episode_0404

The hotel rented for the Wizard’s Society is one of the few hotels in the United States.

Among them, the best rooms always went to the ‘elders’ of the society.

A table with a board with room numbers on it.

Luxury wines were lined up on top of it.

Aiden, a candidate for the next president of the society, was sitting in front of him and talking to a man.

“Don’t you know? Do you think it makes sense for a bitch like Imsol to have the title of greatest wizard?”

“Hmm… Still, we can’t ignore Im Sol. There are people who value results.”

“But look, I don’t participate in wizard society meetings, and in fact, I’m not particularly talented. I don’t use my body to get involved with women.”

“That’s right. I don’t like that either.”

The elder sitting on the sofa sipped his wine with a wicked smile, and Aiden continued speaking, being careful not to show any emotions on his face.

I felt like something disgusting would come out while talking to these pigs.

Sigh-

Aiden pushed the items he had prepared onto the table.

“This time, the business is going well and quite a lot of top-quality magic stones have been brought in. This is all thanks to the elder. This is my sincerity.”

“Hehe, it was a good thing I entrusted the investigation team to you, Aiden.”

“Please continue to support us in the future. I will also support the elders and correct this society.”

“Okay, I understand. I’ll try my best this time too.”

Aiden bowed his head as he looked at the elder carrying the magic stone in his arms.

‘First of all, I got one vote with this.’

Every year, the Wizards’ Society awards awards to those who present the most outstanding papers.

Although it was only a superficial award with no prizes, the tradition could not be ignored.

It would be a good idea to get one before becoming the president of the society.

In fact, I was confident in the magic Aiden had prepared.

The only thing that bothers me is Im Sol.

If you have at least one of the elders’ votes, you can feel at ease.

In order to become the president of the society, Arthur had to be kept in check, and Lim Sol was one of them.

Imsol was so outstanding.

He was a talent that was not needed for the academic society he wanted to create.

No matter how genius a magician is, he wouldn’t like being in an unrecognized society.

‘And that guy named Lee Ho-yeon….’

A male cadet named Lee Ho-yeon who is making his debut with Im Sol.

In addition to putting your name in a few days before the announcement, there are more than a few suspicious points in your career so far.

The performance was as good as when Im Sol was working as a wizard for a long time.

It seemed like he had a pretty deep relationship with Im Sol, so if he made a mistake, it could give more power to Arthur’s side.

‘Do I have to process it while I’m in the US?’

Aiden recalled the faces of people he had recently met.

The power that enabled him, who runs a secret magic society, to become a candidate for the next president of the society.

It was because of the demons who suddenly contacted me.

They provided funding and power on very good terms.

The only condition is to provide information occasionally.

Maybe you should ask them for a favor.

“Aiden, what are you thinking? You drink too.”

“Oh, yes. I understand.”

Aiden stopped worrying as he took a sip of the drink the elder had poured for him.

*

A cafe on the first floor of the hotel lobby.

Arthur sipped his coffee and changed the topic of conversation.

“Anyway, I’m looking forward to Lee Ho-yeon’s presentation.”

“… Are you talking about Hoyeon again?”

“This is okay. I’m a disciple of the monster Im Sol… No, I’m sorry.”

“Why are you suddenly sorry?”

“No, I decided to be more careful about what I call you. People close to me should be careful about things like this.”

“…? It’s okay to just do what you’re doing.”

Imsol tilted his head.

I don’t get hurt by words like that.

Because I know well that Arthur’s words do not contain any malice.

Arthur looked at Imsol’s face and thought about it for a moment, then smiled sinisterly as if he remembered something interesting.

“Tsk….”

“… What is it? Why are you making that face?”

Imsol slightly distanced himself from Arthur.

When a person makes an expression like that, it’s usually when they’re on the verge of making fun of themselves.

“Wow. Sol has a really good student.”

“Suddenly?”

“Your student said that. He shouldn’t use the word ‘monster’ anymore when it comes to his teacher. That’s why I’m trying to be careful too.”

“… lie.”

“Why would I lie? Wow, this guy who just became an adult thinks so maturely. It almost makes me think I’m the wrong age.”

“……”

Arthur smiled happily and teased Lim Sol.

Because his actions were so proud.

But Imsol couldn’t care about Arthur.

I felt my face slowly getting hotter.

It felt like the emotions hidden deep in his heart were exploding again in the heart of the disciple who was thinking of him even in an unseen place.

Imsol covered his face with both hands, closed his eyes tightly, and stood up.

“Sol. Are you okay?”

“I don’t know. It’s okay. Thank you for listening. I-I have some work to do, so I’ll go.”

Arthur looked worried, but Imsol left as if running away.

Imsol boarded the elevator, ignoring Arthur’s call.

Exciting- Exciting-

‘What is this… .’

Rationally, I knew it wasn’t a big deal, but I couldn’t calm my trembling.

Imsol’s mind could not find peace even after arriving at the suite.

When I had a quick feeling, Ho-yeon Lee was still stuck in the lab.

Part of me wanted to see his face right now, but I was afraid that I might break my concentration.

Because you know best the concentration of the magician who entered that state.

“Ugh, Aang… I’m so annoyed.”

This is all because of you.

If I were asked to do something like that, I would keep quiet, but why… !

“Whoa….”

Lee Ho-yeon’s face appeared in Im Sol’s mind.

The sight of his face as he continued to throw stones at his calm mind filled Lim Sol’s mind.

Imsol took a deep breath and unfolded a magic circle.

When you feel uneasy, you can look into magic.

Because magic is justice.

“Magic circle… Let’s check the magic circle.”

The disciple is naturally good at seducing women.

Perhaps this is part of that.

In a quiet living room.

Imsol tried to erase distracting thoughts by deploying magic circles.

