Vince, who was also immersed in reading, looked at Theo. Vince knew how much Theo had concentrated in the past six days, but he couldnât help exclaiming with admiration. The book [Battle Song] was famous for its theory and vocabulary which was different from existing magic systems. There were a few phrases which were unclear, attesting to their foreign origin.
âBut taking less than a week to comprehend it⌠Theoâs comprehension is beyond my expectations!â
The cover of the book had become even more tattered during the last six days. In a situation where the understanding didnât reach 100%, calling it âcompleteâ might be offensive. However, it was difficult to understand any more of the bookâs contents without the author.
The differences in perception between the author and reader: the noise caused by the gaps between the eras and civilizations; the various interpretations of different expressions; and so forth⌠When such errors were reduced, Theoâs understanding was at 95%.
Vince already had nothing he could teach Theo about âBattle Song.â In fact, Theo might have a deeper understanding in some parts. It wasnât an exaggeration to say that skill in magic was different from comprehension.
For Theo to improve the magic as a 5th Circle magician, it was impossible. If it was that simple, then other magicians wouldâve already announced the improved magic. The current situation was one in which he could only have Gluttony eat the book.
âHooo⌠Then I shall start.â Theo took a deep breath and extended his hand.
This was the third time he would experience something like this.
The first time had been when Gluttony ate Alfred Bellontesâ [Ballistics Magic] and shared Alfredâs experience on the battlefield. The memory of shooting the Magic Bullet was still engraved vividly in his mind.
The second time had been when [Introduction to Elemental Magic] had been eaten and heâd met Myrdal. Myrdal had casually seen through Theo and called Mitra for Theo to make a contract with.
âWhat will happen this time?â
The previous two times had been âRareâ books, but the rank of this book was âTreasure.â It was likely that an unpredictable phenomenon would occur.
ââŚEat.â
-I have been waiting, User!
Theoâs left hand was held open, and the tongue emerged and found its prey. Gluttony paused for a moment like it was enjoying the taste of [Battle Song] before swallowing it. This was the moment when a book from the Zero Library would be permanently lost.
[âBattle Songâ has been consumed. Your understanding is very high.]
[The unique magic âBattle Songâ has been acquired.]
[An original book has been consumed. Checking synchro rate with Lee Yoonsung⌠It is judged to be at a very suitable level. Lee Yoonsung will interact with the user. Lee Yoonsung has accepted the spiritual connection.]
[Synchro is starting.]
His ears started ringing when he heard the familiar voice of the guide. As he felt the sense of confusion which came with his consciousness being separated forcibly, Theo collapsed silently onto the bed.
Vinceâs worried voice echoed as Theoâs consciousness was sucked away.
Theo fell into the infinite abyss of knowledge inside Gluttony.
***
WuuuongâŚ
As Theodore regained consciousness, a refreshing wind blew against his face. It wasnât a wind which could be felt on the plains. He knew from his past experiences playing in an old mountain valley.
This was a light wind which could be felt near a mountain peak. Theoâs lips moved by themselves as he understood this fact.
ââŚHow is it? Is this a good wind?â It was a voice Theo had never heard before.
Since he had already entered Alfredâs body, Theo quickly accepted the situation. He had been half confident when he lost consciousness while hearing the word âsynchro.â Then the owner of this body must be the magician, Lee Yoonsung, who wrote [Battle Song].
âBy the way, who was he talking to just now?â
âYou, the person who is in my body right now.â
âHeok!â Theodore jolted with a surprised expression as he was spoken to.
Whether he believed it or not, the man was standing and pointing his finger in one direction. Theodoreâs gaze followed that finger. Then in the distance, a wooden building which looked like a large mansion came into his view. Even though he was looking down from a mountain peak, the structure was clearly visible.
âI was born into the Fairy Dance Lee family which protects the Baekun Mountains. If this were in the western countries, it would be similar to being the successor of a family of knights.â
âWestern countries? Perhaps an Eastern person?â
âYes, it seems like this wasnât known after my death.â
âAn Eastern person!â Theodoreâs consciousness stirred for a moment.
There was a place to the southeast of the Meltor Kingdom and could only be reached by crossing the sea. It was a place where aura was more predominant than magic, so magicians were reborn as independent magicians.
âHow did an Eastern person come to Meltor and create his own magic like Battle Song?â It was natural for Theo to wonder about that.
âWell, just listen to me,â Lee Yoonsung said with a bitter smile. âI was born with a high status, but the path of my life was never straight. I was born with a body that was unable to use aura. As soon as this fact was revealed to my family, I was removed from the family register and driven to the peaks.â
Lee Yoonsungâs voice was calm as he looked back through the memories of his life. There was a shabby hut that looked like it was on the verge of collapsing, and images of eating food left by a servant passed through Theodoreâs mind. Lee Yoonsungâs memories flowed naturally into Theo due to the influence of synchro.
âThat was my destiny, but I couldnât accept it.â
Fortunately, Lee Yoonsung had been an intelligent boy. After months of preparation, he had left the hut in the east and decided to turn his eyes toward magic.
