The Book Eating Magician Chapter 352:

Chapter 352 - Overload (2)

 

-Well, there is nothing to say except that the opponent was too lousy .  Simon Magus is a monster that even the 6th stage Pride would lose against .  Prometheus’ Sloth wouldn’t be a big deal .

‘Not a big deal?’

-Originally, Sloth would’ve expanded infinitely if it wasn’t for the Cage of Chronos .  But Prometheus became its contractor through trickery and restricted its expansion, keeping it at the center of this swamp .  Moreover, in the end, he released his power to act as a spear and shield at the same time .

It had brought out four transcendents as a last hurrah, but fortunately, Theodore and the others had the power to stop it . In the end, Sloth couldn’t flee or fight and was struck by Simon Magus’ Dimensional Banish .  There was no way to escape, even for one of the Seven Sins .

“―It seems my job is over,” Simon Magus stated .

Theodore, who was surprised by the unintentional checkmate, stared blankly at the person before him .

Theodore faced Simon Magus and said, “T-Thank you for the good work . ”

“Stop the silly greetings . I might be pretending to be human, but Simon Magus is just a piece of debris left behind in the grimoire,” Simon spoke in a cold voice . Then he continued, “Slightly less dumb guy, I don’t think you are smart enough to understand me, but I will leave you with a few more words . ”

Theodore hadn’t known it right away, but he realized how mysterious Simon’s words were . So, he immediately raised his head and listened .  Then Simon Magic opened his mouth, “You made a contract with that **** tongue and will someday reach a crossroad . ”

“What . . . ”

“Shut up and just listen . You understand that the 8th circle is the limit that a mortal can reach . Then what is the limit of the 9th circle and what wall will block you?”

It wasn’t a question that could be answered by Theodore who had just awakened his abilities . No, Simon Magus opened his mouth to speak again like he didn’t expect an answer in the first place .  However, nothing came out of his mouth .  Simon noticed it himself and glared at Theodore’s left hand .  “You . ”

-I won’t allow you to say anymore, Simon Magus .

“Hah, what will you do? Will you delete my soul? Or will you lock me like last time?”

-I promise that it won’t be as good an experience as you think .

The atmosphere suddenly became ugly, and Theodore watched the confrontation between the two with wide eyes . So far, dozens of magicians, aside from Simon, had been called using Gluttony’s function . However, this was the first time they had acted like they knew each other and were even hostile .

Simon Magus wanted to give Theodore a few clues, but Gluttony wouldn’t allow it . . . ?

However, victory and defeat had already been determined from the beginning .

“Tsk, I’ll drop it . I will go back and sleep like a dead person . ” Simon Magus might have been a transcendent in his lifetime, but he was currently just a fragment of a soul captured by Gluttony . Despite receiving higher treatment than other souls, he couldn’t resist the grimoire that he was bound to .

At least, he couldn’t do anything alone .

“ . . . You too, you are speaking like that,” the words had escaped from Theodore’s mouth without him realizing .  Simon Magus couldn’t help turning his body in response .  

Theodore didn’t miss this moment and asked quickly, “Can I know why?”

“Well, you heard it . You aren’t stupid anymore . ” Simon Magus smiled for the first time . Perhaps Theodore’s direct question triggered something . “Yes, it is as you guessed . I am one of the magicians who contracted with Gluttony . Unlike you, I was a genius who reached the 9th circle on my own . But I guess I am a loser now . ”

Theodore swallowed a breath . Gluttony had existed for many years and contracted with magicians before . Furthermore, 9th circle magicians had been much more common in the Age of Mythology .  Among them, Simon Magus would certainly be qualified as the strongest person . The word ‘loser’ was a bit jarring, but Theodore’s thoughts were interrupted .

“I know there is more that you want to ask . But that **** tongue is restraining me, so I can’t talk about it . Dig into it with your own power . ”

“Yes,” Theodore expressed his gratitude to the senior who led him to a higher level, “Senior, thank you for teaching me . ”

“ . . . ” Simon Magus’ grim facial expression changed to a laugh . “Your personality is still the same despite awakening your powers? Indeed, I know why Prometheus picked you . ”

“Huh? What does that . . . ?”

“I can’t say . Listen to the rest from those who are coming soon . I will return now,” Simon’s body scattered after his last words . He disappeared in an instant .

The peak magician of the Age of Mythology—his actions were as fierce as his language . Any disciples he had would be troubled .  Theodore couldn’t help laughing at the thought .

 

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“That is what happened . ”

Theodore gave a short description to the three dragons who returned shortly afterward .

‘It wasn’t an easy fight . ’

The dragon lord was fine, but the two dragons were different . The traces that remained on their human bodies showed the intensity of the battle .  Brasmati had lost one eyeball and one arm, while Erucus was covered with scars that cut down to the bone . Their power dominated the surrounding area but the overall amount of power was greatly reduced .  Wouldn’t it be possible for Theodore to beat both of them now?

