I Became a Flashing Genius at the Magic Academy [158-362][English Translation]

Episode 195 Chapter 43: Everything is Frozen (8)

Everything is Frozen (8)

The energy that emits light and heat.

It was the most crucial element, akin to the source of everything in this world, but it couldn't be properly controlled even with magic.

It could only be used to create explosions, attack enemies, illuminate the surroundings, or be forced into powering something else.

But now, things were different.

'This is the true flame...'

Hong Bi Yeon felt like she could grasp the true essence of flame, something no one in history had ever comprehended.

The flame danced along her palm's movements, and a fiery butterfly landed quietly when she extended her index finger.

It was something no one had ever done before.

Thus, it was even more significant.

'I can do it.'

I am the flame, and the flame is me.

Becoming one with the essence of the world, moving it as naturally as my hands and feet, felt anything but awkward.

Rather, it was a delightful, fantastic experience.

Who else could have such a mystical experience?

Only I could.

Just a little more... a little more.

If I could accept this mystical sensation, I might fully understand the true essence of 'Flame Art'.

That was the plan.

Stop! That's enough!

Ugh!

Hong Bi Yeon was startled out of her reverie by a sharp voice ringing in her head. The sensation of the flame clinging to her body evaporated into the air.

'What... what are you doing?'

It's too dangerous for you now.

The voice, the incarnation of fire, spoke in a calm tone for the first time.

You are still too young and weak to grasp that realization. If you awaken to the 'truth' at your current level, you'll turn into fire and vanish.

'What are you talking about? You told me to go berserk before.'

That was because I wanted you to be destroyed. I deeply loathe Adolveit. Well, even if I don't have bones!

Hong Bi Yeon closed her eyes tightly. She wanted to grasp that truth again, but it had already fled far away, unwilling to return.

It was unbearably painful and agonizing, but there was no way now.

Just hold on a little longer. It won't be long. You can grab it again. I guarantee it. Even the disciple of the first magician, Adolveit, couldn't do it... but you can.

'...Why?'

I am a fragment of Fire Incarnation. Therefore, I can guarantee it. You... will find me someday.

Hong Bi Yeon was momentarily taken aback by those words.

You are too precious to disappear here. Ha... Damn. I never thought a day would come when I would save a human.

After grumbling a few times, he spoke to Hong Bi Yeon in a calm voice.

Listen carefully, little Adolveit. The flame dormant in your body will soon burn you painfully. You can't withstand it now. So, you must release it all outside immediately. Can you do that?