mtl008 Chapter 852 - 852
Chapter 852 - 852
My name is Kazuma Satou, a reincarnated individual.I was supposed to receive a powerful cheat from the goddess, build a harem in this other world, and live a life of luxury—but reality is just utterly messed up!
When facing the goddess who receives reincarnated individuals, I was mocked as a "shut-in" and a "NEET." Perfectly provoked by her taunts, I ended up choosing the goddess herself as my cheat and brought her along to this other world.
I'm sure many people would think, "Bringing a goddess to another world? That's like playing on easy mode, right?"
She's a goddess, after all—a deity! Surely, she could easily help me become the protagonist of a light novel, right?
But unfortunately, this goddess is an idiot!
Not only is she completely useless, but she often gets me into situations that make me suffer like hell!
And as if one wasn't enough, I have three such troublemakers around me!
It's because I can't get rid of them that I've been living such a miserable life. Otherwise, I would've long been living a blissful, carefree life using the knowledge from my previous world!
That's the preface.
A few days ago, a major event occurred in Axel, the beginner village where we live. A massive mechanical fortress called the "Destroyer" went on a random rampage and approached the vicinity of Axel.
To protect the village I've grown to love, I courageously persuaded the troublemakers who wanted to flee and decided to confront the fortress head-on. In the end, with boldness and careful planning, I resolutely had Wiz use her "Random Teleport" skill to teleport away the fortress's energy core, successfully saving the town!
This achievement instantly turned me into the town's savior, and after receiving a bounty of hundreds of millions, I suddenly became rich!
Just as I thought I could finally live the noble life I've always dreamed of, terrible news arrived.
"Arrest him!"
A prosecutor from the royal capital, a woman named Sena with black stockings and a large bust, brought an arrest warrant and charged me with treason!
Just when I had started living the life of a wealthy man, just when I had pledged allegiance to a boss who could traverse anime worlds, before I could even properly enjoy this wonderful second life, my otherworldly existence faced a major crisis!
...
On the outskirts of Axel, there was a very spacious open-air courtroom. Its construction somewhat resembled modern courtrooms, likely another creation of reincarnated individuals.
At that moment, Kazuma Satou stood in the defendant's position, shoulders slumped and face ashen.
In front of him was Prosecutor Sena.
Sitting lazily in the chair on the left was the plaintiff—a plump-looking middle-aged man, adorned with gold and silver, undoubtedly a corrupt noble!
Kazuma thought bitterly, filled with resentment toward the wealthy, and couldn't help but shoot a jealous glare in his direction.
"Kazuma! I believe in you—you're definitely not the kind of person who commits crimes!"
"That's right, Kazuma. Even though you're cunning, deceitful, lecherous, and cowardly, I... I'm still willing to defend you!"
"Kazuma, you can't die! If you die, who's going to cover my debts for me!"
From the seats behind him came the voices of his defenders, cheering him on.
Looking back, there stood a chuuni loli in standard mage attire, a perverted knight in full armor, and a blue-haired idiot goddess.
"Darkness, you hesitated when you said you'd defend me earlier! And Aqua, you're just counting on me to pay off your debts, aren't you!"
Kazuma Satou's anger surged from the depths of his heart as he furiously lashed out at his defenders.
"Only Megumin actually believes in me..."
"Um, I do believe you! After all, you don't have that kind of courage!"
The chuuni loli guiltily averted her gaze, feeling somewhat sorry for betraying her companion's trust.
Kazuma Satou choked on the spot, nearly having a heart attack.
See? These are my three useless teammates!
"Order! This trial is now in session. Please refrain from speaking without the judge's permission!"
The judge at the highest seat warningly tapped his gavel.
The judicial process in this other world was quite simple.
First, the prosecutor would gather evidence, then there would be a confrontation in court. The defendant and defenders could plead their case, and finally, the side with reason would prevail.
But conversely, since they were already in court, it meant the prosecutor had already gathered substantial evidence!
"I am prosecutor Sena. I will now list the crimes of adventurer Kazuma Satou."
The prosecutor was a woman in her twenties with an impressive figure. Her black pantyhose was quite eye-catching, and she wore glasses that gave off an intellectual vibe, yet also seemed somewhat unapproachable.
She took out an exquisitely crafted bell and placed it on the judge's desk before beginning to list the charges.
"Several days ago, when Axel town was attacked by the mobile fortress Destroyer, adventurer Kazuma Satou instructed Miss Wiz to use random teleportation magic to send away the energy core, stating 'If anything goes wrong, I'll take responsibility.' Is that correct?"
"There were reasons for that!"
"Defendant, be quiet! This is not your time to speak! Calling witness - Miss Wiz from the item shop!"
Before Kazuma Satou could defend himself properly, Sena bluntly reprimanded him.
Soon, a brown-haired beauty in purple mage robes entered the courtroom.
"What the prosecutor said is basically correct, but at that time it was to—"
"Thank you for your testimony, Miss Wiz. You may leave now."
With Wiz wearing an expression of frustration at being cut off mid-sentence, Sena dismissed her.
"This fully proves that it was under Kazuma Satou's instructions that Lord Alderp's mansion was destroyed!"
"Wait a moment, I was the one who used the magic!"
Wiz quickly spoke up to claim responsibility.
"But Kazuma Satou stated at the time that he would bear all consequences. Therefore, Miss Wiz was merely the executor, not the instigator. Is that incorrect?"
"That's basically true, but that was to—"
"That's enough."
Sena interrupted Wiz once again.
"Defendant, do you have anything to say?"
She looked at Kazuma Satou with a strictly businesslike attitude.
"I did it to save the adventurers and citizens! In the first place, who could have known the random teleportation would send the energy core directly to the lord's mansion! I'm innocent and willing to provide compensation, so please let me go!"
Kazuma Satou seized the opportunity to speak and poured out all his thoughts at once.
Sena glanced at the small bell on the judge's desk.
Seeing that the bell made no sound, her expression softened slightly.
"The lie detector isn't reacting, which means you're telling the truth—but the laws of the Belzerg Kingdom clearly state that random teleportation magic is forbidden. Why would you knowingly break the law?"
"Who knew there was such a law! I've only been here for two months!"
"Hmm... that also seems to be true."
The bell remained silent, and Seina nodded in acknowledgment.
So, Kazuma Satou's actions were merely a desperate measure in an emergency, and he hadn't been aware of the kingdom's laws. His intentions were good.