Ice Sword Mage Unites the World - The Boy, the world's most powerful magician, enrolls in the School of Magic

"Is that... the original magic..."

Me, Evie, Elisa and Clarice were watching the semifinals. Now that Amelia's game is over, the next game is Ariane vs. Albert, and he continues to stare at the whereabouts of that game in the same seat.

But... already, the victory and defeat were obvious.

This game is won by Ariane. Albert has certainly worked hard. But it didn't reach Ariane enough.

That must be the fight he understands best.

I know. Albert understands that defeat is a must anymore... but he never gives up.

The expression, the eyes, represented his indomitable will.

After that, when Huh Ariane smiled... she threw away her sword, wondering if it would be. Of course Albert doesn't miss that gap...... but he was defeated before Ariane activated the inherent magic Origin.

Arm strength that knocks the sword with bare hands and carries Albert, who is just focused on defense with one swing of his fist, away from the scene. And that's probably not serious yet.

Probably only one scale of true strength.

"Hey Ray... that one..."

"That's an inherent magic, Origin. It's also physically specific."

"Oh... right..."

Evi's voice was shaking slightly.

If you do see that sorcery, it would be natural to be overwhelmed. Ariane's limbs are dyed red and black, so much so that the cord is visualized running there. The phenomenon of visualization of the code in the visualization of the first material PrimaMateria, although rare, does exist.

But that's a phenomenon that can only happen to a limited number of magicians.

I didn't know you were getting to that at that young age...... I honestly have to take my hat off.

Ariane-Olgren. That confidence is never a vanity or anything like that. Because of that ability, she was acting so confident.

But Amelia... is she okay?

Does Amelia have the ability to stand up to her now?

If they ask me that... I can only say no.

No, I have the skill to just fight. I may be overwhelmed, but the winning muscle hasn't completely disappeared.

Besides, the inherent magic "Origin" consumes the primary material "Prima Materia" severely. Bring it into a protracted battle and you'll see a win.

Yes, I want to tell Amelia... should I say something to her now?

I know you're avoiding Sa. Isn't that why we should be so calm? That's what I think...... But am I really okay with that? Can I just leave Amelia alone for so long?

Such a grid arises.

But at that time, I never found the answer.

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The next day is the day off.

And tomorrow, the final begins at last. Finally, the end of this magic swordsman competition, Magicus Chevalier, is nearing. So far, the appearance is progressing without any problems.

But I don't even know when there will be an intervention by Reaper, the Grimreaper. You should be on guard.

……

Sleep in bed and look up at the ceiling.

As usual this morning, I did the seller's job. And the job was done today. Sales became unusual and the role was safely closed.

And then there's my job as a steering committee member in tomorrow's game and... Amelia's final game awaits.

Will Amelia be okay?

Today, I've been thinking about that all my life. Sometimes the job gets out of hand, so much so that Elisa and Clarice noticed it.

Amelia watched that game...... she may be beating and pulling Hishi.

I know. I understand her abilities on par with or more than Amelia. There is a way to open it. I have enough skill to fight.

But if that mind admits to losing, everything will be in vain.

Amelia... can you stand up to that overwhelming inherent magic, Origin?

If you're a friend, here's a voice... I think you should call. But this body didn't move. It's just, can I touch that heart... I was just lost.

"Amelia... you..."

As I thought about it that way, the morning was coming. Worrying about her. Not much...... I couldn't sleep.

But even if I don't sleep for a day or so, my performance won't go down.

Let's do the job as usual...... I thought so, and when I tried to open the door, there were three people there: Elisa, Clarice and Evie.

How could you do this on such a morning...

At the same time I find the look on everyone's face to be serious.

"Ray-kun... the..."

It was Elisa who opened her mouth.

"... what's wrong with you?

"The... Actually, yeah. Everybody's trying to get to Amelia... that's what I was thinking... after all, I thought Ray should do this..."

"... me?

Saying so, Clarice and Evi nodded quietly and opened their mouths.

"Ray, I know you're lost. Can I go to Amelia's, you've been thinking about it since yesterday, haven't you?

"Ray was rarely able to concentrate on his work. I noticed that, too."

Ah.

Right. Is that what happened?

Apparently, my friends were expecting me.

I'll have to admit this honestly.

Thus I expose my heart "Sara" as if it were an overflowing shizuku.

"... I still can't hide anything. Let's be honest... I was scared. Stepping into her mind. Amelia's been bothering me... I knew it. But I... I was wondering if I could step in. I was wondering if I could touch that heart or if I would break it... that's what I was thinking. I kept asking if my options were wrong... and I was running away. To face Amelia..."

