It's Sudden, But I'm Coming To Another World! I Wish To Live With Peace

Chapter 7: For Now, Let's Try

“Magic that can disturb the souls of the dead? Illiasi! How could you encourage that brat to think like that !? Oh what a pity …"

"Do I look like that person!?"

As they spoke, I thought about the 'That Man', who controls the bandits.

From his words, it seems like an active person behind the scenes, just call this person, “Black Curtain”. [TN: The reason, I will explain at the bottom.]

So, “Black Curtain” was the one who threatened the bandits so as not to let the other group leak information. And even if the bandits were tortured or slaughtered by the knights, they would never divulge any information.

Maya-san is a priest, her job is to heal wounds, and pray for the dead and guide their souls.

Considering this, there must be inhuman magic that is the opposite of that. This was probably the reason their mouths were tightly shut.

That's why, I'm here right now in the church because I think Maya-san will have knowledge of magic with a negative effect on a person or his soul.

“The bandits are afraid of retaliation if they leak information. They are not afraid of execution. My theory is that they are threatened with something Magic that is active for someone even after they die.”

“Hmm, it is true that there is magic that can summon the souls of the dead, but it is one of forbidden magic.”

“As I expected, there is such magic. Is it some sort of black magic that revives the dead?”

“This is not like Resurrection but more to Black Magic. It's just that it's forbidden.”

“... Sounds like magic that everyone might want, right?”

“Don't say that in front of others, okay? In some Kingdoms, just saying that you want it, could be the highest crime that leads to the death penalty.”

Maya-san said it with a serious expression.it was the first time I saw her have such a facial expression.

"Is it dangerous?"

“Ya, because it will bring the worst conclusion.”

"Worst conclusion?"

“In the past, there were people who were revived through Resurrection Magic. And they all become Demon Kings who hate Humans.”

"Demon King…"

...I heard that word when I was talking about the Slime region. As expected, there was a demon king in this world.

“King is an existence that builds the country and guides the people. But the Demon King is an existence that destroys humans and their country.”

“I understand what you want to say. But first, why did the dead become Demon Lords when they were revived?”

“It... I don't know. I've never used it before. But in history, it is said that with Resurrection Magic, the Demon King took many human sacrifices to resurrect. Humans originally did that a few times before finally learning their mistakes.”

Well, just by hearing the word "Devil King", I can understand the danger of such a creature.

After all, the typical image of a Demon King is the enemy of mankind, a crime that takes a lot of casualties and is usually defeated by a hero.

And every time someone was revived, that person became a Demon King.

… Were the bandits afraid they would become Demon Lords? I don't think it's because of that.

“The bandits are afraid of the Resurrection Magic?… No, that's not it. Maya-san, is there any magic that you don't want to use more than this?”

“Hmm... if you want me to say it, something like Necromancy.”

Maya-san said with a very disgusting look.

"From its name, is it magic that manipulates the souls of the dead?"

"It's a magic that forcibly draws the souls of the dead without actually being revived, and you can humiliate them in this world"

“It seems that the difficulty level is lower than Resurrection Magic.”

"That's right. Resurrection Magic is a high-level magic. That is why, magic that disturbs the soul is forbidden.”

That's it, a great way to scare others.

I mean, if you die and are revived to become a Demon King, there must be some people who like that option, but the birth of a Demon King might not be a good thing for 'Black Curtain', after all', who deal with bandit business.

But what about Necromancy? It's like, "If you betray, even if you die, your soul will be dragged and you will suffer more in the future.", that's kind of it.

If so, now I can understand the bandits' words better.

"How are souls called from the dead by Necromancy used?"

“Well, that's taboo. Do you think the human soul will be treated like a living being? It would be used as an offering, or returned to their rotten flesh before making it like a monster. It's really terrible.”

"Do you think they maintain consciousness even in that state?"

“Nak... You actually asked about the difficult thing.”

Maya-san said with sharp eyes, as if trying to judge me.

It's not that I don't understand why he's looking at me like that. From his point of view, there was someone who wanted to know about magic that he hated.

But, to destroy the bandits, there must be no mistake.

“I think this is important information. The thing I want to know is not how to use Necromancy but, the horror.”

