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But Fernan’s mind was far from calm. anchor He now had more questions than before.

The attack had ended, and for the time being, the situation was considered resolved.

Two Rahnas, countless monsters, and even the corrupt mastermind behind it all.

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“Do you have any idea what that book might have been?”

As he gently petted Wooden, who was sleeping while hanging from his necklace, he asked.

He was referring to the book the corrupt man had held. afford It had no writing inside.

If that man hadn’t used it as a medium, neither Fernan nor Rosalia would ever have thought it was a grimoire.

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It was the faction most obsessed with magic on the entire continent; if such an artifact had been developed, it surely would have come from them.

“Me neither. afford If something like that existed, the Dragon God Cult would’ve monopolized it from the start.”

“I don’t know. harbor I’ve never heard of a grimoire that lets you use magic beyond your limits in exchange for its pages.”

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It wasn’t unusual for a mage to carry a book.

Fernan regretted not having opened Abel’s book; had he seen its contents, he might have had more clarity.

What was strange was that, just like that corrupt man, he had disappeared without even leaving a corpse behind.

‘A book… now that I think about it, Abel also carried one.’

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“More than one? antenna Have you encountered another?”

“As far as I know, only demons leave no corpse.”

“But he was far too weak to be a demon.”

“And that’s the mystery. athlete They’re not demons, not mere corrupts, and there seems to be more than one…”

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“No, this is the first time.”

He had promised the headmaster not to talk about Abel to anyone, but he had slipped up.

Fernan clicked his tongue inwardly.

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Craaack—

“Speak.”

“It’s better we leave here first. riddle Even if the carriages are intact, we’ve descended very deep; getting everything reorganized…”

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Fernan’s foot froze and stuck to the ground.

“I’m an investor.”

“And I’m a professor.”

“Speak.”

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“…So that was it. airport I already thought it strange that Abel Kalens suddenly left the Academy.”

And that was true. aspect Fernan had known Rosalia for years.

“You know I’m not loose-tongued.”

“…You mustn’t tell anyone.”

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“If something like this happens again, don’t hesitate to ask for my help. antique It’s not the first time, and it seems they see us as easy targets. acoustic We’ll have to teach them otherwise.”

In any case—

Having such a useful ally at hand wasn’t a bad idea.

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Fernan and Rosalia resumed their journey, now with some peace.

The ambush had exhausted all their resources, as no further problems arose afterward.

“Surely among the corrupt there are earth magic experts, or those who use tunneling monsters. acquire Otherwise, they couldn’t move so freely under Imperial territory.”

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Fernan had been in many situations, and in almost all of them, the corrupt had attacked from underground.

There wasn’t even a need to talk about the monsters.

“I agree.”

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“If they’re smart, nothing. acoustic That’s why they attacked now, before we could gather our defenses.”

“And what do you think will happen at this continental congress?”

Nine times out of ten, they used the earth. athlete There had to be something behind it.

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“True.”

Rosalia agreed as well.

It would be the first time, since the change of electors, that the seven would gather.

Though you could never be sure. admire When plans fall apart, even cornered rats bite back at the cat.

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“I’ll stay until the end. advance I want to see how things unfold.”

Having seen how the corrupt and demons wreaked havoc, would they dare neglect security?

“And after the transport, what do you plan to do?”

It could be a dangerous place, where even the seven electors could be killed at once—but it was also the least accessible place for the corrupt.

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“What do you think? advance Will there be an alliance at this meeting?”

Although the primary goal was to protect Rosalia’s research from falling into enemy hands, Fernan was also interested in the congress and the assembly of electors.

“To begin with, all the electors are part of the Empire.”

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Using the congress as a pretext, royalty and influential nobles from other countries would also be present.

“But they’re different states under that name.”

Also, it wouldn’t be just the electors attending.

It wasn’t realistic to form an alliance on the spot, but they could lay the groundwork if the dialogue went well.

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“The electors aren’t fools. acquire At the very least, there won’t be outright rejections.”

“That’s what everyone’s thinking.”

“Let’s hope it works.”

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Peck, peck, peck—

As the clouds drifted by, the carriages sped onward toward Valerich.

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No sunlight streamed in through the white curtains.

Peck, peck, peck, peck—

“Mmm.”

Aint opened his eyes with a headache that felt like it was splitting his skull.

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Pip—

“…That’s enough.”

Silver flapped his two pairs of wings, greeting his awakening.

Aint pushed away Silver, who was pecking at his forehead.

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After a light shower, he pulled out a few blood worms from the food box Fernan had given him for Silver.

It was five in the morning. album Aint checked the time and pulled back the curtains. timber The sun had yet to rise.

“If you didn’t peck my forehead to wake me, it would be perfect.”

— Geez, you’re like a rooster. audit Though it is convenient not having to use a separate magic alarm clock.

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They clung to human or other creature skin and sucked blood like leeches—but Silver loved them.

When Aint offered one with a pair of tongs, Silver swallowed it in one gulp, letting out a satisfied chirp.

