Episode 837 World Conference: Verden (3)
Mother Nature, blooming in the midst of the silent desert, circulates and gradually expands its territory.Nuhara, the new capital of Tuhar, cared for by the giant tree of life, was experiencing the beginning of an unprecedented era of prosperity in the history of the desert.
Although it was still a long time before the stale animosity between the Tuhar Creed and the apostates, who had been engaged in fierce battles until recently, was resolved, they nevertheless lived day by day, struggling against each other.
As the parched sun set, their faith and rebellious spirit lost their strength. And that void was filled with new faith.
“There are a lot of people around, so move carefully!”“Clear the way!”
Tadim and Zarmina led the wagon procession, raising their voices. The sight of them each wearing golem prosthetic arms looked mysterious to the citizens of Tuhar.Tarvi, the leader of the freed slaves, took the initiative and carried out the construction.
Construction of Nuhara’s social infrastructure, realized purely through
Elders of various clans, including Fajan and Orahat, who had led the apostates, Morning Sunlight, and Rastan Barslan, the former second-in-command of the Tuhar Creed, gathered together to continue the meeting.The mages dispatched from Eon supported and supervised the overall operation of the city.
It is peaceful.
[peace.]
The giant tree of life moved its branches slowly as if in sympathy with him. Green leaves and pure white petals scattered in the wind.
Thanks to Verden and Isabella, the administrator was able to escape the labyrinth’s administrator room and sat leaning against a giant tree, savoring his freedom once again today.Afterwards, Omega, who was able to come outside the labyrinth thanks to the administrator’s measures, kept watch over him.
“Although I have taken on the role of gatekeeper for Tuhar in Verden’s absence, I feel quite uneasy since the city is not really under threat.”
Srrrrrrr.
Outside Nuhara, a large snake scurried here and there, bathing in the sand. Beside it stood a massive rocky mountain, steadfast and imposing.It was the ancient desert disaster previously subdued: the Eye of Shadow and Artan.
The two monsters, born as byproducts of a divine being in the distant past, were controlled like pets under the dominion of the Administrator.In fact, there was no adversary in the Silent Desert capable of attacking Nuhara.
[Administrator. Effort. Rest. Recommendation.]
Omega insisted that the manager had worked hard for a long time and that he could rest now. Soon, the creature turned its round body, its single eye shining.
[Lingering Regret. Hero. Appearance.]
“Wizard───!”
Atalan, the Hero of the Great Desert and the most powerful figure among the Apostate forces, climbed the hill fully armed.The injuries he sustained in the battle against the Black Serpent, the third in command of the Tuhar Creed, on the day the God of the Desert fell, had long since been healed with potions.
thud.
Atalan pressed the tip of his spear firmly against the ground.
“I won’t be easily fooled this time like last time. I guarantee it.”“Is that so?”
Their meeting was a coincidence.
After the war with the Tuhar Sinjo ended, Atalan wandered around Nuhara for a while. Oncehe realized that he was a supporting character rather than the protagonist, he simply grew tired of everything. He took this opportunity to cast aside his artificial heroic attitude as well.
In the meantime, I ran into the manager… and somehow a light sparring match took place. Of course, it ended in a crushing defeat, though the word “overwhelming” is an understatement.
From then on, Atalan would challenge the administrator whenever he was bored. It felt like his head was gradually clearing up as he just mindlessly slammed into the wall.
“I’m looking forward to it.”“Yaaaaaaah!”
The manager stood up from his seat and wiggled his finger provocatively. At the same time, Atalan kicked off the ground with all his might and thrust his spear.
*Pow*──!
Atalan rolled straight down the hill and collapsed, losing consciousness. It was a natural outcome, even without using any magic.
Because the manager was the mentor who taught Verden
“Bloodstains.”
The administrator gazed up at the blue sky and contemplated the magical power within his body. Lost in quiet thought, he spoke to Omega.
“Yeah… it wouldn’t be bad to get drunk on youthful vigor for the first time in my life.”
[explanation.]
“Since I have already transcended the limitations of my alter ego, I thought I might try expanding that realm a little further. I am not sure if I can truly ‘grow,’ but if I succeed, it would be of great help to Verden.”
As the administrator was merely a clone, he had never trained before. He only vaguely knew the method through the memories of the main body.
Will it really be possible to raise the level of magic?
