Judgment
by Afuhfuihgs
Everyone was shocked by Ellie’s statement that space expansion magic was destroying the Demon Realm. Except for Raelan, who pointed out Ellie’s words in a cold voice.
,I have a question about that. If space expansion magic was really a plan that the cult had been preparing for a long time, then Alex Floyd, the founding principal of Transcendence Academy, who created space expansion magic, would be linked to the cult. But you must know that the cult did not exist in his final years.”
Ellie nodded and drew three round circles on the blackboard. And wrote the numbers 1, 2, and 3 in each circle.
,That’s right. Alex Floyd created space expansion magic. However, the space magic we use now is a magic that maintains the basic framework but has a different composition of formulas, born from countless improvements to the space expansion magic created by Alex Floyd.”
Ellie pointed to the circle labeled 1 with chalk and said.
,The initial space expansion magic was used in basements with sufficient space around them. Because space is absolute, even if it is distorted, collapses, or is cut off, it must exist there in the end. This number 1 increases by using the space’s margin, so it does not violate the laws of nature.”
Ellie drew an arrow to the right next to circle number 1, pointing to circle number 2, and continued her explanation.
,However, the second improved space expansion magic eliminated the condition that there must be spare space. It became possible to use it freely in living rooms or stores, not just basements. However, it only increased the space itself with the power of magic stones, so efficiency and stability were very low. But it did not violate the laws of nature, so it did not affect the Demon Realm.”
Ellie drew a line with chalk and stopped at the circle labeled 3.
,I think everyone knows why the space expansion magic we use now has spread widely across the continent over the past few decades.”
At Ellie’s question, Eunice murmured quietly.
,Because the Church… disclosed the improved space expansion magic to everyone without any conditions.”
,That’s right, but the cult and the Church are clear enemies. But how could the Church spread space expansion magic that causes chaos in the Demon Realm? I used Modest’s intelligence to investigate what happened. And I found out. The cult deliberately made a believer with information about space expansion magic fall into the hands of the Church.”
Conrad nodded as if he understood Ellie’s explanation.
,The Church would have been very tempted. Because they can use space expansion magic safely without any restrictions. Even if they knew that chaos would occur in the Demon Realm as a result, the cult aimed for the fact that the Church, which hates demons, would not care at all.”
,That’s accurate. The Church has had a huge impact on people’s lives by making space expansion magic available to everyone. Thanks to this, the Church’s influence has grown enormously throughout the continent, and the cult has been able to easily spread the poison they created throughout the continent using the power of the Church. Cafes, academies, homes… Now, space expansion magic is commonly seen everywhere.”
After Ellie finished speaking, everyone fell silent. Even if it was the cult’s poison, space expansion magic had already deeply permeated everyone’s lives for decades. Eunice, who was worried, opened her mouth.
,Is there a way to reverse the chaos?”
,Right now… I don’t really know. I need more research. I think we need to solve the fundamental problem first.”
,It will be impossible to ban space expansion magic. It has already become an essential magic that is so useful in people’s lives.”
,…That’s why the Demon King hates humans. Because humans are gnawing away at the world they live in for the sake of mere convenience.”
At Ellie’s words, Eunice closed her mouth and lowered her gaze. While everyone was wondering how to solve this problem, Raelan, who had been quietly watching the situation, glanced at Ross and clapped his hands.
,We know the cult’s plan, and we’ve realized what the chaos is. The Demon King can’t move right now anyway. Then there’s no need to worry about it.”
Ellie frowned at Raelan’s words.
,But―”
,Our current goal is to obtain the Holy Grail and revive Luna. Re-entering the labyrinth is a matter of life and death. I guess you guys have time to focus on other things.”
No one could answer Raelan’s cold voice. Raelan, who looked at his colleagues’ faces one by one, fixed his gaze on Ross, who was wearing a mask.
,What do you think, Ju-gun-nim? Should we be worried about the chaos right now?”
,….”
Ross rested his chin on his hand. After a moment of silence, Ross soon said in an indifferent voice.
,Roel will solve the chaos.”
Raelan wore an interesting expression.
,…Hooh, that’s another point of view. Is there a reason why you said that?”
,That’s because, it’s the flow of the story. We just need to focus on the Holy Grail.”
Ellie, who was making a dumbfounded face at Ross’s words, asked.
