Genius Wizard Takes Medicine [EN]: Chapter 752

Kugugugugu…!!! A thunderbolt that shook the heavens and earth fell, and the sky cleared without a trace. Only the ruins of the Necromancy Department’s research building, left on the ground, testified to the lightning that had just occurred. Surrounding the remains of the research building, people stood stiff, unable to even react properly. Only after seeing their unusual reactions did Lenok realize that the situation had become ambiguous. ‘It was too noisy.’ The abnormal situation where the spirit summoned by the Necromancy Department recognized the Guide’s ghost. If it were revealed here that Evan was a doppelganger, the entire play they had been putting on would become meaningless. As soon as Lenok realized this, he deliberately dropped a powerful lightning bolt to erase the traces of the summoned spirit and blow away the aftermath. Conversely, the people watching from outside the research building hadn’t even properly sensed the presence of the summoned spirit. To others, it would seem that the research building had just shaken for a moment, and then Kyunroe had suddenly dropped lightning to draw attention. ‘First, it’s a priority to finish the agreement without any more problems.’ Now that things have come to this, he must at least accomplish the purpose of coming here. The moment Lenok thought that and stepped forward, leaning on his staff. “Ugh, ugh…” “What on earth is this…” The professors and researchers, who had belatedly regained their senses, gaped at the scene unfolding before them. Thousands of people were lying flat or cowering, avoiding eye contact. Just as the dean, who had struggled to walk out from behind the dazed professors, was about to open his mouth. Swish!! Numerous figures surged up around Kyunroe, who stood in the middle of the ruins. Dozens of superhumans in dark suits lined up on either side of the mage. Rather than surrounding Kyunroe, they seemed to be creating some space and shielding him from the gazes pouring in from all directions. The professors were startled and looked around at their swift and skillful appearance, as if they had been prepared from the start. “W-Who are you!!” “How did these superhumans enter the academy without passes!!” “What are the security personnel doing!!” “Sorry, but don’t look for those guys. I’ve temporarily moved them back under my authority.” A nonchalant voice echoed from behind the professors. “There’s no need to die for nothing, not knowing what’s going on, right?” “…!!” Behind the startled professors, an elderly woman with graying hair stood there. She was wearing a combat suit given to physical ability users loosely, and she stood askew with a pistol in one hand. “Who are you to do as you please like this!!” “Greta Witherhild, Director of the Special Task Force directly under the City Government.” The woman said, picking at her ear. “It seems like a lot of time has passed. There are hardly any familiar faces among the professors anymore.” “A-Agent…!!” The researchers, belatedly recognizing her, cried out in surprise. “Why is a special task force that manages the security of the shadows here…!!” “Are you really asking because you don’t know?” Greta chuckled and pointed at Kyunroe. “The most dangerous VIP in the Balkans is walking around here right now.” “……” “We’ll take care of the VIP, so outsiders should leave now.” Greta casually walked past the professors and stood next to the agents surrounding Kyunroe. “Long time no see, Kyunroe. Is it the first time since the Cartel incident?” “You’re late.” Greta was speechless at Kyunroe’s slow reply. “If you wanted to prevent the situation, you should have arrived earlier, and if you wanted to resolve it, you should have attacked me already.” “……” “What’s the reason for standing in front of me without the will or desire to do anything?” If they wanted to stop the use of force, they would have taken their positions in advance, and if they wanted to resolve the chaos, they should have taken action already. But the fact that the agent had not chosen either option was proof that this whole situation was not her intention. As soon as Greta appeared, Kyunroe had grasped the true meaning hidden beneath her actions and was pointing it out without hesitation. “Hmm. You’ve hit the nail on the head. But if you think about it, it’s all because of you.” Greta shook her head and smiled bitterly. “The damage we suffered thanks to you during the Cartel raid was enormous. That’s why I’m still obediently following the Central Council’s orders.” “……” “It’s not just us. Several other special task forces are here too. You can roughly feel it, right?” Greta’s words were not wrong. Even apart from the agents lined up on either side of Kyunroe, there were several intense presences mixed among the gazes pouring in from all directions. A sharp premonition that seemed to pierce Lenok’s temples at any moment. The magic power swimming beneath the ground and the unpleasant smell of wind melting into the air. The special task forces of the light, who had been observing the situation so far, had begun to make their presence known to Kyunroe. “So, we were in a position where we had to make the first move, whether it was for justification or whatever. But now that I’m looking at it…” Greta said, stroking her chin as she looked at Kyunroe with narrowed eyes. “You seem to be in worse shape than before?” “……” “Did you go hunting old monsters again in the meantime?” “Is that all you have to say?” Greta shrugged at Kyunroe’s languid reply. “Of course not. I’m sorry to ask this, but could you