Wizards (2)

He sensed someone running out from the lecture hall a moment later. The people who were attacking the school in broad daylight were

Huh, Ezra, you motherfucker! I said you shouldnt even add the [Acceleration] formula!

Its real~ You got the test result right~ Dont be angry, Daria~.

Ahhh! When Professor Zebedee returns, hell try to kill us! I didnt tell you to break the external barrier!

Ah, what did I break? The mana stone is only slightly scratched~. Are you still scared of the professor?

A gorgeous woman in a coat was fighting a man with white hair.

And when the royal wizard protests, youll have to write a hundred papers. Deputy Director, I wont help you this time.

From a distance, the man walking around the edge of the school replied instead.

Aremis, dont be so cold.

They didnt even seem to notice Kleios existence. Hearing their conversation, it appeared that they were wizards who arrived to reinforce the barrier.

Werent they an assault team?

Ive done it too!

He heard the young womans voice shouting with [Amplification] magic. At the same time, the schools external barriers were restarted.

Vwooom.

Despite the great explosion a moment before, the outer barriers were shining brighter than ever. The strength of the barrier was definitely different.

I guess there are wizards who are capable of that.

The scroll of Memory went through Kleios mind, finding the names Ezra and Daria quickly. They were supporting characters mentioned several times in the second half.

I know they are wizards who are heroes in the war

The appearances before him seemed far from heroic, however.

Well, that is the disparity between reality and history.

At that moment, Professor Rosas assistant, Calvin, ran to the front gate at a tremendous speed.

No! Ezra, youre no longer a student, but here you are causing an accident?!

Hey, Calvin, long time no see! An accident? As soon as I arrived in the capital, I was ordered to come here and restart the external barrier without even a chance to change.

Youre the one who received the order, so its clear that the administration department made an error. Ill figure it out.

Hey, even if I dropped out, I was skilled enough to be admitted. Dont be so cold. There was just an overload while I tried to shorten the start-up time. No problem!

The dean will decide if its a problem or not. Come in and wait.

About that moment, Dione, parasol in one hand and Kleios coat in the other, reached the front door. Calvin turned around and headed for the school, party in tow, as Dione gently placed the coat on Kleio.

Young master, what should I do if you run out in this weather without a coat? It doesnt seem like a big deal, but please head in.

The lady didnt care at all about the fuss happening outside, instead of concerning herself with Kleios health.

I thought a raid might be happening.

No, if it were an attack, you have to avoid it. My goodness! Youve been hanging out with Prince Arthur too much, havent you?

That

As Dione and Kleio began to turn around, the white-haired wizard shouted loudly.

Oh! Isnt that Dione Grayer?

Dione, who usually moved boldly in front of others, acted like a startled deer as she turned back with terror on her face.

Oh!

They know each other?

Young master, what bugs are there in school? I need to quarantine. Now, lets head in quickly.

Kleio, being dragged by Dione, glanced back at the wizard. Of course, there was no need to look around.

Thud!

The man had crossed the distance at a tremendous speed unbelievable for a magician to arrive in front of Dione and Kleio. Dione was trembling slightly as she stood in front of Kleio.

I guess this is a really weird guy.

Dione~! Youre still so cold! Lets not have any bad feelings between friends~.

I dont know; I dont engage in illegal magic experiments or collude non-gentlemen who practice magic.

Well, then, is that kid a gentleman?

A great gentleman and knight.

The white-haired man in the uniform of the Defense Force looked at Kleio somewhat rudely. Kleio met his eyes without hesitation. Not only his hair, but his eyebrows and eyes were a pale ivory color.

Is this wizard suffering from albinism?

Hes a kid without any blood on his head~.

Please refrain from insulting Sir Kleio Asel, vice-captain of the Magic Corps.

Ezras voice grew grumpy, and in response, Diones own words grew short.

Kleio Asel? Hey, are you the rumored disciple of Zebedee?

I received an offer but havent yet accepted it.

Are you looking around? Do you think your skills are that good? Huh?

The rumors have been exaggerated

Shaaaa-

Ezra developed his circle at a tremendous pace, covering a 200m range in platinum-colored ether. Kleios plan to get rid of him by acting moderately was ruined.

[Level 6 Wizard

Title: White Leader]

His level is high!

Kleio tried to open his own circle against him, but he encountered tremendous resistance within Ezras circle. At that moment, the content of the third volume of the magic book came to his mind from Memory.

You cant open a circle within an opponents circle if theres a huge difference in level. Damn.

He tried to push it, but his etheric circulation was blocked, so he could hardly pull the ether from his body.

What is it? Still about 4th level as you cant open a circle when youre pressed like this? Hmm~ I guess the rumors are exaggerated~.

Ezra, who was walking around Kleio, took a few steps back to watch his struggle. Then, he took a piece of a beasts paw out of his pocket and threw it at them.

Go and bite this cheeky little boy!

