Concept Grasping Magic Genius Episode 128
The Way of the Ascetics is the shortest and most widely known path to the temple.
The name has ambiguous meaning.
One is the path that the apostle of God, who first gained power after hearing the voice of God a long time ago, walked while developing his abilities.
And that also means that it is a difficult road to walk.
A slope that becomes steeper at some point. A narrow path that hangs precariously on a steep cliff.
This path, which contains many elements of asceticism, passes a certain starting point where the difficulty increases significantly once again.
The starting point, Leodere, is a unique city in many ways.
This is because it has various characteristics, such as being the administrative capital of Sion, a transportation hub, and a representative trade transit point.
‘Even in a religious country, not everyone is a priest.’
The problem of making a living cannot be solved simply by following the words of God.
Sion is like other countries.
People each live their own lives, and accordingly, paths branch out in all directions.
It is quite natural that where people gather, a village and a city will be formed, if the conditions are right.
In that respect, Leodere has all the various elements that a city should have.
A well-organized and densely structured city center. A river that wraps around the surrounding area. A large lake that is dug like a puddle in the center of the city, creating a peaceful scene.
The majesty of the Letia Mountains overlooking all of this.
The national office that oversees the affairs of the country. The largest monastery in Sion.
To the Grand Market, which stretches from Schwerin in the south, to Grafton in the west, to Ferrara and the merchants of Rhodes in the southwest.
‘Now I feel like I’m in a foreign country.’
Roan, who was heading to the temple while sparing time for sleeping, eating, and resting, decided to stay here in Leodere for a day.
This was the conclusion reached by synthesizing the stories of pilgrims met on the road.
And while listening to the voices of the people around me at the most popular market restaurant, I was able to fully understand the diversity of the city.
In it were the belief in the Mother Goddess, the secret frauds of the charlatans, the upright spirits of the pilgrims, the shrewd schemes of the merchants, the quiet prayers that calmed the mind, and the noisy rumors that gathered from all over the place.
so.
The pretty boy in the union suit was enough to attract everyone’s attention, but it wasn’t difficult for him to naturally blend in with the atmosphere.
“The path of asceticism these days is so arduous that it is not asceticism at all. Have you heard of a corrupt monk?”
“You know. They say that just by not losing your life to them, you’re considered chosen by God.”
“It’s a good thing Bishop Matthias is here. I heard he cares a lot about the safety of his followers.”
News of the bishop’s death has not yet spread.
It seems like his reputation is very firmly established.
Rowan thought as he slowly ate a dish of thinly sliced raw potatoes baked flat.
‘Well, it wouldn’t be easy to hate a leader who protects his own family.’
The more dangerous the world becomes, the more this will be the case.
At that time, there was a lot of discussion on the things that were making the world a dangerous place.
“Did you hear that story? They say that the reason Graves are being installed so frequently these days is because the devil is instigating them?”
“The devil? How can you say such a thing?”
“That’s nonsense. They say that all fallen monks became like that by borrowing the devil’s power.”
“Easier said than done.”
“It’s not just talk. Some of the southern villages were completely destroyed by the corrupted monks, and Brienne is said to have taken up residence there.”
“Warlocks?”
“Yes. Who would want Brienne to use dark magic for?”
On the other hand, there is a lot of discussion about the situation in neighboring countries.
“Sion is no different from other principalities. It is no longer a safe place protected by God. Is there some noise in the north and south?”
“I know the southern towns are suffering, but isn’t the North okay?”
“Of course it could be. All the bishops and warrior priests have been sent to the North. It’s a total war.”
“It turns out that the South is empty.”
“In times like these, the Union should be helping, but it’s not living up to its name… … .”
The man, remembering that there was a union here, quickly lowered his voice and looked back.
Others also showed interest.
The boy in the suit didn’t hear the man’s voice, as he was absorbed in dipping bread in cheese and eating it.
Then suddenly, as if he felt someone’s gaze, he raised his head and smiled brightly.
“It’s a little salty for my taste, but it’s delicious.”
Although he could hear most of the conversations going on in the restaurant, he found it pointless to argue with regular people unless they directly provoked him.
There are already freedom fighters in the northern part of Sion, including the captain, but there is no reason to inform them of this fact.
The restaurant regained its liveliness with Loan’s smile.
If there is a change, it is that there is someone who has requested to take Rowan’s place.
“Hello, Union Runner? If it’s okay, can I sit with you?”
The man speaking while removing the hood of his robe was an elf.
It’s hard to tell the age of elves by their appearance, but as a human, they looked to be in their 30s.
Not only did he have a very kind impression, but his mana was also pure and rich.
It’s strange that I didn’t notice what was coming.
When Rowan couldn’t answer right away, the man looked around briefly.
“As you can see, there are no empty seats.”
There are no empty tables, to be exact. However, there are many people like Rowan who occupy tables alone.
I specifically chose Roan.
Rowan, curious, invited the man to sit down.
“Thank you. This is Fabian.”
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“Union Faith Runner, I am Rowan.”
