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The next morning, the sun shone brightly over the world, its golden rays illuminating everything despite the early hour. As usual, Raizel completed his morning routine and teleported to the academy. Upon entering the classroom, he found Aizis and Marco already seated.
Without a word, Raizel walked over and took his place beside Marco. Aizis and Marco continued their conversation, while Raizel remained silent, his usual calm demeanor undisturbed.
A few minutes later, the teacher entered and took her position at the front of the class. The students fell silent, focusing on her as she began her lecture.
"Dear students, I hope you're all doing well. Today, we'll be covering ice creation magicโone of the most vital magical disciplines. In battle, defensive spells are crucial, and creation magic provides exactly that. It comes in two forms: offensive and defensive. Offensive creation magic allows you to conjure weaponsโswords, spearsโor even freeze enemies with ice. Defensive creation magic, on the other hand, lets you erect barriers or construct entire fortresses. You might be surprised to learn that the entire realm of Zeldia wasn't built by hand; it was forged through magic. Due to repeated destruction, permanent structures are impossible here." The teacher spoke in a tone that was casual, yet carried a sense of respect.
She paused, then gestured toward the door.
"Now, allow me to introduce your instructor for ice creation magicโthe most powerful creation magic user in Zeldia. In fact, the very realm you stand in was shaped by his extraordinary power. Please welcome Mr. Relia." She asked with responsible tone.
A tall, middle-aged man with dark, mid-length hair strode into the room. His presence alone seemed to saturate the air with raw magical energy. Dressed in a regal dark coat and a crisp shirt, he carried an air of authority. Though his piercing gaze held a hint of intimidation, his lips curled into a gentle smile as he took his place beside the teacher.
"This is your creation magic instructorโMr. Aizes Relia," she announced.
"Mr. Aizes is renowned as the greatest creation magic user in the universe. His immense magic power and royal lineage enable him to perform large-scale spells effortlessly. Rumors claim he is both creator and ruler of the 7th World - a realm that remains shrouded in mystery to all others. For reasons unknown, a barrier prevents any entry," the teacher explained.
"I'll stop you there, Miss Teacher," Aizes interjected with a smile that carried both mystery and warning. The teacher instinctively stepped back, visibly shaken.
"Whether I'm the world's best teacher is irrelevant. What matters is my ability to instruct you properly. There are many powerful magic users, but few can effectively teach their juniors," Aizes continued, his voice projecting perfectly throughout the classroom.
"Now, as you know, creation magic varies by elemental affinity. Since I specialize in ice magic, I'll be teaching you ice-type creation magic."
Aizis suddenly spoke up, his voice dripping with sarcasm. "So you believe your lessons can make us ice magic specialists? I doubt they'll be sufficient to produce true experts."
"I wouldn't say confident," Aizes replied with a faint smile, "but I'll certainly do my utmost."
As Aizes scanned the room, he suddenly detected an overwhelming mana presence. While his own mana saturated the classroom, only Raizel, Marco, and Aizis remained unaffected due to their extraordinary power. But Raizel's mana was different - it formed its own distinct domain. The realization shocked Aizes.
''What is this monstrous mana level? I can scarcely believe my senses. How can anyone possess such insane magical power?'' Aizes thought, sweat beading on his forehead as he struggled to comprehend the phenomenon.
The teacher's panicked voice snapped him back. "Is something wrong, Mr. Aizes?"
"Yes... No, I'm fine," he replied, though clearly unsettled.
Never in this world - nor any other - have I encountered mana this terrifying. And his ability to conceal it is flawless. Without my detection eyes, I'd never have noticed. He absolutely cannot be from an inferior world like ours - it's inconceivable.
The class continued normally, though Aizes found himself constantly distracted by Raizel's presence. After lessons ended, the students dispersed, leaving Raizel, Aizis, and Marco conversing at the academy gates.ย
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"So this is how things stand," Aizis remarked.
"Pretty much as expected," Marco agreed.
"What's our next move?" Aizis asked, casually.
"We stick to the plan - leave this world. I'm surprised you haven't bolted already, Aizis," Marco teased.
"I'm no coward like you, idiot," Aizis shot back with a smirk.
"Indeed," Raizel added. "With time available, visiting the outer world presents our best opportunity."
"Any specific destination?" Aizis inquired.
"Mr. Aizes' home world," Raizel stated. "Its barrier prevents intrusion, but that's no longer an obstacle."
Marco frowned. "How do you plan to bypass it? I can't see any possible way."
"Of course not with that limited intellect of yours," Aizis jabbed.
