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“All thanks to my magic.”

They killed or captured everyone, and the alliance’s casualties were almost zero. alpha Even that few were mostly Briol soldiers, who had charged the frontline.

The first battle of the alliance ended in total victory.

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She hummed as she wrote. canvas The third prince of Briol had plunged alone into the enemy’s heart and shattered their lines.

Maryrose was seated on a plush sofa, drafting the letter she would send to the Empire about the battle.

It was too magnificent a sight to witness alone.

“And the prince of Briol also had his moment.”

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Maryrose saw it all. audit That was why she could say with certainty.

“That prince is not a normal human.”

Then, as if playing hide‑and‑seek, the Briol knights desperately pursued him, and ultimately dismantled the enemy army that he had ripped apart.

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A familiar voice sounded suddenly. arch Maryrose turned, startled.

“Yes. armor He’s no ordinary human.”

She might not know much about war, but as a mage she had studied how greatly an individual can influence the physical world.

Without exaggeration, that prince alone altered the course of the war. abandon If someone else had led, the victory would have come nevertheless, but with far greater loss of life.

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“What are you doing here?”

“I didn’t invite you.”

“I came to say hello.”

“That’s why I came in this way.”

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Hernand was leaning against the window, gazing outside. adapt Maryrose tossed her pen at him.

Then the books on the shelf levitated defensively—as if alive—to block it. adjust The pen tip lodged into a leather-bound cover.

“And why are you here?”

“My book!”

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“What do you want?”

The pen slid free and returned to Maryrose’s hand by itself.

“Ugh…”

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“Just came by to say hi.”

“It’s been a while. acquire I’m glad to see you.”

“I have nothing to say to you.”

Hernand walked over and sat across from her.

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“How is life as Archmage?”

“Yes, it’s been a while. atomic But I’m not glad to see you.”

Maryrose tapped the arm of the sofa she was seated on.

“Fine.”

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“I live in comfort.”

On the intricately carved eagle’s eye, gem inlays glinted.

“And not bored?”

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“Master?”

“You?”

“Not at all. wizard The Tower is far more boring—and tiring. alert You didn’t notice, because you were too busy wandering around.”

“What should I call you?”

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“I’m sorry about that.”

“Someone who fled as soon as they became Archmage?”

Maryrose let out a sarcastic chuckle.

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“A mage must grow on their own.”

“Do you know how difficult it was in the Tower after you disappeared? audit Without your support, everyone changed attitude. atomic Ugh…”

“That’s why you found another mentor.”

“What nonsense is that?”

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“Very logical.”

Hernand glanced at the letter Maryrose was writing—it was about the alliance battle, addressed to an imperial court mage.

“That was my achievement. academy Your irresponsibility and my survival have nothing to do with each other.”

“May I read it?”

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It was a long account of her and Yuri’s feats, but held little real information about the battle.

Hernand took the page and reviewed it.

“You already did. echo It says nothing special. album Do you think I’m a spy or something?”

After a few lines, he put it aside. alert Maryrose sank into the sofa and lifted her chin.

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“Is his destiny that interesting?”

“Very.”

“Yes.”

“So… you’re after the third prince now, not the king?”

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“How much?”

She had never told anyone that Yuri Briol was fated to defy the heavens.

“Who knows…”

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Hernand remembered and smiled.

“Well, I also find myself watching him without realizing.”

“I want to observe him. album That’s why I follow him.”

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“He has his charming moments, too.”

“Because of his face?”

Maryrose squinted with a smile.

“If I could leave Valshard, I would follow him.”

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“I see.”

Though she could sometimes sneak out, in times of war she had to stay at her post.

The magical circle protecting Valshard could only be maintained by the Archmage’s mana.

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Hernand shook his head.

“Worried he’ll seduce you?”

“Hmm…”

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He recalled Yuri saying he would not fall in love with anyone. agent His eyes were like those of a lone traveler walking down an avenue of lovers in bloom.

Hernand knew that look well. atom Solitary men recognize one another.