“You know.. I used to face and conquer evil witches who use Necromancy magic. That person used Necromancy on the humans he killed, then he inserted their souls into the monster body. In the end, me and my friends decided to exterminate the witch and her monsters.”

“……”

"In the middle of when they were dying, there was a monster that said 'Thank you' to me."

“Thank you so much for telling me.”

Now, I'm sure of one thing. Necromancy is the chain that binds the bandits.

Even if it was wrong and different things, in the end, I was sure it was something similar.

What if, "Black Curtain" had shown the bandits what happened to the bandits who betrayed him? If so, the bandits would choose to die sooner rather than end up like that.

Suddenly I felt an unpleasant look.

"What's up Illias? "

"... You. You look like a Devil.. "

"Yes, you Devil... "

Uh, it seems like I unconsciously showed a bad expression when I thought. My fault.

I should pay attention to this too.

"Maya-san, the bandits who are now in Tiez are mostly from Garne, right?"

"I heard that was the problem."

"Can you find me some information if there's a criminal from Garne who might have some connection to Necromancy?"

"Son, do you think such a person might have something to do with the bandits?"

"I'll ask the bandits for confirmation after this, I'm sure it's not too off this."

"Okay, then I'll go and look."

“Then, I'm sorry.”

Now, I have some materials to do something to the bandits. All that remains is whether I can use it well or not….

I bowed to Maya and left the church.

◇ Illias Viewing Angle ◇

I listened to the young man and Maya without interrupting.

That young man is new in this world. However, he gathered the necessary information and concluded on the Necromancy magic very quickly.

At first, I thought he was smart, but I thought I was wrong.

“Illias, please take care of the child for me.”

"Ah, Sure."

“I think the same thing as what you are thinking right now.”

"That's…"

“The boy was used to hatred and he was serious about the darkness of the world. As well as he had an understanding of such a world.”

Yes, the young man did not realize that he was quickly aware that the enemy might have something to do with Necromancy.

He came up with that thought naturally because he had an understanding of that world.

I heard that there is no magic in his home world, but …

I don't know what kind of world he lives in.

I don't even know what kind of person he is.

When he heard about the forbidden Resurrection Magic, he casually said that everyone must want it.

And even when Maya told him about what kind of ending the person who received the Necromancy Magic had with a tormented face, she nodded without changing her expression.

"But…"

“I know he's not a bad guy. I'm sure of it. But, he was a boy who could get lost easily. What a dangerous boy.”

I nodded and followed the young man from behind.

◇ MC Viewing Angle ◇

“Yeah, I think I should introduce myself first, I'm your new interrogator, and my name is――”

Illustrations

“Shut up! You dick! What do you want from us?!! If you want us to die soon, just kill us!!”

I can't even introduce myself properly. Do I have a pathetic existence.

But now is not the time to get discouraged.

“Kill me, kill me, huh... Are you so afraid of being a victim of Necromancy?”

At the same time I said so, everyone showed a very upset face.

… Okay, now I'm absolutely sure.

"What-what"

“Don't get too thought out, let's continue our conversation first.”

The way the bandits looked at me began to change.

Feelings of hostility, anxiety, and vigilance began to form from the bandits.

Well... I have an understanding of people like them, and I can try to threaten them with fear, But I won't do that because it will be less effective than the "Black Curtain", he said", so then...

“Now, after understanding your situation, I will give you a new offer.”

“New offer? Would if we talked, you'd let us go?

“I can't do that. And even if I had the authority, I wouldn't do it.”

"Then what!?"

"I can change your execution date."

“... Huh!?”

"If you give me any information, I promise you your execution will be carried out after I take care of the Necromancer."

“ What's in it for us !?”

"At least, you can die as humans."

The bandits' expressions changed.

All right, shall we start negotiations?

“This is a negotiation. Negotiation means both sides benefit from it. And in this case, you can die as a human.”

I walked slowly towards them as I explained.

“Alright, let me explain to you about the future development. First of all, if you give any information here, you will get the wrath of "That man". Right?"

First, let the other person realize that they understand the situation.

Then make them realize what the most important point is.

“But you're alive. You will still get daily food and stay in your cells each.”

And then, make them understand that there is another ending for them.

“Sure, you guys will continue in jail until we catch the mastermind. But when we're done with it, you'll be executed. I promise that you will be able to die as humans."