[I understand . You did well, Theodore Miller . I am deeply grateful as a representative of the dragons,] Clipeus said, bowing their head .

Theodore waved his hands . “It is nothing . I just did what I was supposed to do . ”

[Even though it is necessary, the value is still unchanged . It won’t be a big problem if I hand over my baton to you . ]

“Huh?” 

Was it fashionable to talk like people from the old days? There was Simon Magus and Gluttony . Now, this gold dragon was also difficult to understand .  As a distorted view was built up in Theodore’s head, Clipeus spoke with an embarrassed expression, [It is a story you will know when it is time . Someday when you get the key to this material world, I hope you will lead it in the right direction . ]

“I don’t understand it at all, but okay . ” Theodore nodded .

Then the dragon king pulled out another topic with a guileless face, [Ah, can you give me your hand once before you go? It won’t take long . ]

“My hand?”

[Yes . ]

It was a strange request, but Theodore didn’t hesitate to hold out his right hand .  There was no reason for Clipeus to attack him in this situation . His super sensitivity which had evolved to a higher level was also quiet .

[In the name of Clipeus,] the golden dragon said, placing their palm lightly on the back of Theodore’s hand and invoking its power, [As infinite gratitude to the benefactor of this world, I will make him the successor to an old but great mission . ]

‘This . . . !’ Theodore was greatly bewildered, but he didn’t pull his hand back . The ‘something’ that existed in Clipeus’ body was already moved to his hand, mixing with his magic power .  Then a golden pattern was engraved on Theodore’s right hand .

Clipeus released the hand and smiled in a manner that was less sparkly than before . [I have definitely handed it over . ]

Theodore’s voice was subdued, and he barely replied, “ . . . The burden is heavy . ”

[The order of this material world will be led by the human race in the future . Only you qualify for that role, Theodore Miller—humanity’s last transcendent . ]

More than half of it had been handed over . Clipeus, the dragon lord had given him the ‘control authority’ of this material world .  It was possible to drag out all of the existing resources and even temporarily reverse some natural laws . Theodore grasped all the abilities and was thrilled to realize just how powerful the child before him was .

‘Oh, my **** . This strength is god-level, and it is possible to reverse the entire gravity of this star . . . ’

As Gluttony had said, Clipeus was literally the final weapon of this material world . They would be the absolute destruction of any ‘enemies’ of this world .  The dragon king, who had been born for this purpose from beginning to end, forsook the reason for their existence .

Theodore had no choice but to answer like this, “I will do my best . ”

Fortunately, Clipeus grinned at the answer .  Then they turned to the half-resigned dragons . [Now, let’s disband . In the future, it will be a world where we aren’t needed . So, let’s try to live our own way . ]

“ . . . I understand, Lord,” Brasmati spoke with a bitter face .

Meanwhile, Erucus sounded like the sage of the forest, “The leaves that have played their role are scattered, haha . ” 

Aquilo was still unsure of the situation and alternated between looking at both sides .

[Aquilo . ]

“Ah, yes! Did you call, Lord?”

[Do you plan to follow him?]

There was a moment of hesitation at the unexpected question before Aquilo nodded with a determined expression . She had been called to the swamp due to the lord . Otherwise, she would have enjoyed playing around Theodore .

“Yes, if the boy will allow it . ”

[Umm . . . ] Clipeus made a strange sound and smiled . [Okay, be well . ]

“Huh . . . ? U-Understood . ”

[The fate of our species hangs on you . ]

“Why have my shoulders suddenly become so heavy?” Aquilo was greatly confused .

Meanwhile, Clipeus once again looked at Theodore . Then they invoked their dragon power .

Flash!

It was space movement that functioned differently from magic . The light disappeared, and no one was left in its place .

“W-What happened? Boy, do you have any guesses?”

“I don’t know . ”

“Why does the fate of my species hang on me?” Aquilo had a rare look of panic .  

Titania and Randolph couldn’t help laughing, causing her to glare at them .  It was a skit that couldn’t be found anywhere else in the continent .  After all, there was no place in the continent that would include a sword master, a high elf, and a dragon .

‘Is it time to return?’

The disturbance in the southern swamp was somehow settled, and Theodore had no reason to investigate anymore after reaching the 9th circle . So, he decided to return to Meltor soon .  Aquilo was still grumbling while the other two sprinkled potions on their wounds .

“Don’t move,” Theodore said .

He had never tried this before and never thought it would be possible .  Going from the swamp in the southernmost part of the continent to Mana-vil in the middle of the north… It was a distance that Orta had never imagined jumping . Yet, a giant magic circle had now appeared at their feet .

‘I can do it . ’ Theodore was confident . It wasn’t hard . He turned his palm over and felt the almighty feeling of the world moving according to his will .  It connected to the magic circle in the underground laboratory in Mana-vil . The distance was more than a thousand kilometers and protected by several layers of magic, but the connection was easy .

「 Open . 」

ABRACADABRA (It will be done as you say) .

Flash!

. . . And it was done .