Genius Wizard Breaking Limits - Chapter 538



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Episode 538 Direct

The western and central continents are quite far apart, separated by a vast unexplored area called the Desert of Silence.

Of course, it would be easy to get there by moving through space using the flying machine that the Ark possesses, but even so, the fact remains that the Listener party is guests from afar.

Before having an important conversation, hospitality is a basic courtesy.

“Wow… … .”

A wide variety of foods fill the spacious table. Overall, the menu’s duplication was minimized and variety was pursued.

In addition, we always have high-quality ingredients and skilled chefs on standby to ensure that the same food can be served at any time.

Verden’s ostensible status is that of an honorary count of the kingdom, the actual master of the four lords of the ownerless lands, and a powerful magician.

Even now, while hiding his true identity, he is a person of power in name and reality.

“Brother Asher, can I really eat all of this as I please?”

“If it’s not enough, tell me.”

“I don’t think that’ll happen since there are so many sheep. Anyway, I’ll enjoy the food!”

Locke, who had received permission from the landlord, began to eat his meal in a hurry.

I’ve been busy chasing Gluttony for a while now, so this was my first meal since I visited the Ark for the Ark Exchange this year.

“Oh, each and every dish is so fresh that it’s hard to believe it’s an uninhabited land.”

The listener handled the dishes politely and accepted Verden’s hospitality.

It was a lively place in many ways, but… … unfortunately, there was one person among them who could not enjoy their meal at ease.

Clunk… Clunk… Clunk… .

Theon roughly cut the steak and chewed and swallowed it. He looked very uncomfortable as his eyes were constantly looking down.

Verden asked.

“Doesn’t it suit your taste?”

“Ah? No, that’s… … .”

A choice that passes by in a moment.

Should I say it’s not tasty and just leave this place, or should I just sit there and shove the delicious food down my throat?

Theon’s decision was quick.

“Well, I was just trying to eat leisurely, so don’t worry about it at all.”

It is a cautious attitude, as if it might provoke Verden’s feelings.

If it was natural, then it was natural.

As a former assassin of Gluttony, it was a bit awkward to be on friendly terms with the one who was the target of assassination.

Even when the target has the power to easily kill Theon himself.

Locke, who was wiping his mouth with a napkin, shook his head.

“Then why are you trying to assassinate my brother in the Duchy of Rivian?”

“shut up.”

“Tsk tsk tsk.”

Theon sighed, shaking his knife-hand, and concentrated on his meal. He couldn’t win against Locke anyway…

‘Dr., this chewy.’

If Dr. Gluttony had not given the order, there would have been no assassination attempt in the Duchy’s city of Martes.

It had been over two years since the doctor had died, but sadly, there was no one else to blame but him. It was the sorrow of the weak.

anyway.

Time passed leisurely, whether Theon cursed the doctor inwardly or not, and everyday conversations continued to be exchanged.

“Oh, bro. Can I ask you a few questions?”

“If it’s something simple.”

“Then───”

Locke must have been quite curious as he peppered him with questions. The main topic was Berden’s past activities.

After the exchange of the ark, the bone dragon I met and the fight for territory in the ownerless land were bright with curiosity.

Verden leaned back against the seat.

‘They’re all stories about battle. Well, Locke values ​​strength.’

Locke is not one to be respectful to those weaker than him. This was also the case when he first met Verden.

‘By the way, haven’t you heard anything about me from the Northern Watcher?’

The Listener seems to be aware, but Locke and Theon have no doubt that Verden has crossed the lineage barrier.

Information is limited.

Even if it’s an ark, it seems that the transcendent being is treated as a top secret.

Verden answered the questions appropriately, focusing on the information that was revealed on the surface.

Although much of the content was omitted due to time constraints, Locke’s eyes sparkled as if it was enough to satisfy his curiosity.

“Hey, it was only natural that most of the other candidates who attended the exchange, including me, fainted from the . And is it because the platinum robe turned pitch black? My brother’s aura seems a bit different… … If this continues, won’t he become the captain of the ark in the shortest amount of time?”

“Well, it’s not like I can do it just because I want to.”

When Verden glanced to the side, the listener raised the corners of his lips without saying anything.

With that conversation concluded, everyone finished their meal. For dessert, warm tea and cake were served and placed in front of each person.

“Now that we’ve filled our stomachs, let’s get to the main point.”

The atmosphere became heavy as Verden naturally took the lead in the conversation. The transparent walls illuminated the members of the ark.

Theon stiffened as he recalled the memory of being hit by Verden reflexively.

“I heard last time that Gluttony was going to the Western Continent and stealing corpses between the Bohemian Tower and the Black Hour battlefield. How far has the investigation progressed since then?”

“Well, that’s it. To be honest, it’s not that significant. It’s just that Gluttony’s grafts, which are grafted onto the wizard’s body tissue, have become incredibly strong, and I’ve narrowed down the possible locations where the base might be. But even that is too broad to be considered specific.”

