Genius Wizard Breaking Limits - Chapter 309



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Episode 309: Secret Meeting (2)

What if he came to us without notice and asked for help saying he had something to ask of us?

People’s reactions will be different, but many will feel uncomfortable. It’s something that forces you to worry about it by someone else’s will.

The more difficult the request is, the more so it is if you do not have a deep relationship with each other.

From that point of view, Leila’s reaction was calm.

Her face is hidden, so we can’t see her expression, but she doesn’t look embarrassed. For some reason, there was a strange pleasure in her voice.

‘As if it just went well.’

I don’t even try to hide it in the first place.

Leaving the intact entrance alone, seeing as it entered through the dusty attic.

There is room for dialogue.

Being willing to listen to something means that there is a good chance of accepting it in some cases. It was up to Verden to dig into that part and convince Leila.

No need for rhetoric.

As always, the main point is short and concise.

“I’m going to go to the Central Continent, but there’s a problem with the space shifter.”

The reaction was instantaneous.

“If it’s a space movement group on the eastern continent… … You mean the Beldirn Republic. I have also heard rumors.”

The culprit who killed the supreme councilor is unknown.

It is known that it is possible to enter the country through strict inspections, but after that, it is impossible to leave the country, whether it is the border, the coastline, or the space movement.

unless special permission is obtained.

“That means you need Mithril Adventurer level permission to reactivate the intercontinental space movement circle. Certainly, if the Republic and Adventurer Guild fail to approve it, you can cross the continent even if you are not a member of the guild. Assuming I’m vouching for it.”

Leila crossed her arms.

“It’s not a fact that’s hidden at all, but it’s one of the secrets of the adventurer’s guild… … I didn’t expect you to know about our internal affairs.”

“Well, I overheard.”

“It’s not information that you hear by chance. Anyway, to start with the answer… … I am willing to grant your request.”

She showed two fingers.

“There are only three conditions. one identity. Other than a temporary ID, you need solid physical evidence to prove who you are.”

“Is this enough?”

Verden took out the medal and certificate.

Kingdom of Estyria, Honorary Count.

Leila, who had been staring at him blankly, spoke belatedly.

“… … I didn’t expect to get an honorary title of nobility in the meantime. Yes, with this, your party won’t need any other identity. You just need to secure your status as a noble.”

Leila lifted her head slightly.

“By the way, should I call you His Excellency right now?”

“Okay. What is the second condition?”

“Hmm, the second is, of course, that I have to be with you. In order to cross the continent, I need to go with you from the East Continent to the Central Continent.”

He shrugged the metal pauldron that was protecting his shoulder.

“To be honest, this is fine. Since I was planning to head to the Central Continent sooner or later, you can think of it as advancing the timing a little. But the third condition is the problem. Right here, Kyleance.”

Is it because of the emergency summons?

Leila didn’t deny it.

“Regardless of their rank, adventurers must fulfill their duties as adventurers. The emergency call-up order is one such example.”

Participating in sub-species subjugation was an obligation that could not be refused.

Also, until the call-up order ends, you cannot leave Kyliance for a long time.

“If you ignore it, your adventurer level privileges will be temporarily suspended. If it continues and repeats, you will eventually be kicked out of the adventurer’s guild. ”

The Adventurer’s Guild is one of the organizations that proudly encompasses the world.

Many adventurers like Leila are active, and even more outstanding, the highest obsidian grade is a symbol of the strength of the guild.

And the absolute principle of the guild is control.

Just as an adventurer of Mithril or higher can use a space movement circle, it gives differentiated and enormous benefits depending on the rank.

Instead, they are forced to act by giving them the duties of an adventurer.

A person who is free but not free is an adventurer.

Verden, who had been listening, opened his mouth.

“Then, can you just annihilate the threatening sub-species?”

Extermination is certain.

Looking at him with shining eyes, Leila pulled her chin.

“The confidence is the same as last year. However, the emergency call-up order is only a superficial reason. The reason I came to Riverrun isn’t just because of the sub-species.”

There are other reasons.

As he had already guessed, Verden was not surprised.

“What is it?”

“To put it bluntly, the proliferation of sub-species that is currently occurring in Kyliance is not natural. It is artificial.”

Verden narrowed his brows.