In the past, when I studied magic and entered a state of concentration, useless thoughts would be forgotten.

I was planning to use that method today as well.

But no matter how much time passed, her trembling never stopped.

*

About 25 hours into the study.

I slowly got up from the chair.

I’ve never been able to concentrate for this long in my life, but I guess I was still able to maintain my concentration.

Perhaps the perk [Clear Mental Ability] is also helping. Even if I concentrated for this long, my mind was still distracted.

For this research, I mobilized all my magical knowledge.

The territory was strengthened with a rune barrier, and the magic power inside was controlled with [Magic Sensitivity].

With his excellent recalculation ability, he can recalculate magic intruding from outside and even take control of the remaining magical power.

In addition, I used all the magical elements I heard, learned, and experienced.

Although this type of high-level magic was still uncharted territory, it was surprisingly not difficult.

Probably because there was a framework called a rune barrier.

“… complete.”

──『Magic Heavenly Palace』 ──

▶ Unique magic

▶ Develop your magic area.

It has very strong control over the magical power within the area.

─────────────

“I really was a genius.”

I was once again amazed at my talent and swallowed my saliva at the sight of the magic circle in front of me.

A magic that is on a higher level than the magic used so far.

This means that it is complete the moment it is recognized as a unique magic, but I carefully infused magic into the magic circle just in case.

“Deployment of the Demon Heavenly Palace.”

Ugh-

A large force field centered around me emitted intangible waves, and the magic waves that dominated the surrounding space formed an area around me.

“I still have a bit of a headache… but I’m okay.”

Performance that is slightly burdensome even with my computing power.

But this is enough. For now, you only need to prepare enough to present at the academic conference.

I’ll have to get used to using this like Arc.

Grumbling-

I created a small spark within the realm.

I tried setting off fireworks and moving things around.

Noticeably increased strength and speed.

I was able to receive additional effects when using my magic inside the area.

Perhaps the realm that Aiden created will not be stronger than my magic.

Even if you just look at it, this is a huge item.

If combined with Ark, wouldn’t it be worth playing with Professor Lim Sol? I was able to gain the confidence to do so.

Of course, it’s just confidence.

“… That’s it for now.”

I released the Demon Heavenly Bow and patted my stomach.

Only after completing the magic did the fatigue and hunger that I had forgotten come to me.

If you do this for just one day, you’ll probably die, but how did you stay locked in your room for a week to do research?

“Let’s at least eat something first.”

I looked at my smart watch and saw that the time was 1 am.

If you wake up now, you will be able to guess the academic society.

I just need to fill my stomach before going to bed.

After a long time, I opened the door and went outside.

“Where should I be? Ah.”

Rattling rattling-

I popped a candy bar that was stuck in the kitchen cupboard into my mouth.

It’s like a disaster situation right now. You need to put in as many calories as possible.

“Isn’t that right? Now that I think about it, I think they said it’s better to eat porridge after starving for a long time.”

I continued to think about random things while chewing a chocolate bar. What does it matter whether porridge or a chocolate bar is good?

Once I eat something, I feel a little more conscious. Especially when I eat sugar, I feel like my head is spinning.

Jiiiing-

“… huh?”

And the sound you hear when your stomach is full.

It was the sound of a magic circle operating.

“What. Is the professor awake?”

Well, 1 a.m. isn’t that late. It’s not strange to be awake.

Without thinking much, I headed to the living room.

“Professor? What are you doing?”

As I expected, there was a professor with wide eyes sitting in the living room.

You weren’t sleeping after all.

Professor Lim Sol was examining the magic circle, but he seemed a little different from his usual self in not being able to concentrate at all.

When I spoke first, Professor Lim Sol slowly turned his head and looked at me.

“The research is over. Did you get any results?”

“Yes. Of course. The professor wasn’t sleeping either.”

“… I have something to think about.”

I sat next to the professor.

Why does this person look so tired?

No, aren’t you tired?

They say it gives you something to think about, so maybe that’s why.

“What’s wrong? Is something bad happening?”

“No. It’s because it’s a good thing.”

Professor Lim Sol looked at me and smiled pretty.

The smile was so pretty that the accumulated fatigue disappeared, and I seemed to feel better.

“The magic I created this time is really cool. I’ll show it to the professor before the presentation.”

“Ugh. Thank you. I really want to see you.”

“Yes. And… Haam.”

I wanted to have a chat with Professor Lim Sol. I yawn without realizing it.

I was too sleepy to say more.

Come to think of it, I haven’t slept in almost two days.

“Aww, Professor. I’m so tired I think I should go to sleep.”

“Are you going to sleep now?”

“Yes. I should sleep. The professor sleeps with me too. I have a paper presentation today.”

“… Then, shall we sleep together?”

“Yes, yes. Good.”

I woke up next to the professor.

The professor said he was going to sleep too, so I should go home quickly.

My head began to hurt as a result of the long study.

I hope I can get back in shape before the conference.

Jumble-jump-

“professor?”

I tilted my head as I saw the professor walking behind me.

Why is this person not going to his room and coming to mine?

“Aren’t you going to sleep?”

“I need to sleep.”

“But why are you following me?”

“… I asked you to sleep with me.”

“yes?”

Only then did I understand the meaning of what the professor said.

aha. I guess it didn’t mean sleeping at the same time, but sleeping in the same place.

… … Why all of a sudden?

“professor?”

I couldn’t hide my embarrassment.

I don’t think I did anything wrong?

We came together, but did you focus too much on research alone?

No, I’m not the type of person to care about that.

Even if that were the case, there is no reason to sleep in my room together.

While I was thinking about useless things, Professor Lim Sol went to bed first, and I swallowed my saliva as I watched him.