Chapter 27 – How Dare You Touch What’s Mine?
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#1
Mental Counter.
A spell based on the spirit of elemental beings, one of the ancient magics.
It is said that since no one can summon elemental spirits anymore, this magic is now impossible to learn.
Lawrence smiled and grabbed the book without hesitation.
Other items were undoubtedly attractive to the point of being irresistible.
However, he decided this was the most practical choice to accelerate his growth immediately.
Other items? He could always return to earn them again later.
‘I wonder what others have chosen.’
Gold and treasures?
Or perhaps fancy ornaments?
Magic books?
Well, who knows.
‘If it were Loria, she would have chosen a magic book containing powerful attack spells.’
She is someone who moves solely for the honour of the Montemer family.
One might even say she is the person who best suits the Montemer name.
Lawrence spent the remaining three hours thoroughly exploring Vigo before leaving.
Creeeeak—.
The door opened, and the caretaker of Vigo, who had waited silently for three hours, slowly stepped inside.
Woong—.
Mana stirred in his hands, as if preparing for an inspection.
It seemed he had pre-channeled the spell to cast magic immediately upon leaving.
“Is this what you’ve decided to take out?”
“Yes.”
“It has been confirmed. If you’ve done anything deceitful, it will be discovered immediately. My [Unique Ability] specializes in remembering such things.”
“Don’t worry about it.”
Lawrence smiled faintly and moved forward.
He planned to stay quietly at home until the selection match, spending his time joyfully crafting artifacts.
He also intended to visit the cathedral and request more powerful cursed items from Medeia.
As he was walking, the crisp sound of orderly footsteps echoed.
Speak of the devil, Medeia, accompanied by the head maid, appeared at the end of the corridor, heading toward him.
Her gaze was filled with subtle anger, and the moment she spotted Lawrence, it ignited like fire touching oil.
“……”
“Greetings, Madam.”
“So, are you returning now?”
“Yes, I am heading home.”
Medeia gave a small nod.
Although they exchanged words, it felt more like needles pricking than an actual conversation.
Her mana surged threateningly, giving an undeniable sense of unease.
Still, Lawrence spoke with a bright smile.
“Thank you always for your care. I think my late mother would have appreciated it as well.”
“……”
“May I count on your continued support in the future?”
“Of course. I’ll send something that meets your expectations.”
Why did Lawrence feel like her words sounded more like a promise to prepare even stronger curses?
But it was fine.
No, it was actually better this way.
Thanks to her, he could further strengthen his body.
‘I’m curious to see how much the Dragon Body will grow.’
With a sincere smile, Lawrence bowed his head.
Medeia, watching Lawrence stride away confidently, suppressed the anger that threatened to boil over.
The head maid murmured softly beside her.
“What will you do, Madam?”
“There’s nothing I can do once he enters the Magic Tower. Even poison and curses didn’t work. In that case… I’ll have to approach it differently.”
“I’m worried Captain Freya might have noticed something.”
“Don’t worry. [Their] magic isn’t so sloppy.”
The head maid bowed her head in silence.
Her fate was tied to Medeia’s, so she had no choice but to trust and follow her decisions.
And with their power, taking complete control of the Montemer family was only a matter of time.
‘The family head is just a figurehead. A very powerful one… but still, merely someone who maintains the prestige of the Montemer name.’
Thinking this, the head maid followed Medeia.
It had been a long time since the family head ceased to involve himself in the affairs of the household.
In the meantime, the Montemer family had changed drastically.
Now, it was time to establish a regent to sit behind the throne of magic.
“I will begin preparations immediately.”
“Go ahead. The last legacy left behind by that woman… Rachel, was it?”
“Yes.”
“I’ll take everything from her. Everything…”
Medeia’s eyes deepened with resolve.
Although Freya might not have been fully affected, persuading a mere commoner who hadn’t even learned magic…
If the plan succeeded, they would be able to monitor Lawrence’s every move.
‘I wanted to handle this cleanly, but you’ve forced my hand to use such dirty methods.’
If he wished to make things more difficult for himself, she would oblige.
#2
Before heading home, Lawrence examined the monsters he had captured, looking for a suitable medium for the Mental Counter.
To pass the time during the carriage ride home, he decided to carve a magic circle.
“Hmm, this seems promising.”
[Skull of a Yeti]
[Suitable for Engraving.]
[Random resistance will be added to the engraving’s effect.]
This was the best material he could use for now.
Unless he went on another hunt, finding better materials would be challenging.
If he wandered around carelessly, it would only arouse unnecessary suspicion.
Moreover, from the look in Medeia’s eyes, he had a feeling she would act soon.
A strong sense of urgency lingered, as if disaster would strike if he didn’t prepare quickly.
And that sense wasn’t just intuition.
‘Captain Freya said she couldn’t fully remember what happened back then. This must mean… another family’s mage was involved.’
Time was precious.
Lawrence decided to return home as soon as possible.
