 
670 
671Miyuki turned around, hearing the voice of Igarashi. Despite the fact that they have already been familiar enough, Igarashi froze. 
672 
673Tomicuka, who was more resistant to the beauty of Miyuki than Igarashi, spoke instead of him. But most of all here worried not Tomicuka and not Takuma, and Saburo. He did not even look towards Miyuki, but immediately rushed to Siine, asking, "Are you OK? ". 
674 
675-We have notified all clubs about termination of activity. Everyone should now be ready to go home at any time. 
676 
677Thank you for your work. "Miyuki responded with gratitude to the Tomicuki report. 
678 
679"But what do we do, president?" Even if we go home with the whole crowd, there will still be caught students... Maybe we should mobilize the guys from the sports clubs to build the walls. 
680 
681"You can't make living shields out of fellow disciples. This is gender discrimination, Shippo-kun. -Miyuki politely rejected the kind guys idea takumy. 
682 
683Shizuku considered the offer takumy "A good idea ", so showed a dissatisfied person after the words Miyuki. Among those who did not support the idea of takumy, there were no other ideas, and all sent their views on Miyuki in the hope of receiving further guidance. 
684 
685Miyuki deeply sighed, seeing that she was directed also by the views of her classmates and homework, standing in the school yard, and hiding the alley trees so that they could not be seen from the school gates.
686 
687But instead of complaining about them, she resigned herself to the idea of "nothing can be done." 
688 
689— ... I'll talk to them. 
690 
691"You, Miyuki-Sempai!" Izumi shouted with surprise. 
692 
693Yes. I'll ask the media people to go home. 
694 
695It's dangerous! 
696 
697I'm against it, too. 
698 
699After Izumi, Shizuku also tried to stop Miyuki. Since Shizuku was not as perevozbuzhdjonnoj as Izumi, she was more convincing for Miyuki. 
700 
701I don't want to do it myself, but can I just stand here and do nothing? I'm the president of the school board. 
702 
703"But Miyuki and Tatsuya-Sana have a special relationship. 
704 
705Right. That's why I should. 
706 
707Versa. 
708 
709Versa?
710 
711"They have certainly studied the available data and know that Miyuki is a former sister and now a bride of Tatsuya-Sana. It would not be difficult for the media to find out. 
712 
713Shizuku said an unusually long speech for her intalkativeness. She probably felt the impending danger that Miyuki would come out to the reporters. 
714 
715Do you realize that's not normal? If it aggravates the situation, it will not only be your problem, Miyuki. 
716 
717— ... Are you saying this could lead to a worsening of the reputation of all magicians in general? 
718 
719-I do not want to admit, but the probability of this is not equal to zero. 
720 
721The mood of Miyuki worsened. In a sense, she was guilty of her tacuej engagement. 
722 
723Although Shizuku noticed this, she was not going to retreat. But Honoka and Mikihiko, standing nearby, were very nervous. 
724 
725"The sense of responsibility Miyuki can be understood. But this time it is better to stop. 
726 
727Kitayama Ushio, father of Shizuku, is the owner of a large group of companies. When it came to Ushio, even the media hampered, and calls for open attacks became rare. But he was always cautious in counteracting the media. 
728 
729Perhaps it was her father's image because she could not consider it. It seems that Shizuku assessed the power of the media so much to be afraid of them more than anyone present here.
730 
731"Even if you say so... 
732 
733Now it is a situation that one cannot do nothing. Of course, Miyuki was going to continue what she took. But she suddenly sent her gaze behind the backs of the reporters, and froze in that position. 
734 
735— ... Miyuki-Sempai? 
736 
737Ignoring the voice of Izumi, Miyuki continued to look in that direction, Okrugliv eyes. The voice of Izumi simply did not reach her consciousness. 
738 
739Feeling amiss, everyone looked where Miyuki looked. Carefully closer, the rest also realized that the car is approaching. 
740 
741"Is it really...? "Muttered Honoka. She's not the only one who knew who was approaching this car. 
742 
743Suddenly Miyuki tried to run to the school gate. But mine stopped her, grabbing behind her arm. 
744 
745Miyuki surprised. She returned to her self-control, and she realized that she had forgotten. Miyuki smiled at mine, and she let go of her hand and bowed.
746 
747Miyuki went calm and mine followed her. 
748 
749Honoka and Shizuku, Kasumi and Izumi, Shiina and Saburo, each pair exchanged views, and they all went after Miyuki and Minami. 
750 
751The last went left without attention Mikihiko. Tomicuka and Takuma stayed in the school yard without going out to the alley. 
752 
753The journalists, reporters and operators gathered at the school gates noticed the approach of the electric vehicle and freed the road. Recently, the police likes to arrest for obstructing road traffic. Although this is a minor violation, it is a clear illegal act, so it will be difficult for the media to file a complaint. 
754 
755If you are lucky, they can get inside when the electric car will enter. They had even such assumptions. 
756 
757The electric car stopped in front of the school gates. 
758 
759With a little delay after that, the other side of the gate came Miyuki and the rest. Few of the reporters and journalists noticed them. The man who came out of the electric vehicle caused a lot of noise among the mass media representatives. 
760 
761— ... Why...? 
762 
763Swallowing the phrase "They-sama ", Miyuki said only that. Those who came out of the driver's seat electric vehicle was Tatsuya.
764 
765"You are Shiba Tatsuya-san, aren't you?" 
766 
767For media representatives, the appearance of Tatsuya now was quite unexpected. Tatsuya was dressed in the form of the first school and did not use any means of disguise or concealment of the face. If it was a reporter who had already studied data on Tatsuo, he would have unerringly recognized him by appearance. But by the tone of the reporter, who first spoke to Tacuej, it was evident that he doubted. 
768 
769Yes, it is. 
770 
771Tatsuya answered in a calm voice. He had a natural tone of voice, and he had no impression that he was pretending not understanding what was going on. 
772 
773— ... Is it true that you are Taurus silver? 
774 
775The reporter for a moment was discouraged this imperturbability, which showed that most likely, the interview will not work, but he quickly pulled himself together and demonstrated his excellent ability to be arrogant. 
776 
777I thought we had already talked to the press? 
778 
779The Tatsuya response was neither "Yes " nor "no ". 
780 
781-On Friday in the main office of FLT will be held a press conference of Taurus silver. If in doubt, ask yourself. 
782 
783The voice of Tatsuya was loud enough to be heard not only by reporters, surrounded it with microphones, but also by everyone else. Including even the farthest ranges.
784 
785Including even those who stood on the other side of the closed school gates. 
786 
787A press conference? They decided to do it... 
788 
789The voice of Probormotavshego this Mikihiko was half voshishhjonnyj and half shocked. 
790 
791Miyuki stood motionless with wide open eyes, and covered his mouth with his hand. 
792 
793Tatsuya looked at Miyuki. Even if he hadn't heard the voice of Mikihiko, he already knew that Miyuki and the rest were behind the gate. 
794 
795"Please clear the way." 
796 
797Tatsuya appealed to a group of journalists huddled the gates of the school. He did not shout and did not even speak with an elevated voice. This voice has absolutely no pressure. 
798 
799But despite this, surrounded his journalists and reporters retreated back, poshatnuvshising and unsolidly standing on their feet. 
800 
801But some of them still remained before the Tacuej, blushing with shame for their weakness. 
802 
803So you're Taurus silver! 
804 
805Who are you, excuse me? 
806 
807Tatsuya responded with an indifferent voice to this allegation. 
808 
809That? 
810 
811It seems that his question was for the Bonin journalist something unexpected. However, he looked foolish only a few seconds later, then came to himself, and proudly announced the name of one major newspaper on which he works.
812 
813Clear. But if you're not a single journalist, you should have heard from your company. 
814 
815What to hear!? 
816 
817The journalist was about 30 years old. Of course, he did not like that the young guy who is younger than him for more than 10 years, behaving so unsuitable. He asked Tacuju in an aggressive manner. 
818 
819In the eyes of Tatsuya, looking at this journalist, there was no irritation, no anger, no contempt, no pity. In other words, it was a sight equivalent a look at the lying on the side of the stone. 
820 
821Seeing this view, the journalist did not fall into the frenzy, but trembled. The journalist looked at Tacuju as a creepy creature belonging to another species. If someone had met a harmless man, but then found out that the man was actually different from him, he would have had a similar view, as the journalist now has. 
822 
823-those organizations that receive complaints about interrogations from first-school students will be denied admission to the Silver Taurus press conference. The FLT should have been alerted. 
824 
825The wave of confusion spread to the press officers gathered here. Apparently, half of those present didn't even hear about what Tatsuya said. 
826 
827It's only four days. I think waiting so long will not be considered a violation of the freedom of the press. 
828 
829The words of Tatsuya not convinced the journalists. But stubborn objections did not follow.
830 
831Because before they started swearing, they heard a loud clap. 
832 
833This clap was the sound of the shot. The screeching scream of one of the female reporters was followed. 
834 
835Reporter, interrogated tacuju, fell, landing on his ass. Tatsuya noticed that he was going to shoot, and pushed the reporter off the trajectory of the bullet. 
836 
837Tatsuya stood back to the journalist. As if in slow motion, he instantly turned around and caught a bullet with his hand. 
838 
839After that he pried the left hand fist. A pistol bullet fell out of him. 
840 
841Reporters standing next to Tacuej, froze, looking at this scene. Some of the reporters noticed that Tatsuya wears black gloves, but it still didn't explain anything. Even if you wear high-performance bulletproof gloves, they won't catch a bullet. 
842 
843A crowd of journalists, reporters and operators threw skelter. People with panic cries tried to escape from Zatesavshegosja in the crowd of the killer with a pistol, resulting in a crush and crush. Some stumbled and fell, but the rest, whether their comrades or rivals, fleeing, just trampled and kicked fallen. 
844 
845The killer didn't even look at the runaway reporters. Bloodshot eyes looked only at Tacuju.
846 
847Clutching a pistol in his hand, he kept him tacuju. 
848 
849There were several sounds of shots in a row. Tatsuya caught all the flying bullets. 
850 
851Needless to say, it was not a simple trick. 
852 
853Releasing the magic of decomposition in all directions, Tatsuya not rasshhepljal the bullets themselves, and dispelling their momentum (vector) movement forward. 
854 
855By the way, if you try to deposition too much, then at the point of exposure there is an antiacting force. This will not reduce the damage to the hand pole the bullet. Would not lessen if it was a physical impact.
856But for the beginning it is necessary to mention, that decomposition of impulse of a flying bullet without application of external influence is not a physical "phenomenon ". "Information " that the "bullet pulse dissipates " existed not only at the point of impact, but also in the entire surrounding space. As a result, the bullets flew to the palm of the Tatsuya already practically stopped. 
857 
858But the essence of this could only feel the wizards. HID among journalists, a terrorist from the anti-magic movement panicked, seeing with his own eyes such a physically impossible phenomenon for man, as "Catching bullets ". 
859 
860Even after the shutter stopped moving back (that is, the cartridges ended), he still kept the tacuju in sight and continued to pull the trigger convulsively.
861 
862
863 
864Tatsuya did not try to grasp the terrorist, though he clearly lost his mind and had plenty of open places to attack. So he wanted to show journalists and reporters that it was attacking him, not the other way around. 
865 
866Tatsuya Eyes looked at the clownery with a senseless pull of the trigger, but his consciousness was occupied with vigilance against possible accomplices. But at this point there were no signs of the appearance of other attackers. 
867 
868Looks like it was a single criminal. Coming to this conclusion, Tatsuya went to this terrorist. 
869 
870That man had a bizarre cry. It is not known whether it was possible to call it a cry, because those people who did not see this man, would confuse it with howling stray dog. or c "Howling the injured person " *. 
871 
872[Loser, Loser, loser, loser-such values have a used word. But literally it translates "Losing dog ". In English, there is also an analogue with a similar value: "Underdog ".] 
873 
874Tatsuya made the second step, walking the usual walking gait. The man threw in a Tacuju gun, which ended the cartridges. Tatsuya not even shirked, but the gun flew past him. 
875 
876Shouting already something more similar to the human language, the terrorist put his right hand in his pocket and took out a short knife. 
877 
878It was the so-called Bonder Knife, at which at Grip hand the blade protrudes forward a fist. Wearing this was completely illegal, but after using the gun it was silly to think about it. 
879 
880Although he had a short blade, his length was enough to kill a man. Nevertheless, Tatsuya has made the third step, completely ignoring this blade. Taking another step, he would have already been at arm's length between them. 
881 
882But this last step was made by this man, a terrorist. He poised a tychkovym stab at Tatsuya's belly.
883 
884Although it was a surprise for him that he was not in the face, he dodged the blow, leaving the body to the right. At the same time he grabbed the left hand of the man behind the wrist of his right hand and pulled it, returning the body back. 
885 
886The man lost his balance and fell. 
887 
888At this point, finally, a guard working in the first school appeared. He slightly opened the gate and climbed into the resulting gap. Naturally, there were no crazy journalists, who decided to take advantage of such a chance to get to the territory of the school. 
889 
890The guard rushed into place. Prior to the arrival of the guard Tatsuya stood, stepping on the compressive bonder knife the right hand of the man. 
891 
892Among the USPOKOIVSHIHSJA media staff, there was a noise of voices trying to understand what had happened. 
893 
894Is it magic now? 
895 
896"There is no reaction. 
