Transferred to Another World and Became a Teacher Chapter 52 - Charge

Rox and his two guards, who I had asked to keep things quiet, were waiting outside. For so reason, Shenley and Dean were standing nearby.

"Hmm, it's over… I hope they're still alive," Rox muttered softly.

But I couldn't make it out, so I let it go.

After confirming everyone was looking my way, I asked Rox, "Why are Shenley-san and Dean-kun here?"

"They said they’re waiting for us," Rox answered.

Shenley stepped forward to speak. "I heard that Dean-kun's friend hasn't returned since yesterday, so we waited for Aoi-sensei and Rox-senpai to co back. We thought you might have found so clues…"

Beside her, Dean had a worried expression.

I nodded at them. "We've found so clues. Now, we just need to confirm them."

The two of them nodded in relief.

Then Rox said with a troubled expression, "Are you going to let the Nevis family guide you? The knights still need to interrogate and investigate…"

"Can't you sohow cover it up?"

"Co-cover it up? No, I can't…"

Rox was flustered by my words. From the knights’ perspective, it was understandable that they couldn't overlook this, but it would be troubleso if they arrested them now.

"We don't have ti. It's possible that students from our academy are with other organizations, so we'll have to visit each organization's base one by one and negotiate directly. For that, we need the Nevis family's cooperation."

"… At least wait until after the knights interrogate them…"

I looked directly into his eyes and explained the plan, "If they truly control the dark side of the city, they likely gather information faster than anyone. The news of the attack on the Nevis family will probably spread imdiately. Before the enemy considers the possibility of the Nevis family's betrayal, we'll grab their tails."

Rox's face reddened for so reason, and he averted his gaze. "… A-alright. I'll restrict the information."

Getting his consent, I nodded back.

With the only concern addressed, it was ti to act.

I called Shenley and Dean, then returned to the lab.

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Kalila Nevis worked quickly. As soon as I ntioned wanting to contact other organizations, she imdiately mobilized her subordinates.

While Kalila and I were walking through the back streets of the city, I wondered if her subordinates were aware of our movents.

"… Where are you taking us? If you're planning to escape or trap us…" Rox, following behind, voiced his wariness.

Kalila frowned and glanced back at him. "Don't be ridiculous, prince. I won’t try to rebel at this point. If we prove useful, we might avoid execution."

"… What a brazen thing to say, and even telling us…"

Kalila snorted and shrugged at Rox's exasperation.

After we walked for a while, one of Kalila's subordinates appeared silently, whispered sothing to her, and then left.

"Garone of the White Ash said he wants to et . They're a pretty big group based in the Karvan Kingdom. There will be at least fifty people there."

"… Want to et? What do you an?" Rox asked.

Kalila gave a sarcastic smile. "I told them there's a huge business opportunity, but the knights might move. I'll share the profits, so lend us so people… It's not a lie, right?"

Rox frowned. "That's clearly a lie."

"Just a matter of interpretation." Kalila shrugged.

"So, where is it?" I asked.

Kalila pointed at an alleyway. "I don't know the details, but Garone's subordinates are waiting there. Sorry, but the prince and the knights can't enter."

"… Then I'll go without armor."

"You'll be recognized even with a hood. They'll check your face before guiding you. Just wait, prince."

Denied by Kalila, Rox looked frustrated but couldn't argue and glared at her silently.

I patted Rox lightly on the back, then walked towards Kalila. "It's fine. I'll handle the negotiations. Don't worry."

"… To be honest, I'm more worried about you going overboard…"

"I'll be careful to hold back a bit."

Rox's face grimaced.

Shenley and Dean, who had been quietly following, spoke up.

"I-if it’s us, we're not known by anyone. We'll help you, Aoi-sensei."

"Eh, m- too?"

Shenley had a determined face, but Dean had a desperate look. Their magic skills had improved, but they were not suited for such an intense situation.

"Shenley-san and Dean-kun, please watch the building's entrance with Rox-kun. If there's a fight, we'll be fine. But if they scatter and escape, we might miss so. Please also check for any back doors."

Shenley looked frustrated, realizing her own limitations. Dean looked relieved.

Smiling at them, I walked into the alley with Kalila.

After we walked for a while, two n erged from the shadows.

"You're Kalila Nevis-dono of the Nevis family. Who's the girl next to you?" one of them asked.

Kalila grinned fearlessly and pointed at . "She's the moneymaker. We'll discuss the details with Garone. Lead us."

Her confident words made the n frown but reluctantly nod. "… Follow us."

The n led the way, and Kalila gestured for to follow.

After turning several corners, we entered the narrowest path yet. The stone pavent was replaced with gravel, making crunching sounds under our feet. We reached a dead end with a dark stone wall in front.

"… It's a dead end," Kalila said angrily.

The two n turned around. "We need to ensure safety before you et the boss. First, hand over your weapons. Next, we'll check for any tails."

With a sigh of annoyance, Kalila drew the two curved swords from her back and dropped them at her feet. "Ridiculous. I'm the one who’s here. Just surround with more people to prevent any trouble. Have your brains turned to ash?"

At her complaints, the n clicked their tongues and approached. "Even though the Nevis family is a small group, you have been granted territory. We don't underestimate you, especially you, Kalila. We've heard your fighting skills are outstanding."

He turned to . "Little woman, hand over your weapon."

I showed my palms. "I have no weapons, no sword or staff."

Then I spun around once.

"… Seems true."

"Alright, let's et the boss."

Imdiately after, we heard the sound of stone grinding behind us.

I turned around and saw five burly n. Two seed to be beastkin.

"This way," one of the five n said while roughly kicking aside the gravel.

What appeared was sothing resembling a small iron lid.

"The boss is waiting underground."