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It was a sword that only the chosen could wield, and a weapon with powerful power.

According to the setting, there are a total of seven demonic swords, and each demonic sword could have a specific attribute.

Five of them would have their owners appear or be confronted by those who proved their qualifications during the course of the story.

The main character has a magic sword before meeting Hanette, and after that, acquires two more magic swords.

‘I can’t use another magic sword.’

Shion experienced the flow of this world at least indirectly through novels.

Who would have a certain demonic sword, and it was impossible to even touch it without being qualified.

However, the owner of only one demonic sword was not fixed, and anyone could theoretically use it.

‘Dark Demon Sword Exceed Rain. This guy has nothing to cover.’

Acid Lane.

It was one of the seven demonic swords, and it was an armament with the attribute of darkness.

In terms of content, it was the last demonic sword to appear, and the protagonist encounters it while holding it in the demonic hand.

The hero cut off the beast’s hand and won, but Acid Rain did not give in and quickly disappeared.

After that, he went back and forth between humans and demons, causing accidents everywhere, and eventually being subdued by the main character and occasionally used in battle.

‘It’s a dangerous weapon. If you use it incorrectly, you may lose your life.’

Unlike other demonic swords, Acid Rain did not discriminate against the user, but the price was despicable and cruel.

In addition to stealing the user’s mana, he had to consume life force in order to draw out the full power.

In other words, if you use Acid Rain, your vitality and mana will one day run out, and eventually the user’s body will completely disappear.

‘Of course… there is a way to use it.’

In order to use acid lane permanently, certain conditions had to be met.

Ingesting red lymphatic machina with certain drugs, and drinking holy water produced by the white apostle.

The former gains immunity to mind control, while the latter gains immunity to magical erosion.

If the two immunities were contained in the body, the adverse effects of Acid Rain on the user could be completely blocked.

‘I don’t have any special talent, so I have no choice but to use acid rain to become stronger.’

Zion had already tested its qualities long ago and came to a conclusion.

As an extra, Shion Reggieard didn’t have any talent for martial arts or magic.

Even if they made an effort in this state, they could not quickly become stronger, and it would be difficult to establish their own foundation and territory.

That’s why I tried to use acid rain in an extreme and sure way.

‘Because it’s the most powerful among the demonic swords… I’m sure I can go above average.’

As much as the acid rain had considerable danger, its power was superior.

In detail, the ability inherent in it is special, and even the main character was only defeated one-sidedly.

If the main character hadn’t used the magic sword of light, he wouldn’t have been able to defeat Acid Rain.

‘The Magic Sword of Light, El Tesoicb…’

El Tesoicb.

It was one of the seven demonic swords and an armament that embodies the attribute of light.

It stood at the opposite end of Acid Rain, and was also a demonic sword with the lowest fighting ability.

However, unlike other magic swords, it possesses holy power, so it was able to effectively respond to demons and Exidrain.

‘It’s in the capital of the Alain Kingdom, but…’

El Thesoicb wasn’t hidden, and it wasn’t something the protagonist could have right away.

It’s just that no one knew what it was.

Perhaps, at this point, only Shion could recognize El Tesoicb.

‘Once I get the acid lane, I might be treated as an enemy.’

In fact, Acid Rain was a cursed weapon and a demonic sword imbued with hatred and despair.

Maybe that’s why, except for the main character, everyone who used acid rain in the original content died painfully.

Of course, if you use Acid Rain without any problems, you might be able to form an alliance with El Tesoicb.

‘I’ll have to explain how…’

El Tesoicb was basically hostile to Acid Rain, and its top priority was to annihilate it.

However, for a long time, it was unable to inflict fatal damage, and Acid Rain also tried to destroy Eltesoicb while keeping it in check.

They instinctively rejected each other because they didn’t match, but in reality, when the two demonic swords were used together, they were able to express their near-ultimate power.

‘It would be nice to use the two together… but it’s impossible right now.’

This content was the setting of the novel and recorded as a piece of history.

Long ago, for the first and last time, there was a human who handled both El Tesoicb and Acid Rain at the same time.

The human used the two demonic swords to annihilate the demons and dragons, and created a peace that seemed to never come.

However, the traces left by the devil became the 3rd demon king, and the bodies of the dragons were reborn as the 4th major disaster.

‘Even the main character couldn’t use both demonic swords together. So it doesn’t matter if I take it.’

Shion was thinking of taking the acid rain before the main character.

In the first place, the main character did not use acid rain well, and only carried it to prevent it from being passed on to others.

Besides, it was not a good choice to leave it alone because it wasted a considerable amount of time trying to capture Acid Rain.