897 
898Talk about this wording was heard from different directions. Everyone was surprised by the fact that Tatsuya caught a criminal without magic. In fact, he used magic when catching bullets, but the sensors available to those people were unable to detect the magic of Tatsuya. 
899 
900The magician was catching bullets, not using magic, and defused a man with a knife without getting any wounds. Reporters, operators and journalists were all frozen and stood, not knowing how to understand it.
901 
902Tatsuya took advantage of this hitch, penetrated the school gates and brought Miyuki and Minami. He sated them to the rear seats, sat down on the driver's seat, and drove the car. The reporters reflexively disembarked from the road, letting them pass. 
903 
904
905 
906— ... They, when did you get the right? 
907 
908Miyuki a lot of things to ask, but the first thing she asked was a relatively unimportant question. 
909 
910There are also other conditions for obtaining driving rights in addition to reaching the age of 18. But unlike in past times, there is now an opportunity to circumvent these limitations. If there is a need to perform work duties, and there is a guarantee from the employer, then, as in the case of the rights to the motorcycle, the right to control the car can be obtained after the completion of compulsory education. For example, Kacuto got the right to manage a conventional car immediately after admission to the first school, under the pretext of the need to work in a construction company managed by the family reveals. These rights are only necessary for management to be a passenger, they are not needed. However, the certification exam is much more difficult than usual. 
911 
912Tatsuya did not use this exception. His work as Taurus Silver is a secret (now can already say "was secret "), so he could not fulfill the condition "Employer's guarantees ". 
913 
914Right after he moved to Izu. After all, the machine is much more convenient in most cases. 
915 
916"I didn't even know... You could have told me. They is so secretive.
917 
918Ha-ha, I'm sorry. 
919 
920Tatsuya turned to so cute obizhajushhejsja Miyuki, and apologized. Of course, he could have afforded it because the car was driving autopilot. After such a minded response, Miyuki finally felt relieved. 
921 
922— ... But why did you come to pick me up? Why risk and appear before the media? 
923 
924"Because I thought that Miyuki, as President of the school council, would not be able to resist any action. I couldn't afford to burden you with such tedious things. 
925 
926-they-itself... 
927 
928Miyuki, as usual, made an enthusiastic face, and from the face of mines unnaturally completely disappeared expression. 
929 
930So, what was your real goal? 
931 
932When Miyuki asked about the real intentions of Tatsuya, her voice was still slightly intoxicated delight. Mine wide open eyes and blinked as frightened by the loud sound of a dove. It was because she did not expect that Miyuki would doubt the words of Tatsuya. 
933 
934Hurt. I didn't lie. 
935 
936Unlike the contents of the phrase, the voice of Tatsuya was cheerful.
937 
938But it's not just that, is it? 
939 
940Miyuki also spoke with a smile, but she did not feel deceived at all. 
941 
942-I had a goal to warn the media. To tell them, that if they will continue to be unceremoniously here something sniff, then in the future will not be able to receive important information. Another goal was also to show that I am not afraid of the media. But the main thing was getting rid of the troubles in which the first school came, and thus to reduce the load on the Miyuki. 
943 
944— ... I got it. Now I understand. 
945 
946Implying in the answer that she "did not understand anything ", Miyuki just gave up.
947 
948As expected Tatsuya, surrounded first school reporters disappeared. It can't be said that it was "fast ", but 30 minutes after the electric car Tatsuya left, all reporters and journalists have already dispersed. 
949 
950There were no reporters who pretended to be gone, but hid themselves and caught the passing pupils of the first school to pry the information. Pupils of the first school (and working staff) were able to return home safely from school. 
951 
952After all, the threat of losing the invitation to the Silver Taurus press conference proved to be effective. 
953 
954Dovezja Miyuki to her new home in Tjofu, and having received this information from an observer for the first school, Tatsuya returned to Izu. Those who watched the first school were not Tatsuya himself. But he had connections with those who orchestrated the surveillance.
955 
956Returning to Izu, Tatsuya met with his information provider, who returned before him and waited for him in the villa's living room. 
957 
958-Hyogo-san, today you have taken good care of various affairs. 
959 
960"Tatsuya, you have also worked well today. 
961 
962Hyogo stood opposite the Sevshego on the chair Tatsuya. Naturally, Tatsuya was not going to get up, and Hyogo stubbornly was not going to sit down. In addition, Tatsuya called him "Hyogo-san " Not because they befriended, but to distinguish him from his father, who, like Hyogo, is the butler of the family Jocuba. 
963 
964No, I just took Miyuki. Yes, thanks for the info on attacker. 
965 
966Under the information about attacker was meant the case when the terrorist shot at Tacuju. To tell the truth, Tatsuya was informed in advance Hyogo that among the crowding of the first school reporters can hide murderers. 
967 
968"Everything went well? 
969 
970Yes. Although it was unexpected that he was the only one. 
971 
972-to Miyuki-did not get wounds from stray bullets, we have taken care in advance to reduce their number... Were these unnecessary actions?
973 
974-Reduce the number? Got it... No, I think it was reasonable. 
975 
976Thank you for your praise. 
977Hyogo bowed, putting his hand on his chest. 
978 
979-it seems that among the amaze shooting on Tatsuo-the media staff could begin some excitement. There were reports that they had begun to see hints that there could be a connection between that armed terrorist and the anti-magic movement. 
980 
981-it seems that it was expedient to give him a shot. 
982 
983"For people who do not deal with weapons, the scene in which they shoot a man is quite shocking, even if the victim is their sworn enemy. And this time, because of the fact that Tatsuya-itself was catching bullets, leaving them in the same form, the impression was even stronger. I suspect that the effect of this will begin to spread gradually. 
984 
985Would it be better if I was injured? 
986 
987Probably, yes. However, Miyuki-herself would be saddened if Tatsuya-herself shed blood, so stop the bullets was the best solution. 
988 
989Really. There would be a reverse effect if Miyuki lost her head and her magic would get out of control. 
990 
991Tatsuya sarcastically chuckled, saying this, but Hyogo bowed, pretending not to notice it.
992 
993Like these two said, Tatsuya deliberately gave the terrorist a shot at him. Although the terrorist was not a fake in itself, but before the plan of attack was known, two people were preparing to play that role. 
994 
995"The original plan was to let them know that if they were close to the wizards, they could be attacked by supporters of the antimagic movement. 
996 
997I think this warning came to them. I am also thinking of preparing a few reports that Antimagisty is a hateful terrorist for all. 
998 
999I'll leave it to you. 
1000 
1001As you wish. 
1002 
1003Hyogo bowed again, putting his hand on his chest, and his face looked happy perhaps from the fact that he enjoyed this backstage work. 
1004 
1005In addition to the villa where Tatsuya lived, the Jocuba family had another property in Izu. It was a small separate house from which it was possible to follow resting in Villa Mia, not disturbing it. 
1006 
1007Among all Jocuby, Mia was the only owner of magic with unique properties. Even if she was overloaded with the use of magic and could not fully work as a magician, but still expected that it will try to kidnap all sorts of vile hunters for this unique skill. 
1008 
1009In fact, there were as many as three attacks to kidnap Mia, and all of them were repulsed, so the construction of the house was not an unnecessary concern. However, after Mia's death, the house was abandoned and only occasionally visited to maintain order. 
1010 
1011Although all this time Tatsuya resided only in the villa, the possibility of using that house after a long downtime was also checked. 
1012 
1013Mrs. We did not find any problems with furniture, appliances and other accessories. 
1014 
1015Thank you for your work. 
1016 
1017Tsukuba Yuka, the eldest daughter of the Tsukuba family, one of the side branches of the Jocuba family, nodded generously. 
1018 
1019-If the luggage is transported, can you take the case? 
1020 
1021It was the evening of the day when Tatsuya dined with Maya, discussing how to react to the information war announced by two Clarks, Edward and Raymond. It goes without saying that Yuka visited this little house not for entertainment. and to complete the task entrusted to the head of the family Jocuba. 
1022 
1023The work entrusted to Maya family Tsukuba was to erect a "cleansing from people " barrier, which should keep the media from approaching the villa on which the Tatsuya dwells. Such spells are a speciality of ancient magic, and modern magic was not initially focused on such activity. But among all families with a family relationship with Jocuboj, the Tsukuba family was best specialized in the magic of mental intervention. Using such conditions to activate the magic that the duration is increased by decreasing the power, you can build barriers not worse than the users of ancient magic.
1024 
1025They arrived at the observation house already in the evening, so when the installation of the barrier was completed, it was already dark. If you can use magic, it doesn't mean that you can see in the dark. Night vision is a magical ability. 
1026 
1027"Madam, a suspicious person has been found." 
1028 
1029"Uh, where?" 
1030 
1031That's why Yuka didn't notice that man. 
1032 
1033— ... Oh, I see. Looks like he's watching the villa on which Tatsuya-san is located. 
1034 
1035A suspicious man was dressed in a dark blue jacket and trousers, which were poorly distinguishable in the dark, and had binoculars hanging on his neck. Even at the place where he stood, one could come to the conclusion that he, as said Yuka, came to watch the activity of Tatsuya. 
1036 
1037Subordinates Yuki spotted this man with a newly created barrier. This barrier, created under the guidance of Yuki, interferes with the idea that people can not recognize the existence of the villa, which is Tatsuya. The principle of action is the same as that of "ghost step " Zhou Gunczinja and Chen Sjanshjenja. The eyes see something, but the consciousness thinks it doesn't see it. 
1038 
1039And how does that affect the person who was watching the villa right before the barrier was erected? He'd think the villa was suddenly gone. 
1040 
1041No wonder he may accidentally stop hiding his presence. 
1042 
1043Conversely, if this person did not even flinch, it would mean that he has the skills to hide his presence from Yuki and her subordinates. 
1044 
1045Grab him. Not to kill. No serious injuries.
1046 
1047Taken. 
1048 
1049The wizards accompanying the Yuka, dissolved in the darkness, leaving one of them as its guard. 
1050 
1051-In any case, Tatsuya-San certainly noticed him... 
1052 
1053Yuka looked at the villa where Tatsuya was located. The bright light from the windows made the villa noticeable in the dark. 
1054 
1055Hardly Tatsuya did not notice that behind it peeping. It seems that he left that man because he came to the conclusion that there would be no real harm from him. Or he thought that even if he catches him, then the follow-up action on the issue can be a troublesome affair. 
1056This man hid on the land belonging to the villa. All surrounding areas were the property of the Jocuba family (more precisely the real estate company, which was secretly managed by the Jocuba family). But there were no fences and fences there. Even if the offender is apprehended under the pretext of an unlawful invasion, he can pretend that he has not noticed and in retaliation to accuse of exceeding the necessary measures. 
1057 
1058— ... Looks like he's decided to throw those difficulties at us. 
1059 
1060Tatsuya should have noticed not only a suspicious person, but also a group of Yuki. He thought he didn't have to get his hands dirty. Yuka deeply sighed, remembering the face of his not-so-sweet distant relative.
1061-the chapter-itself, the construction of the barrier is completed without delay. 
1062 
1063Good work. 
1064 
1065After completing the interrogation of a suspicious person, Yuka returned to a small house and called Maya with a report. 
1066 
1067"After that, we discovered a suspicious type, watching the tacuej-dignity, caught him and interrogated him. 
1068 
1069and? 
1070 
1071Maya slightly rounded eyes, and the corners of her lips slightly raised, forming a smile. 
1072 
1073Did you determine his affiliation? 
1074 
1075It was the agent of the Tomita family. 
1076 
1077-Tomita of a hundred families... I think they were on a special account with the Magic Association, didn't they? 
1078 
1079Yes. The observation of tacuej-dignity was conducted on the proposal of the Magic Association. 
1080 
1081-Clear... 
1082 
1083Maya nodded with a charming smile on her face. Yuka felt a chill on her back, but she somehow managed to keep her face calm. 
1084 
1085-According to the agent of the family Tomita, he had no intention to cause harm. Apparently, the Magic Association thought that Tatsuya-san would try to hide somewhere.
1086 
1087Clear. 
1088 
1089We still have the agent. What do we do with it? 
1090 
1091Let him go. No need to erase memory. 
1092 
1093— ... Will it be okay? 
1094 
1095Yes. Our family Jocuba never abandons their people. It is necessary to remind about this magic Association. 
1096 
1097"... Too impertinently, "Yuka unwittingly thought so. At least she didn't say it out loud. 
1098 
1099If we remember the circumstances in which it was tatsuya until last year, it is quite a good impression. 
1100 
1101No, it's not just the past. Yuka believed that the duel with the head of the reveals family was a battle that he had to go alone as the one who would become the husband of the next head of the Jocuba family. But at the same time she felt that not to take any measures against the military Intelligence Department was quite brutal on the part of Jocuby. 
1102 
1103You wanted to say something else? 
1104 
1105-Yes, but it does not apply to the task. 
1106 
1107Yuka answered Maya's question immediately, as if she were not thinking of anything superfluous. By such abilities Yuka was in the first place among four candidates for the right to be the next head of the family.
1108 
1109I don't mind. 
1110 
1111"My mother is concerned that the seal of Tatsuya-Sana has disappeared. 
1112 
1113"Worried " is a rather discreet description, isn't it? 
1114 
1115Even if Maya was joking, Yuka couldn't refute it. 
1116 
1117Current, Yuki's mother, is proud of his magical powers. Of course, this kind of pride is present in every magician, but Toki had a special case. Knowing this, not only the Maya, and anyone will guess that the destruction of the vow of the current was hysterical. 