cancel the rest of your schedule and finish the agreement here?” “……” “You dropped a lightning bolt like that in the middle of the university, and yet there are no casualties. I don’t know if it was intentional or if you didn’t even care, but if we end it here, we can come up with a reasonable justification to resolve it.” “Resolve it…” Kyunroe, who had been staring at Greta, smiled. “Why should I do that?” “I don’t intend to fight you, unlike the other guys. As you can see-” Greta said, placing her hand on the shoulder of the agent next to her. “Our side has already given up.” “……” “What did you do to our agents while I was gone that they’re so afraid of you?” The arm of the agent whose shoulder Greta had touched was trembling faintly. Not just one, but the presences of the agents lined up around Kyunroe were strangely stiff. The agents of the Special Task Force knew better than anyone what kind of mage Kyunroe was. A madman who had survived an overwhelming number of real battles, more than all the combat experience of everyone gathered here combined. They were no match for him in terms of strategy, psychological warfare, magic manipulation, or physical strength, or in any other aspect, including output. Even trying to aim and surround him at close range to discuss the gap would be meaningless. It would only make the time until death come a little faster. Despite having succeeded in surrounding the mage at close range, the reality was that the surrounding agents were being overwhelmed by his presence. Greta had been well aware of this fact from the moment she gave the order to surround Kyunroe. “Director Witherhild. There seems to be some misunderstanding.” The dean gritted his teeth and stepped between the two. “The cause of this incident is the event hosted by the school. If there is any responsibility, it is mine. It is not Kyunroe’s fault.” “Hmm, is that so?” Greta asked, as if she didn’t care. “Anyway, this matter must end here. I hope you understand that this is only possible because Kyunroe is a great mage.” “……” “No superhuman can drop lightning on a City Government-affiliated educational institution and receive such generous treatment.” The very fact that such a lukewarm compromise was being offered was only possible because Lenok was the first tower master and great mage of the Balkans. It was also a flexibility that was allowed because he was a VIP among VIPs with direct connections to the Central Council. Normally, the moment someone wielded this level of magic in the middle of Lavatenon, it would not be unusual for the special task force to immediately resort to a show of force. However, most of the people involved in both the light and the shadows were well aware of Kyunroe’s nature and reputation, and were simply trying to avoid unnecessary casualties. Greta was indirectly explaining this fact to the dean. “That’s…” The dean looked back and forth between Kyunroe and Greta with a troubled expression. It was problematic if the agreement was not concluded, but it was also the worst option to upset Kyunroe and make him move again. What kind of compensation or conditions could Lavatenon offer to persuade Kyunroe here? The moment the dean was pondering this and looking at the faculty. “Then, I will make this part of the deal.” Evan, wearing a dust-covered gown, stepped forward. “…Assistant Professor Bylon?” “Bylon? Is that Evan Bylon?” While Greta was stroking her chin with interest, Evan stood facing Kyunroe. In the middle of the ruined Necromancy Department’s research building, the two stood side by side, gazing at each other. Evan, standing in front of the mage whose expression could not be read, quietly said to him. “Let’s make ending this matter here a condition.” “……” “Instead, would it be okay to postpone the Elemental Department project demonstration a little?” The research building fell into a deep silence. This was because everyone was aware that Evan’s words were part of the deal between the two that had led to this agreement. “What kind of deal did you make to decide such a thing as a condition-” “Okay.” The moment Greta, who didn’t know the situation, muttered, Kyunroe, who had been silent, nodded. “Bring the contract.” The mage muttered, glancing at his attendant who was standing far behind. “Let’s finish the agreement here.” “…Hey, really?” While Greta was looking at Kyunroe with an incredulous expression. The attendants quickly noticed the situation and brought a temporary chair and tent, setting them up in the middle of the ruins. They placed a table and chairs among the debris of the collapsed Necromancy Department’s research building, and Evan and Kyunroe sat facing each other. Dozens of agents were on high alert, surrounding the area, and Director Greta Witherhild was acting as the notary. Kiiing…!! At the same moment that Kyunroe stamped the contract with a silver seal, a clear resonance of magic power echoed. The agreement, which had been completed in an instant in the middle of the ruins without any particular procedures or formalities. The moment Kyunroe, who had gotten up, ignoring the dumbfounded professors, turned to leave, a strange vibration began to be heard from the other side of the sky. Whoooom!!! A black-shaped airship descended. Could it be that they had separately called an airship to pick up Kyunroe as soon as they confirmed that the situation had been settled? Kyunroe stood in front of the airship that had landed in front of the research building ruins, along with the university officials who had followed him. Shouts echoed from all directions as the cameras of