Chapter 72

In the forest of the elves, after greeting Queen Hasanoko, I underwent a "Magic Appraisal" and was led to a large tree palace where the queen resides.

First, I borrowed a bed to rest and took a short nap. Ever since the seal was broken, I've been feeling sleepy.

I arrived at the elf forest around evening or night, but after waking up once to eat, I fell asleep again almost immediately.

Now, I can hear the chirping of birds, and the morning sun is shining through the window. It's a nice day.

I feel refreshed after a good sleep.

So, let's check my status.

"Status"

There's a lot of new information, so I need to confirm!

There are new markings and changes that weren't there before—

- Name: Renny Shurum Guora

- Race: Elf (Magic Surge)

- Age: 4

- Level: 999 (-90%)

"Magic Surge"

It used to be "Elf (Sealed)," but now it's changed to "Elf (Magic Surge)." As Samiyo and Hasanoko mentioned, it seems I am indeed in a state of magic surge.

And—

"Minus, it's decreased!"

The minus sign next to my level has changed from 97% to 90%! I can't help but laugh.

"Because I walked a lot"

After parting ways with my parents and traveling, I walked a lot.

Samiyo explained that building my body would make me stronger, and it's exactly as she said. It's touching to see the numbers.

I need to keep working hard.

And, I noticed another marking that's different from before.

"…Bug?"

What is this? Is it a bug?

"Magic value is off…"

The magic value is off.

My MP used to be at the maximum of 9999, but now—

"Twice?"

- MP: 19998/9999

The current value exceeds the maximum. By a lot. It's doubled.

Normally, the maximum value is displayed on the right side of the slash, and the current value on the left side decreases as I use magic.

I don't think the current value should ever exceed the maximum, but—

"Because of the Magic Surge? Or… because of my mother?"

Hasanoko mentioned before she went to sleep that I was born with the magic of two people.

If that's the case, perhaps the MP 9999 I had and the MP 9999 my mother had have both become my values.

"The power of the Jewel…?"

My mother wished to become human through the Jewel. As a result, she lost her magic and became human.

Considering the timeline of events:

- The Jewel accepted my mother's wish, absorbed her magic, and sealed it.

- My mother's MP 9999 was stored in the Jewel.

- The Jewel was passed down to me from my mother.

- The Jewel's ability to absorb magic continued, sealing my MP 9999 as well.

- The power of the Jewel in "Wandering Capital Rewander" removed the seal on the Jewel I possess.

As a result, both my mother's magic and my original magic returned to my body at once.

"…Maybe it's a good thing"

Reflecting on my condition, I feel a bit regretful.

When the seal was broken, Count Giral was in front of me, and I was probably excited.

My mind was only on purifying the Living Mails and helping the children still in other facilities, so I didn't pay attention to the return of my magic, and I didn't hesitate to use it all at once.

But, considering that MP 19998 suddenly flowed through my body, I might have gone crazy at that moment.

Samiyo's words, "The fact that you're acting normally, Lady Renny, is a miracle to me," were indeed true.

"Will it always be like this?"

I used a lot of magic to purify the Living Mails.

However, the current value is doubled. Perhaps the maximum value is MP 9999, but while I possess the Jewel, it's normal to have double.

In other words,

"Stronger than the game"

I can't help but laugh.

In the game, my magic value was already at MAX. Now, it's far beyond that. Moreover, I can manipulate magic, which wasn't possible in the game. Perhaps my potential is at its peak?

Indeed, the strongest four-year-old. There's still room for growth.

"Lady Renny, have you woken up?"

"Samiyo, come in."

While laughing to myself in bed, there was a knock on the door.

It seems Samiyo has come.

"Lady Renny, how are you feeling?"

"Yep, I'm fine."

I slept well, so I'm not sleepy, and I don't feel feverish.

Hearing this, Samiyo looked relieved.

"Last night, we talked about Lady Renny. Queen Hasanoko seems to have a method to suppress Lady Renny's current symptoms."

"Really?"

I thought elves who experience a magic surge would die, which is why my mother wished to become human. But perhaps that's no longer the case?

"Queen Hasanoko has been researching since your mother experienced a magic surge. To ensure no more companions would die."

"Wow"

I don't understand what kind of research it is, but it must be difficult.

Queen Hasanoko was also a queen, so she must have had even more hardships.

Thinking of her gentle gaze and the hand that stroked my head, my heart feels warm.

"While it won't be a fundamental solution, it seems that Lady Renny's fatigue, sleepiness, and fever will disappear. The goal is to allow Lady Renny's body to grow and become strong enough to withstand the magic."

"Got it."

Samiyo's explanation is easy to understand.

As usual, she explains what we will do and what will happen in a way that even a child like me can understand, which is very reassuring.

Ideally, a fundamental solution to end the magic surge would be best, but that would mean losing my magic like my mother.

This time, it seems to be a method to address the symptoms I'm experiencing.

"The method is to narrow the 'Magic Circuits.'"

"Narrow the… Magic Circuits?"

"Yes. Do you remember the explanation about the difference between elves and humans in terms of magic circulation?"

"Yep."

Elves have a circulation of magic similar to blood, which is why they are strong in magic and have a long lifespan.

"Currently, Lady Renny's body is experiencing an excessive circulation of magic due to the sudden increase, putting a strain on the magic pathways."

"I see. The path of magic is the Magic Circuit, right?"

"Yes. The expansion of the Magic Circuits causes fatigue, sleepiness, and fever. Therefore, it's best to narrow the widened Magic Circuits to fit Lady Renny's body."

"Understood. Let's do it."

I nod in agreement with Samiyo.

Narrowing the Magic Circuits might limit the amount of magic I can use and make me weaker, but it's the best course of action right now.

Living with this sleepiness and fever would be difficult, and I understand that the right amount for my body is important.

I'm only four years old. Controlling MP 19998 is too much for me.

When I nod, Samiyo nods back with determination.

"Then, Lady Renny, Queen Hasanoko will explain the details. First, change your clothes and go to Queen Hasanoko. Preparations are already underway."

"Got it."

Let's narrow the Magic Circuits!

I'm also writing a new story.

"Awakening the ability to petify monsters, I live a slow life in the knight's order."

If you're interested, check it out. ↓