Since he couldn’t ride a horse yet, he traveled in a carriage provided by the family, accompanied by a few escort soldiers.
“Lord Lawrence, I’ve been waiting for you. My name is Ikel Yurgo.”
Lawrence simply nodded in response.
Yurgo. A family that entered Montemer’s service as vassal mages.
He didn’t know much about them due to a lack of interaction but had heard they specialized in various transformation magics.
‘Wait, transformation magic?’
A thought suddenly passed through Lawrence’s mind.
“Are you accompanying me to the annex?”
“Yes, that’s correct. Lady Medeia instructed me to deliver relief supplies.”
“Ah… I see.”
Relief supplies, not support supplies…
There were several things that bothered him, but for now, he chose to let it go.
He climbed into the carriage and waited for departure.
Naturally, no one inside the carriage paid any attention to Lawrence.
“It will take about two hours.”
“Understood.”
Rattle—. The carriage started moving, and Lawrence immediately began his work.
Mental Counter.
He had a strong feeling he would need it very soon.
[Extracting magic circle.]
Scrape—.
Lawrence’s work began.
Moreover, didn’t they say he could grow further if he completed this artifact?
There was no reason to stop.
Meanwhile, Ikel, who was riding on horseback as part of the escort, grinned.
Currently, Medeia’s authority within the household was absolute.
She wielded immense influence and controlled numerous interests.
Aligning with her would surely make his life much easier in the future.
‘What’s so special about that kid…?’
He’d heard the stories.
Apparently, the boy had performed admirably during the subjugation battle.
But, at the end of the day, he was just an eleven-year-old child.
Whatever tricks he pulled there wouldn’t work here.
As for why a mage from the Yurgo family was assigned to such a trivial task…
It was to carry out Medeia’s secret request.
The mission was to cast brainwashing and suggestion magic on Lawrence’s maid.
‘I was promised a 5th Circle magic book, so I must succeed.’
The human limit.
The 5th Circle was considered the peak that an individual with average talent could achieve.
Unfortunately, Ikel wasn’t a genius and was ranked among the mid-upper tier of mages.
In a harsh world brimming with prodigies, he needed to seize whatever advantages he could to survive.
Moreover, the Yurgo family was currently suffering from a severe talent shortage.
Although they were naturally gifted in transformation magic, it meant their family was largely overlooked.
If he could reach the 5th Circle at an early age, his family might gain a little recognition.
“I’m not even targeting the brat, just his maid.”
After all, a maid was merely a servant, responsible for the daily lives of mages.
There was no need to feel guilt about using magic on them.
Thus, the two mages and a small escort left the Montemer family’s main house.
Someone was watching them from afar.
‘What will you do this time, my son?’
Trials will always find their way to you.
Let’s see how you overcome them.
Edward’s gaze remained fixed on the departing carriage.
#3
Crackle—!
Even inside the rattling carriage, the artifact was flawlessly completed and embedded into Lawrence’s body.
A message appeared before him, informing him of the current state.
[The elements required for the Dragon’s growth have been fulfilled.]
[You now possess unwavering mental strength.]
[No mental attacks can affect the Dragon’s successor.]
[This artifact does not occupy a slot.]
[Dragon Body growth has commenced.]
[Hatchling: 41%]
“Good. This should serve as minimal preparation.”
“We’ve arrived, Lord Lawrence.”
At that moment, the carriage reached the annex, and Lawrence felt a sense of excitement at the thought of seeing Rachel again.
Home truly was the most comfortable place.
As he stepped out of the carriage, he saw Rachel rushing out to greet him.
At the same time, he spotted Ikel approaching her.
Muttering under his breath, Ikel began chanting.
Though it was a short distance, it was more than enough for casting magic on someone like Rachel, an ordinary person.
“Welcome home, young master!”
“I’m Ikel. I’ve been assigned to escort the young lord. Could you look into my eyes for a moment?”
“Yes?”
At Ikel’s words, Rachel unintentionally looked into his eyes.
The transformation magic he had prepared beforehand.
Since the chant was already complete, all he needed was to utter the final activation phrase.
[Brainwashing]
Transformation magic.
Magic that manipulates individuals, alters surroundings, and creates confusing environments for enemies.
The Yurgo family’s magic was regarded as the best in this field.
Their unique circle cultivation method and magical prowess were unparalleled.
Mana stirred, attempting to infiltrate her mind.
“Stop right there, you bastard.”
“Urgh!?”
Crack—!
[Mental Counter]
[Ikel Yurgo’s brainwashing magic has been reversed onto the caster.]
[Ikel Yurgo’s status: Brainwashed.]
[Duration of brainwashing: 7 days.]
“How dare you touch what’s mine…?”
Lawrence stepped in front of Rachel, his crimson eyes glowing dangerously.
His gaze burned with fury and vengeance.
The successor of the Dragon.
The embodiment of greed and selfishness, inheriting the will of the Dragon, revealed his desire.
“Open your eyes properly. Unless you want to die.”
“…Yes.”
Now, it was time to strike back.
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