Return of the Class 8 Mage
85. 5 red dragon breaths (1)

Chapter 85. Five Breaths of the Red Dragon (1)

“Gadisku. Where Are You?”

“Yeah, I just need to take care of something.”

It was Hailey's daughter, who had returned to the palace.

The servant girls appointed for the princess asked.

“We are worried because you are so late!”

“No worries, but surprised?”

“As far as concerns .... little?”

There were times in the past, where the princess went out to see the city without the palace people's knowledge, but it was the first time the princess returned so late. Of course, no one is worried. The servant girls who were close to the princess were like good old friends, and they also knew that the princess was also a witch.

“Sena, Aria, Catherine.”

“Iya?”

The servant girls looked surprised by the sudden call of their names. The princess often called them by their names, but there seemed to be an extra burden in her tone, this time.

“Sorry.”

“What, about what, Mistress?”

“About everything.”

It was accompanied by an apology coming out of the blue moon.

Did something really happen?

There was worry in the eyes of the servant girls.

“I mean, there's no need to look at me like that. I just wanted to apologize to all of you. You always get swept up in things because of me? And worry about Ivory Tower surveillance.”

The princess had never felt at ease even for a day since she made the childish decision to hide the fact that she was a witch. It wasn't because of his own safety that he was worried about. Rather, it was for the safety of his close acquaintances like the servant girl he was with, at this moment. His actions complied with Ian's request today as well for the same reason.

“I'm sorry. For all of you. Yours sincerely.”

He was very surprised by Ian's sudden arrival, a while ago. Besides, he even asked for his help. It was the same Ian, who coldly told him that the palace did not need a princess, and gave him liberating advice by telling him to live by doing what he wanted to do. It was Ian, who asked for help. From his point of view, it was a trade. Responding to a favor, being asked for, is also a condition of future obligatory deeds. It's not too hard to do either.

‘He has thought to make a request, again ...’.

Since the opportunity came, he thought of making a request. To forgive the transgressions of countless people who helped hide the fact that she was a witch.

But, he has changed his mind. He was careful to approach Ian as he had shown unwavering determination and confidence during the black magic audit. So instead, he asked her to become his teacher.

‘Will be safer to make it co-conspirator.’

Ian would become a teacher and teach witchcraft illegally, thus becoming a co-conspirator. That was the decision the princess made as a safety net. He also wanted to learn magic from Ian at the same time.

The desire to become a stronger magician, then rise to a stronger position, had appeared. Of course, it was not just for fame and honor to himself.

‘For the things I have done.’

After the day she received Ian's advice, Hailey couldn't even sleep thinking about what to do. Should I really go into the world? Or forget everything and live happily as a princess? No, what he had to do was already decided.

‘I have to take responsibility. No matter what.

Even if Ian closed his eyes, would he be able to hide it all his life? The opportunity to be found is always there. Is that all? By the time it is found, it is not he who will be harmed. Everyone who had helped him keep the secret would be a harmed target.

‘But, if I want to ascend to a high-level witch. What if I rise beyond that level by chance..’.

Isn't that possible on my own accord? To make those who have fulfilled the request of the princess grumpy, innocent of the only sin committed for not being able to refuse the request of a member of the royal family.

‘All it takes is to reach one more level. Just one more level.’

That was the reason for choosing to become Ian's student.

That's the reason to continue the life of a witch.

It was a decision made to be responsible.

For the innocent people who helped him.

“What, why are you sorry, miss?”

“…..Huh?”

The servant girls responded when they heard the apology.

The expression said it wasn't a big deal at all.

“Instead, since everyone keeps a secret together, are you very kind to us? You may not realize it, but we are very relaxed. Also referred to as the princess faction, yes, we.”

“Fak, faction?”

The princess faction, it's impossible.

This was the first time Hailey had heard of it.

Especially, when he had never formed a faction.

“Well, you might not know? Although we may look only ...”

“We are the real power behind the palace of the princess.”

“The butler girl cannot ignore us.”

Responding to the lively responses of the three servant girls.

“Real power, real ...”

The princess who did not know was muttering. In some way, the girls were rewarded with some sort of compensation for the burden of keeping secrets. Although not comparable to the weight of the burden, Hailey Greenriver was extremely appreciative, only with them showing such a lively expression.

“By the way, Mistress. Please see this.”

Catherine, one of the servant girls, took out a beautiful-looking chest.

Even from a glance, it was covered with ornaments and colorful patterns.

Click!

The inside is even more spectacular.

Many jewels and treasures lined up.

“This is a gift from the head of the Malone.” Family

“Family Malone? Gift?”

“She was the one who talked about marriage, this time.”

“Ah...”.

One of the real forces of the imperial city. It was Adam Malone, a handsome young man and the head of ‘The Malone’ family. He was also a noble who was strongly associated with the discussion of marriage with Hailey.

“Isn't this pretty? Master has good taste. ”

“Yes, it may be a choice made by one of their daughters or a servant girl.”

“Ah, so? Well, still it's pree-ee-tty.”

As the servant girls added their opinions one by one.

“I, I don't really like it.”

Hailey said as she closed her chest.

