Chapter 7

As I was led by Prince Schuel and Taro to the room for the appraisal, I found myself looking around the palace. There were scenes here that I had only ever seen on TV... A castle in the style of medieval Europe, the palace itself was right here. Moreover, it wasn’t cluttered; it exuded elegance. There were no unnecessary furnishings. Only refined items were placed in just the right spots. Even Rina, who knew nothing, couldn’t help but let out a sigh of "Wow."

"By the way, how much can you actually tell from an appraisal?"

Can you see things other than magic and skills? It wouldn’t hurt to know. I don’t think it can reveal something as specific as my measurements, but I’d rather not be embarrassed by unnecessary information being disclosed.

"The appraisal sphere can tell you basic health status, magical aptitude and attributes, and skills. For more detailed information, even with an appraisal spell, it wouldn’t be possible, so you can rest assured," Taro explained kindly.

...An appraisal spell? So there’s a magic for that.

...Hmm? Then, couldn’t you just use magic to see?

"Then, couldn’t you just use magic to see?"

Rina blurted out.

Both of them are busy, so there’s no need to go through the trouble of using the appraisal sphere...

"But, don’t you find it uncomfortable to be seen by someone else?"

Prince Schuel said softly.

"Ah, indeed..."

It feels like being undressed? ...No, that’s not it.

"Also, with other magic, including appraisal magic, there are individual differences. You might see information you don’t want to see, or you might not see it at all," Prince Schuel said with a meaningful chuckle.

...Ah, so you might see things you don’t want to see...

Thank you for your consideration.

...I wonder what Prince Schuel might see. I can’t help but frown.

"It’s okay, I won’t look without permission," Prince Schuel smiled at Rina’s expression.

...Yeah, I trust you, ma’am... Though you’re not a ma’am...

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Creak.

While we were talking, we arrived at a certain door, which Taro slowly opened. Encouraged by Prince Schuel, I stepped inside and felt a chill for a moment. It wasn’t that the room was cold, but I felt a unique coldness on my skin. It wasn’t as dark as the room where I was summoned, but it was still dim.

...This is a waste of space.

At the back of the spacious room, about 30 tatami mats in size, there was a black stone platform in the center. That was the only thing in the room.

...What a luxurious use of space. Is this much space really necessary?

"Rina, please touch the crystal on the platform in front of you," Prince Schuel said, stepping back from the platform.

On the right side of the platform, there was a crystal embedded halfway, which must be the appraisal sphere. In front of it, there was enough space to place a sheet of paper.

I guessed it was for placing or writing something.

"...Um... Will it hurt?"

I’m scared if something like static electricity runs through me.

"It won’t hurt. You might feel a bit warm, though," Prince Schuel chuckled, reassuring me.

"Since it’s your first time... I’ll demonstrate it for you," Taro said, placing his right hand on the appraisal sphere.

As Taro touched the sphere, a soft light enveloped his palm.

On the platform, a faintly glowing pop-up screen appeared.

〈Status〉

Healthy

〈Attributes〉

Light

Darkness

Fire

Water

Wind

Earth

〈Skills〉

Appraisal, etc.

...Wow, this other world is amazing.

What a futuristic, game-like world. My excitement is rising!

...By the way, Taro has so many types of magic?

Eh? Can he use appraisal?

The "etc." means there are more, right?

Rina tried not to show her excitement but couldn’t help but smile.

The contrast with the food in this world is incredible.

"...Ah... But there are no levels," Rina muttered.

I might be reading too many comics and novels, but in such cases, it seems like levels like LV50 would be displayed next to attributes.

"...Levels...?"

Prince Schuel, having heard her mutter, asked curiously.

"Eh? ...Ah, sorry. In the world... where I was from, there are books... that describe such worlds..."

Rina laughed awkwardly to cover up.

If she said it was a world of imagination, she might be seen as a weirdo.

"...I see... It would be convenient to have them, but even at the same level, the outcome can vary depending on skill and magic usage, right?"

Prince Schuel said calmly and continued.

"More importantly, the key is magic power, capacity, and skill."

"Magic power and capacity..."

"For example, even if Rina had 100 magic power, if she lacks the skill to use it, or if her capacity is only 10, it would cause an overload and affect her mind and body... Also, even if you do the same thing, some people can do it, and some can’t, so levels are just a benchmark, I guess."

"...I see."

Rina nodded in agreement.

Indeed, the way levels increase varies from person to person, and there are already differences in talent from the start.

The term "benchmark" felt fitting.

If you could see magic power, you might wonder why you can’t use it even though you have it.

It’s not just about having it; you need the aptitude and skill to use it.

Rina nodded to herself in understanding.