Episode 147. Special Class at Dawn (1)
Enzo’s secret space in the Rhapsody Hall.
“…hmm.”
After hearing a sufficient explanation from Rubin and looking over Kuze’s summary, Enzo let out a sigh.
I had a good understanding of the concept, and ultimately I thought that this technology was not impossible to implement.
I was a bit concerned about the somewhat vague expression of ‘ability’, but as long as I could definitely achieve coordination with the object according to the explanation, there would be no problem.
“It’s not impossible if you just use the magic used in architecture well.”
As Kuze had expected, if the dark smoke achieved primary harmony with the object and the magical architecture achieved secondary harmony, it would be possible to insert the mana cube into the object instantly.
But Enzo’s worried words continued.
“Even if you change the properties of the Mana Cube and change its material to water, what if your purpose is to hide? Then that means you have to stay underwater for at least thirty minutes.”
“Don’t worry about that. There’s a way.”
“Is he really a madman? Well, that aside, the second problem is… … .”
As expected, it was a magic stone. Enzo grabbed one of the 4th grade magic stones lying around him and handed it to Rubin.
“You need 8 magic stones to make a mana cube. If you’re going to install and dismantle it repeatedly during the operation like you said, you won’t be able to make it with magic stones of level 3 or lower.”
“Are you saying that a 2nd-grade magic stone is possible?”
“… That would be possible. But you’d only be able to use it four or five times at most.”
If it was only four or five times, this was also inefficient. Compared to first-grade magic stones, it was relatively easy to obtain, but second-grade magic stones were also rare.
Rubin shook his head in regret.
“Enzo.”
“hmm?”
“What if it’s a Grade 1 Magic Stone? It may sound ridiculous, but let’s say you make a Mana Cube with 8 Grade 1 Magic Stones. Would that be enough?”
Enzo frowned and hesitated to answer for a moment, as if he didn’t understand what Rubin was saying. Then he ended up chuckling.
“Ludon. A first-grade magic stone is not something that can be compared to a second-grade one. In fact, it was wrong to group them together as a ‘magic stone’ from the beginning.”
“Just tell me the answer. Is that enough?”
“no.”
“No?”
“Rather, there’s more than enough. You don’t need eight. Just one will be enough.”
Rubin’s expression brightened noticeably, and Enzo found it ridiculous. Feeling like he was seriously misunderstanding something, Enzo tried to calm Rubin down first.
“You may not know, but only the royal family can use the first-grade magic stone. Anyone can embed magic into the magic stone. However, only the royal family has the authority to manifest it. From the beginning, it was created so that only they could recognize it.”
“I know that too. So first, please explain to me how you can design a Mana Cube with just one.”
Enzo reluctantly opened his mouth, wondering if this conversation would be of any use.
“You can temporarily duplicate a first-class magic stone into eight. Just place a duplication spell inside the magic stone. Then, it will take the shape of a cube, and you can also execute ‘nature change’.”
“Is that okay?”
“That’s enough? But before that, there’s a fundamental problem. If you’re not a member of the royal family… … .”
As I was about to continue talking, Rubin suddenly opened up his subspace pocket.
Rubin put his arm between the floating items in the pocket.
“What are you trying to take out?”
Enzo, who was quietly examining what Rubin took out of his pocket, was momentarily speechless.
“Enzo, do you know what this is?”
I know!
Enzo looked down at the first-class magic stone on his palm. He was so surprised that his hands were shaking.
It was quite a while ago. Before Enzo began his career as a full-fledged magic architect, there was a day when he went on a field trip to the system.
That day, the architecture students had a special experience: they were able to tour the construction site of the new rooftop of the building.
‘You said you were going to create a passageway exclusively for the royal family.’
Luckily, the architecture students were able to see the first-class magic stone being built that day. Furthermore, thanks to the generous consideration of a certain royal family member, they were even able to touch the magic stone once. Thinking back now, it was something they could never have imagined even in their dreams.
‘Is that the first-class magic stone?’
It was such a long time ago. Based on my memories from back then, I couldn’t be certain that what Luden was holding was a first-class magic stone.
How do I check?
I have heard that the Imperial authorized manufacturers who produce Grade 1 magic stones do not leave any marks on the magic stones to distinguish them as Grade 1.
There was no need to do that in the first place. There is no risk of loss thanks to the ironclad security, and it is impossible to make counterfeit products thanks to the royal blood that goes into the first stage of production.
“Enzo, check it out.”
“… … .”
But Enzo couldn’t answer easily. He wanted to open it right away, but who knows? There might be a tracking magic secretly hidden inside the magic stone.
The gap between his desire to check the highest level of magic stone as a magic architect and the reality of being chased by the empire was something he could not control with his will.
But at that time.
“What is that?”
What Rubin handed me was a glass bottle. It was a small bottle, the size of a finger. When I shook it gently, the dark red liquid inside sloshed softly.
“Are you saying that what’s inside is royal blood?”
“That’s right, royal blood.”
“That’s ridiculous. Where on earth did you get that… … .”
“I can’t reveal that much. What I’m wondering is, do I need to drop this blood every time I want to activate the magic embedded in a first-grade magic stone?”
“… Not necessarily. In fact, the blood is a temporary measure for when the royal family cannot operate the magic stone themselves. But, can I take a look at it for a moment?”
Rubin handed over the vial without hesitation.
“Oh, this is royal blood? I can’t believe it. Was this acquired legally? If the Imperial Army catches you, you’ll be executed immediately.”
