Girl Hero: Revenge on Goblins!-Chapter 326: D117. Dissociation_2

Although her demeanor was not particularly enthusiastic, the meticulous movements and serious expression still conveyed a certain sentiment to the Hero.

She did not notice the last time she visited the Count Mansion, how strong the Maid Supervisor actually was...

"Lord Hero, about the dress... should we choose one that covers your back after all?"

1. Yes

2. No

D2=d2(1)=1

The slender fingers of the Maid Supervisor brushed through the Hero’s night-sky-like hair, letting it—

1. Tie up

2. Bun up

3. Braid

4. Let down♛

5.1

6.2

7.3

8.4

9. Curl up

10. Critical Success/Extreme Failure

D10=d10(8)=8

The basic makeup was already done, and as per the wish of the Hero, the Maid Supervisor did not add too much embellishment, believing that the Hero did not need much adornment.

Looking at the Hero, who appeared as pristine as a gem washed with clear water, radiating pure charm, the Maid Supervisor nodded imperceptibly. Her gaze then froze as she noticed the clothing slipping from the Hero’s body.

The eerie Black Wing coiled around her originally smooth back, the Hollow encircled by steel feathers exuded enticing honey, and this cursed Magic Pattern emitted a barely noticeable fluorescence, making the air in the room seem sticky and strangely sweet.

"Indeed, let’s cover it."

The Hero replied with a bitter smile.

"Alright, I understand," responded the Maid Supervisor in her usual flat tone.

As the Count had mentioned before, this Victory Banquet was an internally held military banquet without many formalities, and the Hero did not need to dress too elaborately. For the upcoming award ceremony as a recipient of military honors, she would require her ceremonial sword and uniform, not a dress.

Thus, she chose a simple gown that covered her back, and her hair naturally draped down.

Dressing did not take too much time, and now, it was just perfect timing to take the carriage to the military district.

However, before leaving, the Hero hesitated before asking,

"Maid Supervisor, do you know about"

1. Magic Dissociation

2. Elemental Imbalance Disorder

3. Supernatural Loss of Control

4. Soul Freezing Disorder

5.1

6.2

7.3

8.4

9. Super Memory Crown

10. Critical Success/Extreme Failure

D10=d10(5)=5

"Magic Dissociation... is this about the Fourteenth Princess?"

The Maid Supervisor, who was giving the final touch-ups to the Hero’s attire, paused slightly and then nodded. freēwēbnovel.com

"Of course, indeed, the Royal Family has also invited the Count to conduct research in an attempt to develop Arcane Devices that could treat this disease, but..."

She shook her head, the answer being self-evident.

"The suffering from Magic Dissociation not only cannot absorb or control Magic Power, but as the condition worsens, that very basic Magic Element that maintains the body and the spirit will spontaneously dissipate, uncontrollably exchanging and misaligning with the external Magic Elements, causing not only physical deformities but also affecting the personality... Most people ultimately descend into madness, turning into monsters."

A sigh showed on the Maid Supervisor’s usually cold face.

"...There is currently no found cure for this disease; only expensive Arcane Devices can lock the sufferer’s Magic Power, and periodic baptisms must be performed by bishop-level priests, but any slight carelessness can lead to continuous deterioration."

"Is that so..." the Hero nodded gravely.

In this world, Basic Magic Elements are omnipresent; Humankind absorbs these elements, controls them, forms Magic Power, and employs it in various applications to learn diverse abilities, gaining the power to counter Magic Creatures and forge civilization.

In distant history, this power might have been exclusive to the Nobles and geniuses, but now with the collaboration between the Kingdom and the Six Major Guilds, and with Professional Guilds branches in every region, even the most ordinary citizens can become Professionals.

Even if not in a Combat profession, the power derived from Magic Element still enables them to expand their possibilities, have healthier bodies, and many invest their life savings in the Warlock Guild hoping for an extraordinary Awakening of a special Lineage—although most are shattered by reality.

