The Once in a Century Genius Mage
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"The Thunder God's Armor. You can only use it to the full extent if you are the only one who have full control over the mana of the environment".
"But that is not the case on your battle yesterday and now. We're both using Mana Zone, what are you gonna do now"?
"So you know the weakness of this spell. I'll give you that".
"Up until now you've never taken me seriously. Don't make me a laughingstock"!
"Mana Zone: Flame Magic: Majestic Fire Stream"!
That's a huge spell. I can't match it with my current spells since I am limited to this level. I'll just dodge it.
As Shu dodged the spell, the spell also changed trajectory towards him.
What? It is following me?
"Huh, don't you think it's just a simple spell. I am controlling the direction of the spell".
It is possible to do that with Mana Zone but it will require excellent mana control for you to do this or else you will exhaust your own mana.
Well, now what is the case for Riku? First, I must dispersed this spell so that it stops following me.
"Lightning Creation Magic: Thunder Sword"!
"Do you think you can cancel the spell just by throwing a s***h on it"?
"I am already aware of that. That's why instead of throwing a s***h, I'll throw the sword".
Shu throwed his sword to nullify Riku's spell.
"Tsk. I can't believe you are still able to match me after all of this".
"The spells you hold are just child's play. If I were to go all out, not only I'll defeat you but you might die".
"He reminds me of her". Asahi said.
"It's the princess right"? Miss Yua replied.
"Yeah. I can say that Shu is at her level when it comes to Mana Zone mastery".
"This year, we will face them again. I hope I can get my revenge this time".
"Now it's time for my counter-attack".
Shu immediately vanished in the field.
"What!? Where did he go? I can't sense his mana".
Today is a bit cloudy so this is perfect to use that spell. The thunder clouds.
"Mana Zone: Lightning Magic-"
"So you're up there huh, take this".
"Mana Zone: Flame Magic: Scattered Flameshot"!
Shu didn't continue to cast his spell and just dodged Riku's spell.
"Tsk, I'm almost out of mana. Using Mana Zone for an extensive period and controlling the spell's direction earlier is exhausting".
"Miss Yua, look at the clouds. What's happening"?
"I don't know too Asahi".
"It's from the boy's flame spell earlier".
"Oh, and what are you doing here? Aoi Miura"?
"Come on. Don't give me that look, Asahi Futatsugi".
"What is the princess of the Heart Kingdom doing here in the Magic Academy"?
"I just came to visit that kid. News reached the kingdom that he defeated Ryusei. I want to see him for myself.
"Well, looks like he has what it takes to defeat the prince. He's an excellent mage whose spells and battle instincts are on the levels of the Wizard Kings".
"But his spells are just simple. He is just using his knowledge to outplay his enemies".
"And that is what makes his spells on the level of the Wizard Kings. He know how to use it to its full extent".
"It's rare for you to praise someone like that, Princess Aoi".
"He baited the boy to use flame magic against him and just dodged it which cause the fire to reach the clouds. Now, you noticed a sudden change on the atmosphere, right"?
"Yeah, it looks like it's about to rain".
"Not only that, the flame magic will create a sudden warmth on the atmosphere and create an ascending air current to form cumulonimbus, the thunder clouds. His magic attribute is..."
"Lightning Magic"! Asahi replied as he is in shocked after he realized Shu's plan.
"That's right. He is even using the spell of his opponents to create a strong magic spell. That said, using mana from the nature is a different concept from the Mana Zone. This is... incomplete Mana Method".
"Mana Method? But that is hard to master. The only who can use it is the Wizard Quuen from the Heart Kingdom. The remaining three Wizard King can only use Mana Zone".
"You're right. I am really surprised that he is aware how Mana Method works.
"Thanks for the help, Riku". Shu said.
"This will save me time in taking you down".
"There's also someone watching us from Miss Yua's sit. I should be prepared".
Shu started concentrating the thunder mana from the cumulonimbus clouds.
"How did that happen"?
"This is a spell that I can cast rarely due to special conditions that it needs".
"I don't have enough mana, I can't move".