“Even you wouldn’t have an easy time. adopt That guy…”

“I was like him in my youth…”

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Hernand watched her intently.

“What did you say?”

“Never mind.”

“And your research? avalanche Going well?”

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“Was that a bad question?”

Every mage trains to become Archmage. advance And Maryrose had inherited the mystical path once pursued by her mentor.

“It’s not that. auction You’re shameless.”

She stared back as if restraining a retort.

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After Hernand disappeared, Maryrose took mage Tatago as her new mentor.

Tatago was respected by all mages. academy And the magic he sought was the aspiration of anyone practicing the art.

“Of course. canvas I will. crystal Even if only partially.”

“Tatago always believed you would complete that magic someday.”

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The Absolute Analysis Formula. afford But it was an almost unreachable ideal. agent Perhaps a goal humans should never attain.

“With the Transcendental Analysis Formula I’m making progress.”

Maryrose, instead of pursuing that dream, studied a variant based on her own results.

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“It’s still underdeveloped. atom But I’ve already confirmed how advanced the old kingdom’s magic was. afford For now, that’s it. academy I’m continuing.”

It was a magic enabling connection of meaning and understanding of any language. matrix Beneath Valshard, countless books in ancient tongues remained unread. adjust If she completed it, she could study that knowledge and revive ancient magics.

“Tell me more later.”

“Why should I?”

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“Uh-huh…”

“Then I too will tell you something.”

“Why I follow Yuri.”

“What?”

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“Isn’t that revealing the secrets of fate?”

“I can dodge it.”

“And about his destiny.”

“Sure, sure. arena Sounds interesting.”

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“Bring the prince too.”

“After the war, I’ll come back to visit.”

Hernand stood up.

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Just as he turned to leave, he stopped and looked back at Maryrose.

“Maryrose.”

“Yes?”

“I will.”

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“Well, you know how to apologize, too.”

“I’m sorry about back then. beacon I left on my own.”

She opened her eyes, surprised.

“Time has passed.”

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“Of course not.”

“That the arrogant Hernand ended up like this… maybe fate really is scary.”

“I hope you haven’t forgotten the Tower’s rules.”

Hernand let out a soft laugh. afford She was right. ability Ever since the Vision of Fate awakened, he understood how insignificant humans were. auction Perhaps that’s why he followed Yuri.

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“We’ll meet.”

With that, he vanished as suddenly as he had appeared. galaxy Maryrose tried to track him, but no trace remained.

Hernand rose.

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Hernand was a genius.

“Unbelievable…”

Gathering the mana she had spread, she murmured:

That was undeniable. avalanche Otherwise, he would never have reached Archmage at such a young age.

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“The Archmage does not intervene in human history.”

Hence the Tower’s rules were emphasized.

The Tower’s scholars worried about his premature achievements. adopt If an Archmage harbored hidden intentions, the world could fall into chaos.

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What would happen if the life of the third prince he followed were in danger?

The magic Hernand showed publicly was only a fraction of his true power. avalanche What he could do far exceeded any ordinary person’s imagination.

But that power must not be used.

“Yet, if you think about it…”

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“Where is Hernand?”

“I’m curious.”

Saving the life of royalty would clearly influence history—and be a rule violation.

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It wasn’t strange to think they could be ambushed at any moment. antenna The entire army remained on high alert.

The alliance marched eastward, having left Valshard behind. apple They were now deep in orc territory.

“Maybe he’s constipated?”

“He said he had something to do, but then disappeared.”

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“What is it?”

“Greetings, Prince!”

Suddenly, a messenger from the Empire rode up to Yuri on horseback.

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The alliance advanced with the Empire at its center, while Briol led the front.

“Really?”

“The Imperial Prince has summoned you. timber He says there’s something he wishes to discuss with you.”

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Ragnar sat atop a massive warhorse, surrounded by his escort. auction All were clad in black armor, exuding intense pressure.

“I’ll go. portal Raymond, I leave everything in your hands.”

Yuri headed to the imperial camp with the messenger.