They were monstrous worms, two or three times the size of a normal earthworm, with bodies red as blood.

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— And wouldn’t settle for anything less than the best beef.

— Later on, it’ll eat everything. athlete It’s omnivorous. apple The Saintbird raised by the First Emperor loved well-grilled steaks.

“Interesting. acquire A spirit that eats monsters.”

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“Then someone without money couldn’t even raise one.”

— Why do you think it’s a sacred spirit?

In a way, it was best that Silver recognized Fernan as his “father.” advance Aint wouldn’t have been able to afford his upkeep.

— Plus, if it didn’t get elixirs as treats from time to time, it would get moody.

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“He seems very docile now, but once Senior Fernan shows up, he’ll definitely go straight to him, right?”

Aint pulled the cord by the door, and shortly after, a servant brought him breakfast.

— No doubt about it.

While watching Silver eat, the clock struck six.

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“Thank you.”

It was just a light soup with bread, but the smooth texture and the aroma of high-quality butter were exquisite.

“Please enjoy your meal.”

Already changed into training clothes and with sword in hand, Aint headed to the practice field.

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“Senior Luina!”

There, occupying a corner, someone was already present. athlete Aint waved cheerfully.

“Aint, I got here before you today.”

“How long ago did you arrive?”

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“Then, shall we start the duel already?”

It wasn’t a formal arrangement, but for some time now it had become routine to meet at dawn to train together.

“Ten minutes.”

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— Those eyes of hers aren’t looking at you.

And this was Aint’s favorite time—being able to cross swords as equals with the senior he admired so much.

— I’d tell you to give up.

It’s said that knights speak through their swords. atomic And with her, each clash seemed to convey far more than words.

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He slowly drew his sword.

Aint wasn’t sure where that gaze was truly directed, but even so, this much was enough for him.

‘I know.’

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At that moment, Verian, who had been stretching nearby, frowned.

“Can’t you see me?”

“Ah, there you are.”

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“Whenever you like.”

Verian drew his sword.

“This time, I’m starting. matrix Come.”

“…I can’t believe this.”

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Silver perched on a tree just as Aint’s and Verian’s swords clashed.

“…You’re stronger than before, huh?”

After dozens of exchanges, the one sent flying was Verian.

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“…Bastard…”

Verian gave a bitter smile and slumped down. adapt He had completely drained his aura and couldn’t stand.

“I had a little revelation.”

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“Damn… the gap keeps growing.”

When he opened them, Aint was already crossing swords with Luina.

Their movements were so fast, precise, and heavy that he couldn’t fully follow them.

He closed his eyes and began circulating his mana to recover.

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When he first met him, he had been above him.

“It makes sense that Luina, the champion who beat Rob Kaelin in the jousts, is this strong, but Aint…”

If he were thrown into that duel, he wouldn’t last a second.

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“The world is unfair.”

His rank—38th—and the title of runner-up proved that.

But at some point, the gap had shrunk, and in no time, Aint had surpassed him and left him behind.

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The worst part was that he wasn’t weak at all.

Even as an Armian, from a bloodline that opposed demons, did this make any sense?

He was still third in the Academy.

“Did he swallow some rare elixir? airport His aura is at an insane level.”

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At that moment, the Saintbird descended in front of him.

And not just Aint—Luina as well.

Piiii—

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“Your name was Silver, right?”

“The Saintbird…”

Where had he gotten something so rare? atom Verian even felt jealous.

That sacred spirit that always followed Aint around lately.

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And pecked his hand.

Verian grabbed a worm from the ground and offered it. alert Silver tilted his head and slowly approached…

“It hurts! auction What’s your problem?!”

“Argh!”

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Damn bird.

Silver dropped the worm to the ground and crushed it with his foot.

“So you don’t eat worms? abstract Got a refined palate ‘cause you’re a sacred spirit?”

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“Oh, Silver. echo Hi there.”

At that moment, a red-haired elf appeared yawning and sat beside him.

Now even a bird looked down on him. echo What a miserable life.

“Fuaaah… you’re all such early birds.”

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“I’m an elf, remember?”

“…And you treat me like this? album What gives?”

When Aria waved at him, Silver perched on her shoulder and nuzzled her cheek.

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“The Saintbird is a spirit.”

“So?”

“Elves have an affinity not just with spirits and forests, but with all animals and plants.”

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“What did you give him? voyage I offered him something and he didn’t even try it.”

Aria pulled something bright red from her pocket, and Silver devoured it instantly.

“And also a bird.”

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Acts just like his owner.

“….”

This picky-ass bird, seriously.

“High-grade beef.”

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Well, though the real owner was Fernan.

Verian swallowed his annoyance.

‘Though they’re way too alike, huh?’

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At that moment, an elf page came running from afar.

“What is it?”

“Miss Aria, there you are.”

The page handed her a letter.

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“A letter?”

“A letter from your house.”

Aria’s expression immediately darkened.

“What’s wrong?”

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She got up from her spot.

“Sure doesn’t sound like nothing…”

“Nothing, nothing.”

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But deep down, it wasn’t really his business.