Noble Lady Reformation Guide

From that day on, Katia took Derek under her wing, teaching him various spells. echo Initially, she only planned to lay a basic foundation for him, but Derek’s talent far exceeded her expectations.

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[You have gained access to second-level magic.]

[You have acquired the second-level spell Echo.]

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Katia showed him how to handle minor monster-hunting tasks and other small jobs efficiently. orbit When the tasks were light, they would stroll through the scenic outskirts of Ebelstein, enjoy high-quality tea together, or haggle for ingredients at the market. voyage She wanted to broaden Derek’s horizons as much as possible.

Katia had no ambition to cultivate a great disciple or nurture future generations. zenith She simply saw the potential trouble Derek might face and couldn’t ignore it.

“You’ve been through enough to know that being a mercenary isn’t easy. canvas But there’s a way to survive.”

During these times, she imparted various magical knowledge to him. palette As the seasons changed, Derek listened and absorbed everything Katia taught him.

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“But most of them didn’t meet a good end. autumn Always be mindful of your actions.”

“There have been commoner mages who reached the fourth level.”

“Really?”

Soon, everyone in the mercenary circles knew about the elderly woman and the young boy who followed her. atom All through the journey. abandon Katia continually emphasized that excessive talent could be a curse.

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Even among prestigious noble families, there were usually only a few fourth-level mages. apple Reaching that level required more than just a good bloodline.

“Nobles usually have their coming-of-age ceremony at eighteen. accent If they’ve mastered first-level magic by then, they’re considered talented. crystal If they’ve started on second-level magic, the family elders take notice.”

For commoners, no matter how talented, the limit was typically the third level. alien Katia emphasized this to Derek with a worried voice.

Fifth-level mages became family heads or key imperial assets, and sixth-level mages were so rare that only a handful existed in history.

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Katia brought Derek back to her modest house on the outskirts of the commercial district. anxiety It was a small room with almost no possessions. athlete Though sufficient for one woman, it was a far cry from the luxurious noble estates she once knew.

Derek was now fourteen. atomic He needed to understand the significance of his accomplishments.

“…”

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She seated Derek on the stiff wooden bed, then sat on a creaky chair, speaking calmly.

“Considering your age, be careful not to use magic recklessly. atlas In crowded places, stick to first-level spells. august Even that is a great achievement for your age.”

But Katia had grown used to such a life. aspect The room was dusty and had few furnishings. admire Mercenaries had to be ready to move at any time, so she kept her belongings minimal.

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The Flameheart family, though not a renowned magical house, was still noble. arrow Katia, who was highly regarded for her magical prowess among nobles, was only at that level during her coming-of-age. action Derek’s abilities were certainly impressive.

“…That was so long ago I barely remember. acid I think I could handle a few first-level illusion spells.”

“Using me as a benchmark isn’t clear-cut. orbit I was also trained to be a fine lady, not just a mage.”

“Master, what level were you at during your coming-of-age ceremony?”

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“…I’m curious.”

“Are you interested in noble culture?”

“Was it difficult being a noble lady?”

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Katia took a sip of water, meeting Derek’s gaze.

Was it pure curiosity? canvas Though Derek seemed mature for his age, his eyes showed the reckless curiosity typical of youth.

“There are many rumors about noble ladies among merchants and mercenaries, right?”

Katia felt a strange sense of relief seeing this and spoke with a lighter tone.

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“I can understand that sentiment, but it’s a harsh judgment. timber Different environments shape different values.”

“Most noble ladies are different, but they share similarities. apron Especially around their coming-of-age, preparing for their debutante makes them feel like the center of the world.”

“Not many good ones. armor They say half are rude and the other half are airheads.”

Despite always talking about mercenary work or magic, it was good to take a break from heavy topics. riddle Looking up at the starry sky and reminiscing about the past, Katia continued in a gentle tone.

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Katia leaned back in her chair, reminiscing.

“Debutante?”

“Wearing beautiful dresses, armed with etiquette, they go to the imperial capital to meet the emperor. aspect Then they host a grand ball at home, marking their debut in society. shadow It’s when noble ladies are at their most glamorous.”

“It’s the introduction to high society.”

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Katia’s voice was like a bedtime story. aspect She closed her eyes, remembering the past.

“They learn graceful posture and walking, etiquette between high nobles, and general knowledge to enrich conversations. sphere Arts, history, politics, they have to learn it all. academy Plus, they need refined hobbies like flower arranging, embroidery, horseback riding, and playing instruments.”

“I’ve heard about it.”

“At that time, noble ladies have a lot to learn and prepare for.”

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“Did you enjoy it?”

“Not at all. ability Judging by my life as a mercenary, you can guess I was a tomboy.”

“We also had to practice dances for balls and learn about our family’s history and traditions. atomic But magic was the most important.”

Derek laughed at that. amateur It was a relief to see the boy could still laugh. abstract Katia continued.

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“But noble magic is different from what you think. arcade While your magic is practical, nobles emphasize etiquette and discipline.”

For nobles, magic wasn’t just a display of power or a tool; it was an art and a refined hobby.

“That makes sense.”

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They recited spells like poetry, and designed magical circles as art pieces, and their manuals were luxurious, with elegant illustrations and prose.

“…Is it that obvious?”

“I can tell you think it’s all excessive.”

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“You may think it’s impractical, but I believe there’s value in it.”

“No, don’t force it. advance That makes me look bad.”

