Chapter 7

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It's a later addition to the story. I don't think it's a good idea to add more content later, but I included it. It doesn't affect the plot.

◆ The Young Man Who Became a Dark Knight, Croki

"Sir Dihart, this is the magic of flight."

Lugus says this while I am floating in the center of the room. It is the afternoon of the day after the battle with Raiji. I am receiving a magic lesson from Lugus in a room in the Demon King's castle. After the battle with Raiji, I received great gratitude from Modest. Currently, I hold the second-highest position in Nargol, next to Modest. While it's nice to be appreciated, I wish he wouldn't hug me and call me "my dear friend." Regarding the reward, I asked him to put it on hold. If I return, the reward would be useless. According to Modest, summoning magic cannot return one to their original world; instead, it might send them to a different world or leave them lost in time and space. Therefore, a special magic called a "return spell" is needed. Unfortunately, Modest is not well-versed in such magic and could barely summon me. Modest promised to research the method of return. Does Elyos have a return spell? I wonder. According to Modest, the possibility is slim. I'm not sure where his confidence comes from, but it seems to be reliable information. However, if Modest is lying, the situation would be different. Perhaps the return spell exists, and he is trying to prevent me from returning to make me fight the hero. But I don't think Modest is lying. It's too convoluted, and there are better lies to make me fight the hero. Moreover, it seems Modest's thoughts are reflected in his behavior. I can tell from his doting attitude when talking to Mona. Mona doesn't seem to mind, and their lovey-dovey behavior sometimes irritates me. If that's the case, why are they fighting? They were forcibly brought to this world and have no way to return. I think Raiji was bewitched by the goddess's charm, but I don't understand why the others, except for Raiji, are fighting. I want to know more about Raiji and the others. Incidentally, I heard earlier that Raiji survived. I was relieved. I didn't want to kill Raiji, and I don't think he is evil enough to be killed. Feeling relieved, I am receiving lessons from Lugus about Nargol, this world, and magic. Information is necessary for anything I do. The horned, pointed-eared old man standing before me is the prime minister and the wisest man in Nargol. Normally, he should be handling the affairs of Nargol, but he is teaching me, which indicates that I am being treated well.

Now, I am learning about magic.

"It seems you can use the magic of flight without any problems. However, be careful. While using the magic of flight, you cannot use other magic and are vulnerable. You might become prey to archers..."

While floating, I make a small black flame appear from my index finger.

"...You need to be careful, but it seems unnecessary for Sir Dihart."

Lugus says this with a sigh. From his tone, it seems using two magic spells simultaneously is quite difficult.

"Truly, people from other worlds are mysterious. Normally, even a single magic of flight would require a long training period for a human... The companions of the hero also used high-level magic, so it seems Sir Dihart can do the same."

According to Lugus, Raiji and his companions could use high-level magic that normally requires long training immediately after appearing in this world. I can also use high-level magic, but I don't know why. I stop using the magic of flight and land on the ground.

"And that black flame. Only the king and Lord Ranhfeld could use it in this world, but Sir Dihart can. However, it's interesting. Sir Dihart cannot use ordinary flames but can use black flames. Normally, it should be the opposite."

Lugus shakes his head in disbelief.

"However, if you cannot use ordinary fire with your own magic, it would be inconvenient. Let's try to control a fire spirit next."

Lugus thinks for a moment and mutters something. Suddenly, a book appears in his hand.

"Let's try spirit magic this time. It's a completely different system from the magic you've learned, so be careful."

I recall something I learned from Lugus a while ago. There are two main types of magic: using one's own magic power or borrowing the power of something else to perform magic. The magic of flight is the former, and spirit magic is the latter. Spirit magic involves communicating with invisible spirits through magic to fulfill one's wishes or requests. However, to use spirit magic, one must have a high ability to communicate through magic. This ability is similar to telepathy, allowing communication between those who don't understand each other's language. Modest and I could communicate because we were unconsciously using this ability. We weren't actually speaking the same language; we were using magic to communicate, triggered by speaking. This magical communication is easy with intelligent beings that can speak, but it requires a high ability to communicate with spirits or beasts that don't have language. Even those with high magic power cannot use spirit magic if they lack this ability.

"Spirits of fire in the air, hear my voice!!"

Lugus raises his index finger, and a flame appears. He then releases his finger, and the small flame remains in the air. He continues to light more flames in the air, stopping after about ten. He mutters again, and the flames disappear.

"Try the same thing."

I mutter the same words as Lugus.

