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After finishing dinner, Glenn took a light walk in the Reigle mansion garden.
Though it was called a garden, in terms of scale, it could almost be called an arboretum.
‘If servants are walking around even in the evening, that says it all.’
Receiving greetings from the servants who were pruning branches or tending flowers, Glenn headed toward the inner part of the garden.
It was midwinter, so the wind was cold, but since his body was already almost superhuman, it felt like a pleasantly cool breeze.
Glenn walked a little and then sat on a nearby bench, recalling the events of the afternoon.
The practice duel with Ridenhall and Romina had been quite satisfying.
Both Romina and Ridenhall were at a level that made it hard to believe they were only 7-star… no, by that level, they could even be considered early 8-star.
First, about Romina, her precision in handling magic was improving over time.
She could shoot magic several kilometers away or condense magic when close to implement high-power spells.
In short, she had been used like a sniper, but depending on the need, she could provide fire support from the front.
Romina’s control over magic far exceeded that of ordinary demons.
Honestly, if you judged solely by her magic handling, she could be considered a step above the Demon Lord.
Thanks to her unique potential, for Romina, magic itself became life, making her unmatched in that field.
“Of course. Even Nox, who creates magic from the moon and darkness, would be impressed.”
Anyway, there was little to criticize about Romina’s growth.
If you had to point out a weakness, it would be that casting magic took time and consumed life force, so the larger or stronger the spell, the sooner she might have to leave the battle.
But that is the case for all magicians, so honestly, that is not really a flaw.
‘Even that can be somewhat mitigated with the Robes necklace and the Transcendent Robe I gave her.’
Therefore, there was not much Glenn could do for Romina.
She was growing well on her own, so he could just teach her some useful spells to develop first.
And steadily help her raise her magic capacity to link the next chain.
Soon. Last time, with Kasim Brion? Maybe taking some of that man’s magic increased her maximum slightly.
According to Romina, it seemed possible to link the eighth chain soon.
So, if he gave her just a little push, she would achieve a good accomplishment.
Her growth directly affected the party’s destructive power.
Ridenhall was not bad either.
Currently, Ridenhall could increase his holy power just by reading the artifact, Ridenhall’s Scripture.
Glenn did not need to intervene in his holy power growth.
Moreover, he was steadily collecting books to research new enchantments and miracles whenever possible.
However, the chronic problem Ridenhall faced remained.
‘It’s about spirit power.’
Ridenhall believed that he had received spirit power because he had angered the patron god Miniss of his order and survived.
Therefore, he hesitated to cultivate that power gained from divine wrath.
‘He wants to focus on holy power.’
Of course, developing holy power to focus on his capability as an enchanter was not bad.
But by doing so, did he not abandon the potential as a summoner?
Though Glenn did not see it positively, Ridenhall’s Skeleton Knight was extremely useful.
Not just standing in the front line to take hits, but also attacking based on its excellent combat ability.
With a high-level Skeleton Knight combined with enchantment magic, Ridenhall could handle offense, defense, and support alone.
Indeed, when Glenn and Romina fought Ridenhall for the first time after he lost his eyes, they were not significantly troubled.
Sorry… Brother. That part might take a little time.
However, even Ridenhall, who blindly agreed with Glenn until now, could not easily accept this.
It was understandable. He had been devout enough to be called a saint in life. How could he accept heretical power just because it was useful?
If he accepted Glenn’s advice and developed his spirit power, it might even lower his own value.
Of course, he had not given up.
It might take a detour, but ultimately, he had to reach the goal.
In time, they would learn the truth surrounding the god Miniss they believed in.
“Everyone will have a hard time…”
Glenn sent quiet comfort to Ridenhall, who would soon face great shock, and exhaled deeply.
His white breath scattered in the cold air.
For now, it was better to leave Ridenhall be.
It was a problem that would resolve itself over time, and he still had a long way to go as an enchanter.
While Glenn preferred versatile party members, focusing deeply on one field was not bad either.
‘Anyway, just need to arrive.’
From what Glenn had seen, Ridenhall was capable of reaching the level Glenn expected.
“Phew.”
In any case, the current state of Ridenhall and Romina was excellent.
The only downside was that their achievements were relatively low compared to their abilities.
Of course, Glenn already had a solution in mind.
“As soon as this fight ends, I’ll visit that dungeon.”
The allied front was advancing faster than expected, so plans needed slight adjustment.
Whiii-
Rustle rustle-
The chilly winter wind blew, gently shaking the garden trees.
“……”
A sparkle passed through Glenn’s eyes.
The future plan was set.
But the trials he would have to overcome to execute it concerned him.
Nine-star Magic Swordsman Rowen.
Though equal in rank, defeating her, who was far stronger, would not be easy.
Of course, Glenn’s party had achieved overwhelming victory against her yesterday.
She had surpassed Glenn one-on-one, but that was not important.
If she had not used a spatial stone to escape, she would have died at Glenn’s hand.
‘Even if we fight again, nothing will likely change. But…’
A chill crept into his ash-colored eyes.
‘The fact that the precious spatial stone is there means the Second Legion is intervening very actively.’
The Second Legion of the Demon Lord’s army.
Led by Kacerto Lienz, a sage demon who had lived for centuries.
Mostly wizards and witches, they managed logistics from the rear.
Logistics included not only weapons and supplies but almost every element of the demon army’s war.
The biggest problem was that most of the legion, led by Kacerto, were fanatical racists.
They believed demons were the most superior, and all other races were utterly primitive.