Fabian, who had asked the employee for food, smiled at Loan.
“I heard on the way here. You like Sion’s food?”
“Yes. In a book I like to read, it says, ‘Sion’s food is simple and warm.’ The taste is also very rich.”
“Haha. It’s a phrase from Gourmet’s Continental Journey. I felt like Hans wrote it particularly dryly because it was his hometown food.”
“Do you know Captain Hans?”
Rowan asked, straightening his back slightly.
“Yes. He was a very smart kid. He had a sense of duty. If he had walked the path in Sion, he might have considered me as his successor. Oh, of course, it’s not too late now.”
He doesn’t hide information in his words. He doesn’t feel like he’s meddlesome. He says it with sincere intention.
I didn’t feel any resistance.
‘You must be much older than Captain Hans.’
And if he is worthy of being called a successor to the Union’s experts, he must be at least a bishop.
“Have you come out of the Monastery of Rest?”
“Since the Mother Goddess is everywhere, the whole world is my home and my workplace. If we talk like Union, that’s true.”
“I don’t think you’re just a priest.”
Their conversation was interrupted for a moment by the soup and bread being placed on the table.
Fabian, who never forgot to thank the staff, answered while tearing off a piece of bread and dipping it in the soup.
-Yes, I am the Archbishop.
For a moment, Rowan’s eyes widened.
One was because of the identity Fabian revealed. The other was because of the way he made noises.
No, to be precise, it is a way of conveying meaning without making a sound.
‘what…….’
Fabian smiled.
-Don’t be surprised. What I’m saying is true. It’s a vision that has come down to the Orthodox Church, and you can think of it as a voice from the heart.
It was amazing how meaning was conveyed even while chewing bread.
-If I were to have a conversation with a Union Runner here alone, it would create quite a few rumors. Please understand when I say this.
Rowan nodded silently.
I really wanted to hear more.
-I heard from Captain Hans. Purifying ghouls is something I never imagined, so I was very curious about what kind of person it would be. Of course, it would be logical for me to go and find him, but I ask for your understanding that I couldn’t.
There is no sound, but you can tell by the flow of mana.
There are waves.
I couldn’t figure out how that was possible.
It is the greatest surprise and shock I have felt in recent times.
“it’s okay.”
I said a few words and waited for him to continue talking while eating.
Fabian also continued his conversation while eating soup.
-I heard you were coming, so I came out to meet you. You must have continued on your path of asceticism. Did nothing special happen?
Rowan now focused on the wave itself.
A wave is literally a vibration or vibration that is transmitted in motion.
All we know so far is that there is something peculiar about the Archbishop’s waves.
‘I wish you would talk more.’
Without answering, Rowan handed over the letter his seniors had written.
Darkness fell over Fabian’s face as he read.
And after a while.
He regained his original calm expression.
– That happened. Your journey here must have been very difficult. I should have talked more with Matthias. I didn’t know that you were putting that dangerous idea into practice. It was my fault.
Fabian added that he would cooperate with Union to conduct a thorough investigation.
– I would like to first apologize for the damage I caused to Union, Mr. Rowan, and the people of Sion, even though it was more of a personal deviation. I hope that it did not harm the perception of the Orthodox Church.
Rowan, busy examining the principle, nodded silently.
‘The answer lies in vibration.’
Upon examination, countless vibrations were felt in the waves.
Those numerous vibrations hit the loan directly and created meaning.
How did they create all that vibration?
My curiosity and realization surged and I couldn’t help but try it.
“Ah, ah, ah, ah.”
“hmm?”
Fabian tilted his head as he saw Rowan suddenly making sounds with different pitches and lengths.
Without caring.
Rowan observed the process of sound creation and the vibrations in the waves that spread out of the mouth.
How does the vibration change when the sound is raised or lowered?
The wave is ultimately created by the vibration of the vocal cords in the throat.
Once again, I thought it might be possible if I could control the movement.
“Ah, ah, ah, ah.”
Since it was difficult to contract and relax the vocal cords on one’s own will, I helped by controlling the flow and amount of circulating mana.
As the tremors became uncountable, the sound began to get thinner and thinner.
“Ah, ah, ah, ah.”
-Mr. Rowan, is it possible that… … .
Fabian looked at Rowan, who was making noise in front of him, with a curious look.
Could it be that he is trying to imitate the way he is doing now?
I heard that he was very talented. The process of purifying ghouls was admirable. It was also refreshing to see him approach it with a scholarly attitude, perhaps because he was a wizard.
But now, I felt more childlike innocence than scholarly.
It’s like holding a new toy in your hand and playing with it by turning it around.
Of course, that doesn’t mean you can use the word ‘sim’, but shouldn’t you praise the attitude of inquiry?
I came to that conclusion.
The moment Fabian, with a small smile, was about to say something to Rowan.
-Ah, can you hear me?
Roan’s heartbeat shook Fabian’s mind.
“Oh my!”
The startled archbishop let out a scream.
fantasy,