The mass appearance of sub-species is someone’s work.

There was only one thing he knew.

“I hope Gluttony… … ?”

Gluttony regards eating as the basis of evolution.

A group of madmen who are traitors to the ark and want to destroy the current human race.

“I think it’s fair enough, but it’s not Gluttony. Not only that, but it’s not directly related to the ark. This is a request I personally took on.”

Requests outside of the Adventurer’s Guild?

“The guild prohibits mercenary activity, but it is only a cosmetic restriction. Like the Greyran request window formed in the Principality of Riviant and the Kingdom of Estria. Even with an adventurer’s guild, it’s impossible to suppress such personal things. Especially if it’s a secret request.”

A request that requires confidentiality.

Mentioning him could be interpreted as meaning that he wanted help from Verden.

However, even if she needs her help, she cannot blindly accept it.

“Who is the client?”

“… … .”

Leila tilted her head.

After thinking about it, he seemed to have made up his mind and revealed it without hiding it.

“The church that worships the goddess of light, the Luas Church.”

* * *

Luas Bridge, at that name, Verden was silent for a moment.

There are things that are bigger than the client expected, but… … .

“What is the relationship between the Church of Light and sub-races?”

Not a warlock or a demon.

It was a big question in Verden’s head.

“I don’t even know the details. What I’ve been asked for is nothing more than an investigation into the city of Kylians, Riverrun. Whether the corpses of sub-species traded through the adventurer’s guild are properly disposed of. But I am having difficulties.”

There was annoyance in her voice.

“You saw it yesterday. The fact that they went to the front line and worked hard to subjugate them, that the guild leader treats adventurers, and that they stick around at every turn. Actually, it wasn’t like that, it was surveillance on me. Besides, on the subjugation front, some high-ranking adventurers sent that kind of gaze.”

“The adventurers guild is suspicious… … That might have something to do with the upper part of the city.”

It means that the Church of Luas did not request it for nothing.

“I think so too. So it is very inconvenient to move. I have time to take this moment to talk to you, but it’s not enough to investigate the hidden parts of the city. Each city in Kyilience has the title of a guardian who protects the market, and there are also adventurers with platinum rank or higher in the adventurer’s guild.”

Deceiving their attention was never easy.

To the point where the odds are higher if I fight against everyone.

“… … Is the church in Riverrun also involved?”

“That’s not it. I don’t think Bishop Lena or other priests would do that… … Because you don’t know.”

Even if you are a member of the Luas Church, you are still a human.

We cannot guarantee that we will not engage in evil.

“The member of the Church of Luas who commissioned me directly is currently on the subjugation front to end the subhuman crisis. He contacted me a while ago and delivered a route untouched by adventurers.”

… … Isn’t that a confidential leak?

Verden suddenly had that thought, but he didn’t care because it didn’t matter anyway.

“Since they are so great, I think the situation will end soon. It’s just that it’s a problem on my side.”

“By the way, can I tell you about the request of the Church of Luas?”

“I thought about it yesterday and today, and I decided that there was no need to hide it.”

Leila stared at Verden.

“Because you are Asher, who joined forces with the Church of Luas and the Marquess of Esperensa to respond to the undead situation in the kingdom of Estyria. I even met the Dark Warton’s Mage Master and one of the 7 Archbishops… … Well, I said everything.”

she added.

“And also a member of the same ark.”

The ark cannot belong to anyone.

That’s why the minimum amount of trust was at the bottom.

“So, in other words… … .”

Leila stretched out her right hand.

“Asher, if you help me with my investigation of the Riverrun, I will give you access to the Intercontinental Teleporter in the Republic of Beldirn in return. Of course, after the emergency call-up order is completely over. Wouldn’t this be a good deal for each other?”

To be honest, it’s not bad.

Because there was no other means in the first place.

‘I don’t know why the Church of Luas cares about sub-species.’

Helping Leila is considered reasonable.

You can definitely use the space movement circle, and you have a deeper friendship with the high-ranking adventurer who has been promoted to the mithril class alone.

“great.”

Verden held Leila’s hand.

I could feel the coldness of the metal wrapped around my fingers and the back of my hand, and the texture of the rough leather on the inside of my palm.

“Instead, we will do as we please with regard to the investigation method.

