Return of the Class 8 Mage
58. unexpected benefits (1)

(Don't be stupid. Only those born with the ability to read words can do so. You were born as a lowly human being. You can live a thousand lives and never be able to read the contents.)

The Fairy Queen stated this as fact.

His voice was full of confidence.

However, that's not entirely true.

'I read it before and travel back in time.'

There is a person, born as a human being, who is able to read it.

And that's not all. This man has known this language for many years.

Not a year, not ten years, but thirty years.

"I don't think I need to tell her that."

Ian evaluated the cost of the gem and pointed to it.

"I can tell you more about the book later, but I'd like to see it for myself before that. This is the jewel I mentioned earlier. I'll give you 70% of it. I think it's more than fair trade. ."

Will 70% of this gem be enough to satisfy him? With that amount, each fairy would be able to have one or two gems for themselves. Several generations of fairies will be able to enjoy this gem.

(Aaaah~...).

The Fairy Queen's eyes became fixated on a large pile of precious gems. Even though she was the Queen, she was still a fairy. He could not suppress his own desire for this gem.

(I-It's enough. I think that number will be fine.)

The Fairy Queen quickly tried to hide her flushed face.

He's spinning in the air.

He took out a small amount of mana as he did this.

"It will work too."

(You also know about this?)

The Queen was no longer the little elf that Ian could hold in her hands. She had turned into a woman who was the size of an average human. His pink wings have disappeared as well.

(Use this.)

The Fairy Queen who had become a woman, threw the sack towards Ian. It was a small black bag that looked similar to Ian's. This is the 'Inventory of Interdimensional.'

(This is the method of transportation you are asking. Put the jewels there.)

The Fairy Queen left Ian as she began to move the gems.

He put his finger on his temple.

He looked as if he was almost angry.

Her appearance was almost like an upset housewife.

"Hm"

By the time Ian finished moving the gems into the bag, the,

He looked as if he had made up his mind.

(I'll add another condition.)

"Conditions?"

(Books are here. Bring it to me and then I'll give you one of our eggs.)

"Don't you just change what you promised me?"

(Promise? Have I ever made such a promise with you? I told you that I would come here to see the jewels. You're just trying to get a better deal.)

The Fairy Queen's words were true. Of course, Ian did not plan to give up. How else could Ian continue his research?

"I refuse"

(I don't understand you. Man will never be able to read a single letter of the book. It will only accumulate dust until the day you die. There is no reason for you to reject my offer.)

"Can you read the book?"

(No, I can't either)

"Then why do you want it."

(I know a creature that can read a book.)

"Who is that? 'This 'creature."

Ian asked a difficult question.

The Fairy Queen replied with a direct answer.

(I can't tell you. Even if you ask me a thousand times, I will never be able to answer it.)

"What do you mean you won't be able to tell me even if you want to?"

(Once again, you're pretty sharp.)

This is a new fact for me. Ian had never heard of this in his life before.

"But I can't continue to force the topic."

"I still can't give you that book."

(Huh? What you say ..).

"If you want it, you can have it after I'm dead."

(That's impossible. I don't know what could have happened to the book at that time. This is completely different from sending a fairy back after you die.)

The Fairy Queen was even more stubborn than Ian could have predicted.

It seemed that he would not retreat without a good reason.

"You said the reason you wanted this book so badly, was because you knew the owner, but you couldn't tell me more than that."

(Isn't that reason enough to give me the book?)

"That's not enough. I know the owner, too."

(.......What's?)

"Dragon."

The word 'dragon' made him very surprised.

Her beautiful turquoise eyes were slightly shaky.

"The book, written in the language of the dragon."

(W-How are you....?)

"That's just a guess. Though, judging by your reaction, I'd say I'm right."

(You! How dare you ....!)

"I can't give the book to you unless you can give me a reason why you deserve it more than me."

Of course, there was a deeper meaning to Ian's words.

Ian tried to determine the relationship between the Fairy Queen and the Dragon.

(T-Wait a minute. I said wait!)

Ignoring Ian's hidden intentions, his request for a better reason made sense. Moreover, it was difficult for most people to know what Ian was really thinking.

(...I'll tell you a little more.)

"I'm listening."

Ian did his best to hide his smile from her.

But there were many ways for him to avoid answering honestly.

The Fairy Queen began to speak,

(As you say. This book belonged to a dragon and the writing in the book was the language they used. This was a noble language that only they could understand.)

"I already know all this. If you think you can fool me in some way, please stop."

(Do you think I'm stupid? Listen to the end!)

The Fairy Queen replied to Ian with scathing words.

(I come from the same family as the dragon. One day, after almost all traces of this dragon disappeared, we made our home in the remains of the dragon nest. It seems like eternity has passed since then, but I am sure that one day they will return.)

This was also the first time Ian had heard anything about this. In fact, he did expect it to a certain extent. If this Fairy Queen did indeed have this kind of relationship with these dragons, did she really think it was reason enough for Ian to give her the book? Of course not.

(The book belongs to the dragon clan. I'll return these books to where they came from, so stop buying time.)

The Fairy Queen sounded even more insistent now.

He clearly told Ian that he was done talking.

'That must be the real reason'

The Fairy Queen wanted to return the book to its original home.

Is the reason really straightforward?

If that was the case, Ian should have been able to speak more honestly with him.

"I'll reveal more to her."

Ian had decided it was time for him to reveal some of the information he had been hiding all along. The agreement between the two seemed to be more profitable than he had previously expected.

"I believe what you say."

(If you believe me, go and get the book now!)