Once we talked, this thought could be made into nature and words.

I can't always do anything on my own. I even got her help when I met my master.

And now, I'm asking my friend for help.

I would have even denied this act until now.

But now... I can speak naturally of my thoughts because I am in front of this trusted companion.

When I expose my thoughts like that, Elisa wraps my hands around me.

"Ray-kun... I'm sure. Ray-kun is the only one who can touch Amelia's heart right now. Even if we all go, Amelia will fix it again. And I can't, laugh, and go straight to the finals... but like Ray told us, if you say what you think... I think it will arrive. Amelia's waiting. I've been waiting for Ray-kun. We've been watching this all along and pretending not to see it, too, but if not now... I'm sure we won't make it. And the only thing I can do about it is... Ray!!

"Right. Elisa's right. Ray, you should go. It's okay, I'm sure Amelia will open her heart... that's what I believe..."

"... not my brother-in-law I could say much about... Ray. I knew you were worried, too. I'm in the same room. But I think this is the only place. Facing that Ariane-Olgren must be scary. But that's why you can help. I'm sure Amelia believes in Ray, just like you believe in us."

Oh. Right.

After all, my choice didn't seem wrong.

My words reach Amelia. No, let it arrive.

I was scared. Expose your mind and be denied.

But everyone believes me.

And Amelia wants it.

I'm sure it's about her. By now, in the corner of the room, I might be shrinking and crying all by myself.

I knew it.

To say that Amelia is the eldest daughter of the Rose family headed by three great nobles, while at the same time being just a fifteen-year-old girl.

Nothing special. Just like normal people, there's a weak side to her.

That's why you can lean on it.

There's something Amelia can do for me, just like she used to do for her master.

I have no more excuses for myself. I'm already waiting, it's over.

I can move on. This choice is not a mistake.

Everyone proved that to me.

So all you have to do... is help Amelia.

"Guys...... thanks. I'm coming. And I'll tell Amelia. My thoughts."

"Yeah...... Huh!

"Don't go!

"Ray...... good luck!

I ran out trying to get through between Elisa, Clarice and Evie.

Now I just want Amelia to get to her sooner rather than later... and I hope so... to get out of this dorm.

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"Amelia... you were here..."

"Duh... how could... this be...?

"I've known Amelia well since training."

"Oh, no. Because... because... I..."

I found it. I searched around a lot. In a place so crowded, it was difficult to follow only the traces of Amelia.

But I'm sure she's here...

Amelia doesn't run away. But inside, I'm sure you want to run.

If you look at that inherent magic "Origin" by Ariane, it's natural to be afraid. So Amelia came this far thinking that she would be mourning alone in this place.

And as I approach Amelia with her knees, I lower back again, too. Align your gaze with Amelia and hold that shivering hand...

"Amelia. I... I was scared..."

"Huh...?

My hands were shaking again.

I feel sorry for you. Even though I made up my mind to face it this way, my heart is still scared.

Facing people...... I think again that you are so scared.

But still... I tell you.

Because that's what I meant when I came here.

"I knew. No, it's not just me... you sent me out here, all of Elisa, Clarice and Evi... I knew Amelia was troubled and suffering..."

"Yes... yes... guys, I knew... ahaha. Um... disappointed? I can't believe the eldest daughter of the Rose family of the three nobles is like this, wow, you laugh...?

Amelia was crying as she was forced to make a smile.

No, that hasn't even made me smile. Just distorting my face, asking me how I look... staring at me. He says he's in tears, but he makes a halfway smile, and he's trying to fix it.

That looks too painful.

I try to tangle my fingers in her hand like that and when I grip it back again...... keep on saying more words.

"Amelia. I want you to talk. I want to know your heart... I want to touch you, to your heart. I don't want to run anymore. I don't want to regret it. So, be honest...... I want you to talk. I don't need to fix it, I don't need to wear a mask."

"Oh well. I knew Ray would find out. Oh, really, I can't help it..."

Then Amelia starts talking about potpourri, potpourri, and her past. Tell me what you've been thinking about living and how you got here.

"I am. I've just been, you know, wishing Amelia around me, playing... imagining and behaving like someone else thinks I am... to be worthy of the eldest daughter of the Rose family. It has always been. Compared to his surroundings, so did Senior Rebecca, especially with Ariane... who has always been compared. So, good luck, good luck, good luck, good luck, that's it. But haha... compared to Ray's past, there's really nothing I can do about this... right? Really trivial, compared to your miserable past I can't believe..."

Shut up, just look down and tell her so, Amelia.

Zero falling tears spread to the ground.

