Genius Wizard Breaking Limits - Chapter 313



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Episode 313 Ark (3)

The water that had soaked your neck at best pours out.

Theon took a deep breath, calmed his breath, and then returned his gaze. She cleared her throat slightly as she looked at her opponent, who was still staring at her.

“Hmm, hmm… … Long time no see, Asher.”

I replied pretending nothing was wrong, but ok.

Beyond the hard expression, the uneasy inside is clearly visible.

If it’s natural, then it’s natural. Theon tried to kill Verden, and Verden threatened Theon’s life again and again.

But now they are in the same group.

In addition to him, if you were to consider the relationship between the top and the bottom, Verden was superior, and Theon was below him.

An awkward atmosphere was inevitable.

Of course, it was only for Theon.

It was a matter Verden didn’t care about at all.

Locke giggled and laughed.

“What is it, Theon? Are you suddenly uncomfortable?”

“Strictly speaking, you two are the same candidate, and I am an outsider, so it is bound to be uncomfortable. That’s why I’ll go first, so I’d like to have a leisurely conversation.”

“Since when did you think of that… … uh? hey! Theon!”

Despite Locke’s call, Theon left without looking back.

Smooth movement with barely any footsteps. It was a movement that was clearly different from the last time I saw it in the principality.

The three looked at Theon’s back as they walked away.

Verden said.

“I heard that you were temporarily accepted in the ark, but I didn’t expect you to live so well.”

“He is a very adaptable person. And now, it is not temporary, but it has become a full-fledged member of the ark. I’m mainly helping Locke-nim with the investigation into Gluttony. He seems to be doing well in his own way.”

“It is all thanks to my teacher, Elder Len Balhaq. Because he made a mediocre assassin so useful in just a few months. Sneaking in or gathering information is a step above me. Being from Gluttony, I know a lot about their movements and ways of thinking. Of course, if you fight head-on, I’ll just overwhelm you.”

Locke proudly puffed out his chest.

He also had a different appearance.

After more than a year, he became a young man, and not only did his body grow, but his muscles and momentum also seemed to have become stronger.

‘Well, about this reunion.’

Verden asked Locke.

“I heard that Gluttony appeared in the West Continent.”

“Ah yes. that’s right. The guys from the East and Central Continents all rushed to the West Continent. I expected it, but when I actually investigated it, I found that I was touching the body of a dead person.”

“As for the body… … .”

“Your brother must already know that the Black Hour is at war with the Bohemirn Mage Tower. Gluttony is stealing the corpses of the dead wizards and scattered body parts from within.”

A troubled sigh followed.

“Especially because of the transplants that have heterogeneous and sub-species bodies that specialize in stealth, it is very difficult to track them down. Even if I found it along the way, it would be difficult for me to deal with many of them.”

It was easy to understand Gluttony’s purpose.

The body of a wizard who works in the Mage Tower will be seen as an excellent material to them.

‘It’s so disgusting.’

Verden felt a strong displeasure.

It is inherently and physiologically repulsive to conduct a horrific human experiment as if it were assembling.

However, apart from that, what he was curious about was not Gluttony.

“Did the Bohemian Mage Tower or Black Hour notice about him?”

“You probably don’t know who it is, but to what extent do you know it? But I don’t think there’s any sign of investigation. I can’t afford Black Hour because I have to deal with many towers, and the Bohemian tower doesn’t seem to be interested in dead bodies. It’s all about taking care of the magic items that Gluttony left behind while taking the body away.”

ah.

“By the way, one unit under the direct control of the Bohemian Mage Lord is showing a plausible response. Like burning the corpses around you.”

“Direct unit?”

“Um, so… … The annihilation unit to which Lobelin, a disciple of the recently talked about Bohemian Tower Master, belongs.”

* * *

Lobelin, who grew up in the same orphanage.

It’s been a long time since I’ve heard her name directly from someone else.

I reacted inwardly, but it was only for a moment.

Verden did not show any signs of knowing, and remained expressionless.

“If it’s Lobelin, is it the fourth disciple of the Mage Master?”

“Oh, you know, Asher, too. I heard that it is no exaggeration to say that he is the most famous wizard due to this war. The fact that he met Dahit, the leader of the Black Hour, at the Cliff of Eternity and came back alive also played a part.”

Black Hour and Bohemirn Magic Tower.

