In his room, Rylan did handstand push-ups while shirtless.
52, 53, 54…
After a while, he somersaulted and stood up with a sigh.
“It’s too easy.”
Even without circulating his mana, exercise using only his body weight no longer strained him in the least. Sti...
2025-01-29 20:18:41 +0000 UTC View PostIn the main room of the Flameheart manor, Gerard looked at Rast Vaard with a grave expression.
“Are you certain?” he asked in a low tone.
Rast, Calan’s father, nodded while looking equally serious.
“Yes.”
Gerard closed his eyes with a sigh.
“…How many p...
2025-01-28 20:05:01 +0000 UTC View PostHayden watched the incoming Magic Missile with a deadpan expression. He waved his wand. A golden Magic Shield took shape around him. It matched the color of his eyes. The moment the Missile crashed against it and dispersed, he dismissed it and pointed his wand at his opponent, a boy with brown ha...
2025-01-27 21:02:09 +0000 UTC View PostThe journey back to the city was uneventful.
None of the captured Mages tried to make a run for it or fight back. Rylan guessed that it was because the difference in power level had been made clear. It was only natural; none of them had landed a clean hit even when they fought together, and...
2025-01-27 00:02:36 +0000 UTC View PostRegis Flameheart looked through the window at the crowd of students entering the Academy grounds for the exams with a smile. Standing in a corridor inside the building closest to the entrance, he took in the view. Hundreds of young, hopeful Mages following their dream. It was a good sight. Even t...
2025-01-26 21:21:06 +0000 UTC View PostJasmine entered her carriage alongside Liam, throwing glances at him.
Why is he so angry?
Liam had tried to hide it so far, but it was impossible not to notice his anger. Everything had started when she introduced Rylan to him. What kinds of things did her brother know about ...
2025-01-25 21:37:51 +0000 UTC View PostSilence.
Jacob lowered his Shield with a frown.
“…The power and density were both lacking for a Second Circle Mage,” he stated after a second.
“No, they were average,” the black-haired professor retorted, then looked at Rylan. “Please cast it again, student.”
Rylan looked at Aelfric and Sarah with a grin.
“So? Ready to go?” he asked after stretching his arms.
Aelfric repeatedly nodded. He was wearing the same clothes as he did in the Flameheart manor – simple shirt and pants covered by a red robe. In the same vein, Sarah wore one of ...
2025-01-23 23:07:09 +0000 UTC View PostAt its peak, the sun pressed down the earth with light and heat. The winds were the only solace of the people outside the carriages, in a line that led to one of the capital’s gates.
Standing next to their carriages, which remained in line, Luna and Aelfric talked and laughed. A few meter...
2025-01-22 20:05:18 +0000 UTC View PostThe horses sunk their hooves into the ground as the coachman pulled the reins, making the carriage stop in place. The door immediately opened, and the young woman popped out with an angry look. She only reached Rylan’s shoulders and looked weak, but he could feel the level of mana within her. S...
2025-01-21 22:17:52 +0000 UTC View PostIt was the start of the fifth month since Evenon’s death.
Rylan focused completely on raising his magic combat skills with his father. It was only possible because he didn’t need to Level up. Instead of trying to learn too many spells, he concentrated on becoming more proficient with th...
2025-01-20 20:04:01 +0000 UTC View PostRylan stood up and stretched his body with a pensive expression. It was an important question. He had already delayed his Evolution for a long time while he trained.
“How do you think the Magic Academies would react to it if I didn’t go through the Evolution?” he asked after a few sec...
2025-01-19 20:05:53 +0000 UTC View PostRylan felt as if he had undergone a complete metamorphosis.
Like a butterfly escaping its cocoon, the shedding of his previous Trait brought immediate change. Every training session became more effective, as he could now push himself for longer. His concentration improved, as did his memory...
2025-01-18 20:04:00 +0000 UTC View PostThe days slowly passed by, one by one.
Every day, Rylan went just a little bit further. He got closer and closer to the ‘wall’ he’d perceived while training with the soldiers. Every step was strenuous and burdensome, but he did it all the same. Every time his Weak-willed Trait screame...
2025-01-17 20:05:35 +0000 UTC View PostIn the deepest part of the Flameheart estate, surrounded by trees and tall grass, Rylan and Gerard faced each other. Rylan stretched his body.
“Now, pay attention. This will be the first time you’re learning a new spell,” Gerard said, lifting his staff. It was the staff he used the mo...
