Training-Addicted Mage In A Progression Fantasy-Chapter 74: Transcendence Mage

After Glios departed from the banquet hall, Leisia made her way over.

She spoke in a playful, almost whispered tone.

“Everyone’s been asking me to introduce you. What would you like to do?”

Leon glanced past her shoulder.Several Personal Disciples were watching their direction with curious eyes.

Leon released a deep sigh.

The reason Leon had been hesitant to attend the banquet was due to the factional conflicts among the General Disciples.He had expected it to be even more pronounced at the banquet.

Yet those who approached Leon only showered him with excessive praise, without any mention of factions.It was as if they had been explicitly instructed not to discuss such matters.

“Leon, it’s remarkable that you’ve already achieved such great things despite being here for such a short time.”

These words came from Calderic, a handsome man with blue hair, as he approached Leon.

“It’s not much of an accomplishment, really.”

When Leon responded modestly, Calderic offered a gentle smile.

“I’ve heard that too much modesty can actually invite criticism from others. Saving 50 Personal Disciples is undoubtedly a significant achievement.”

Since he had heard similar comments from several others, Leon’s response remained consistent.Leisia had informed him that most banquet conversations followed similar patterns, so it was fine to let them pass.

“It’s truly a shame you’re not participating in the Personal Disciple Sparring. It would be an excellent opportunity to test our abilities against each other.”“....”

Leon detected a subtle hint of competitiveness in Calderic’s gentle gaze.The fact that Calderic, who typically excelled in social interactions, displayed his emotions so openly could only be interpreted as intentional.

There had been no such indication in their previous encounter, and Leon wondered about the reason for Calderic’s changed behavior.

Leon concealed his suspicion and responded as usual.

“Aren’t you already a Mystic-grade Mage, Calderic? How could I possibly think to compete with you?”“Haha, if it weren’t for you, Leon, I would have been teaching my juniors as usual. But with you... I believe things might be rather different.”

Calderic stood as the most skilled among the Personal Disciples, excluding those in their middle years.Having attained the Mystic Realm at a young age, he would have no equal in the Personal Disciple Sparring.

Naturally, it seemed peculiar that he wished to spar with Leon, who was known to be an Apprentice 5th Grade.

Well, I doubt anyone would believe that now.

Having demonstrated his ability to handle at least an Advanced Arcane-grade Blood Mage, no one would accept he was merely an Apprentice 5th Grade.Curiously, no one seemed to question this discrepancy.

At that moment, Leisia stepped into the conversation.

“Calderic, I look forward to your valuable guidance this time as well.”

She had likely sensed Leon’s discomfort.

Calderic shifted his attention to Leisia.

“Of course. This time will also be an opportunity for me to instruct you, Leisia.”“I’m honored.”“Have you given it some thought?”“...What do you mean?”

Calderic studied Leisia for a moment, then shook his head.Leisia maintained an unchanging expression.

“...It’s nothing. I was mistaken for a moment.”

***

Before beginning his intensive training, Leon made a stop at Arpina’s laboratory.

Arpina had originally planned to complete her research on the harmony of Fire and Light Attributes before immediately starting her own training, but she continued her research at Leon’s suggestion.

Leon occasionally assisted with the research, though he didn’t dedicate as much time to it as Arpina did.

Seeing Arpina buried among stacks of documents, Leon felt a twinge of guilt.

However, today he had come to the laboratory bearing good news.

In fact, Leon had gained some insight into the harmony between the Light Attribute and other attributes.This came after learning the Brilliance of Creation.Mastering an SSS-grade Light Attribute Magic had indeed enhanced his understanding of the Light Attribute itself.

Furthermore, when wielding the Brilliance of Creation, he could perceive all kinds of Magic Power flows.

After mastering the Brilliance of Creation, he had experimented with combining the Light Attribute with other attributes independently.

The yellow Magic Power stream of Light.And the blue Magic Power stream of Water.

The Magic Power streams varied slightly according to their attribute characteristics.

He attempted to merge them, but the Light Magic Power stream strongly repelled and rejected the Water.

In that moment, Leon became convinced that the conflict between attributes wasn’t simply about power, but stemmed from their fundamental nature.

Light could be viewed as a complete attribute in itself.

Its characteristics were so distinct that mixing with other attributes proved challenging from the start.