1118 
1119-Does the head think that this is not a problem? 
1120 
1121Instead of arguing, Yuka directly asked about Maya's intentions. 
1122 
1123"That the vow was scattered? Hmm, I don't think there's going to be a problem, but... There's nothing to be done about it, right? 
1124 
1125Nothing to do? 
1126 
1127Maya's response surprised Yuka. 
1128 
1129"I knew it could be dissipated in theory. But who would have thought that Tatsuya-San would be able to do something annoys the dangers of Miyuki-san?
1130 
1131Yes. Really. 
1132 
1133According to the system of the vow itself, it was expected that when destroying the magic itself, the spell-supporting Miyuki could get serious damage. It was really unexpected that Tatsuya went to that risk. 
1134 
1135"In addition, we will not be able to re-impose a vow on Tacuju-Sana. 
1136 
1137Yuka had nothing but to admit what Maya said. 
1138 
1139The vow imposes a heavy burden not only on the person he was applied to, but also on the one who supports the spell. And it's not just a response to his dispelled. In a state where the vow will be active, it is daily, on a permanent basis, will harm the magic abilities of the one who supports the spell. 
1140 
1141The current Tatsuya will not allow the use of magic that would reduce the magical abilities of Miyuki. 
1142 
1143-When we can not do anything, it remains only to run away from reality? 
1144 
1145This comment by Maya was an acute criticism, hidden under the guise of reproach mother Yuki, who had gone out of her own because of the destruction of the Vow. 
1146 
1147-True... I think you're right. "Answered Yuka, realizing it. She answered so not because she had no choice because she submissive, but because she understood the meaning of the expression "escape from reality."
1148 
1149 
1150Chapter 2
1151 
1152 
1153 
1154The profession of Shibaty Katsushige, the next head of the Shibata family, one of the side branches of the Jocuby, officially meant the work of the Secretary in the Ministry of Defense. 
1155 
1156The combat power of magic Katsushige was extremely high, but instead of using magic in battle, his work was to reflect on how to use magic in battle. 
1157 
1158In South America, Africa and Central Asia there were still long battles, but East Asia and the western part of the Pacific region have been in a state of calm since autumn 19th year. Thanks to this, many employees of the Ministry of Defense did not overstay for a long while in the workplace and left earlier. 
1159 
1160The day after the media raised a big hype (ordinary citizens who had no relation to magic, did not even know about the topic) around the disclosure of the identity of Taurus Silver. 
1161 
1162After leaving the office at 19 o'clock, Katsushige went not home, but to a hotel in the center of the city. Although it was not a first class hotel, whose name was known even abroad, but it was popular among businessmen for delicious food and acceptable level of safety. 
1163 
1164He was quickly found in the restaurant of the aforementioned hotel with whom he had been assigned a meeting. Naturally, he found quickly, because here everything was arranged in the form of separate rooms, and he knew which room to go. 
1165 
1166Hi. I'm sorry I called. 
1167 
1168It was dressed in a regular suit of a man of the same age as Father Katsushige. Even for Katsushige, who knows his occupation, he looked like an ordinary ordinary businessman.
1169 
1170No. It's all because my dad couldn't come. Forgive us for the impolite change of the contact person. 
1171 
1172No, no, no. So suddenly, asking for a meeting is my thoughtless act. Here I have to apologize. 
1173 
1174"If you say so, I am grateful, Kuroba-san. 
1175 
1176As Katsushige said, the partner he met was Kuroba Mitsugu, head of the Kuroba family, one of the side branches of the same Jocuba family. 
1177 
1178At the invitation of Mitsugu, Katsushige sat down. Mitsugu also sat down at the same time. The waiter, who was katsushige in this room, came to the table. Mitsugu and Katsushige only ordered sake and light snacks and let the waiter go. 
1179 
1180So. 
1181 
1182Mitsugu straightened out, and then slightly bent over the table. 
1183 
1184"Today I called for the very reason. We need to talk about him. 
1185 
1186Are you talking about Tacuju-kun? 
1187 
1188Mitsugu said unclearly "about him ", but Katsushige easily guessed what was meant Tatsuya. But Mitsugu did not make a mistake, and did not make a gloomy face. 
1189 
1190Right. Yesterday the identity of Silver Taurus, in the end, became well-known. What do you think, Katsushige-kun?
1191 
1192"Was it not inevitable when Edward Clark made it clear that he knew the name of Taurus silver? Although it is unfavorable for the family Jocuba, but I do not think that it is to blame Tatsuya-kun. 
1193 
1194The answer Katsushige was not what Mitsugu expected. 
1195 
1196"But don't you think that this situation could have been avoided if he hadn't entered the first school and obediently sat at home?" Because it is obvious that "project Diona " takes into account not only the achievements of Taurus silver, but also the experiment "star reactor ", which he spent last spring. 
1197 
1198Katsushige shook his head at the words of Mitsugu. 
1199 
1200-Admission to the first school was not the intention of Tatsuya-kun. It was inevitable because of the Jocuba family's sentinel system. 
1201 
1202-Katsushige-kun may not know, but after the incident Yokohama the head-herself ordered him to drop out of school and sit under house arrest. But he did not obey and continued to attend the first school. If he were to disappear from the stage at that moment, he would never be noticed. 
1203 
1204No. After using the blast of matter, it was only a matter of time before Tatsuya-kun would be stretchesed from behind the scenes of international politics, only this would have happened in another form. Besides, at that moment it was impossible not to use the explosion of matter. Without this magic, Japan would have suffered immense damage.
1205 
1206"Is that so?" There is a Yatsushiro family in Kyushu. If there is a battle in the sea, the Icuva family will depart. In naval battles, the Icuva family has a great battle force even without the "Abyss " myo-Jo. The Great Asian Alliance is a strong enemy, but I don't think we'd lose them if we hadn't used the explosion of matter. 
1207 
1208Even so. However, at that stage there was no other choice but to use the explosion of matter. In war, Victory is not always the best way out, but it does not mean that you have to lose. After the invasion of the country, the forces for the next battle would remain less. It is necessary not only time, but also economic power to replenish the combat force. If you look at the Great Asian Alliance, suffering from the consequences of the monstrous attack of the explosion of matter, you will understand. 
1209 
1210Mitsugu had nothing to object to. He knew and understood it even without these words. 
1211 
1212— ... I understand your thoughts that his magic is irreplaceable for national defense. Then it is even more impossible to let go to America. 
1213 
1214Mitsugu changed the approach. 
1215 
1216Yes. 
1217 
1218Katsushige only briefly expressed his consent.
1219 
1220"In that case, should he be protected by the Jocuba family?" And the SSHSA government can surrender if, for example, he dies suddenly. 
1221 
1222Mitsugu, who received the approval of his words, gathered with strength and said what he wanted. 
1223 
1224"And if he, moreover, will be killed " Humanists ", it should reduce the expending public opinion about magicians. 
1225 
1226Really. 
1227 
1228"In this case...-Kuroba-san. 
1229 
1230Using as a pretext the will of one of the side branches, Mitsugu was going to ask Maya to Tatsuya be caught and locked. But Katsushige abruptly interrupted the speech of Mitsugu, in which he wanted to ask for cooperation. 
1231 
1232"I could not understand why all the heads of the side branches belong to Tatsuo-koonu with such hostility. 
1233 
1234Katsushige said in the past tense: "couldn't ". So Mitsugu already understood the meaning of the said. 
1235 
1236"So the other day I checked it out, asking my dad. He did not want to confess for a long time, but in the end told everything. 
1237 
1238— ... I see. 
1239 
1240The people of the Mitsugu generation promised to keep this story secret. But Mitsugu did not feel that he should criticize the head of the Shibata family, understanding his motives. No, it is right to say that he had no right to criticize. Because Mitsugu himself was the first to reveal the secret. Despite the fact that those to whom he disclosed, was himself Tatsuya.
1241 
1242Kuroba-san. I can't agree with you and my father. To be hostile to Tatsuo-Koonu is wrong. 
1243 
1244The voice of the waiter was heard from outside the room. 
1245 
1246They briefly interrupted the conversation, waited for the waiter to put glasses on the table with chilled sake and leave the room, and then continued. 
1247 
1248— ... But he's dangerous. 
1249 
1250"One person possesses the power to destroy the whole world. One influential person has access to a "button " that can destroy the whole world. One government possesses a military force capable of destroying the entire world. Of these three concepts, the first two seem to differ in nature from the latter, but in their essence they are all the same thing. As far as "democratic" the country is, its military force is always ready for use. Otherwise there would be no point. There is no point in maintaining military capabilities if the country itself is destroyed while democratic procedures are in place. Civilian control is what deters influential people from willful use of the army in fear of losing office, and stops the use of already applied force. In the presence of a system capable of completely discontinue the use of military force, in any case it will be impossible even to defend properly, taking measures in advance. 
1251 
1252-however, instead of the complete absence of brakes, it is better to have at least some. Even if it is only a partial limitation.
1253 
1254You're right. Therefore, dictators should not be allowed to possess weapons of mass destruction. Military power must be under civilian control. But Kuroba-san. Influential people elected by Democratic vote can also turn the key to launch strategic nuclear missiles. Even if the startup key is divided between several people, it is necessary to understand that the owners of these keys are chosen by influential people themselves, without the participation of voters. 
1255 
1256— ... This is an extreme argument. 
1257 
1258"The fact that Tatsuya-kun will destroy the world is also an extreme argument. 
1259 
1260"If you think so, the use of weapons of mass destruction by dictators is also an extreme argument. 
1261 
1262No. The dictator is called a dictator because the structure of his power is arranged so that no one can stop him. It's different with a normal person. You can't interfere with a person's thoughts. What man thinks, what he decides-other people can not stop it. But if it is an ordinary person, not a dictator, then it can be influenced to stop. You can limit it to change your mind. He can be persuaded, persuaded. 
1263 
1264— ... Are you saying that ordinary people are closer to influential persons from the democratic government than to dictators? 
1265 
1266-People living alone... No, people who think they live alone will be closer to dictators. However, those who wish to live with someone, people who feel that they cannot live alone, cannot become dictators. 
1267 
1268— ......
1269 
1270Kuroba-san. It is not necessary to consider Tacuju-kun a dictator. If you really care about the future of the world, then it should not remain alone. Sorry for the rudeness, but what you want to do will only backfire. This will not only harm the fighting power of our country. As a result, it will harm the future of the world. 
1271 
1272— ... Is that your opinion? 
1273 
1274I came here instead of my father. You might have guessed from this fact. 
1275 
1276Katsushige up. 
1277 
1278Kuroba-san. Be realistic. 
1279 
1280Having said this finally continuing to sit mitsugu, Katsushige went home, where he was waiting for the cotones and cooked her dinner.
1281 
1282At the same time, when Mitsugu and Katsushige parted in a tense atmosphere. 
1283 
1284At the headquarters of the Magic Association in Kyoto, the Chairman of the Association, Tomicuka Hisui sat at the table in his office, clutching the head. 
1285 
1286Before her eyes on the table lay a document containing an urgent request from SSHSA. It said that Edward Clark plans to visit Japan and asks to organize a meeting with Taurus silver, that is with Shiboj Tacuej. 
1287 
1288"Ah-ah, that's it!" What do you think I should do? 
1289 
1290Hisui hysterically shouted, looking at the document lying on the table.
1291 
1292No, I know what to do! We need to arrange a meeting with Shiboj Tacuej! 
1293 
1294Still holding on to her head, she chided herself. Head Hisui boils. 
1295 
1296"Yes, it is understandable... 
1297 
1298As a result, Hisui Obessilenno fell face on the table. 
1299 
1300"But I have no such power... 
1301 
1302Still lying face on the table, Hisui deeply and long sighed. 
1303 
1304"and give up... We can't... 
1305 
1306Hisui slowly lifted the upper half of the body from the table. 
1307 
1308"this Saturday... It's too urgent, and it feels like the situation will get worse... 
1309 
1310She took a look at a small display standing on the bedside table on the side of the desk. An overview of the latest news was displayed there. 
1311 
1312-The day before it will be a press conference of Taurus silver? Why from all the days exactly the day before? Yes, and what does he want to talk about? 
1313 
1314Reflection over it, Hisui decided it wasn't that bad. 
1315 
1316-Why only all this happens when I became the Chairman... 
1317Her head collapsed again on the table.
1318 
1319 
1320It was late evening, after 21 o'clock, when Maya called Tatsuo. 
1321 
1322I'm sorry about this time. 
1323 
1324No, I've been waiting for this call. Many thanks. 
1325 
1326Don't worry. It's about my promise. 
1327 
1328Indeed, when they spoke last time, Maya said she was arranging a meeting with Todo Aoboj. But Tatsuya didn't expect Maya to call in person to report it. 
1329 
1330Did you get a meeting time from His Excellency Todo? -asked Tatsuya, hiding his surprise, having made nothing expressing face. 
1331 
1332Yes, that's right. Looks like he's ready to take you tomorrow at 7:00 p.m. 
1333 
1334Maya had a smile, showing that she noticed the excitement of Tatsuya, but she did nothing so hostile, like reproach for it. 
1335 
1336Where will the meeting take place? 
1337 
1338In the Temple of Kjutjodzi *. I heard that Kokonoje Yakumo-san will be present at the meeting. 
