Limit Breaking Genius Mage Chapter 206

Episode 206 Change (1)

The Marquis of Esperance's eyes shook violently.

The expression on his face was tense and confused, as if he had recognized something that couldn't be… something that shouldn't be.

An unprecedentedly violent reaction.

Even his closest aide, Edmon, could not help but feel embarrassed.

“Your Majesty? Why all of a sudden…….”

“No way…… No, that’s ridiculous…….”

"dismissal?"

The Marquis kept muttering.

It seemed as if he couldn't hear anything around him. Edmon called him several times, but to no avail.

Finally, Edmon, unable to stand it any longer, released his magic and shouted.

“Your Majesty Reuben!”

… … !

A gust of wind swept through the conference room.

It wasn't a strong wind, but it was enough to stimulate it.

Kuung!

Two knights of the red faith burst into the conference room and searched the room.

Edmon's magical power was detected.

And there was only one danger factor among them. Just as the sharp blade was about to aim at Linus, the Marquis of Esperance, who had regained consciousness, raised his head.

A chaotic atmosphere came into view.

Edmon asked cautiously.

“Your Majesty, are you alright?”

"ah……."

“I, I wonder if there was something wrong with me…….”

“No… No. I guess I got lost in thought without realizing it. I made a fool of myself. You guys should get out.”

“Yes, Your Majesty.”

The articles that took the example have closed.

The conference room became quiet as if nothing had happened.

The Marquis swept back his tangled hair.

He pushed his red hair back and sat down again. The Marquis' eyes were filled with complex emotions.

The head was turned forward.

“There was a brief pause. Let’s continue.”

“Oh, yes.”

“About that blue crystal… is there anything else you know? Even the smallest clue would be appreciated.”

“All I know is that Leonil is concentrating his refined magic into a blue crystal. If you bring a court wizard here, his answer will not be much different from mine.”

I once overheard a conversation between the court magicians.

All he said was that he was curious about the purpose of Leonil and the royal family's experiments, and that he looked forward to the day when the experiments would end and his curiosity would be answered.

“…….”

Libra's reaction is true.

The Marquis frowned slightly.

The experimental process was detailed, but the important part was hidden, so the frustration was revealed.

“I see. But if Leonil decided to close the laboratory, does that mean the experiment is completely over?”

“That… I’m not sure.”

“What does it mean?”

“Leonil used elves and humans as test subjects. The elves were used to destroy their magical resistance with artifacts, and then used to extract refined magical power using a concentrator.”

I already know that.

I heard it from Verden, who saw Karans' memories.

The Marquis' gaze sharpened.

“So, are humans used differently?”

“I know you are a human with a special trait, but at least you have never been used in any of my magical items, Your Majesty.”

“In other words, the elf and human experiments were separated. Maybe there was another purpose besides the blue crystal.”

Laboratory waste disposal.

That doesn't necessarily mean the end of the experiment.

There may be a next step.

In the process, it is possible that the laboratory was disposed of as unnecessary. The reason is to avoid leaving behind even the slightest clue.

'Actually, Asher caught the clue and started tracking it down… … .'

If only it had been a few hours later, Leonie's wishes would have been fulfilled.

If you think about it that way, it wasn't an exaggerated guess.

"then……."

… … The Marquis continued his questioning.

The effect of the Scales of Truth is only to punish what is true or false.

There is a possibility that Linus himself was unaware of the information, so he recalled the memories in more detail and localized form.

'However, there were no significant achievements.'

The interrogation lasted for hours.

The Marquis thought it no longer had any meaning.

“Hmm, I can’t think of anything else to ask right now. So let’s stop here for today. You must be pretty tired too.”

“……Thank you for your consideration.”

“If you have any questions later, I’ll make room for you again. I’ll assign you a room, so stay here for now.”

The Marquis issued an edict expelling guests.

As Linus bowed deeply and stepped out, a servant was waiting. Linus followed him, dragging his tired body.

The sound of footsteps grows distant.

Only two people were left in the conference room. The light that had been flickering on and off the statue of the Lady of the Libra had gone out.

