Book 1 Chapter 272

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Apocalypse.

Since the beginning of magic's history.

The most powerful spell, boasting the greatest might.

Countless magic geniuses have appeared throughout the long history of magic.

However, I can confidently say that the reason why it is evaluated that no one among those geniuses has surpassed Luna Luminance, the progenitor of the nebula, is precisely because of Apocalypse.

And since the spell called Apocalypse was born.

The creator of the spell. No mage other than Luna could perfectly use Apocalypse.

"…That's what history tells us."

Leo muttered to himself.

Of course, the lineage of Apocalypse is still maintained in the current era.

Not only is it maintained, but it still holds the title of the most powerful spell.

However, it was never the original.

"Besides, the Star Magic used today is not the original itself."

Star Magic was originally Luna's unique magic system.

It was magic that utilized Luna's mana characteristics, similar to Leo's unique magic system, Bible.

The current Star Magic is the result of improving that magic system for a long time to suit the characteristics of the Elf race.

And Apocalypse…

"It was revived 3,000 years ago by Seirun, the Comet Mage."

One of the heroes of the Great Opening.

Seirun, the Comet Mage.

In Elf history, she was praised as the genius second only to Luna.

"Well, she is indeed a genius."

After the Age of Calamity ended.

Numerous sects were born among the Elves to learn Star Magic based on the grimoires left by Luna.

As a result, Star Magic became the unique magic of Elves, but it resulted in a complete lack of unity.

Each sect had different specialized attributes, and magic that could be learned differed from sect to sect.

And many Elves could not learn Star Magic itself.

It was in such a situation that Seirun, the Comet Mage, appeared.

Seirun re-established the magic left by Luna from scratch.

And what was completed was the Star Magic system that Elves are learning today.

And Seirun is recorded in history as the second mage to use Apocalypse after Luna.

"Well, actually, I'm the second one to use it."

The Star Magic that Leo uses.

It was not the system re-established by Seirun, but the original that Luna used.

Leo was using Luna's magic through his unique magic, Bible.

"Although the power of the magic is worlds apart from Luna's."

No matter how much Leo uses Luna's magic as it is, it's ultimately just imitation.

"The quality of mana. And capacity and output. In none of them can I even reach Luna's toes."

As a prime example, if Kyle in his prime used Apocalypse with a power comparable to Luna's, his mana would be depleted just from that.

However, Luna was so full of energy that she could use magic of that magnitude multiple times.

"That guy had immense capacity and output."

She wasn't a genius magus for nothing, having turned the tide of battles where the fate of the world was at stake multiple times when the situation was dire.

In any case, the current Leo was the only one who could use the original form of Apocalypse, which had practically disappeared after Luna.

At Leo's words, Rebet's face contorted.

"Student Runia, you didn't gain anything from the progenitor's world conquest, did you?"

"Officially, yes. It would cause a commotion if that fact were revealed."

At Leo's words, Rebet looked at Runia.

"Student Runia, what magic did you obtain as a conquest reward?"

"Um… well…"

"Apocalypse."

At Leo's answer, Rebet's eyes widened.

The ultimate magic that only chosen Elves can learn.

Apocalypse magic, the symbol of the Progenitor of the Nebula…!

"You mean you obtained it as a conquest reward in your first year…!"

One of the conditions of student council president Seirun.

It was whether or not one could use Apocalypse magic.

To users of Apocalypse, Elves bestowed the title of 'Successor of the Progenitor's Will.'

"That's absurd! The world of the progenitor you conquered was clearly the progenitor in her childhood! I heard it was before she completed Star Magic! There's no way the progenitor could have used Apocalypse magic back then…"

"Are you doubting Luna-nim's abilities right now?"

"…!"

At Leo's words, Rebet fell silent.

"Of course, back then, Luna was just starting to create the foundation of Star Magic. Naturally, Apocalypse wasn't completed yet."

Let alone completion, she probably hadn't even conceived of it.

Luna completed Apocalypse after joining the subjugation force.

"But how are you going to verify that?"

The detailed history of Luna is no longer readily available in this world's records.

Because of that, it's impossible to know precisely when she completed Apocalypse.

Therefore, Elves like Rebet are rendered speechless by this single sentence.

"Are you doubting Luna-nim's abilities right now?"

Rebet's body trembled.

"If… if that statement is true… then Runia El Lundia is… practically the direct successor to the progenitor!"

Even the Comet Mage couldn't use the original Apocalypse.

And no Elf had ever obtained Apocalypse as a conquest reward from Luna's world.

Rebet pointed at Runia.

"That's absurd! If you obtained the progenitor's magic as a conquest reward, why didn't you reveal it and why didn't you use it?"

"She didn't use it because she was unskilled. Luna-nim's magic is too powerful, and current Runia doesn't have enough mana to handle it."

Leo stood beside Runia.

"Are you going to continue to persecute Runia, who has inherited Luna-nim's will?"

At Leo's question, Rebet gritted his teeth.

"Student Runia. If you truly obtained Apocalypse… you must prove it!"

With those words, Rebet fled the scene.

Whether Runia learned Apocalypse or not is not immediately known.

However, if it were true, Runia's status in Elf society would far surpass Rebet's.

