Genius Warlock-Episode 217
All the students who had been bored by the sudden magic competition had their eyes shining with interest and interest..
There is nothing more fun than watching a fight, so in a way it was natural..
It was also a battle between Derek Redhill, a renowned genius in the Agni School, and Kevin Dunbar, a personal employee of the Magic Tower and a heretic..
In fact, everyone pretended not to, but the officials at Magic Tower were currently paying attention to Kevin, who had returned from the military..
He was an inconvenient genius who entered the Magic Tower and became a master despite being a red man, and his teacher was the founder of the Elemental School, Archive Merlin, a world-renowned authority..
Therefore, the majority of the Magic Tower had no choice but to watch him with disapproval..
In fact, some of the students here were sent by their teacher to dig up information or weaknesses about Kevin..
Meanwhile, something interesting happened from the first class. I couldn't help but be really happy.
"both go up.”
Kevin, who created the stadium by manipulating the terrain of the training room with magic, said:.
Derek Redhill, a genius from the Agni School, took off his shirt and wore gloves, and stood on the field, while Oliver, holding a steel bar, drank a magic power replenishment potion..
For reference, the steel bar was made of magic-conducting steel as a training room fixture..
“..…Can I really use a weapon by myself??”
"You have to give up that much for the fight to be successful. Is that really okay? Taking risks because of pride is something only fools do. Quite a few people get hurt during magic battles..”
“Thank you for your concern. I'll be careful.”
After hearing the answer, Derek chuckled as if it was funny, and the students around him also reacted similarly..
Most people thought that Derek would win and talked about how long Oliver would last, but some people also expressed the opinion that he was doing it because he still believed in something..
On the other hand, Oliver was also worried..
Although I answered that I would do it in response to a sudden question, I was doubtful whether I could stand out like this..
After all, Oliver was a warlock and his identity was a disguise.?
But at the same time, I understood what Kevin said..
‘Not good. Still, it would be better to stand out a little more now. I'm attracting a lot of attention in this magic tower. Either in a good way or in a bad way. Since we suddenly brought you here, he'll soon be curious about you too. So, one way would be to show your skills now and satisfy some curiosity..”
What Kevin said was somewhat sincere..
’But I don't think that's everything..‘
Oliver thought as he looked at Kevin approaching the front of the stadium..
"Match time is 5 minutes. If one side surrenders or it is determined that the winner or loser has been decided, the match will be stopped. Do you have any questions??”
"doesn't exist.”
"doesn't exist.”
"Okay, then let's compete..”
Kevin snapped his fingers with that..
Just-! In response to the sound, a high-density magical barrier was formed around the stadium, isolating the inside and outside..
At the same time, a flame bomb flies.
Oliver shook his head. Swish. He moved lightly to avoid.
The flame bullet made with magic failed to hit Oliver and hit the magic barrier and disappeared in vain..
"Oh, it looks a bit basic..”
Derek, who created and fired a flame bomb in an instant, said while increasing the output of magical power in his hands. The fire in his hands burned louder..
"Let's see how long I can last.”
***
"what's this…?”
A student watching the match between Derek and Oliver muttered without realizing it..
To say that, this match was extremely strange..
No, before that, can we call this a match??
One side attacks unilaterally, and the other side just dodges.?
However, what was even more strange was that the one who attacked was becoming more and more anxious, while the one who was just avoiding was very relaxed..
[Flame Shot)]
[Flare Wire)]
[Blaze)]
A shower of flame bombs, burning wires, and a huge wave of flames were about to hit Oliver..
Each time, Oliver avoided the attack with minimal movement or swung the magic-infused steel bar at the weak spot to neutralize the opponent's flames. As if he had full insight into the trajectory and weaknesses of the attack..
and it was true.
Oliver himself didn't know it because he didn't care at all, but through fighting against quite a few strong people while working as a fixer, Oliver's overall combat ability improved significantly..
So much so that I feel like a completely different person compared to when I first came to Landa..
Therefore, it was possible to clearly see attacks from people of a certain level..
Ironically, I'm the only one who doesn't care about it..
Anyway, that's why there wasn't a single effective hit, and this match didn't look like a match..
Rather than a competition, what should I say...? . Ah, yes, to put it in a good way, it seemed like a teacher was dealing with his student, and in a bad way, it seemed like an adult playing with a child..
Well, maybe it’s natural.
It was Oliver who demonstrated skills on par with Kevin, who was a master..
No matter how much you call yourself a genius or a gifted child, a student is still a student. The difference was at the level of children and adults..
Of course, we must take into account the fact that students cannot use magic beyond a certain level..
“what? Is it really strong?….?”
"You can't attack something like that.?”
"It's not that I don't do it.?”
"Maybe Derek isn't as strong as we thought.….”
As the match gets longer, reviews leak out one by one..
He should have been prepared when the public match took place in the first place, but Derek, who had never expected this situation, could not help but have a crumpled expression..
I expected Kevin to have some skills based on his attitude, but this was so unexpected..
If it was a magic vs. magic fight, I was confident I would win..
