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MahoYaku Masterpost & Translator's Notes

CHAPTER 1

Akira: We've arrived at the Eastern tower. Today I'd like the Eastern wizards to head to Blanchett Castle.

Faust: ...Blanchett Castle? So Heath's home?

Heathcliff: Yes.... Apparently, they can hear a voice calling my name in the middle of the night....

Nero: Well, that's creepy... But if we go to the castle, won't we have to greet your parents and all?

Heathcliff: Yes.... My parents kind of really want to meet you, or... They want to thank you for taking care of me all the time, but....

Faust & Nero: ................

Heathcliff: Um, if you don't want to, you don't have to greet my parents.....

Faust: .....We can't do that. If we visit the lord's castle and conceal our presence, we'd just make your parents more concerned.

Nero: But won't they be worried if they see that guys like us are taking care of their precious son....?

Faust: Good point.......

Shino: What are you mumbling on about? Don't be scared. Master and Mistress are both wonderful people. Faust, Nero, I'll introduce both of you.
While I'm at it, I'll solve the mystery behind the voice calling Heath's name. Don't worry.

Heathcliff: You're always so strong-willed.... Oh, right, Sir Sage.
If you have time, please take a look at the workshop within Blanchett castle.

Akira: The castle workshop?

Heathcliff: Yes. The craftsmen in the workshop create clockwork objects. You can also try your hand at putting together some machinery.
As a beginner, you might not be successful. But when it all goes well, you get a fantastic sense of achievement, and it keeps you going for a long time.

Akira: Putting together machinery—I see.

Heathcliff: Then let's head off.


CHAPTER 2

Akira: So this is Blanchett Castle.... It's a fantastical old castle, the kind you see in stories.

Heathcliff: Blanchett Castle has a long history. It was actually built earlier than Granvelle Castle in Central....

Faust: It's a profound castle; you can really feel the depth of its history. It's known for having the first drawbridge in the world, and for its clockwork citadel and weapons.

Akira: Clockwork...? I thought the West was more famous for its machinery.

Nero: That's only in recent times, since Murr invented the magical science devices. The East's automaton clocks have always been famous.

Heathcliff: Blanchett has a vast forest, and there were many skilled craftsmen who were good at performing detailed work. Ah.... That clocktower is going to move soon.

(Clocktower rings)

Akira: Woah...! The door opened, and a band emerged.... Those aren't humans—they’re dolls, right?

Shino: Yeah. Their movements are as elaborate as those of humans, right? I thought they were moving them with magic the first time I saw them. It really is clockwork.

Akira: Amazing. I wonder what it's like on the inside....

Heathcliff: The basic shape is a camshaft build — the same as clocks. Um, it's a wind-up type....

Shino: If you let Heath talk about this, he'll go on forever. Let's go greet Master and Mistress first.

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Heathcliff: Sigh... They finally let us go.... I'm sorry. We were just supposed to ask about our job, but my parents....

Akira: No no, not at all.


Option: Dinner was delicious.

Heathcliff: I'm glad you liked it. I told them I'd be bringing the greatest chef ever, so the head chef really put some effort into the meal.

Nero: Greatest chef ever.... Wait, do you mean me? That's undue praise. I'm nothing like that.

Shino: Haha, you're blushing.

Nero: I'm not blushing....


Option: You have lovely parents.

Akira: You have lovely parents. Both your father and mother were young and beautiful.... and refined and kind.....

Shino: Heh. Of course.

Faust: You looked happier than anyone else, Shino. But, well... I can see why Shino loves them so much. For humans, they're good people.

Heathcliff: Haha.... Thank you.


Option: I was glad I got to hear about your childhood.

Akira: I was glad I got to hear about your childhood. They even showed us your handprint from when you were a baby....

Heathcliff: I'm so embarrassed.... I can't believe they brought that out and showed it to Sir Sage and everyone.....

Nero: The portrait from your childhood was also cute.

Faust: The first picture you ever drew was also very good.

Shino: And your favorite horse doll was....

Heathcliff: ....I'm seriously embarrassed......


CHAPTER 3

Akira: Your parents and everyone in this castle love you so much, Heath. I could sense the love radiating from them.

Heathcliff: ....You're right..... Everyone is so good to me..... To the point where it doesn't suit me....

Akira: Heath....?

Heathcliff: Ah... Sorry, it's gotten late. Before we start our investigation, I'll have them prepare rooms for you to sleep in.

(Door closes)

Akira: ....I wonder what's wrong. He looked down.

Shino: Hmph.... He's always like that. He's happy when Master and Mistress dote on him, but immediately after, he looks all depressed.