“Haha, I never thought Libra wouldn’t react even once. I didn’t know she would tell the whole truth.”

“You were cooperative.”

“If I had known this would happen, I would have spared the scales of truth. But……”

Edmon's expression became serious.

“The Blue Crystal. Do you have any idea what it is?”

* * *

“…….”

The Marquis was silent.

Hands clasped together.

The Marquis, who had been looking down for a moment, spoke softly.

“I’m not sure, so it’s hard to say. So, I think it’d be better to… talk about it later. I’ll tell you when I have more concrete evidence.”

There is something hidden.

It was plain to Edmon's eyes.

“Understood, Your Majesty.”

But I didn't ask back.

Their relationship was built on loyalty and trust, so I had no doubt that he would tell me when the time came.

“But how about the interview with Asher? And the elf…….”

Compensation according to request.

And the treatment of the elves also had to be addressed. Neither of these were things that could be left unattended for long.

The Marquis rubbed his eyes.

“Let’s put it off until later. I’m tired today, I want to rest alone.”

“Yes, Your Majesty. Oh, by the way, Asher had a request. He said he wanted to speak to Linus alone.”

A one-armed craftsman and a one-man showdown?

'Are you trying to request the creation of a magic item?'

There is no reason to oppose it.

He was a noble guest in the Marquis' household. Even if he was the Marquis's family's main household, he was entitled to a certain degree of freedom.

'And now I don't have the time to worry about such trivial things.'

The Marquis gave his approval immediately.

“I don’t allow it.”

“I will tell Asher so. Then I will take my leave now. Get some rest.”

Bam.

Edmon stepped out.

The knights guarding the conference room also followed him. They followed the Marquis's words that he wanted to rest alone.

… … .

All signs of life around me disappeared.

The Marquis, who had been keeping his mouth shut, closed his eyes.

Heartbeat. Refined magic. Blue.

I listed the characteristics of the blue crystal in my head.

The Marquis' memory holds absolutely nothing.

But it's different if it's someone else's.

If we get information from 'her' memories, we can guess something. In that dream that Edmon cannot access.

'… … It's not certain yet.'

But no matter how hard I try, I can't shake off my anxiety.

It feels like the worst guess will come true. But on the other hand, there is still a sense of relief that it can't be true…

'If it's the mad king, it's possible.'

The king of Estyria is mad.

An incompetent king, intoxicated with great power, seeks to fill his vessel with glory that does not fit his capacity. His madness is indifferent to anyone.

Even if they were my 'family' that I loved.

'I have to say it.'

Three days later, the time comes to meet her in my dreams.

The Marquis must report all the information he has obtained, including the identity of the blue crystal.

but.

‘… … I’m scared.’

Blue crystal.

I can't even imagine how she would react when she hears that… I don't have the confidence to suppress my anger and hatred towards the royal family again.

'I don't have the qualifications to do that in the first place.'

The Marquis laughed at himself.

My hands were shaking slightly. The ticking of the clock sounded slow. It felt as if time had slowed down.

I hope this continues… … .

The Marquis prayed fervently.

* * *

“Whew, as expected from a Marquis, the quality of the food is different.”

Linus lay down on the bed, patting his stomach.

I felt full and warm. I was confident that I would fall asleep if I tried to lose consciousness even a little.

Except my jaw feels sore.

“Damn, my mouth still hurts after explaining for hours. This is why people should live with less words, but I got caught by those damn guys……”

Linus rubbed his jaw with one hand.

He is originally a violent person.

Before I lost my arm, it was standard to just go out and fight whoever the opponent was.

The pride unique to craftsmen. He also had the status of a platinum-rank adventurer, so even nobles couldn't treat him lightly.

Being indifferent to life also played a part.

'Not now, though, when I don't have my right arm.'

I'm afraid of dying.

Because there was something I had to do before I died. I couldn't close my eyes without accomplishing it.

So I gave up my pride.

He readily knelt down for the sake of his life. He learned the respect he had never shown before and treated nobles respectfully. That's how Linus survived.

“What a shitty life.”

When I think back to the past, I feel pain in my missing arm. It was a hallucination.