At least, he did not even want to talk or think about marriage.

“Still a lot to do.”

Right, he's got a lot of work to do.

But then that reason doesn't seem to be everything.

That is, the reason for feeling uncomfortable talking about marriage.

‘Why does it keep popping up in my head?’

Ian Page, the young tower lord of the Ivory Tower. His face and rough voice appeared in his mind. He was just a tool to protect the people around him, not even too handsome compared to the head of the Malone Family, and even 2 years younger than him. But then, why?

‘What, what I think.’

Hailey shook her head wildly.

Almost felt dizzy.

***

The reason was simple, Ian chose the princess as the auctioneer.

That's because she's known as a high ‘putri’ with nothing to do. Wouldn't he be the perfect cover to be able to infiltrate the lifestyle of the nobles, without invitation, and not arouse suspicion?

“There is also a weakness.”

Moreover, Ian even had a weakness on him, making him the perfect front for his goal. In addition, she was also 3rd class magician. He should be able to protect himself if there is a problem.

‘I think there will be a follow-up request.’

If there was one exception, it was the princess' request. He expected him to ask for the help he mentioned during the audit for black magic. That he would admit it, just so that the people around him were innocent. But that's not it. He asked to be accepted as an intern. Of course, the underlined scheme is obvious.

‘Still.’

It was more fun, and unexpected.

The princess' actions were much more thought out than expected.

He felt his willingness to admit his mistakes, and even tried to take responsibility. It was a demonstration of proactive behavior, unlike birds that died in cages in previous lives.

(What does he want to do with me?)

That was.

A voice rang out that cut through Ian's mind.

It was Evantus, the red dragon.

He's been waiting for a while.

‘The main topic’ that Ian should have talked about.

“Ah, I'm sorry. I was just thinking.”

Ian organized his thoughts, conveying his apology first.

He put his thoughts on the princess on the back burner.

Instead, he brought out things that he had to take care of.

“First, there are some questions I want to ask. Dragon order. ”

First, it's all about the dragon order.

“Can the order be made by you, Sir, Evantus?”

(Absolutely.)

Auburn Parker was a highly influential aristocrat among the nobles of the imperial city. I assumed the order size would be significant, being able to use a noble person as a subordinate. Is that true?”

(That's true too)

The response of Evantus, the dragon, was brief. Although the answers were influenced by family strength, the uncooperative attitude persisted. Unlike the Elf Queen who resigned, and the obedient Spartoi, she did not seem resigned or accepting.

‘How can ordinary humans be the basis of their strength?’

To the fairy queen, that meant resigning.

For Spartoi, it was an acknowledging attitude.

And the dragonians don't accept.

Their individual characteristics are visible.

Well, let them.

Ian didn't pay much attention.

Dragonian replied half-heartedly?

All I need to do is ask specific, detailed questions.

“Very good. I will keep my questions regarding specific organizations and order sizes for later, and will ask other questions. What is the specific end goal? The final destination of the order, I mean. ”

(This is to find them.)

“Specially.”

(.... 90 percent of the world is claimed by you, man, right? We only want to use you because you are everywhere. To find the traces that led to their existence, it was.)

“That may be the goal of the dragons, but not for nobles like Auburn Parker?”

(Of course, we have sown a number of delusions within the ruling class.)

“Delusions?”

(Like a puppet emperor who can be manipulated with pennies, national religion and absolute protection, using the powerful tools and magic I have. I have guaranteed the aspect they want.)

Simply put, being ‘true strength’.

The greed of the nobles has been in.

Ian must have anticipated it.

As a result, it is becoming harder to find out.

Orders of this size.

Order with a clear purpose.

Why were they in a previous life?

Time to find out the truth.

But he couldn't ask directly.

The only way is to compare the difference between the present and past lives.

“When did you first start the order?”

(It has been since dozens of times that life has passed for you, but not long ago it operated with a little greed of your human kind.)

“There is a reason to start the operation in earnest?”

(A goal was found.)

“Destination?”

(My children.)

Evantus, the dragon, looked at his children.

(My kids should be given time from them. That's the only way to enjoy the age they were born with. I've accepted it for a long time, but my kids can't.)

It is said that the descendants of Evantus were born after the disappearance of the dragon. It might be impossible to receive ‘izin time’ even if they want it.

(We, the dragons, are their bloodline, but at the same time, we are also illegitimate. It was an indication that we were mixed descendants with a low race. If they do not want us, we will be annihilated at any time.that is my race, my descendants and I.)

Evantus' response became long.

It's different from up to now.

There was even an overwhelming aura of sadness.

(My children, there's not much left.)

The statement that there is not much left.

This may refer to age.

Age of two descendants.

“To be exact, how long time do they have?”

(Most likely, under a hundred years old.)

“….”

The rest of the short life time is one hundred years.

It was not something Ian could never sympathize with.

(More than a hundred years are left.).

(That's….. Really am….. The problem.).

The response of the fairy queen and Spartoi was different.

They are filled with empathy.

‘Outstanding.’

For some people, living twice the life will not even reach a hundred years. Ian felt the joys and sorrows of being part of a race with a short lifespan.