When it comes to matters concerning Gluttony, the Ark does not sit back and watch, but takes action.

However, given that the investigation is facing difficulties, there must be a reason.

Locke agreed.

“That’s right. Even if they were desperately trying to avoid public attention, it’s strange that they only managed to get this much information from the Ark for quite some time. It wasn’t just Theon and I who moved. So after synthesizing the information gathered by the members of the Ark who were deployed for this operation about 2-3 months ago… … The Ark came to one conclusion as to the cause. Although it’s a circumstantial evidence without any physical evidence.”

“What is that?”

“I think Gluttony has an assistant.”

* * *

Someone is helping Gluttony… … As Locke spoke, the listener, who had been sipping tea, added his explanation.

“As you know, Asher, the magic war that broke out due to the power source overload is being centered around the Bohemirn Magic Tower, the leader of the Western Continent Magic Tower Alliance, and Black Hour. There is no doubt that they are very powerful forces, as they are groups led by transcendent beings. In addition to simple power, they are also specialized in various magical fields. They are competent. Gluttony’s stealth of corpses, which moves secretly, was already noticed long ago… … .”

The listener put down his teacup silently.

“In reality, it would have been quickly recognized that a third party had intervened during the war, whether it was the Western Continent Magic Tower Alliance or the Black Hour. At the time, the magic war was so intense that they simply did not pay attention to the whereabouts of the corpses. However, it is strange that it has been quiet for over two years since the war began.”

“I find it strange that there is no response as expected. Is that the only reason?”

“Of course not. The Ark’s judgment was based primarily on an analysis of Gluttony’s changing movements.”

There were three reasons in total.

First, Gluttony’s radius of action has widened and deepened compared to before.

Second, the rate of increase in the number of transplants holding the flesh of a high-ranking magician.

Three, a hideout that cannot be found.

Verden crossed his arms, immediately understanding what each of the reasons the listener had mentioned meant.

“In other words, the story that Gluttony’s scope of activity has expanded to become more closely related to the war can be interpreted as having detailed knowledge of its internal circumstances… … Does the fact that the number of transplants is increasing rapidly mean that the progress of human experiments is accelerating?”

“Yes, that’s right. Also, the reason why they haven’t found a hiding place is because the characteristics of Gluttony that the Ark has understood so far are no longer clearly visible. To put it simply, their habits have changed.”

Gluttony has persisted as a weed despite being in conflict with the Ark for hundreds of years.

But if such an old organization suddenly changed, it was reasonable to assume that there would be some unknown collaborator that the Ark could not identify.

‘then…….’

Verden lowered his gaze.

“A part of the Magic Tower Alliance or Black Hour. The Ark must think that one of the two forces has joined hands with Gluttony.”

“Yes.”

“If we really have to weigh it, which one would it be?”

“Of course it’s black hour.”

Theon answered.

“Black Hour is an official evil known as the Death Wizard Group. Its leader also caused the power source of Bohemirn’s Tower to go out of control, and was branded the worst criminal in the current magical community. Naturally, he would have committed human experiments, which is taboo in the magical community, so it’s no wonder he got along with Gluttony.”

“… … .”

“And you’ve probably already heard that recently, some magicians who had dreams have been using magic beyond their rank, causing a real-time upheaval in the magic world. And the culprit is none other than the Dark Moon of Black Hour, Dahit Westroel. At this point, shouldn’t you have an answer?”

Theon listed the rumors he had heard about the Black Hour. Not surprisingly, none of them were good.

Locke agreed with Theon.

“I’m definitely suspicious of Black Hour. It was also the sudden retreat from the front lines against the Magic Tower Alliance a few weeks ago.”

“Thanks to that, there were no corpses, so it became difficult to chase Gluttony. That’s why we almost got killed when we overdid it and got caught. Based on the circumstances, it’s clear that Black Hour and those bastards are helping Gluttony.”

Theon’s curses continued. Verden listened in silence.

“However, unless there is a solid clue, we cannot attempt to search by interfering with the Magic Tower and Black Hour from the Ark. If we do, the existence of the Ark will be revealed to the world. Instead, it will only increase the chaos throughout the continent.”

“Should we just wait and see for now?”

“Yes, Asher. Shaking the continent to capture Gluttony goes against the Ark’s policy of protecting humanity.”

It’s different from when we dispatched the captain of the ark to deal with Gluttony, who was conducting large-scale human experiments in the Kingdom of Estyria.

Since the opponent is a transcendent force, the Ark cannot end it quietly.

“If there is a way.”

“yes?”

“What if you could deal with Gluttony and his helpers without revealing the existence of the Ark to the world?”

The attention was focused.

Verden looked into the eyes of the three people who were filled with doubt as to whether there was some kind of ingenious method and spoke softly.

