Genius Wizard Takes Medicine [EN]: Chapter 576

The medicine, which Murphy advised to take three times a day, within 30 minutes after meals, not only shrinks the overloaded and expanded magic circuits to a stable state but also dramatically increases the efficiency of magic circulation and regeneration. However, to fully benefit from its effects, one must refrain from using direct magic for about half a day immediately after taking it. Murphy probably prescribed this medicine thinking Lenox wouldn’t be going to the field for a while, but it’s meaningless to expect no trouble while continuing activities as a double agent. That’s why, from the day he was prescribed the medicine, instead of skipping meals and doses, Lenox was planning to resolve this situation in a completely different way.

Click!!

A cartridge imbued with the unique lightning magic [Constant Thunder]. Using Lenox’s alchemy and high-grade magic-infused materials, he modified the case into a magazine form, imbued it with unique magic, and projected it with the help of shooting support magic.

Kiiiing!!

Space jump designated shot, manifested by combining Lenox’s senses, which began to directly manipulate the concept of space, and Davi’s automatic firing algorithm. A marvel that slams unique magic into the captured coordinates through space transition, utilizing overwhelming magic sensitivity and manipulation ability to the extreme.

Fzzzzzzzt…!!

As if forcibly twisting and tearing open the empty air, a bright blue flash blooms like a flower. While painting the entire view of the dark corridor with the light of lightning, it is a precise sniping technique that compresses and detonates its power in a fist-sized space. The moment the light of Constant Thunder flashed perpendicularly from the old man’s temple, the old man’s body pierced through the corridor floor and crashed into the lower level of the staircase.

Kwaaaang!!

The shockwave turned the interior corridor of the high-rise building completely blue, and all the window panes shattered. The bodies of the agents who had fainted from the aftermath heaved greatly. The old man, who had pierced through the ceiling several times and landed on a desk in an empty office, smiled bitterly.

“Even after crossing space once, how can it have such power…”

Preserving the original form while transferring a specific energy through space transition is many times more difficult than transferring matter. Unlike matter, which has a form and image that can be conveyed, forces such as magic or spells are usually not like that. Even considering the rarity, power, and difficulty of the ability of space transition, most of the time, considerable losses occur during the transition process. However, the blue flame that bloomed above the old man’s brow just now was burning with a sinister intent, making such facts seem insignificant. That is proof that the mage who fired this magic is extraordinary.

“Penetration and explosion close to instantaneous. Lightning of intent… truly dangerous.”

The old man, who had taken a stance while sitting on the collapsed desk, then closed his eyes and placed one hand on his sword. The corridor, which had become quiet, was in stark contrast to the explosion just before. The moment the old man, who had been bowing his head without wavering in the silence, suddenly raised his gaze, a streak of lightning pierced through the old man’s temple, as if to penetrate it, and ran vertically.

[Soaring Azure]

Paang!!

The lightning that burst out, grazing the old man who tilted his head at the same time as drawing and swinging his sword, was cut by the returning blade and deflected to the outer wall of the building. A faint blue line of light scattered and disappeared along the horizon in the night sky, a fantasy. However, the old man did not bother to turn his gaze to watch the beautiful light. As if he had anticipated the second attack, a hexagonal thunderclap rose from behind him, as if waiting.

[Six-Directional Thunderclap]

Fzzzzzzzz!!!

“…!!”

The old man’s body rotated in place and instantly ran upside down along the corridor wall. However, the projection of unique magic that transcends space followed immediately, as if reading the old man’s movements.

[Lightning Well]

[Piercing Step]

[Changing Color Flying Lightning]

Fzzzzzzzz!!!

The thunder that erupted simultaneously in a flash exploded one after another along the corridor of the high-rise building, painting the entire sky with blue light.

Kagagagak!!!

While dropping his body as if bouncing to avoid the lightning that jumps through space, he deflects the aftermath of the unavoidable unique magic with his blade.

Chiiik!!

“Ugh…!!”

Even so, he couldn’t withstand all the firepower, and lightning flowed over his skin, burning his nerves and paralyzing his muscles. A sinister sensation of being unilaterally driven by an opponent whose location, face, and level are unknown from an unseen place. Would this be the feeling of standing in front of a huge cannon with your eyes covered and your arms and legs tied? The extreme space sniping where the power, speed, and direction of the magic cannot be guessed until just before impact. It’s not just unreasonable, it’s unfair. The very fact that such power and technology can exist is an unilateral projection of power that is hard to believe. In an instant, the old man’s body was covered in blood, and the muscles in his limbs stiffened. However, even so, the old man’s eyes shone calmly.

‘The magic fuel efficiency consumed in space-based transfer techniques is close to the worst. Even if you have the mental strength to withstand continuous fire, the consumption that skyrockets as the distance increases will be unbearable.’

The opponent is definitely located in the Cartel headquarters district, and not too far from the old man. Shwaaaaaa!!! The fire alarm system activated, and streams of water falling from the ceiling soaked the corridor and made it damp. The old man, holding his sword, slowly walked in the water-filled corridor. As he watched the drops of blood falling from his sword hand mix with the puddles and turn them red, the old man suddenly raised his gaze. A soaked body. A corridor scene filled with moisture. Electrocution.

[Fluttering Thunder]

Fzzzzzzzz!!!

A sharp flash of lightning, a thunderous sound that seemed to burn the entire earth, flashed from the far end of the corridor and shot out. The moment the electricity, flowing along the pouring water, wet walls, and floor, tried to take over the old man’s body and consciousness entirely.

Chwaaaak!!

The shadow that rose from the old man’s feet became a huge curtain and embraced all the flashes of [Fluttering Thunder].

Tudududuk…!!

The shadow curtain, which had swallowed the unique magic, burst as if it could not withstand the power. But in the meantime, the old man’s body had already been forcibly moved by someone.

