Chapter 51
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Chapter 51
Ian carefully placed the floating stone in his pocket.
Then, he called Danya, who was sniffling in one corner of the room.
Danya, what are you up to?
Nyah! Oh, I havent done anything. Just taking a little break, maybe?
Really? Anyway, thanks for helping with the experiment today. Oh, and here, consider it a reward and a gift.
Ian tossed a Mana Flytrap Elixir, obtained from the last expedition to the undiscovered dungeon in the northern mountain range, to Danya.
Danyas eyes widened as she received the elixir.
I-Is this, um, for me? Are you sure you want me to have it?
I already had one before, and it had no effect on me. Keep it. Well start the rank measurement tomorrow. Taking it now will have the greatest impact.
Most of the heroines had left the front lines, but having someone like Danya as a companion was beneficial for Ian as well.
Touched, Danyas expression seemed on the verge of tears.
T-Thank you so much, nyah.
Dont mention it. Comrades should always help each other.
With that response, Ian prepared to leave.
Danya immediately asked.
But what are you going to do?
Im heading to the library. You can rest or do whatever you want.
Whenever there was something to be curious about, the library was the go-to place.
Ian shook hands with the bewildered Danya and left the lodging.
Arriving at the library, he noticed the librarian sitting in the usual spot, flipping through books.
Does she even eat?
He wondered momentarily.
She was always sitting in the same posture, whether it was weekdays or weekends, morning or afternoon.
Was she attending classes?
Was she really a student, or perhaps an android doll?
Maybe even an AI?
But those questions quickly faded.
Feeling somewhat annoyed by the interruption, the librarian, with sky-blue eyes, raised her gaze toward Ian.
Im looking for a person.
Blink.
She closed her eyes for a moment, then pointed downward with her finger.
At the bottom of the information desk was a piece of paper with very neat writing.
[Miscellaneous inquiries and confessions, love matters prohibited.]
No Im not here to confess!
The librarians head moved slightly from side to side.
A very subtle movement.
Of course, Ian could easily recognize that gesture.
Following her slender, white finger, he lowered his gaze again.
Beyond the paper saying love matters prohibited.This chapter is updated by nov(e)(l)biin.com
[Loan, return, and book-related inquiries.]
The notice caught his eye.
Yeah, of course. Since this is a library, librarians should only handle inquiries related to books.
A very subtle nod.
Ian spoke.
But Im not here for a librarian. I want to borrow your wisdom. Somehow, I feel like you might know something.
Ian took out a sketch from the information desk and handed it over to her.
A brief portrait of a three -second rule girl he encountered before.
The researcher vibe was strong. Im sure shes been to the library a lot. The face similar to this
He emphasized the dark circles under the eyes in the drawing.
The height is average.
Blink, blink.
The librarians semi-transparent eyebrows moved like a camera shutter.
I see.
She said and handed him a note.
In summary, it went like this:
Name: Christina
Major: Mana Engineering
Location: Likely in the Mana Engineering students research building.
Thank you.
Wait.
?
Again, there.
Uh-huh?
A student looking for you.
She handed him another note.
Saint Candidate. Given by Aria.
Aria Lumines Bell?
Hmm?
With a puzzled expression, the girls mouth curled up.
Then, she said,
Since theres no one inside right now, want to come in for a moment?
Id be an honor.
Grinning.
Christina, who kept raising her mouth corners, closed the research lab door as soon as Ian entered.
Then, she immediately took Ians hand.
Come this way.
She gestured toward a corner table in the lab. C
hristina took a seat first.
Is it a secret from others?
With one eye closed, Christina brought her finger to her lips.
Its something I show only to special people.
She reached into her coat and pulled out a small stone fragment.
Its the same as the one I picked up earlier.
Christina placed it directly on the table where an experiment apparatus was set up.
It began floating halfway, emitting a faint glow.
Wow.
Although Ian had seen this phenomenon before, he pretended to be surprised.
Christinas eyes, which were half-dead before, sparkled like jewels now.
How is it? Amazing, right?
Yeah, it is. But, um
Ians face showed a brief moment of contemplation. Christina narrowed her eyes.
Heh. Do you also think this is a scam? This is a levitation stone, something that existed only in legends.
Levitation stone?
Yeah. I actually want it to float a bit more, but its not easy. Im thinking about some conditions, and if improved, it might float perfectly.
At the mention of the fascinating compound, Ians eyes lit up.