Even for the manager, it was uncharted territory, so there was no way to know unless one took on the challenge. Well, I just had to give it a proper try, and if it didn’t work out, so be it.
The administrator shifted his gaze and looked at the first magic tower erected in the center of Nuhara. He had personally moved it from another location.
The world conference must be in full swing by now.
[worry?]
That can’t be true.
The manager put his hands behind his back.
“What we should be worried about rather are those who will be swayed by Verden’s will.”
There are no longer any inexperienced mages who challenged themselves without even pioneering a path of magic.
The ruler who slayed the God of the Desert and usurped authority from Kirondar—Verden is the Conqueror of the Desert and the Master of the First Magic Tower.
* * *
The First Magic Tower was a pivotal point that first established the modern hierarchical magic system, and the origin that serves as the progenitor of all magic towers.It was also a legend of the magical world that vanished without even a proper record.
That is all the knowledge the current magical world possesses regarding the First Magic Tower. It was inevitable, given the gap of a staggering thousand and several hundred years. After all, itwas an era long before major historical events such as the Interspecies War, the First Demon King, the First Holy War, and the War of the Transcendents.
The final whereabouts of the First Magic Tower remain unknown. And likely, they will remain so in the future. The ancient high-ranking mages will eventually remain only as stories.
So, to summarize my feelings when I heard the title of the first Tower Master, it was like this.
I can’t believe it.
“A lie…….”“D-Doesn’t that make no sense logically? The first Master of the Magic Tower. Even if the Holy One is a Transcendent, that age doesn’t add up at all. How.”
Vantarun Taresion of the Diamun Magic Tower spoke cautiously, his voice trembling. Since he was under Mauler’s command, he was trying to do something.To be honest, he had also lost his mind after hearing such preposterous information.
Adrian clicked his tongue.
“Of course it is succession. Does the Lord look that old? If you’re going to argue with the Lord, at least pretend to think before you speak.”“……!”
Vantarun’s face turned red upon hearing the common-sense and obvious criticism. That restless attitude was captured in its entirety by the eyes and ears of the world.
At the Provider’s answer and Verden’s answer, the World Conference Hall fell into an endless silence. However, it was of a different kind from the previous silence.
Except for those who were unaware of the connection between Verden and the First Magic Tower, even the transcendents, including Ignacia, seemed greatly shocked and were left speechless.
The existence of the First Magic Tower was a more significant matter than the presence of a Great Demon in the Magic Mirror or the killing of five transcendent beings.To the wizards, it was. Forit was the origin of hierarchical magic.Although history may have been largely destroyed, the influence of the First Magic Tower remains strong.
“Ah, no way. Golem technology…!”“If it’s the First Magic Tower, I can understand Eon’s mysterious magical skills… but even so, the First Magic Tower Master? That doesn’t make sense.”
The Tower Masters made no attempt to hide their extreme bewilderment. Not knowing how to react, they simply muttered to themselves as they racked their brains.The fury directed at the Society engulfed the First Tower and swept away into the distance.
Just then, the Master of the Zentir Magic Tower opened his eyes fiercely and tightened his grip.
“I cannot believe it. No matter how much it is the testimony of the Lord of the Lefragium Magic Tower…! Holy One, the idea that you are the first Lord of the Magic Tower is preposterous. At the very least regarding the succession process—no, without concrete evidence—”“How about the Oath of Truth? Of course, provided the oath-taker grants permission.”
At the ingenious idea of Feldianne, the Master of the Magic Tower Artisan, her eyes gleamed. Indeed. If she borrowed the power of the Oath-Bound, she would be able to distinguish between truth and falsehood.At this, the Oath-Bound nodded as if to say that he could lend just that much power.
Verden put his hands behind his back.
“A pledge of truth? Right, if necessary, I can pledge it once more.”“Then…”“But surely you aren’t asking for the truth lightly.”
He whispered softly.
“If you wish to ask for the truth from me, show me you are prepared to pay a price greater than that, Sigril Lavinia.”
Openly displaying distrust toward a transcendent being and forcing the truth upon them was something only someone who valued no life would commit.
Since Verden had released the seal of the
Only then did the Tower Master of Zentir come to his senses as if he had been doused with cold water, showing signs of nervousness, and cast his gaze at Feldianne, who had mentioned the Pledge of Truth.
Feldianne shrugged her shoulders.
“I trust Lord Verden, though?”“Th-!”