1339 
1340[The name of the temple is written in the same hieroglyphs as "Kokonoje ", but it is read differently] This time Tatsuya could not hide the surprise. Maya giggled, like saying, "I caught you."
1341 
1342— ... Sorry. But I was also surprised to learn about it. and Tatsuya-san, I see, is also surprised. Now I feel a little calmer. 
1343 
1344I'm surprised. Is the master somehow involved in this? 
1345 
1346"His Excellency and Yakumo-San seem to have been well acquainted for quite some time. But the connection between them is a mystery. 
1347 
1348I thought so too. 
1349 
1350Tatsuya responded quickly, but in reality, together with a strong surprise, his tormented doubts. 
1351 
1352Those who introduced Tacuju to Yakumo were Kazama. This does not faithfully any intentions jocuby. He communicated directly with Kazamoj and with Yakumo. He thought that their words could be trusted, considering that the separate magically equipped battalion of Brigade 1-0-1 secretly quarreled with ten main clans. 
1353 
1354However, everything changed with the addition of information about friendly (how close this "Friendship " was unclear) relationship Yakumo and Todo Aobas. 
1355 
1356Tatsuya and Yakumo is not a disciple and teacher. So it was decided at their first meeting. They were only sparring partners in the magical melee battle, Yakumo nothing Tacuju taught. He was taking questions, but he could not answer them. Such was the agreement about his visits to Yakumo.
1357 
1358However, Tatsuya learned a lot from Yakumo. For example, without the help of Yakumo, he would hardly be able to complete the development of the "Armor Psionovogo projectile " needed to confront the parasites. 
1359 
1360Also, although the position of Yakumo with "answers to questions " has not changed, Tatsuya has received a lot of knowledge from Yakumo, even in cases where this knowledge corresponded to "A question that he cannot answer." 
1361 
1362Tatsuya thought it was just some kind of fad yakumo. He felt that Yakumo, whom he had not known at the time, had done it for some purpose. He also suspected that it might have been a plan to separate it from the Jocuba family so that it fell under the control of the self-defense forces. However, the more he communicated with Yakumo, the more scattered these suspicions. 
1363 
1364But doesn't that mean he should have thought that? 
1365 
1366Yakumo was not easy. No, according to Judgment Tatsuya, it was an uncontrollable suspicious man. However, Tatsuya for some reason trusted Yakumo...-Well, then tomorrow at 7 o'clock in the evening I visit the temple of Kjutjodzi. Thank you very much for the information. 
1367 
1368Answering Maya, Tatsuya tried to remain vigilant in order not to show his anxiety.
1369 
1370 
1371 
1372Chapter 3
1373 
1374 
1375 
1376On Monday, when Raymond Clark in the form of "the first sage " performed on TV, the population's interest in Taurus Silver rose sharply. But the next day the interest began to away, and today, on Wednesday, it has ceased to be a topic for discussion among ordinary people. 
1377 
1378There are no people who do not know the famous Taurus silver in the magic. However, those who can use magic make up only one thousandth from the adult population. But this does not mean that 99.99% of people live without magic, because some people have to do with magic in the role of engineers, managers, politicians, soldiers and other civil servants, even without the ability to use magic in practice. 
1379 
1380In recent years, even people who are engaged in magic began to appear, while speaking for Antimagizm. 
1381 
1382Quite a few citizens indirectly benefit from the use of magic for public order, national defense and disaster response. However, most people still live without a direct relationship to magic. 
1383 
1384Magic is not a necessary factor for the life of modern society. At least in a social environment where you can live peacefully. Thus, even if the innocent magicians (better to say whose guilt is unknown) and harassed, they treat it indifferently. Being indifferent, you will not feel guilty. 
1385 
1386 
1387 
1388 
1389Even if one Alvin, known as Taurus Silver, tries to impose a future contrary to his will, for ordinary people it was no more than one of the TRETESORTNYH articles in the newspapers. 
1390 
1391In the evening, when Tatsuya arrived at the temple of Kjutjodzi, this situation still remained unchanged. 
1392 
1393
1394 
139518:45. Tatsuya left the train booth at a stop in front of the steps leading to the gates of the Kjutjodzi temple. 
1396 
1397Nobody was with him. To come alone was one of the conditions that Tatsuo todo Aoba. 
1398 
1399The Tatsuya from the booth looked slowly on the sides. Although he consciously acted so conspicuously to check... I mean, to show that he's checking that there's some kind of security around here, and that he's on the lookout, but he really couldn't find any signs of the observers. 
1400 
1401The signs of persecution were, but they disappeared just before he arrived at the foot of this hill, so it seems he was not mistaken. 
1402 
1403It wasn't a coincidence. Perhaps the disciples of Yakumo (or even Yakumo himself) took care of it. As Yakumo does not trust the reception of the guests (even if it is not invited guests) to inexperienced people making mistakes, Tatsuya decided that he did not need to worry about it.
1404 
1405Whom he should worry about--it's about himself. Even Yakumo should not interfere with a personal conversation with the famous Todo Aoboj, a secret player in the backstage arena of political and business world. But you can't be completely sure of that. Perhaps this place was chosen to check out the Tacuju. 
1406 
1407Given this opportunity, he arrived 15 minutes early just in case. But if Yakumo is serious, it is extremely doubtful that so much time is enough. With thought, no matter how overzealous, Tatsuya went up the stone steps. 
1408 
1409
1410 
1411Unfortunately, Tatsuya fears have come true. 
1412 
1413Roughly in the middle of the path along the stone steps, the space around suddenly contorted. He was shown the illusion that the ladder began to increase... No, that he himself began to shrink. 
1414 
1415He realized that his consciousness was affected by magic. This characteristic continuous effect was the peculiarity of ancient magic. Modern magic, on the contrary, gave importance to speed, and it did not have such features as long action to maintain the effect. 
1416 
1417Now Tatsuya saw his real field of view and illusory picture overlapping each other. This was because Tatsuya, pushing out an interruption of spells trying to penetrate his mind a sequence of magic, reads the contents of these sequences of magic.
1418 
1419Even with magic acting on the Mind (Pushionovoe information body), the sequence of magic was in the form of a Psionovogo information body. Although Tatsuya was not able to use the magic of psychic intervention, but if the sequence of magic is in a state where the activation is not yet complete, he could defend against the magic of the enemy or even intervene in the spell. The magic caused him to take time to activate, which was his hand. If it were not Tatsuya, he would already become a prisoner of illusion.
1420But he did not fall under the magic of illusions. This should have already been known Sotvorivšemu this magic Yakumo. Kokonoje Yakumo was not a naïve adversary, continuing to use those methods that have already shown that they do not work. Once does not work Genjutsu *, then go to the next... 
1421 
1422[The same magic of illusions, just apparently a term from ancient magic.] 
1423 
1424"... Physical attack "It happened at the same time as Tatsuya said it to himself. On two sides he was attacked by cutting vortexes. 
1425 
1426These were not vacuum blades. It was magic, which, supporting in the air crushed stone powder, uplotnjonnyj in the form of ultra plates, sent them to the flight with high speed. 
1427 
1428On the edges of the stone steps there was no hedges, there was a grove. Tatsuya instantly decomposed four flying blades, flown from the darkness, which was literally nothing recently. 
1429 
1430Of course, the Yakumo attack should not have ended with this. A man named Kokonoje Yakumo was not so kind as to (even when he is not serious) to finish a case with two types of attack, Genjutsu and cutting vortexes. 
1431 
1432The stone steps, which now went Tatsuya, were not so long. This evening was cloudless and the moon shone. He was to be able to see the temple Gate even at night, but now everything in front was filled with impenetrable darkness. 
1433 
1434And from this darkness flew arrows.
1435 
1436Sounds closed not heard. He could not feel the signs of magic, damped sound, and the signs of magic workflow arrows. Was it a magic trick to let out arrows without a sound, or a bow made to not make a sound when shooting? 
1437 
1438Sending this thought to the far corner of the mind, Tatsuya sent the bulk of the consciousness to the rain of the arrows. 
1439 
1440He laid out all the arrows as one aggregate. Applying magic, Tatsuya finally noticed that the arrows are intangible. 
1441 
1442 "Magic of false information bodies!? "It was not a simple illusion. It was Genjutsu, influencing the information dimension and Obmanyvajushhee vision, "seeing " "Information ". This is a magic of the same type as the "Parade " in which Lina is good. 
1443 
1444It was a trick to expect that the attack would be something tangible. 
1445 
1446Tatsuya aggravated all five senses and ran up the stone steps. There were signs of presence in front. 
1447 
1448Tatsuya not stop and did not slowly and cautiously move forward, but at the same time could not suppress in itself a sense of surprise, that carries out so directly. 
1449 
1450In this battle, now Tatsuya first discovered the location of the enemy. 
1451 
1452Sharpened hearing caught the sounds of rustling clothes. 
1453 
1454Heightened smell of incense, which was impregnated clothing. 
1455 
1456Heightened sight noticed the contour of the figure, which came out of the darkness. The figure was above him on the ladder.
1457 
1458Being below, Tatsuya was in a clearly disadvantaged position. Tatsuya jumped. 
1459 
1460When he was at the same height as the enemy, he pulled his leg forward in the blow, without fear that the situation would become uncomfortable. 
1461 
1462The enemy curved the upper part of the body and dodged from the kick in the jump Tatsuya. Flying past the remaining enemy, Tatsuya landed on a stone stage. 
1463 
1464Now Tatsuya was higher. But now Tatsuya was in an insecure position, rotated back to the enemy. 
1465 
1466Heightened touch caught the airflow. The enemy's attack was on the back. Using an instant call, Tatsuya activated the magic of motion. 
1467 
1468The magic activated with an instant call had a small scale and a low power. Only the speed could be called the only advantage. But if you need to move only 60 centimeters, then with the instantaneous call parameters, it was not a problem. and to evade the enemy's fist, the distance of 60 centimeters is also enough. 
1469 
1470When the enemy's direct punch overcame a distance of 30 centimeters, the Tatsuya was already 2 degrees higher. The enemy's attack ended in a blunder. Tatsuya turned around and prepared to attack at the same time as the enemy began to move forward.
1471 
1472
1473 
1474The edge of the palm of the Tatsuya was at the enemy's neck. The enemy's Fist (Yakumo) was at Boca Tatsuya. Both of them stopped their hands on the verge without causing a blow. 
1475 
1476Master. It was a pretty rude greeting. 
1477 
1478It's almost time. Come along. His Excellency is waiting. 
1479 
1480Tatsuya looked at the watch. They showed 18:50. It's only been five minutes since he started climbing the stone steps. Tatsuya didn't think he could fight Yakumo in just such a short time. It seems that Yakumo himself has chosen how long it will take. 
1481 
1482Although Tatsuya limited itself so as not to cause damage to the environment, but in this battle Tatsuya was serious. However, Yakumo was able to act so as to take the schedule into account. With a little regret, Tatsuya realized that he was still far from Yakumo.
1483 
1484 
1485When Tatsuya entered the main hall of the temple, there was no dust on his suit. All consequences "pranks " Yakumo have been removed "recovery ". 
1486 
1487Yakumo led him into the inner room. Todo Aoba expected in the side room, which led the passage to the right of the main premises of the temple (where there is an altar of deity, which pray in the temple). 
1488 
1489He had a suitable shave head for a Buddhist temple. However, he was wearing a high-class business suit, clearly sewn to order. He ease held his back straight, his shoulders were wide, and the lower part of the body was also a dense physique. Drjahlenie from old age was already noticeable, but when he was young, he was undoubtedly a strong guy. 
1490 
1491But at the same time, on his head, just below his bald barest distinctive feature. 
1492 
1493These bulging eyes under thick gray eyebrows. His face is not beautiful, it could be called Majestic. However, its turbid-white left eye caused a strange feeling of oppression of the interlocutor. This left eye created an impression of heterogeneity. 
1494 
1495Tatsuya also paid attention to this left eye. He realized that he had already met this old man in this temple in January of this year, the 4th number, to be more precise. And not quite met, he only saw Todo from his back when he was leaving the temple. Todo then turned and looked at Tacuju with his murky white eye, but said nothing and left. 
1496 
1497"Can I start introducing myself?" "asked Tatsuya after sitting down on his knees and bowed. 
1498 
1499At first he thought it would be better to sit quietly until Yakumo to present him, but then he felt that in this case he would be captured in the blink of an eye by the opponent's pace.
1500 
1501Authorize. 
1502 
1503The answer Todo would sound like a anachronism if he were to be said by another person, not by him. But the voice of Todo perfectly fit his manner of speech. 
1504 
1505Nice to meet you. My name is Shiba Tatsuya. It is a great honor for me to meet you. 
1506 
1507"I am todo Aoba. Jocuba Tatsuya, I've been looking forward to seeing you. 
1508 
1509Todo called Tacuju "Jocuboj tacuej " instead of "Shiboj tacuej ". Tatsuya, who was still in the bow, did not reacted on these words. 
1510 
1511You can raise your head. Permission to answer directly. 
1512 
1513Tatsuya straightened out like he was told. He did not took look, but looked todo straight in the eye. So he interpreted the meaning of the "direct response authorization ". But neither Todo himself nor yakumo him for that reproached. 
1514 
1515I heard from Maya. That you want to explain something to me. 
1516 
1517Yes. 
1518 
1519Tatsuya didn't use such standard phrases, like, "Could you give me your time? " or "Could you listen to me? ". He intuitively understood that todo not need such formalities.