the reporters who were still holding on seemed to be still not working. Ignoring the voices of people asking them to look this way, Evan stood in front of Kyunroe. Kyunroe, who was about to board the airship without delay, turned around as if he had remembered something. “From now on, all incoming transactions will be handled through an agent, so inform other organizations of this.” “……” Kyunroe’s gaze swept over the faculty members who were struggling to stand behind him. The mage smiled at those who were flinching, unable to hide their agitation. “If you’re thinking of using this agreement to solidify your educational institution’s position, that is.” “…Understood.” Could it be that he was already thinking about the fact that related inquiries would come to Lavatenon University from other research institutions or magic towers? It was okay to use the agreement for negotiations with other institutions, but it meant that they should be aware that the tower master would not be involved. After saying that much, Kyunroe boarded the airship without any regrets and disappeared. Thud thud thud!!! The airship, which had risen vertically from the spot, quickly disappeared into the distance, and Evan and the officials watched the scene from the ground. The gazes of the thousands of onlookers who were still on the university grounds followed the tail end of the airship. Tatianna, who had been silently watching the scene through the window, turned her gaze. “Ban, is it okay for the situation to have turned out like this?” A huge chaos that occurred at the end of the agreement schedule. The partnership between the two institutions ended without properly resolving it. It was difficult to even guess how this situation would be viewed from the outside and what kind of repercussions it would cause. It was certain that Lenok had not anticipated such an aftermath. However, Lenok was not very agitated by Tatianna’s concerns. “It’s not something to worry about, the reputation or fame that will come back.” “……” “More than that, it’s a priority to focus on the operation of the magic tower that will begin with this agreement as a starting point.” As if the rumors about the agreement with Lavatenon Magic University had already spread, his cell phone was ringing incessantly in his pocket. However, instead of opening the messages that were being received incessantly, Lenok quietly closed his eyes and leaned back in the back seat of the airship. “…Ban?” Tatianna was about to speak, but then quietly closed her mouth, thinking that he had fallen asleep. Lenok ignored her voice and slowly stroked the Guide’s ring he was wearing on his hand. There were still things to be dealt with under Evan’s identity. * * * Poof!! He concealed his presence and quickly descended in Evan’s form. At the same time as he walked out from behind the secluded ruins of the research building, he deactivated the Guide’s ring ability. ‘That was close.’ The end was somewhat unexpected, but he had managed to finish this bizarre play without being discovered. ‘It was easier because Greta made the offer first. Her personality isn’t to my liking, but she’s definitely competent at her job.’ In Kyunroe’s identity, he had acted as if he didn’t like the agent’s proposal. However, Lenok knew that accepting the proposal was a rather efficient option at that point. No matter how perfectly he imitated Evan Bylon by manipulating the Guide’s ghost, someone might notice the awkwardness. The faint delay that had existed while alternating between manipulating the ghosts had been buried by Kyunroe’s atmosphere. However, since several special task forces directly under the City Government had come to watch Lenok, the awkwardness and incongruity would inevitably be revealed if it dragged on for too long. Therefore, Lenok had judged that it was better to show that he was obediently accepting the negotiations at this place under the guidance of the agent. ‘Now, then, the things that need to be dealt with under Evan’s identity…’ The agreement had been roughly concluded, and Kyunroe had left the scene as planned at the appropriate time. He had not been able to do the Elemental Department project demonstration, but no one would care about that at this point, given the commotion that had occurred. The matter of stamping the contract could be handled later under the names of Evan and Ban. The most urgent matters were resolving the commotion at the Necromancy Department’s research building and answering the questions that would pour in about the information revealed by this agreement. The moment Lenok, rubbing his stiff shoulders, returned to the Elemental Department’s lecture hall. “Evan.” The dean, who had discovered Lenok at the end of the hallway, called out to him. Behind the dean were the attendants who were busily contacting all directions, and the reporters who were diligently filming them. As soon as Kyunroe disappeared, the filming equipment that had not yet been broken was activated, and they were finally able to take pictures. “Oh, it works, it works!!” “Hurry up and take a picture, we have to take a picture of Assistant Professor Bylon and send it over!!” “Now that it’s come to this, at least an interview…!!” “You can’t come over here!” “Please stay behind the safety line!!” In the midst of the desperate struggle between the reporters who were trying to approach and the security personnel who were trying to stop them, the dean looked at the other faculty members. “For now, there are too many people gathered today, so let’s meet again the day after tomorrow to discuss it. Is that