"It's not just surpassing…! My status could be ruined!"

Rebet glanced back.

"Leo Flov… You! You publicly embarrassed me in front of everyone! I won't forget this humiliation!"

After Rebet left, everyone's attention turned to Leo and Runia.

"Follow me."

Runia gritted her teeth, grabbed Leo's wrist, and ran.

Leo followed behind her.

After running for a long time, they arrived at a deserted place, and Runia perked up her ears, sensing the surrounding presence.

"There's no one around."

"Why did you tell such a lie! I didn't get any conquest rewards from Luna-nim's world! And you said you only got Polyom!"

Seeing Runia, whose face was flushed and yelling, Leo crossed his arms.

"It's true that I obtained Apocalypse as a conquest reward."

"What?"

Seeing the flustered Runia, Leo opened his palm.

A complex magic array appeared above it.

Runia stared at the magic array, lost in thought.

The magic array was so beautiful that it could be considered a work of art in itself.

Numerous mana circuits drew beautiful lines.

And within the beauty, a formidable destructive power lay dormant.

"This is…"

"Yes, the original formation of Apocalypse, left by Luna, the Progenitor of the Nebula."

Runia swallowed dryly.

"Then Leo, can you… use Apocalypse magic?"

If so, Leo would have achieved what even the Comet Mage, who was considered Luna's successor, could not.

At Runia's question, Leo chuckled.

"No, I can't use it."

"What?"

"Although I obtained Apocalypse magic as a conquest reward, my current mana output is far too insufficient."

Apocalypse itself is a magic that falls under great magic in terms of scale.

High mana output is required to use this magic properly.

"My physical specs are still far from my previous life."

"However, if you learn it, you can use it sufficiently."

Runia's mana output is high.

At Leo's words, Runia flinched.

"You'll teach me? Apocalypse? But…"

Runia hesitated.

For an Elf, learning Apocalypse is an immense honor.

However, Runia could not answer rashly.

"Leo, it's your conquest reward. Is it okay for me to accept it?"

"I already said in front of all the school's students that you also received a conquest reward. If you don't accept it, I'll be in trouble. And…"

Leo looked at the formation of Apocalypse.

"Wouldn't Luna also wish for an Elf to inherit her magic?"

At Leo's words, Runia clenched her fists and took a deep breath.

"Alright. I'll learn it. But how?"

The pure formation of Apocalypse, like Luna's unique magic.

"I've thought of a way. I've re-established the formation. Of course, in its current state, it might be difficult for you to understand. This should help."

Leo took a book from his pocket and handed it to Runia.

The cover read [Introduction to Star Magic].

It was a paper published by Ren, which was considered a forbidden book by Seirun.

Leo himself was greatly inspired after reading this paper.

"I was able to re-establish the formation of Apocalypse."

It was a re-establishment of formation possible only for Leo, who had perfectly understood Luna's Star Magic and Bible.

Based on this, Leo was able to reconstruct Luna's magic to suit Runia.

"First, memorize this perfectly."

Runia, who received the grimoire with shining eyes at Leo's words, twinkled her eyes.

"Next?"

"We need to tutor."

"Tutoring? When?"

"At night. Can you sneak out?"

"Yes. My roommate is Eiran, so it's possible."

"That's good. For the next two weeks, you might have trouble sleeping at night."

"Understood."

"And tonight, when you come, bring Eiran with you."

"Why Eiran?"

"I have something to give him."

At those words, Runia nodded.

And said in a slightly excited voice,

"To be able to learn the progenitor's magic."

For an Elf, is there a greater honor than this?

Leo smiled, watching Runia tremble.

"You should learn quickly. You're one step behind."

"Behind? Behind whom? You?"

"No. Behind Ar Tun."

At Leo's words, Runia returned to her usual demeanor.

"I admit that the 2nd-year representative of Azonia is amazing. But I don't think she's ahead of me at all."

"No, she is ahead."

Leo chuckled.

"Ar has already inherited the abilities of [Hero] Arion."

"What?"

"He can transform whenever he wants."

Runia's eyes widened.

Constant transformation.

The ability that was Arion's symbol.

Runia, who never thought Ar had acquired that ability, clenched her fists.

"Indeed, the competitor… isn't just Leo."

Runia's eyes burned fiercely.

"It seems like good stimulation."

Leo chuckled.

"I think I need to tutor that foolish cat as well."

Leo looked down at his hands.

As one who inherited the power of his companions.

Leo had a duty to pass on his companions' abilities to future generations.

"If Luna saw Runia, she would have definitely tried to take her as a disciple."

Runia, who had burning competitiveness towards Ar, looked at Leo.

Then she said,

"What's with that expression?"

"What expression?"

"A perverted expression like a middle-aged man looking at energetic teenagers?"

"…You truly are suited to be Luna's successor. I think you really resemble Luna."

"Oh, thank you for the compliment!"

Runia said, genuinely pleased.

Leo said, watching her,

"It wasn't a compliment, it was an insult."

"Why is resembling Luna-nim an insult! You're insulting Luna-nim right now!"

Pushing away Runia, who glared and lunged at him, Leo sighed.

"Why is her personality so similar?"