Limit Breaking Genius Mage Chapter 394

Episode 394 Variable (2)

Robelin was not one to let down her guard easily, but it was only a matter of time before she accepted Verden as an ally.

It was a set flow from the moment the name Rayshen was mentioned.

The only people who knew that Rayshen, who had been secretly dispatched to the Central Continent, was currently in Gargant were those inside the Bohemirn Tower.

Robelin frowned.

“……I’ve never heard of any separate manpower being deployed.”

“There’s no way you’d let Lady Robelin go like that. She’s none other than the Bohemian Tower Lord’s beloved fourth disciple.”

Of course, the truth is just the opposite.

While Rayshen objectively judges that Robelin's chances of survival are very high, he wouldn't care much if she died in the labyrinth.

'At most, they are afraid of offending Baloch.'

If he succeeds in finding the dragon's materials and sending them to the Magic Tower, the Magic Tower Lord will not be held responsible for Robelin's death.

The reason Berden could be so sure was because of the informal system created by Baloch.

Behind the Bohemian Tower, which Robelin is unaware of, there exists a distinction between 'outsiders' and 'insiders'.

If there is a compulsory magic circle engraved, it is an internal greeting, and if there is no such restriction, it is an external greeting.

In other words, the former is more important based on the tower.

The latter is a member who makes up the majority of the Magic Tower, and even his death is only used as an external image.

'In that sense, Robelin is an outsider.'

I guess he was assigned a role in the front lines of the Black Hour and contributed to the Bohemian Tower.

Without even knowing it.

By the way, the third disciple and thesis thief, Luked Maniacs, is also an outsider.

'Because Baloch knows who created the theory of multiple continuities.'

However, since he advocated nativism, which places the highest value on hierarchy, he did not announce Verden as the founder of the theory.

Instead, he used Verden as a test subject, exploiting his life and abilities, and promoted Lukerd, who had moderate talent, as a promising prospect in the magical world.

“So the name is.”

“……My name is Alan.”

Verden suppressed his boiling hatred for a moment and answered Robelin's question.

The staff that was swirling with flames has now fallen down at an angle.

As expected, I succeeded in repelling the hostility.

He just kept the momentum going.

“The resources inside the labyrinth are limited, so I think it would be best to move now. Of course, I’ll take care of those two’s belongings first.”

Verden took the initiative and captured useful items.

When I searched the dead man's body, I found a blue potion hidden inside.

Great loot.

Without hesitation, I handed the magic potion over to Robelin. I also added two more of the regular potions I already had.

“……Have I ever asked for loot?”

“Because Lady Robelin is more important than me. And above all, she’s stronger. I apologize if I’ve gone too far.”

In reality, the firepower that Verden can produce right now is far behind the fire magic of Lobelin, who possesses a special trait.

“I will take the lead.”

In the end, Verden, who had handed over the potion, walked away defenselessly, his back turned.

However, it seemed difficult for Robelin to completely shake off her suspicions, so after confirming that the potion was genuine, she followed Verden while keeping some distance.

The expedition route was mostly quiet.

When Robelin occasionally asked about the Bohemian Tower, Verden was completely unfazed and gave her the answers she wanted accurately and concisely.

So what can I do?

Because he knew so much, Robelin's vigilance could only become less and less.

[Ugh… … .]

A few hours after we started our trek, we came across a wounded ogre on a bloody path.

It is not easy to deal with such a large creature in a limited hierarchy. It must have been the same for the other participants. The flesh and blood stains on the ogre's broken club prove it.

“It seems like it would be burdensome to deal with. Would you like to go around to the side?”

“No, rather than just avoiding it, it would be better to put in some effort to get the valuable items. The ogre is injured, too. We have enough firepower, so let’s take it out here.”

Robelin was able to use 3rd tier magic with the staff she obtained from the labyrinth. Based on this, she proposed a method of subjugation that she had devised.

Offensive by magic, vanguard and rearguard.

As soon as Verden understood the plan, the two men immediately took action.

<Fireball>

<Glitch>

Kwaaaaang!

The fireball lands and explodes.

As the wind blew around it, the flames burned more fiercely.

[Grrrrrrrr!!]

The ogre, with extensive damage to one arm, dropped his club as it was engulfed in flames.

'It's on a different level from the existing hierarchical magic. Is this a special trait of Robelin?'

Come to think of it, I've only heard of it, but this was my first time seeing Robelin's skills.

Also going into battle together.

Next, the flames that illuminated the labyrinth were aimed at the ogre's legs. Verden supported her firepower with his crossbow.

