Genius Wizard Breaking Limits - Chapter 312



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Episode 312 Ark (2)

The flying boat Verden was on board slowly lowered its altitude.

I thought the distance was close to stopping, but it was just a reason. The flying boat, which had turned around with near-perfect micromaneuvering, landed exactly at Ark’s dock.

“You worked hard, candidate.”

The people waiting below greeted me politely and inspected the vessel.

Verden looked at it.

“Are they all members of the ark?”

“At the same time, it is also a resident of Ark.”

They are the people who live in the sky island.

Considering the size and architecture of the island, I expected it to some extent, but… … .

‘… … I can’t believe it.”

It was the same even though I came down the stairs and stepped on the sky island.

Verden’s mind was very complicated.

I felt indescribable bewilderment at the magically incomprehensible reality, and such feelings led to astonishment.

And at the same time, curiosity was piqued.

It was the instinct and habit of a wizard facing the unknown. Because of that, Verden couldn’t say anything.

Just how big is the ark?

To be honest, I didn’t wonder about that right away.

I was simply full of thoughts of wanting to look around this place, Acc.

“What is the schedule now?”

“The Ark meeting is tomorrow, so you can spend the day as you please. Instead, with the authority of being a candidate for the ark, the areas you can freely move around are limited.”

“Libraries, for example… … .”

“Of course it’s possible. May I guide you?”

“Please.”

“Haha, you can’t say that. Because that’s my role. Anyway, I’m glad you like Ark quite a bit. Ah, what will Lady Layla do?”

“I’m going to the gymnasium.”

Leila tapped the hilt of her sword.

Since he couldn’t move properly in the flying boat, he thought of refreshing his tired body by swinging his sword.

“Then we’ll see you later.”

Leila walked away.

Teyla was with her.

“Let’s go to the library too… … hmm?”

Listener stopped talking midway through.

His gaze landed on another dock in the distance. To be precise, towards the flying boat that is about to dock at the dock.

“Just in time, the last flying boat from the western continent has arrived. Look at the time… … Perhaps Locke-sama is riding there.”

Ark Candidate, Locke.

A martial artist who subdued Gluttony along with Verden in the Principality of Riviant, and a disciple of Ren Valhag, the Elder of the Ark.

“Did Locke go to the West Continent?”

“I heard that Gluttony appeared in the West Continent. That’s why Locke-nim is directly involved in the investigation. I’m on my way, so would you like to meet me?”

Why did Gluttony appear in the West Continent?

That kind of question came to mind, but there was something else I wanted to know.

The situation of the western continent.

To be precise, about the latest information about the Bohemian Mage Tower that couldn’t be conveyed through the newspapers.

“I’d love to.”

After thinking, Verden nodded.

* * *

Adrian’s mission is to investigate the River Run.

It was about whether the corpses of demons managed by the adventurer’s guild, that is, whether the related materials were normally distributed and disposed of.

The adventurer’s guild is, of course, the target of the search.

And so was the upper echelon of Riverrun.

‘Because the guild can’t do things arbitrarily.

Adrian had a good insight into the physiology of the adventurer’s guild.

You have already decided where to start.

‘First, the adventurer’s guild leader.’

Finding him was simple.

A young man leaving the adventurer’s guild before sunset.

He adorned himself with various accessories and luxurious clothes, and was noticeable even from a distance because he was accompanied by a bodyguard who looked like an adventurer.

‘And there are three people who keep a distance and secretly guard the guild leader.’

no nobles whatsoever.

The fact that a guild leader has an escort like this must mean that something is bothering them. Even if there is no physical evidence right now, it doesn’t matter at all.

In Adrian’s experience, this was certain.

We kept our distance so as not to be detected and continued the pursuit.

That was when about two days passed.

An ordinary carriage through the dark streets where the night shade engulfs the city. The guild leader who got off inside took a box and headed for the building right next to the Hepin River.

This time, I didn’t bring an escort at all.

As Adrian immediately widened his senses, the voice of the guild leader was heard.

───… … are you inside?

───You just came here. Come on in.

The guild leader adjusted his clothes and entered the building.

The man who let him in stared outside and closed the door.

After a while, when the guild leader entered the space in the center of the building, his presence disappeared.

‘It’s protected by magic.’

But no problem.

Magic is useful in many ways, but it is not omnipotent.

In particular, if it is not high-ranking magic, the gap is even more noticeable. Even if you are a swordsman rather than a wizard, there are many ways to dig into him.

Adrian closed his eyes.

After clearing my mind and breathing, I focused my energy on hearing.

Instead of a sign that had disappeared, a sound was felt.

Through the magic gap, a young voice and an old man’s voice came alternately. Seeing how he treats the guild leader, it was clear that he had a high rank.

‘Are you noble?’

Maybe a city official.

The two of them laughed at each other and chatted nonstop.

The atmosphere seemed to rise even more as they shared a very expensive drink brought by the guild leader. Most of his chatter was useless, but he never stopped.

Adrian sat still and listened to the conversation.

And patience soon paid off.

got a clue

───The funerals of the adventurers who died this time have been completed. Haha, I didn’t even make an offering, but the priests came forward and prayed in memory of the sacrifice. Thanks to you, the money was solid.