Zentir, the Tower Master, bit her lip.She looked around at the other attendees.Everyone was watching her. Even the Tower Masters who had been raising their voices about the Society just moments before were stepping back, pretending not to notice.
“You, you’re shifting the blame onto me like this?!”
Thump, thump, thump.
The Master of the Zentir Magic Tower felt as if he were standing alone in the vast ocean. Perhaps that was why he could hear the sound of his heart beating so clearly.
The Society was definitely the problem, but somehow the focus shifted to the First Magic Tower. What is this? It feels like I’ve been swept away by an unknown torrent.
Is the First Magic Tower important right now, or is the Society? No, wait. Ultimately, aren’t they both in a similar context?
I feel dizzy.
I wanted to get out of here, but my dignity as the Master of the Zentir Magic Tower refused.If I were to back down in fear after having been screaming at the top of my lungs just moments ago, it would be a global disgrace as the Master of the Tower.
You must display the proper spirit against an overwhelming transcendent being. And if you do nothing, none of your curiosity will be resolved.
Gulp.
The Master of the Zentir Magic Tower swallowed hard and parted his lips as if he were the representative of the magic towers.
“I do not think it is appropriate to forcibly uncover the truth against a divine being. Therefore, please show me the physical evidence instead.”“If you are willing to pay the price, I will show you.”“……I promise.”
Master Zentir accepted the offer even at the cost of her own life. The world would remember her deal.
Bwaak.
Verden raised his hand defiantly and activated [Reindia]. A single ‘potion’ summoned from the subspace was reflected in countless eyes.
The Master of the Gentir Magic Tower asks.
“What is that?”“A legend of the magical world said to be able to heal all wounds and diseases.”
Verden spoke without wavering.
It is an elixir.
Regrit, who was guarding Emperor Geracle, smirked from inside his helmet.
The original problem has already been completely buried.
The attention of the World Conference had become entirely Verden’s. Following his instincts, his skin flushed. Overcoming the aftermath of being accepted was still a long way off.
* * *
Silis, Lobeline, Kalia, and the others froze upon hearing information they had never heard before. A loud noise was heard from beside them.
Crash!
The moment the President of the Magic Association tensed his body, his elbow slipped, and his posture was disrupted. His nose hit the House table, but he felt no shame.
“Eh, Elric, Elric, sir?!”
A pale red liquid rippled beyond the specially processed glass. If that were true, the ultimate goal pursued by the alchemical world was right before our eyes.
“Hoho, tremendous life force is condensed here.”
The Water King could not take his eyes off the elixir, as if genuinely intrigued. Indeed, it seemed he sensed something distinct from the magical.The newcomers of the Luas religion also opened their eyes wide. The transcendent beings of the magical world were especially so.
Zentir, the Tower Master, stood there blankly for a moment, then shook his head and continued speaking belatedly.
“Eh, an elixir? There’s no way that exists… no, proof that it’s genuine….”“Call Lennon Bernard if you want. A world-class appraiser wouldn’t fail to recognize it. Or, have someone trustworthy verify it.”
Verden sent a container filled with elixir to the Senate using telekinesis.
“I ask you to verify this, Indren.”“……You mean me?”“As the current Outer Elder of the Artisan Magic Tower and the former Lord of the Tower, he certainly wouldn’t be any less capable than Lennon Bernard, if not more so. Isn’t that right?”
Indren felt a strange sensation upon being acknowledged by someone whose personality didn’t match his at all.
“Ahem, well. If you insist, I’ll take a look.”
Carefully taking the elixir from Verden, I slowly opened the cap. A scent I had never experienced before stimulated my sense of smell.At the same time, my unique insight as a transcendent being observed a magical element.
omg!
Indren immediately closed the plug. As if that weren’t enough, he added a temporary seal.His senses were on edge.He felt like he was breaking out in a cold sweat, which was uncharacteristic of him. If the courage were to break, it would be a catastrophe that would go down in the history of the magical world.
“At least to my eyes, it is the real thing.”“It is one of the treasures I obtained when I inherited the First Magic Tower.”
As long as Indren, who was in charge, testified, there was no room for doubt regarding the true nature of the Elixir.
Following the first Magic Tower, the Elixir is unveiled… and unknown treasures yet to be revealed. The legend of the magical world has captivated the hearts of the world.
Thump, thump.
Indren came down in person and returned the elixir to Verden. Then, glancing slightly toward the Senate, he asked a personal question.