His goal was precisely the formula for that compound.
Indeed, impressive research. Ive thought from our first meeting that youre not ordinary.
Hehehe
Christina, receiving praise like oil on her lips, became a bit teary-eyed.
Seizing the opportunity, Ian asked.
About that formula.
Sorry, but I cant tell you that.
Her gaze turned serious in an instant.
Okay. Youve probably tried hundreds or thousands of times to create it. I shouldnt have asked so casually.
No, well You might be curious, right? I feel sorry for not being able to answer.
Indeed. Ian hadnt expected her to reveal it willingly.
It would be stranger if she did.
Hmm, rather than
A tilted piece standing on the table.
Ian tilted his head.
Is this all thats floating?
Yeah. It doesnt float perfectly.
Not at all?
Yeah. I tried really hard, but this was the limit.
Ian recalled what he had seen a few hours ago.
There was no point going back.
The stone fragment he had seen then was clearly floating.
Hmm. Did it get influenced when I tested other mobility experiments earlier?
He decided to ponder later and focus on the demonstration for now.
Ian took out the stone fragment from his pocket.
It was floating perfectly earlier.
Huh? It cant be!
He placed it on her experiment table.
Swoosh.
The stone fragment hovered silently.
H-how did you do this?
Christinas eyes filled with complete astonishment.
Who are you? Wait, no, what are you?
Ian shrugged in place, pretending not to understand.
Christina swallowed dryly.
Then, in an even softer voice.
Um, excuse me. Can you tell me how you did it?
Snickering, Ians mouth curled up.
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Chapter 51
Ian carefully placed the floating stone in his pocket.
Then, he called Danya, who was sniffling in one corner of the room.
Danya, what are you up to?
Nyah! Oh, I havent done anything. Just taking a little break, maybe?
Really? Anyway, thanks for helping with the experiment today. Oh, and here, consider it a reward and a gift.
Ian tossed a Mana Flytrap Elixir, obtained from the last expedition to the undiscovered dungeon in the northern mountain range, to Danya.
Danyas eyes widened as she received the elixir.
I-Is this, um, for me? Are you sure you want me to have it?
I already had one before, and it had no effect on me. Keep it. Well start the rank measurement tomorrow. Taking it now will have the greatest impact.
Most of the heroines had left the front lines, but having someone like Danya as a companion was beneficial for Ian as well.
Touched, Danyas expression seemed on the verge of tears.
T-Thank you so much, nyah.
Dont mention it. Comrades should always help each other.
With that response, Ian prepared to leave.
Danya immediately asked.
But what are you going to do?
Im heading to the library. You can rest or do whatever you want.
Whenever there was something to be curious about, the library was the go-to place.
Ian shook hands with the bewildered Danya and left the lodging.
Arriving at the library, he noticed the librarian sitting in the usual spot, flipping through books.
Does she even eat?
He wondered momentarily.
She was always sitting in the same posture, whether it was weekdays or weekends, morning or afternoon.
Was she attending classes?
Was she really a student, or perhaps an android doll?
Maybe even an AI?
But those questions quickly faded.
Feeling somewhat annoyed by the interruption, the librarian, with sky-blue eyes, raised her gaze toward Ian.
Im looking for a person.
Blink.
She closed her eyes for a moment, then pointed downward with her finger.
At the bottom of the information desk was a piece of paper with very neat writing.
[Miscellaneous inquiries and confessions, love matters prohibited.]
No Im not here to confess!
The librarians head moved slightly from side to side.
A very subtle movement.
Of course, Ian could easily recognize that gesture.
Following her slender, white finger, he lowered his gaze again.
Beyond the paper saying love matters prohibited.This chapter is updated by nov(e)(l)biin.com
[Loan, return, and book-related inquiries.]
The notice caught his eye.
Yeah, of course. Since this is a library, librarians should only handle inquiries related to books.
A very subtle nod.
Ian spoke.
But Im not here for a librarian. I want to borrow your wisdom. Somehow, I feel like you might know something.
Ian took out a sketch from the information desk and handed it over to her.
A brief portrait of a three -second rule girl he encountered before.
The researcher vibe was strong. Im sure shes been to the library a lot. The face similar to this
He emphasized the dark circles under the eyes in the drawing.
The height is average.
Blink, blink.
The librarians semi-transparent eyebrows moved like a camera shutter.
I see.
