Limit Breaking Genius Mage Chapter 488

Episode 488 The Mastermind

The Hammer of the Incision, Gharun, was centered around two magic swords pioneered by Verden when creating Interis.

Endless infinity.

The final destruction.

The two opposing forces are interpreted as the end and the beginning respectively.

The end of order, Interis.

It is not an exaggeration to say that it is an adjective that means to destroy the existing order and establish a new order.

In theory, you gain the power to actually implement the phenomenon that makes it possible.

As soon as I put the word “Interis” into my mouth, changes began to occur.

A dazzlingly sparkling blue orb.

The moment he was engulfed in that intense blue-gray light───the output restrictions of Verden's magical circuit were completely lifted.

Kugugugugugugugugugugugugugugu!

Infinite magical power bursting from Verden's heart took over space via Interis.

They fought fiercely, pushing back the black flame of Dahit Westroel from the front.

Even after such a fierce battle, it could not be said that the magical power deeply embedded in Verden had diminished.

Just as the sea is inexhaustible.

However, the reason Verden was tired was simply because he could not handle magic power endlessly.

Even if it is the body of a transcendent being, it is by no means invincible.

"what."

Even Dahit, who was not very emotional, could not help but be shocked by the sight before his eyes.

“That staff… just like the robe, it’s no ordinary item. It clearly falls outside the category of ancient artifacts. Could it be the legacy of the first Dark Lord?”

It was only half right.

“No, this staff is an artifact made just for me. Just like your gloves.”

Verden breathed silently.

Even with a gentle breath, the space covered in magic shook.

Dahit narrowed his eyes.

“So, what are you planning to do with that ridiculous amount of magical power? It looks like you’re having trouble even moving your magical power, let alone using magic. And the recoil will be considerable. Can you kill me as your last resort?”

“Killing you was never my intention in the first place. At least not right now.”

“So that means you’re at least confident that you can subdue me.”

Dark Moon laughed.

It was a display of extreme alertness, not complacency.

“Okay, then let’s take a look.”

Dahit clapped his hands strongly.

At the same time, all the flows in the surrounding area slowed down and stopped.

The color drained from his body.

Super magic.

<Annihilation>

───!

A whirlwind of chaos rose up around Dahit and spread in an instant.

The world is filled with dark flames.

A pitch-black wave spreads like a tidal wave, wiping out everything in the world, including the bridge, in an instant.

A torrent of flames rapidly filled the empty space, rushing in from all directions and trapping Verden.

Although it is blocked by infinite magical power, its purpose is not to simply cancel it out.

'indeed.'

The retreat was blocked.

There is no place to run.

Dahit watched carefully to see if his opponent would resist by casting super magic or if there was some other means.

That was when.

“Dahit Wesroel, once you showed up here, I never thought you’d be able to get away with it. I thought it would all come down to one of two things.”

Verden held the Interis in one hand and slowly tilted it.

“Either one dies, or we all perish… I choose the latter.”

See small losses and make big gains.

I gave up on that idea.

Efficiency was abandoned and only results were considered important.

“I'll give you a leg up.”

Verden looked straight at Dahit.

“I’ll take the leg too.”

It was a kind of metaphor.

I realized that taking the bone instead of giving it away was the best and most effective solution.

Next, Verden's will to open <Infinity> by switching magic began to be imbued with endless magic power.

'As Dahit said, it is absolutely impossible for me to completely change this amount of magical power into magic.'

Just as the towers cannot utilize their power source in any way other than power.

For that reason, the original activation of Intelis was a countermeasure against the secret means such as the unknown artifacts that Dahit possessed.

It is used to temporarily release infinite magical power to repel and block all external factors that affect Verden.

It was literally the most powerful protective shield.

'But… …what would happen if I simply poured all my magical power into one place. For example, on an opponent?'

I'm not talking about sealing.

It is a brutal idea to directly push boundless magical power into the opponent and overload the magical circuits inside their body.

According to the laws of magic, it is impossible to forcibly give magic to a creature that normally has resistance and influence it.