Once again, he acted with disdain towards Ian. That's what's expected. She had been a fairy queen for almost a thousand years. However, a human was capable of stealing such a precious item. How much humiliation can fairies do?

<<<<

"Sorry, but I just need one more thing."

(Really, who do you think you are.!).

"There's something important I want to talk to you about."

(Huu, so. What'sthat?)

"Consider, hypothetically, there is a majestic and powerful being capable of reading this book. Between the Queen and this majestic being, who do you think deserves this book?"

Ian's question was unexpected.

The Fairy Queen became visibly annoyed.

(Well! What kind of question is that? The obvious choice was to give it to this powerful being.)

"Even if it's not a dragon?"

(How many times do I have to tell you?)

"Can't there be a creature capable of doing this that isn't a dragon?"

(If that was the case, it would have been part of their plan all along.)

Whatever their plans.

It was the first time Ian had actually shown such a big smile.

"I understand."

(What does that useless question mean? I'm starting to get upset with you. I thought you were actually smart enough, but it turns out you're just an ordinary human being.).

"I'll show you something interesting now."

(What?)

The Fairy Queen once again looked annoyed.

However, this look of irritation quickly turned into confusion.

"Atar"

No, he's more than confused.

He put his hand over his ear.

Fairy ears are a hundred times more sensitive than other races.

"God"

Atar Haka's

It was time to finish the magic song.

A fire!

A red flame erupted from Ian's hand.

The fire became stronger and its size increased.

"Uuh....."

...<<<<...

Ian's body started shaking.

It is the result of this magic that demands too much mana from it.

(A-What are you ...).

"You already know. Aren't you?"

Of course, he knows.

He is a member of the dragon family.

It's the same magic they're going to use.

Is there any reason for him not to know the 'Dragon Song Magic?'

(How can you ...).

"I'm curious."

(Omong empty. How could a human ever.....!)

The Fairy Queen was shocked.

How could Ian, an ordinary human, use this magic? He's not a dragon. If he were a dragon, he would know the first time they met. 'The 'Energy of the Clan' that was within him would be triggered.

(You must be a dragon.)

"I don't. I am nothing more than a human. The things you believe are right are wrong. Isn't this enough evidence to prove it?"

(......)

"The words in the book, I can read and say."

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The magic Ian used was something he learned from his ongoing studies. Types of Dragon Chants used by the Red Dragon Clan. It creates a flame that burns hotter than any other existing one. The only problem with this spell is that it consumes a lot of magic.

'The dragon's song never goes away.'

Moreover, this dragon chant was different from the language of the Golden Dragon Clan. Their language is different from the language in books. The language itself will not disappear after use.

"Of course, if the original owner of the book appears, I will return it. However, even you have to agree, that at this moment, I am the one who should hold it...."

(You must.)

The Fairy Queen was clearly impressed with Ian.

(I will no longer ask for the book. Until the day the true teacher returns, or you take your last breath, the book is yours.)

He suddenly calmed down.

Could he really change his mind?

"Thank you."

(Instead.).

The Fairy Queen wants more.

He wants to keep his promise.

KUGU!

A deafening explosion resounded throughout the room.

However, it was not just a deafening sound.

KUGUGUGG.........!

The heavy stones in the room began to move.

The cause is clear.

'There again?'

Ian knew that there was no other room under the basement of the Ivory Tower. However, a new path had appeared on the other side of the room. It was a huge passageway, but there were dozens of stone gates inside. Only after passing through gate after gate could Ian reach the end.

'Is it reacting to the dragon chant?'

That seems to be the most likely cause.

Nothing else could have caused this.

After all, this was the place where the book was.

'This is truly an unexpected gift.'

Of course, Ian didn't really know if this new piece would bring anything useful to him.

He just has a good feeling.

Whatever is at the end of this section.

It was something that would never hurt Ian......

".....?"

Right at the moment Ian decided to step towards this passage.

Kong! Kong!

A voice.

From deep inside the new section.

'Sprints?'

They're a little hard for footsteps.

But, it was obviously because of the pattern.

It was the sound of someone's footsteps. Not just that.

'It came quickly.'

Kong! Kong! Kong!

The sound of something big is getting closer.

It's not a human voice.

It's something much bigger than that.

(What's going on now?)

"I don't know."

Ian quickly readied his staff and the Fairy Queen returned to her original form. This form is much more suitable for combat.

Kong! Kong! Kong! Kong!

Immediately, the source of the voice was visible from the two people, rather, the two witches in the room. The huge creature rushed towards them in a passageway that was too small to accommodate its giant body.

Kong! Kong! Kong! Kong! Kong!

It looked as if his entire body was made up of bones.

The head of the creature is the skull of a lizard. Large and thick bones make up most of his body. It wore armor made of iron and carried a weapon that was three meters long.

"That's ......"

Even Ian, who had lived two lives, had never witnessed anything like this before. He had never even heard of any mention of a creature that matched this description. What could be this monster?

(Dragon is sick...?)

The Fairy Queen seemed to know the identity of this monster.

He even knows his exact name.

"Dragon? What kind of dragon is that?"

(They are like me. They come from the same family as dragons.)

"That's not the enemy?"

(Initially, it will happen, but ..).

The Fairy Queen cut out her words.

Now, he looked at the wrinkled eyes of the dragon.

There was nothing but darkness there.

The light that signified the soul of the creature could not be found anywhere.

(I don't think it sees anything as a friend anymore.)

Does it acknowledge his words?

The skeletal warrior swung his great weapon wildly.

It was just like the Fairy Queen said.