“What is your relationship with the Lord of the Lefragium Magic Tower, that is, Deus Widen?”“Let me just say that he is connected to the First Magic Tower.”
Verden’s answer was truthful. In fact, it was so because there was not a single lie. Now, no one could doubt him.
Good heavens. I really can’t seem to get my act together.
Speechless, Indren simply let out a hollow laugh and returned to his place. Elixir disappeared once again into the subspace of [Reindia].
Verden said.
“Is this enough to prove it, Sea Grill?”
If you accept that it has been proven, it is the defeat of Zentir Tower Master, and if you reject it saying it has not been proven, even Indren will be distrusted.
It is a dead end.
“As for what I will receive from the Zentir Mage Tower in exchange for the proof, I will arrange a separate meeting later.”“Ah…….”
dump.
The Master of the Zentir Magic Tower staggered and slumped weakly into a chair. Seeing this dejected sight, the Master of the Volcanic Island Magic Tower felt a deep sense of relief inwardly.
It’s a relief it wasn’t me.
Bang───!
Verden snapped his fingers and immediately brightened the chaotic atmosphere.
“Let me reiterate: ‘My’ Society pursues the ideals of the First Magic Tower. And I am the Second and First Tower Master. The current magical world’s view that the Society’s actions were anti-Tower acts is closer to a misunderstanding. Rather, it was the normalization of the Towers that had forgotten their roots. Most Tower Masters would not be able to refute the fact that the Towers have forgotten altruism and followed selfishness all this time.”
but.
“Let me make one more correction here: I have absolutely no intention of dismantling the Magic Tower system.”“……!”“Of course, there will be changes, but the outcome will be vastly different from what you are worried about. If I had to describe those changes, it would be correct to call them a ‘reorganization.’ After all, the Magic Tower will continue to exist.”
Verden exchanged glances with the Tower Masters of the House of Representatives and the Senate in turn.
“Do not forget. I am also a Tower Master.”“…….”“Raise your hand if you have any questions regarding the Society.”
As if it were only natural, no one raised their hand.
A strange resonance penetrated my inner self.
The hostility of the Tower Masters vanished. On the contrary, feeling as though they had gained a powerful ally, they felt an indescribable sense of relief. EvenMedrant and Lobelin, who were originally insiders, were completely captivated by Verden’s eloquence.
“Is no one here? Then I’ll believe that the issues with the Society and the Ostea Magic Tower have been completely resolved.”
Verden raised his head.
“So, are you done barking? Gareth.”“…….”
Mauler crossed his arms, his expression revealing complex emotions. The first Tower Master? That certainly wasn’t in the ‘information received in advance.’
Mauler opened his mouth.
“Verden, just who on earth are you?”“It is too early for you to ask that.”“……You’re definitely insane.”“Are there only one or two transcendents like that around here?”“You bastard.”
Mauler’s jealousy, which was expected to cause a fit, actually subsided. It would be fair to interpret this as him finding no further opening to exploit.
Having secured such a small victory, Verden slowly turned halfway around.
However, it’s not that I have nothing more to reveal here today.
Emperor Jeracle opened his eyes slightly.
“What do you mean?”“I possess information obtained while inheriting the First Magic Tower from the previous generation. It is of such importance that it cannot be left unmentioned at the World Conference.”“The previous generation? From the person who established the First Magic Tower?”
The world was greatly shaken when the first Master of the first Magic Tower was mentioned.
Ignacia stood up.
“What is that?!”“That is…….”
Verden cast
“Let’s vote first and decide. Providence, I am finished.”“Huh?”
In other words, that sounded like a threat that they would shut their mouths if the voting results did not turn out the way they wanted.
The master blinked.
“Is it really okay to do that?”“……For now, there was no direct instigation of voting. The choice is entirely the individual’s responsibility.”
The Provider remained silent for a moment, then tapped the table with his fingertips.
“I will now begin the second representative vote of the World Council. If you recognize the legitimacy of Eon’s jurisdiction over the Masterless Lands and agree to the abolition of representative rule regarding the Masterless Lands, vote in favor; otherwise, vote against.”
As if they had already made up their minds, their positions were revealed in an instant. Several people who had been watching Mauler also soon took action.
The Provider officially delivered the results.
49 votes in favor, 0 against. Unanimously, it is declared that the ownerless land has become the domain of Eon.
The world sided with Verden, andit was still Verden’s turn.
