Chapter 115: Fina (2)

“Always take care of your health, and I wish you constant happiness. alpha – Katia Flameheart”

“Sorry, Dereck. artist I inquired, focusing on Count Elvester’s side after hearing your request, but I couldn’t find a master who could teach you 4-star magic.”

“Don’t be too discouraged and try to reach new heights through your own contemplation of the world of magic. silence I am an insufficient master, so it seems difficult for me to help you further.”

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“If you do it like that, it will be even harder. antique Even if you are short of breath now, keep the breathing technique. arrow In the long run, it will help you conserve energy for longer. galaxy Come on, inhale-exhale.”

“Now, the breathing technique is important. auction Inhale-exhale, inhale-exhale, inhale-exhale. alert Follow me. audit Inhale-exhale.”

“…inhale… exhale…”

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As always, Dereck spoke to her with a refreshing expression.

The path itself felt like a gentle trail, but running for so long with her small body was extremely difficult.

Even though it was a day without classes at the Ravenclaw Training Center, Fina couldn’t understand why she had to run up the hill behind the mansion, alongside Dereck.

What is a holiday? zenith It means a day off.

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“Yes, it’s hard.”

“How is it?”

“…”

“It’s… it’s hard…”

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At least until she found a clue about the advanced necromancy she was researching, it was not convenient to attract public attention.

Those kinds of thoughts crossed her mind, but she couldn’t say them out loud.

Is he crazy?

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However, whether conscious of Fina’s suffering or not, Dereck spoke brightly with a clear voice.

“That feeling of difficulty is important, Lady Fina. All translations belong to Indra Translations. You can find us online at indratranslations.com antique Humans grow through adversity, so it is good to enjoy that feeling.”

Although Fina was overwhelmingly superior to Dereck in terms of power, she couldn’t harm him for that reason.

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“Inhale-exhale, Lady Fina.”

“But… even so… your words… don’t make sense… huff… huff…”

“Enjoy the difficulty… what kind of nonsense is that…?”

“Ah, no complaining.”

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After completing the basic physical training, Dereck finally allowed a moment of rest only upon reaching the heart of the quiet forest.

The forest, in the early afternoon, was a place full of life.

“Sniff… sniff… Cough! album Cough!”

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The chirping of sparrows echoed among the trees, and Dereck began stretching his body on the other side of the rock.

“For a warm-up, that was pretty good.”

“A-a warm-up…?”

As she leaned against a rock, gasping, she could hear the sounds of animals moving among the bushes and the whisper of the leaves.

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Dereck changed strategies.

“…”

“Weren’t we coming today for a magic lesson?”

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He thought that if he scolded and criticized Fina over and over like a madman, she would eventually get fed up and leave on her own.

Realizing that this approach would lead nowhere, Dereck had no choice but to devise a new strategy.

After living hidden in that way so many times, it was no wonder she became skilled at it.

However, Fina’s mental fortitude, determined to completely hide from the public eye, was stronger than he had anticipated.

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If expulsion was not an option, then graduation would suffice.

“Your eyes…?”

“In fact, I have observed Lady Fina’s eyes several times during classes.”

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“Huff… huff… T-thank you for the compliments. armor I was just doing what I had to…”

“But…! harbor I have seen the true nature of Lady Fina.”

“Lady Fina is diligent in everything she does and seems to devote much time to mastering magic. matrix Other young women who study with you often praise you, saying that you are very dedicated and that they have much to learn from you.”

The most renowned magic master of Ebelstein.

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Fina couldn’t help but wonder if that reputation was undeserved as she looked at Dereck.

At that, Fina’s fingers trembled slightly, and a chill ran through her gaze.

“Lady Fina is hiding her true abilities.”

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“Hiding my abilities…? attic What do you mean by that?”

He had hit the mark.

If Dereck had really noticed Fina’s true identity, then many assumptions wavered from that point.

Fina rarely left alive those who discovered her identity. avalanche In this era, a master of necromancy was treated the same as a criminal who should be executed immediately.

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“There is a naturalness in the way you handle magic during training, something only veterans possess. aspect I wonder if Lady Fina is aware of that.”

His tone was somewhat theatrical and pompous, but he had certainly struck home.

“…”

“Even if you speak calmly, I have already noticed everything. alien The bored look in your eyes during classes, the kind smile you show everyone, but with an emptiness hidden beneath it—I have felt it all.”

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Fina was someone who found it difficult to take deep interest in worldly matters, even in trivial conversations. antenna Although she currently pretended to be the naïve daughter of a rural baron out of necessity, she could not erase the emptiness ingrained within her.

She had considered him frivolous, meddlesome, and old-fashioned in his way of thinking, but he had an unexpectedly perceptive side.

However, she was surprised that this man had noticed it.

