Limit Breaking Genius Mage Chapter 308

Episode 308 Secret Meeting (1)

His right arm was broken into pieces.

Fortunately, the first aid was done well and the natural healing power was fast, so no part was misaligned. However, other parts were the problem.

The nerves in his left arm are swollen, as if he had taken a major blow.

The joints of both legs were the same. They were in a very strained state, no matter what kind of overload they were put under, and there were clear signs of rupture in the muscles all over his body.

Bishop Lena was terrified.

“If this was a normal person, let alone fainting, he would be on the verge of death by now. But to be able to move like this… The pain must be incredible.”

I couldn't say there was no pain.

But it wasn't so much that I couldn't bear it, it was more than bearable.

The cause was being abused as a guinea pig for years.

To be honest, compared to the excruciating pain of that time that is still etched in my memory, it wasn't that great now.

I don't even nod at this, let alone get moved.

It was the same case with Verden.

Of course, Bishop Lena could not have known this fact.

“What on earth were you doing to cause this?”

Verden and Adrian looked at each other.

“Let’s spar a bit…….”

“Huh? Sparring? What on earth did you do…… No, I don’t know who the other person is, but he’s definitely crazy. He’s turned a sane person into rags. Um, I don’t know who that person is, but it would be best not to get involved with that person. It’s best not to get involved with a crazy person, right?”

“…….”

Verden was bitter.

It was inevitable.

There was no other way to subdue Adrian than by doing it roughly like this.

Since I originally planned to break all the limbs, I thought this would be the best outcome… … .

“Your Majesty───”

“So how long does recovery take?”

Just as Adrian was about to refute, Verden struck the player.

“In my opinion, you need to recuperate for at least a month while receiving treatment intermittently. Of course, this is assuming that I, as the bishop, will take care of you. Trauma is trauma, but overall, you need stability of mind and body.”

At least a month.

It took longer than expected, but it was understandable. There was absolutely no reason to leave any aftereffects…

"but!"

Bishop Lena smiled.

“That’s just the normal way.”

“So there is another way?”

“If it wasn’t for that, I wouldn’t have said anything. I may be playful, but I never joke around with someone who’s been hurt.”

She extended both index fingers in a straight line.

“I’ll ask the guardian. Which do you want: the standard treatment or the very luxurious treatment?”

A very luxurious treatment?

“What is the difference?”

“The former is something I take care of through miracles of healing, while the latter is something I work incredible miracles through rituals.”

Bishop Lena lifted her clothes.

There flashed a silver cross with rounded ends.

Adrian reacted.

“That sign is… the superior bishop?”

“That’s correct. Not only that, I was known for having the most divine powers among my peers who completed the upper bishop course. It’s not for nothing that I’ve been sent to a city-state at this age.”

Her pink hair flowed.

“If I use the highest miracle I can use, the external and internal injuries on your body will improve and even be completely cured in a matter of days. However, there are some limitations.”

The disease cannot be cured.

The damaged body will never return. Vital organs such as the heart or brain cannot be healed. Others, etc… … .

“Fortunately, in your case, there are no restrictions at all. Well, you could say you’re lucky, but apart from the restrictions, there is a deadly price that cannot be ignored.”

It was a serious voice, different from before.

What price could this cost? As I listened, Bishop Lena curled her index finger and thumb into a circle.

The circle pointed to Verden.

“This is so damn expensive.”

* * *

The bishop's answer was vulgar.

“It’s really, really hard to use the higher miracles even with consciousness. There are also many restrictions, and I’ve never used them before, so I have to prepare for them. If a person puts in effort, shouldn’t they be compensated appropriately? So please fill up the offering box.”

The eyes of the priest standing behind him flashed.

“Bishop Lena!! I can overlook that light attitude! But! I! Haven’t I repeatedly told you not to make remarks that seem like you’re selling miracles like that!”

“Honestly, it is true that we receive donations in exchange for miracles. It is just a matter of whether we say it indirectly or not. And it is not written in the doctrine that we must do it.”

"still!!"

“The Archbishop won’t be coming, so what does it matter?”

The priest was unable to control his mind due to the direct speech.

‘… … This is my first time seeing a believer like this.’

It seemed as if the idea of priesthood that Verden had built up while living was being shattered.

It wasn't bad though.

It was much better than going around and around and subtly hiding the meaning of the words.

“So how much is it?”

“That’s about it!”

Bishop Lena held up her finger.

Verden, who checked the front seat and estimated the back seat, took out a bundle of cash from the subspace. The donation box rang with a heavy sound.

“Wow, money coming out of thin air? It doesn’t look like a space bag or magic… Is it an artifact?”

“Is there a need to answer?”

“No, I just think you’re incredibly rich! Thanks to you, I’m so blessed… Ahem, no, thank you for donating a considerable amount of money to Luas-sama! Then, shall we start the ritual right away? If we do it now, it’ll probably end by midnight.”

“Didn’t you say there was something to prepare?”

“You have to prepare yourself mentally, right?”

Are you crazy?

Verden turned his gaze.

“What do you want to do?”