1520 
1521I'm listening to you. "And Todo, indeed, immediately asked to go to the main topic. 
1522 
1523-In short, I have a plan to build a plant that produces energy resources using magic. 
1524 
1525Tatsuya said this as a preface, and began explaining the details of the "project escapes ". Todo not interrupt Tacuju and listened to his whole story to the end. 
1526 
1527Clear. "Todo said after Tatsuya finished the story, saying he wanted to have a press conference as a means of retaliation in an information war announced by two Clarks, Edward and Raymond. 
1528 
1529"Then, can you allow me to go out in front of the media? 
1530 
1531I have permission. You can also use my connections to ask others for cooperation. 
1532 
1533Thank you very much. 
1534 
1535Although Tatsuya said so, he felt no joy but vigilance. He alerted that everything went too well. 
1536 
1537Consent was not to be unconditional. There must have been some conditions. He was afraid he would be put in some impossible conditions. 
1538 
1539By the way, I want to ask you something. 
1540 
1541What's that? 
1542 
1543Tatsuya answered, without changing the expression of his face, but he could not get rid of the feeling that he was trying to evade the question.
1544 
1545Todo may have noticed the alarm Tatsuya, but did not take advantage of it. 
1546 
1547"In your explanation, you mentioned that you are not looking for political power. 
1548 
1549Yes. 
1550 
1551More precisely, he said that he is not going to ask for more powers, if it does not interfere with the work of the plant, but he was not required to demand political power, so did not dare to correct the said Todo. 
1552 
1553I'm not just talking about the power plant. The power you possess is incomparable to anything in your power. It's not just that it exceeds the limits expendable for one person. In fact, this is not something that may be allowed to organizations other than the state. 
1554 
1555Tatsuya didn't mind that. He himself seriously considered the same as Todo said. But despite this, Tatsuya was not going to give up his power or trust her to anyone. 
1556 
1557"Why do you use this power?" What do you want to achieve with this force? 
1558 
1559A happy life. 
1560 
1561Tatsuya responded immediately without showing any hesitation. Hearing this answer, Todo clearly frowned eyebrows. 
1562 
1563"Are you saying that this undeserved power for one man is only used for one's own sake? And that you are not interested in the welfare of society and the preservation of the state?
1564 
1565"A happy life is impossible without the well-being of society. Also, I believe that at the current stage of human development, the existence of States is absolutely necessary for the maintenance of public order. 
1566 
1567"I mean, do you mind giving your power to the state for your own well-being?" 
1568 
1569-I would not use such arrogant phrases as "giving power "... But if you look from the standpoint of public order and national Defence, you, Your Excellency, have rightly said. 
1570 
1571That's good. Jocuba Tatsuya. 
1572 
1573Todo again called Tacuju "Jocuba Tatsuya ". They sat opposite each other and looked into each other's eyes. Seeing the expression of the face of Todo, Tatsuya realized that he was not mistaken, and said so intentionally. 
1574 
1575I want you to do what I used to do. Be the deterrent force of this country. 
1576 
1577The words of Todo puzzled Tacuju. 
1578 
1579"In what sense to be deterrent force? Does he want me to officially announce that I am a user of magic "explosion of matter "? But it cannot be called "the same as before." 
1580 
1581— ... You want me to declare myself a Wizard of strategic class? -Tatsuya decided not to waste time, rewinding his thoughts in a deadlock, and directly asked Todo about his intentions. 
1582 
1583-Now it is not necessary. But if you need to, do it.
1584 
1585Does that mean that in case of a military threat, I have to confront her? Like in the fall of 19th year? 
1586 
1587At the end of October 19th, Tatsuya destroyed the fleet of the Great Asian alliance with the magic of strategic class. Does it mean that he will have to play this role again in the future? 
1588 
1589"Deterrent power is the ability to avoid the threat of becoming a reality. The ability to confront a military threat that has become a reality is a conventional military force, not a deterrent force. The power of deterrence is something that is desirable should not be used. 
1590 
1591But it probably wasn't what Todo wanted. 
1592 
1593You don't understand? 
1594 
1595"It's a shame to admit it, but it is. 
1596 
1597In fact, he didn't fully understand what Todo said. But Tatsuya decided not to speculate, but just to ask the right answer. 
1598 
1599There's nothing complicated for you. It is enough to deter other countries instillinging fear in them. 
1600 
1601 "Understandable ",-mentally agreed Tatsuya. This was roughly the same as the conclusion he came to. 
1602 
1603Apparently, Todo wanted Tatsuya to play the role of the Demon King. But not the king of demons, as in the RPG, which must destroy the hero. And such a transcendental being, like the god of calamities, who's you a cataclysm if you raise your hand. 
1604 
1605"Your Excellency has previously said that it is desirable that deterrent force should not be used. But to scare the enemy, because you need to show their strength?
1606-If there is a need to demonstrate, reuse will be inevitable. I'll leave that decision behind you. 
1607 
1608And it seems that he will not have to choose the remedy. Tatsuya recently wondered whether deterrent force was a necessary evil. 
1609 
1610To change the activity of magicians from military sphere to civil. As a result, that part of the military force, which is piled on the shoulders of magicians, will be reduced. 
1611 
1612Magic is a force that is somehow unrelated to the amount of material resources. The wizards that provide combat power are the aspect that even small countries can confront large countries with many resources. 
1613 
1614If the magicians ' fighting power is not grasped, small countries will likely not be able to confront large countries. Unfortunately, it is easy to predict a future in which the world will plunge into the era of war if the four major world powers notice it and begin to absorb the world. And if the world is again enveloped in the fire of war, the wizards will start using them as weapons. Trying to improve the lives of magicians is a vicious cycle. 
1615 
1616Perhaps to avoid such a future, he will inevitably have to become a deterrent force, replacing the lost fighting power of magicians who have gone into the civil sphere. Tatsuya thought so before he heard this demand todo. 
1617 
1618If Tatsuya becomes a deterrent force, then "Project escapes " — the first step to releasing magicians from fate to be a weapon — will receive not only the tacit approval of Todo, but also his support. Tatsuya had no reason to refuse.
1619 
1620"As Your Excellency wishes. 
1621 
1622Tatsuya expressed his intention to accept the proposal todo indirect expression. 
1623 
1624Are you sure? -For the first time spoke Yakumo, who until now only silently listened to the conversation Tatsuya and Todo. "In this case, you will be lonely. 
1625 
1626I don't mind. 
1627 
1628Tatsuya really needs only one person. If this man is near, he will never feel lonely. The feelings of Tatsuya were arranged in this way. 
1629 
1630And he knew that this man, Miyuki, would never leave him. Even death will not be able to separate Tacuju and Miyuki. Because he won't let that happen. 
1631 
1632Separateness from other people was not for Tatsuya cause for concern. Warning Yakumo not frightened Tacuju. 
1633 
1634The conversation is over. 
1635 
1636It seemed that Yakumo still had something to say. However, Todo forcibly interrupted this belief (for the TODO itself it was an intervention). 
1637 
1638"Your Excellency. Why should I start? 
1639 
1640Tatsuya not going to talk to Yakumo. As he realized that Yakumo was worried about him, he decided to avoid quarrels that could ruin the relationship in the future.
1641 
1642I'm not going to give you any specific instructions. Do what you think you need. 
1643 
1644The words of Todo did not mean the granting of unlimited powers. Vice versa. This meant that TODO would not be responsible, no matter what happened. Responsibility for any problems would fall on Tacuju. 
1645 
1646I accept your offer. "Considering it fair, Tatsuya answered Todo. 
1647 
1648Behind-the-scenes leaders never took responsibility in case of any problems. The burden of guilt has always been on the direct performers. Todo couldn't even mention it. 
1649 
1650Well. In that case, I'll also talk to my friends. It was a useful time. 
1651 
1652Thus Todo notified that the meeting is over. 
1653 
1654-In that case, can I leave you? 
1655 
1656You can go. 
1657 
1658Tatsuya deeply bowed, touching the forehead of the floor, and then stood up. He sat on the bare floor (tatami) from the beginning, the seat cushion (BUD) was not provided. Holding his face down, not to look at the interlocutor down, Tatsuya turned his back to Todo and went out.
1659 
1660Seeing Tacuju to the gate of the temple, Yakumo returned back. Todo waited for him no longer in the posture in which he took Tacuju. Yakumo replaced Todo his cooled tea. Waiting, while Todo drinks tea, Yakumo sat in front of him. 
1661 
1662-And what do you really think about this conversation? 
1663 
1664As a sponsor of the Jocuba family, Todo Aoba had access to detailed information about Tatsuo. It's impossible for Todo not to see this information. He also exhaustively studied the information on Tatsuo from external sources. Yakumo asked about the impression of their real meeting. 
1665 
1666He's more broken than I expected. 
1667 
1668Yakumo counted this answer todo "interesting ". 
1669 
1670Have you been disappointed?
1671 
1672-even if it is broken, it does not mean that it cannot be used. For example, even if the weapon has a broken fuse, the bullet will still fly out if you pull the trigger. 
1673 
1674-it depends on how to use? 
1675 
1676"Although there is a danger. 
1677 
1678Todo looked into Yakumo eyes. This murky white left eye looked directly into the Yakumo soul. 
1679 
1680"It seems that Your Excellency's power of Sight has not acted upon him. 
1681 
1682— ... Forgive me. It was unconscious. 
1683 
1684No, I don't mind. 
1685 
1686Todo Aoba hails from the Charmers family. If the data about his pedigree were true, it was one of the oldest families of supernatural powers in Japan. 
1687 
1688But Yakumo knew that Todo Aoba not be able to make full use of his "eye," because instead of honing his skill as a caster, he chose the way of fulfilling his family's responsibility to control the casters. If he said it was unconscious, it is true, not an excuse. Yakumo easily accepted the apology todo. 
1689 
1690"Like you said, I couldn't look deep into the heart of Jocuby Tatsuya. Jocuba, too, were able to create something interesting. 
1691 
1692-although it happened accidentally, but it is the final "Product ". 
1693 
1694Its response Yakumo paraphrasing the expression used Todo.
1695 
1696Right. "Todo couldn't resist a stretched smile. However, he immediately returned a serious face. Kokonoje Yakumo. I want to ask you something. 
1697 
1698Yes, what is it? 
1699 
1700There was still a light smile on Yakumo's face. 
1701 
1702"In an emergency, will you be able to kill Jocubu Tacuju by your own power?" 
1703 
1704However, having heard the question Todo, Yakumo, as expected, could not continue to smile. 
1705 
1706-Hmm... Based on the experience of the previous test, I would say that the odds of winning are about 60%. If we include the outcome when we knock out each other at the same time *, we will get 70%. 
1707 
1708[The author uses the term from Kendo, which means a draw at simultaneous strikes. As I understand it, yakumo means that an additional 10% will be found if he is trying to tacuju the cost of his own life.] 
1709 
1710Under the previous test, he meant the battle on the stone steps. This wicked joke seems to have had such a hidden meaning. 
1711 
1712-Even with all your skill is 30% chance to leave with nothing? 
1713 
1714Todo was genuinely surprised. But the answer Yakumo not yet finished. 
1715 
1716No, the remaining 30% means my own defeat. The battle between this inept monk and him can not end with escape. 
1717 
1718— ... Are you saying that even you, known as the reincarnation of Casin Koji, can not escape?
1719 
1720-Six months ago I would be able to escape... Yes, and now the odds are just the same 60%. A year later, this inept monk will not be able to do it at all. 
1721 
1722— Even so...? 
1723 
1724Such goggle kind of todo, probably, has not shown to anybody, except Yakumo. Although the fact that Todo gave a slack to Yakumo was also due to the fact that he was really shocked. 
1725 
1726"Judging by the abilities surpassing this inept monk, there is nothing to be surprised about. Among the young people with whom this inept monk is familiar, there is only one person who can resist him. And if you look around the world, these people will not get more than the fingers on two hands. 
1727 
1728— ... Terrible times have come. 
1729 
1730And that's true. ... Your Excellency, another seagull? 
1731 
1732Let. 
1733 
1734Yakumo took a cup from Todo and went to the stove. Skillful movements he quickly brewed tea, and then carelessly suffered the cup back. The old man Todo as carelessly, ignoring the rules of decency, brought the cup to his mouth and slowly drank. 
1735 
1736Thank you for the treat. 
1737 
1738"Don't be grateful. 
1739 
1740Oh, yes. For some reason, only your skills of brewing tea do not improve.
1741 
1742On the arrogant words todo Yakumo answered only the curve of a smile. 
1743 
1744I'll come. 
1745 
1746Todo up. 
1747 
1748I'll take you. "said Yakumo, not getting up. 
1749 
1750You don't have to. "Without turning around," said the old man Todo, and opened the sliding door.
1751 
1752When Tatsuya returned to the villa in Izu from the temple of Kjutjodzi, it was already around 10 o'clock in the evening. As soon as he returned, he went to the background, but he wasn't going to call Maya. Time was already late. He only wanted to convey a short message that "Consent received ", through Hajamu or his assistant Sirakavu. 
1753 
1754— ... Tatsuya-san, did you want something? 
1755 
1756However, on the screen of the background for some reason suddenly appeared immediately Maya. Like she was waiting for a phone call. 
1757 
1758Sorry about late. I just got back from the Kjutjodzi temple. 