It was the time when a magical war between the two transcendental beings representing each group took place.

“And most of all, I was in the 4th rank before becoming a disciple, and the most influential thing was that I had already stepped into the 5th rank after a while. It was followed by several bloody feats in the war against Black Hour, to the extent that it was nicknamed “burning.”

… … 5th level already?

It is rapid to be called natural growth.

that it is

“Did you take the magic core?”

“It must be the same as any other disciple of the Mage Tower. Mage towers can hold at least one Mandrake Extract per year. In addition, considering that he is a person who is naturally well affected by the magic core, it’s not that strange.”

The magician’s treasure, the magic core.

The eccentric alchemist of the principality, Rito Barslan, had said.

───However, the meaning of the magic core is not simply to increase magical abilities. more intrinsic… … It is a role that complements the magically lacking part of the wizard’s body and further develops it. To become one with the body.

As a result, Verden got the Mystic Eye.

It was an unexpected action caused by the body reconstructed through reverse heaven.

‘However, unless you’re like me, most of them stop at increasing magical abilities.’

And only a small number of users among them lead to a rise in the hierarchy. Maybe Lobelin belongs to that case.

“… … If it’s a 5th tier, it won’t be far from pioneering magic.”

“People say that too. It is estimated that its growth will reach magic sooner or later. In other words, he’s a genius. Of course, it’s not comparable to Asher-hyung.”

Locke scratched his cheek.

Although he said it so naturally, he was actually paying attention to the bare minimum.

Past and present.

Something drastically changed that I could feel from the magician in front of me.

‘Listener, what the hell happened to you?’

‘I don’t know the details either, Lord Locke.’

The two exchanged glances.

Then Locke’s stomach rumbled weakly.

“Ahaha, it’s been a while since I haven’t eaten, so I’m a little hungry… … If you haven’t eaten, would you like to go to a restaurant together? It must be the first time you have come to the ark. To be honest, the taste of the food here is no joke.”

“Let’s postpone that until later. I have somewhere to go now.”

“Oh, is that so? I’m sorry, but I can’t help it.”

That’s enough of the story about the West Continent.

I heard what I wanted to hear, including Gluttony.

Locke and Gil parted ways.

The two of them moved on.

“We’re leaving too.”

“Okay, Mr. Asher.”

The destination was the library of the ark.

* * *

Verden had a very deep relationship with books.

The measured marginal hierarchy is the worst-case first hierarchy.

As a mere young worker at the Mage Tower, he was provided with only very basic learning opportunities.

He couldn’t even dream of having someone teach him magic, like everyone else, and having discussions about magic.

So, I took the book as my teacher.

The wizards cleaned and tidied up the cluttered room, squeezing the knowledge contained in the book into their heads.

Desperately not to forget a single word.

There was only one reason. Because he wanted to be a wizard.

Verden’s nonsensical memory was both innate and a side effect of unofficial human experiments.

On the other hand, it was also a struggle to pursue a dream.

I read a little faster. I remembered a little more.

Based on that, I went back to the roots of the theory and understood magic. I remember that the physical labor was hard but rewarding nonetheless.

At that time, there was only desire, hope, and desire to become a wizard.

It’s very different now.

Still, there was one thing that didn’t change.

When I look at the library where countless books are sleeping, my mind is naturally agitated.

“Here, the library of the ark, the Library, holds most of the existing books, from children’s books to the highest magic books. It is difficult to count the number of them.”

Listening to the listener’s explanation, Verden aroused silent admiration.

far-off ceiling.

There were numerous bookshelves in the wide hallway and the space made up of various floors, and there were many more books than that.

I can say for sure at this point.

The size of the library far exceeds the combined libraries of the 10 Mage Towers. Even if, of course, not all the books here are about magic.

Verden, who was blankly looking inside, managed to suppress his agitation.

“… … Where are the magic books?”

“It is my role to guide Asher. But this is beyond my jurisdiction. Isn’t that right, Librarian?”

“Well, of course.”

Someone appeared on the other side of the bookshelf.

A dark green top with two buttons fastened and a dark brown bottom. leather boots.

A well-groomed old man in a dark green robe that reached his shins and had magical geometric ornaments engraved on its sleeves and collar.

With his hands behind his back, he approached the two of them wearing round glasses.

“Have you been at peace, Librarian?”