In other words, if Shion secretly took out the acid rain, the main character would benefit as well.

‘The main character should think later. First, I have to convince El Tesoicv…’

“It’s all ground.”

“The drug is also ready.”

“… Ah, you did a good job.”

When Shion moves, the cooks quickly retreat and make room for them.

On the table, finely ground limpi machina and hot potion were placed side by side.

Now, simply mixing the two together and drinking it would grant immunity to mind control.

Shion looked down at the two bowls and then reached out his hand.

I poured all of the red limp machina into the drug.

Then, without hesitation, without mixing, drink it.

‘It feels like something is getting clearer.’

Shion drank the drug and didn’t move for a while.

The bitter and sweet taste lingered in my mouth and then passed down my throat.

My mind gets lighter and something vivid seems to spring up, but it returns to its original state within no time.

“how?”

Calz approached Shion, conscious of his surroundings.

Harnette followed suit and pushed her ear closer.

“Um… subtle.”

“The taste is subtle?”

“The feeling is also subtle.”

“No, so why did you eat this?”

“They say that eating like this clears the mind.”

“You paid a lot of money just for that one?”

“…Doesn’t that have to be enough to awaken magic?”

Not only Carlz, but even Hanette were taken aback by Shion’s answer.

Awakening one’s magical powers could only be achieved by being born with a certain level of talent.

If he really had qualities, he would have realized it long ago, but because it was the opposite, he had lived without magical powers until now.

“Uh… Does the head of the family know about this?”

“I haven’t told you yet. I want to tell you after the results are given.”

“Then you should have kept it a secret from me too!”

“Wouldn’t it be okay if my brother and sister knew? You’re not going to inform me secretly, are you?”

“… You’ve become a bit scared.”

Shion smiled and turned her gaze to Hanette.

Harnett nodded slowly, noticing the meaning of that gaze.

I brought them all the way here and showed them the whole process, so of course I should keep it a secret.

“My older brother is more afraid of me than I am. It must not have been easy to find herbs.”

“It’s me… All I have to do is walk around and talk to myself. It was nothing.”

“Sister Hanet also waited for me well. Have you been bored all this time?”

“It was kind of fun. I also met Mr. Caltz, so it’s not like there’s no income.”

“oh. I am honored, Miss Harnette.”

When Carlz responded politely, Hannette bowed her head with a smile.

Calz tilts his head as he gets the feeling that he doesn’t seem like an idiot for a moment.

‘Is Shion surprisingly… dealing well with women?’

“Brother, I will go first. I had to meet the head of the household.”

“Oh yeah. Miss Harnette, take a look.”

“See you later.”

Shion and Hanette got out of the kitchen.

Harnette walks side by side with Shion and glances cautiously.

‘It’s about awakening the magic, right? Wouldn’t that be good for stamina?’

* * *

The residence and office of the Marquis of Reggiard.

When the maid opened the door, Shion entered the office.

Fried, who was doing his work, immediately turned his head when he felt a presence.

Only after the lady-in-waiting leaves, Fried wakes up belatedly.

“… have a seat.”

“Yes.”

Fried first sat down on the top of the table, and Shion followed and took a seat next to him.

Freed opened his mouth again, conscious of the envelope in his bosom.

“Where is your betrothed?”

“They are waiting for me in the drawing room.”

“Aren’t you uncomfortable?”

“Yes. It may be that he is not expressing himself, but there was no sign of it.”

“I’m glad you did that. Wouldn’t you be putting up with it for the sake of saving face for you and me?”

Shion realized that those words were a compliment.

Most nobles still treated Hanette as a foolish young lady.

Since the foolish young lady was trying hard to suppress her true nature and waiting for her, she must have judged that she had improved a lot.

“Contrary to what the world is known for, he is a kind and gentle person. I hope that at least the head of the family will treat my fiancée well.”

Zion only tells the truth and shows condescension.

Harnette was naturally gentle and kind, and tried not to harm the innocent as much as possible.

Coincidentally, both families wanted him and Hanette to get along well, so if they matched that, he could have benefited a little bit.

Even if he didn’t take care of anything, at least he didn’t lose because he could raise his evaluation.

“… If you are, then it must be so. take it.”

Fried finally became convinced and took out an envelope from his chest.

Shion just stares at the envelope blankly with her mouth shut.

“What is this?”

“It is what you need.”

“May I open it?”

“Do whatever you like.”

Shion carefully reached out and brought the envelope.

Looking inside, the stiff banknotes were neatly placed.

It was a similar amount to the money he had received before leaving for the mansion of the Duke of Adelaira.

‘… I can buy holy water with this. If you want some left over, you should go to the auction house and get it.’