Limit Breaking Genius Mage Chapter 335

Episode 335 Reason (1)

I don't know what kind of life the mayor of Third Mill has lived because I've never seen him.

However, in the will he left behind, his sincerity towards his city and its citizens was clearly felt until the end.

Death can be seen everywhere.

The stories contained in it are truly countless.

The same goes for the market that just died.

Selfishness that sacrifices others for one's own protection is just a common excuse that is rampant in the world.

Yet no one cursed or looked down on the market.

Each for different reasons.

Joseph folded his hands together.

Then he averted his gaze, lowered his head, and touched his forehead and thumb.

“Luas, please save them from their pitiful death.”

Divine power blossoms.

Sparks formed from light flew up and attached themselves to the blood, bones, and flesh left behind by the Third Mill Market.

It's a cold fire.

That's why there was no ash or evaporation. The dead bodies of the market slowly disappeared along with the faint fragments of black magic that remained.

The same was true of the corpse that had just been talking to Joseph and Verden.

The flesh that was once human was now merely controlled by the glory of the corpse.

Joseph opened his eyes.

After he finished praying wholeheartedly, he spoke to Verden and Adrian.

“From now on, we will leave Third Mill and head to the Republic of Beldirn.”

Although there were still five markets left in Kylians, they could not head to other cities to rescue them.

Because it would be quicker for the corpse's glory to take action.

If that bastard lifts even one finger, the markets will be wiped out.

Maybe… … there is a high probability that it has already outlived its usefulness and is dead.

This is the terror of the high curse.

Whatever it was, it would have been wiser and more reasonable to go to the Republic and punish the one who had put the curse on them.

“Asher, and those who do not know this, what will you do?”

The original request was to third mill.

Even if I failed to subdue the glory of the corpse, the request was over.

So, there is a need to make a verbal contract again.

Verden, as lord, answered immediately, not only with his own choice but also with Adrian's.

“The two of us will continue the request.”

“Are you sure?”

“Even if you don’t accept, I think I have no choice but to get involved. Since our destinations overlap.”

“It overlaps…… So that’s why you asked him about the Republic.”

Joseph pulled his chin.

“Then, in exchange for helping Leila, the price you agreed to receive from her must also have something to do with the Republic of Beldirn.”

“I was planning on accompanying you to the Republic after finishing the work at Kylians, as I promised to receive personal assistance. Of course, I will have to ask you separately about the request.”

Well, that's what I said… … but there was no need to force it otherwise. I could have predicted how Leila would respond.

Even if it wasn't a promise to Verden himself in the first place, I'm sure he'd gladly accept the Archbishop's request.

Not only does he need the help of the Luas Church constantly because of the demonic curse on his face, but he is also a renowned high-ranking adventurer… … .

'Because it's also one of the candidates for that ark.'

Furthermore, judging from the personality of Layla that we have seen so far, it seems unlikely that she would just stand by and watch whatever those guys with the glory of corpses do.

Anyway, it was clear that the journey with the Archbishop would continue a little longer.

“It would be great if the three of you could come with us. The direction has been decided to some extent, so it would be best to move quickly.”

In that sense, I have one question I would like to ask.

“But Archbishop, are you really going to use the ship the mayor has prepared?”

A means of transportation that was interfered with by none other than the glory of the corpse.

Not only was it impossible to know what had been done to the ship itself, but even if there had been nothing, it would have been a problem.

Since the route using the Hein River is limited, the route will be clearly visible… … so I will end up volunteering to jump into their hands.

“Of course, I have no intention of doing as he wishes. I have also prepared various means, so you do not have to worry at all about entering the Republic.”

So from the beginning, you had the Republic of Beldirn in mind as well as the Kylians?

'Then I don't have to start from the bottom.'

I'm sure they've sent power to the Republic as well.

I don't think we'll ever move blindly without even the slightest bit of information.

It was the power of the organization.

