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Episode 216: The Eve of the Storm (5)
Joseph doubted his ears.
'What did I just hear?'
A transcendent being is an absolute being that influences the world simply by existing.
Especially in the distant past, when transcendent beings or beings of a similar level ran wild, it was a total mess.
Continents burned and cities collapsed.
The blood of the people flowed like rivers, and the corpses piled up like mountains, forming hordes of the undead. The unstoppable power ran wild without control.
The number of casualties was so great that the writer gave up writing about it halfway through.
────If the other Transcendents had not fought back, if everyone had not joined forces, the continent would have been destroyed long ago.
It was the former archbishop's personal opinion, written in his own handwriting about the situation at the time.
The handwriting was full of distorted letters that seemed to tremble in fear. Perhaps because of this, it felt more realistic and was one of the most memorable memories that was engraved strongly in my mind.
Matapju sitting next to Joseph.
He is also one of the transcendent beings with that much power.
'But what do you mean by challenge?'
I don't understand.
No, that is misguided arrogance.
How can a 5th tier wizard handle the magical power of a transcendent being?
There is a very high possibility that he will suffer a mental shock and become permanently disabled. The young wizard must have acted rashly, thinking he was brave when confronted by the Transcendent One.
It must be stopped.
But it was already too late.
“This is the first time I’ve heard of such a request. That’s why I’m very interested. How would you go about it?”
“Please categorize by magic type.”
“Basic magic manipulation. Alright. Let’s do that.”
The brief conversation ended.
There was a tense atmosphere.
Joseph urgently stopped Matapju.
“Now, stop for a moment, Lord Matap! If I do something wrong……”
“Be quiet.”
The top of the tower smiled.
“I’m so happy right now.”
It's a creepy, eerie laugh.
Joseph had never seen Matapju smile like that.
But I do know one thing.
The necromancer is very serious now.
"this……!"
Joseph immediately drew up his divine power and braced himself for the impact.
At that moment, the magic tower released its magical power.
* * *
Those who have transcended and those who have not yet transcended.
There is a line in the world that separates these two.
So-called awakening.
It is a concept that is experienced without exception when reaching transcendence, and it is a kind of qualification that allows one to be certain that one has become a transcendent being.
And one of the things you can gain from that awakening is the status of existence.
A transcendent being who has trained his body reveals his presence by being imbued with energy, a magician who uses magic reveals his presence by being imbued with magical power, and a priest who has faith reveals his presence by being imbued with divine power.
Fear, awe, terror, fainting, etc.
Although it varies from person to person, the influence of rank is powerful. Those who fall below the standard cannot even maintain their sanity.
That is why it is considered absolute.
Crackle. Crackle.
The space screamed.
Physical power is added to the typified magic.
Even though the tower tower is confined to a certain area, the entire meeting room is shaking. The snacks, teacups, tables, and chairs are already smashed and broken.
“Ugh……!”
Joseph withstands the shock with his divine shield.
Berden and Matapju faced each other with him between them.
But it only lasted a moment.
Verden knelt on one knee and placed his hands on the floor. The floor of the reception room split into hundreds of paths.
It's hard to even breathe.
There is no comparison with Edmon.
This isn't even magical power.
He simply activated the magic circuit and released magic power. This was definitely a level that only a transcendent being could achieve.
Even though I activated the magical circuits of my entire body, the resistance itself was colorless. This was the first time I was pushed back so overwhelmingly after achieving a reversal.
'That's why it's valuable.'
Verden has gained quite a bit of experience so far.
He has faced many strong opponents, including Soul Tree, Gluttony's Lupel, the Black Mage, Edmon, the Court Wizard, and Karanth, and has never been defeated when he has given his all.
It's not that I just like it.
That means I've never encountered a being of that level before. It was fortunate that I met a transcendent being during that time.
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The new experience greatly stimulated Verden.
'This is… … .'
Maybe that's why.
A great ripple occurred in the unknown magical power that was dormant in Verden's heart.
The magical power seething within the body is forcibly expanding the magical circuit.
The intense pain that arose, but the more I endured it, the more my lack of power grew, as if I was fighting against the magic of a transcendent being.
Let your instincts take over and go with the flow.
The suffocating pressure still remains.
But as time passed, my consciousness gradually became clearer.
Mental strength is one of Verden's greatest weapons.
I will not yield to anyone. I have vowed to myself over and over again since the rooftop. My resolve remains the same to this day.
It will be like that in the future too.
Kukukukukuku… … !
The waves of magical power centered around Verden were distorted.
The magical power he possesses clashes with the magical power of the Transcendent. The resistance grows stronger and he regains some control over his body. There is no reason to sit back any longer.
Berden slowly stood up from his seat, his hands on his knees.
Joseph opened his eyes wide.
“Oh, that’s ridiculous!”
It is a magical power that contains the status of a transcendent being, unlike any other.
It was impossible for a wizard who couldn't even develop magic to endure. But it was unbelievable that he went beyond enduring and fought back.
Matapju also thought the same as Joseph.
“How is that possible?”
I can't explain it.
The body reconstructed through reverse flow has many parts that even Verden does not know. However, the reason is not important in this place.
Verden parted his lips with difficulty.
“……It’s lacking.”
The magic tower is controlling its power.
What you want is the power of the transcendent. Not a part of it, but your own magic. You need more stimulation to increase your growth rate, which is gradually slowing down.
widely.
Matapju hit the floor with his staff.
“If you want.”
Hwaaaaah!
A magical power of a different dimension than before is surging forward.
The mansion's reception room was in complete disarray, and a powerful presence took its place.
The magic tower gradually increased its magical power.
