The Returned Sword King Decided to Become a Tyrant Chapter 79
trace (3)
Same time.
I was meeting the Tower Master at the top of the Tower.
“Why did you come in person? If you just give me a message, I can come to see you anytime… … .”
Matapju didn’t hide his surprise. It was natural that he came in person even though he had already told her that he would come back later.
To this I replied in an indifferent tone.
“Because it’s annoying.”
“……yes?”
“It’s nothing.”
Why should I be the one to announce the achievements of the rooftop? I don’t know if it’s a process for achieving achievements, but I could have gotten a passerby to do it by just giving them money.
Of course, I feel a little sorry for leaving it to the Baron without saying anything… … But if it was the Baron who prepared the script, it would have been possible for him to present it on my behalf.
‘……maybe?’
Well, anyway. It’s not such trivial things that matter right now. My shoulders shrugged.
“I read the letter you left behind.”
“You mean about ancient magic?”
“okay.”
I nodded and glanced toward the window. There, hidden in the clouds, the Magic Stone was showing off its magnificent form.
While admiring the sight, I asked Matapju softly.
“You said you could interpret ancient magic. Does that mean you’re interpreting it?”
“That’s not it.”
“then?”
“To be clear, any archmage would probably be able to interpret it all. But at least for now, it’s probably impossible.”
“… … I see.”
First of all, the fact that the magic contained within the magic stone was an ancient magic was something that even I did not know for the first time.
Until now, no archmage had noticed such a thing, and it was a fact that would have been difficult to notice without another comparison group.
In fact, didn’t the Magic Tower Lord, who had lived here for a long time and practiced magic, first recognize the nature of the ancient magic through the magic seal, and only later learn of it after encountering the storm in Arendelle?
If such things could be interpreted immediately, the great wizards of other countries would have probably stolen the technology first.
‘Like a federal empire, for example.’
There are currently two archmages known to exist in the Federal Empire.
And there were five great wizards throughout the entire continent.
Considering that one of them was Lord Elade before our eyes, in reality, more than half of the archmages on the entire continent existed in the Federation Empire.
I said, putting my thoughts aside for a moment.
“So what is needed to interpret ancient magic?”
“It is a more accurate comparison of magic. However, if it is the same artifact that Your Majesty possesses, it will be difficult to obtain much information.”
“I see.”
It was a natural thing for the Magic Tower Master, who had already looked closely into the inside of the magic seal. Then, there was only one conclusion.
“So, if we just had a few more reliable comparison groups, we could fully master the ancient magic engraved on that magic stone.”
“Yes, that’s correct.”
If so, the answer is simple.
“good.”
It was Esteban’s greatest defensive technique, created by a peerless genius.
Since I had been greatly indebted to that technique in my previous life, my trust in it was quite strong.
Even a master who had transcended all limits could not stop everything with one hand.
Thanks to that method, we were able to prevent raids, bombings, and various sabotage operations by the Federal Empire.
In a way, it was said that even Asus, who had been devouring the country until the very end, could not do anything about that drinking method.
So what if we could analyze this properly?
If only it could be engraved in a fortress that is being built like that… … No, not only that, but even in the border area, and even in the royal palace… … .
‘I don’t know, but Esteban’s defensive plan will be more perfect.’
The existence of the Archmage and the knowledge of the future combine to create perfect synergy.
But surprisingly, I didn’t stop there and started telling a few more stories.
“Of course, that’s just the primary thing.”
“Primary work?”
“If we can establish a theory through interpretation, we may be able to revive the ancient magics that have been lost.”
“Huh… …! Are you saying that something like that is really possible?”
“At least it wouldn’t be difficult to reproduce the forms of magic that remain in the records.”
Matapju nodded, hiding his surprise. It must have been difficult to predict the effect.
Of course, that was true, as there had been similar attempts in the past.
However, to make that possible, the aforementioned ‘clear comparison group’ would have been necessary.
This is information about ancient magic that is necessary for interpretation.
“… … In any case, the fact that a comparison group is needed remains the same.”
“How long does it take from the time you get the information to the time you interpret the magic circle?”
“With the power of the great wizard who sees through reason, it won’t take long to interpret it.”
The only thing that was said was that it was complicated to learn and reproduce it. But that didn’t matter.
“Half a year. Should that be enough time?”
“Yes, I will definitely make it happen.”
Finding traces of ancient magic could not be easy.
Still, the reason Matapju spoke to me was probably because I had an ancient artifact.
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Perhaps he knows the whereabouts of other artifacts… … for some vague reason.
Well, that’s not wrong.