However, Verden's magic power is as pure as the World Tree… … and its total amount has reached a point where it can ignore laws.

'There are no exceptions even for transcendent beings.'

This was a certainty.

An intense light that had never been seen before emanated from Verden's eyes. Following his gaze, the unrestricted magic power stirred.

<Close sea level>

Hwaaaaaaaaaaah!

All the magical power that had been protecting Verden passed through the flames of <annihilation> and rushed wildly towards Dahit.

Dahit's pupils dilated.

'You said you would destroy each other, but you're going to ignore the power of super magic? You're even crazier than Ignacia!'

But it was so decisive that there was no way to stop it.

It's too late to avoid it.

Even if you do that, you must first dispel the super magic.

That can't be.

The die has already been cast.

Unprecedented pressure that approaches in an instant.

Dahit felt an unpleasant illusion, as if the dark abyss at the bottom of the blue sea was rushing towards him.

The moment it finally touches your body.

'for a moment.'

A sense of foreboding suddenly appeared.

This infinite and pure power.

I clearly remember the feeling of encountering an ocean of magical power.

'Yes, this is the power source of the Diamun Tower… …!'

The thought did not continue to the end.

───Kwak …

As the tidal wave of destruction swept over Verden, the abyss of magical power engulfed Dahit.

* * *

As planned, we've secured the [Eternal Hourglass], so there's no need to go to the main hall.

Now, if you go outside with Verden, it's over.

'But did the owner notice?'

Maybe he was so focused on fighting Dahit that he didn't notice it.

If so, there is only one way.

After somehow dealing with the three executives, we head straight to help Verden.

The moment Adrian and Isabella made that decision, their eyes sparkled with murderous intent, and an overwhelming aftereffect of magical power was felt.

“……?!!”

Everyone's attention was focused outside the door.

A force that could not be ignored was influencing the world.

The depths of the great hall are shaking violently.

It was a powerful earthquake that made everyone lose their sense of balance. Soon, a huge wave of shock struck and crushed everyone.

“This is, super magic…!”

As Karindin stumbled and shuddered, a sound of cutting through the air was heard.

Something is coming.

Not long after that, the Transcendent One appeared.

Verden.

He rushed forward at extreme speed, caught Molobas at the entrance of the room, and swung his Interis.

<Hyeonrae – Gyeongcheon>

Pah, pah, pah, pah!

Molobas was hit directly without being able to put up a proper resistance and was destroyed, slammed into the wall.

It was a powerful blow that could damage the deep structure in one fell swoop.

and.

<Arcane──Strike>

“Ugh?!”

“Gyaaaah!”

Suddenly, a crimson shockwave was unleashed, blowing Karindin and Levana away.

“Haa. Haa, haa……!”

Verden gasped in pain.

Not only was the Demon King's robe badly damaged, but blood was also oozing from his eyes and ears.

He was covered in wounds.

[Hourglass. Secured.]

Instead of asking after her well-being, Alpha showed her the [Eternal Hourglass] that he was embracing with his remaining left arm.

“Well done.”

<Gate>

Verden immediately opened a portal to space behind Adrian, Isabella, and Alpha.

'this……!'

But unlike usual, the waves of <Gate> are shaking unstably.

Could it be that [Einver]'s function has been impaired due to exposure to a great shock?

Spatial coordinates are distorted.

There was no way to know where it would fall like this… … but since even the minimum safety of the coordinates was not destroyed, it would not crash into the ground or sink into the deep sea.

There is no choice.

“Come on in……!”

dump.

Suddenly, Verden fell to one knee. The strength in his grip gave out and Interis fell to the floor.

My body doesn't move.

No voice came out.

It seems that relying on [Einver] to directly withstand the super magic was reckless.

“Ugh……! Close the door!”

Karindin, who did not lose consciousness despite Verden's ambush, activated the second control of the Great Hall with his voice.

Kookung.

