Chapter 240 – 239. Reunion (2)
Aris, my student.
Second disciple.
And one of the current Demon King’s numerous daughters.
The little child who came into the warp of her eldest daughter, Eris, causing a mess, and was scolded in the first place by hitting her on the butt(?).
In a short period of time, so many things had happened to the little child.
To be honest, if this little boy was talking about the process of regaining himself, what he wanted to do, what he wanted to be recognized by the Demon King, and that he wanted to be recognized by the Demon King as his child, Aris, to be honest, has already received the Demon King’s recognition.
That’s right, because no one can see it as having brought about the evolution of magic in an instant.
It didn’t matter if the Demon King didn’t acknowledge it, and I consider myself extremely lucky just to have another disciple like this. Therefore, I am very excited about the process of those who have learned knowledge from me creating something else through that knowledge.
Regardless of my personal desires, even though we are now in the room, he holds the book, scroll, and pen and solves the workbooks I gave him for a long time and makes the students create scrolls for practice.
Normally, they would stop as soon as I came in, but today I guess I heard something.
With a light in Aris’ eyes, she continues to write and rewrite, and even if the scroll fails and an explosion occurs, the automatic protection device automatically cancels the explosion.
He frowns and makes it again.
It’s already time for dinner, but seeing you still doing this… Wow. As expected, Aris just took the wrong path, but she figured out the path, so I knew she was a child who could do well.
Ilias, who followed me, looked at the scene and seemed deep in thought.
Daughter of the Demon King, and descendant of the Demon God.
Do you have many thoughts while looking at the descendants of the Demon God and the Demon King’s family?
Moreover, the fact that Withy seemed strangely uncomfortable with his approach towards me was definitely not my fault.
I could talk about that too, but it’s too much to point out here.
…Isn’t it?
If I, the spark, do something crazy that gets close to the fuse, I will be self-sufficient.
“…Since when have you been like this?”
To divert the unpleasant atmosphere, I ask Anna right next to me.
And Anna said in her quiet voice, extending three of her fingers towards me.
“…3 hours.”
“…Oh my god. Aris can concentrate for three hours.”
I didn’t know this.
When interest is piqued, children become hyper-focused.
I don’t know what they’re trying to do, but looking at the method, it seems like they’re looking at the way I use my alter ego and trying to add something to it…
Just as I was looking into it to see what it was.
“Done!!!”
And finally, a small Lamia girl who looks exactly like Aris appears – and that’s when they were about to release the Lamia girl.
When I realized that what was coming out of that Lamia girl was an explosion, I destroyed her clone.
Just-
The alter ego that disappeared with a finger snap.
And – I thought it was a mess because I had just made it and it exploded, so I started to think about it, but when I saw what I had done, I guess I finally relaxed and fell back on my chair. Of course, after that, when he finds Weedy and I, he jumps up in shock…
“S-Master!!! Up, Auntie Widi!?”
“…Oh my god, Aris. This is the first time I’ve seen you so focused.”
“You’ll see me often from now on. I’ve been getting really into this type of thing lately.”
“…Ehehe, such a compliment- huh?!”
Bah!!
“And I would have told you to pay attention to safety. The conditions seem to be canceling the forced summoning and destroying it, but in the first place, this is a task to protect against magic malfunctions, and it does not erase those that have worked properly, you poor disciple. .”
“Bye, ddppang!! Who knows, where can I find a student who is so good at making and developing things like this? Wow!?”
This makes a really interesting screaming sound in many ways, disciple. Naturally, he hit the student’s head again when she was talking back and spoke to Aris, who was clutching her head as if she was in pain.
“It’s good to make it, but you don’t pay attention to safety, so it’s a problem, you idiot. At least you won’t have a problem, but this room will be blown up. Would you like it or not if such an accident happens, my idiot?”
“Uuuuu-Master hit me.”
“Even if you pretend to cry, they won’t notice.”
“Tch.”
Tsk? Cheeeeet?