2025-01-16 21:08:50 +0000 UTC View PostRylan ran in the forest. Drifting pushed his body forward as his eyes darted around. Every step slightly upturned the earth and grass. He weaved between the trees under the sun rays that pierced through the dense canopies. The air was damp and heavy, making his shirt stick close to his body.
<... 2025-01-15 20:04:01 +0000 UTC View PostRylan walked alone through the streets of Cantavega, wearing his training clothes. One hand rested on the hilt of the sword on his waist. His gaze was clear as he felt the stares. His honed senses picked up on the whispers of the people who were looking at him or walked by his side.
“Hey,...
2025-01-14 20:04:01 +0000 UTC View PostRylan did push-ups on the floor, shirtless. Sunlight peeked through the curtains, shining upon his well-defined body. The sun was just rising above the horizon. After finishing his set, he lay his back against the floor and started doing sit-ups. He then moved on to squats and lifting the heavies...
2025-01-13 20:07:17 +0000 UTC View PostRylan sat on a chair in front of Gerard’s desk, looking at the study’s shelves. The man sat down on his plush chair, facing him. For a few seconds, the two of them merely stared at each other before Gerard sighed.
“I don’t even know where I should start. You know way too little abou...
2025-01-12 20:04:01 +0000 UTC View PostRylan sat on the edge of the bed with his eyes closed, shirtless. Gerard’s hand touched his body as the man spoke.
“Relax. Let the mana flow through you.”
His father’s red mana entered his body, making him feel as if a stream of hot water was flowing through him, but it wasn...
2025-01-11 20:04:00 +0000 UTC View PostA beautiful black-haired woman wearing a white robe walked in. She bowed as she looked at Gerard, then again once she looked at Rylan.
“Master Gerard, young master,” she raised her body and showed Rylan a genuine smile, letting out a breath with her hand on her chest. “I’m so glad t...
2025-01-10 20:38:09 +0000 UTC View PostSpeaking was painful. Every time his lungs expanded as he breathed, all the burns on his torso hurt. He had only gotten this injured because he had tried to protect Calan and the guards behind him.
A few moments of silence ensued.
“All of you, leave! Whoever stays behind will face t...
2025-01-09 20:04:01 +0000 UTC View PostEven though the staff was made of wood, his sword barely sunk into it. Evenon’s arms shook, then faltered. As the blade continued to descend, he tilted the staff, making the steel only cut his shoulder slightly.
Unshaken, Rylan kicked Evenon’s chest and pushed against it, creating dista...
2025-01-08 20:04:01 +0000 UTC View PostRylan and Sarah headed out of the estate with decisive steps. Even though they walked quickly, his sense of balance was unshaken. One hand on the sword’s hilt, his senses trying to grasp his surroundings accurately, he headed towards the shopping district. The city was different. People stayed ...
2025-01-07 20:58:13 +0000 UTC View PostFinally, the fateful day arrived. It started like any other.
Rylan raised his body on the bed. He stood up and pulled the curtains in front of the window. The daylight immediately shone on his shirtless body. He opened the window, breathing in the fresh air that carried the scent of flowers...
2025-01-06 20:03:01 +0000 UTC View PostRylan ran on his way back to the estate, trying to build his Endurance, which he hadn’t increased with his Free Points. He couldn’t stop training; every bit would help him get an edge over Evenon.
I still can’t tell what Circle he’s reached.
The moment when Evenon’s...
2025-01-05 20:04:08 +0000 UTC View PostRylan’s next two days were spent training with Gerard and familiarizing himself with more spells and Skills. It was now the fourth day.
The ground shook. Rylan stared at the shambling three-meter-tall troll sprinting towards him. The grass and shrubbery were crushed as every step upturned...
2025-01-04 22:45:53 +0000 UTC View PostEveryone in the room turned to look at the man who had spoken, including Rylan. The man was tall and handsome, with grey hair and beard, and dark eyes. His most notable feature, however, was the serenity he exuded as he donned a calm and collected expression. He continued to speak.
“Eveno...
2025-01-03 20:00:09 +0000 UTC View PostRylan stepped forward, bloodied sword in hand. The scarlet dripped down the edge, falling upon the soft grass. It was obvious what this was about. In the end, Evenon had chosen to act first; Rylan’s death would mean the loss of his most valuable customer, but there were plenty more to be roped ...
2025-01-02 15:22:00 +0000 UTC View PostCalan listened to Thomas’ report with a grin.
“—And two students in the Royal Magic Academy shared their deals and conversations with the criminal in exchange for absolution.”
Calan nodded. It was a good strategy to obtain truthful statements. By offering forgiveness for their...
2025-01-02 15:21:01 +0000 UTC View Post