However, pouring all your magic power into one battle is a huge loss.

And considering the ogre's toughness and resistance, it was only natural that it would take some time and effort.

Kwung! Boom! Boom!

An ogre runs through the fire.

It was a movement that lost some of its mobility due to the bolt flying off one eye and the burnt leg muscles.

Verden rushed forward and hurled his spear with all his might. With a crack, the metal blade sank into the ogre's knee joint.

Robelin distracted the bastard with precise magic.

Meanwhile, Verden drew his longsword and lunged at the ogre who was lying on the ground.

Suddenly, assumptions that had been made in the past pop up.

What would have happened if I had not been interested in magic, if I had not had a talent for understanding magic, if I had been born with ordinary magical talent, if I had not gotten on the carriage to the magic tower, if I had remained in the orphanage?

Maybe I would have become an adventurer, joined Robelin's party, and traveled the world like everyone else.

Of course, it's a meaningless thought.

This is reality.

That's why Verden had no regrets and no desire to go back.

Quasi-snap.

At the end of the fight, he thrust his blade deeply into the eye of the ogre that had fallen backwards.

The dead man was shattered into a bright light.

In the place where the corpse had been, there were many items that were incomparable to those from the goblin era.

Robelin approached.

“Didn’t I agree to finish it with <Fireball>?”

“I thought this would preserve more magic power…… Excuse me.”

“I’ll let you pass this time, so follow my instructions next time. Don’t act on your own and die for nothing. But I felt it when I was dealing with the previous raiders, but for a wizard, you seem to be too good at close combat… But it’s not like you’re unskilled in elemental magic either.”

“So that’s why Lord Rayshen sent you.”

I had to show off my wizardry, but I ended up unintentionally killing the ogre.

I was so caught up in my thoughts.

Verden gasped and belatedly realized his mistake, and fortunately, Lobelin did not ask any more questions.

Robelin's labyrinth exploration is progressing at a larger pace, and Verden is achieving the original purpose of coming to the labyrinth in real time.

In this way, the companionship of the two people was beneficial to each other.

and.

“Lady Robelin!”

“Phew, how did we finally meet?”

Arril and Hezen, Robelin's close associates, joined the group.

Although there were naturally wary eyes directed at outsiders, there was no friction as Verden revealed his identity and Robelin acknowledged him.

This further increases Robelin's survival rate.

A gap in the wall of the labyrinth.

Hiding inside, Verden created a concealment magic circle.

Using a magic circle in real combat proves that you are an elite wizard. The suspicions of those below Robelin have been further allayed.

I took a break to prepare for the upcoming competition.

Verden was quite satisfied with the way things were going.

That was about a day and a half after the labyrinth had begun.

“……!”

Suddenly, Rayshen summoned Shedgar──Berden directly with [Match].

'What's going on?'

Basically, the spirit body given by Ignacia is completely different in principle from Shadgar's <Illusion>.

You can move remotely by allocating some of your computational power as if you were casting multiple spells without having to concentrate your consciousness.

For now, it would be wiser to respond nimbly to new variables rather than to continue on with the labyrinth as it progresses.

Verden moved the main consciousness in his spirit body to Shadgar's <Illusion>.

* * *

Isabella looked down from the rooftop of a high-rise building in Gargant.

A place connected to the Coliseum.

He stared silently at the seemingly ordinary house, then soon took out an old and strangely shaped dagger from his bosom.

Artifact [Master of Palanhard].

“I wish.”

He recited the incantation softly.

In response to that, [Palaanhard's Master] began to make strange sounds.

“I will give you half of my world and my only window.”

He held the dagger with both hands.

He stretched out his arm and aimed the tip of the sword at his own face.

“Please, give me the power to encompass space.”

Smack, the dagger digs into Isabella's left eye.

Unspeakable pain echoes, but there are no physical wounds.

Within, [the price of Palanhard] melted down into a handful of molten iron.

The only artifact was lost.

At the same time, my left field of vision darkened like the setting sun.

Isabella wiggled her fingertips.

Kukuku… … .

The space shook faintly.

* * *

Rayshen was satisfied with the information about Licentia that Verden had slowly leaked out.

There were no errors that would warrant suspicion, and when I submitted my second report a few hours ago, there was no sign that anything had been noticed.

If all goes according to plan, he will exit Gargant towards the end of the labyrinth.

'But then I got a call out of the blue.'

It's not a welcome situation.

At any time, he is ready to turn back the computational power that is moving Ignacia's mental body and unleash the power of his main body with full force.

If that happens, Verden in the labyrinth will lose consciousness, but since Robelin and her entourage are there, there's no need to worry too much.

