Chapter 96

The Marquess Family's Magic Genius - Chapter 97 (96/324)

97

The light was a buff that Paddi had used countless times before.

Perhaps because she was the master of the spirits, the buff she received herself was much deeper in color than the one she gave to others.

It was likely that the effect was also more amplified when given to herself. Due to the splendid buff, her complexion appeared much more relaxed.

"Good. Now, the spirit power will start to gather, so don't panic and absorb it slowly. If you feel the energy inside your body is full, you can release it using a skill from time to time."

The spirit training array.

The spirit power inside the training array was much more refined and concentrated than the energy outside.

After emptying the spirit power in her body once, it was much better to accept the energy inside.

If you use a skill to empty the spirit power, it will be absorbed into your body automatically.

Ersiel nodded at his words.

"Yes."

Ten spirit stones.

A green wave emerged from them and slowly moved toward her.

She absorbed it bit by bit, as if it were a piggy bank.

Five minutes passed.

'You're doing well.'

It's about time to draw out the spirit power that has built up inside.

While watching her, Paddi, who had been floating beside her, suddenly started to move strangely.

It was as if she was dancing.

The movement trajectory was like a...

'That's a butterfly tie shape, isn't it?'

If you lay an 8 on its side, it would look just like that.

*Paddi!*

Perhaps feeling like a god due to the surging spirit power, Paddi's movements were very active.

Gradually, a trail of light formed where Paddi had passed.

My gaze was involuntarily drawn to the beautiful light trail.

The light trail was getting deeper as time passed.

Now, the shape of a butterfly tie was clearly visible in the air.

The continuous influx of energy was creating this afterimage.

Paddi's rotation speed was getting faster and faster.

*Whirr...*

Soon, the light trail began to tremble slightly.

What is it?

The ancient spirit of light.

Since this was the first time I saw this spirit, I had no idea what was happening.

But it probably wasn't a bad thing.

Driven by curiosity, I observed the scene with interest.

*Crack!*

*Crack!*

As if cracks were forming on an egg, cracks began to appear in the light cluster.

*Flash!*

Suddenly, a storm of light flooded my room.

It was extremely bright, but it didn't hurt my eyes.

If it had, I wouldn't have been able to open them.

The light filled the room.

It felt like I had moved into a space filled with white.

What the heck is this?

The white world continued for a while.

The brilliant explosion of light didn't fade.

As time passed, the light cluster gradually dimmed.

The dimming light began to gather in two directions.

Naturally, one direction was toward Ersiel, and the other was...

'Huh?'

Toward me.

Why is it gathering toward me?

Confused by this unknown phenomenon,

*Swish.*

The light was absorbed into my body.

'...'

This light wasn't supposed to be absorbed by me.

It was clearly a well-refined power.

I absorbed half of it.

Is it okay for me to receive this?

I was worried that it might hinder her growth.

What am I supposed to do with this light?

At that moment,

The Heart Eye activated automatically and began to analyze the effects.

The Dance of Light.

It seemed to be the name of the dance Paddi performed.

Since I couldn't regurgitate the absorbed power, I needed to check what effects it had.

After a moment, some text appeared.

'...Huh?'

Reading the text, I was taken aback.

It seemed I had to retract my previous thoughts.

The power I accidentally absorbed had a clear use.

It granted a small amount of a light attribute to my mana.

This was a huge bonus.

Before, I had to rely on Ersiel's buff to add a light attribute to my magic.

Her buff was powerful but had a short duration.

Moreover, it was impractical to be with her 24/7, so it was difficult to consider it a constant effect.

Now, having a light attribute that I could carry for life!

'What a windfall.'

From now on, any magic I used would naturally have a light attribute.

The light attribute was quite advantageous.

It didn't have a natural enemy.

It had an equal relationship with the four major elements—water, fire, wind, and earth—and a mutually destructive relationship with the darkness attribute.