The paw was wrapped in ether, turning into a gold-colored, rabbit-mouse animal. It was a complicated six-formula magic, using [Transformation], [Regeneration], and [Acceleration].

What is that?!

Kleio, using Perception, moved to Dione as he avoided the rushing rabbit.

Kiii!

The ethereal beast revealed sharp teeth that contrasted with its small and cute appearance.

Thats no rabbit!

Suddenly, Dione drew her sword from her umbrella and stepped forward skillfully, stabbing at the rushing rabbit. The sword and the beast clashed, making a metallic noise. Diones skill was great, but the blade couldnt penetrate the grotesque beasts hide.

Ugh!

Kyaaahahah!

The angry beast now jumped for Dione, as fast as lightning.

Dione!

At that moment, the ether shaking fiercely inside Kleio burst out to form a circle. Kleio shouted out the most powerful mantra of [Defense] as it did.

[This is my wall, my shield, my horn of salvation, my high tower, my refuge!] 1)

A magic circle of [Defense] as solid as a rock wall wrapped around Dione and Kleio. The rabbit-rat thing hit the shield several times before it collapsed on the floor, fading.

The magic resembles its caster. Hes in such a hurry.

Shaaaaa-

Before long, both Kleio and Ezras circles faded, and Ezra let out a joyful laugh.

Its quite a bit for level 4! Your ether sensitivity is terrifying! The report to the Defense Force was accurate.

Did you do this dangerous thing to test that? You even got Lady Dione caught up in it. Apologize properly.

Ah, you werent hurt. Dione was the most versatile wizard of her class, too.

Dione ignored Ezra, her voice colder than the winds over the northern sea.

Alright. Its not a person, but a bug, so theres no reason for it to take responsibility. Young master, lets head in now.

She didnt even see him as human.

Now, ~ Wait, wait a minute.

Ezra moved to block Kleio and Dione.

Lets just bet something. Huh? If you win, Ill apologize!

Theres no need for a conditional apology.

Hey, really. Junior, dont talk like that. Its scary~.

Even Kleio, who didnt usually get angry due to his lack of energy, was growing annoyed with Ezra. Of course, he continued to respond with a flat tone.

I dont want to have any more unnecessary or unpleasant conversations. Please move away.

Its the final exams soon. How about I teach you something? Or can you not do the stuff I could at level 4? If you win, Ill accept any orders!

Instead, if I lose, you will want something.

Please participate in my experiment. Ive never seen an intermediate wizard full of the ether like you. How can you force a circle despite the level difference? I saw it but can hardly believe it!

Ezras pale cheeks were slightly flush as he spoke excitedly. Although he was handsome, his attitude and tone were no good.

You want to replicate that stupid double load you did when you were in third grade with Sir Kleio?

Oh, if its a genius you praise, wouldnt that be easy?

Its a stupid proposal that has no worth. No matter how good Sir Kleio is, how could you do a double load right now?

Why?! Its perfect! Its also the end of the year, festival season; lets show off something interesting!

Kleio also agreed with Diones opinion, but at the same time, he had other calculations going on.

Theres no way to stop this human. He lives the way he wants and wont be dissuaded.

It was the type who had accomplished remarkable things since they were young. Such people really raised his blood pressure.

I was thinking about how to find an in with the Capital Defense Forces magic team, but they came to me. Regardless of his personality, if hes a vice-captain, his position is quite high

The beasts blood had clearly passed from the magic team to Aslan, so it was necessary to find out how that had happened. Kleio decided to play along and raise his temper. He just needed some keywords, like No or I cant; its impossible.

Double loading isnt learned during the first-year course. Its natural that I, as a student, cannot succeed at such a thing.

He felt Diones eyes open wide, but he didnt look back. Arthur hadnt even told Isiel about Kleios magic. Only Fran and Arthur knew he was capable of double loading magic formulas.

Ah, why dont you try it instead of saying no?! You still have a week left. Thats it; if you practice, its okay. Hmm?

Ezra pulled a ring from his little finger and passed it over to Kleio.

Okay, this is a magical snow quartz ring. If I succeed, I wont ask for a price, and if I fail, Ill get it back. Instead, you have to do my experiment. As long as Im in charge of this school barrier!

Dione intervened.

Ezra Sergey! This isnt adult-like! Take back your family ring.

Why?! If Kleio does it, Ill apologize~.

Are you even listening?

Ah? Whats that?

Ezra continued to provoke Dione, who looked like she wanted to clock him. Kleio nodded, taking the ring.

Okay. I may be lacking, but I will try my best from now on to show off the double load next Friday.

And Sergeys family ring wont be returned.

Hahahaha! I thought so! Ill experiment gently, so dont be scared~.

Ezra!

For the next five minutes, Kleio had to use all his remaining power to calm Dione, who was trying to draw her blade again.

1) King James Bible, 2 Samuel, edited.