The heavy door that had been fixed above began to accelerate due to gravity and fell towards Verden, who was right at the edge of the entrance.

Just before I was about to be crushed, two people came running at full speed.

Kwaaaaang!

Isabella blocked the huge falling door with her bare strength, bracing herself with her shoulders and knees on the floor.

“That, that monster……!”

“Take her! Hurry up!!”

Meanwhile, Adrian supported Verden and ran with Interis in one hand.

Interis did not object, as if he knew that he was saving his master.

As Alpha looked at Isabella with one eye, she shouted again.

“Go in first!!!”

[check.]

In this way, Verden, Adrian, and Alpha holding the [Eternal Hourglass] entered the <Gate> together.

Isabella barely managed to shake off the weight of the door and jumped up, casting <Flight>.

That moment.

<Amcheon (陰穿)>

A sense of ominousness that makes your heart sink.

A jet-black beam of light penetrated the door and rushed towards Isabella's back, or more precisely, towards the direction of the <gate>.

'Too fast!'

If that were to go in, if someone were to get hit directly by it, they might die.

Phew.

Isabella reflexively applied the brakes and guarded the front of the <gate>.

A dark flash before my eyes.

Could it be because I'm extremely nervous?

Time seemed to pass slowly.

Even with her own resilience, she wasn't sure if she would survive if her heart or head were pierced by pitch-black flames.

Yet he took it upon himself to be a shield.

But there was someone else who took on that role.

“Don’t overdo it.”

“Huh……?!”

Suddenly, a hand came out of the <Gate>, pulling Isabella and pushing her across the space.

Adrian, who appeared in her place, fired at top speed.

Oh my god!

The sword of the demon, Cedence's blade and Dahit's black flame clashed. An instinctive sense of crisis that made it seem as if one's senses were being paralyzed or even disappearing.

Adrian did not back down.

Instead, he held the sword with both hands and burned all the power he had.

“───Haaaaaaaap!”

A vivid purple color.

The trembling magic sword advances. A single blow that does not break despite the enormous resistance. Soon, the light splits to both sides, starting from Adrian.

The flames of annihilation did not even reach the <Gate>.

Damn.

In return, the magic sword, Cedence, cracked and broke. The ugly blade, with its sharp edge missing, flew away powerlessly and disappeared into the space on the other side.

The inspector lost his sword.

This was the last chance to capture the intruder in the Great Hall, but… … Karindin Lerhar was unable to move.

That couldn't be possible.

I was overwhelmed by Adrian's momentum, who was exhausted beyond belief.

“…….”

Was it a coincidence or an inevitable flow that the Transcendent One cut the magic sword?

I don't know.

Adrian leisurely passed through the <Gate>, letting his emotions settle.

Whoa whoa whoa.

And so, Verden and his party disappeared without a trace.

Silence fell upon the deepest part of the Great Hall, where the purple waves had disappeared.

* * *

The intruder disappeared into the other side of space.

I missed it.

Karindin stared blankly at him and then sat up with her heavy body.

'Dahit… … missed the enemy?'

That's ridiculous.

I couldn't believe it.

Even if the other person was a transcendent being, wasn't it the dark moon?

I was just about to take a step forward to check it out.

Before I knew it, Dahit was standing at the entrance.

“……!!!!'

For a moment, Karindin was speechless.

Thud, thud, thud.

Dahit, who was resting his hand on the door frame at the entrance, was bleeding from the corner of his mouth.

It's not normal.

That's a significant amount of bleeding.

There was a trail of blood behind Dahit.

'how…….'

Karindin has been watching Dahit for a long time, both as a teacher and as a subordinate.

I can confidently say that this was the first time I had ever seen him vomit blood like this.

Suddenly Dahit said.

"It's him."

“……?”

Karindin had no idea what that meant.

Dahit Wesroel muttered again with bloodshot eyes, paying no attention.

“That guy……!!”

The person responsible for causing the Bohemian Tower's power source to go out of control two years ago, causing the Black Hour and the Tower Alliance to start a war.

That's him.