Drug-Eating Genius Mage – 330



Remnants of Time (2)

Jenny’s bar.

The scene of the softly lit bar was just as Lennok remembered.

Lennok hung out with Jenny and Jorden for the first time in a while and had a drink.

I was so busy for a while that I just kept in touch with her instead of visiting her bar.

Jenny also seemed to secretly like Lennok’s suggestion.

“Black Consumer Project….”

After hearing the conversation he had with Mayer Jenny’s expression becomes astonished and Jorden’s face darkens slightly.

“It seems like that old man told you some strange nonsense. “It would be more accurate to ask the big names who have been hanging out here for a long time about that.”

Jenny snorted and swept her tangled hair behind her back.

“If he were to be the chairman of the cartel right now he would have been the one who participated in the project.”

“As much as Jenny and I have a strong relationship with Kaise we have kept our distance from anything related to that project.”

Jordan said sipping his drink.

“As long as it is clear that Kaise’s death is related to the project there will be people who will try to check our attempts to access that information.”

Are you saying that in order to survive you have been avoiding collecting information on the Black Consumer Project?

It is not something that cannot be understood.

Jenny Kaise’s direct relative would have had to give up a lot to survive as a broker in this world.

It was obvious how many people were wary of Kaise’s bloodline which was said to have had the greatest influence in this world.

Lennok looked at the glass he was holding and quietly put it down.

The brown liquid licked and overflowed slightly out of the glass.

“jenny.”

Lennok’s voice sounded quite quiet amidst the bustle of the bar.

“Do you want to restore Kaise’s legacy?”

“….”

Lennok’s words uttered in passing.

Jenny and Jordan fell silent at the same time.

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Because they knew very well what Lennoc was thinking when he said those words.

The wizard who is having a drink with them now is not one to talk nonsense.

A level 7 superhuman who has continued to survive in this world where failure leads to death and has reached his current position.

This is a person who knows better than anyone else the weight of the words he speaks.

What does Lennok who had consistently heard about Jenny and Kaise’s situation but never once shown any interest in it mean by what he said to Jenny now?

“…no.”

Jenny who thought for a while shook her head.

“I’m not interested in my grandfather’s legacy.”

“….”

“I was able to survive until now because I thought it wasn’t mine and forgot about it. “There’s no need to borrow your power to get it back now.”

Does this mean that there is no need for it if it is done as a favor or in return for herself? Lennok was secretly impressed by Jenny’s resolute attitude.

Even though it had already been four years since the two met and started working together she was trying to keep the line.

That would be proof that Jenny herself considers Lennok to be a valuable partner.

She knew very well that since she was someone she wanted to be with for a long time she had to be more careful and treat him with care.

Did her past of wandering for a long time away from Kaise make Jenny like this?

Lennok wasn’t sure he knew her well enough to ask that yet.

“I see. “But I didn’t necessarily say this for you Jenny.”

Instead they just turned the story in a different direction.

“There was talk about PMC Deadrise the last of the triumvirate so I did a little research.”

Lennok turned his gaze and made eye contact with Jenny.

“Deadrise’s core leadership. “They were Kaise’s henchmen who branched out from under him right?”

“….”

“It may not matter now but as we expand our business we will encounter it someday.”

Palgoongseongchae one of the three heads has fallen and organizations are continuing their secret struggle to occupy the vacant position.

In other words it meant that the authority of the Three Heads itself had not been undermined in the slightest.

Cartel a dinosaur company with thousands of subsidiaries on the border between the shadowy and sunny regions of the Balkans and Deadrise known as the most hardline and radical armed group.

Isn’t this because the power and scale of the two organizations are so great that they can be counted on one hand even in the dark corners of this city?

For now Jenny’s company may have been pretending not to notice that it is basking in the sun with the cartel on its back but the growth of a company that inflates itself by preying on the scavenger’s underground distribution network is not normal.