It must be to see how long he can hold out and to resolve his doubts about Verden.
“……!……!!”
My body feels numb as if it is being stabbed.
Joseph, the innocent victim, leaned against the wall and unleashed his divine power with all his might. It was a power that even the archbishop had difficulty handling.
If it weren't for the unknown magic, Verden would have lost consciousness long ago.
'This is the power of the transcendent.'
It's only now that it's really starting to feel real.
How powerful is the Transcendent One? And how distant and dangerous is the distance between him and the target of his revenge, Bohemirn Matapju and Balok Besias.
but.
‘… … clear.’
I feel like I've reached a realm I had vaguely imagined.
The longed-for goal is shining brightly. The lofty sky that Verden must ascend to and trample on.
We've come this far in less than two years.
What would happen if the same amount of time passed here? No, if even half of that time passed, I would definitely reach a higher level than I am now.
Then suddenly, that thought occurred to me.
'Can't I get it now?'
A wizard's power is proportional to the years.
It's common sense, but looking back, I feel skeptical.
A body without limits.
His innate understanding of magic is genius.
He has the mental strength to endure the hardships and ceaseless efforts, magical knowledge that is no less than that of the magician, and the determination and experience to risk death.
But is it really necessary to endure the passage of time?
'The preparations are already complete.'
My heart is pounding.
My blood and magic boiled with uncontrollable excitement. I felt pain as if my body and magic circuits were being torn apart, but it didn't matter.
I want to become stronger, I want to rise higher.
A strong desire arose.
As if in response, an unknown magical power surged forth.
Verden and Matapju.
A force field was formed between the two different magical forces.
and.
Kwaaaaaaaah!
The meeting room exploded.
* * *
"what……?!"
The mansion began to shake and suddenly an explosive noise erupted.
The Marquis of Esperance sharpened his senses and immediately estimated the location. The epicenter was none other than the reception room.
The space where the Archbishop, the Bishop, and Verden are located.
The Marquis immediately took up his sword.
“Assemble the knights immediately!”
Everyone in the mansion gathered in the reception room.
Kalia, Edmon, Melzard, and everyone else were at full strength. The Marquis ran out himself and pulled open the door to the half-collapsed reception room.
“Are you okay……”
Stopped talking.
The Marquis opened his eyes wide at the strange scene.
"oh my……."
The meeting room was turned into a mess.
Archbishop Joseph was leaning against the wall, sighing. He had no wounds, but his face looked quite tired.
'It doesn't seem like an outside intrusion.'
I turned my head carefully.
Two people facing each other came into view.
Berden was breathing heavily with a tired expression. Matapju was quietly staring at him.
At that moment, Matapju shook his shoulders.
And he laughed.
“Hahahahahahahaha!”
A sound lingered in the ruins.
Matapju, who had stopped laughing soon, walked towards Verden.
“It’s amazing that you dared to oppose my magic power, but you used that experience as an opportunity to grow. And yet, your magic circuits are still intact, not torn to pieces. It’s truly hard to believe.”
“……Thank you, Lord Matap.”
“My name is 'Raindell'. Raindell Nexleon.”
Two people stood close together.
“I’ll ask you one last time. Who are you?”
“The wizard, Asher.”
“……Is that so.”
Linedel put a hand on Verden's shoulder.
As soon as I felt the magic, I heard a voice in my head.
───I hope you reveal your real name next time we meet
“……!”
Transmitting thoughts through magic is a skill of the transcendent.
Verden answered by bowing his head.
Linel asked, immediately taking his hand away.
“Now that you’ve granted my request, there’s only one thing left. So, what deal do you have for me?”
“It’s a magic book.”
Verden took a book out of his space bag.
Like the Golden Bone, this is a book of black magic taken from Viola. It is something that the Dark Warton's magic tower master cannot refuse.
“Hmm, is it specialized in the material category? How much does it cost?”
“I will leave it to the Lord of the Tower.”
Preemptive strike.
That too to the transcendent.
… … bang.
The Marquis dropped his sword.
* * *
Linedel paid for all the repairs to the broken furniture and the meeting room.
To the owner of the magic tower, it was a pitiful sum. Even refusing was rude. The Marquis bowed his head in gratitude.
And so the three-way meeting ended.
Inside the carriage of the Luas Church.
Joseph and Reindell sat diagonally across from each other.
“……It’s been a tiring day. Not only did you suddenly challenge the Lord of the Tower, but you even proposed a deal… What a rare wizard you are.”
“It’s not that it’s rare, it’s that it’s unprecedented.”
“I agree. I have never heard of someone so young and capable of handling the magical powers of a transcendent being. Who on earth is that wizard Asher?”
“I don’t know for now. But I can guarantee you one thing.”
“Huh? What…….”
“A new magical transcendent being will be born soon.”
… … Transcendent?
Joseph was startled and astonished.
“That, that can’t be right……!”
“So remember the wizard, Joseph. Now, excuse me.”
Whoa whoa whoa.
As the magic power rose, shadows swept in.
In the blink of an eye, Linedel, who had escaped from the carriage, stopped in midair. With his back to the sunset, he looked at the royal road.
The first princess who may cause countless deaths.
A mysterious wizard shrouded in the unknown.
Two beings that Linedel looked at closely and was astonished.
Strangely enough, the royal capital that held them was peaceful and quiet.
Like the calm before a storm.
I don't mean to bother you.
I'll just watch from afar.
When that small stream of water becomes the flow of the world.
Because even those who understand death will be given a role.
“I’m really looking forward to it.”
Linel smiled. And was grateful.
That you exist in this rapidly changing era.