Chapter 68: Disciple is Indeed So Thoughtful

Lynn crossed his arms, the corners of his mouth curling up, saying nothing.

Snap. Nanako’s ahoge stood up instantly. She glanced secretly at Lynn.

Disciple seems... to have many thoughts again...

Indeed. The fact that Disciple actively wanted to come along shows he cares about the Origin Source here. It seems that to solve the curse here, I still have to start with Disciple!

[ Several Hours Later ]

Inside the Inn.

Nanako, having returned to her original appearance, quickly locked the door. She lay on the bed and covered herself with the quilt.

"If I ask Disciple directly, he will definitely suspect me."

Nanako’s brain spun fast. She said seriously: "Then, to find the method to solve the curse from Disciple... I can only start from Disciple's Other Identity!"

Correct! Nanako immediately thought of the Frost Ruler (Goddess) that her disciple transformed into.

Since she couldn't ask her disciple directly... Why not ask the "Frost Goddess" directly? After all, nominally, she was also her Teacher!

Saying that. Nanako closed her eyes, trying to clear her mind and enter a meditative state.

Then she chanted silently in her heart.

"O Great Frost Ruler, Nanako praises you, Nanako calls for you, Nanako requests to enter your great abode... asking for your powerful protection and pity!"

Yes. Last time she left, the Frost Ruler gave her a method to enter the Plane of Ice. That was to praise that Great Existence in her heart!!

But every time she recited these Chuunibyou lines, Nanako had to fight a long internal battle. Because every time, she would think of her Disciple's bad, improper smile.

Then the lines would become very strange in her head: "O Great Disciple, Nanako praises you, Nanako calls for you, Nanako requests to enter your great abode... asking for your powerful protection and pity!"

(▼ヘ▼#)

Really! Every time I have to struggle mentally for a long time before I can say it! Ahhh!!

[ Meanwhile: Another Room ]

Lynn, who was slouching on a chair like a corpse, suddenly paused. Then, his Loli Master's devout call echoed in his mind.

"O Great Frost Ruler, Nanako praises you, Nanako calls for you, Nanako requests to enter your great abode..."

Hahahahaha! (???)?

Sure enough. Exactly as I guessed. Loli Master is used to going to the Ice Plane to find her Teacher whenever she encounters something she can't solve!

That's a good girl! After all, with such a powerful Senior backing you, of course you should use it reasonably.

I really can't wait to see the expression on Loli Master's face after I reveal my identity!

Lynn smirked. Zip. His body vanished from the room instantly, reappearing in the Palace of Ice.

Wind howled. Snow rolled. Lynn immediately transformed into the Frost Goddess, sat high on the throne, and smiled faintly.

He snapped his fingers gently. Snap.

Nanako, who was in a meditative state, was instantly teleported into this Plane of Ice. Her petite body slowly appeared.

Before Nanako even opened her eyes, that great and elegant voice rang in her ears.

"Long time no see, Nanako. It seems your strength has improved greatly."

The voice was ethereal and distant. Nanako opened her eyes. She immediately saw the dignified and elegant Goddess sitting on the throne. Smiling, gentle, and holy. No matter how you looked at her, she was pure sanctity.

If she didn't know it was her Disciple's Alt Account (Sockpuppet)... Nanako would have almost been deceived by this image again!

Calm down. Calm down. Nanako, you can do this.

Nanako took a deep breath. Then she raised her head devoutly, looking with admiration in her eyes.

"Teacher, Nanako has been studying hard, striving to inherit Teacher's legacy. Nanako won't embarrass Teacher."

[ Inner Voice ] [ Hahahaha! Dog Loli, you finally have this day! ] [ Rise, rise. No need to be polite. It's the thought that counts. Hearing you say this, your Master is very gratified! ]

Nanako ground her teeth. Click click. Even the self-address has changed!

Lynn maintained that dignified smile and stood up slowly.

"Nanako, if Teacher guesses correctly, you must have encountered some trouble in the real world, right? Is it the Origin Source?"

Otherwise what?! Otherwise what?!!

Looking at the profound expression on this Goddess's face, Nanako wanted to scream. Disciple, you are right beside me! Don't you know already?!

But although she thought so, she couldn't show it on the outside. Nanako looked shocked. "Teacher, you... You know everything?"

[ Inner Voice ] [ Of course I know. Because I am right beside you. I am your beloved Disciple~ →_→ ]

[ Inner Voice ] [ No! Must be serious. Must appear profound. I need to deepen Loli Master's worship of me! ]

Nanako: "???!!!"