1759 
1760He reflexively responded with an uninteresting formal phrase, but Maya did not expect a witty answer from him.
1761 
1762Clear. Good work. Met His Excellency? 
1763 
1764Yes. I got a project permit. 
1765 
1766"clearly..." Maya slightly screwed eyes and looked at the Tacuju looking. — and what was demanded in return? 
1767 
1768Apparently, Maya also thought from the very beginning that in order to get support todo need to give something in return. The fact that she did not tell him in advance meant that she believed that Tatsuya would do it anyway, so there would be no real harm, and you could not worry much. 
1769 
1770"I was asked to act as a deterrent force against other countries. 
1771 
1772— in such a sense, that now, when from Tatsuya-Sana one after another all turned away, it is necessary to declare officially about itself? 
1773 
1774Maya's delusion was the same as that of Tatsuya. That's why it didn't arouse a smile. Tatsuya thought she really believed that. 
1775 
1776No. No need to officially announce now. His Excellency said that he left all decisions to me.
1777 
1778Everything on you? Oh, my... It's a serious responsibility. 
1779 
1780Maya's thoughts were on the same path as Tatsuya. Was it because it has a rational process of thinking, or because Tatsuya in general is very similar to Maya...? These were the experiences that now occur at Tatsuya in the far corner of consciousness. 
1781 
1782— ... In any case, the main thing is that His Excellency's consent has been received. You can hold a press conference without changing the schedule. 
1783 
1784Thank you very much. 
1785 
1786Maya felt relieved after the consent of Todo was received. Tatsuya also felt relieved when he received the promise of Maya. The experiences that will be used by someone seem to be the same at the top and bottom, when there is, in reality, someone else. 
1787 
1788By the way, Tatsuya-san, do you remember the conversation about Mijakidzimu? 
1789 
1790In order to catch the suddenly smenivshejsja topic of conversation, Tatsuya threw away all the superfluous thoughts and concentrated consciousness. 
1791 
1792Is this a conversation that was in the middle of April? When did you say that a new research center would be built on Mijakidzime? 
1793 
1794Yes, that's what I mean. I was thinking of partially changing this plan to draw attention to the plant from the Tatsuya-Sana project. 
1795 
1796Tatsuya couldn't answer quickly. 
1797 
1798"I also discussed it with hajamoj-dignity. I think this is the best place for the Tatsuya-Sana project. How do you like that?
1799 
1800— ... Using the word "attract ", you mean third-party business partners? 
1801 
1802Not showing on the face the feeling of alertness that all this seems too convenient for him, Tatsuya first of all asked a question that seemed harmless. Upon hearing the question, the Maya smiled with a happy expression of the face, as if he were saying, "Well, what he noticed." 
1803 
1804"With the current scale of the project, only our own subsidiaries will suffice to implement it, but I believe that with the prospect of the future it is better to attract third-party assistants from the very beginning. 
1805 
1806In this matter Tatsuya had the same opinion. If you run the factory only with companies associated with Jocuboj, it is highly probable that the magicians involved there will also be only those who are under the patronage of Jocuby. Then it will not be a "release of magicians ", but only "a new project Jocuby ". 
1807 
1808-The area of the island is small, so, even if it becomes a virtual autonomous region, those who will raise from this noise, there is not so much. 
1809With this opinion Tatsuya also agreed. Although the area of 8 square kilometers, in fact, was comparable to a small town, but those who raise the noise of the "Mutant rebellion " or "the Kingdom of Magicians " will be a bit. 
1810 
1811"Well, how do you like that? 
1812 
1813I think I should be grateful. 
1814 
1815-In this case, we begin to perform? 
1816 
1817Yes. I'm counting on you. 
1818 
1819Tatsuya had a vague sense of concern that his plan could be used for some other purpose. But he convinced himself that it is necessary to give priority attention to the promotion of the project.
1820 
1821 
1822CEO "Hokuzan groups ", Kitayama Ushio ( "Business name " — Kitakata Ushio), had a great influence not only in business circles, but also in politics. It was not uncommon for him to hold meetings with the Government, but in most cases, his schedule is adjusted according to the circumstances, even if the schedule is planned in advance. 
1823 
1824But that day, on the last Thursday of May, Kitayama Ushio was quite unexpectedly invited to a luxurious Japanese-style restaurant. 
1825 
1826He canceled all other plans and went to this restaurant because the invited partner was someone he could not ignore. 
1827 
1828Todo Aoba. The circle of people who knew the name of this shadow influential man was limited. Unlike the famous "Traders of influence ", Todo Aoba never openly went on stage. But those who benefited from his name were aware that his abilities were undeniable. 
1829 
1830Fortunately, Ushio never threatened the shadow activity of Todo. However, the founder of a rapidly growing company, which competed with Ushio, lost all his property as a result of underestimated the influence of Todo. He received a long prison term for the ordinary crime, which in normal case could not cause such problems, and was deprived of the right to start a new business. Ushio considered it an obvious demonstration to the rest.
1831 
1832-It is a great honor for me to be invited by you. 
1833 
1834I'm sorry I called you so suddenly. 
1835 
1836Todo Aobe was already 60, and the age of Kitajamy Ushio was in the first half of the fifth ten. Tone Todo was a little rough, but given the age of both, it did not sound unnatural. But the difference in their attitude reflected not the difference in their age, but the difference in the type of influence (political influence and economic power) that they owned. 
1837 
1838First Todo and Ushio killed a little time behind the usual secular conversation. But Todo Aoba, it seems, was not so tactless as to suddenly call one of the country's largest businessmen to just chat. 
1839 
1840He was just worried about the eyes and ears of the waiter serving them. The institutions used by such people as TODO, not only expensive, not only provide tasty food and drinks, but their employees also perfectly observe "the rule of three monkeys " ( "do not look ", "do not listen ", "do not say "). Perhaps the man who survived in the world of wiles and intrigues, simply could not give up the superfluous vigilance. 
1841 
1842"I called you today because..." After all, Todo began to speak when the delicacies and sake on the table were over. — ... That I want you to support the business of a young man. 
1843 
1844-Do you mean to invest in the novice business of this young man? 
1845 
1846Such inquiries were not uncommon for Ushio. But he was interested in it, because such a request was made now personally from Todo.
1847 
1848"And who is this amazing man who has earned the attention of your holiness?" 
1849 
1850You already know this guy. His official name from the family register is Shiba Tatsuya. 
1851 
1852— ... Shiba-kun? "After a long pause, Ushio was able to speak only that. To hear this name from the mouth of Todo was quite unexpected for him. — then this new business is something related to his inventions as silver Taurus? or something related to a thermonuclear reactor? 
1853 
1854Second. Shiba Tatsuya tries to release the wizards from the role of weapons, giving them work to produce energy. 
1855 
1856Realized. I'm in the business. 
1857 
1858This time the answer was immediate. So much so that even todo a little confused. 
1859 
1860Don't you have to think about it? 
1861 
1862Even after this offer, there was no doubt in Ushio. 
1863 
1864"Your Excellency must know that my wife and daughter are also magicians. My wife has been forced to live as a "weapon" for a long time, even though she has now retired. 
1865 
1866Of course, Todo knew about Beni, the wife of Ushio, and his daughter Shizuku. He looked forward to continuing the story.
1867 
1868"But if the war begins, not only my wife, but my daughter will be sent to the battlefield. If it comes to a full-blown war, the wizards, useless in the workplace, can force to become a combat force. I'm afraid of that. 
1869 
1870— but if we talk about the benefits, besides the war, there is still a project, announced by the nearing States. 
1871 
1872Naturally, Todo not really offered to cooperate with "Project Dion ". These words were intended to understand how Ushio is serious in his statement. 
1873 
1874"I don't want to sacrifice my wife and daughter. This is more terrible than forced military use. 
1875 
1876Hou. Why do you think that? 
1877 
1878This question was no longer a test of Ushio, it proceeded from a real curiosity. 
1879 
1880— The essence of the "project Dion "-In the expulsion of the wizards in space. I do not know whether it is the will of America, the intrigue of Edward Clark, or is done for some other reason, but it seems they want to expel Shibu-kun from the earth. But the damage is not the only one. If the project is launched, the involved wizards will no longer be able to live on Earth. The earth will cease to be their home. This is the project. 
1881 
1882The answer Ushio coincided with the conclusion that Tatsuya made. And most likely, Ushio and Tatsuya are not exceptions. Probably, there are many people who came to such conclusions, housholder the veil of fairy tales, enveloping this project.
1883 
1884Right. 
1885 
1886Frankly speaking, Todo also noticed the hidden target of the Dion project. 
1887 
1888-On the other hand, according to the project Sheba Tatsuya, the area where magicians will feel at home will only expand. Energy production is necessary even during wartime. On the contrary, its importance is growing. When the plant Sheba Tatsuya will be included in the state system of power supply, they will not make such nonsense, as throwing magicians on the front, causing a lack of energy. Well thought out. 
1889 
1890and Todo most valued "project escapes " Tatsuya for creating a compromise relationship between the supply of combat power and the supply of energy, which will create a situation when it becomes impossible to use magicians as weapons. 
1891 
1892In terms of national defence, this is an unacceptable situation. But if it only ended on this, it is for this reason Todo would have destroyed the project Tatsuya. 
1893 
1894But Tatsuya agreed to become a deterrent force. 
1895 
1896If the system of energy production with the nucleus in the form of a star reactor spreads to the whole world, other countries will lose the fighting power of magicians, and the relative military power of Japan with a Trump in the form of an explosion of matter will only increase. 
1897 
1898Although it was not yet clear whether someone comparable to Tacuej to be a deterrent force would be born in the next generation, but at that time let it care rulers that time. Since Todo lived in the present, he took responsibility for the present. He has not overestimated himself enough to be responsible for the future.
1899 
1900Agree. 
1901 
1902Ushio not particularly worried about the lack of combat power of magicians. He wasn't a politician. He believed that if there is no magical combat force, it can be compensated by conventional combat force. His company was not engaged in weapons, but if there was such a need to protect the family, he would without any doubt begin to fully join his company in the military industry. 
1903 
1904Could you tell me more about the Sheba-kun project? 
1905 
1906The Tatsuya project corresponded to his interests. Ushio decided to meet him. Usually whenever his family is concerned, his thinking lapsed suspicious. However, in such matters, Todo was not going to deceive him, and this should not be a problem. 
1907 
1908You'll ask him for details. 
1909 
1910But now he could not deny that he overtried in his doubts. 
1911 
1912Really. Sorry for the rudeness. 
1913 
1914Realizing this, Ushio sincerely bowed. Cool his head, he sent his consciousness to what he really had to check out here.
1915 
1916"Your Excellency. I wanted to ask you something. 
1917 
1918What's that? 
1919 
1920-What is the position of the Government regarding its project? 
1921 
1922Now the whole world welcomes "project Dion ". There is no country that has officially taken a young position. He was afraid that the launch of the plan, opposing the "project Dion ", can be regarded as a diplomatic negative phenomenon. Todo Aoba also understood it well. 
1923 
1924"The Japanese government will not intervene. 
1925He clearly made his position clear by saying this.
1926 
1927 
1928 
1929Chapter 4
1930 
1931 
1932 
1933Friday, May 31, 2097 year. 
1934 
1935Since the morning numerous media representatives have rushed to the main office of Four Leaves Technology. 
1936 
1937Needless to say, their goal was a press conference "Taurus silver ". The meeting was to begin at 10 o'clock, but as the crowd of reporters and operators met in front of the building could interfere with traffic and other people's work, the venue was opened earlier, at about 9 o'clock. 
1938 
1939Even traditional large newspapers, usually without interest in the magic industry, organized several groups in the very first rows. Although many of their colleagues hmurilis from such a conceited relationship, but for a third-party observer, these colleagues were no different from the first. 
1940 
1941Their indiscriminate conversations dieded when the staff responsible for communication with the media came to the podium. The reporters, holding their breath, watched the FLT employees perform the last checks of the microphone and lighting. 
1942 
1943The digital clock in the conference room showed 10 hours. The front door of the conference hall opened, and Tatsuya and Ushijama came to the podium. 
1944 
1945
1946 
1947Under the clicks of the shutters Tatsuya stood in front of the microphone. The chairs on the podium were not cooked.
1948 
1949Behind the Tatsuya hung the big screen. There appeared the inscription "Project of the power plant on the basis of stationary magic Star reactor ". 
1950 
1951The conference room was filled with noise. These were voices expressing doubt as to why the presentation of a new business project is taking place. Not paying attention to the confusion of the assembled, the responsible employee announced the beginning of a press conference. 
1952 
1953— I am Shiba Tatsuya, who is responsible for the development of software for the Taurus silver projects. 
1954 
1955"I am ushijama Kinji, and I am responsible for developing the hardware of the silver Taurus projects." 
1956 
1957The noise immediately increased. Media representatives gathered here firmly believed that this young man (although he was still a schoolboy, the appearance of Tatsuya can be expressed by the word "young man ", and not "boy ") in the suit-the real identity of Taurus Silver. But this man in the working jumpsuit also called himself Taurus Silver. In the media camp, chaos began. 
1958 
1959-uh, Taurus Silver is not the name of one developer. 
1960 
1961As the reporters did not follow the questions, Ushijama continued to speak. 
1962 
1963is the name of the development team, consisting of him and me. We have already updated the personal information about the applicants, and you can confirm it at the patent office. 