The time it takes to resolve the variable itself won't be that long.

Verden then ordered Adrian and Hares to prepare, and immediately entered Rayshen's safe house with Shadgar's <Illusion>.

The immediate escorts, Sarokan and Barkent, solemnly guard their positions.

Among them, Rayshen was holding a short staff in his hand. It was a form I had never seen before, and had a magic circle engraved on its body───

'Forced magic circle?'

Verden was on edge.

The intricate and elaborate shapes that decorate the surface of the cane… … .

Yeah, it's definitely a call.

Even if it wasn't exactly the same, the overall basis was that of a forced magic circle.

Is this by any chance a means to check the life or death of a target engraved with a compulsory magic circle?

Even if I interpret the magic circle a little, it seems to also have a tracking function.

Rayshen stared at the bright light flickering at the tip of the staff.

Then I waved the cane back and forth, but nothing noticeable happened.

“Hmm? That’s really strange. The Master clearly said that it could be activated remotely. Why on earth is there no response?”

“Could it be that Isabella is resisting, as she has done before?”

“Is that so? Tsk, it’s tricky but fun. That thorough execution is something to be missed.”

Isabella.

Resistance to the forced magic circle.

Mention of Raishen's execution, Croden Olentia.

This is unfamiliar information.

Verden quickly began to fit the pieces into a puzzle that was not yet complete.

'So… … the reason Rayshen came to the Central Continent is to catch Isabella, the person Croden missed in the past?'

It's more or less correct.

While Verden was lost in thought, Rayshen sighed and gave instructions.

“There’s no choice. Barkent, you take this and find out where Isabella is. The great Transcendent has issued a ceasefire order throughout Gargant, so do not engage in any combat.”

“Haha, of course.”

“And Shadgar, you follow Barkent from afar and keep an eye on the surrounding area as much as possible. You never know what might happen.”

“Yes, Rayshen.”

Rayshen displayed his characteristic caution.

Verden nodded, but was still wondering how to deal with the new variable.

Isabella… … Of course I have no intention of leaving you alone, but there's nothing I can do right now. It would be better to intervene when Rayshen leaves Gargant.

But everyone here was overlooking it.

That the relationship between hunter and prey is not an absolute proposition.

"……huh?"

The light from the staff disappeared.

It hasn't been that long since it was activated, so it's unlikely that its duration will run out.

At the same time, an unfamiliar noise and violent magic surged inside the safe house.

They all turned their gaze back.

Suddenly, a beautiful woman with dark green hair appeared and glared at them.

A fleeting moment, a flowing silence.

Rayshen opened her eyes wide.

“Are you definitely at the theater?”

Naturally, as the wand was pointed in that direction, the magic circle reacted more and more strongly.

For a moment, her eyes were drawn to the light, and she raised both arms and concentrated her deformed magical power.

“……!!”

Sarokhan and Barkent tried to deal with it, but they could not stop the lucky melody singer who had already rushed in prepared.

Isabella poured all the power she had gained from [Palaanhard's Master] onto the floor.

A purple wave exploding like a volcano.

The twisted space swallowed up the entire area around the building, leaving behind a small crater.

And the connection with Shedgar's <Welcome> that Verden was implementing was lost.

* * *

Verden's body opened its eyes.

I took off the [Projection Crown] as if throwing it away and immediately headed towards Gargant's map.

“Master?”

“Go, Your Majesty?”

There is no time to explain.

The sudden release of <Welcome> is not due to the effect of the magic itself.

It's so far away that it can't be maintained.

Verden recalled the change in spatial coordinates he had sensed in the previous situation.

After calculating this in my head, I pointed to a spot on the map with my finger.

“It’s not far.”

The location has been confirmed.

“There’s a variable. Use the Society’s symbol right now to send a signal to Cain to track Rayshen, and to the reinforcements to drive the target into the ‘Sixth Spider Lair’ once they find it. And Hares, you lead all the forces in Gargant and move to this location to meet up with Cain.”

“……! Yes, Your Majesty.”

Then Verden turned his gaze to Adrian.

“You individually assist the Society in subduing Leishen’s direct escorts and bringing them to me. As long as you don’t kill them, it doesn’t matter if you lose a few limbs.”

“I will see you soon, my lord.”

Even though he had prepared so thoroughly, an unexpected situation occurred… … but Verden showed no particular signs of agitation.

They had already completed a trap that they couldn't escape from, and whether they wanted to or not, Rayshen and his party ended up leaving Gargant.

The ending is decided.

Today, Rayshen dies.