"The solution is elementary," Raizel continued calmly. "The barrier detects mana presence. By reducing ours to absolute zero, we'll pass undetected. I've already deciphered its mechanics."
"So that's it," Marco mused. "If it works that way, why couldn't the higher elders penetrate it? They can control their mana."
"Because they lacked true understanding," Aizis explained. "Their manipulation has limits - they can't achieve perfect nullification like we can. Raizel solved what eluded them."
"Then let's proceed," Marco said eagerly.
The trio gathered as Raizel conjured a crimson magic circle. In a flash of light, they vanished, leaving only fading sparks behind.
The academy grounds fell silent. Then from the shadows emerged a figure wreathed in dark magic, his features completely obscured.
"So begins your journey, Edward Raizel, creation's heartless warrior," the stranger murmured with a faint smile before dissolving into violet-dark shadows.ย
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Meanwhile, the trio materialized on a vast frozen plain, the glacial expanse visible even from orbit. The absolute silence confirmed their arrival at the world's outermost edge.
"Precisely as calculated," Raizel observed. "The barrier's energy guided our trajectory."
Marco gazed in awe at the endless ice. "To glaciate an entire region... No wonder he's considered the premier ice magic user."
"The best in this world, perhaps," Aizis added cryptically.
"We've reached the periphery. Now to locate the central realm," Raizel stated.
Taking flight, they headed toward an overwhelming mana signature. Minutes later, they encountered not just a city, but an entire realm encircled by massive walls.ย
"There it is," Aizis announced.
"Strange," Marco noted. "I detect no other lifeforms in this world - just this single realm."
"It encompasses most of the planet," Aizis explained. "Aizes' kingdom stands alone - his pride likely prevents others from establishing territories here."
"He didn't seem that arrogant when we met," Marco countered.
Raizel interjected sharply, "Appearances deceive. Remember how he silenced the teacher? There's more beneath the surface."
A familiar voice suddenly rang out: "I knew it."
In a flash of light appeared Aizes Relia himself. "I expected you'd uncover the truth, but not this quickly."
A huge army of giants appeared along with him, a bit farther away. Their entire bodies were glowing with pure flames.
"So, he brought some guests along with him," Marco said with a minor smile, there was a sight of sarcasm in his smile.ย
"Let me take care of them," Marco added with a confident tone.ย
Marco flew toward them in a great speed, air around him started to scatter all around there.ย
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After Marco flew toward the dragons,Aizis and Raizel get back their attention toward Aizes.ย
"So, you are well aware already," Aizis replied.ย
"Aizes ignored Aizis and turned to Raizel, saying... "Of course. I'm pretty familiar with you, Edward Raizel, the heartless warrior of the world. The one who survives only for his master's orders and the one who dies only for his master's orders. The foolish weapon who doesn't have the will to do anything for himself. A weapon whose existence is solely for the world and creation. A pathetic piece of fool who is nothing more than useful tool to everyone. What can a fool like you even do?"ย
Raizel didn't reply. He didn't show any reaction to his words. It seemed like he didn't understand anything Aizes said nor he was trying to understand. Perhaps, he didn't have the emotion or anger to understand or react.ย
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"A weapon, you say? That's pretty hostile language you're using, Aizes Relia," Aizis replied, his eyes glowing slightly with hostility toward Aizes.ย
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"Oh yes. Because I know this tool don't have the emotion or anger to understand or react to my words. He is just a weapon who does whatever his master tells him to do. What can a foolish creature like him do to me? He won't even attack me. Hahahaha." Aizes said, criticizing Raizel with a sarcastic laugh.
"Since you're aware of him, you're aware of me as well, right? I exist right beside him, as always. And simply because of that, I do what he won't do. If you make fun of anyone, someone will stop you. Exactly like that, I will simply remove your foolish existence from the face of creation." Aizis replied.
"I don't think it's necessary to kill him here," Raizel's voice suddenly echoed. His voice was calm, as though nothing was bothering him. Aizes's words seemed to have no meaning to him, he was completely ignoring the conversation between Aizis and Aizes.ย
"Certainly, but I will do what he deserve right now," Aizis replied.ย
"What can foolish creatures like you even do to me? You're nothing but a bunch of failures. I will kill both of you here and now!" Aizes shouted loudly, His entire body was brimming with hostility and hatred toward them.ย
Suddenly, a huge bolt of lightning struck Aizes's entire body. The lightning bolt was so enormous that it covered the entire area, causing an incredible quake across the entire area.
Even though Aizes's soul was still intact, he lost his senses instantly.ย