She said and handed him a note.
In summary, it went like this:
Name: Christina
Major: Mana Engineering
Location: Likely in the Mana Engineering students research building.
Thank you.
Wait.
?
Again, there.
Uh-huh?
A student looking for you.
She handed him another note.
Saint Candidate. Given by Aria.
Aria Lumines Bell?
Hmm?
With a puzzled expression, the girls mouth curled up.
Then, she said,
Since theres no one inside right now, want to come in for a moment?
Id be an honor.
Grinning.
Christina, who kept raising her mouth corners, closed the research lab door as soon as Ian entered.
Then, she immediately took Ians hand.
Come this way.
She gestured toward a corner table in the lab. C
hristina took a seat first.
Is it a secret from others?
With one eye closed, Christina brought her finger to her lips.
Its something I show only to special people.
She reached into her coat and pulled out a small stone fragment.
Its the same as the one I picked up earlier.
Christina placed it directly on the table where an experiment apparatus was set up.
It began floating halfway, emitting a faint glow.
Wow.
Although Ian had seen this phenomenon before, he pretended to be surprised.
Christinas eyes, which were half-dead before, sparkled like jewels now.
How is it? Amazing, right?
Yeah, it is. But, um
Ians face showed a brief moment of contemplation. Christina narrowed her eyes.
Heh. Do you also think this is a scam? This is a levitation stone, something that existed only in legends.
Levitation stone?
Yeah. I actually want it to float a bit more, but its not easy. Im thinking about some conditions, and if improved, it might float perfectly.
At the mention of the fascinating compound, Ians eyes lit up.
His goal was precisely the formula for that compound.
Indeed, impressive research. Ive thought from our first meeting that youre not ordinary.
Hehehe
Christina, receiving praise like oil on her lips, became a bit teary-eyed.
Seizing the opportunity, Ian asked.
About that formula.
Sorry, but I cant tell you that.
Her gaze turned serious in an instant.
Okay. Youve probably tried hundreds or thousands of times to create it. I shouldnt have asked so casually.
No, well You might be curious, right? I feel sorry for not being able to answer.
Indeed. Ian hadnt expected her to reveal it willingly.
It would be stranger if she did.
Hmm, rather than
A tilted piece standing on the table.
Ian tilted his head.
Is this all thats floating?
Yeah. It doesnt float perfectly.
Not at all?
Yeah. I tried really hard, but this was the limit.
Ian recalled what he had seen a few hours ago.
There was no point going back.
The stone fragment he had seen then was clearly floating.
Hmm. Did it get influenced when I tested other mobility experiments earlier?
He decided to ponder later and focus on the demonstration for now.
Ian took out the stone fragment from his pocket.
It was floating perfectly earlier.
Huh? It cant be!
He placed it on her experiment table.
Swoosh.
The stone fragment hovered silently.
H-how did you do this?
Christinas eyes filled with complete astonishment.
Who are you? Wait, no, what are you?
Ian shrugged in place, pretending not to understand.
Christina swallowed dryly.
Then, in an even softer voice.
Um, excuse me. Can you tell me how you did it?
Snickering, Ians mouth curled up.