'I still have more questions, but… … .'

There is no need to get the answer here.

It won't be too late to resolve your doubts after you have some free time.

The most urgent task now was to get out of Third Mill.

Joseph thought the same thing.

“Then let’s go down now.”

Archbishop Joseph took the lead and left the mayor's office.

Behind them, Paladin and Railver, armed and guarding like an iron wall.

Then suddenly Verden turned his head.

The transparent walls stared into the empty market room.

“…….”

Traces of the Third Mill Market, completely obliterated by the sacred flame.

In the empty space he left behind, shattered pieces of tableware, knives and forks are scattered about.

On the table where they had enjoyed their last supper, there was only one bowl stained with oil and sauce.

“Master?”

"……egg plant."

Verden took a step forward, his gaze lifted, and Adrian followed him.

The door finally closes using <telekinesis>.

Kuung.

Silence fell.

* * *

Thanks to the measures the mayor had mentioned, I was able to go outside without being disturbed by anyone.

We return the way we came by carriage.

I drove along the highway, ignoring the empty ships anchored in the Hein River.

And, like in Riverrun, he managed to quietly escape from Third Mill without being mistaken for a market murderer.

'Well, I don't know what will happen later.'

The market has disappeared without a trace, so massive confusion is expected.

Even if we arrested him and issued a warrant for his arrest later… it wouldn't mean much.

By then, they will no longer be around.

I don't know what Joseph will use as his means of transportation… …but the Archbishop had assured me, so I could trust him.

Slowly, slowly.

Carriages pulled by church members race along dirt roads and through the forest.

Even though the road disappeared along the way, we didn't stop. We headed deeper into a place untouched by humans.

Meanwhile, Verden, Adrian, Joseph, and Leila were chatting while riding in the same carriage.

Including sharing with Leila the information I got from Third Mill and the new request.

“I will also accept the Archbishop’s request. No matter what happens, friction with those warlocks is unavoidable.”

As expected, Leila accepted the offer without much hesitation.

“But I have a few questions… Can I ask them?”

“Of course. If there’s anything I can answer, I’ll answer.”

“Did the Luas Church expect from the beginning that the Republic of Beldirn would have the glory of the corpse?

… … !

That was exactly one of the questions Verden was about to ask.

It seems that Leila also had the same question while listening to the story.

'Then… … maybe it's all the same.'

You don't have to ask twice.

Believing that he had relieved himself of the annoyance, Verden listened silently.

Joseph said.

“There are so many complex reasons involved that it would be too long to go into detail. So, to put it simply, the result is… I expected it.”

He readily admitted it.

“Some members of the Luas Church are already preparing within the Republic. In addition, we are monitoring their movements through special assistants invited from outside.”

“If you have a special assistant…?”

“He is not a member of the Luas Church, but he is a very trustworthy person, especially in this regard. You will know him naturally when you meet him.”

I feel trust beyond belief.

‘The Archbishop trusts him so much… … .’

I can't even imagine who it is.

Although Verden was skilled in magical knowledge, he was virtually ignorant of the internal affairs of the Luas Church.

The question moved on to the next one.

“That group called the Glory of the Dead that caused terror in that kingdom and the Kylians… what on earth do they want?”

It's a valid question.

The creation of a group itself means that it has a purpose.

No matter how insignificant it may be.

“As you all know, there are many darknesses in this world that defy understanding. It was so in the past and it is so now. The glory of the corpse is one of them.”

Joseph put his hand on the necklace.

He carefully touched the specially shaped orthodox cross that had undergone many processes.

“Their purpose is a return to the distant past… a time when coexistence with light was rejected and evil black magic was rampant. That is why they deal with ancient curses and seek out forgotten places.”

An ancient curse that hangs over the markets of Kylians.

An ancient ritual site used to summon the Grim Reaper in the Kingdom of Estyria.

It fit perfectly with the purpose of the glory of the corpse that the Archbishop had mentioned.

