Chapter 74: New Possibilities and Mirko Academy

A tight week has passed.

During this time, I made some adjustments to Lucia’s research on the medicinal potion she had been postponing, gradually started learning magic, and over the weekend, I met Benjamin and also passed on Hossan’s swords.

In Lucia’s case, the research was still time-consuming, so there was no immediate solution, but there was progress in magic.

Swoosh.

Magic other than the earth element, which I was trying for the first time.

Something made of flames blossomed in the air.

‘Although it’s still at the basic magic level, perhaps due to my mana talent, I can quickly progress to the intermediate level.’

I learned fire element magic first because it had a good compatibility with the earth element magic, which is the mainstream for me now.

‘However, maybe due to the nature of my mana, the firepower is not that impressive.’

Despite the rapid increase in magical proficiency, the firepower was weak, possibly due to the influence of dark magic and its inherent nature. I was deeply analyzing Salem’s mana waves to overcome this, but I wasn’t sure if I would achieve the desired results.

‘More importantly…’

What mattered was not that.

Swoosh.

The reason I wanted to learn elemental magic from other categories, even if the firepower was slightly lower.

I drew Galakshur and infused mana into it.

The black mana instantly wrapped around the sword and flickered.

‘Once I arrange the mana here and input the formula…’

My head spun.

But after enduring and finishing the calculations, the blade of Galakshur, which had just been black in colour, was engulfed in black flames and started to burn fiercely.

‘The fusion of magic and sword.’

Actually, I had tried several times in the game and failed miserably.

However, this time, I succeeded without a hitch.

‘The answer was ‘vessel’.’

If I had been in a ‘dual core’ state, I would have failed again.

In fact, I had attempted ‘dual core’ with all the characters I tried in the game, but I had never succeeded.

‘I can use magic with the mana used for the sword. However, this can’t be used recklessly.’

First of all, the required concentration was enormous.

Just focusing on activating the body and pouring mana into the sword was already overwhelming, not to mention the complex arrangement of mana and formulas; it felt like my mind was overloaded.

‘But if I can use it properly, it’ll be amazing.’

I swung the sword at the training doll in the personal training room.

Then, as the neatly beheaded doll transitioned into a toppled state, the black flames transferred and began to engulf it.

It was a combo attack in one strike.

”Vessel’ is a unique attribute. Only I, in this world, can mix magic and the sword like this.’

There might be others who can do it simultaneously.

For instance, Salem could use martial arts and magic at the same time.

However, the fusion in this manner was solely my technique.

Apart from this, while the types of magic were diverse, the number of applicable magic was not that extensive.

‘But what’s important here is that I can create new magic.’

Firstly, I had to learn all the basic magic that could be laid as a foundation.

Based on that, I could obtain or evolve talents related to magic, and after that, I could create magic suitable for using with the sword or fusion magic.

‘Easy to say.’

Looking at it now, while the words were grand, the road to reaching that level seemed obscure and distant.

For now, I had no choice but to diligently learn magic.

‘Meanwhile, if I make and consume potions, I should gain talents, so it won’t take too long.’

First, I needed to make potions using the ingredients obtained from the assembly.

The potions I created were items that granted ‘talents.’

Among these numerous talents, I focused on talents related to ‘magical power.’

To achieve this, I decided to temporarily halt my sword training.

Deschuren’s sword technique, the selfless sword, was at a standstill, so there was no sign of growth if I continued training immediately.

‘Still, I need to keep exercising regularly.’

I tidied up the place and left the private training room.

The cool air outside cooled the sweat on my body.

Tomorrow, the exchange event with the Mirko Academy would begin.

It was an unexpected scenario that wasn’t originally planned, but I wasn’t particularly anxious.

Just as usual. I would just do my best.

.

.

.

.

After the morning lectures, Vivianne was filled with excitement that she hadn’t felt in a long time as she headed somewhere.

The place she was heading to was the administrative district.

It was on her way to welcome the students coming for a tour from the Mirko Academy.

‘And Adrias is coming too.’

However, Vivianne had no interest whatsoever in the Mirko Academy at the moment.

Her mind was solely filled with thoughts of meeting Adrias.

The exchange event proposed by the headmaster, Deos, a few days ago didn’t really pique her interest.

However, when she heard that the participants who had shown their prowess in the recent tournament would be attending the exchange event, her initial concern was whether Adrias would also be participating.

‘Will it be alright?’

As she arrived at the train station, she momentarily drew her sword and tidied her reflection in the blade.

While checking if there was any mess in her appearance before the train arrived, she began to worry about what expression she should make when meeting Adrias.

‘Should I smile?’

She tried to put on a smile, but she felt that her face looked a bit darker when reflected in the sword.

However, that attempt at a smile seemed forced, like smiling under duress.

‘If only I were as cute as Lucia.’

Not satisfied with how her expression looked, she made a sulking face but then forced herself to smile again.

Thump Thump

As the sound of the train approaching echoed, Vivianne did her best to put on a natural smile until the very end.

Whoosh.

The train came to a complete stop, and the magically operated automatic doors opened.

And from the opened doors, a familiar voice flowed out.

“Vivianne?”

Vivianne, who was still practicing various expressions while looking at herself reflected in the sword, was taken aback and lifted her head in surprise.

Then she saw Adrias, who was tilting his head at her.