“As you can see, it is very peaceful. Looks like you, too. Rather, who is the interest? It’s a face I haven’t seen in Ark.”

“It is a candidate for a new ark.”

“Ah, that’s right. I am the librarian who manages Ark’s library. Just call it like the listener called it. At least in the library here.”

“My name is Asher.”

Verden also bowed his head slightly and bowed.

“You are more polite than you look. Also, when I came to Ark for the first time, looking at the library first, it was like a wizard. In that sense, I ask, which book are you looking for? If you don’t want to take a leisurely tour of the library, I can help.”

“I am looking for books related to magic.”

“If that’s the case, it’s over there. I will guide you personally, so please follow me.”

The listener was left near the entrance to the library.

Leaving him behind, Verden caught up with the Librarian as he walked down the hallway lined with huge bookshelves. He shifted his gaze and thought.

‘Ark’s Librarian… … I guess it’s true that he’s a wizard.’

It was difficult to gauge its level.

Whether it was magic or presence, the reason was that something else didn’t feel special.

If you’re deliberately hiding your power… … It was self-evident that he was not an existence to be underestimated.

Meanwhile, the Librarian stopped walking.

A dead end filled with old books on an old bookshelf is in front of you.

At that moment, the moment the Librarian gestured lightly, the bookshelf and books were broken into hundreds of pieces, revealing the hidden place.

A huge circle stretches all the way up into the sky.

The walls made of bookshelves were filled with books.

‘The space is wider than what I saw from the outside.’

It wasn’t an illusion.

It must have been the expansion of the inner space with space magic.

It was one of the magical techniques used by the Mage Tower or even some powerful countries. It wasn’t impossible to find, but it was rare.

There aren’t many people who can afford the manastones that consume an enormous amount of money for maintenance.

“You can pick out any of the books in here that you are looking at, if you want. You can use the magic to climb up and find the one that is high up there. However, magic books that cannot be read are stored separately.”

“If you can’t read it, what kind are you talking about?”

“It’s magic of the 7th tier or higher or the highest attribute magic like space magic. It is one of the privileges not granted to candidates for the ark. Do you know why?”

“I think it is because of overexertion.”

Verden responded immediately.

A wizard is a being of inquiry.

That’s why I follow my curiosity and pursue the unknown.

However, it is necessary to objectify one’s self-restraint, in other words, one’s own ability.

‘Because magic that cannot be handled is fatal.’

You don’t even have to go through the history books.

From a global perspective, mages who were injured or died as a result of the abuse and misuse of magic are not uncommon even today.

“Yeah. You’re right. Knowledge of higher attribute magic or 6th tier magic is very difficult to access unless you are a related Mage Tower. If you leave it open for free viewing, most wizards will be engrossed in it. You won’t be able to write or understand it properly.”

Of course, it wasn’t just because of that.

“At the same time, it is also a device to evoke a sense of improvement. One day, I will be able to see it when I overcome various trials and escape from being a candidate.”

Is it one of the rewards of the ordeal?

Verden understood the ark’s intentions.

‘Well, I didn’t even think about the 7th rank… … Space magic is a pity.’

Quite a bit too.

Verden was well versed enough to create a space movement magic circle right away if he had the materials.

However, the theory of space magic itself was lacking. For no reason, simply because I had never encountered it at the Bohemirn Mage Tower.

‘I have no choice but to postpone it until the next time.’

It is impossible to obtain it recklessly.

I’m just satisfied that the space magic book is here.

Anyway, rank 1 is gone.

Then you have no choice but to choose the second best.

“Then can I read the book on the 6th tier enchantment magic?”

“It’s the 6th rank… … Of course. If you go up there on floor IF-48, you’ll find the book you’re looking for. Everything is there except for what is missing.”

“thank you.”

“Ha ha ha, no. this is my job It’s impossible to rent separately, but you can come and go freely during your stay at the Ark, so come visit us anytime. If there is a book you can’t find, call me. Then have a good study.”

* * *

center of the library.

Returning to his seat, the Librarian lay down on the padded chair. He exhaled deeply, feeling somewhat tired.

The Listener who was waiting spoke to me.

“How do you see yourself? Are you sure it’s not different?”

“How are you… … Please answer my question first.”

The Librarian took off his glasses.

The unique eyes that possessed magical powers shone.

“Hey, what the hell did you bring?”

It was astonishing and curious.