Chapter 83: The Battle of the Mages (3)

Chapter 83: The Battle of the Mages (3)

That's why I'm telling you. Don't you know, Master?

There's no guarantee that regaining memory will turn Alpheas back to his former self. Just because one lives the same life twice doesn't mean they end up at the same destination.

No. My judgment is always right. No matter how I change, I am still me. This is your last chance. Cast the Photonization Magic.

Thadd sighed and nodded. He now had no choice but to hope that Alpheass true personality would reemerge.

Alright. Please, take a seat over here.

Thadd fetched a chair from the corner and seated Alpheas.

I'll begin. I'll cast Photonization Magic, but from there on, it's up to you, Master.

Ha! You think you're capable of worrying about me? Stop with the needless worries and just do it. Once I regain my memory, I'll give you a good telling-off.

Thadd cast the spell with a fervent wish. As light permeated the Abyss Nova, a wave of drowsiness hit. Alpheas slowly closed his eyes and delved into thought. Time, halted at 18, began to flow again.

Buried in the bushes, Canis was unable to move a finger while the shockwave spread across his abdomen.

After realizing Arin's talent in mental magic, he had intensively trained in dark physical magic.

Absorbing force was also a form of physical power, and thus the shock absorption of his Dark Skin was quite high. Even an adult swinging a hammer was no more than childs play before Dark Skin.

But the power of the Photon Canon that hit him unexpectedly surpassed all expectations. More importantly, it was impossible to analyze how light could contain physical force.

Kiki, got hit hard, Canis.

A husky voice tingled his ear. There was no one else in the mountains besides Canis, but the voice was real.

Harvey... What hit me?

No idea. But from what I feel, it's mass. A mass flying at tremendous speed hit your abdomen.

Mass? Light has no mass.

Canis knew about Photonization theory, a basic for any combat mage studying opposing attributes.

Of course, light has no mass. But it has energy.

In reality, moving photons have a minuscule amount of mass, known as relativistic mass, with solar wind being a typical example.

But that's just a mathematical reduction. It's like feeling a hit from a stick in a strong wind.

That makes sense. But it's theoretically possible. So, it's not entirely impossible.

No, something's missing. To generate such power, something connecting mass and energy is needed. But such a thing doesn't exist in this world.

The voice, Harvey, spoke blandly.

He must have found it then.

Canis didn't respond. Though he and Harvey were distinct entities, they shared thoughts. Sensing Canis's annoyance, Harvey reluctantly agreed.

He's remarkable. A unique talent. Even the magic academy had such a prodigy.

Content at last, Canis stood up. Accurately gauging an opponent's strength was the first step to victory. For the first time, he had met a worthy adversary. His body seemed to warm up.

Can we win, Harvey?

Kiki. Canis, if that's what you want...

The eerie voice melted into the darkness.

Just when everyone thought it was over, a shadow rose from beneath Caniss feet. It was elongated like a humans shadow and intercepted the Photon Cannon with hands and belly. The photons, caught between palms, were absorbed with a bang into the shadow.

A flustered Shirone landed on the ground. The shadow had destroyed the Photon Cannon. It meant darkness had overwhelmed light.

Kiki, what a grand entrance. How was I?

How can that be? Darkness swallowing light

Nade couldn't believe it. No matter how strong dark power was, it couldnt suppress light. Imagine lighting a torch, but the surroundings don't brighten at all.

The creature connected to Caniss shadow moved unhindered, even under the lit magic. It had a small head, but large shoulders and chest. Its waist was thin like a leopard's, arms long like a monkey's, and its palms were wide like shields, with fingers thin and long like blades. The beautiful balance of its body was evidence of artificial creation.

Kik, I told you I'm nothing special, right? Hey, kid. The photons you shot were really tasty.

As the shadow spoke, Shirone was dumbfounded. Moreover, the fact it used the term 'photons' and not 'light' indicated it possessed intellectual abilities.

Canis introduced his shadow.

The essence of dark magic. The strongest magical creature, Harvest.

A magical creature?

The pinnacle of alchemy and magical engineering - magical biology. Seeing something only mentioned in books was truly bizarre. Moreover, it was an intellectual creature never introduced before.

Kiki! Hes totally out of it! Whys he acting like hes seeing a magical creature for the first time?

Harvest, boasting a rough sense of humor, chuckled and shrugged. A rash and peculiar monster? No, a being with supremely human yet transcendent qualities.

Harvest is immune to light. Plus, it's linked to my life. As long as I live, Harvest won't perish.

Thats right! We are two yet one! One yet two! Of course, Im better looking. Really! I look great, but theres no way to show you. Kekeke!

Despite Harvest's joking, Shirone had no time to care. If it was immune to light, even the only weakness of a dark magician was gone.

Can I... win?

So far, he hadn't received any outside help, nor was Alpheass location clear. The lives of hundreds were in the hands of those present.

Canis was pleased with Shirones dismay. Introducing Harvest after the lighting magic had a remarkable effect. It was also Harvest's strategy. The frivolous manner and tone were a perfect act. In reality, Harvest was an intellectual being, even more than Canis, having absorbed all of Arcanes knowledge. Even now, Harvest was continuously exchanging brainwave patterns with Canis.

- Canis. Lets go into the forest. We're at a disadvantage here.

- Think theyll follow easily?

- Theyre in a hurry, not us. Plus, Lucas is quite strong. If we can get him to move, our strength will increase.

- I dont like it. I dont want to rely on someone like him. I would have fought him if you hadnt stopped me.

- For you, Canis. Hes strong and not stupid. Considering the total amount of shame, youre losing. I cant let you get tangled in a futile emotional battle.

Lucas was another face of the villains who tormented Canis in Radum. The thought of having to rely on such a person made Canis seethe.

- Canis. Your heart rate has increased by 1.7 times. If your adrenaline level rises, your judgment gets clouded. If youre angry because of what I said, I apologize.

Harvests consideration calmed Caniss heart. With the cold and rational Harvest, he was confident he couldnt lose to anyone.

- No, Harvey. Sorry. Youre right. Lets start.

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