At the age of 15, he had left the rugged mountain ranges to enter a magic kingdom. There were a few almost deadly experiences, but he had managed to cross the continent using jewels heâd stole from his family.
After several twists and turns, he had arrived at Meltor.
âFortunately, I met a good teacher. Thanks to him, I was able to start my research in a magic tower and developed a magic based on the secrets of my family that I remembered from my childhood. That is the âBattle Song.â I managed to complete it in 20 years.â
Not only had he crossed continents at the age of 15, Lee Yoonsung had finished his purpose in an unknown country. Despite having no talent, he had pioneered his own fate.
âBut that magic wasnât perfect. Since it was based on my family, I added in unnecessary things in order to fill that guilt. I will try to teach you the complete version of âBattle Songâ before you leave.â As Lee Yoonsung spoke, he took on a stance.
Simultaneously, the circles on his heart started burning. Akin to a waterwheel, magic power flowed out like streams of water and filled up the body. As the magic flowed in accordance to his heartbeat, the sound of the song, âBattle Song,â resonated in the body shared by the two people. It was a violent flow which was intense enough to cause his shoulders to shake.
âSince we are called the Fairy Dance clan, my familyâs martial art is close to a rhythmic dance. I recreated the aura flow through âBattle Songâ for me, who wasnât allowed to use it!â Lee Yoonsung spoke furiously while moving his body.
Then as the uncontrollable passion escaped, his gentle dance changed forms.
Kung! His feet were firm against the ground.
âA fearsome powerâŚ!â
As Lee Yoonsung firmly centered himself on the ground like a tortoise shell, he stretched out his fist. His fist was so powerful that the air exploded from a shock wave.
Peeng!
Lee Yoonsung unfolded his martial arts without any rest, not even caring if his clothes were blown away. Every time he did a dance move, the ground would shake and the air would explode. It was an outburst of violence which he couldnât imagine as a magician.
Magic born from martial arts, martial arts created with magicâŚ
Theo forgot his admiration and focused as much as possible on Lee Yoonsung knowing he would be a fool to let this once in a lifetime opportunity pass by. Whether or not Lee Yoonsung was conscious of this, he continued moving without any hesitation.
âLater on, I once returned to my family. I wanted to prove that I wasnât a worthless person they could ignore.â
Then he roared like a beast and kicked the air with his right foot.
Kwang!
The wind pressure caused by the kick blew the shabby hut away without a trace. His boiling passion moved the magic power even more, enhancing the power of the martial art. After a few more times, Lee Yoonsung stopped kicking the air. Despite making a mess around the hut, he wasnât out of breath at all.
His voice shook like a storm was occurring. ââŚMy father was still alive at that time. His face distorted as he said I sold myself for magic. This was despite the fact that I was better than any other person in the family.â
Nothing was left as his passion died down, and Lee Yoonsung was eventually murmuring in an empty voice. As his words came to an end, there was a sadness which hadnât been revealed before. This was the fragment of soul which had been left behind in the [Battle Song] book.
âThen I returned to the Meltor Kingdom and spent the rest of my life there. Perhaps I paid the price of abusing my body during the process of creating this magic.â
Creating new spells were a challenge, and numerous magicians had died in their attempts. A single failure with Battle Song would tear the muscles and cause the failure of oneâs internal organs. As a consequence, Lee Yoonsung was near death after the magic was completed.
He spoke in a voice which sounded lonelier than ever, âI didnât know I would get a successor in this way, but I donât intend to ask you for anything. In the end, I am just a fragment of the foolish Lee Yoonsung. Rather, I would like to thank you.â
âThank me⌠What does he mean by that?â
âIt was a dumb life where I couldnât leave anything behind. The magic I created wasnât complete, and my family didnât acknowledge me. I donât know how I died, but it wasnât a satisfying life,â he spoke to no one as he extended his hands into the empty space.
It was a strange posture where his palm was placed over the fist of his other hand. Theo didnât know it well, but it was the eastern etiquette called a fist and palm salute. This was Lee Yoonsungâs appreciation for Theodore Miller, who inherited the result of his foolishness.
At that moment, Lee Yoonsungâs world started to collapse.
âI hope this will help you a little bit in your life, Young Man.â
There was no time to respond to his gracious words as the world collapsed. Then as always, Gluttonyâs unkind function expelled Theoâs consciousness. As the appearance of Lee Yoonsung looking around the Baekun Mountains became distant, Theoâs third synchro experience came to an end.
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[The synchronization with Lee Yoonsung has ended.]
[The synchro rate is 92.8%, the experience is maintained.]
[The unique magic âBattle Songâ has been restored to its perfect state. Lee Yoonsungâs experience has turned into proficiency for that magic.]
[The suitability between Lee Yoonsung and the user Theodore Miller is quite high. Depending on the userâs body, some of Lee Yoonsungâs skills and abilities will be handed down. As the userâs physical abilities will increase significantly, a long period of sleep is required. In the meantime, Gluttony will also go to sleep.]
[At the present time, you will sleep for 30 hours and 12 minutes.]