“I will handle it myself.”

* * *

A feeling of bewilderment spread at the sudden declaration.

“Tongue, brother?”

“I also belong to the group called Ark, just like you, so don’t I have a duty to subdue Gluttony in addition to undergoing trials?”

“That’s true, but… … .”

“I will take full responsibility.”

Locke couldn’t ask any more questions because of Verden’s strong declaration. Honestly, it would have been better if he had come forward.

That’s understandable, isn’t he the strongest among the candidates for the flying ark?

‘But I can’t just leave everything to Brother Asher.’

Of course, as a disciple of one of the elders of the ark, I must fulfill my duty.

“Then what should we do? Other than just give up.”

“I also need to prepare, so don’t push yourself too hard and just watch Gluttony’s movements from afar. I will completely wipe out Gluttony from the battlefield within 4~5 months at the latest.”

“I understand! You heard me, Theon?”

“Huh? Um… … I heard. But shouldn’t you get permission from the ark first?”

Then the listener raised his hand low.

“That’s fine. Asher here is more than qualified to make a decision on his own. I’ll report to the Ark later.”

It was the moment when the person who would take charge of Gluttony, who was active in the Western Continent, was decided.

The conversation continued a little longer.

Verden, who had received even the smallest information about Gluttony from the three people, stood up.

“Thank you for the hard explanation. I have prepared a separate space for you to unwind, so I will guide you straight out once you get outside. Make sure you get plenty of rest.”

“Can I go sightseeing downtown? This is my first time in an uninhabited land.”

“Do whatever you want. I left some cash in each room, so take it.

“Wow, even pocket money? Thank you, bro! I owe you something!”

Locke and Theon walked straight into the hallway. Theon’s sigh, finally free from Verden, rang in my ears.

As the two closed the door and disappeared, the remaining two people were left behind.

The listener said.

“From the Principality of Liviant to the Land of No Man, in a short time, you have changed so much, Lord Asher. That is why I am sorry. I promised you a chance to challenge other trials if you could overcome the ancient ordeal of the Tomb of the Demon King… … There is no trial fit for a Transcendent One.”

The Ark promised to give Verden a test, but it hasn’t happened yet. His level has risen too quickly.

Of course, Verden didn’t care at all.

Thanks to that, I was able to find the Demon King’s Golem Lab and meet the Administrator and Alpha.

“Don’t worry about it.”

“Thank you for your consideration. Even if it takes some time, I will definitely keep my promise. That is the way it should be.”

Verden tilted his head inwardly.

“Does that mean… … that I should understand that I have discovered a new ordeal?”

“To be exact, we are currently investigating. The unknown explorer has headed to the ‘Silent Desert’ to check it out for himself.”

The Desert of Silence is a vast unexplored area where flight is impossible by any means and even spatial coordinates are unstable.

Just like the Demon Realm, it is a place where you don’t know what dangers lurk.

“Regrit is there… …? What on earth is there?”

“Hahaha, it seems you’re interested. Unfortunately, I’ll keep it a secret. But I can guarantee that this will be the closest trial to your current state.”

The listener was reluctant to say anything, saying that this was also the Ark’s policy. He didn’t bother asking since he knew that they wouldn’t even tell him anyway.

Then the listener asked,

“But there’s something I’d like to ask you separately, Asher. If it’s okay, can I ask you one question?”

“I’m listening.”

“Dark Moon, the breach of hierarchy by Dahit Wesroel… … Is it possible that Asher is involved?”

A large-scale incident that occurred in the magical world.

The question that the listener uttered was not his own. It must have been a message from the upper echelons of the ark.

Verden asserted.

“It didn’t come from me.”

“Yes───”

“But they are related. Deeply.”

Although he didn’t explain it in detail, he didn’t hide the truth. The reason was simple. The Ark, which had many Transcendent beings, was an ally.

“I see. But seeing as how Asher hasn’t fully stepped out into the world, I guess he has personal plans. It’ll take some time until then.”

The listener smiled.

“I understand. I’ll make sure to convey that to my superiors… … Oh, come to think of it, I forgot to mention that.”

He turned toward the door and bowed politely.

“We reduce transcendence.”

As a member of the Ark, the Listener wholeheartedly welcomed the birth of a new Transcendent Being who he believed would be of benefit to humanity.

This concludes Beta’s resurrection and meeting with the Ark.

As Verden went outside, Adrian, who had jumped down from the top of the castle, approached him.

“Those three are too weak to be considered members of the ark. Compared to the King of the North.”

“Well, compared to the captain, that’s true. So what are your thoughts?”

“Listener and Locke are not bad at all, and they know how to be polite to their lord. But Theon has a history of trying to assassinate my lord, so I’ll have to talk to him the next time I see him.”

Out of nowhere, darkness fell over Theon.