“Don’t worry. That won’t happen. Anyway, the royal blood is just a stopgap, right?”
“Yeah, that’s right.”
“Well, there’s no other way, so for the time being we’ll have to use that blood.”
Suddenly, a question occurred to Enzo.
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“Luden. Are you by any chance related to the royal family? A distant relative, or perhaps even a relative from across the river… .”
Even as he asked, Enzo knew that there would be no cool answer. As expected, Luden just smiled faintly with his lips pressed together.
It seemed like there was a hidden meaning that he couldn’t give an answer, and that answering would make things more dangerous.
“Let’s first check if it’s a first-class magic stone.”
“Yeah, yeah. That’s right. That’s right.”
Enzo swallowed hard and took a deep breath. He tilted the glass bottle, trying his best to calm his trembling hands.
Finally, a drop of blood fell on the red magic stone.
Exactly.
At the same time, a thin curtain of red light spread across the magic stone. After a while, something floated above it.
“Is this a magic trick?”
It was a magic spell built into the magic stone. It wasn’t just one or two. Regardless of whether it was Wonhwi, Mohwi, or Samhwi, various magic spells were built into it.
“There are many magics that I’ve never seen before.”
Rubin was indifferent, but Enzo couldn’t be. This was because it was confirmed that the object in front of him was a first-class magic stone.
“Is that important right now? This enormous capacity… It’s even possible to link magics together. This small stone contains enormous power… …!”
If left alone, Enzo felt like he would be sucked into the interior of a first-class magic stone.
“Is it confirmed now?”
“That, that’s right. Now I really have no choice but to believe it. That this is a first-class magic stone, and that the blood in this vial is the blood of the royal family!”
“Then, please do it. Just as you said.”
“A mana cube with a changeable nature. Right?”
As Luden nodded, Enzo narrowed his eyes. He seemed to be thinking about how to embed the mana whirlwind into the magic stone. There was Rubin’s request, but there was also a glimpse of pure enthusiasm.
Embedding magic into a first-class magic stone was not something you could experience often. No, it would be an understatement to say that it was common or rare.
‘I’ve never handled a first-class magic stone in my lifetime.’
Not only that. Even the numerous magics embedded within this magic stone were like that.
Since not all members of the royal family possess the Mana Ring, the Magic Stones will likely contain a variety of high-level magics just for them.
I don’t know, but it must be full of spells that the high-ranking magicians of the palace or the prestigious magicians of the Witherspoon family have personally injected.
“There are various magics in here. What should I do with them? Should I erase them all? I think it would take a lot of blood to do that.”
“Can I manipulate it so that I can use the magic I want first?”
“Adjusting the order is possible, but it’s still a hassle to drop a drop of blood. If you’re from the royal family, you can activate magic just by touching it.”
“In that state, what if I were to insert my hidden magic? Would there be enough capacity left in the magic stone?”
“Of course. There’s plenty of capacity. You won’t even notice it if you put more in.”
In that case, there was no need to erase all the magic built into it. On the contrary, it was good to use it. Rubin, who had royal blood flowing through him, could activate the magic of the magic stone just by ‘touching it’.
“Then don’t erase the existing magic, but push them all back to the lower priority. And there’s something I didn’t tell you, my vassal will also help you with your research remotely.”
This is a magical manifestation through the magic stone, but on the other hand, it is also a dark magic.
“If it’s because of that unique ‘ability’ you mentioned, then of course I need help. I wish I could communicate with you.”
“Yes, I will provide a way for us to communicate remotely.”
“… I, but, Luden.”
Enzo waved a vial containing the royal blood towards Rubin.
“I think this won’t be enough until the research is finished.”
“Oh, I’ll bring it to you from time to time. Until the research is finished. Don’t worry.”
“… Yes, that’s good. I sincerely hope you’re not kidnapping and raising members of the royal family.”
Rubin just chuckled and got up from his seat. It was time to head back to the dorm. It had only been two weeks, so it was obvious how noisy Oscar would be.
At that moment, another thought crossed Rubin’s mind.
Another benefit that arose from the easy solution to the problem of stealth magic. In addition to the one used for magic, there was also the fact that one Grade 1 magic stone was left.
“Enzo.”
“hmm?”
“As far as I know, there is a separate detection tool that can find 3rd-grade magic stones?”
In the first class of Design Magic, Professor Eggler said that the way to find the 3rd level magic stones embedded in various city buildings was to use a detection magic tool. However, he said that the detection magic tool was useless for the 2nd level magic stones.
“Yes. But why?”
“If I make a detection tool with a 1st grade magic stone, will I be able to find the 1st grade magic stone embedded in the system?”
Making a detection tool with a first-class magic stone? It was an idea I had never thought of before. But the idea itself was interesting.
“Maybe it’s possible.”
“I need a definitive answer. Is it possible?”
Enzo waved his hand vigorously.
“It’s just an assumption that it’s not impossible, but it doesn’t mean that it’s definitely possible. And I don’t have the ability to do that, so don’t ask me to do something like that.”
Of course, manufacturing and architecture are different fields.
Even though Enzo’s work for Rubin may seem like fabrication on the surface, it is ultimately just an application of architectural techniques.
Enzo added,
“But who knows, maybe it’s possible if he’s one of the best blacksmiths on the continent.”
He is one of the best blacksmiths on the continent.
Rubin quietly searched his memory. Who was the greatest blacksmith in his past and present life?