And while I was looking at Aris who was pretending to cry and saying, “Look at this,” Widi was giggling and laughing as she watched the skit between me and Aris.
“Really, you’re doing well, Aris. It’s been a while since I’ve seen her, and she looks better than before. Above all, I learned well from meeting a good teacher. Right?”
“…Yes, you are a good teacher. Hehe.”
“Hmm.”
“Ah! You were just so embarrassed…Whoop!! I hit you again!!!”
“You’re so noisy! You’ve gone too far to make fun of your teacher!”
Following me is also following me, and lately he’s been trying to behave literally like a mesgaki, but that’s just out of the question.
Those idiots don’t do the magic they tell them to do, but instead just want to get revenge and make fun of their teacher.
There is no way. Ahhh!!
Anyway, enough nonsense.
Above all, right now, this guy is acquiring knowledge as I tell him.
Once we reach a certain level, we will hit a wall again, but until then, we will continue to grow. Above all, it is a dummy concept, and when it attacks, it causes an explosion to damage the enemy.
Since it is a magic that you created yourself, such modifications are possible, and of course, you figured out the principle and made it successful, but if it comes out the same way when you disarm it, it may or may not be a bit of a problem.
If you ask why this may not be the case, it is because it depends on how you use it.
However, in this case, the spell must be fixed in one direction.
In my case, I can do more than that, but Aris is not at that level yet, and if I do that, my magic circuit may be distorted and I may go crazy.
“To give you a little hint about the magic you used, the explosive power is sufficient. However, since this is used as a trigger for [Disarming] Or [Destruction], An explosion may occur even if it is canceled when the duration runs out. Just know this. Decide for yourself whether to kill the explosive power and increase the flexibility of the spell, or to create a double-edged sword and use it as is.”
“But, in the first place, it was a way to fool the enemy, so there is no point in doing so…”
“So, you have to make a choice. At your level, the expansion and magic circuit cannot handle this level yet.”
To Aris, who was still not convinced, I gave an example.
“Now, Aris. You are a Lamia. A Lamia-type monster. What if you are cold?”
“…It doesn’t slow down like other snake-type monsters. Even in this cold winter, they are active well-“
Damn, has your constitution already improved that much? Although I realize the evil nature of the monster, I also know that Aris is still experiencing various inconveniences even in this cold winter.
“…Yes, but even then, you won’t have your usual strength. Now, here’s the question. What should I do around you to enable you to function smoothly on a cold day?”
“Warmly?”
“Yes. You should not be impatient now, but the priority is to establish a foundation to warm the surroundings. You need a flame to make it warm, firewood to burn that flame, and embers. You need to prepare well for that. “You will be able to fully cope with unexpected situations.”
“…Ugh, it’s difficult.”
It must be difficult. But you have to do it.
Naturally, I take out the cookbooks that came down to Aris, from her father, and to me.
“…Isn’t this a cookbook?”
“That’s right.”
On the surface.
And soon, Widdy, who was right next to me, seemed to have realized what this was like, and Anna was just smiling and looking at me, saying, “Hehe,” And at some point next to her, she took out a tea utensil, put tea in a teacup, and handed it to me, and I drank it and cooked it for Aris. Point to the book.
“So that you can peruse this cookbook first.”
“…What does this have to do with magic? It doesn’t seem to have anything to do with it-“
“Aris.”
“Why, Aunt Wedi?”
Well, it feels really weird to call her an ajumma.
At first glance, she looks slightly younger than me, but she’s an old lady.
As if reading my gaze, Withy’s head turns this way like lightning and asks me.
“Do you have something to say Clark?”
“…No, that can’t be true.”
“I think there is.”
Huh.
To be honest, it’s dangerous to touch this.
It’s very dangerous. I wouldn’t know if she had openly engaged in a fight with her in the first place, but it’s not at that level and she and I are still in a relationship. We are in a relationship like that, but if you push it like that, it’s a bit like that.
I feel like I want to attack it outright, but what can I say?
…
Jiii-
Ilias’ gaze is very harsh.