“I would like to do it right now, if you would let me.”

So much money was spent on donations.

That's why Adrian wanted to get back to normal condition as soon as possible. The more he hesitated, the more it would get in the way.

“Okay. Then I’ll see you later at the inn.”

“See you later, my lord.”

Soon Verden left the church.

Bishop Lena's eyes lit up with interest.

“Huh, my lord. You have a very good man in your service. Was he a nobleman? Or, judging by his attire, a magician from the Magic Tower?”

“Don’t you dare guess.”

Adrian responded coldly.

He had never been respectful to anyone, past or present, except for Verden and his teacher. He had no intention of doing so.

Whether the opponent is a noble, a bishop, or a king.

“Oh my, you’re so harsh… Oh, but there’s one more side effect I forgot to mention.”

Bishop Lena shivered slightly.

“I’ve never personally experienced this miracle. Those who have experienced it say it hurts a lot. But you seem to be able to tolerate pain very well, so you’ll be okay, right?”

It was an innocent smile.

Adrian clenched his fist silently. Fortunately, he didn't swing it.

* * *

The sun began to set.

Verden was looking out the window in his room.

The Hein River, covered in a bright yellow sunset, with pieces of ice floating in the chilly cold.

Perhaps because it was the most expensive inn in Riverrun, the view outside was quite nice.

'I wonder when it will come.'

The date was set for tomorrow, but no specific time or place was mentioned.

Still, the fact that Leila nodded must have meant that she was going to come. As Verden enjoyed the scenery for a while, he sensed a presence nearby.

'It's not the entrance…'

He quietly raised his gaze.

Then the sound of the attic window opening was heard.

Soon, part of the ceiling opened and Leila landed in the room where Verden was. A slight breeze blew the rising dust outside.

“Oh, thank you.”

“Why are you coming out of there?”

“That’s… I had unavoidable circumstances. If I had to make an excuse, it’s the same reason I couldn’t properly greet you yesterday.”

Knock knock. Leila shook off her armor.

“Anyway, it’s nice to meet you, Asher. But you look a little tired?”

“……When I went to church, there was a tired bishop there.”

“Oh, you mean Bishop Lena.”

“Did you know?”

Leila tapped her helmet.

“Yes. As I said before, in order to relieve the curse within, you need to receive blessings from the church periodically. That’s why I’ve met him a few times… He’s definitely different from other bishops, no, he’s a very unique person. He’s famous even in Riverrun.”

It seems that Bishop Lena is a famous person in the city.

“You still haven’t lifted that curse?”

“Unfortunately, that’s true. I didn’t see the demon or the shadow I was looking for. Do you remember the deal we made before?”

Of course I remember.

───It may be unlikely, but… … If you happen to obtain information about the demon, please send it to the Adventurer’s Guild. Even if it’s something trivial, as long as it’s not widely known, I’ll pay you a reasonable price, whether it’s money or something else.

But no deal was made.

Because I never once got any information about the devil.

“There are no demons at all in the Kingdom of Estiria.”

“Don’t worry about it. I didn’t think I would be able to find a clue so easily and by chance. Well, let’s leave it at that.”

Layla's momentum changed.

Her voice dropped to a low note.

“Wizard Asher. I’ve heard various rumors… but you’ve definitely changed since I saw you in the duchy. To the point where I can’t even dare compare you to before.”

The first thing that caught my eye was the equipment.

The robe and all the accessories… … are completely different from when I used to pour magic on the Soul Tree.

In particular, the unprecedented power was felt in the platinum robe and the strange ring and necklace.

Could it be that they are all artifacts?

But there was something more important than that.

‘… … The atmosphere is on a whole different level.’

I didn't realize it at first.

Now that I've faced it properly, I can understand.

I've increased my acuity and sensitivity, but I can't feel anything.

It was literally non-existent.

It felt like I was facing a vast, calm ocean without a single wave… … Yes, it was similar to when I encountered the elders of the ark.

That was a world of difference.

The gap between them is overwhelming, even though their awakening powers are different.

'I clearly remember you as a 4th-tier wizard… … ?'

Everything that is significantly different from what I remember.

Leila, who was trying to gauge Verden, asked cautiously.

“What on earth happened to make it like this?”

Don't you know about the ancient trials?

Verden thought of the tomb of the Demon King, or rather, the laboratory of the Demon King.

The magic battle with the administrator was a huge factor in being able to achieve the current level.

“Well, there were a lot of things going on.”

It's long if I say it.

There was a lot to hide.

“……I see. I’m curious, but I won’t ask.”

Leila exhaled.

I forced myself to relax my tense body.

“By the way, why did you ask to meet me? And I heard that you acquired Loafra in the Kingdom of Estyria, so why are you in Kylians…?”

It was a question that had many implications.

Verden got straight to the point.

“Leila, I have something to ask you. And a favor to ask you.”

“As an adventurer, or as a member of the ark. Which one do you belong to?”

“The former as an ark, the latter as an adventurer.”

“As an adventurer, I have a favor to ask…….”

Layla nodded, lost in thought for a moment.

“Well, let me just give it a try.”