Chapter 75

Sacred magic can be broadly divided into two categories: purification and materialization. The anti-demon effects of purification are not limited to undead and spiritual entities; materialization can also generate items other than weapons, showing a surprisingly wide range of capabilities.

"Hmm, but sacred magic is difficult to manipulate, isn't it?"

Magic is manifested through complex combinations of magical formulas. If you tamper with parts you don't understand, there's a risk that the effect won't manifest at all. This tendency is particularly pronounced in sacred magic, which has strong constraints.

"The magical language used in sacred magic is from the heavens, so it's hard for you to read, Lord Lloyd."

"Isn't the formula too simple to manipulate?"

"Yeah, if I were to do anything, it would be to add a simple formula."

So far, I've mostly tried materialization. I've created swords, armor, shields, axes, and various other items, but to be honest, they all seem the same and aren't very interesting.

"I'd like to try purification next..."

"Heh, how about you, demon? Why don't you be the target of the purification?"

"Are you kidding, you damn angel? I'd die instantly if I were hit by Lord Lloyd's purification!"

Using Grimo as a test subject isn't bad, but a demon familiar is also quite valuable. It seems a bit wasteful to eliminate it with purification. Besides, experimenting alone limits my ideas and methods. To develop new magic, a certain number of people are necessary.

"...Right, that's why they're here for such occasions."

Muttering this, I activate spatial transfer. My destination is the Lordst territory. This is the land I was given for my previous work, where former members of the Assassin Guild now work.

"Ah, it's Lord Lloyd! It's been a while."

"Doing well? Galileo."

The bald man, Galileo, immediately spotted me and bowed his head. Galileo used to lead the Assassin Guild and now acts as the lord here in my place.

"How's the job going?"

"It's manageable. It's a tough job, but it's rewarding to work for people."

Galileo nodded, showing his experience as a leader. My choice was right.

"By the way, I haven't been slacking on my abilities. ...Here."

With that, Galileo shot a sticky thread from his fingertips, attaching it to a pen on a distant table and pulling it to his hand. Galileo's ability is to produce a sticky mass of magical power similar to spider silk. It used to be more crude, but now he can control it with much finer detail.

"...That's about it. I'm currently practicing controlling the output and viscosity of the threads. I'd like to formulaize it eventually, but it's still a work in progress."

"Good, keep it up. And the reason I came today is to ask you to gather everyone."

"Of course, no problem. Everyone will be happy to see Lord Lloyd. Please wait a moment."

After a while, Galileo brought three men and women. Talia, Babylon, and Crow, all former members of the Assassin Guild with similar abilities. They knelt before me.

"Ah, Lord Lloyd. How are you?"

"Hey, it's been a while. I want to teach everyone sacred magic."

"Sacred magic? I've heard of it, but can we learn it?"

"I have some connections. Let's give it a try—Jirel."

"Wh-What? You want me to grant my miracles to these people!?"

Jirel exclaimed in panic at my words.

"Yes, of course you can, right?"

"Well, if it's a matter of can or can't, I can..."

"Then I'll leave it to you."

"Grr... To these unknown people... The men are out of the question, and the women are a bit too forward... Ugh, no matter how I think about it, I can't recommend it. But to maintain my life in this paradise-like world, I can't afford to upset Lord Lloyd... There's no other choice..."

"Please."

"...Understood. I will grant these people sacred magic. Place your hands on them."

Jirel, gritting his teeth, seemed to have resigned himself. As instructed, I placed my hands on Galileo and the others, who were enveloped in a faint light.

"Wow! What's this!? Strange letters are floating in my head!?"

"This is sacred magic... Hmm, it's quite impressive."

"I get it! I can use it!"

"Wow, light is coming out! It's amazing!"

The four of them began to use sacred magic in their own ways. Yes, it seems they can use it. Ability users have been exposed to magic since childhood, so I expected they would have a natural aptitude for it.

"Ah, to think sacred magic would be given to such people... It's lamentable..."

"Jirel, if they try to use sacred magic, open a portal for them immediately. —I also want everyone to work together to find various ways to use sacred magic. By the way, keep this a secret."

If the people in the castle found out, my peaceful life might be ruined. For the same reason, I can't tell Ren. If Silfa found out, it could be a problem. I need them to think I'm just a magic enthusiast.

"Understood, Lord Lloyd."

With this, we can develop sacred magic to some extent. They will come up with various ways to use it, and I can take the best parts. Yes, it's great to have companions.