The other side will definitely intervene before Jenny and Lennok’s business devours the shadowy distribution network and inflates its influence endlessly.

“that…”

Looking at Jenny’s worried face Lennok stood up.

The fabric of the shadow coat swayed heavily covering her eyes like a veil.

“I’m not saying you should make a decision right away. “I have some business to do in the North Continent so I have to leave.”

“It’s the Northern Continent.”

Jordan who was quietly sipping his drink opened his mouth.

He looked up at Lennok and nodded.

“Some of my old friends have recently moved to the North Continent. “It looks like something happened there.”

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“I haven’t heard the details yet….”

At Lennok’s words Zordon touched the area around his neck and ripped off a necklace made of a thin chain.

Scalpel handle decorated with green emeralds. A blade is an object that is not attached.

“If there is anyone who recognizes that item maybe they can help. “Take it with you.”

“Do you mind if I lend you this item?”

“Is there anything you wouldn’t give to someone who saved your life?”

Jordon laughed quietly tapped Lennok on the shoulder and then disappeared behind the bar.

“Please come back only in good health.”

“….”

Jenny said while Lennok silently held the necklace and looked at Jordan’s back.

“Did you know that Jordon was a doctor?”

“…roughly.”

“It seems he has been wandering around the central front since he was young and practiced medicine. “I started working with my grandfather after I turned 40.”

Jenny looked at the necklace in her hand and shrugged her shoulders.

“You might think that you have a connection from the time of the Central Front.”

“I think it would be fortunate if we didn’t meet enemies but…”

Lennok smiled bitterly put down his drink and turned his back.

“Come back before you leave the city. “It won’t take long.”

“no. “I wish that business trip wouldn’t take too long.”

Lennok left the bar immediately leaving behind Jenny who was waving with a slightly drunken look.

“Whoa….”

After spending the night at a bar right after meeting with Representative Mayer it was already dawn.

My mind was still intact because I was chain-smoking while chatting with the two people but I could already feel my body going limp.

It looks like this even though I rested for three days straight after work and didn’t leave the house.

He patted his cheeks with both hands and walked out into the street.

There was still much work left to do.

Battle with Trepen. Dabi’s growth. Summary of rewards for quests and loot incentives obtained through performance.

Looking back on the past and improving oneself has always been the driving force behind Lennok’s rapid growth.

The figure of the wizard wearing a coat instantly disappeared into the foggy street.

* * *

“So you’re saying that additional modifications that focus on increasing power are difficult?”

-Are you going to keep saying what you said?

A laboratory workbench set up at home.

Palmer’s loud voice came pouring out of a cell phone thrown in a corner.

-It is possible to increase the firepower of the rechargeable shotgun itself but then there is no way to know when the stabilization work will be completed?

“hmm….”

Click click.

Even as he was giving a rough answer Lennok’s hands were constantly moving between the workbench.

At the same time bright blue magical light blooms from all over creating a dazzling flower that blooms and then disappears.

Wow!!

Palmer’s voice gradually grew louder as the noise gradually worsened.

-This shotgun is a special order product that is called a masterpiece even in my hometown. The power itself may have limitations but the performance itself focusing on efficiency is said to be perfect for its intended purpose. I don’t know how you coaxed Mouser into obtaining this item but… Damn it’s so loud it’s killing me!!!

“sorry. “It’s impossible to cast a noise spell on the mobile phone network.”

-Then shouldn’t you stop the damn work and talk on the phone you insolent bastard!!

The sound of shouting echoed through the cell phone but Lennok continued what he was doing without even raising an eyebrow.

Palmer would have no choice but to find out that Lennok was acquainted with Mouser the leader of the Machine City.

It was a pity for Palmer but Lennok didn’t have much time to deal with all these things at the same time.

Dabi who was hanging limply like a scarf on Lennok’s shoulder muttered.

[Master… How long do I have to do this…? Huam….]

“I’ll ask you one more time. “Please bear with me for a moment.”