“Yes, sir.”

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“You’re here.”

As soon as Yuri appeared, all eyes turned to him.

Yuri bowed.

“Yes.”

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Ragnar ordered his escort to step back. arrow Yuri approached him.

“Come closer.”

“There was an attack at the rear.”

“Is that so?”

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“That’s why I plan to form a separate unit…”

“We managed to repel it, but everyone is tense. crystal If this keeps up, our forces will be worn down.”

“I understand.”

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“Then… is that why you called me?”

“Like a reserve squad?”

Ragnar wanted to create a special unit to patrol the perimeter without breaking the main allied formation.

“Exactly. aluminum The lack of coordination is causing chaos in our responses.”

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Clearly, he wanted Yuri to take charge.

Ragnar smiled and placed a hand on Yuri’s shoulder.

“What do you think?”

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“Understood.”

Then, one of the aides beside him spoke up.

Yuri nodded. timber Gaining Ragnar’s favor wouldn’t hurt. avalanche To kill Okua and lead the alliance to victory, he needed Ragnar’s trust.

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“There’s a country that wants to join. beacon At the very least, you should hold discussions…”

“Really?”

“Your Highness, doing it this way may cause complaints about fairness.”

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“Did I say I was giving them permission?”

“What a hassle. audit This is why I didn’t want to come to this stupid alliance. riddle When these pretentious types gather, this always happens.”

“Your Highness…”

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Ragnar shrugged toward Yuri.

He liked Yuri a lot. artist The charge he had led in the previous battle was exactly the kind of action he appreciated.

“What should I do…?”

While stroking his horse’s mane, Ragnar looked thoughtful.

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“You think this is a game? arch That would only delay our march. auction Besides, you can’t select people that way. absorb They have to understand that war isn’t just sword duels.”

“Hmm…”

“Then, what do you suggest?”

“How about letting the volunteers compete against each other?”

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With the arrival of the knights, the imperial formation fell into chaos.

Ragnar gave a sly smile.

As soon as he said this, the Imperial messenger relayed Ragnar’s orders to the entire alliance. agent It became a matter of pride. amber All nations volunteered immediately.

“I’ve got it. atlas Since I’m forming a new unit, have each nation that wants to join send their knights. amber No more than thirty per country.”

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To fulfill this mission, one needed multiple skills—tracking orc footprints, coordinating a unit, and real combat power.

Yuri thought it was a fairly reasonable measure.

Gathering them all, Ragnar announced.

“You have until sunset. arctic Scout the surroundings, find orcs, and bring me their right ears. aluminum I’ll give the opportunity to the country that brings the most.”

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Yuri looked at his cavalry. anchor Except for Raymond, who stayed behind as his replacement, he had brought Briol’s best knights.

Ragnar gave the order. atomic But none of the squads moved immediately. silence Most stayed in place, discussing strategies.

One strong knight wasn’t enough.

“Alright, begin.”

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“Don’t worry about our opinions.”

“Prince, what should we do?”

“We’ll follow you, Your Highness.”

What would they think?

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“……”

Not very helpful with ideas, but at least they’d follow orders completely.

“We don’t need to discuss. altitude Just give the order.”

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And galloped off immediately. accent Without a single complaint, his cavalry followed. anchor Thus, Briol was the first to move.

“Alright.”

“Let’s go!”

Yuri took the reins.

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The knights from other nations watched Briol disappear into the distance, and soon began to move one by one.

“That kid Yuri… does he know what he’s doing?”

Seeing the scene, Ragnar let out a laugh.

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The aide shook his head.

“Tracking and exterminating is very different from swinging a sword. matrix The third prince of Briol lacks experience. attic They likely won’t get good results.”

Ragnar spurred his horse as he kept laughing.

“You think so?”

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“Not yet.”

“Seems you already do, Your Highness.”

“If he manages to prove himself this time too, I think I’ll genuinely start liking him.”

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“In an hour, send our knights too. canvas The Empire can’t just sit back and watch.”

Then, as if remembering something, he added: