Episode 872 Blood Relations? (3)
Verden boosted his thinking ability in an instant.
Vangelis proposed a duel.
Are they trying to verify the bloodline while seeking magical exchange? It was bound to happen. If so, the conclusion will ‘just as expected’ come to one of two things.
Seeing that they are not of great blood but can master
In other words, the truth was the premise.
I have no intention of letting Vangelis and Medrail’s delusion go unaddressed any longer. If we keep postponing this issue, we risk becoming unable to reverse it.
Amidst the increasingly chaotic political situation on the continent, if a conflict over bloodlines with the Demon Kingdom erupts, it could lead to a fatal crisis.
Verden has already spoken with the manager about this matter.
If you manage to get out of the situation with lies, you might be able to catch your breath for now. However, that will constrict your mind and eventually choke you again. The bigger the issue, the tighter it will become. That said, honesty doesn’t always create the situation you desire, but there is always meaning in sincerity.
Truth and deception. Neither can be said to be right. There is only the reality of having to bear the future that leads to one of the two.
───Verden, how do you want to treat the 7th Demon King who inherited the main body’s blood?
Various options.
I would prefer not to be at odds with Vangelis Ruin Akenard if possible.
That was Verden’s feeling.
Even setting aside the fact that he is a descendant of the first Demon King and his human charm, there are few allies as powerful as him who can stand against ‘your’ destiny.
And, if I deceive Vangelis to avoid potential conflict, I will be permanently unable to operate
So Verden made a bold decision.
Overcome it head-on.
He accepts Vangelis’s great bloodline verification method without rejecting it. Surely, he will judge based on whether or not one can master
This was the key point.
“You must prove that you are not related by blood, but demonstrate the potential to master
Convincing the Royal Family of the Magic Kingdom.
I have prepared an explanation in advance regarding how one can master the Demon King’s magic manipulation methods even though one is not of the Demon King’s bloodline…
The doubts can be resolved to some extent by appropriately applying a unique, independent magic that cannot be perfectly interpreted theoretically.
I tried what you taught me, and it worked!
If you sincerely feign ignorance like this, even Vangelis is helpless. It is a mixture of lies based on the truth.
Therefore, there was exactly one thing that absolutely had to be taken care of.
The
What if your
If I learned
If it is revealed from the start that the first Demon King can freely manipulate magic power, it will undoubtedly become a huge headache.
How can the existence of the manager be revealed?
I have absolutely no intention of revealing the secret deeds of the First Demon King. Even if one is of the First Demon King’s bloodline, there are things that must be kept secret.
Once you get past that, the rest will be easy.
Of course, these precautions are based on the assumption that everything goes smoothly.
The worst is something else entirely.
Failing to persuade, Vangelis eventually takes matters into his own hands to prevent the leakage of
“…….”
Verden compared their respective forces while imagining a battle with the Magic Kingdom.
In Eon, there are two Transcendents, one Demon, one Mage, and two Artificial Golems.In the Archenad Magic Kingdom, there is one Transcendent, the Transcendent’s granddaughter, and 13 elite Elemental Mages organized through hundreds of years of research.
It is disadvantageous. Overwhelmingly.
The Magic Kingdom is equipped with full power.
Even excluding Vangelis’s armament, there were more than a few artifacts, and it is estimated that at least two of them were suspected to be ancient artifacts.It was indeed a glimpse into the true power of the Arkenard Magic Kingdom.
Adrian might catch them off guard if he launched a surprise attack, but it would be difficult to subdue some of the mages, including the captain of Elemar, with a single blow.
The extreme point can unite with the transcendent being.
Just as Adrian and his party fought a fierce battle against Sandir Faen, a transcendent being from a century ago, in the all-out war against the Bohemian Magic Tower.
Above all, Vangelis’s true level has not been grasped.
There is a lack of information.
Furthermore, the moment we get caught, reinforcements will arrive from the Magic Kingdom. The Supreme Centrum. This is the heart of the Akenad Magic Kingdom.Even for Verden and Adrian, a head-on confrontation is impossible.
so…….
If the atmosphere becomes tense, flee immediately.
Verden raised his gaze slightly, keeping in mind the location of the Centrum dock. He saw Vangelis’s defiant face as he extended his hand.
“Was it perhaps a burdensome suggestion?”“No.”
Verden clasped his hand.
“The sea I want.”“Hahaha!”
Vangelis smiled broadly, as if he had no intention of hiding his joy. He shook the arm he had just shaken vigorously and quickly gestured toward Medrail.
“Hurry up and bring me some staff. Oh, by the way, Verden. As you can see, the Centrum training ground is not easily damaged, but even so, it is not strong enough to withstand the full power of the two of us. I would like to set limits so that the purpose of our exchange is not compromised.”“Right, after all, this is just sparring.”“You’re as straightforward as ever.”
Vangelis snapped his fingers.Boom!The ceiling of the training ground opened, revealing two giant hourglasses.
“It is a device that measures the amount of magical power each person has consumed. It is closer to an artificial artifact than a magic item, but it is very effective when used for training to distribute magical power efficiently. The rules are very simple. The person whose blue sand runs out first loses.”
If the amount of magical power is limited, it is difficult to cast powerful destructive magic. It was the optimal tool for both sides to control their power.
“Grandfather.”“Yes, I brought it well.”
Vangelis handed one of the twin-like staffs to Verden.
It’s a fair duel only if you hold the same weapon.
Whoosh.