“You said you summarized it well, but was it a sufficient answer?”

“Yes, of course.”

Leila nodded.

Joseph's explanation was so easy to understand that there was no need to ask again.

And it was the same with Verden.

One of the doubts I had been harboring inside… … just now, Joseph’s answer turned it into certainty.

“Is there anything else you would like to ask?”

“Finally, regarding the means of reaching the Republic…….”

“Oh, I don’t think I need to tell you that.”

Joseph glanced outside.

“You’ll find out when night comes.”

"night……?"

Verden, Leila, Adrian.

None of the three immediately understood what the archbishop was saying.

Soon even the sight of sunset passed.

The carriages stopped in the middle of a dark forest with no light anywhere.

It was at that time that both the knights and priests came out and stood up.

Whoa whoa whoa.

A soft light appeared in the pitch-black sky.

At the same time, something was detected in the sky where nothing had been felt before.

The Berden group all raised their heads at once.

And I witnessed the identity of the Archbishop's hidden means.

"……flying boat?"

A ship filled with divine power, covered in symbols of the Luas religion.

Joseph introduced.

“This is the ‘Lustrous’, one of the flying ships of the Church of Luas, which is only permitted to the seven archbishops.”

What he chose was not the land route or the water route, but the air route.

* * *

The Rustus is a completely different type of flying machine than the average flying machine.

Because it does not use any magic or magic circles, and only uses divine power as fuel.

So what is replacing the power source made of magic stones?

The answer was a holy relic.

Literally a sacred object.

If we interpret this magically, it is translated as a religious artifact.

According to Archbishop Joseph, the foundation of Lustrous is the relics that are naturally charged with divine power and usable.

So, although the activity time is limited… … .

'In other words, it also means that nothing needs to be consumed other than time.'

If you look at just a few, it's close to infinity.

I could truly feel the power of Luasism, one of the world's religions.

'And it's not just about concealment, it's also about being able to move through space using divine power.'

It is an indescribable advantage.

However, the drawbacks were also clear.

One is that using space travel consumes most of the divine power, so it will soon stop working.

Another is that long-distance space travel, let alone intercontinental travel, is impossible.

'Even so, the fact that you can traverse space is astonishing in itself… … .'

I couldn't help but feel that it was a little lacking.

After all, I have personally seen and experienced the facilities of the Ark, the base of the Ark.

Anyway, it was enough that I could easily move to the Republic.

Crunch.

Verden entered the private room.

As the night grew deeper, everyone was resting in their assigned rooms.

Since I was finally given some personal space, I had some free time to read some space magic books.

The moment I took the book out of the subspace… … .

dripping.

Someone knocked on the door.

There was no need to check because it was a familiar sound.

I grabbed the doorknob and turned it with <telekinesis>.

Beyond that was Adrian.

Holding a bottle of alcohol that I had never seen before in one hand.

“My lord, I have brought some good-looking liquor here. Would you like a drink?”

I didn't really plan on doing that.

Since it was my first time seeing this drink, I was a little curious.

“Come in.”

Two people sat facing each other at the dining table on the left side of the private room.

Adrian and Verden.

They took turns filling each other's glasses.

The side dish was replaced with the highest quality beef jerky that was left in the subspace.

Then Verden said,

“So, what do you want to ask me?”

“I wonder why you want to pursue the glory of the corpse.”

Despite the sudden question, Adrian expressed his doubt without showing it.

“I think he said it was because his paths overlapped with theirs.”

“I want to know your true feelings, not the superficial reasons.”

Did you see through my inner thoughts?

Well, it was only natural since it was Adrian.

Well, I had no reason or intention to hide it anyway.

“To put it simply, there are three reasons.

Verden lifted his glass.

first.

“The Luasian religion hides something about the glory of the corpse.”

Questions Leila asked the Archbishop.

There Joseph did not tell everything he knew.