───That went well. But money… … .”

───Tsk tsk, you can’t wait forever. You did a good job even if you didn’t have to rush. After disposing of the property of unrelated adventurers, it turned out quite well. Here is the percentage promised.

───Thank you, Chief Torlin. But what about Bishop Lena?

───Did you notice? Ha, I’ve said it before, but don’t worry about that. He only knows how to reveal money, because he is so naive. You never know what’s going on. Rather, what happened to the Ain species?

───Ah, yes. All the corpses you mentioned were loaded onto the ship. The guild ledger has been neatly organized, so even if an audit comes out, you don’t have to worry about being caught. Um, so, there’s something I want to ask you… … .

───What?

───Where are you going to use the sub-species corpses that haven’t even been disassembled? What we have delivered so far is a very large amount.

───Hmm, you have a problem with that mouth. do you really need to know that? You make money, and we benefit too. isn’t that what happened? Man, curiosity is poison in many cases. If the mayor hears what you say, he will be very sad.

───I’m sorry. I made a mistake.

───It’s done. Follow me.

The voice went on and on.

But since then, no information has been revealed.

Adrian, who had calmed down, opened his eyes.

‘The mayor’s aide.’

Got a clue.

I generally understood what was going on in Riverrun.

The trafficking of sub-species materials.

There was nothing particularly strange about it, and it was a common crime in the Central Continent.

‘But it’s strange that the body was moved instead of the material.’

Recalling one question, Adrian pondered.

How are you going to handle it from now on?

‘Should I follow the aide?’

It wasn’t a bad choice.

If things go well, we might be able to find out where the body of the sub-species is and who they are dealing with.

But I can’t even promise.

If the aide leaves the position and only reports, this time he will have to follow the mayor of Riverrun.

Adrian’s pride was his speed, but he wasn’t very confident in his delicate infiltration.

A person called the city’s guardian stands by the mayor’s side, so it’s impossible to secretly kidnap him.

It is ambiguous to end quietly.

Even so, I didn’t want to spend a lot of time researching. Above all, it was most important to finish the work before the lord came.

then… … .

───I will leave it to your discretion.

‘Yes, my lord said so.’

no need to look

You just have to do things the way you’ve always done them.

Is there any need to waste time?

Adrian already knew.

Even if stealth is required, you don’t necessarily have to move quietly.

I immediately turned my coat inside out.

He exhaled after thoroughly hiding himself in a gray robe, not blue.

There are a total of seven people in the building.

two wizards.

Three people who have awakened the spirit.

One guild leader and one aide.

‘Suppress it at once and dig up information.’

Even a frontal breakthrough is no problem.

It’s because you’re infiltrating as long as you don’t reveal your true identity.

Adrian, full of will, kicked the floor.

* * *

The slow-moving flying boat stopped.

When I went down the stairs from the deck, two people trudged down.

A young man with brown hair and a man in a black robe.

Young man, Locke breathed out.

“Ah, we just arrived. It’s been a while since I came to Ark, so I feel really comfortable. Isn’t that right, Theon?”

“Isn’t that obvious? Compare what to compare.”

“Hey, look what I’m talking about? Aren’t assistants treating the ark candidates too harshly?”

“What is an assistant? Are you taking it unilaterally with you? I’d rather be given another mission, Gluttony doesn’t even want to step on the shadows.”

“Well, really. Since you’re a traitor to Gluttony, if Gluttony finds out and gets caught… … Literally no bones left. Wouldn’t it be nice to chew it?”

Theon was a former Gluttony member.

An assassin who tried to kill Verden while working as a doctor’s limb in Martes, the city of the principality, and was later captured by Verden while being chased by Gluttony’s transplanters.

His fate was bizarre.

After living as a mere consumable, he became a minion of the ark to subdue Gluttony’s fifth fang.

After that, he was temporarily assigned to the ark and received thorough education.

It was a fortunate treat.

Theon was kidnapped at a young age and forced to become Gluttony’s assassin, and because he was immune to Gluttony’s fragment, a powerful means of control, he had ample room for rehabilitation.

Remembering the twisty past, Theon hung his head.

“… … It’s amazing that I’m still alive.”

“Because you are both lucky and good. By the way, if you don’t want to go with me, can you tell Master? Or at least train at the Ark.”

Locke’s mentor, Elder Len Balhag.

Theon shuddered at the thought of his rigorous upbringing.

“That’s a bit… … .”

“Then don’t be fooled and help me. If it creaked in the West Continent, both of them could die. Oh, since you’re hungry, let’s go get something to eat.”

The two of them took a step.

After going together for almost a year, I got used to the company. Theon took a water bottle from his space bag and moistened the inside of his neck.

That was then.

A shadow blocked the way.

“… … uh?”

Recognizing the identity, Locke widened his eyes.

“Brother Asher?! I heard you were coming, but when did you arrive?”

“Just before. From what I can see, it seems to be intact.”

Verden moved his gaze.

“And Theon, you too.”

A heartless wall engraved in my memory.

Theon’s eyes widened as he met him.

“Cool, cool, cool!!!!”

Sareh was heard.