I’m sure what I know is much more than he thinks.
But I had no intention of handing over an artifact that contained only fragmentary information.
Since you’re going to do it anyway, it’s better to give something that’s certain.
‘Well, I guess I should go and look for it soon.’
I didn’t know that these situations would overlap at that time.
Soon, my gaze, recalling something, turned to George, who was blankly staring at the magic stone outside the window.
“Let’s go.”
“… … Oh, yes? What?”
Judging from the way he asked stupidly, it seemed that he had been busy measuring the actual value of the magic stone visible outside the window. And Matapju, who was watching him, laughed heartily.
“As expected, he is an interesting aide. All men should be curious and greedy.”
“… … .”
It seemed that the magician’s eyes were tightly shut because of the magic tower incident. Or maybe the archmage’s eyes were wrong.
I shook my head silently and spoke to Matapju.
“What about the magic power?”
“I did use up some energy while interpreting the magic stone, but I still have enough left to use the power.”
It wasn’t bad. That was good enough.
I said as I looked at the map that George had spread out, coming to his senses at the words, “I’m leaving.”
“Then let’s move right now.”
“Yes, I understand. Where should I go?”
“here.”
The place my finger was pointing to was a certain point that ran through the northern continent. However, the eyebrows of the Matapju who confirmed that location were twitching.
“This is… … .”
“okay.”
A land that is not permitted. A place that is not easily accessible.
I began to speak slowly, without hiding my joy.
“The Golden City of Trekka.”
It was the former capital of the Federal Empire.
* * *
Trekka, as its name suggests, was a city where enormous wealth was concentrated.
That was understandable, as this was a city located at the very center of the northern continent. It was literally the center of trade for all trades on the continent.
Thanks to this, there was a time when this place was always crowded with people, and it was said that the number of people passing by was comparable to that of a decent territory.
Even the appearance of the now abandoned old imperial palace was worthy of the name of the Golden City.
Plating that fills the walls. Countless jewels sparkle even from afar.
If there were no soldiers managing it, it would be a sight that stimulates a primal desire that anyone would covet.
But that was literally a past glory.
Trekka has become a city that no one visits anymore, and at best only a few tourists flock there to see the palace.
Didn’t the previous emperor dare to move the capital in an absurd manner? The citizens of Trekka would not have liked that.
And that was the same for Reika, who grew up hearing about the history before she was born.
“Haa… … There are no customers today.”
How could there be any customers when there were no people coming and going? To Reika, who was running the bookstore following her grandfather’s legacy, this old bookstore was nothing more than a burden.
A bookstore that had been in operation for generations. A local sign that still had the touch of ancestors. That name was also completely useless to her.
On the contrary, now that there are facilities called national libraries, there is no one who would own those expensive books.
Why pay money when there is a place where you can read books for free?
Moreover, even the occasional customers were mostly merchants, and even those were merely a means to satisfy vanity, and never actually brought in any money.
Reika was dissatisfied with that.
“… … I want to quickly wrap up this bookstore and leave.”
A boring bookstore that doesn’t make any money.
Originally, it was his father, not himself, who should have inherited the bookstore. However, his father became obsessed with strange studies and failed to fulfill his duties.
Therefore, it was she who took over the bookstore after her grandfather. Perhaps, if she had not taken over the bookstore, she would have become a freelance merchant.
“They say the seas of the South Sea are so beautiful… … .”
But what could I do? Even if I wanted to leave in the end, I had no choice but to stay for my father.
If we didn’t have even a tiny bit of income, we wouldn’t have any means to support our family.
So she just sat at the checkout counter and nodded her head.
It was that moment.
Ding-!
A small bell attached to the door began to ring clearly, signaling the arrival of a guest.
Reika quickly wiped away the look of disappointment on her face and raised her head toward the door of the bookstore.
“Welcome… … huh?”
But the conversation didn’t continue properly. It wasn’t for any other reason. It was because the behavior of the three people who opened the door and came in seemed a little strange.
‘Robe?’
A robe so different from the typical attire of the Federal Empire. Reika was surprised at the way he so obviously looked like an outsider.
Because the people here tend to be extremely averse to outsiders… … or rather, foreigners.
But what was even more amazing was the fact that the voice coming from the man in the lead was so beautiful.
“It seems like you came to the right place.”
“……ah.”
Reika’s eyes opened wide at the low, yet sweet voice. And the owner of that voice continued speaking while looking around the inside of the bookstore.
“Where is your father?”
To be honest, it was the first time I saw someone looking for their father.
I’m talking about someone who is looking for an eccentric father who studies the illusive subject of ancient universities.