“Of course. I had no intention of arguing about the method from the beginning. Instead, why don’t we do it after the ark meeting?”

“All right.”

Verden agreed.

I didn’t know if it would start moving right away and then stop halfway through.

There was no reason to limit the time.

After shaking hands, we moved on.

“Then there is only one left. I’m sure I have something to ask about the ark… … Oh, is it about the Ark meeting by any chance? Well, this will be your first time.”

Layra, who understood Verden’s intentions, shook her head.

“Well, it looks grandiose at first glance, but there is no need to be very nervous. The ark meeting is a place for ‘captains’.”

Captain?

“This is the position that candidates for the ark reach after overcoming countless trials. I’ve only seen one or two of them myself, but he’s a practical ark executive who has the authority to present trials directly to candidates.”

The hidden power of the ark.

Verden felt a strong curiosity deep inside. Who they are and how strong they are.

“Then what are the Ark candidates doing?”

“A kind of exchange war is unfolding for our candidates. Do you remember why the ark nurtures candidates?”

Of course I know.

Because the listener said it.

───Asher-sama, don’t be mistaken. We are a group for the weak ‘species’ of humanity, not guardians of all humans. What we do is to find candidates and have them face trials so that they can be reborn as better beings. It will never become a shield and culminate humans in peace.

Humans become stronger through trials.

The Ark, which has such an ideology, aims to nurture the savior who will lead mankind.

“That’s why candidates always need proof. It’s not just about counting how many trials you’ve overcome, it’s about what you get out of them.”

of course.

“Even if you show disappointing results in the exchange match, there is no such thing as a sanction. After that, you have to grow through trials and prove it later.”

“If you can’t… … .”

“It will be weeded out, by dying during the ordeal.”

The ark gives you the opportunity to grow.

And the candidate should be held accountable for it. It was a very simple yet bloody method.

After thinking for a moment, Verden asked again.

“How many days does the Ark meeting last?”

“It is not long. During the emergency summons, there was no problem even if I was away. And the way to get to the conference room… … .”

Leila glanced at Verden.

“I won’t say that.”

“… … ?”

“Because it’s not fun to tell in advance.”

She let out a small laugh.

I thought about it when we had a conversation in the duchy, but this woman is a bit playful.

“Anyway, I’ll be meeting you from the ark sooner or later.”

Leila turned her head.

His gaze pointed to the sky beyond the window.

“Now they’re going to try to move slowly.”

* * *

The new year comes bright.

The sun’s rays broke through the dark night sky and filled the lofty sky.

A landscape full of warm sunlight and cool air currents. A man looked down at the world where clouds were everywhere.

“Is it already this time… … .”

The man looked back recently.

As always, the Ark followed the Sangvis rules and looked at the world situation.

Several trials occurred and there were several candidates who challenged them. There are people who died or were frustrated in the process, but there are people who eventually overcame and grew up.

In addition, those who have become captains over and over again keep their positions, achieve the goals they desire, and move forward steadily.

Talented people who will lead weak humanity to strength.

The ark was organized only for mankind.

However, there was something else that strongly stimulated the man.

‘Asher.’

A wizard who overcame the ordeal called Soul Tree with Leila.

The talented person who killed the Doctor of Gluttony and the Fifth Fang hiding in the duchy.

The tasks accomplished in the principality are truly exceptional.

So, after going through meetings with the man, the captains of the ark, and the elders, he twisted the rules and presented a new proposal to Asher.

If you overcome the ancient ordeal within a certain amount of time, I will grant you a trial and a reward, even if you do not follow most of the Ark’s duties.

‘We were certain of failure.’

because it was natural

It was thought that the tomb of the King of Darkness could not be found.

To find the ancient ordeal, a little over a year was very short.

I believed that even if I found it, I would not challenge it.

Because several candidates have already failed and died, warning of the danger.

Besides, he was too young.

Asher at the time was a 4th tier wizard, even if he was exceptional.

I didn’t think he was reckless and arrogant enough to challenge the trials related to the King of Darkness.

I believed that I would make at least some self-judgment.

The purpose of the ark was only to observe Asher’s potential.

What kind of growth is achieved in a limited time… … I wanted to know how to give up trials based on wise judgment and overcome such setbacks.