Thus, in pubs, you could see a barely eleven-year-old boy drinking heavily; for these youngsters already on the path of apprenticeship, while the effects of alcohol on the body are not negligible, they are bearable. (Note: Otherworld)

Even researchers dedicated to studies tend to learn some Spellcasting abilities, which provides them with more robust spirits and greater understanding, and the flowing Magic Power subtly benefits their bodies. Like the Hero’s grandfather, despite his old age, he still lives alone in a large house.

In such a context, the importance of Magic Power to Humankind is evident, and the Hero had never even considered before that there could be ’people unable to use Magic Power’ in this world, a notion almost synonymous with being ’unable to breathe.’

The idea that the Root Magic Power could spontaneously disperse and exchange with other Magic Elements was beyond the Hero’s imagination.

This represents complete loss of control; for a Beast Spirit Mage, it would mean her Beast Spirit Magic Power could directly alter her life form, and her human body could become a monstrous creature with a bird’s head, a fish’s tail, and a belly covered in Snake Scales, while her soul would collapse under such conflicts.

"The initial symptoms of Magic Dissociation are not obvious, often mistaken for merely a lack of Magic Power talent. By the middle phase where the Root Magic Element disperses and even to the late phase’s incorrect Magic Element exchange, it is often too late."

The Maid Supervisor calmly outlined the details, which were far more elaborated than the Hero had anticipated.

Clearly, her earlier statement that the Royal Family had sought help from the Count because of the Fourteenth Princess was not false.

As the Maid Supervisor in charge of most of the internal affairs at the Count Mansion, she naturally also received and took care of the Fourteenth Princess, who came for examinations at that time.

"So, for the Fourteenth Princess, being born into the Royal Family is both her fortune and her misfortune."

The Hero fell briefly silent, quickly understanding the Maid Supervisor’s words.

Nobles and even members of the Royal Family, despite having a superior lifestyle that commoners dream of, do not necessarily live in luxury and worry-free.

In order to become a qualified noble inheritor, they often have to learn a massive amount of knowledge and take numerous courses from a young age, not only needing exceptional Strength but also an intellectually superior mind.

After reaching adulthood and finishing courses with private tutors, most noble heirs opt to enter academies, where they begin their social and competitive lives—with the Royal Capital Academy being the crown jewel among them.

The little girl is currently studying there.

[National education level of the Kingdom (100+ compulsory education nationwide)]

D100+10=d100(26)+10=36

Although the Church has always advocated for the enrollment of all preschool-aged children, up to now, only some large cities have formal academies; villages and such can only conduct some basic literacy activities in the church.

It’s quite common for many Adventurers to be illiterate, but leaving aside Mages, even Warriors and Magicians who wish to undergo Second Transformation or even Third Ascension need to pass a basic exam, which has proved challenging for many.

The Hero, having been given up early by her parents due to poor Talent, never experienced that kind of academic pressure, but she has observed her brother’s studies and knows it’s not an easy or enjoyable task.

She merely lacked Talent, while the Fourteenth Princess had zero, or even negative, Talent.

Magic Dissociation not only brings weakness and life-threatening conditions, but also means that among the talented Royal Family, she alone has a chasm-like gap with her siblings.

A healthy body and growing Magic Power with age allow one to study and train for longer durations and reap more benefits,

but without such Talent, and even being a burden, one can only struggle futilely, watching the gap between each other grow wider until it becomes vast like the difference between the clouds and the mud.

Just like when she looks at her elder brother...

"It’s about time, Lord Hero, let’s set out."

After confirming that the Hero’s outfit was flawless, the Maid Supervisor nodded.

The Hero, snapping out of her thoughts, nodded and took a step forward.

[Gleaming Scale Serpent’s location]

1. Between strands of hair

2. Wrist

3. Upper arm

4. Ankle♛

5. Thigh

6.1

7.2

8.3

9.4

10. Critical Success/Extreme Failure

D10=d10(9)=9

[Cruising Bishop’s location]

1. Banquet

2. Church

3. Street♛

4. Count Mansion

5.1

6.2

7.3

8.4

9. Dream Crevice

10. Critical Success/Extreme Failure

D10=d10(3)=3

[Hero’s attire]

1. Black stockings

2. White stockings♛

3. Barefoot

4.1

5.2

6.3

7.1

8.2

9.3

10. Critical Success/Extreme Failure

D10=d10(2)=2

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