Since returning to the big city Dabi has been sleeping a lot more.

To be precise should I say that it was like that after I awakened to the spirit realm and my tail increased to three?

Normally she would force herself to get up and move around with Lennok but whenever she came home she would stay in the toad nest and fuss and Lennok didn’t bother to disturb her.

This is because Lennok knew that Dabi’s behavior of sleeping soundly to a somewhat excessive degree had something to do with her growth.

It is probably a process in which her mind accepts and accepts the rapidly increased presence and vessels of spirits.

But still there was one thing that needed to wake her up at this point and get her help.

[3 seconds until the space is created…. 3… 2… 1….]

Damn it!!

With Dabi’s slow words the pile of shells on the workbench is split with clean cuts like a watermelon.

A dazzling magical light rose and disappeared and piles of split shells fell on both sides of the workbench emitting a heavy impact sound.

Wow!!

-Kaaaaaa!! really!!

With Palmer’s irritating shouting in the background a simple space was created after re-cleaning.

Lennok was currently concentrating on processing the shell bundle extracted from Apostle Walter’s body.

There was no way to process this pile of shells which could not be cracked by normal impact so they were roughly thrown using summoning magic and used as shields but now it is different.

A faint crack formed on the outside of the shell pile due to the battle with Kroken.

Meanwhile the simple space creation technology stolen from Gearside’s combatants is being used to push the cracks in the carapace through space.

No matter how strong the armor is it is impossible to withstand the force of space being pushed out from within.

The direction and root of the faint crack are delicately cut and an interstitial space is exquisitely inserted between them to split the carapace in the desired direction and grain.

Although it was unable to withstand the force of the Croken and cracked this means that it is a material that is strong enough to withstand it without much force.

An apocalypse floating in the dark sea outside the world. The body of an apostle endowed with that power.

It is not yet possible to determine how much strange power and principle is contained in this strange durability but…

Just using it from a distance like now is enough.

If you think about the damage suffered in the aftermath of battle differently it can be used as a new tool.

Lennok had no intention of tossing this hard object around.

“This isn’t that bad.”

Lennok took a breath as he looked at the countless piles of results on the workbench.

Ten layers of carapace shield that can be added to the shield. Twenty throwing spears. And up to dozens of fragments the size of bullets.

It may be difficult to carry all these items but it is possible to engrave a summoning seal on them and use them as weapons for offense and defense.

It was definitely a move that could significantly increase Lennok’s combat durability compared to now.

-So what are you going to do? Can I just repair worn out parts?

“Please wait a moment.”

Lennok said this and began the process of splitting the final pieces of the shell pile.

Increasing the power of a rechargeable shotgun is possible but it cannot be done efficiently without parts that can withstand such power and recoil.

Shouldn’t Lennok make the parts and bring them to me now?

In the process of creating a usable shield Lennok planned to drastically increase its power by replacing even the parts of the shotgun with carapace fragments.

“I will finish preparations in three hours and go there.”

-Do whatever you want. I’ll be drinking so don’t forget to bring some snacks when you come.

As if it were natural Lennog hung up on the blacksmith who was running errands and naturally picked up the remote control.

The process of identifying cracks in the carapace and splitting them into grains is almost complete. All that remains is the simple task of measuring the size and adjusting the angle.

I turned on the TV to fill the quiet lab with some white noise and the news came on as if I had been waiting for it.

[Discussions on revoking the prohibition ordinance are accelerating at the city government’s central council. This is the first time in nearly 20 years that an agenda that has been consistently raised in the House of Representatives has begun to be discussed in earnest in the Senate.]

“….”

Lennok stops and quietly listens to the news that cannot be ignored.

[With the voices of citizens concerned about internal security in the city growing louder the council plans to express its official position within a few days]

It is natural for Balkan citizens to express resistance.

As the fact that the National Guard staged a coup was resolved and buried in utmost secrecy most people probably do not understand why the prohibition law was lifted.

