The Demon Queen's Disciple
Chapter 57 - Anxiety

Carmilla's explanation of the limits of her physical abilities, Lucius could only continue to be silent pondering over them.

Staring at the figure of the long silver-haired woman who was so charming, at the reflection of the mirror before her.

"I.... Want to not have to do it, right?" ask Lucius.

'Looking at your potential, if you want to reach even higher levels of course you have to do it. But because of the risk....'

The risk of a secret technique that has been forgotten, Awakening. A technique to remodel the body and reassemble it from scratch in order to have even higher potential.

Of course, the fact that he was going to come back was very weak. Like old times.

If Lucius had made too many enemies when it happened....

'Because that's what. Do it after awakening me.' Carmilla continued.

"Eh?" lucius asked in surprise.

Awakening Carmilla's body was the ultimate goal of her second struggle. Approaching the end of the two contracts to cooperate with each other.

"But, isn't that still long enough?" lucius said while frowning.

'Two months. Two more months is likely your body is strong enough to do so. Lucius, if there's a mistake in my words, it's calling you untalented. Seeing humans approaching the limit of their potential in less than a year, it was an incredible thing.

The movements of her thin, sweet lips, as well as her dazzling smile can be seen on the reflection of the mirror.

In general, hard-working humans can approach the limits of their potential after decades of practice.

This has been proven many times by Carmilla herself throughout her life. Observing various humans from childhood to near death.

Lucius's growth in strength completely passed his estimate....

It's not wrong anymore.

"Isn't that all thanks to your teaching, Carmilla. Possessing ancient knowledge, secret techniques, demonic training methods, as well as.." Lucius said as he placed his right hand on his chest.

"This ring on the heart." Lucius continued.

Stellastras. The actual magic ring was designed for the body of the Devil. Even so, many humans are trying to imitate it and make replicas of this technique. Put it on the outside of their body.

In all of history, no human has ever managed to put a magic ring on their heart.

It was not only because they did not have the physical strength to withstand the pain and pressure of the magic ring.

But also their fear of death.

Thas right. Dozens, even hundreds of great magicians at that time had tried it with imperfect techniques and magic formations, and were killed on the spot because they could not control Stellastra.

Therefore, humans install it outside the body.

'Perhaps, the effect of Stellastra on the human heart is much better than on the heart of the devil? Or do you actually have a hidden talent?' ask Carmilla to herself.

'Whatever it is, because no one else has it I can't be sure. Whatever it is, Lucius. You are quite talented, especially in honing your skills.' Carmilla replied at length with a warm and complimentary tone.

Talent.

Quite a word hated by Lucius. That one word is what causes injustice in this world.

Those who are born into noble families will be endowed with extraordinary talents from their parents. Those who come from ordinary people....

Can only keep crawling to survive.

"What's.... What do I need to raise you?" lucius asked, changing the subject.

'Oh, that's easy. Just a big Mana and my body, Carmilla replied happily.

"Huh? Your bodies? Didn't you say you lost your body and...."

'My heart. I have kept it well somewhere. Or rather, have a guard keep it when I die. You just need to get there, let me talk to that guard, then I will regain my majestic body!'

"Tu-wait a minute.... You make all this sound too easy to the point that I'm horrified. And also, did that guard not die after thousands of years?" lucius asked with a slightly trembling body.

'Just relax. He has drunk my blood and obtained immortality, in the sense that he will never age or starve. So everything is safe!'

Carmilla's wide smile that was seen on the mirror reflection due to Clairvoyance Eye, unconsciously made Lucius also smile.

Seeing the figure of his teacher who always helped him in those difficult times, now he was so close to his goal.

Only, there was one question that still stuck Lucius. That is what Carmilla will do after gaining her freedom....

............

From that day on, Lucius had actually opened his eyes to see a much larger scene.

Not just focused on himself. But Lucius began to see the world in a wider perspective.

Starting from emotions and what Carmilla thinks, the attitude of her classmates, her teacher, to professors in other classes.

In fact, Lucius also paid close attention to what was around the city of Arcanum.

Including the existence of the Holy Knights who still continued to move around here and there, questioning some people regarding the blue fire that even until this moment was still not extinguished.

Just like today. By the time Lucius was about to leave for the academy....

"Excuse me, student from Damacia Academy? Can we ask for a little time?" ask one of the Holy Knights who crossed paths with him.

Behind him, there was another Holy Knight. Pay attention to the surrounding environment to make sure nothing is missed.

"Yes? What's up?" ask Lucius to come back.

"Do you know anything about the blue flames in the forest? No matter how small it is, please tell us." the Holy Knight replied.

They are equipped with complete Mithril armor, also with beautiful white robes.

On the back of their robes, there was a golden symbol of light signifying they were from the Church of Light, the worshiper of the Goddess Lunaria.

'Lucius is bad. If the church arrives....'

"sorry. I know nothing about it, other than the rumor that there was a big fight there." Lucius replied while showing his identification.

Looking at the identification card on Lucius' right hand, the two Holy Knights who were before him immediately came to a realization.

"That's so.... Sorry to interrupt your time. Excuse me." reply the knight before leaving immediately. Intend to ask the same of others in this city.

'Lucius?' ask Carmilla. He was puzzled as to why Lucius had cut his words before they were finished.

"Just calm. I also know that dealing with the Church is not a good thing. Even if you're not in my body." Lucius replied in a soft voice.

With a calm demeanor, Lucius resumed his footsteps towards the academy.

Meanwhile....

"Why don't we ask him again? Looking at her clothes, she is a student at the academy right? The child must know something." asked the fellow from the Holy Knight as he continued walking.

"Forget it. He is a class F. There was no way a Class F student knew much about the fire other than the rumors he had heard." replied the Holy Knight who had just questioned Lucius.

"Well, it's worth it. It's not like you're leaving a prospective witness."

With a hand that continued to tightly grip the sword on his right shoulder, the Holy Knight again complained about this situation once again.

"Damn it.... The Guild Master and all the adventurers also testified that the fire came from that abnormal monster. But I don't know why.... I feel like they're lying."

"Hmm? Why?"

"It's just my feeling. If there are Heretics who have such great abilities...."

Heretics. The one who is labeled the Church and the kingdom as a heretic who deviates from the main teachings of the Church.

Their existence has always been hunted down and destroyed by the Church from behind the scenes. Without many people realizing it.

But the case this time....

"I heard that some of the townspeople began to come to the location of the blue fire and worship it. Saying that the Dark Era is coming soon." countered that fellow Holy Knight.

"Damn. This case is really complicated. Who is really behind all this? And what's the purpose?"

Both are unaware of two important things right now.

The first thing, was the fact that they had just missed the person responsible for the blue fire.

Then the second....

Regarding the existence of the mysterious man who lurks this city. Trying to find out who used that immortal blue fire magic.