A Core Ship From The Start
Chapter 1099 - Chapter 1099 Chapter 753 Difficult Problem_3

Chapter 1099: Chapter 753 Difficult Problem_3 Chapter 1099: Chapter 753 Difficult Problem_3 “Do you realize how preposterous your condition is? A Magic Seal is the cornerstone of a Magician Family, and it’s impossible to transplant it to an outsider with an unknown origin and identity, even if that child possesses a very unique magical attribute. Of course, some declining families might agree to your request, but in my opinion, Magic Seals from families that have already declined are not worth transplanting.”

Aozaki Mikan lit another cigarette and put it in her mouth.

“What about you then?”

“Me? I don’t have a Magic Seal.”

“What?”

Alice Phil couldn’t help but be surprised by Aozaki Mikan’s response.

“Miss Aozaki… you don’t have a Magic Seal? But you’re clearly a Crown…”

“Not having a Magic Seal doesn’t mean I can’t study magic.”

Aozaki Mikan snorted coldly.

“A Magic Seal is just a tool. Even without it, I can still reach the Root.”

Though Aozaki Mikan’s voice sounded calm, there was still a hint of annoyance mixed within.

“I see…”

Upon hearing Aozaki Mikan’s answer, Duanmu Huai pondered for a moment.

“So you’re saying, even without a Magic Seal, there’s no problem, right?”

“Theoretically, that’s true. If you can disregard the seals designated by the Magic Association, you can do whatever you want, just like I’m doing now.”

Might makes right, it seems this principle applies in any world.

“To tell you the truth, even if I introduce you to those families, there wouldn’t be any benefit.”

Aozaki Mikan put her glasses back on and her manner of speaking returned to being casual.

“Magic Seals are the core of each family, and outsiders have no idea in what form they exist or how they are transplanted. Besides, your request is quite surprising…”

“Then, as a Crown Magician, can you give us some advice?”

“Advice…”

“Of course, it’s not for free.”

Watching Aozaki Mikan in thought, Duanmu Huai knew well what she was considering. He stretched out his hand and pulled out a pocket, which he placed on the table– the pocket unraveled, spilling jewels out like a fountain. Even Aozaki Mikan paused for a moment at the sight.

She then looked up curiously, her gaze shifting between the jewels and Duanmu Huai.

“Interesting. I was just wondering why you came to me with this matter and not the Einzberns? Isn’t that one behind you an Einzbern Puppet?”

“We have already severed ties with the Einzbern Family.”

“Is that so…”

Listening to Alice Phil’s answer, Aozaki Mikan thought for a moment then looked at Duanmu Huai.

“The person you mentioned before, wouldn’t happen to be the child of you and Miss Alice Phil, would it?”

“…Hah?”

“What?”

Caught off guard by Aozaki Mikan’s question, Duanmu Huai was stunned, and a blush crept over Alice Phil’s cheeks.

“Isn’t that the case? I thought you had a child with Miss Alice Phil and were seeking protection for them. After all, a magician who is willing to pay so much, sincere and righteous, is quite rare.”

“You have quite the imagination.”

Duanmu Huai swiftly changed the subject. As a Judge, he certainly understood that Aozaki Mikan’s jest wasn’t just for fun but also an inquiry into their origins.

“Well? I’m merely purchasing a few pieces of advice.”

“Aren’t you afraid I’ll deceive you?”

“Heh, feel free to give it a try.”

Watching the red-haired Magician before him, Duanmu Huai let out a cold laugh, jokingly thinking that if this guy dared to play any tricks, Duanmu Huai would twist her head off on the spot.

“How interesting…”

Facing the murderous intent emanating from Duanmu Huai, Aozaki Mikan was not intimidated at all; on the contrary, she narrowed her eyes and revealed an amused smile.

“I do have an idea, quite risky but entertaining, and for that child you mentioned, it should also be beneficial.”

“Oh?”

“Did you know? It’s said that not long ago, the head of the Mineralogy department at the Clock Tower, Kenneth El-Melloi Archibald, died unexpectedly, apparently along with his fiancee in this Far Eastern island country.”

“………..?”

Duanmu Huai and Alice Phil exchanged puzzled looks. Of course, they didn’t know that Kenneth was actually LANCER’s Master and had intended to leave Fuyuki and withdraw from the Holy Grail War after LANCER had been annihilated by Duanmu Huai. However, he was ordered to be killed by a deranged Tokiomi Tohsaka, who commanded ASSASSIN–after all, ASSASSIN had been monitoring each Master since the beginning of the Holy Grail War, so Kenneth’s movements certainly couldn’t escape Tokiomi Tohsaka’s eyes.

“Alas, the El-Melloi Family is quite unfortunate right now, with the death of their talented prodigy. The life-and-death competition in the Clock Tower won’t allow the El-Melloi Family to slack off. Without support, the family might just be crushed.”

“That doesn’t seem to have much to do with me.”

Duanmu Huai spoke up, having no interest in meddling with any affairs of the Clock Tower.

“True, but not necessarily.”

Aozaki Mikan gazed at Duanmu Huai with a mischievous smile.

“I’ve heard that Monarch came to this island country specifically to participate in the Holy Grail War–the ritual of summoning Heroic Spirits from Ancient Times, battling each other to ultimately obtain the Holy Grail. To think that in the end he would die in a foreign land, quite pitiful, isn’t it?”

“………..!”

Hearing this, Alice Phil’s complexion subtly changed, while Duanmu Huai crossed his arms and raised an eyebrow.

“So you knew from the start.”

“Of course, it’s just that I heard Heroic Spirits were only supposed to exist during the ritual. I didn’t expect them to appear after the ceremony ended…”

“The Great Holy Grail has already been dismantled.”

Duanmu Huai firmly cut off Aozaki Mikan’s words.

“You won’t find anything if you go there now.”

“I’m not interested in the Holy Grail War.”

Aozaki Mikan snorted lightly, leaning back in her chair.

“Now, here’s my suggestion… The Clock Tower has always been trying to recreate ancient magic, and you happen to have a Magician from the Age of God by your side…”

“You mean to have me use Medea to negotiate with the Clock Tower?”

“Exactly, the El-Melloi Family urgently needs help right now. If you can take this opportunity to lead the El-Melloi Family and become one of the twelve Monarchs, then you can strike a deal with the Clock Tower. And your child could receive a formal Magician’s education at the Clock Tower, without worrying about being Designated for Sealing, since the Clock Tower is one of the three main institutions of the Magic Association.”

I see.

Nodding at this, Duanmu Huai understood.

“Then, what’s in it for you?”

“Of course, if you can succeed, I hope you will help me cancel my Designated Sealing… After all, even as a Crown Magician at the pinnacle of Magicians, dealing with the Magic Association’s warrant is still quite troublesome.”

“So that’s your condition.”

Duanmu Huai naturally understood the implication in Aozaki Mikan’s words; even now, as a Crown Magician at the peak of Magicians, she found the Magic Association’s Designated Sealing a thorny issue. One could imagine that if Sakura were designated, things would only get worse.

“I’ll consider it.”

After pondering for a moment, Duanmu Huai nodded.

“Thank you for the advice.”