Lynn smiled gracefully. "Because I saw your heart, Nanako. You encountered an anomaly in Lakeside Town. Your companions were affected by the Origin Source. You want to help them return to normal. This worries you, so you came to seek Teacher's help."

"Am I right? Child."

The voice was so gentle, like a soft evening breeze. Combined with that ethereal image, it was indescribably mysterious and powerful. Like an omniscient and omnipotent God who knew everything in the world...

Nanako forced herself not to expose him and said with shock: "Yes... Yes. As expected, nothing can be hidden from Teacher's eyes..."

[ Inner Voice ] [ Of course! Of course! After all, your Master is the Great Omniscient and Omnipotent Frost Ruler! Hahaha hic! ]

[ Inner Voice ] [ Let me think. If I speak again now, my 'Style' (Bigger) will drop~ ] [ So what I should show now is... Hmm... ]

Then. A profound, unfathomable smile appeared on the face of the Frost Ruler (Lynn). That wise and tranquil expression seemed to say, "Words are unnecessary."

[ Inner Voice ] [ Let me turn up the Special Effects a bit~ ]

Instantly, the faint halo of ice behind Lynn became brighter and more dazzling. Elevating the Goddess's style to a higher level.

Seeing this, Nanako was stunned.

This... This... Dog Disciple, don't go too far! Nanako is holding back from laughing/exposing you with great difficulty! Don't challenge Master's limit!

"Child." The voice was soft and ethereal. "If you have troubles, speak them out. Teacher will always be the powerful Ruler standing behind you."

[ Inner Voice ] [ Correct. Correct. Disciple will always be the unattainable man standing behind you~ (Melancholy) (Sigh) ]

Nanako stared blankly.

This... This... I beg you... My cute Disciple... I know you want to maintain this profound image in front of Master...

But please, can you speak in a slightly normal tone? Master really can't hold it anymore... And if you didn't have so many atmosphere-destroying inner thoughts, everything would be negotiable!

Nanako took a few deep breaths. Hold it! Hold it!

Nanako raised her head devoutly, clasped her hands together, and said with worry:

"Thank you, Teacher. Disciple truly hopes to get your help. The residents in the town are cursed by the Origin Source, but Disciple doesn't know ancient magic at all, so I'm at a loss..."

Lynn smiled faintly, dignified and elegant.

"You really should learn some knowledge about the Origin Source now. This book is for you."

He waved his hand elegantly. Instantly. Under Nanako’s gaze, a book emitting a faint glow floated slowly to her side.

Nanako paused and reached out to take it. The cover read: 【 The Origin Codex (Deluxe Edition) 】

Nanako’s eyes widened instantly, and she quickly opened the codex. It was densely packed with many incomprehensible characters. At a glance, one could tell it was an ancient and powerful secret tome.

Nanako’s face filled with surprise. Could it be that this is the classic recording Origin Magic? Disciple is truly knowledgeable without bounds! And he actually gave me such a thick tome directly. Disciple really loves me! Mwah!

"Teacher!" Nanako blinked, pleasantly surprised. "Does this contain the knowledge of Origin Magic? It doesn't seem like much!"

Lynn (Goddess) shook his head. "No, Nanako. What you are holding is just the Table of Contents."

He extended his hand and pointed to the side. "THAT is all the knowledge of Origin Magic."

Nanako looked in that direction doubtfully.

Thud thud thud thud—— Instantly, on the open ground beside her, countless books fell from a light screen like dumplings dropping into a pot.

One ton. Two tons. Three tons.

Soon, the open space was piled high with countless books, forming a small mountain.

"..."

"..."

Brief silence. Nanako stood frozen. The Table of Contents in her hand fell to the ground. Clatter.

She walked over sluggishly and reached out a trembling small hand. Gently pulled out a thin book from the middle.

Rumble—— The mountain of books collapsed instantly, burying Nanako directly inside.

(ΩДΩ)!!!

Too many! This is way too many!!

After struggling to climb out of the sea of books, Nanako asked in a daze: "So many Origin books... Teacher, did you write all of these?"

Lynn (Goddess) shook his head slightly and smiled. "No, Nanako. This is the collection of Origin Magic tomes compiled with great effort by a very knowledgeable Mage on your continent a thousand years ago. Teacher only collected a part of it."

Hearing this, Nanako was shocked. So, Disciple didn't write these! Scared me to death! I thought Disciple was truly knowledgeable without limits! It seems there were many capable people on the Violet Continent back then!