okay?” “Dean, that’s…” “Kyunroe. He’s definitely an extraordinary person in many ways.” The dean muttered quietly. “I… I couldn’t understand what he was thinking until the very end.” “……” “Since you’ve been exposed to the magic power of such a great mage, your hierarchy may have been disrupted. Everyone, go home early today and visit the hospital.” The dean, without waiting for the faculty’s response, turned his gaze and said to Evan. “Assistant Professor Bylon. You too. You’ve worked hard for today’s agreement, so take a good rest and I’ll see you in a few days.” “Thank you for your consideration.” As the surroundings were noisy and there were many eyes watching, he gave a plausible justification and declared that he was forcibly dismissing the meeting. Lenok was aware that this was the dean’s way of trying to be considerate of Evan. Without refusing, Lenok immediately bowed his head and returned to his research lab in the Elemental Department’s lecture hall, leaning against the door and slowly leaning his back against it. “Hoo.” [……Hehe.] Davi, who had wriggled out from his pocket, rubbed his snout against Lenok’s neck with an awkward expression. Lenok immediately pinched both of Davi’s cheeks with both hands and lifted the spirit up. “If you’re going to make a mistake, why did you have to make it there?” [No, I didn’t mean to do that either-] Davi, whose cheeks were stretched out to the sides, made a lame excuse. [It’s, it’s my first time acting like this, so it was a bit confusing to switch back and forth so quickly.] “……” [I’m sorry.] Lenok couldn’t help but laugh as he looked at the spirit, who had his mouth open and was bowing his head with his front paws together. “…Okay. It’s your first time. Actually, it was a bit much for me too in the middle.” The agreement between Lavatenon Magic University and the magic tower. It was a truly unconventional idea from Lenok’s perspective to bring Evan Bylon and Kyunroe Ban together in one place and show their faces. It was only possible because Lenok had used the Guide’s ghost to make Evan act, but. When he actually tried it in an official setting, it was not as easy as he had thought. For this agreement, a huge number of people had come from outside, and there were a considerable number of eyes watching. There would also be many people who were watching Evan and Ban’s presence and attitude closely, trying to find any awkwardness. That was why Lenok had to put in a lot of effort to switch between acting as Evan and Ban at the same time. “Even if the first switch was okay, the last one was close. It was worth it to have disabled the filming equipment in advance…” He was in place as Evan with the dean, and then when Ban got off the airship, he set up Evan’s ghost and moved as Kyunroe. The Guide’s ghost had the form of Evan, but its movements and manipulations had to be specified by Lenok as a magic user. He had to personally handle all the manipulations, including the movement of the eyelids, breathing, the trembling of the skin, and the movement of the lips, and make sure that no awkwardness was found by the hundreds of eyes watching around him. From manipulating the ghost’s movements and liveliness one by one to having a conversation that was sufficient to show on the outside. After even showing a show of force as if he was putting pressure through magic power, it was difficult for Lenok’s concentration to maintain that state for long. If Lenok felt that way, Davi, who had been acting on Evan’s shoulder, must have had similar thoughts. The fact that he had inadvertently climbed onto Ban’s shoulder at the end was also a mistake that Davi would never have made under normal circumstances. If Davi had not been getting along well with other students in the department, someone might have thought it was strange. [I’ve been looking through the Balkan Central Network, and it doesn’t seem like we’ve been caught yet.] “What’s the reaction of the event witnesses?” [The most common reaction is that they were surprised that he looked more normal than they thought?] “……” Although he had avoided having his face captured in videos and photos, it was not as if Lenok had been completely covering his face while in Ban’s identity. Was it possible that such a reaction was coming out even though the rumors about Ban’s appearance had spread? As Lenok shook his head in disbelief, Davi laughed with amusement and wagged his tail. [Master, look at this. The deep web has gone even further?] A post immediately appeared on the virtual screen. [These organics were betting on whether or not the master would commit a massacre at the agreement site.] “…What?” The title and content of the post were of a kind that even Lenok would be shocked by. [Official agreement between Lavatenon and the magic tower. Will Kyunroe also lay his hands on Lavatenon University?] Of course. He’s a crazy bastard who makes excuses to kill people in the first place. = Betting amount: “7,297,450,000” cells (72%). = Odds: “1.35” Even if it’s Kyunroe, he wouldn’t go that far. He’ll distinguish between time and place. = Betting amount: “2,709,850,000” cells (28%) = Odds: “3.46” The title and options of the post. Even the betting amounts listed below were all abnormal. But more than that, what caught Lenok’s attention was the odds themselves, which were listed between the two options. “The odds…” The abnormal option that Lenok would commit a massacre at Lavatenon Magic University was actually the favorite. He silently opened his mouth and scrolled through the screen. Thousands of comments were being posted in real time below the post.