1964 
1965— ... Why did you deceive people so much? "At last he took a hand," asked one of the women reporters. In fact, they were insensible words, which lacked respect for the interlocutor.
1966 
1967We weren't going to cheat. Often applications for patents are filed under the name of the firm, and even now it is common practice to have the confidentiality of personal information about individual members of the group. 
1968 
1969"N-but Taurus Silver is regarded as a brilliant engineer, who in just 1 year has advanced for 10 years the development of CAD software, and your company did not deny it, right? 
1970 
1971"We have never confirmed excessive estimates like " ingenious engineer "and other things like that. 
1972 
1973The reporters had nothing to answer to this irrefutable answer Tatsuya. 
1974 
1975-The reason for the confidentiality of personal information was that the mole *... CHM, this Shiba is a minor. For the same reason, we refused the interview. "Continued the nervous Ushijama. 
1976 
1977[He almost misspoke, beginning to say, "Young master.] 
1978 
1979The care of minors in the present period was a stable social principle. The media couldn't go straight against it. 
1980 
1981"Does it mean that the mysterious man Nazvavshimsja " The first sage "said in that message, only half was true? -Another reporter delicately changed the subject, asking another question.
1982 
1983"Because Taurus silver " is the name of the team from me and Ushijamy, the message that Taurus silver is me, Shiba Tatsuya, is misinformation. 
1984 
1985Tatsuya changed his first-person address to "Watashi " not to seem polite to this media representative. After all, the content of the answer was a direct attempt to quarrel with him. 
1986 
1987-Misinformation on TV? 
1988 
1989-The news showed information different from the truth. It's called misinformation, isn't it? 
1990 
1991"But the fact that you are Taurus silver is true! 
1992 
1993There was a piercing hysterical scream from another part of the conference room. 
1994 
1995— it was mentioned earlier that Taurus silver is not the name of one person. "Tatsuya turned to this reporter and answered him with a calm but seemingly brazen voice. Objecting voices stopped. 
1996 
1997"However, it is also true that we have caused confusion among people around the world. 
1998 
1999Here Ushijama took advantage of the moment, and the awkward voice of wedged in the conversation. 
2000 
2001-therefore, here and now, we announce the disformation of Taurus Silver. 
2002 
2003The conference room was noisy again. 
2004 
2005— ... What do you mean? 
2006 
2007"It means that we are terminating our activity as Taurus silver. "On this in a sense the brave question Tatsuya returned the obvious answer. 
2008 
2009-Does that mean you're stopping CAD development? -The question came from a reporter from a single publication familiar with the magic industry.
2010 
2011"Ushijama will continue to develop CAD, and I'll do another thing. "said Tatsuya and pointed his hand at the screen behind him. — This is a new case for the organization of supply of Energy for industrial and domestic needs, using a magic star reactor, or in other words a thermonuclear reactor, which works with the magic of gravity control. 
2012 
2013Journalists began to talk indiscriminately within their groups. Tatsuya silently stared at them until the noise died. 
2014 
2015-The design of the installation is not so new. -in returnee to the order of the conference hall there was a voice of Tatsuya. Representatives of the press did not interrupt his questions. 
2016 
2017— the installation is planned to be built on the remote island or on the sea surface. With the help of the power generated by the Magic Star reactor, hydrogen will be produced from the sea water, which will be further sent to the land. We hope that together with the process of hydrogen production, we will contribute to the purification of the marine environment by removing harmful substances from sea water. 
2018 
2019A simple animation appeared on the big screen showing the mechanism of the installation. Comments to the animation said not Tatsuya, and the employee FLT. 
2020 
2021After the animation was finished, the conference room filled up with a loud noise. A correspondent from the industry magazine raised his hand with the interested person. 
2022 
2023— ... Are you not going to send electricity directly from the thermonuclear reactor?
2024 
2025
2026 
2027-I think that many will be concerned about the stability of the Magic Star reactor, so first we decided to build a plant at a sufficient distance from the urban area. Therefore, takinging the loss in the transmission of electricity to the far distance, I designed the scheme of converting it into hydrogen fuel. 
2028 
2029-I think that a significant number of magicians will be needed for the operation of the thermonuclear reactor. 
2030 
2031It was said by a reporter from a publication directly related to magic. 
2032 
2033You're right. The Wizards participating in this project will be transferred to the island or floating base, on which the plant with the presented installation will be located. 
2034 
2035— Are you going to create an independent State of magicians!? 
2036 
2037This question was asked by a reporter from a newspaper that was usually set up to be negative to magic. 
2038 
2039-Because of its peculiarities, the plant will not be able to function with only one magician. The staff will be more composed of Nonmagic engineers. 
2040 
2041— in other words, do you mean that a minority of magicians will rule the majority of ordinary personnel? 
2042 
2043— The plant will be operated in compliance with all laws and regulations. 
2044 
2045Tatsuya could not restrain his habit of fighting against the magicians. However, the answer was said as a textbook, and at the present stage, when there was no specific data, no one could continue to make false accusations.
2046 
2047-How do you respond to the request for participation in the "Dion Project "? 
2048 
2049It was a "cover fire." The question was asked in a provocative voice by a reporter from the same company as the previous asked. 
2050 
2051-Request from the National Scientific agency SSHSA was about the participation of a schoolboy, calling himself Taurus silver. But a little earlier, "Taurus silver " ceased to exist, so I can no longer respond to this request. 
2052 
2053These are empty excuses! "The reporter reflexively shouted in response to the brazen words of Tatsuya. 
2054 
2055Tatsuya and himself considered it empty excuses, so do not embarrassed from this exclamation. 
2056 
2057-Did Mr. Edward Clark from the National Science agency require me to participate? 
2058The objection was also prepared in advance. It was a counterattack that the reporter would not be able to answer, "Yes." 
2059 
2060"But it's obvious that Mr. Clark meant you when he was talking about the Taurus silver. 
2061 
2062However, the reporter still persisted. 
2063 
2064"Is that so?" 
2065 
2066Tatsuya knew what the reporter said was true, but for the rest it was not so obvious. Tatsuya did not answer "Yes " or "no ", he just asked. The reporter was just speculating. So when he was asked, "Is it? ", he had nothing to say. 
2067 
2068"Even if another invitation comes from the Dion project, I won't be able to accept it. The project of the plant with the Magic Star reactor has already moved to the stage of choosing the place of construction. I don't have time to participate in other major projects. -Summed up the Tatsuya.
2069 
2070 
2071Tatsuya press conference was broadcast live on TV. 
2072 
2073Speaking of TV, it was meant not to covering a large area of radio waves. It was a small cable news channel. The target audience of this channel were magicians and people interested in magic. He broadcast various news related to magic, and was also known as the channel, broadcasting absolutely all competitions of the tournament of nine schools, using for this split screen. 
2074 
2075Kudo Minor, who missed school because of ill health, watched this broadcast, sitting on the bed in his room. 
2076 
2077"Tatsuya-san is so amazing..." When the broadcast was over, said Minoru, and sighed. He turned off the TV and went on the bed. In a minor's thoughts whirled the whirlpool of admiration Tacuej.
2078 
2079He also admired the plan of the energy plant with the nucleus in the form of the installation "star reactor " (at the press conference Tatsuya did not use the name "Project escapes "). 
2080 
2081He admired the power with which Tatsuya was able to overcome the pressure of what became an enemy to the world, and used heightened attention to his own purposes. 
2082 
2083Minoru envied Tatsuo to the depths of his soul. 
2084 
2085Tatsuya not give up and freely and unrestrictedly used his wisdom and power to fight the society and the world. 
2086 
2087And he, in comparison with this, only lies on this cramped bed, watching other people's affairs. That's unfortunate. 
2088 
2089Minoru was thinking. That if he only had a healthy body... 
2090 
2091Minoru was sure that he was not inferior to Tatsuo by his mind or magic. This was in no way a self-confidence minor. 
2092 
2093Minoru assessed his abilities after he recognized the ability of Tatsuya. His ability was recognized not only by himself. His grandfather, Kudo Rjecu, always cherished his talent.
2094 
2095Successfully avoiding the bad feeling at the contest of dissertations of last year (although Tatsuya in it and did not participate), Minoru won there victory, beating Isori Kay from the first school and Kichijoji Shinkuro from the third school. 
2096 
2097When he remembered about the thesis contest, in his memory, one after another, the memories of the events that took place less than a month before the contest were revived. 
2098 
2099about how they first fought together the next day, October 7th. 
2100 
2101The next time they met in two weeks, October 20th. 
2102 
2103The next day he bedriddened from the heat and made them uncomfortable. 
2104 
2105October 27th. Having closed the escape route Zhou Gunczinja, he believed that he managed to repay the debt for what he held when he was ill. 
2106 
2107Minoru remembered all that day. After all, for the first time since his birth was someone useful. So Minoru understood it... 
2108 
2109With these memories in memory, Minoru himself did not notice how fell asleep. In his dream he returned that day, October 27, 2096 year. 
2110 
2111
2112 
2113There was a guy in front of Uji Bridge. In a dream, Minoru observed himself by strangers ' eyes. 
2114 
2115On the bonnet of the machine from which he looked, sparks poured.
2116 
2117Right before the engine exploded, he jumped out of the car and looked intently at the minor. 
2118 
2119Minoru realized that Zhou Gunczinem. What the dream looks like on his face. He escaped along the river Uji, in a downward direction. 
2120 
2121Then he was attacked by the suddenly appearing "Girl " with a hairstyle of Kara. Despite the fact that it was a dream, he clearly felt a strong pain. 
2122 
2123These places, these kinds of Minoru should not have known, this experience he should not have experienced. 
2124 
2125Before him appeared Ichijo Masaki, behind him-Tatsuya. 
2126 
2127Maybe he's now in his imagination rebuilding this scene based on reports from that incident? Minoru in cold blood, despite the fact that now he was in a dream. 
2128 
2129The attack Masaki tore from inside the shin of both his legs. This time there was no pain. 
2130 
2131I will not perish. Even if I die, my existence will continue! 
2132 
2133He thought he said it with his voice. Undoubtedly, the one who died, grabbing for such a thought, usually must wander a ghost in the world of the living. Minoru felt such compassion, on personal experience having experienced the last moment of life of Zhou Gunczinja. 
2134 
2135But the dream was not over. Zhou Gunczinja's consciousness continued.
2136 
2137Zhou Gunczin sailed upstream of the Uji River. 
2138 
2139Suddenly the dream came from the face of the very minor. Zhou Gunczinja's ghost was approaching. 
2140 
2141"Become one with me! Zhou Gunczin shouted and flew in a minor, standing on the bridge of Uji. 
2142 
2143The surrounding landscape has disappeared. The bridge also vanished from under the feet. Minoru hung in the air over the river. 
2144 
2145Minoru realized that it was no longer a dream about the events that occurred 7 months ago, but an event that actually happens in the present time. 
2146 
2147Memories of the events of that time somehow brought him here. More than six months later, Minoru realized that the Ghost Zhou Gunczinja drew his attention. 
2148 
2149"Become mine!" 
2150 
2151The fingers of both hands Zhou Gunczinja pierced in his chest. Although it is better to say "plunged ". Something invaded inside him. Although Minoru was aware of this, he was surprisingly calm.
2152 
2153Even for himself it was unexpected that he was not afraid of this "evil spirit " trying to capture him. He didn't have to be afraid because he knew what to do. 
2154 
2155Minoru quickly understood that. Something trying to swallow it was the essence of the same nature as the parasites. 
2156 
2157He was an undisputed genius and the strongest user of the magic of the Kudo family. His brothers and sisters did not realize it. And the father apparently did not admit it. But his grandfather certainly understood it. 
2158 
2159By the age of 16, Minoru had already mastered all the magic of the Kudo family. 
2160 
2161Go away, Ghost. 
2162 
2163Minoru used the attacking magic of psychic intervention. In a dream there was no means of help in a call of magic, but even having no physical body, it did not feel inconvenience in use of magic. 
2164 
2165from "Body " minor, like the wind, burst out a stream of luminous particles, and with the force, like a hurricane, blew "body " Zhou Gunczinja. 
2166 
2167In this world of Dreams minor and Zhou Gunczin now both were in ghost bodies. Their minds existed in the form of ghosts.
2168 
2169It can not be blow psionovym a stream, like "Spell interrupts ", but the magic of mental intervention is possible both to attack and defend. 
2170 
2171Separated's "body " Zhou Gunczinja had no hands. They were immersed in a body in a minor on the wrist, and the submerged part tore off. 
2172 
2173Give me your body. 
2174 
2175Not frightened, Zhou Gunczin again flew in Minoru. 
2176 
2177"Although it's not a usable and naughty body, but I can't give it away. 
2178 
2179Minor has activated the following magic. From emptiness there were lightnings of all colors of a rainbow and have amazed a ghost body Zhou Gunczinja. In this world, magic was called, it was worth thinking about it. Minoru felt freedom compared to the real world. 
2180 
2181"Give it to me... 
2182 
2183The Phantom body of Zhou Gunczinja was now coald in different places, its once graceful appearance was covered with black spots, and the body lacked some parts. 
2184 
2185— ... I'm sorry, Zhou Gunczin. But it's time to finish. 
2186 
2187Minoru owned all the magic of the Kudo family. Including magic, methodology to create a puppet-parasite. Including a binding parasite loyalty spell.
2188 
2189"Obey Me, Ghost. Become my food. 
2190 
2191In minor's hands Zhou Gunczinja and activated the magic of enslaving the spiritual bodies. 