Verden swung a staff that had no magical effects other than being sturdy. For a sparring weapon, the center of gravity wasn’t bad.
“Do you need time to get the hang of it?”“This is enough.”“Then let’s get started right away. Outsiders, stay back at the edge.”
Elemar’s thirteen members had already stepped back and were sitting huddled together. They were taciturn, but without exception, their eyes were shining with anticipation.Medrail, however, harbored an expectation that was somewhat different in nature from theirs.
Should I say he is pure as a wizard… … .
Verden considered dismissing the onlookers, but decided it was not necessary. Sincethere was a slim chance they could turn into enemies, keeping them in a visible place would reduce the variables.
“…….”
Verden, who had walked in the opposite direction from Vangelis, spoke with his gaze. Understanding the meaning, Adrian and his party took their places at the edge.
[Your Majesty Verden. Victory.]
[I wish you good luck.]
Alpha and Beta are cheering.
Two transcendent beings standing at opposite ends of the training ground looked at each other.
“There were some forced parts, but I’m grateful you readily accepted the sparring match.”“Well, I accepted it.”
Putting truth and falsehood aside, refusing the duel was one way or another… but putting everything else aside, the faint green flame that the Arkenad Magic Kingdom readily showed was very impressive.
It means that through long research, they have come even a little closer to the elemental attributes of the first Demon King, which even Verden did not know how to imitate.
That sight inspired Verden.Regarding elemental attributes.
Vangelis asked.
“Anyway… when are you going to break the seal suppressing your power?”“Don’t worry.”
Verden released the terrifying flames more comfortably than before and stepped forward.A formidable presence filled the training ground.
Even if there are limitations, I have no intention of doing it half-heartedly.
Verden activated his magic circuit and shot forward. It was the same physical ability that had intervened in the fight between the Saint and the Beast King.
thud!
Vangelis lowered the staff he was holding with both hands with precision and assumed a stance.
I like it more and more as time goes by.
My blood is boiling.In many ways.
* * *
Even without wielding high-level magic, Verden’s power is immense. Adrian assesses that he ranks among the transcendents solely through pure boxing.Verden is bound to have the advantage in a magic-limited duel against a transcendent being of the magic world.
Vangelis moved.
Flight
Flight
The two people rose low almost simultaneously and swung their staffs.A crisp metallic sound resonated in the eardrums.
“hmm.”
Vangelis let Verden’s move slip away with genuine admiration. Having confirmed the difference in pure physical strength, he did not insist on engaging in a test of strength.
Verden kept rotating.
The sound of a fierce wind cutting through the air echoed in succession. Vangelis, who had been deflecting the barrage without a single change in expression, unleashed his magic.
Bang, crack!
A crack appeared in the wall of magic.
As gravity magic was applied over it, the shield shattered into pieces. The head of the staff hung right in front of the turquoise eyes.
The blow missed.
Boom!
Vangelis, having teleported, fired a beam of flame from a blind spot. Verden swung his arm. The beam curved, leaving soot on the walls of the training ground.
“A War Mage’s magic control. Skilled. Did you learn this in the Arnark Empire?”“There was really no need to learn it.”
Verden aimed at the staff and unleashed a beam of flame in the same way.
Vangelis flicked his finger.
The trajectory twisted as if a blazing stream of fire were bouncing away. It was clearly a level of magic control that surpassed Verden’s.
“After all, for someone skilled in magic manipulation, a technique like this is certainly at a level where they could master it just by watching a few times. Just like you and me.”
Vangelis has long since lived for over a hundred years. His life as a transcendent being was several times longer than Verden’s age.
Moreover, the Demon King of that era.
Vangelis believes that he is the best among the transcendents when it comes to magical power and magic usage.
The light flashed.
Kwagwagwagwagwagwagwagwagwagwagwang!
Verden and Vangelis possess affinity for all elemental attributes. Performing elemental bombardments alone was their forte and specialty.Despite the magic power limitations, the two showered each other with magic.
The training ground is dyed with the colors of the elements.
Blue sand falls rapidly from the hourglass fixed to the ceiling. Immediately afterwards, Verden leaps through space in succession and strikes the horizontal.
“……!”
The staff froze right in front of Vangelis’s outstretched palm. The moment Verden felt the air current stir, his vision was flipped upside down.
So, I guess that’s why you’re a descendant of the Demon King.
Having regained his center of gravity in mid-air, he glided back and assumed a stance.
Vangelis said.
“The Progenitor boasted absolute prowess not only in elemental magic but also in close combat. The reason this fact never spread is that no one could even approach him. Are you surprised?”
Verden knows that better than anyone.
The prototype of the combat technique Vangelis used just before this was something he had fully observed and felt while fighting the manager at the Golem Research Facility.
“Come to think of it, a vast amount of magical power, overwhelming magic manipulation abilities, close-combat skills that defy the conventional wisdom of a mage, and diverse elemental magic. The more I think about it, the more it seems we have a lot in common.”
Verden feigned ignorance.
“What does that mean?”“Hahaha, I don’t know either. I’m just harboring hope deep down.”
Vangelis continued speaking in a low voice.
I hope this isn’t a coincidence.
The momentum changed drastically.
Vangelis pointed his staff, extended straight out, precisely at Verden. A clear determination filled his turquoise eyes.
The road is history, and history is proof. If anyone asks me, I will answer with the path I have walked.
Magical power began to soar.Beyond transcendence.
“I will open the Demonic Path.”