“You shouldn’t have to see such a terrible sight from your first operation since returning to duty, Mr. O’Neil?”

A middle-aged woman with a clear voice appeared, muttering. With a gloomy face, she, with her heavy makeup, withdrew the shadow curtain she was holding in her hand.

“A lightning-type mage of considerable skill. And an opponent who also uses space transition… I’ve never heard of such a monster in the Cartel’s board of directors.”

“Thank you for your help, Chain.”

O’Neil nodded, shaking off his damp clothes.

“But that lightning just now. The power definitely weakened slightly at the end. If it hadn’t, you would have been in danger too.”

“Mr. O’Neil, are you kidding? You’re saying that was a weakened magic?”

Chain scoffed and dismissed O’Neil’s words.

“Anyway, the other agents have found the location of the underground vault. It seems they’ve already started the infiltration, so let’s move quickly.”

“Chain, don’t nag me.”

The old man, called O’Neil, said with a frown.

“How much do you usually nag that your daughter couldn’t stand it and ran away?”

“Oh my, I was just doing my best for my daughter’s academic achievement. How can she become an adult in this harsh society with such a weak mind that she can’t even endure self-development for college entrance…”

“Stop, stop!!”

O’Neil shook his head as if he was fed up.

“I made a mistake. I know that neither you nor I have had a good time since retirement, so let’s stop.”

“You should have said so earlier.”

Chain scoffed and waved her hand. The shadow curtain, which had been torn to pieces, was withdrawn from her fingertips.

“What about the others?”

“I don’t know. I didn’t come back after hearing news about the others when I was reinstated in the first place.”

“Judging by the presence I feel, it seems there are one or two more besides us…”

“We’re here.”

Taang!!

No sooner had those words been spoken than a gunshot rang out, and a blank-faced young man appeared from behind. Behind the young man, a dozen or so Cartel assault squad members were slumped over, covered in blood.

“Kade.”

“It’s been a while since I’ve seen you both.”

Immediately after, a woman wearing glasses ran out from the far end of the corridor. Chain, who saw Hina speechless at the sight of the ruined corridor, was visibly delighted.

“Hina!!”

Chain ran to Hina and hugged her, smiling happily.

“You’ve grown up so much!!”

“C-Chain Supervisor…”

“It feels like just yesterday when you were similar to my daughter, and now you’re already an agent in the field… Time really flies. Don’t you think so?”

Chain said that and turned her head.

“Mr. O’Neil, your granddaughter is here, why aren’t you saying hello?”

“I would have finished greeting her already if it weren’t for your fuss.”

O’Neil said that and winked at Hina.

“It’s been a while.”

“Grandfather.”

Hina nodded calmly.

“I heard you were reinstated. Why…”

“There’s one thing I need to finish before I die of old age.”

O’Neil answered, tapping the sword at his waist. The blade hanging at his waist was surprisingly similar to the one Hina was holding.

“I was struggling on my own, so I decided to get help from Greta.”

“Greta said she could introduce a very good magic teacher for my daughter.”

Chain said, letting go of Hina with a smile.

“If things go well, you might be able to transfer to the Lavatenon Magic University.”

“I see…”

“We don’t have much time. According to Greta’s plan, we need to get the Cartel’s accounting books from the headquarters’ underground vault.”

Kade said with a blank face. He started walking ahead, twirling the magic-infused pistol in his hand.

“If things go well, we can get the Cartel’s double ledger and seize the weakness of this huge corporate alliance. As quickly as possible before the Cartel’s executives return…”

Fzzzt!!

At that moment, a huge sense of déjà vu swept through the senses of the four people from the end of the corridor. “…!!” A hallucination as if a huge wave of current swept through and disappeared before their eyes. The overwhelming flood of images made all four of them regain their composure and sharpen their senses for a moment. There was nothing unusual in the quiet corridor, but all four knew that it was not just a simple illusion.

“Chain.”

“I know, Mr. O’Neil.”

Chain, who had returned to her gloomy face in an instant, let go of Hina’s shoulder and disappeared as if falling into the shadows. Kade, who had taken out a heavy magnum pistol, had already disappeared, and O’Neil winked at Hina.

“Hina, did you notice it?”

O’Neil, who had placed one hand firmly on the sword hilt, muttered quietly.

“It’s a monster that can project illusions to us just by scattering its intent.”

“This is…”

“You should step back for a moment.”

“No, Grandfather. We have to retreat together!!”

Hina, recalling the intent that had just passed before her eyes, grabbed O’Neil’s arm with a pale face.

“This isn’t… the Cartel’s board of directors. It’s definitely that person’s…!!”

Kugugugung!!!

Before Hina could finish her words, a huge roar shook the ground. At the same time, nearly half of the presences of the agents that existed in the two people’s sensory range had all disappeared. O’Neil, his face stiff, shook off Hina’s hand and slowly gripped his sword.

“It’s hard to retreat now that we’ve come this far. Greta has put a considerable amount of money on the line for this plan.”

“If we don’t join quickly, it’s going to get less fun than we thought.”

Chain muttered, lightly stepping into her shadow.

“I connected a terminal to one of the agents before the operation started. Let’s move quickly before things get more complicated.”

Kade and O’Neil stepped into the shadow passage that Chain had opened without hesitation. Hina was about to step into the passage after them when O’Neil grabbed Hina’s shoulder and shook his head.

“You stay here and contact Greta for us. We’ll go ahead and deal with him.”

“Grandfather!”

She looked back at O’Neil in a hurry. But he had already disappeared towards the underground vault where the intent had erupted.

“No, at this rate…!!”

Hina, with a pale face, quickly picked up her phone and requested an emergency communication to Greta, quickly following behind them.