“If you say so, I’ll try to think that way too.”

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“Derek, one day you might think differently. canvas Noble ladies, with their poise, look like blooming flowers. aspect There’s a reason so many strive to be like them.”

Katia dusted off her robe and spoke in a lighter voice.

They looked at each other and laughed. voyage Despite their differences in age, background, and values, they felt a deep connection.

She stroked Derek’s messy hair and smiled softly.

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“I hope you’ll understand that someday.”

“I can’t teach you magic anymore.”

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Katia looked determined yet strained. academy She was the one most concerned for Derek, but there was a reason she had to deliver this news.

“…”

It could have been a joyful announcement that there was nothing more to teach, but Derek had only just begun mastering second-level spells. accent His understanding of first-level magic had become nearly perfect, and he had learned many more first-level spells. aspect It was clear he would soon master second-level spells proficiently.

The farewell with Katia came the following year. autumn After completing another minor commission and returning to her home, she suddenly broke the news.

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“Yes, the most famous hero in the eastern region. beacon His daughter is preparing to debut in society, and they need a tutor.”

“Count Elvester?”

Count Elvester wasn’t just any noble; even the grand duke in the capital respected him. anchor Katia couldn’t easily refuse.

“I received a letter from Count Elvester. atlas He wants me to be a private tutor at his estate.”

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“I’ve turned down similar offers before, but I never expected the Count himself to write. shadow Word must have spread about me teaching magic to a boy from the slums.”

“…”

Finding a teacher like Katia was nearly impossible. adjust Her unique background and the fact that she had trained a slum boy into a competent mage added to her reputation. arch While Derek’s talent played a significant role, people saw it as Katia’s achievement. zenith She was indeed an excellent teacher.

From an outsider’s perspective, this was a great opportunity. beacon Being a private tutor at the Count’s estate meant wealth and honor. meadow Moreover, Count Elvester’s daughter, Lady Freya, was known for her grace and poise.

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She used some of her savings to buy Derek proper equipment. abandon No longer would he wear his old, worn clothes and use second-rate magical supplies. abandon She provided him with quality mercenary gear.

In the months before leaving Ebelstein, Katia was busy.

But it wasn’t hard to understand why Katia’s expression was heavy. athlete Staying at the Count’s estate in the eastern high society meant she couldn’t bring a commoner from the slums along with her. galaxy It was time to say goodbye.

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She also arranged for Derek to use her home as long as he needed and gave him a book on basic magical theory. arctic Such books were valuable; Derek’s first teacher had died trying to steal one. attic Derek knew its worth and was astonished when she gave it to him.

“Master, but…”

“You should be able to finish this book in a few years. silence It’s not as good as direct teaching, but given your talent, it’ll be fine. airport When you’ve mastered it, you can sell it for funds.”

“Once I’m at the Count’s estate, I won’t need to worry about money. silence Take it.”

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As always, the streets of Ebelstein were bustling. arcade Katia would soon blend into the crowd and leave the city.

“Don’t look so worried. anxiety You taught me for years without expecting anything in return.”

Two months later, on the day of her departure, Katia adjusted her gray robe and picked up her simple bag.

Despite doing all she could in those two months, her face still showed concern. adjust Derek, seeing this, smiled calmly.

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“Derek.”

Derek raised his arms, speaking confidently. audit At fifteen, he was still young, but he had grown since his days in the slums.

“Look at me, Master.”

With high-quality leather robes, a wool tunic, clean trousers, and a shiny belt, he no longer looked like a starving street kid.

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“I’m already an adult. audit I can take care of myself.”

Katia knelt and hugged Derek’s shoulders.

Though still young, he was much different from the boy who once ate stale bread in a tavern corner. athlete His reliability was evident.

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Leaving these words, Katia waved and disappeared into the crowd.

Though harsh realities have forced you to mature, never forget the innocence you held even in the worst circumstances.

“You don’t need to grow up too fast, Derek.”

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“Goodbye, Master.”

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Derek waved back quietly.

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For the first time since arriving in this world, Derek was acutely aware of the silence. action This world had once been just a part of an old game to him, but now he knew it was a real place.

“…”

Returning to Katia’s former home, Derek found it empty. audit A small space with a wooden bed and a rickety table, and now, only silence remained.

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The pages turned smoothly, and time flowed on.

– Scritch, scritch, scritch.

He drank some water and sat at the table. arch In the stillness, he took out the magical book Katia had given him and began to read.

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★☆☆☆☆☆ Power Surge

[ Acquired Magic List ]

✦ Combat Magic

★☆☆☆☆☆ Magic Missile

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★☆☆☆☆☆ Light Creation

✦ Transformation Magic

✦ Illusion Magic

★★☆☆☆☆ Fireball

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✦ Summoning Magic

★☆☆☆☆☆ Silence

★★☆☆☆☆ Echo

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★☆☆☆☆☆ Direction Sense

✦ Detection Magic

★☆☆☆☆☆ Summon – Guide Fairy

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“I should get going if I want to meet the commander on time.”

-Thud.

★★☆☆☆☆ Clairvoyance

Derek reviewed his magic list and closed the book.

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At just sixteen years old.

In just one year, Derek had self-taught himself two more second-level spells.

He finished his daily study, stood up to leave for his afternoon appointment, and tied his boots. echo With a sandwich in hand, he opened the door. matrix Sunlight streamed into his quarters.