That Day, at night

...After spending the entire day with my mother, the frantic, jagged edges of my panic had begun to smooth over. I realized that I didn't necessarily need to be as hasty as I was being.

It hadn't even been twenty-four hours since my memories awakened, yet, I am already planning to ask for a favor from none other than the king of an entire Race. 

Its not surprising though, Nick had been a man drowned in the gray noise of the corporate world. Between the 80-hour work weeks and the relentless pressure to optimize, and then... there is also that incident....

I thought, rolling onto my bed. Normally, when an introvert is left alone in a quiet room, their brain begins to spiral into useless rabbit holes like— geopolitics, ancient history, or the heat death of the universe. I was no different.

But I forced my eyes shut. for now, I have to sleep, after all sleep is important for the developing bio system of children and that is exactly what I am right now, a child with a lot of memory pressure on his brain. 

Yawn... We can think about what to do, tomorrow. 

'Lets go to sleep'

Next Morning, Near the Royal Library.

The morning air was crisp, carrying the scent of dew-covered stone and old parchment. I walked with a purpose that felt entirely new.

"Uh... Your Highness?" Mary asked, her footsteps quickening to keep pace with my stride.

"yes, my dear personal maid Mary" I replied, without looking back.

I had heard that a goodnight can give your brain a good rest and in that rest state the brain organizes the memories and process info.

In fact, Nick used to use this fact during exams. He would dump More than half of his syllabus on his brain, at the night before the college exam and go to sleep quickly. Surprisingly, although it did not work very well, It was not Useless. 

And now after a goodnight rest in this mana-rich world, I don't feel as uncertain and as confused as i did yesterday. My 'Tyler' personality and 'Nick' personalities seem to be more in sync, A perfect blend.

"D-D-Dear?" Mary stammered, her face flushing at the casual endearment.

She cleared her throat quickly, regaining her composure. "Ahem. Your Highness, are we headed to the Royal Library again? I thought you had finished your research yesterday."

"Research is never finished, It only changes phases, Dear Mary" I said, stopping in front of the massive oak doors of the library.

"....i See" Mary replied, Clearly not understanding at all.

I don't know if my father will grant my wishes, so, I might as well start commencing with the plan B, I made, In case he were to refuse.

Its natural for a kid to use and analyse a new toy he gets, to its Limit. 

'My hand hands have been itching to use my skills the moment I got them'. 

Besides, I Am a literal kid, not to mention, any woman on Earth could testify for it that men remain children regardless of their age. Even after becoming a father of four children, a man remains a kid at heart, just with a larger budget and more expensive toys. 

Just For Reference, Nick had a small Hotwheels collection that he cherished, which he bought with his first salary.

 

Childish ? Yes.

Was it wasteful of him ? Also Yes.

Was he satisfied with his Spending ? Absolutely Yes, It was Peak satisfaction. 

So, We reached at the Library and just like before the guards opened the path for us without saying anything.

'Being a library guard must be a special kind of hell' I thought, watching their stony expressions. 

We entered through the door and then, within our vision came a man, we are very much acquainted with.

"Hoho! You're back, Your highness" Librarian John says, acting like an enthusiastic teacher, Who has finally gotten a student who is Actually Interested in what he has to teach.

'since he is a strong mage he might actually make a great teacher. But... aside from that, does this guy also has a presence sensing antenna or Am I unknowingly carrying some kind of pheromone on me ?'

"Hello, Sir John," I said, tilting my head just enough to acknowledge him without losing my poise. "As always, thank you for your stewardship of the library and your warm welcome."

"Always, Highness. It is my duty and my pleasure," he replied.

'Ugh.. I really have these exchange of pleasantries in Noble Society. But gotta do it as a Prince'

"anyways, Today I will be needing your help, Sir john" I got to the main point.

"of course. What do you need ? My hands are always open to help" He replied with enthusiasm, he is like father whose son always refuses to study but today, finally the son decides to study and tell his father to bring the necessary books. 'what's there to be so happy about ?'

"i need you to find me the best books on fundamentals and basics of both Magic and martial art" I told him in a Semi-commanding voice. I know it is not necessary for a six years old like me to watch his tone while talking to a noble. 

But i can not help it. One thing i have learned from Nick's life is that If you are humble or look weak, people will take that as a weakness and stomp on you Just for 'Fun'.

Even if you have a higher status or a stronger background, people will still walk all over you if you do not have a confidence and attitude befitting of your status.

Yes, some people might think that I am a paranoid sadistic Otaku with trust issues and a very negative view of the world. But That's just how people are.

of course, I know a kid like me does not need to show his authority and a kid prince like me does not even have the authority to command a count but....

Is it Childish and immature ? Yes, It is and I know it.

But is it fun? Also yes, It fucking is.

It's like when a Junior, who was always bullied by his senior also starts bullying when he gets his own Juniors.

Quite Villainous, I know, But When have i ever thought of myself as a Heroic, kind, nice and a good guy. Don't Green flag nice guys always gets shitted on in real world ?

And it is exactly because I am a child that i can talk this way. Even If John disliked my tone, he’d just dismiss it as a child's mischief or 'precociousness'. I am taking full advantage of my position.

"Aa you wish, Your Highness" He replied with same enthusiasm. Thankfully, He doesn't look bothered "I will bring the finest primers in the collection. However, if I may..."

"Yes?"

"You are not yet Ten. You haven't had your formal awakening, so you don't know where your true affinity lies. I implore you: even if you are exploring both paths, do not get too attached to either until the System speaks."

Thoughtful of him, I noted. He was warning me about the "Sunk Cost Fallacy" before I even started.

"Do not worry, Sir John. I am merely curious," I replied, smoothing out my expression into one of innocent inquiry.

"Very well. Please, wait in the lobby. I shall return shortly." He turned and shouted over his shoulder, "Fred! Bring tea and refreshments for His Highness!"

"Right away, Master!" a muffled voice answered from the stacks.

'okay now, Lets wait'