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Chapter 51Ian carefully placed the floating stone in his pocket.Then, he called Danya, who was sniffling in one corner of the room.Danya, what are you up to?Nyah! Oh, I havent done anything. Just taking a little break, maybe?Really? Anyway, thanks for helping with the experiment today. Oh, and here, consider it a reward and a gift.Ian tossed a Mana Flytrap Elixir, obtained from the last expedition to the undiscovered dungeon in the northern mountain range, to Danya.Danyas eyes widened as she received the elixir.I-Is this, um, for me? Are you sure you want me to have it?I already had one before, and it had no effect on me. Keep it. Well start the rank measurement tomorrow. Taking it now will have the greatest impact.Most of the heroines had left the front lines, but having someone like Danya as a companion was beneficial for Ian as well.Touched, Danyas expression seemed on the verge of tears.T-Thank you so much, nyah.Dont mention it. Comrades should always help each other.With that response, Ian prepared to leave.Danya immediately asked.But what are you going to do?Im heading to the library. You can rest or do whatever you want.Whenever there was something to be curious about, the library was the go-to place.Ian shook hands with the bewildered Danya and left the lodging.Arriving at the library, he noticed the librarian sitting in the usual spot, flipping through books.Does she even eat?He wondered momentarily.She was always sitting in the same posture, whether it was weekdays or weekends, morning or afternoon.Was she attending classes?Was she really a student, or perhaps an android doll?Maybe even an AI?But those questions quickly faded.Feeling somewhat annoyed by the interruption, the librarian, with sky-blue eyes, raised her gaze toward Ian.Im looking for a person.Blink.She closed her eyes for a moment, then pointed downward with her finger.At the bottom of the information desk was a piece of paper with very neat writing.Miscellaneous inquiries and confessions, love matters prohibited.No Im not here to confess!The librarians head moved slightly from side to side.A very subtle movement.Of course, Ian could easily recognize that gesture.Following her slender, white finger, he lowered his gaze again.Beyond the paper saying love matters prohibited.This chapter is updated by novelbiin.comLoan, return, and book-related inquiries.The notice caught his eye.Yeah, of course. Since this is a library, librarians should only handle inquiries related to books.A very subtle nod.Ian spoke.But Im not here for a librarian. I want to borrow your wisdom. Somehow, I feel like you might know something.Ian took out a sketch from the information desk and handed it over to her.A brief portrait of a three -second rule girl he encountered before.The researcher vibe was strong. Im sure shes been to the library a lot. The face similar to thisHe emphasized the dark circles under the eyes in the drawing.The height is average.Blink, blink.The librarians semi-transparent eyebrows moved like a camera shutter.I see.She said and handed him a note.In summary, it went like this:Name: ChristinaMajor: Mana EngineeringLocation: Likely in the Mana Engineering students research building.Thank you.Wait.?Again, there.Uh-huh?A student looking for you.She handed him another note.Saint Candidate. Given by Aria.Aria Lumines Bell?Hmm?With a puzzled expression, the girls mouth curled up.Then, she said,Since theres no one inside right now, want to come in for a moment?Id be an honor.Grinning.Christina, who kept raising her mouth corners, closed the research lab door as soon as Ian entered.Then, she immediately took Ians hand.Come this way.She gestured toward a corner table in the lab. Christina took a seat first.Is it a secret from others?With one eye closed, Christina brought her finger to her lips.Its something I show only to special people.She reached into her coat and pulled out a small stone fragment.Its the same as the one I picked up earlier.Christina placed it directly on the table where an experiment apparatus was set up.It began floating halfway, emitting a faint glow.Wow.Although Ian had seen this phenomenon before, he pretended to be surprised.Christinas eyes, which were half-dead before, sparkled like jewels now.How is it? Amazing, right?Yeah, it is. But, umIans face showed a brief moment of contemplation. Christina narrowed her eyes.Heh. Do you also think this is a scam? This is a levitation stone, something that existed only in legends.Levitation stone?Yeah. I actually want it to float a bit more, but its not easy. Im thinking about some conditions, and if improved, it might float perfectly.At the mention of the fascinating compound, Ians eyes lit up.His goal was precisely the formula for that compound.Indeed, impressive research. Ive thought from our first meeting that youre not ordinary.HeheheChristina, receiving praise like oil on her lips, became a bit teary-eyed.Seizing the opportunity, Ian asked.About that formula.Sorry, but I cant tell you that.Her gaze turned serious in an instant.Okay. Youve probably tried hundreds or thousands of times to create it. I shouldnt have asked so casually.No, well You might be curious, right? I feel sorry for not being able to answer.Indeed. Ian hadnt expected her to reveal it willingly.It would be stranger if she did.Hmm, rather thanA tilted piece standing on the table.Ian tilted his head.Is this all thats floating?Yeah. It doesnt float perfectly.Not at all?Yeah. I tried really hard, but this was the limit.Ian recalled what he had seen a few hours ago.There was no point going back.The stone fragment he had seen then was clearly floating.Hmm. Did it get influenced when I tested other mobility experiments earlier?He decided to ponder later and focus on the demonstration for now.Ian took out the stone fragment from his pocket.It was floating perfectly earlier.Huh? It cant be!He placed it on her experiment table.Swoosh.The stone fragment hovered silently.H-how did you do this?Christinas eyes filled with complete astonishment.Who are you? Wait, no, what are you?Ian shrugged in place, pretending not to understand.Christina swallowed dryly.Then, in an even softer voice.Um, excuse me. Can you tell me how you did it?Snickering, Ians mouth curled up.Access 10 Chapters ahead of the Novelupdates release on our Patreon.
