| Author: Ryuusen Hirotsugu | Original Source: Syosetu | Word Count: 1992 characters |
| Translator: Nomad | English Source: Re:Library | Word Count: 962 words |
| Editor(s): Fire | ||
『Mira, the vessel is ready.』
『Ohh, alright.』
Just as she finished cutting up the sheets with Soul Howl’s research notes into more manageable chunks, the Spirit King contacted her.
「It seems things are ready now.」
「Got it.」
Hearing Mira, Soul Howl stopped cutting up his own copies, putting them away as quickly as he could.
As Mira held her hand out, Soul Howl silently grabbed it.
『My apologies for the wait. But in exchange I’m pleased to say that it went better than I anticipated, so look forward to it.』
『I put a lot of love into it.』
The Spirit King and Martel’s voice echoed through Mira’s connection. Soul Howl replied by saying 「Okay, I hope it lives up to my expectations,」 and 「what should I do now then?」
『Now we need you to pour your mana into the vessel I just created. You should be able to feel it through our connection, and once you do, just channel mana like you would for any spell. Martel and I will help you regulate it. Also, don’t let go of Mira’s hand until we’re done.』
Hearing all of that, Soul Howl reaffirmed his grip on Mira’s hand and closed his eyes to concentrate.
「Alright, let’s do it.」
『Let’s start then.』
Right after that, the marks of the Spirit King’s Divine Protection lit up all over Mira’s body. Then they gathered around Mira’s hand and slowly made their way onto Soul Howl.
Mira watched that without looking away. This time she was only an intermediary, and there was nothing she could do. But that also let her feel everything that was happening.
Soul Howl and the vessel safely reached each other, and then Soul Howl’s mana began passing through.
That gave Mira a really strange and new sensation, but she also felt something unnatural clinging onto Soul Howl’s mana. She quickly understood that was the burden he carried, punishment for going against the laws of nature.
That was also being transferred to the vessel.
『Good, it was a success. I can tell why you’re friends with Mira, your control of mana was immaculate.』
It seemed like their experiment to transfer the burden had been a success. The Spirit King praised the way Soul Howl handled it, and then said 『This will certainly help with killing time now,』 with a bit of a sinister laugh.
『I’m so glad it went well.』
Then there was Martel, who sounded happy for the results.
When they asked what the Spirit King meant, he explained that the vessel would allow him to observe and investigate that type of burden and its effects from an outside perspective, which could help him find a way to be able to leave the Spirit Palace again.
『I still have to admit though, it was all thanks to you that I got that idea. I wouldn’t have even thought about it unless I saw your research. You have my gratitude.』
「I’m the one who should be thanking you. I’m glad I was of assistance too.」
Soul Howl felt like the Spirit King had a rather free-spirited way of thinking, which contrasted with the fact that he could not leave the Spirit Palace.
「So if it was a success, that should mean his high level spells are unlocked, yes? So how do you feel, did anything change?」
Hearing that the Spirit King could be free again was something that made Mira happy, but it was not something urgent, so she quickly steered the conversation back on topic.
「Yes, I feel like something that was haunting me just left. That probably means it worked properly.」
Soul Howl closed his eyes, focusing on himself to see if he noticed any difference.
『Soul Howl, why don’t you try using a high level spell just in case? We conducted the process at a high speed, so there’s a chance your mana might have been thrown a little out of balance, so it’s best to be sure.』
Everything had happened unexpectedly quickly, so even if the Spirit King had been looking over it, they had to make sure it worked properly considering the difficulty of the task.
「Yes, we should make sure.」
It had been many years since his high level spells were sealed, so he also needed to regain his agility with them.
「Time for a reunion at last.」
Soul Howl stood up and held his hand to a direction with nothing in front. Then a large amount of magic power began to emanate from his body.
『May your coffin cradle only memories, as you escape Hades under the shroud of eternal nights. How long shall you tarry this eve? In the realm beyond yearning, by the shores of unmet dreams? A solitary vessel traverses the obsidian sea, passing through the gateway in pursuit of solace. The lone mariner seeks illumination amidst the abyss. Beside him rests a lifeless form, the hollow husk you abandoned. Glints of untainted spirits dance upon the waves. He tenderly retrieves one and bestows upon you the kiss of awakening.』
«Necromancer Skill: Spiral of the Underworld – Hero Rebirth»
Soul Howl completed his chant and all the particles of mana gathered in front of him, slowly gathering into a human figure. They formed a body, then clothes took shape, and a layer of armor was added on top. The last addition was a gigantic battleaxe. The body took hold of the battleaxe, and just stood there emotionless.
「No issues whatsoever.」
Soul Howl went to make sure the body materialized properly, then let out a sigh of relief. The burden was completely gone and his high level spell had activated correctly.