Nero: I can kind of understand that.... When someone amazing or admirable loves you, treasures you, and treats you with kindness, you feel suffocated.
You wonder, am I really worthy.... You even begin to feel guilty, as if you're deceiving them. ...Even though you get mad if people treat you with disrespect.

Faust: I see... If you're a wizard, it's even more likely that those who treasure you will get dragged into scandals, after all.

Shino: You guys get so hung up on the little things. Heath, Nero, Faust, you're all my favorites. So be proud of yourselves.

Nero: Ah, yes sir......

Faust: Haha.... Shino, your steadfastness will one day save Heath.

???: .....Heathcliff.....

???: Heathcliff......

Shino: ....! .........A voice calling for Heath.....

Faust: It came from inside this room.... Around that desk.

???: ....Heathcliff.....

Shino: Show yourself!
.....! This is....


CHAPTER 4

Heathcliff: This is what was calling my name....?

Shino: Yeah. It's a music box doll that was tucked away inside the desk. It’s made so that when you play music, the ballerina dances.

Akira: Do you recognize this....?

Heathcliff: ....It's a music box I made when I was a child.... Because I admired the clockwork dolls on the castle's clock tower.....

Nero: So you made this! Wow, you're really skilled.... You've used such nice jewels and decorated it so delicately....

Shino: I thought it looked familiar. You showed this to me once when we were little.

Heathcliff: ...To think that this sort of incident would occur with a music box I made.... Did I curse it subconsciously.....
Because.... I'm a wizard....

Music Box Ballerina: ....Heath.... ....Heathcliff.....

Faust: .....I sense no malice. Heath, try responding. Maybe it wants to tell you something.

Heathcliff: ........
....I am Heathcliff. Why do you call my name...?

Music Box Ballerina: Heathcliff.... Please remove the beautiful pearl from my tiara....
And remove the shining sapphire from the belt of my dress as well......

Heathcliff: ....Did you not like them?

Music Box Ballerina: No. I am unworthy of these wonderful jewels. Please rip them off of me.

Heathcliff: .....I can't.... I worked hard for a whole year to make you. That's why I wanted to decorate you extra beautifully.....
I just wanted to decorate you with wonderful things.... because I loved you.

Music Box Ballerina: No. I am but a mere doll.... I do not deserve to be loved by a beautiful and kind young noble like yourself....
Please destroy me and burn me in the fireplace.

Heathcliff: ..............


CHAPTER 5

Shino: ...It's been listening to the voice of your heart. You feel guilty for being loved by Master and the others; you tell yourself that it's wrong for them to treasure you like this.
That's why this doll copied your thoughts, and wants to be turned to ashes.

Heathcliff: ...No way.....

Shino: Tell her that you love her. Praise her; say that she's deserving of any and every jewel.
Just as we always do to you. Say that she's wonderful and irreplaceable. Tell that to her — and to yourself, as well!

Heathcliff: ...........
....Please don't say such sad things. You are beautiful. The pearl and the sapphire both look lovely on you.
I worked so hard to make you.... And when you were finished, I felt so proud. You're not just any old doll.....
You're my precious memory, and a treasure that I worked hard on. I love you.....
<< Repsevaivulp Sonus >>

Akira: Ah... the music box lit up.....

Faust: And the strange presence also disappeared.....

Nero: It won't call your name anymore. Aren't you glad, Heath? Heath....?

Heath nods timidly. His breath sounds like he's holding back his tears as he gently clutches the music box to his chest.
It's as if Heathcliff — who can’t grasp how to love himself — is trying to gently and awkwardly save his own soul as well.

Heathcliff: ....I love you so much.


CHAPTER 6

Heathcliff: Sir Sage, everyone, thank you for your help last night. Thanks to you, we solved the incident.

Akira: I'm glad. Heathcliff, your parents were also so happy....

Shino: Master and Mistress invited us to lunch.

Faust: Dinner and breakfast were both full course meals. I don't think I can even drink another cup of tea.....

Heathcliff: I'm sorry... They really want to welcome you.....

Shino: Hey, at least let us push our stomachs. Don't put Master and Mistress' kindness to waste. We still have time. Come on.

Nero: ..... Then I guess I will.....

Heathcliff: Sorry, guys.....

Nero: Don't apologize. Both we and your parents are giddy because we all love you.
So please, be happy too. It's okay to do what makes you happy.

Heathcliff: Ah... then.... can we delay lunch, and I'll take you guys around the castle before that?

Faust: That would be helpful.

Akira: Wow! I want to see!

Heathcliff: Got it! Then I'll guide you around. First, regarding the mechanics of this automaton fountain….

Shino: This is going to get long.

Faust: Haha. Hey, this is fine, once in a while.

Bubbling with smiles, Heathcliff looks like a ballerina on a music box, carefreely dancing to the music with outstretched arms and legs.


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