“In fact, it is not unusual for young noblewomen to hide their abilities. advance Some do not want to reveal their exceptional talents due to family internal circumstances.”

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From Dereck’s perspective, he was not lying.

In reality, Denise had hidden for years the fact that she was a second-class exploration mage.

“So, I will not ask why Lady Fina is hiding her abilities. Visit indratranslations.com for more free chapters and updates. abandon However, isn’t it a shame? alpha You came all the way to Ravenclaw territory, and it is a waste to simply pass the time.”

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“That’s why I will teach you higher-level magic.”

“…”

At those words, Fina sneered inwardly.

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It was too unrealistic to imagine that the only daughter of a rural barony family, whose name was barely known, was in fact a 6-star necromancer.

Indeed, this man had noticed that she was hiding her abilities. avalanche His insight was admirable.

But he still thought she was only a second-class mage. antique That was natural.

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‘It seems he has not discovered my true identity.’

The entire area of the forest, covered with vegetation emanating life energy, froze completely.

There was no need to cause a commotion by using her power. abandon As Fina took a deep breath and leaned against the rock, Dereck pulled out the staff strapped to his back and manifested his magic.

The most reasonable assumption was that she was a girl who had reached the level of second-class.

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It is not just about talent or early achievements. orbit Those who fit the description of “extraordinary” usually give the impression of being, in essence, different as human beings.

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In life, there are moments when one comes across extraordinary people.

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Sometimes they were individuals who had already fully developed and dominated the world, sometimes they were growing talents who had yet to shine, and other times they were children who could not even read.

In particular, she was the only one who had met almost every known six-star mage, including those who were already dead or missing.

Having lived a long life, Fina had crossed paths with all kinds of people, including many mages considered exceptional.

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Melverot learned fourth-class magic shortly after his coming-of-age ceremony.

However, regardless of age, the raw material of mages destined to dominate the world was different from the beginning.

Kohella reached the fifth star before turning thirty, and the following year created a fifth-rank magical weapon.

Drest, born a commoner, reached the rank of high-level mage without anyone’s help.

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There is no sense in distinguishing between first and second place. attic If one is truly extraordinary, they must run so far ahead that the second place cannot even be seen.

Being extraordinary is something like that. anchor It goes beyond being superior—it must be incomparable.

Only people like that can advance to the level of five stars or higher.

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And the young man before her, who seemed to have just reached adulthood, was already casting a fully mature third-level magic without blinking.

Crack!

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Fwoosh!

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The level of magic that this young man, without a single wrinkle on his face, could employ was by no means something an ordinary youth could perform.

A scene that created the illusion of a change in season.

As she observed his demonstration, Fina narrowed her eyes.

‘Using third-level magic at this age?’

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Fina shook her head, crossing her arms.

After being tormented by Dereck’s meddling for several days, Fina’s internal evaluation of him was already at rock bottom.

‘He’s not just a charlatan…’

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‘It’s not just an imitation of third-level magic. riddle He already wields it skillfully… he is a true third-level mage.’

He was sincere about magic, but he talked too much and was annoying with his unnecessary ramblings.

However, she had no choice but to acknowledge Dereck’s magical ability.

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Of course, Fina had sensed that Dereck was not an ordinary person.

For a mercenary from the slums to be recognized in the cold aristocratic circles, he had to have solid abilities.

‘Wasn’t it at this age when Melverot mastered fourth-level magic? timber He’s almost at that level.’

But Dereck’s magical level went beyond good—it had reached a degree that could be called extraordinary.

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Considering Dereck’s potential, it would not be surprising if one day he wielded influence comparable to Melverot’s.

Fina looked at Dereck, who was calmly brushing the dust off his neck, with a serious expression.

The arrogant aristocrats of the center seemed not to notice, but at this level, one could say a new force was emerging on the fringes of the continent.

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Though his power was still weak and had not yet been seriously monitored, if he began to take interest in politics or power struggles, the situation would completely change.

Although she was convinced of that, in truth, it was another matter entirely.

“The third-level combat magic Freezing that I just showed you is useful for stopping approaching enemies and buying time for chants. ability Though it may lack the elegance of orthodox theories, its practicality is truly excellent.”

That man is now at his lowest point.

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Fina pretended to praise him with a cunning smile.

“Amazing. atlas As expected, Sir Dereck’s magical skills are formidable.”

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“Yes, yes? zenith Well… how could I use that level of magic in just half a year?”

However, she had already reached the level of six stars in necromancy, and in other types of magic she was between the fourth and fifth star.

The level of magic Dereck used was something Fina could easily master with a bit of practice.

“If you only admire, it will be difficult. silence I am sure that Lady Fina will be able to use this level of magic before leaving the training center.”

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That a girl who had not even formally debuted in society could wield three-star magic was an anomaly that would attract everyone’s attention.