"Don't worry, I will not kill you. I'll just let you learn your lesson".
"Mana Zone: Lightning Magic: Thunder Dragon's Descend"!
"What's with that spell? It's huge".
"You're witnessing the once in a century genius mage, Asahi. His name is, Shu Iwasaki". Aoi replied.
"It's over now, Riku"!
"I, am finished".
Shu launched his spell towards Riku. Riku was knocked out from the impact.
"I understand your feelings but, this should teach you a lesson. Then, is there anyone who still disagree about the Headmaster's decision"?
The whole class is in silence. They now know how strong Shu is.
"Then. As for you".
Shu vanished and teleported towards Asahi's place.
"What do you want from me"? Shu asked Aoi while pointing his sword in her back.
"Your range of Mana Zone is excellent. Your mana sense is off the charts".
"Oi Shu, stop that. She is Aoi Miura, the princess of the Heart Kingdom". Yua said.
Shu immediately put down his sword and kneeled to Aoi.
"Forgive me, Princess Aoi. I didn't recognize you".
"Oh it's alright Shu".
Aoi whispered on Shu's ear.
"Say, why don't we talk later, Black Hero"?
Shu is in complete shock as he heard the Black Hero.
"Maybe we can talk later tonight, what do you think? Princess Aoi".
"Yes, I'll just visit you at your house. Well then, I'm off".
Aoi took flight and left the Academy.
"Why at my house"?
"How bold of you to ask the princess a question like that"?
"It seems she's also interested in me. I want to talk to her with just the two of us".
"Don't tell me you've fallen in love with her just because she whispered in your ear".
"I'm not that type of man".
"Come with me, we will start the training for the Magic Competition".
"Wait, since when did you get this friendly with me Asahi"?
"Don't mind it Shu, Hahaha!"
"So they'll get along after all huh". Yua said.
"Akari, can you heal Riku"?
"Yes, his vital organs are not that much harmed".
"Shu's spell can kill people. He just lowered the magic power of the spell earlier to keep Riku alive. He is truly strong and a genius". Yua said.
"Where are we going by the way, Asahi"?
"To the training ground".
"For what"?
"We are training for the upcoming Magic Competition, I've just told you earlier".
"Oh yeah, you mentioned it earlier".
"So you're here now Shu. How did it go with Riku? I'll assume you've won".
"What are you doing here Sora"?
"Oh, I'm the representative for the third-years. Asahi is the representative for the second-years".
"Wait, they didn't change the competitors? Why"?
"Despite the loss we experienced through the years, our performance are still consistent. I think that's the reason why they didn't replaced us".
"You must be strong then Sora. As expected of the Four Great Families".
"We maybe the strongest in the Academy but we can't compete with the other schools, their magic prowess is really on another level. Having you on our team is assuring, Shu. Let's go for the championship this year".
"You don't have to tell me that. I intend to go all out on the Magic Competition".
"Then, it's decided now. We are the representatives of the Magic Academy. We will absolutely win this time. We can't afford to lose right, Asahi, Shu"?
"Yes"! Asahi replied with full of energy.
"Indeed". Shu replied.
I will dominate the Magic Competition this year.
"Then, that's all for today everyone".
"Wait, I thought we will train"?
"Tomorrow's the start of training. The Headmaster is not around so no one will train us".
"The Headmaster will train us"? Shu asks.
"Yes. Last year, he's the one who also trained us".
"The Headmaster huh, I wonder what kind of person he is".
"He is a kind person. Rest assured. We will be trained very well".
If I can just go all out, I wouldn't have the problem of figuring out how to improve my Lightning Magic.
"Then, I'm leaving now, Sora and Asahi. See you guys tomorrow".
"See you". Sora and Asahi replied.
Shu soon reached his home.
"So you're already here, Princess Aoi".
"Welcome back Shu"!
"Don't welcome me here when you don't even live here".
"You must be tired today. Do you want something to eat or drink"?
"Answer me directly Princess Aoi".
"Hmm, what is it Shu"?
"How do you know that I am the Black Hero"?
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