What reasons will the city council try to convince us of the current situation?

Lennok would have been lying if he said he wasn’t curious but unfortunately it seemed difficult to observe the process and results in person.

Slam!!

Lennok who processed the parts needed for modification and repair of the shotgun immediately packed his bags and left the workshop.

The rechargeable shotgun which amplifies its power by preheating magical power has been of great help to Lennok.

No matter how much the level of his magic and magic increased Lennok had no intention of giving up this efficient firearm.

The last moment was when I picked up Dabi who was dozing off and tried to put him in his coat.

[Master.]

The fox cub raised his head.

Dabi said at the same time as the three tails twitched slightly.

[cell phone. A message has arrived.]

“what?”

Dabi who is not very interested in other people except Lennok is not the type to easily send message notifications.

Lennok who immediately took out his cell phone realized the reason and broke into a cold sweat.

“…what is coming has arrived.”

[The moment has come when you will pay the price for your careless treatment of me.]

Lennok gently squeezed the snout of Dabi who was making cheeky noises to shut him up and slowly began to prepare.

A very familiar name and message appeared on the phone screen.

[Aris: I have something to say. Can I meet you for a moment?]

The Genius Wizard Who Takes Medicine Episode 334

understander

Aris Richelen is a bright man.

While believing in your own senses and talents you also know how to listen to others.

Even after reaching the level of a wizard I try to find joy and passion in it.

A person who knows how to see reality and who can regard inner goodness as a value.

A true seeker of magic who knows that there is something that can be obtained only if it is shaken but not broken.

It would be a lie if I said that it was not particularly noticeable that he was not quick to sympathize with me while feeling sorry for not being given an environment suitable for his talent.

Because he was a good person I tried to get close to him and because he was an outstanding person I tried to stay away from him.

I opened my heart to that innate goodness because I always thought that I might make a mistake someday.

And Aris was not a person so lax as to dismiss Lennok’s minor mistake as a simple discomfort.

[You are nervous.]

Dabi whispered in his arms.

[I’m nervous Master.]

“…be quiet.”

[Why are you doing that? Aren’t you staggering?]

“I’m just not used to it.”

[Ugh.]

Lennok who took Dabi out of his arms and lifted her upside down grabbed her tail tightly.

[The spirit is dying~ The spirit is in pain~ The master is tormenting me~]

Lennok sighed as he looked at the fox cub swaying back and forth and humming as if singing a yodel song.

“It’s okay… take care of the tail guards.”

Dabi who stayed awake all day at home was finally able to hide the number of tails after three days.

Now I wonder what the meaning of this is but aren’t doubt and confidence completely different things?

First of all since Aris had asked to make an appointment first Lennok also needed to prepare in his own way.

[As you can see the preparation is perfect.]

Dabi answered crouching down with his two tails in his front paws.

“….”

[Joke. Joke.]

The fox cub who was humming slyly felt a familiar magical power from across the street and at the same time he blurted out his two tails and hid inside his coat.

Lennok also naturally raised his head and looked at the other person who had arrived at the meeting place first.

The back of Aris looking up at the electric signboard on the street with his back to me.

The golden hair caught Lennok’s eyes so clearly that he could recognize it at a glance even among the crowd.

As soon as Aris turned her head her blue eyes captured Lennok’s image.

I check Aris walking towards me and quickly check his behavior. Lenok cleared his throat and opened his mouth first.

“It’s been a while.”

“Is that so?”

“…It’s been over a week since I haven’t seen you in the lab.”

Lennok quickly changed the subject as she smiled and asked.

“I didn’t know you would choose a place like this as your meeting place. “I thought you didn’t like crowded places.”

It’s not a lie. In fact the downtown area where the two were currently standing was somewhat different from the place Lennok had imagined when he received the call from Aris.