To be honest, I still don’t know how much I should allow, not only with her but also with Ilias.
All of her previous hatred has already disappeared, and looking at her recent actions and forgiving even her enemies who betrayed her, it seems to her that she was the originally good goddess of creation.
Even though she says I’m a bit upset now, she probably wants something from me too.
Tsk…
Anyway, Widi knew that I was in trouble and wanted to divert the topic, so she asked me to go see Aris. When she saw Aris’s success, she was quite happy, but at the same time, she was disappointed.
“I suddenly felt like pushing Aris as a candidate for Demon King.”
“?”
“Stop that. At least it’s not something you should say in front of the kids. And you have already chosen Eris as the candidate for the Demon Lord, so don’t say anything about this. Not in front of me or in front of Aris.”
“It’s that disappointing. If I had known it would be such a gem…”
“Then I should have taught you better, right?”
“…Well, this one really hurts my bones. Well, that’s right.”
Naturally, she treats Aris like a child, leaving her alone and not expecting anything from her. She wants attention from adults, and she wants recognition that she can do this much, but she doesn’t know that and is just pouting, so she pouts. It’s easy to lose.
Considering that she almost got screwed when she was growing up on her own, the basic education policy of the Demon King’s Castle is neglect. I have a lot to say about this, but ultimately it’s the insiders who have to fix it.
“…In many ways, since you took action, there have been problems and improvements, and children who have stumbled find their way again, and children who were going well have problems and are corrected again. You are a must-have in the Demon King’s army. It is something that will become.”
“Thank you for valuing me so highly.”
“It’s not a high opinion, it’s the truth. Well, you… Even aside from the fact that you’ve had affairs with human women.”
“Hmm.”
What’s wrong with doing it in front of kids?
Of course, right now Aris is looking at the cookbooks I handed her, and her mouth is watering as she looks at the food in them.
I don’t even care.
Was it when I thought…
“Ah, Master! Can you take a look at this?”
“…What?”
“This technique. When I saw you fighting with your fists… I thought I could do it too, but I don’t know much about fighting in the first place? So, I created this technique so that I could imitate it just by watching the teacher do it and thinking about it. “It’s a technique… Ugh, what’s strange is that it doesn’t work well.”
…
For a moment, I look closely at the magic recipe Aris created.
And I look at Aris and this technique in turn.
…
This is true.
At the same time as I was wondering how I could properly praise this little boy for doing a good job, I also felt a kind of madness in his actions of doing such a dangerous thing without hesitation.
How can I suppress this madness?
Or whether it can be turned in a good direction.
In the end, the only solution to this is to let Aris continue to build her knowledge and show her verified data.
And, I have no choice but to show you directly what happens.
“…From now on, Aris, I will show you with my own hands what you have developed.”
“…Huh? Did I do something wrong?”
“The spell itself is perfect. However, there is a spell I placed on your body. It is a spell that blocks the activation of magic that could destroy your body.”
“…Yes?”
Okay.
This seriously damages the magic circuit.
But funny enough, you have to know how to use magic to activate it.
Basically, it uses magic power and magic power, but it causes enormous damage to the magic circuit, causes the magic circuit to run away, and after using it, the magic circuit is definitely damaged and you become an idiot who cannot use magic.
It makes you wonder how on earth they came up with a magic trick like this, and at the same time, its operating conditions do not require a magic circuit.
That it requires magic power, that there is no magic circuit, that there is no danger of the magic circuit running away, and that it is very suitable for me who treats magic power itself like power.
The magic that Aris created has already been absorbed into me.
This is a teacher who only learns from his students. Why do I have expectations of this child’s potential even though I wonder if he can properly serve as a teacher?
“The magic you created is a magic that replaces [Consciousness] With [Physical force], The power to literally make what you think into reality.”
And-
Summon an alter ego with Aris’ appearance and Aris’ magic circuit engraved on it, and apply this magic to that clone.