‘But it completely deviated from the prediction.’

He reached the 5th rank after constantly growing without stopping.

Even that alone is surprising, even challenging the ancient ordeal ‘Tomb of the Sorcerer King’ in the Kingdom of Estria without attaining sorcery.

Nevertheless, he overcame it with pride and survived, and is now in Kyilience.

Until now, there are not a few people who have challenged the ancient trials.

They were great people who thought of themselves as strong people and succeeded in overcoming many trials without giving in.

But few of them survived.

Promising candidates lost their lives, and even the captain who challenged him collapsed without crossing the line of death.

It was indeed the first time in decades that such an ordeal had been overcome.

‘Above all, Asher was the first to overcome the trials related to the King of Darkness.’

sole existence.

So expect more.

Ark meeting… … What would you like to show in that exchange? What could he have seen and gained from the tomb of the King of Darkness hidden in a veil?

The man clenched his fists.

Taking a deep breath, he summoned the Elder.

“Did you call?”

“The time has come.”

The man, the owner of the ark, commanded.

“Call the Ark meeting.”

* * *

The streets of Kyleans where the new year has arrived.

Men and women of all ages came out to the city and greeted the piled snow, cold and sunlight.

On the other hand, Bishop Lena and the clergy from the Luas Church were praising the religion by demonstrating divine power.

“Luas-sama, hurrah! Happy New Year! Everyone, pray together, hoping that the protection of the light will be with you!”

“My dear Luas… … !”

It was noisy in many ways.

Meanwhile, Adrian stayed at the inn.

“Whoa.”

A feat in which weight is supported on one arm.

He focused on his muscles and nerves and maintained his balance, reviving his bodily sensations.

An immovable posture that does not shake an inch.

Eventually, he maintained the handstand with only his index finger. It was a pure physical ability that did not use any ki at all.

After a while, Verden entered the room.

“You seem to have recovered a lot.”

“Are you here, lord?”

Adrian, who relaxed lightly, stood in place.

“Bishop Lena… … Contrary to his light behavior and tone, his divine power and miracles were real. At my current rate, I think I’ll be able to fully recover in a few days. It’s all thanks to my lord.”

After all, he is a high-ranking bishop.

I can’t believe such an injury will return to normal in just a few days.

‘Isn’t it strange that the archbishop can even restore a damaged body?’

He even filled the donation box.

If you do that much, it will be worth paying hundreds of millions of elk.

‘Then, Adrian’s recovery problem is over… … .’

Verden sat down on an empty chair and said.

“Adrian. In a few days, I have work to do that I need to be away from. In the meantime, there is one thing I want you to solve.”

There is a task to be entrusted to you.

Adrian responded immediately.

“Please tell me.”

“We need to investigate the river run.”

Aside from the Ark, he explained the conversation he had with Layla.

The Luas Church, the adventurer’s guild, the upper part of the city, and even subhumans.

Adrian, who had been listening without missing a word, nodded reverently.

and asked

“How can I proceed?”

“I will leave it to your discretion.”

Adrian is a former Central Continent semifinalist.

In terms of activity experience alone, it far surpasses Verden. There was no need to give instructions one by one.

“Please leave it to me.”

Adrian was confident.

He did not ask about Verden’s whereabouts.

About what you’re leaving the city for, and exactly when you’ll be back. Because it didn’t matter in the first place.

This is called trust in the public.

* * *

I should have told Adrian about the situation in general, Verden spent his time leisurely in the River Run.

Thinking of how to approach from the ark.

‘It won’t suddenly appear as a flying boat using space movement.’

Above all, how to move to the outer space of the ark.

Since the opponent was the opponent, I couldn’t help but pay attention. The magician’s unique curiosity naturally began to rise.

Sitting at a cafe, drinking coffee, I imagined various families.

That was then.

A black-haired man in a suit took a seat behind Verden.

A little silence passed.

Verden let out a small sigh and put down the coffee cup.

“How long will you be like that?”

“Oh, dear. It’s already been uncovered. I thought it came naturally to her. It seems that your senses are sharper than before.”

The man smiled slightly and turned his head slightly.

“Haha, how have you been, Mr. Asher?”

Listener of the Ark.

A bond in the principality has arrived.