If Aris really just wanted to hear the answer if she wanted to resolve all the questions she had accumulated so far she wouldn’t have chosen a quieter place than this.

Aris nodded gently at Lennok’s words.

“Now that I think about it we’ve only met in libraries or labs right?”

“That’s true but….”

“I called because I thought it would be a good idea to get some fresh air since my research on elemental arts is slowly hitting a wall.”

“You mean ventilation?”

“yes. When I was living in the Magic Tower my teacher often gave me this experience. Experiencing and recognizing worldly civilization is also a skill of a wizard. Now I’m giving Lennok that experience.”

Aris smiled slightly embarrassed as she said that.

“In the meantime I have something I want to say.”

“….”

Lennok let out a small sigh as he watched Aris start walking ahead of him without waiting for an answer.

It’s an unfamiliar experience. I don’t remember many times investing money or time to experience the amenities of this city.

But even that if Aris wants it we have no choice but to be together.

Lennok followed behind Aris who was walking lightly and excitedly.

* * *

As if Aris wasn’t lying when she said that she would give him a worldly experience she started walking around the downtown area with Lennoc in tow as if she had decided to do so.

“What do you think of Lennok’s Introduction to Magic?”

“It’s at a crude level. “It is difficult for an introductory book but shallow for a major book.”

“This is a book written by our Magic Tower elder.”

“I was surprised at how profound it was. The boldness of listing a yet untested theory in an overview… Phew. “Please stop teasing me.”

“Uhuhu…!”

Check out various books at the bookstore.

“The movie I just saw. “The ending was very touching.”

“Is that so?”

“I shed a few tears without realizing it. “How was Lennok?”

“It was a bit awkward that the man couldn’t understand the female protagonist’s feelings. “It was surprising how someone could be so oblivious.”

“….”

“professor? “It seems like you suddenly started walking faster…”

After watching the movie I came out and said what I thought but ended up making a fuss.

“They said the cake here is so delicious.”

“It’s not far from the library. “Have you never come alone?”

“It’s a bit much for him to eat alone….”

“….”

“…why.”

“It’s nothing.”

Looking down on the cityscape from the high-rise cafeteria.

Through the smoke rising from the thick mug of coffee I look at the face of Aris sitting across from me.

And I realized something I had known for a long time.

A smile appeared on her face. Before I knew it a smile similar to that was reflected on my own face like a mirror.

“….”

After waking up in this world I never thought I would be able to experience a moment like this.

This time when I stop my endless pace and look back is not so bad.

The smile on Aris’ face seemed to say that to Lennok.

“Thank you for coming out today for my troublesome contact.”

“no.”

And the end of today. The rooftop of the library overlooking the Balkan night view.

Even in this city filled with all kinds of chaos and desire the night view past midnight feels fleeting and beautiful.

Looking at the back of Aris looking down at the lights of the night street with his hand on the rooftop railing Lennok realized that his heart was shaking.

Golden hair that shines softly even in the dark night sky. Blue eyes as deep as the sea.

Because at this moment when I was able to fully capture that image with my own two eyes I thought that this opportunity might not come again.

Do you know? No I’ll be waiting.

Although she tried hard not to convince Aris still reached this point by following traces and mistakes that only she knew.

Even though I had already reached the correct answer I was putting off the moment of checking the answer sheet.

Only to hear the answer directly from Lennok’s mouth.

“….”

I pursed my lips.

Even though the moment I had thought about dozens and hundreds of times was now right in front of me I was still hesitating.

What should I say?

What words should I say first to convey Lennok’s thoughts?

Words are not perfect but are twisted distorted and cause misunderstanding.

However Lennok also knew that sincerity that cannot be conveyed even if it is not said is an illusion.

That’s why I have to say it.

Because the person who deserved to hear that answer was always waiting for him to say it.

Even if I couldn’t tell them everything right away I had to convince them.

If only to show that Aris’ questions and waiting were not in vain. Wouldn’t it be okay if it was just that much?