And-
As Aris’s alter ego shows a visibly distressed appearance, the magic circuits of her entire body are on fire, her magic power and magic circuits are running wild, and she is vomiting blood.
At the end, before Aris’s alter ego exploded once again.
I said to Aris.
“You are prohibited from using it yourself. Let your clone use it. And the technique of creating an clone with a magic circuit… And activate it when the summoning time is running out… Modify it like this, and you You are not allowed to use it directly. Replacing consciousness with [Physical force] Means your mind will become more tired, Aris.”
“What does that mean?”
“It means that it is difficult to focus your consciousness clearly. Of course, it seems that you were trying to imitate me in converting your willpower into physical power, but in the end, it means that you created something more than that.”
A child’s imagination is limitless.
Add to that the genetic talent, your own hard work, and a obsession that is almost like madness, and everything comes out. It is a talent that can be compared to that of Lorraine, his first student, and of course it is the teacher’s job to make sure this tremendous talent does not rot or go astray.
“Now, Aris. Since we’ve only studied magic techniques so far, shouldn’t we try making a [Dish] That you’ll enjoy? The more you dig into it, the more delicious it will be. There’s a [Recipe] Hidden in that cookbook. If you find it, you too can cook delicious food like this teacher.”
Of course, Aris distrusts him. That’s right, because all I’ve seen these days is Anna saying “Ah” And “Ah” And taking food like a baby bird.
“Cooking? Master, you just keep making Anna eat it.”
“Okay, then it’s time to show off my all-color skills.”
I look at Anna, and Anna answers me with her sigh.
“Just this once.”
It seems like he hasn’t been doing that lately since he doesn’t allow me to get wet or cook with it…
Quadang-!
“What! Clark cooks!?”
Then, as if breaking down the door, our Potato Gorilla Knight, Potato Knight Gawain, appears. Nia, and Lucy too-
The same goes for Nia, and Lucy has eaten what I cook in the field many times, so of course she remembers the taste. I thought she liked Anna’s cooking, so she seems to be looking forward to my cooking.
“Yes, Clark – I’m looking forward to cooking.”
“…Hehe, the owner’s cooking – it’s delicious.”
“Wait a minute, master, Miss Aris-“
“It doesn’t matter. Everyone come here.”
I didn’t have anything to do anyway, so it’s really nice to get two new things. I also told Aris how to make up for this, and before Aris got more self-indulgent and got into trouble, I gave her recipes on how to stabilize her magic techniques.
I gave Aris the things I intended to give her when she reached her current level, and the fact that I am giving her these recipes means that it is already time for Aris to strengthen herself.
This is a process that Lorraine also went through, and of course she realized early on that there was a magic trick hidden in it…
I was terrible at cooking.
…
-Ddeppang, do you understand that from now on you are an idiot sandwich?
-…Bread, why is it next to my face-
-You’re a disciple who calls me a sandwich. The steak you made could be revived if a skilled priest comes, man.
-Hmph, then how good are you, Master?
There was an episode where I served a perfectly cooked and plated steak to a student who said that, to the point that even the chefs cried, and only then did the student bow his head and admit that he was really bad at cooking.
Those were some pretty happy memories.
And-
Widi’s eyes were filled with ecstasy after tasting my cooking.
“…Mr. Clark.”
“Why.”
“Will you marry me? I want to eat this kind of dish every day, so why not marry me? Will you marry me? Will you marry me? Will you marry me?”
Pestilence. Why are you doing this again? Seriously.
This is what Widi says after tasting the chicken dish I made with a clear heart in her eyes. Lucy and Nia were silently tasting their food with ecstatic expressions, and Gawain had already finished eating and even licked the plate.
…What about Ilias?
Of course, the same goes for Ilias.
As Champias, she ate the chicken dish and stew I made. Seeing her flapping her wings in joy, it seems she also liked this dish.
The moment I looked at everyone enjoying the food I cooked, I looked at the bones to sort out the rest of the trash.
The bones of all the others were removed, but Ilias…
Does not exist.