See how that goes, I spin more words.

"Amelia. It doesn't make sense to compare my past to mine. You think your suffering is lighter than it has been in my past... have you gotten easier?

"That, is..."

"That's right. That's not true. The pain, compared to someone... does not heal. I know, because that's what I've been through. A man's troubles, his suffering, are absolute. So there's no point in comparing them. Amelia has suffered all along. Wouldn't you......?

"Yes. Well, you're right. Ever. It's been hard... it's been painful. Why, until I think about this, I'm going to live. I've always thought..."

……

"I met everyone, I met Ray, and I thought I could grab something. If I can win this tournament, I'm sure I can be someone. Yes, I was thinking. Ha... In the end, you can't beat Ariane. No matter how long I've been... only a bird in a cage... hey, Ray. Why, why am I alive? Fake, play yourself, embody your ideals. Still doesn't reach her. It never arrives. Does this mean something to me in my life...? Hey, tell me, Ray... why am I... alive...?

Overlapping hands and hands.

No, it's me and Amelia's heart and heart that's laying on top of each other right now.

Amelia was still holding it in there. There has not been anything dramatic in the past. But Amelia's suffering has lasted for more than a decade. The bitterness is not relative. Only Amelia can know, it's absolute.

Beyond stepping in there, I... want to tell her what to tell her.

I'm sure I may not be able to put it into words well.

But still, I wanted to touch her heart... just like I had one day to do... that I could save someone.

I didn't just want to take my life, I wanted to choose that way of life, that I could save someone.

So just put this thought into words.

"Amelia. There's no point in living human beings."

"What do you mean..."

"... there's no point in us being human. Everything a person produces has a purpose first. Based on the desire of its purpose, man produced many things. But we exist before that purpose. Just as I had to go through that war, Amelia can't get out of the nobility frame either. Because there's no such thing as noble significance to us. There is no point in living. Even I don't know..."

"Oh, no. But then, I... What should I do...? How do you live when Ray doesn't even know, but it doesn't make sense...? Hey, why...?

I hugged him. I don't care about the outside world anymore. I just acted on my emotions. I just wanted to save her from despair.

I don't think so… there was no such thing as getting emotional so far.

That was because I was scared. What awaits you before you expose this emotion.

Because I think they're going to reject me.

But that was the same for Amelia. That's why I expose this emotion... only now.

Just put what you think into words.

And embrace Amelia's body as much as you can in your power... and spin more words.

"But Amelia. We, humans, can find meaning in living... There is no point in being born. I have not lived in any sense since the beginning. But we can find meaning. My life should make its own sense... so I want to look with you... and with everyone else. I'm weak, too. Humans are such creatures. There is no such thing as a perfect person. Everyone has a weak side. That's why we touch each other like this, overlapping our minds and minds. So, no? Looking for meaning together can be the meaning of your life...?

I've always wanted to tell you this.

This is how I wanted to tell her what I really think, not what someone owes me.

I was hoping to move on together.

He wants to lean on each other and move on. To put it that way was so difficult, so scary, I never thought it would take so long.

But once I decided to be ready, I could tell him naturally.

I remember that feeling, like my heart touching Amelia's heart.

And she stays silent for a while...... weeping and spinning her words again.

"Ugh... Ugh. Huh... okay, of...? Even if I'm here... by my side? Like this, but... weak, crying, even me, okay? By everyone, even by Ray... okay? You don't have to fake it anymore, you don't have to fake it, you don't have to fake it, you don't have to fake it, you don't have to fake it, you don't have to fake it, you don't have to fake it, you don't have to fake it, you don't have to fake it, you don't have to fake it.

"It would be obvious. You can stay. You can live. So let's live together. Let's find it. Me and Amelia, we're still on our way. So let's go. Together, move on. Let's live with all of us, in pain, in sorrow. Together, let's find out what it means to live. Let's live with that weakness as we all support each other. I want to go with you..."

"Yeah...... Huh! Yeah...... Huh! Whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa!

Amelia just cried, leaking a whimper.

And I cried once more from my right eye.

That's right.

We're all looking for it. What it means to live.

But alone, I'm sure, it breaks my heart.

That's why we touch each other. Ask for it. Something called someone else's heart.

And by exchanging words, we overlap our minds and our minds.

I don't know until I put it into words, like in my true heart. I guess that's why we put this overflowing thought into words and touch each other.

I guess that's how it grows.

Not only as a magician, but also as a human being.

Amelia, it's okay. By your side, I have a friend... and me. So let's look for meaning to live together and let's live. Let's keep going, let's move on together.

Beyond that...