As soon as I accepted that fact in a corner of my heart my mouth naturally opened.

“Aris.”

Lennok said in a low voice.

“I am….”

“There was something I originally wanted to say before I came here today.”

Aris interrupted Lennok.

She turned her head.

“There was something I wanted to hear.”

“….”

“But I changed my mind.”

Her face smiling faintly.

A smile that Lennok had seen time and time again whenever he met her.

But Lennoc no longer knew what Aris was thinking.

Aris with her back turned slowly walked towards Lennok and passed him slightly.

Two people standing with their backs to each other. Aris quietly rested her head on Lennok’s back and closed her eyes.

“Let’s go back to that magic tower.”

“….”

“I will postpone all the lectures and research I was scheduled to conduct next semester and hand them over to another professor.”

“Is it because of the elders of the Magic Tower?”

“no. “It was my decision.”

Her voice did not waver.

Aris asked.

“A lot of things happened right?”

“….”

“Me too. “You can’t make a living doing only what you want to do… so I wanted to check before I go.”

“Confirmation… you mean?”

“yes.”

she answered.

“The belief that there are things that do not change. “I hope that doesn’t happen… I wonder if those feelings still exist within me.”

“….”

“Actually I already knew the answer but still…”

Aris trailed off and slowly distanced herself from Lennok.

“I’ll be back after winter. “Will you wait until then?”

Aris smiles without saying anything more.

Lennok who was staring at her slowly nodded.

“All right. “When you come back after winter… I think I will have something to tell you then.”

Aris laughed.

“I’ll wait.”

“….”

Both Aris and Lennok knew.

There was clearly a moment when we could exchange answers and it has now passed.

And it was also Aris not Lennok who put off the long-awaited answer.

* * *

Aris quietly looks down at Lennok’s back as he disappears through the night streets.

Unlike before her expression was calm and subdued.

This is the last moment of pleasure. As if you are aware of what you have to do from now on.

Beep!

The ringtone of the cell phone rings as promised. Naturally I take out my phone and put it to my ear.

The voice of a gentle elderly woman rang out.

-Aris. It’s been a while since I heard your voice.

“Master.”

-All payments have been completed. I sent the ticket to you so it won’t take long.

“…thank you.”

-It’s strange to ask this now but why are you coming back to the Magic Tower?

The woman asked in a slightly puzzled voice.

-The old people at the top are not very curious about your situation and say it is okay but I am different.

“…”

-I respect your judgment that you want to train younger students in a different direction from the Magic Tower’s tone. You are no longer a child but a full-fledged magician. Or are you having difficulty in that area?

“That’s not it. However… there is a problem that needs to be resolved more urgently than that right now.”

Aris answered.

“I want to borrow the power of the Magic Tower to research ancient books from academia. In order to do that we have to please the elders to some extent.”

-A request from you who was reluctant to enter the circle of order… Can I hear the reason?

“that….”

Before answering the woman’s question Aris stared into the darkness of the street where Lennok had disappeared.

It’s not that she didn’t want to hear the truth.

Aris also imagined this moment today among hundreds of worries.

But the words he left back then are stuck in a corner of my mind and won’t leave.

hour. Did you say it was the remaining time?

“….”

Aris Richelen is a bright man.

Enough to be able to grasp fragments of the truth by tracing traces that others can never notice.

She remembers and reflects on any words that could easily be overlooked.

In this world full of all kinds of mysteries and miracles there are not many things that are impossible.

The Lennok she knew was not the type of person to say anything in vain.

If there was a reason for Lennok’s ambiguous attitude towards her so far.

If there are circumstances where the secret cannot be revealed even to Aris.

There was only one answer.

Aris slowly answered with an intuition that was close to certainty.

“We need data on life expectancy… or incurable diseases. “A solution to a taboo that even the power of an Aspect Wizard cannot touch.”

The Genius Wizard Who Takes Medicine Episode 335