Since it could deal explosive damage to villains, it was a property I really needed.

Additionally, it came with a clearer field of vision, increased mana affinity, and enhanced growth potential.

It felt like winning the lottery.

My content smile was short-lived.

The mana inside my body began to tremble.

It felt like it was resonating.

'What is this?'

Confused by the unknown phenomenon, I soon realized the direction of the resonance.

Ersiel.

My mana was trembling toward her direction.

She seemed to have a similar feeling and was looking at me.

It felt like a strong attraction.

Of course, it wasn't a romantic feeling.

I wasn't that low to feel such emotions toward a ten-year-old.

It was more like my mana wanted to approach hers.

Why not give it a try?

The effect of the spirit training array had ended.

It wasn't difficult to approach her.

As I approached Ersiel, white mana flowed out of my body.

The same happened with the spirit power in her body.

The two energies moved toward each other.

Then, they began to encircle each other.

It looked like two snakes coiling around each other.

After a moment, the two energies gradually merged.

"…Huh?"

Ersiel, looking surprised, widened her eyes.

I felt the same way.

Spirit power and mana.

These were completely different energies.

They weren't repelling each other, but they weren't supposed to merge like this.

Why are they merging?

It's not like they're fusing or evolving.

This was a phenomenon I had never seen before.

Soon, some text appeared.

The energy from the light cluster had been directed toward both of us.

'So, the roots are the same, I guess.'

Attribute assimilation was a term I had never seen before.

I needed to see the Heart Eye's interpretation.

"…Young Master? What is this…?"

"I don't know. It seems to be the effect of receiving the light together earlier…"

Then, a familiar text appeared.

Heart Eye, are you a calculator?

I didn't know it could even determine the attribute ratio.

'Attribute assimilation…'

If there was a ratio for attributes, Ersiel's light attribute ratio must be very high.

She had a contract with the noble Paddi and was influenced by her almost all day.

It seemed that when her energy met my mana directly, the light attribute in me was naturally strengthened.

This was entirely beneficial for me.

'By the way, it says I can hide the attribute normally…'

From the text, it seemed that when I used magic normally, the light attribute wouldn't be added. This was a significant advantage for me.

If my magic contained a light attribute?

This would reveal a clear issue when thinking about Adolph and Ersiel.

In this case, it would be about Houdini and me.

This attribute was best used at critical moments.

I would gradually figure out how to hide and use the attribute.

My gaze turned to her.

"Ersiel?"

"Yes, Young Master."

"Do you feel any weakness or like something has been taken from you?"

She tilted her head in confusion.

"I'm not sure. I don't feel anything like that… Wait a moment. I'll ask Paddi."

She then had a conversation with Paddi.

"Does Paddi know what's happening?"

*Paddi!*

"Really? Are you sure?"

*Paddi!*

"Then, is it a good thing?"

*Paddi!!*

What kind of conversation is this?

I wish I could understand it.

Unfortunately, translation was impossible.

After a moment, she looked at me with a bright expression.

"Paddi said she infused her energy into you. This made your attribute similar to mine. However, since my attribute is purer, your attribute was naturally drawn to it."

"So, I took your attribute?"

She shook her head.

"No, it's Paddi's power."

"…Power?"

"According to Paddi, it's like education. It's a power that can improve the quality of an attribute…"

Ersiel began to explain Paddi's power.

In summary,

Originally, this power was used to enhance the light attribute in her body, but since I received the light power with her, my attribute was also strengthened.

"…Paddi, is this true?"

*Paddi!!*

"It's true."

Is this real?

Does it have such a sweet function?

'If this is true…'

Paddi was like a lottery ticket for me.

If I could use her power, I could continuously strengthen my light attribute.

Moreover, since it wasn't about taking Ersiel's attribute, there was no burden.

*Paddi!*

This guy.

I didn't expect to fall in love with a spirit at first sight.

This spirit was not just cute but also lovable.