Nanako asked hopefully: "Teacher, dare I ask who is the existence that compiled so much Origin knowledge..."

The corner of Lynn’s mouth curled up.

"It is none other than the Great Violet Monarch, my child."

"..."

"..."

The wind blew past Nanako’s dumbfounded expression.

Lynn paced, looked up at the sky at a 45-degree angle, eyes filled with reverence.

"Child, you must always have the heart of an apprentice. I once briefly came into contact with that King of your Violet Continent. I can say, that was the only human being Teacher truly admired from the bottom of my heart."

"His knowledge was so vast that even Teacher could not catch up. Even as the Frost Ruler, I often had to ask that Great Existence for advice on many issues regarding Ice Magic and Laws."

He turned his head, looking gently at Nanako.

"Child, if there is a chance, remember to set up a memorial tablet at home and recite his name often in your heart. Your King will watch over you."

Nanako said sluggishly: "O... Okay..."

So... Why can you praise your other Sockpuppet so fluently while wearing a Sockpuppet? Isn't that just you?!

By the way, Disciple, with so many alt accounts, won't you get split personalities?! Master has already discovered two of them!

Lynn finished his melancholic act, turned, and looked down at Nanako with a smile.

"You can slowly comprehend these books. No rush. If you want to solve the Origin Curse you encountered this time, Teacher recommends you read these few..."

A shimmer of light flashed. Several glowing books appeared in Nanako’s hands.

《 Complete Guide to Origin Extraction and Synthesis 》 《 Basic Alchemy Tomes Necessary for Curse Breaking 》 《 A Thing or Two About Quickly Replenishing Nutrients After Being Drained by an Evil Dragon (Origin Version) 》 《 Quick Start Guide to Basic Origin Curses 》

Nanako paused. Her gaze landed on the third tome. "Being drained by an Evil Dra..."

Swish. Before she could read it out, the book was instantly snatched back by Lynn at an unimaginable speed.

Lynn maintained his smile, dignified and elegant. "Alright, child. Go back and study these books carefully. Everything you need is here."

Nanako stared at her empty hand, confused. "Teacher, what was that book just now about being drained by an Evil Dragon..."

Lynn smiled. "Evil Dragon? There are no Evil Dragons here, child."

"No..." Nanako gestured with wide eyes. "Being drained or something... that book..."

Lynn maintained that dignified smile. "Child, you are too tired. Go back and rest quickly!"

"No, I mean..."

"Don't you still have to help your companions lift the curse? Don't waste too much time here!"

"Eh, wait a minute..."

Nanako wanted to ask something more, but was instantly sent back to her bedroom.

Flash. She opened her eyes. Nanako sat up from the bed, looking around blankly.

"Am I back?" Then she saw three thick books in her hands.

Nanako’s eyes showed hope. Although every time I go there, I have to watch Disciple pretend to be cool in front of me... But regardless. There is finally a solution to this curse.

But, I still feel Disciple has many secrets. Nanako frowned slightly, puzzled. Isn't Disciple usually very lazy? Why does his research on Origin Source seem so deep...

Nanako shook her head, stopping her thoughts. The urgent task now is to find the method to lift the curse!

She quickly opened the tome, eyes full of motivation. One page. Two pages. Serious and focused.

Soon, Nanako discovered the difference between Origin Source and Magic. If it were current Magic, as long as you are strong enough, you can forcibly wipe out the curse from the outside using Dispel Magic. But in the Origin System, once a curse is cast, it cannot be removed.

You want to relieve the effect? Either die. Or use potions to cast a new Reverse Origin Magic on yourself. For example, if you are turned into a pig, to turn back, you can only drink a potion that turns "Pigs into Humans." In fact. If you gave this potion to a real pig, it would also turn into a human.

"Such weird Origin Magic... It can fundamentally change a person's existence..."

"Potion recipe... Hmm... Let me see..." "Dragon Tongue Grass, Eight-Forked Flower, 15 grams of Pure Origin Source, 5 grams of the Cursed One's blood..."

She recorded carefully with a pen.

But when she turned to the next page, she froze. Because she found that the paper on the next page was slightly yellowed, and the handwriting was completely different. Was there a mistake during binding? Or...

She frowned slightly and read it out doubtfully.

"Origin Version of Hindu Divine..." (Note: Implies "Hindu Divine Oil" / Aphrodisiac).

"Is it some kind of auxiliary medicine recipe? Disciple is indeed so thoughtful..."

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