“Uh, uh, uh…”

Startled, Vivianne opened her mouth and stuttered, and Adrias raised his hand to shake it first.

“Yes. Hello. Long time no see. You’re taking the train, right?”

She quickly nodded her head and got on the train.

The sword she had been holding was now quietly back in its sheath.

“Is Vivianne also attending the exchange event?”

“Yeah.”

“Then we can go together, I suppose.”

“Adrias.”

“Yes.”

Suddenly calling Adrias’ name, Vivianne looked straight at his face and gave him a subtle smile.

“Hello.”

“Yes? Yes.”

Adrias turned his gaze away from Vivianne’s unexpected smile and then looked back at her.

Her smile was particularly impactful, given that she always had an expressionless face and it was hard to gauge what she was thinking.

After a brief awkward silence and as the train started to move, Adrias spoke again.

“It’s a bit late, but congratulations on the second place. I’m sorry I couldn’t come to congratulate you in advance.”

“It’s fine. Don’t worry about it. You were sick, Adrias.”

Even though Adrias had already been declared recovered, he strangely felt a sense of guilt from Vivianne’s words.

After a moment of contemplation, he cautiously asked while observing Vivianne looking out the window, “Did you come straight after the morning lectures?”

“Yeah.”

“Have you had lunch by any chance?”

“No. Not yet.”

Vivianne had hurried to the train station right after the lectures had ended, knowing she could see Adrias.

Coincidentally, Adrias had also planned to catch a meal in Alven Street after a long time, so he boarded the train right away.

“Well, since there’s still time, would you like to have lunch together? I can treat you to a meal to celebrate.”

“Lunch?”

Vivianne’s eyes widened, and Adrias nodded in response.

“Yes. Are you not hungry?”

“No. I’m really hungry. Very hungry.”

Vivianne’s urgent words made her eyes sparkle.

Adrias, slightly taken aback by her reaction but not showing it, continued, “Then, for now, let’s have lunch in Alven Street and then head to the administrative district.”

“Yeah.”

As Alven Street was closer than the administrative district, they got off the train quickly.

Once they got off the train, the streets looked deserted, perhaps because they had set off right after their morning lectures.

Adrias subtly glanced at Vivianne, considering which restaurant to go to.

‘Still she’s Vivian. I haven’t properly repaid her for everything she’s done, so I should at least treat her to an expensive meal.’

Adrias mustered his resolve and spoke to Vivian.

“I heard there’s a restaurant called ‘Alfonso’s Star’ that’s really good. Shall we go there? Have you been there before?”

“No. I haven’t. I’m fine with anywhere.”

The two of them then headed for “Alfonso’s Star,” the most upscale restaurant in Alven Street.

The restaurant was magnificent from its exterior, resembling a luxurious private mansion. It had a spacious garden, a beautiful building, and even a small pond behind it.

After mentally calculating the colossal scale of the place, Adrias, trying to convince himself that it was okay, entered the restaurant.

“It’s beautiful.”

Vivianne, simply happy to be walking and dining with Adrias, watched the restaurant’s scenery with genuine interest.

As they stood in front of the restaurant building, an employee approached who seemed to be a staff member.

“Do you have a reservation?”

“No, we don’t.”

“Are you two dining with us?”

“Yes.”

“Then, please follow me.”

Guided by the staff member, they entered the restaurant, where a small fountain and a small band playing music welcomed them.

Around the time Adrias was mentally estimating how expensive things were going to get, he noticed other diners within the restaurant.

“Uh? Student Adrias!”

Just as he realized that there were indeed other customers in the restaurant, someone called out Adrias’ name.

Turning to confirm who had called him, Adrias saw none other than Morgan, a direct employee of Deos.

Morgan was accompanied by around ten people, and Adrias immediately recognized who they were.

‘Mirko Academy.’

They must have arrived first and were having a meal.

Adrias intended to just nod at Morgan, pretending he knew him, and pass by, but Morgan continued to speak.

“Both Adrias and Vivianne students are here! Since both of you will be participating in the exchange event anyway, why don’t you greet the Mirko Academy students in advance? Oh! How about joining them and having the meal together?”

Adrias was also curious deep down.

One of the playable characters from the Mirko Academy, Keshrun Violga.

Was he among those people?

‘But right now, it’s an opportunity to treat Vivianne to a meal in return.’

Since they would soon be sharing greetings with the Mirko Academy students during the event in the administrative district, did he really need to squeeze in here?

And if they joined them for the meal, it might dilute the meaning of treating Vivianne to a meal.

Adrias wanted to decline and step back.

“Sorry, but…”

“Just a moment!”

At that moment, someone who appeared to be a student from the Mirko Academy stood up and began to waddle over.

‘Waddle?’

As Adrias’ thoughts briefly passed through his mind, a plump figure approached Vivianne and spoke.

He was adorned with flashy jewelry all over his body, reflecting light to the point of dazzling.

“You’re quite charming. Are you also a student here?”

With an arrogant tone, the figure addressed Vivianne. Adrias remembered him.

The character who had always been an obstacle whenever he played as Keshrun in the Mirko Academy.

‘Prince Grace Mayern of the Mayern Kingdom, where the Mirko Academy is located.’

Adrias’ emotions cooled instantly upon seeing Prince Grace.

Source: Webnovel.com, updated by NovelKeep