“Wow, it’s still shit whether you have it or not.”

Linus frowned.

As he caressed my right shoulder with his rough hand, the pain subsided. Perhaps that was why I suddenly felt drowsy and my eyelids slowly closed.

at that time.

Knock knock.

There was a knock.

'Oh, shit, who is that?'

I wiped my saliva and got up.

Surely he wasn't going to ask me about the experiment again… … I thought as I walked away.

“Who are you?”

He opened the door roughly.

He lifted his face, showing that he was tired.

'huh?'

But there was an unexpected person in front of him.

Verden.

He said with a blank expression on his face.

“I'd like to talk.”

“Conversation? I’m sleepy right now…….”

“It will only take a moment.”

Just a moment.

Linus scratched his head.

“I want to hear your business first.”

“I came to request production.”

* * *

Linus and Verden sat down face to face.

The one-armed craftsman, who had gulped down a glass of cold water, leaned back against the chair.

“Haha, a production request? It’s been a long time since I’ve heard of it. The name… was it Asher?”

"okay."

Linus stared into Verden's face.

“Hmm, you don’t even look like you’re 30 years old, but you’re a monster that can kill a court wizard? I’m a genius in my field, but the genius wizards I’ve only heard of have a different face. I really like you.”

Verden is a life saver.

A wizard who has suppressed the court wizard and even blocked space travel. He is even a customer.

Linus was very friendly.

“So. What do you want to make?”

“It’s staff.”

“Staff… why the staff….”

Linus' eyebrows twitched.

'what?'

Is there any problem?

The response is not good. It feels very negative.

Verden asked, tilting his head inwardly.

“Why is that?”

“Oh, I suddenly remembered a bad memory. Actually, I lost my right arm while I was making staff.”

“……Is it an accident?”

“It’s a good thing it was an accident. That damn wizard bastard was going to scream and scream and try to keep my mouth shut… Ah, this isn’t something I should be talking about. Ahem.”

Linus cleared his throat.

“Have you ever heard of the Prophet?”

A prophet?

I have met people who claim that. I met them twice in the duchy, an old man who was reading fortunes with cards and his innocent young granddaughter.

“Actually, a long time ago, I met an old man called the Prophet. He drew a few cards and said that if you got involved with a wizard, you would have a miserable life. At that time, I told him not to talk nonsense and to get lost.”

however.

“Fuck, was it a curse, or was it? Whenever I got involved with a wizard, it usually ended up being a total shithole. I lost my right arm… and recently, I was captured by a court wizard and lived like an animal. How can I not hate wizards?”

Linus was genuinely shuddering.

Every time he spoke about wizards, anger and irritation came out of his voice.

'Is this a refusal of the request?'

Verden rapped on the desk.

To be honest, I was also considering the possibility of being rejected. And I also had a plan to persuade him.

'But it's pure hatred towards wizards.'

I didn't expect this.

It will take some more persuasion to change my mind.

Verden quickly thought about the solution and came up with a plan.

At that, Linus laughed.

“Hey, Asher. But you know what I hate more than wizards?”

“……?”

“Who is meddling in my life and giving advice? I didn’t even listen to my teacher, so how can I listen to a prophet who doesn’t know anything? Besides, this damn life, how much more can it be ruined? And my creed is to repay grudges tenfold and kindnesses in full.”

"then……."

"okay."

Linus held out his hand.

“I will accept the request. Since it is a matter of life and death, I will not charge labor costs. Of course, the client will provide all the materials needed for production. What do you think?”

There is no reason not to accept it.

“Thank you.”

They shook hands with each other.

It was a perfect acceptance.

“By the way, what kind of staff do you want? If you have any drawings or materials, I’d like to see them.”

Always carry the materials with you.

Verden opened the space bag.

As I rummaged around for a moment, a dazzling light filled the room.

A stone filled with rainbow flames. The breath of the elements.

And a magic crystal with an overwhelming blue glow.

The last of the materials taken from the treasure vault of the tower.

Linus swallowed his breath.

His eyes were filled with admiration and amazement.

“What the fuck, my god…….”