Moreover, the noble nature of Light made it resistant to naturally combining with fluid and ever-changing attributes like Water.

This conflicting nature resembled magnets pushing against each other.

When one reaches a higher realm and can manipulate Magic Power streams, forcibly intertwining them might become possible, but theory needed to support the research regardless, so such shortcuts weren’t necessary.

However, being able to explain these Magic Power flows in detail while directly observing them was promising.

Subsequently, Leon observed the flow of Magic Power streams while combining the Light Attribute with the Fire Attribute, which had already proven successful.

The two shared similar attributes.Following Arpina’s theory, by moderating each attribute’s properties and combining them, they could complement each other in mutually beneficial areas.

Arpina’s research focused on harmoniously merging the two by limiting their power, requiring her to find the precise point where they combined while moderating their strength.

Naturally, such attempts could result in major explosions if the attribute’s power deviated slightly, but while Leon manifested the Brilliance of Creation, he could anticipate such signs beforehand.This allowed for endless experimentation with minimal risk.

Leon explained to Arpina the results he had obtained from his independent experiments.

Of course, he omitted detailed explanations about the Brilliance of Creation.Arpina was someone who knew when to maintain discretion.

Arpina’s eyes lit up as she listened to the explanation.

“If we can precisely control the magnitude of power and observe it directly... quantification should be possible.”

By viewing Magic flow as numerical values and calculating that flow as specific variables, it became possible to measure and adjust each attribute’s power.

As Leon conducted experiments with Arpina throughout the night, his attention was drawn by a knock at the laboratory door.

“Come in.”

Arpina spoke in a weary voice, clearly tired.

A General Disciple who managed the research building opened the door and entered.He delivered his message with visible tension.

“Visitors from the Imperial Council have arrived.”“Ah, was today when they were scheduled to come?”

Arpina responded casually as she stood and addressed Leon.

“The council must have dispatched mages to investigate the recent events in the Valley of Souls.”

The General Disciple, listening to this, glanced at Leon before approaching Arpina, whispering softly in her ear.Arpina’s eyes widened.

“What? That person came personally?”

Leon knew it was unusual to see Arpina react with such surprise.Such an extreme reaction must have a significant cause.

Leon rose slowly as well.

“What’s happening?”“Um... perhaps you should remain here...”

She spoke in a notably serious tone, then after brief consideration, changed her mind.

“No, it’s fine if you come...”“Please explain the situation first.”

Leon’s expression hardened at her flustered demeanor.Arpina sighed and said.

“It appears a Transcendence Mage has accompanied the investigation team as its leader.”“A Transcendence... Mage...?”

This revelation surprised even Leon.

One of only 20 Transcendence Mages in the Empire had suddenly appeared.The Realm of Transcendence existed at such an elevated level that it defied comprehension with Leon’s current abilities.

“They must have come personally due to the Blood Mage connection.”“...I’ll wait here.”

Though Leon hadn’t committed any wrongdoing, a Transcendence Mage would surely perceive his Power and Realm instantly.

He hesitated to approach rashly, uncertain of their potential reaction.

“No, it’s someone I know, so there’s no need for concern...”

Just as Arpina attempted to reassure Leon in a steady voice.

“Arpina.”

A deep voice resonated from outside the laboratory.

Arpina and Leon’s gazes simultaneously turned toward the door.

“Why haven’t you come out when called?”

In the doorway stood a large man with neatly slicked-back red hair.Though his face showed signs of approaching his elderly years, the sharp aura emanating from his brown eyes remained undiminished.

As his gaze fell upon Leon, Leon felt his heart sink.

“Hmm?”

With that brief sound, Leon’s consciousness rapidly blurred.

In an instant, his awareness became distant.

As if being pulled into an endless abyss, his vision faded until he found himself standing alone before an eye as vast as an enormous sun.

That eye remained motionless, simply staring at Leon.The moment that gaze touched him, Leon froze, unable to draw breath.

He felt overwhelming pressure, as if being observed while resting on someone’s palm.

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“...!”

Leon channeled all his strength into resisting the strange sensation of his mind going blank.

However, that moment, which seemed eternal, ended abruptly and anticlimactically.

When Leon opened his eyes again, he was back in Arpina’s laboratory.

“Huff...!”

Leon unconsciously released a rough exhale.

The sound that escaped his lips echoed through the room.

“An interesting fellow.”