(I have to find it, just for the reason my kids take the time. Commands are tools to find them, no more, no less.)

When he heard that far.

Ian could assume.

The reason the order remained underground.

“What if you find a dragon and reach your destination, that is, if your child's time is extended by given time permission?”

He also wanted to verify.

Through the answer of Evantus.

“What will happen with order?”

(This is not my concern.)

It was a very clear and irresponsible answer.

But it comes out of true sincerity.

And it turns out that it is the truth.

‘The dragonian in his previous life has reached his destination.’

Then everything becomes natural. The order of the dragons would be ignored, and the sequence would naturally collapse as the focus had disappeared. That's the most likely assumption at this point.

“Hm.”

The situation is somewhat understood.

Also what is the identity of the dragon order.

And even goals and what will happen in the future.

What remains now is disposal.

“Government.”

Ian spoke after finishing his thoughts.

His companion is Evantus, the dragon.

“Continue growing.”

(... Continue?)

Evantus asked as if it was unexpected. Isn't Ian Page, the human wizard, known as the hero as the ruler of the Ivory Tower tower of the Green River Empire? He thought he wanted the order disbanded, or he would dismantle it himself. It was because they were impolite powers from the imperial point of view. Why do you suggest we continue to grow?

“One stop. Continue.”

(Not disperse, but grow?)

“Iya. Also continue the work to find the dragon as well.”

Ian's calculations are fast.

In the end, Evantus was the owner.

He is the entity in which the power of the family will be achieved.

What does this mean?

‘In fact, he is now like being in the palm of my hand.’

The order of the dragon, the power it possessed was much greater than expected. That command will reach Ian's palm. Why would he disperse such a power that could be so useful?

‘Royal family, Ivory Tower, imperial city nobility.’

Three power points that make up the DPR building.

That's what he can control.

The price was crowned as a pivot for the royal family.

For the Ivory Tower, by using force as the ruler of the tower.

Dragon order for the imperial city nobles.

‘Any redirection and useless scheme will be withheld.’

At least, Greenriverdium, the capital can be used as a completely safe area. The most perfect and safe place for Ian and his family.

“And next.”

He had ended the conversation about the order issue. There will be more questions ahead, but he has decided to move on. There's still a real purpose.

(Do you have more things to discuss?)

“Not really a discussion.”

Ian took out a small bottle of herbs from his pocket. The bottle was encapsulated with several layers of shield magic that were more difficult than many types of stones.

“This is it. Reasons to look for you, Evantus.”

(What is that?)

“This Elixir.”

(Eliksir?)

“It hasn't been made whole.”

Ian put the bottle on the forest ground.

Then he continued.

“Concidentally, is breathing a possibility?”

(This is one of the powers given to me.)

“I hope you will use breath on this bottle.”

(….. Breath?)

Evantus looks back and forth at the bottle and Ian. Then he chanted as if something had appeared in his mind.

(This is.).

“Do you know something?”

Actually, Ian was kind of expecting it. Think about it. Elixir needs dragon breath. How could he not know Elixir's identity.  

(….. I don't know very well either. However, I remember them, sometimes making such requests. They asked to heat by breathing into a bowl, which contained liquid. The reason was that the liquid was unable to hold the dragon's breath.)

Does that mean Elixir was drunk by a dragon?

Ian's heart was pounding bit by bit.

It couldn't possibly be an ordinary Elixir.

“Please do exactly the same as you have done before. I'll help you if this can be made whole as requested. ”

(What help?)

“Finding dragons.”

(….. Are you sincere?)

“Ya, right.”

Ian's voice and his sparkling eyes did not tremble. Although it was an unbelievable human being, based on the strength of the family, rejection was also impossible.

(That's. I'll trust you, for now.)

At the same time, a deep red spark shot out from Evantus' throat, from within. The breath does not cause fire on the surface or on the weeds around the target. It just heats up the bottle containing Elixir.

The spark itself would move according to Evantus' will, so if he ordered it not to stir up fire, then it would not happen. If ordered to never die, it will not happen. That is what is meant by ‘bapas naga’.

(It should be sufficiently heated, now.)

Evantus stopped the sparks as he remembered in the past, and his feelings were accurate. The bottle that was filled with pink liquid now shows a bright red color. Not the outer surface, but from within the liquid itself.

‘Five breaths of dragons.’

Ian took the Elixir that had just been made whole.

Although it had been heated with breath, it was not hot.

Pangs!

When the specially designed lid is opened, it smells strong from the inside. The smell of magical power that no one could resist with which heart and which brain, that even a family would be shocked at?

“Let me drink it.”

It is impossible to control himself.

Ian's own reasoning, instincts, and knowledge.

They all become one.

Drink this flaming liquid.

There will never be regrets.

Gulp down!

Ian took the Elixir that was in that little bottle.

He brought five dragon breaths to his mouth.

Then he immediately swallowed it down his throat.

A strange liquid that burned in the fire.

Later then.

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The flare!

The flames had engulfed Ian.

That's not a simple figure of speech.

With a strong fire and rising.

Ian's body has disappeared.