While watching every bandit. I tried to persuade them kindly.

“There is no more torment for you, so you can use the rest of the time you have to reflect on your life.”

“You, I'm not sure if you can do it! And your proposal, do you expect us to believe it!?”

“Well, first of all, there is a chance that you guys could be revived as monsters with Necromancy magic, so there is no benefit for us if we speed up your execution. It would only give the puppeteer more pawns to use. So, wouldn't it be better for all of us to extend your execution?”

"But still! even if we leak information, we will still be executed! This is not about your torture! We have no reason to put ourselves in danger!”

"Yes, yeah!"

Other bandits were also eager to deny this.

Goody.

Until now they were all stubborn in choosing one path and never tried to get off that path.

But what about now? They began to compare the new path with the previous one.

“You have no reason to put yourself in danger? Thas right. But, it seems that you guys really think that your current situation is also harmless, huh?”

"Ap, what!?"

“In addition to getting information from you, do you think we have no other way, or chance, to find something?”

“I, the..”.

“Actually, do you guys think that we happened to find your headquarters? how do you think you were found? have you ever thought of that? 'Someone made a mistake', 'Someone betrayed us', Did such a thought never cross your mind?"

“…..”

“Then, if we are lucky enough to know the existence of the mastermind. What do you think they're all gonna say? 'Someone leaked the information', 'Who betrayed us'…. Well, I wonder who they're gonna think?"

Once they start comparing the paths, the rest is easy.

You just need to lower the value of the path they've chosen.

Once they believe that the path they are taking right now is not as safe as they imagined and with only a small profit, they will probably have the worst ending. It's time for another attack.

“Are you going to believe in the person you are so afraid of? Or will you throw away that trust? It's an option like that."

The bandits looked at each other.

They were shaking.Good, now I just need to deliver the final blow.

“By the way, it's an offer from me, so from tomorrow, for those interested, please prepare the courage. Today, I want you to think about it carefully. That's all."

After that, the seven bandits moved according to the direction of the knights.

From now on, they will be separated into different places.

With this, I completed my first move. Now I can relax for a while.

Huff.. I'm so tired! It was hard to make a presentation while the audience kept staring at me!

Looking back, Illias-san and Grandpa Kara were still there, and they put on faces like someone who had difficulty swallowing the situation.

“You can corner them that way, huh? Son, you might become a great trader in the future. ”

“Do not want, I do not want to live a life full of revenge. It's enough if I can live in peace and safety.”

"But why did you separate them?"

“Only for guarantee only. What if one of them told everyone the safest way, if that happened they could all lie? Then, there will be no betrayal, they can delay their execution and can avoid more interrogation. Even if we can uncover their lies, we will waste more time.”

"I understand. So that's the reason. But, will they provide some information in this way?”

"Maybe not?"

"Huh!? Keep-and-"

“And that's why I have a request for Grandpa Kara. More precisely a request. I'm sorry, but that might be a bad thing ... "

"No problem, just say it."

“Lend me your ear.. WhisPER, WHISPER..”.

“H, hey! Let me hear it too!”

I whispered the last blow I had to do, to Illias-san and Grandpa Kara.

Grandpa Kara closed her eyes and groaned, and Illias-san looked at me with an unbelievable face.

“What kind of man...!!”

Illias-san.

“Really, what a bastard ..”

“This is nothing more than the idea of a coward. However, this is a job that only Grandpa Kara and the Knights can do.”

“I can't pull back to my words. Hmm,... alright, let me be your accomplice.”

“Ugh... Umm.. But.. If for the sake of the people.... There is no other choice...!”.

There are various ways to gain leeway from the other party in the negotiation, but if you have an equal standing, the first thing you need to do is to let the other person understand that there is an advantage to them.

Only by understanding its advantages would one try to accept new things.

Next, be sure to explain the disadvantages of such negotiations. Failure to do this will make others feel distrustful.

If the loss can be understood with a little thought, it is better to tell first, so show your sincerity.

Also, you should give it a final push. Don't forget this.

TN: Written ⁇ (Kuromaku), used in Japan as a Wire Puller, and literally translated as Black Curtain.

ED: Further explanation, Basically, In the English analogy, the protagonist refers as someone who manipulates "Behind the Screen" like "Black Curtain".