,Flow? Don’t gloss over it with such vague words, explain it exactly. Chaos is a real problem that can destroy the world.”
Ross’s gaze turned to Ellie. Ellie, who met his eyes, felt that the blue eyes under the mask were like those of a different person.
,…When all the stories are over, the child born between Roel and the Demon King can solve the chaos. So, we don’t worry about it.”
,W-what are you talking about…?”
Just like Ellie, who was flustered, the other colleagues did not understand Ross’s words. A child born between Roel and the Demon King, even if they recalled the memories Ross had conveyed, there was no such information.
But Raelan twisted one corner of his mouth as if he completely understood Ross’s words.
,It’s not a simple prediction, but reading the flow of plausibility. The problem of interfering with Roel’s beautiful ending, which has reached a happy ending, can be solved by the action of natural plausibility. That is the plausibility that the Demon King, who became a woman in this world, can create with Roel.”
Raelan, who was smiling happily, touched his forehead and said.
,Keukeuke, our Ju-gun-nim has grown tremendously in the past few days.”
,….”
,Well, I think I know the reason for that growth.”
When Ross did not answer, Raelan shrugged and turned his gaze to Conrad.
,You must have something to explain to us too.”
Conrad, frowning, opened his mouth with a sigh.
,…Hoo, yes. I became the temporary principal of Transcendence for a year at Nelson’s request. Since Ellie’s relationship with the lily has been exposed, I judged that the cult would definitely target the academy students who entered the labyrinth. So, with the authority of the principal, I canceled the plan for Transcendence to participate in the labyrinth.”
At those words, Eunice, Ellie, and Lamine looked at each other with surprised faces. Raelan, as if he already knew, said to everyone without any change in expression.
,That must have been the plan from the beginning. Anyway, Frax will continue to stay at the academy as before to protect the students in case of an emergency.”
Raelan, who deliberately glanced at Ross, continued to speak.
,The Coordinator will no longer enter the labyrinth with us. Even if Eunice and Lamine join, it will be difficult to replace the Coordinator’s vacancy. So, I will have my younger sibling join the rescue team.”
Ellie blinked and said with a surprised face.
,If it’s your sibling… Could it be, Professor Lykan…?”
,His skills are good, but his brain is bad, so he will be a good horse to control.”
Raelan turned his head and looked straight at Ross.
,Are you going to refuse Lykan’s joining?”
When Ross shook his head silently, Raelan nodded and said.
,Then convey the memories to Lykan. He’s a stupid guy, so he’ll definitely be happy to share the burden on his disciple’s shoulders.”
Raelan, who let out a sneer, said to everyone.
,Lykan can’t join right away because he entered the labyrinth late. Remember that Lykan will join from the 4th floor, and right now we have to safely conquer the 3rd floor with only the people here. Everyone will have 미리 파악하고 있을 거다…. 그래, 자리에 없었던 라미네와 유니스는 대화가 끝나면 로스에게 기억을 전달받도록.”
Lamine and Eunice slowly lowered their raised hands. Raelan, who frowned and sighed like a professor looking at a slow learner, continued to speak.
,It is expected that it will be convenient for individuals to meet the conditions to escape from the 3rd floor. But for safety, we will pair up two people in advance.”
Raelan got up from his seat, went to the mobile blackboard, erased what was written on it, and wrote the paired names with chalk.
[Lamine – Eunice]
[Ross – Ellie]
[Raelan]
Lamine, who was looking at the writing on the blackboard, opened her mouth.
,Are you going to be okay alone? It might be more efficient for Raelan-nim to be with Eunice and me to be alone.”
,I know that running away is your specialty. It would be good for me to be by Eunice’s side for her growth.”
At Raelan’s words, Eunice made a horrified face and gave Ross a look asking for help. But before Ross could help, Raelan’s rebuttal came first.
,But that’s a stupid thing that doesn’t even look one step ahead. The 3rd floor is an individual battle that requires cooperation. It will be more efficient for two inferior people to hold hands and rely on each other than for me, who is superior. And I am the strongest individual among these people. I judged that it would be best for me to be alone for everyone’s safety.”
Raelan, who glared at Lamine with a contemptuous gaze, said.
,Know your place before you offer an opinion, slow learner.”
Ellie glanced at Eunice and asked with her mouth, ‘He’s annoying, right?’ and Eunice nodded vigorously.
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