"Um... Spirits of fire in the air, hear my voice!!"

I raise my index finger and mutter like Lugus. Suddenly, a flame appears from my finger and flies around the room.

"Ah!!"

I dodge in panic. The flame bounces around the room and disappears after hitting the wall.

"I'm sorry, Lord Lugus!!"

I bow to Lugus.

"Phew, it would have been dangerous if I hadn't put a magic barrier on the room. It seems you can't use spirit magic well."

Lugus says this with interest. After several attempts, I couldn't control the fire spirit. According to Lugus, some people can use water spirits well even if they can't use fire spirits, so we try other spirits. However, I can't control water or wind spirits; I only make the room wet or scatter papers. Water spirits are useful, so I practice a bit with the lower-level spirit Undine, but it's exhausting. It seems I can't even summon higher-level spirits. My ability to communicate with spirits that don't speak is not good.

I recall that Sasaki Rino used a higher-level fire spirit during the battle with Raiji. She must have a high ability to communicate through magic. Even if I can't communicate with spirits, I haven't tried communicating with beasts that don't speak. I'll try it next time.

"Let's stop here for today."

Lugus closes the book, and it disappears from his hand.

"Lord Lugus... I have a question."

"What is it?"

"Lord Lugus, you've been using a book when casting magic. Does it have any meaning?"

"Ah, I see. You're curious about the magic book."

Lugus mutters something, and a book suddenly appears in his hand. I nod.

"Sir Dihart, actually, I, Lugus, cannot use spirit magic on my own."

"?"

I tilt my head.

"Um... I saw Lord Lugus using spirit magic earlier."

I voice my doubt. Lugus used spirit magic skillfully earlier. Why would he say he can't use it?

"That's because I was borrowing the power of this magic book. By opening the section that controls the fire spirit in this magic book, I could use the spirit magic that I normally can't."

"Then, if I use this magic book, can I use spirit magic?"

Honestly, if there's such a convenient tool, I wish he had mentioned it earlier.

"Would you like to try?"

"Really?!"

I nod and borrow the magic book from Lugus. I open it and try to use it, but the magic book doesn't react.

"Lord Lugus, the magic book glowed when you used it..."

"Fufufu, this magic book is specially made and can only be used by its owner, me."

Lugus says this with a laugh.

"Is that so... That's a bit disappointing."

I say this with a sigh. According to Lugus, he has various types of magic books and can use healing and spirit magic that he normally can't. In terms of the number of magic spells he can use, he surpasses Modest. The reason Lugus didn't participate in the battle with the hero is that he needs to switch magic books every time he uses a different type of magic, which takes time. Additionally, summoning a magic book consumes magic power, so he uses twice as much magic power as someone who uses the magic directly, making him unsuitable for actual combat.

"I envy Sir Dihart, who can use black flames. Even with the power of a magic book, I cannot use that black flame."

Lugus says this with a sigh. He returns the book to me and mutters something, and the book disappears from his hand.

"That ability is convenient. It's a magic to summon or return objects from a distance, right?"

"Yes, it's the magic of object movement. With special magical tools, it can be used quite easily. For example, Sir Dihart's magic sword."

"Really?"

I recall the magic sword given to me by Modest, the sword that cut Raiji.

"Try to think of the sword and summon it."

I place my hand and think of the magic sword.

Come!!

A few seconds later, a sword appears in my hand.

"It seems the magic sword recognizes you as its owner. These special magical weapons and armor tend to stay close to their owners, and summoning them is easy."

I look at the magic sword. The black blade with red patterns gives a sinister impression.

"This magic sword is called the Sword of Black Blood. Those cut by this sword are infused with a dark power that gradually erodes their own magic power. The hero, cut by this sword, is likely in a critical condition, his magic power eroded."

Lugus laughs happily. His words make my heart uneasy.

"Um... I heard the hero survived..."

At least, that's what I heard. I was relieved to hear that Raiji survived...

"Currently, the hero's life is being sustained by the power of the holy maiden. However, how long it will last is uncertain."

Lugus chuckles. Raiji is an enemy to Lugus and his companions, and it's natural for them to be pleased that their enemy is in a critical condition. However, I feel differently. I didn't intend to kill Raiji. I don't think he is evil enough to be killed. Just because I don't like someone doesn't mean I should hurt them. Honestly, I'm concerned. I think I should check on him. It's not just about Raiji; I'm also concerned about the others. Especially Shirone. When Shirone went missing in our world, I was very worried. Now that she is