2192 
2193The usual loyalty spell is arranged in such a way that if you comply with certain conditions, compensation is provided. The compensation used in the production of parasites is the supply of parasites necessary for them to Psionami. The condition for this is absolute obedience. In case of disobedience-deprivation already absorbed Psionov and overlapping of a way of submission of new. 
2194The compensation offered by Minoru is the existence within it. And the condition is to be preoccupied. In other words, using the loyalty spell, a minor "ate " The Ghost Zhou Gunczinja. 
2195 
2196— ... Good work. Thank you for your knowledge. 
2197 
2198Minoru felt like the accumulated Zhou Gunczinem "secret knowledge " associated with "Demons " became his own. 
2199 
2200Minoru in his sleep showed "Angel " smile. This smile was undoubtedly like a messenger looking from heaven to earth, beautiful and haughty, devoid humanity.
2201 
2202 
2203Tatsuya expressed his gratitude to Ushijame, who made him a company at a press conference, thanked the staff drafted the venue, and was going to leave the main office. 
2204 
2205He wasn't going to date his father. He had no desire to meet, and his father obviously did not want it either. The assumption of father's feelings was not a mistake. 
2206 
2207Because not subordinate to the father stopped Tacuju, who changed his clothes in the locker room and went to the underground parking, not to get into the network of reporters, spread at the main entrance. He was stopped by a woman calling a member of the Magic Association. 
2208 
2209Is this going to be a long conversation? 
2210 
2211Tatsuya not experienced a magical association of particularly bad feelings. He asked so Carole because he wanted to leave this place soon. He did not underestimate the ability of the sniff press. 
2212 
2213It won't take long. I just need to get your answer... "The employee timidly answered the question of Tatsuya. The Magic Association sent not a man but a young woman to give Tatsuo a better impression. 
2214 
2215But it gave a clear opposite effect. She was frightened by the sight of Tatsuya, as if she had a very meager experience with men (meaning no sexual experience). When a partner has no special tendencies, it is only offend.
2216 
2217But Tatsuo also became awkward, because he had no hobbies like scaring women for fun. 
2218 
2219"In that case, get in the car. 
2220 
2221But when he offered this employee of the Magic Association, it was impossible to fully say that his act was not a manifestation of revenge. 
2222 
2223-Tomorrow afternoon...? 
2224 
2225The request of the Magic Association was that they wanted him to meet in a magical association with Edward Clark, who will arrive in Japan tomorrow. 
2226 
2227Yes! In the afternoon, at any time convenient for Sheba-Sana! 
2228 
2229The employee begged Tacuju a desperate voice. Looking at her condition, it was possible to see not that she is not accustomed to men, but that it is possible to say, it is difficult to talk to men, or she even has androfobiju [fear of men]. 
2230 
2231With what purpose the Magic Association chose such a woman? This was an obvious mistake in choosing roles. 
2232 
2233It's a pretty sudden situation. 
2234 
2235I'm sorry, please! 
2236 
2237The car was an autopilot, but Tatsuya was sitting in a driver seat, according to the rules. And the employee of the association Prizhimalas to the door of the front passenger seat. Tatsuya decided to finish this conversation quickly, but not because of compassion, but because of the irritation of her behavior.
2238 
2239There's nothing to be done. Then tomorrow at 14:00, at the Kanto branch. 
2240 
2241Is it true? 
2242 
2243I can't afford to refuse, can I? 
2244 
2245These words were not an attempt to bargain, but true feelings Tatsuya. 
2246 
2247Though not officially, Edward Clark asked for a meeting as a representative of the SSHSA government. The end of the meeting, he decided in advance, but the refusal to meet could have negative consequences in diplomatic relations. Tatsuya was not so arrogant or so childish as to ignore it. 
2248 
2249-S-S-thank you very much! 
2250 
2251The employee expressed her emotions too exaggerated. Tatsuya was no longer able to tolerate irritation. He stopped the car on the roadside and kicked her out of the association's employee.
2252 
2253 
2254Tatsuya went to the first school. Initially, he planned to go there immediately from the main office of FLT. Although he did not go another road, but he still had the feeling that it took too much time. 
2255 
2256All but the jacket, he changed the school uniform in the locker room FLT. Changing a jacket from a business suit on a long jacket from school uniforms, Tatsuya went not to the classroom, but to the office room. There he told the school staff that he wanted to meet with the director. 
2257 
2258It was almost noon, the lunch break was about to start. Usually, if the student asks to meet with the director at such a time, he will only be reprimanded and will be kicked from the office space. But, as expected, the staff of the first school knew about the situation Tatsuya. In the current situation, not knowing the circumstances would be strange. 
2259 
2260Was the director's schedule accidentally free at that moment, or did he release him when he heard about the visit? Tatsuya got into the director's office very quickly. 
2261 
2262"Thank you very much for taking the time for me, even though I came so suddenly. 
2263 
2264First of all, Tatsuya politely thanked. 
2265 
2266I was watching the broadcast. -the director of Momoyama suddenly moved directly to the case. Did you refuse to participate in the Dion project because you had something on your mind that you told me today? 
2267 
2268But once Momoyama himself asked, Tatsuo was easier to answer. 
2269 
2270Right.
2271 
2272— The project of the power plant with the Magic Star reactor... Don't you have any shorter version of the name? 
2273 
2274— Given the planned location of the plant, it is unofficially called the "Project for the extraction of marine resources and the elimination of harmful substances from the coastal zone of the Pacific ", or abbreviated "Project Escapes" from the first letters of the words from the phrase in English: " Extract both useful and harmful Substances from the Coastal area of the Pacific using Electricity generated by Stellar-generator ". 
2275 
2276Escape? This name cannot be officially used. 
2277 
2278Momoyama quickly realized that this name contains the meaning of "Escape wizards from military use." 
2279 
2280Yes. That is why at the press conference I called it a "project of the power plant based on stationary magic Star reactor ". 
2281 
2282-Hmm... So how far have you been in this project? "asked Momoyama, looking at the Tacuju standing in front of his desk. Standing there, most of the disciples respond with a trembling voice. 
2283 
2284— we have already started the actual implementation. It's not a sham to escape from the Dion project. 
2285 
2286Momoyama really suspected that this was a pretext for not participating in the Dion project. 
2287 
2288— ... I believe you. 
2289 
2290In itself, the word ' believe ' was not a proof of what he really believes with all his heart, but Momoyama still said Tatsuo.
2291 
2292Thank you very much. Although not involved in the "project Dion " I expressed not directly, now the condition of exemption from classes...-Release from classes is not canceled. 
2293 
2294Momoyama interrupted the speech of Tatsuya. 
2295 
2296I guarantee you graduate status. And a recommendation to the University of Magic too. So you should focus on moving the escapes project. 
2297 
2298— ... Are you sure? 
2299 
2300The words of Momojamy sounded to Tatsuya too suspicious. The exemption from the classes originally provided by Tatsuo was done under the pressure of SSHSA to make him participate in the "Dion Project ". Now that Tatsuya officially refused, momojame no longer had to treat him in a special way. 
2301 
2302-I think that "project Dione " has a deep meaning, giving an honorable way of life to magicians. That's why I asked you to participate in it. 
2303 
2304Momoyama implied that his special attitude towards Tatsuo was not only because of the pressure of SSHSA. Tatsuya could not understand whether it was true, or it was to pretend that he succumbed to the pressure of the government.
2305 
2306"But now I felt that your" project escapes "also has a deep meaning, giving the magicians a peaceful way of life. According to my estimation, its social significance is not inferior to the "project Dion ". So I don't think it's necessary to change your attitude. 
2307— ... Thank you very much. 
2308 
2309Even after these explanations Tatsuya did not understand the true motives of Momoyama, but, above all, thanked for the praise and bowed. 
2310 
2311Good luck, try. 
2312 
2313Bowing again in response to words Momoyama, Tatsuya left the director's office.
2314 
2315 
2316When Tatsuya left the director's office, it was still about 10 minutes before the lunch break. He initially planned to return to Izu, but after a short hesitation, he went to the school council room. 
2317 
2318He passed up to the extreme room of the fourth floor, using such a route, not to be seen from the classrooms in which there were now classes. 
2319 
2320His ID card without any problems opened the door. 
2321 
2322Not too long he was absent. Tatsuya did not feel particularly nostalgic, he just took his usual place and turned on the terminal.
2323 
2324He checked the situation with the current affairs. Miyuki and others without much delay promoted the work of the school board. 
2325 
2326Morally to cases that had nothing to do with the work, he did not notice how the lunch break began. 
2327 
2328Miyuki and the rest should come after having lunch. So thought Tatsuya, but contrary to his expectations, Miyuki came very soon. 
2329 
2330"They, no, Tatsuya." 
2331 
2332Tatsuya-san? 
2333 
2334Miyuki was not alone. Both Honoka and non-member of the school Council of Shizuku, and Vtoroklassnicy Izumi, Kasumi and Minami came to the school council room almost simultaneously. 
2335 
2336You can't say we haven't seen each other in a while, right? 
2337 
2338Today is Friday. Last time they met near the gate of the first school on Monday. It is doubtful that the greeting "Not seen for a long time" came up to this occasion. 
2339 
2340and for Miyuki it "long time not seen " was all the more unsuitable, because with it he communicates every evening on a background. 
2341 
2342— ... You came to tell the school about today's press conference? 
2343 
2344Miyuki quickly recovered from the shock and gave an unexpectedly correct guess. 
2345 
2346Right. Did you guess?
2347"Given the press conference, I thought it might be related to her... 
2348 
2349As Miyuki said, she was informed in advance about what will be told at today's press conference. 
2350 
2351Yes. I just talked to the principal. Although I declined to participate in the Dion project, the release from the classes remains in effect. 
2352 
2353"That means how..." What were you going to do here? 
2354 
2355Not only Miyuki, but Honoka was somehow nervous. It seemed that they felt uncomfortable with his presence. Tatsuya had such an impression. In the room of the school council gathered Miyuki, Honoka, Shizuku, Izumi, Kasumi and Minami. All but the first Tatsuya, were girls. Maybe they were going to talk about something girly? 
2356 
2357"No, this is... We were going to see a press conference here, Tatsuya. 
2358 
2359— ... Got it. 
2360 
2361When Tatsuya held a press conference, there were still classes. Conscientious students could not watch it live. 
2362 
2363Miyuki probably recorded the broadcast on the school board's server. The channel associated with the Magic news, for sure, had a contract to broadcast to schools of magic. 
2364 
2365"Then I'll go to the library, call me when you get home. 
2366 
2367Even Tatsuo was ashamed to watch his press conference on TV. As if running away from it, he hurried out of the school council room.
2368 
2369 
2370After school, Tatsuya met with friends in the school cafeteria. Not only with Miyuki and others with whom he met in the school board room, but also with the rest of their regular company. Since he was in the car today, it was impossible to go to a habitual café, located on the way to school. 
2371 
2372The Disciples ' views, directed at them from all sides, were annoying. But today we can make an exception. 
2373 
2374The record of the press conference was reproduced not only in the school board room. At lunchtime, the recording was shown on the big screen in the dining room. Many students watched the recording at their personal information terminals. So everyone was interested. 
2375 
2376Tatsuya, I saw it. 
2377 
2378Naturally, his friends also looked. 
2379 
2380"Join this boob, good job. 
2381 
2382Tatsuya-san, only you could think of that. 
2383 
2384I think it's really amazing. I'd never have thought of that before. 
2385 
2386After Leo was told by Eric, Mizuki and Mikihiko. The reaction was more open among his former classmates than among the school board group.
2387 
2388Perhaps it was because they had no extra emotion. 
2389 
2390— Construction of a plant that generates energy using a star reactor? Tatsuya. And he has no name simpler, like an abbreviation? 
2391 
2392Leo asked about the same as Director Momoyama. Perhaps many have thought about it. 
2393 
2394-There is an unofficial abbreviation "Project escapes ". 
2395 
2396What's the Cape? What is this cut from? 
2397 
2398-Extract both useful and harmful Substances from the Coastal area of the Pacific using Electricity generated by Stellar-generator. E from "Extract ", s from "Substances ", C and A from "Coastal area ", P from "Pacific ", E from "Electricity ", s from "Stellar ". All together-escapes. Translates: "Extraction of both useful and harmful substances from the coastal zone of the Pacific Ocean using the electricity produced by the star reactor." 
2399 
2400-ha-ha... I'm guessing he matches that word. 
2401 
2402Correctly. 
2403 
2404Leo, as usual, decided to show his uncharacteristic wit. 
2405 
2406What away?
2407 
2408From military use. 
2409 
2410Having heard the words of Tatsuya, before that cheerfully smiling Leo made a serious face. 
2411 
2412— ... Even so? 
2413 
2414Leo is a descendant developed as a weapon of magicians with improved bodies. He clearly realized that "escape from military use " is a "Escape from the fate of magicians compelled to be a weapon." 
2415 
2416Not just Leo. Mine, which is also a descendant of the developed as a weapon of magicians with improved bodies, also, of course, understood it. The other members of the company also changed in the face. In particular, the faces of Honoka, Kasumi and Izumi froze. These three were highly likely to have genes that had been modified in the generation of their fathers and grandfathers. 
2417 
2418Yes, that's right. 
2419 
2420Tatsuya did not conceal this intention. Friends and so would understand it, there was no sense to hide.