Fina thought he was joking with something boring. autumn In this era, even manifesting one-star magic before the coming-of-age ceremony was already considered a great talent.

Dereck spoke to Fina with a serious look.

“I believe it is possible. This novel translation is officially hosted on indratranslations.com. anchor Is there anything that cannot be achieved with determination?”

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Dereck surely knew that, and yet he looked at Fina with unshakable confidence.

In the southwestern part of the continent, there was only one lady—Siern.

The number of people who manifested three-star magic before coming of age could be counted on one hand, even searching the entire continent, not just in Ebelstein.

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Speaking of confidence, a great mage who had risen to the rank of hero with nothing but that came to her mind.

Confidence.

It made her curious where that confidence came from.

The six-star combat mage, Kalimford.

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He thought only of magic, indifferent to everything else.

It was said that his youth as a combat mage had been just like that.

Even near fifty years old, he smiled like a child while casting magic.

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“Sir Dereck.”

It was the most important trait shared by extraordinary mages.

Fina’s face, which had been showing the expression of a naïve country girl, began to harden little by little.

Finally, she narrowed her eyes with a piercing gaze, straightened her back, and spoke.

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Her tone had lost all its liveliness.

“Yes.”

“Sir Dereck… you are already a fully formed three-star mage.”

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“Do you want to become a four-star mage?”

A heavy sensation, as if descending into a deep pit. august It felt as if the immortal necromancer, tempered by time, was peeking out—a chill swept through the forest.

She looked silently at Dereck and said.

A coldness, as if a vengeful spirit resided in her light purple eyes.

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Dereck frowned for a moment.

It was the first time Dereck, who had struggled with everything related to Fina, fell into deep reflection.

He did not expect Fina to ask that question so suddenly.

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Finally, he nodded.

“The four-star rank is completely different from the previous hierarchies. meadow One must be able to implement magic on their own and wield magical power infused with their own attributes.”

“Isn’t it obvious? harbor Every mage dreams of surpassing themselves.”

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Up to the three-star rank, one walks along paths already explored. abstract But from the four-star rank onward, one must expand and develop their own understanding of magic.

Even those born with excellent lineage cannot be certain of reaching that level before dying.

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The method is extremely difficult, so it is common to receive guidance from a high-ranking mage. shadow Having such a mentor is also a blessing.

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And yet, she knew that there were those who had achieved it. avalanche The wandering ghost of the continent, Drest Wolftail.

This man seemed to possess Kalimford’s confidence and certainty, Melverot’s passion for magic, and Drest’s strength to overcome adversity.

In terms of potential, he already seemed complete.

For a vagabond from the slums, reaching that level is more than difficult—it is practically impossible.

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“Of course, to the top.”

Could it be that he intends to reach that level, which only four people in this vast continent have attained? canvas The ragged beggar from the slums who used to gaze at the stars in the sky.

“By repeating such feats, how far do you intend to go?”

The highest level a human can reach. anchor The six-star rank.

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He was not just speaking of ideals—he was silently climbing that mountain.

But in reality, he had climbed and climbed until he became a territorial noble.

“Haha… I see. adopt Sir Dereck, are you really trying to become a six-star mage?”

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“Yes. academy I just said it.”

“…Huh?”

“You just said it. legend You are aiming for the top.”

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“I am aiming for the top.”

Dereck, as always, responded calmly as he put away his staff.

At those words, Fina’s expression hardened for an instant.

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The six-star rank, the limit of human ability. arch But even that is not the “top” for this man.

The great mage Adelbert, who was the first to compose the entire magical system, divided the ranks while looking at the constellation of the Big Dipper in the night sky.

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Where is this man looking?

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In a corner of a stream attached to the slums. sphere Late at night, when not even the crickets sing.

And, after immeasurable time had passed.

In the end, the summit is beyond those stars. arctic It would be the North Star, the center of the firmament.

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The upper realm, whose very existence is still uncertain. silence That is the place where that man’s gaze is directed.

From the deepest bottom of the world, where only darkness dwells, toward the highest peak of that starry sky.

A disheveled child, with white hair, dressed in rags, looked up at the Big Dipper in the starry sky and extended his hand.

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It is not about idealistic phrases like a man must have great ambitions or that aiming high helps achieve more.

That man’s eyes are completely serious, without a single trace of exaggeration.

He is simply stating the truth as it is.

The man who always spoke grandiosely and meddled unnecessarily now does not say a single word.

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The six-star necromancer, who remained seated in silence among the spaces of life, looking at Dereck, finally spoke in a cold tone.

A forest full of life. portal Ironically, not a pleasant place for a necromancer who deals with death and souls.

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“You truly are a curious man.”

And her eyes were also much sharper than before.

At some point, Fina had stopped using honorifics with Dereck.

Dereck’s eyebrows arched for an instant.