Wait for a sec.
“No, you crazy goddess, you even chewed the bones!?”
“Huh? Well, didn’t you give it to me to eat?”
“Chicken bones are sharp and can easily get stuck in your throat, but you chewed them? Hey, you’re crazy-“
Honestly, I can’t believe I chewed the bones because it was so delicious.
Holy crap.
Of course, whether I swear or not – Ilias smiled and said with a charming expression in his Champias form.
“Oh my, are you really worried that I might get hurt even though you criticize me every day? Hehe, you pretend not to say it, but you little brat-“
“…Huh?”
Withi’s gaze becomes more intense.
…
Umm.
Of course, Ilias says that or not.
Anna was also enjoying the dishes I made with a happy expression on her face, and at some point, Carnesia… Tio, Hector, and even Elizarote.
She was drawn to this delicious smell and couldn’t hide her admiration as she tasted the chicken dish I made with her eyes wide open.
“…Oh my god. What on earth is this, cooking? What have I been eating all these years?”
“It’s okay to brag. There are only a handful of people who have tasted this golden sun dish, other than those at the hero party.”
“…Then, I guess you’ve tried this too?”
“I ate the most.”
So much so that the potato gorilla next to me fights every day to eat more.
“…There’s a reason why your maid chose our chefs. Oh my, I think you know what I’ve been eating.”
Hector was also admiring this.
Now she seemed to have figured out the reason, nodding her head and eating it deliciously, and laughing as if something suddenly occurred to her.
“You wouldn’t know the taste of Odyssey without it being here.”
“Ah.”
Come to think of it, she was there too.
Well, what can I do?
It’s a personal choice.
Anyway, after that meal time,
Late night.
A remote area, away from the eastern frontier.
And I’m out there with Widdy.
“…Clarke, we have a lot to say, right?”
“There are many. And about future stories, and- I think only you can handle my power right now.”
They pull out their weapons at each other.
An ice spear is summoned, and I also summon Carol to create a hammer, and recreate the gauntlet and some armor with the rest.
And-
“Sparring at night as a post-meal exercise. It’s a good choice, Geumtaeyang.”
“!!”
And Weedy’s ice spear is fired towards the place where the voice came from. Naturally, the owner of the voice dodged it all and swung her fist at Weedy, who also responded with her fist.
Kwahiah Ah Ah- !!!!
“Oh, as expected – you’re quite good at it.”
“…What are you? You’re a different person than the hound next to him, right?”
“As you see.”
Charles.
Demon Sultan’s Chosen.
And my new director role.
“Well, at this level, you can attack the Golden Sun with me and not be caught in my attack and die.”
“Huh?”
Wait, what?
“From now on, I will attack you, Geumtaeyang.”
No, this isn’t some fucking story where a ninja suddenly comes out and kills everyone. What is this, you crazy guy?
“Ah, this might be fun. Still, Clark, I feel a little sorry for you too…”
Cheolarang-
“There are so many.”
Widi smiled and summoned hundreds of ice spears…
I’m fighting against Charles, who is laughing and lunging at me with his fists, and Weedy, who is shooting out ice spears –
That night, I was really sweating.
“You’re a bastard, you’re an asshole, you’re a piece of shit.”
“…Fuck you mom.”
And there was me, covered in dirt, on the floor, breathing heavily, and Withy, who was giving me a knee pillow. Even provocation from Charles, who was watching from the side.
A dog-like struggle in a distorted space.
“…If you get involved right now, that means something really fucking bad is coming. Right.”
“It’s not like you don’t notice at all.”
“…”
“You idiot, work harder. It’s impossible to achieve that level.”
Charles disappears after teabagging.
And-
Withy and I are now left alone, and the conversation time between the two of us is complete.
“I have a lot to ask you, Clark. You understand? You’ll answer me, right?”
“…There’s a lot I want to say. I’m sure you’ll listen.”
“Of course. You’ll tell me too, right?”
“Of course.”
…Okay.
Because there are so many things that need to be said.