You can burn it by using fire magic's unique firepower, pressing down, or using technique. However, the opponent in front of me did not create such a situation at all. Most attacks flowed away like water, and attacks that could not be avoided were destroyed by attacking weak points..
Not just one accidental attack, but every attack..
It feels like dealing with a ghost. No match at all….
At that moment, Derek felt extremely angry..
How dare someone who came from nowhere try to stop someone who belongs to the Red Hill family and received formal education at the Magic Tower?.
this wasn't right.
Along with that, he saw onlookers looking at him with suspicion. Yareli was among them..
was under suspicion. Your skills and the reputation you have built up over time. So I had to show it. The power to offset this situation right now..
In the Magic Tower, evaluation was life..
So, despite feeling a bit proud, Derek decided to use another magic..
Control the concentration of oxygen with air magic and add fire magic to create a high-fire explosion at once.-
"-Okay, that’s it..”
Kevin suddenly barges in..
With a snap of his fingers, he dismantled the high-density magical barrier and at the same time returned Derek's oxygen concentration to its original state..
Such a performance made a great impression on the students who were concentrating on the game..
Derek was no exception, but perhaps because his emotions were running high, he began to criticize Kevin..
"The match isn't over yet. professor.”
“Sorry, but it's over. 5 minutes have passed.”
Kevin showed the clock that started at the start of the match..
"but-”
"-I also come from the Agni school, so I understand the passion for magic better than anyone else. But I've never heard of a lack of manners. Fire is fire only when it is controlled by discipline. If it goes on a rampage, it's nothing but a disaster. Which one is the student??”
Derek stepped back from Kevin's correct opinion. He then bowed politely to Oliver and walked down the field. Oliver also said hello and went down..
Kevin is left alone in the stadium. he opened his mouth.
"As you can see, it is much more advantageous to use magic with powerful firepower. Zenon couldn't land a single proper attack on Derek..”
The students murmured. While opinions were divided over whether it was done or not, Kevin artificially gave an answer..
"But I couldn't subdue it easily. This is the latest battle pattern. Since ancient times, the main role of wizards has been firepower, but countermeasures are emerging. I will focus on this part in this class. It's not about being able to use powerful magic, it's about becoming stronger. So that only interested students take the test... .. Now come out one by one..”
***
I wonder if there was a need to make it stand out.?
Merlin asked, looking out the window as he drank hot tea. All there was was snow, rocky mountains, and a bitter storm..
Kevin, who visited Merlin's mansion through the magic portal, responded..
“I hope you understand that this is because I believe it is necessary. I think that level of authority lies with me as the site manager in the first place..”
“Oh, of course. I have no intention of arguing. However, I wonder why.”
"As you know, I am Master's disciple. Everyone pretends not to be like that, but a lot of people are keeping me in check. Of course, people near me will also be watching..”
"but.… . He said there were times when you couldn't take your employees with you, but there were also times when you didn't take them with you..”
"That's why I exposed Dave appropriately. Before you make up your mind and do some background research, show them what catches your eye and let them use their imagination. Like a disciple I raised or a soldier I picked up on the battlefield..”
“….You're clever..”
"This is what you have to do to survive in the magic tower..”
Merlin nodded..
The gigantic Magic Tower went beyond a simple educational institution or laboratory and became a political arena. Because Merlin was at the center of it all, I knew better than anyone else..
"haha.… . You too are part of the kingdom. okay.”
“Your words are too much. Master.”
Kevin didn't hide his displeasure and spoke sternly at Merlin..
Although he could have been angry at his student's sharp answer, Merlin remained silent for a moment and apologized..
"I'm sorry. I made a mistake... .. Then, let me tell you another reason. I don't think you exposed Dave simply for that reason. Honestly, there might have been other countermeasures..”
Kevin didn't deny it.
“..…This is to observe him properly..”
"In order to observe properly?”
"yes. I've felt this before, but Dave is a very strange guy..”
"I feel it too.”
"No, I don't mean that. He lacks basic human needs and emotions. It's a common feeling that both good and evil people have. Confidence and composure that comes from stronger strength. And beyond that, a sense of superiority and arrogance... . At first, I was vague, but I became convinced after seeing him deal with librarians and other staff members who were much worse than him. He is seriously lacking.”
“Isn’t it good if you can treat people without being limited by their power??”
"There is a degree to that too. When dealing with someone who is hostile toward you, you should feel the same dislike, but he doesn't even have that. You may think it's just my temperament, but I think differently..”
“how?”
"Their thinking structure is different from that of ordinary people. So much so that I could say it was twisted. At first glance, there doesn't seem to be a problem, but... . Isn’t that why Master entrusted it to me??”
Kevin guessed, and Merlin silently signaled his agreement..
"That's why it was exposed on purpose. Then, you will encounter various situations, which will be more stimulating. The more stimulation there is, the more diverse reactions will occur. It's the basics of experimentation..”
"I didn't know you would help me so hard..”
"I'm becoming more and more curious about what this guy is. When I think about it, it's strange. No matter how good your skills are, does it make sense to scare spirits with just your presence??”
“I'm doing this to find out. Observe starting tomorrow and give me information..”
"Oh, that's going to be hard..”
"why?”
"I applied for vacation again. I have work to do..”
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