A Genius Boy Who Was Exiled From His Family Home for “Not Being Able To Use Magic” Becomes a Witch’s Apprentice and Masters All Magic in the Right Way. This Is How You Use Your Magic, You Know?

Chapter 179. Domain

This magic has no incantation.

Just like the magic he once created, the incantation was a powerful phrase optimized to activate the spell as quickly as possible.

However, there wasn’t enough time to condense it to that level.

But──it’s not a problem.

Even without an incantation, magic can be activated if there’s time.

And… Liliana’s magic is one that allows for time to be taken and is worth the effort.

“──”

The magic he once created took the form of a sword.

This was because he sought “power” when creating it, resulting in its manifestation as flames and a great sword.

──Then, what form would Liliana’s magic take?

After envisioning the answer and reaching the peak of concentration.

She inhaled deeply to bring forth the magic she wished for and that her mentor had created.

And she declared the name of her magic.

“Spell, reenactment──[Stardust Inferius]!”

Thus it was spoken… a solemn magical oath, too heavy for the lips of a delicate girl.

Its eerie resonance caused the knights of the Northern Alliance, who were just about to charge at the Harvist soldiers, to momentarily falter.

But of course, they couldn’t afford to hesitate, and they resumed their assault.

Liliana, unfazed, continued to prepare her spell.

“──Omnipresent Domain, activate.”

At the moment the words were spoken──

A complex magic circle appeared above her [Emerald Tablet] and expanded rapidly.

It spread out, anchoring itself to the ground, growing wide and vast enough to entirely envelop the area where the Harvist soldiers stood.

“──Inheritance Ritual, initiate.”

With another declaration, a change occurred among the people around her.

In the hands of every single Harvist soldier──an emerald disk appeared.

Though its glow was somewhat dim and simplified, it was undoubtedly an [Emerald Tablet].

Magic that was theoretically usable by anyone. However, on its own, it held no meaning and required tremendous skill to master.

Yet Liliana granted this to the soldiers and uttered the next words.

“──Bestowal Procedure, selection.”

What appeared next was a white light.

It emerged as if rising from her [Emerald Tablet], which she raised high above her head──

And she proclaimed her final words with clarity.

“Install──[Para Mistle Teinn]!”

In that instant, the light above her burst.

It rained down evenly on everyone within the magic circle she had deployed.

At the same time, the knights of the Northern Alliance, now charging, finally entered the spell’s range.

Though cautious of the strange scene before them, they believed their overwhelming strength would crush whatever stood in their way.

They began preparing their magic to strike──

At that moment.

The hundred or so Harvist soldiers surrounding Liliana raised their hands simultaneously.

And all of them unleashed the Magic Bullets.

“──────!?”

It was far too──absurd.

Anyone familiar with magic would doubt their eyes; the sight before them seemed more like an illusion than reality.

Yet the sheer volume and scorching heat of the incoming magic bullets were undeniably real.

The knights of the Northern Alliance hastily deployed defensive magic, but… these were Bloodline Magic attacks. Naturally, they couldn’t block them entirely──

Impact.

A tremendous roar echoed as the leading knights of the charge were literally ‘blown away’.

The booming sound subsided, and a dense cloud of dust filled the air.

As the dust settled, a resolute voice rang across the battlefield.

“──You would do well to prepare yourselves.”

Standing before the stunned Northern Alliance knights.

A young girl with vibrant red hair fluttering in the wind.

Despite her small stature, she exuded dignity beyond her years, surveying the battlefield with countless subordinates at her command.

“These people… are no longer the same soldiers you have trampled over until now. They are, without a doubt, an army of magicians. Do you have the resolve to face them?”

The young princess, now the ruler of the battlefield.

Her overwhelming arrogance was matched by the undeniable magic she displayed as she posed her challenge.

The magic Hermes once created took the form of a sword.

This was because he sought power… the power of himself as an individual.

It was a manifestation of his desire.

──Then, what form would Liliana’s magic take?

She was a leader who guided people, a protector of her citizens, and a royal guardian of the place where her subjects entrusted their hearts.

Thus, naturally.

The form of her magic could only be one thing──a ‘domain.’

Thus was born her magic, [Stardust Inferius].

Its effect──to grant specific magic to everyone within a certain range who possessed an [Emerald Tablet].

It was a spell to create a domain.

The idea stemmed from two sources.

First, the ‘inheritance’ ability inherent to the [Emerald Tablet].

This function allowed magic, theoretically usable by anyone, to be temporarily bestowed upon others.

With this concept in mind, Hermes considered Liliana’s suggestion.

──Could the same be done with other magic?

In other words, the inheritance of magic beyond the [Emerald Tablet].

The second idea came from the Liberation of [Ars Paulina] shown by Sara during the academy incident.

That magic gave ‘seeds’ to those she healed, allowing her to collect magic power offered by others at their own will.

If so, could the opposite be done? Could something be given instead of taken?

The [Emerald Tablet] compensated for the seed functionality.

With this connection, the inheritance of magic was made possible.

Based on these two ideas, Liliana’s vision was realized, and Hermes developed the spell to completion.

A magic that created a domain, establishing magical connections mediated by the [Emerald Tablet] within it.

Through this connection, magic could be inherited.

The effects were immense.

First and foremost, all chosen allies within the domain gained the ability to──as just demonstrated──use bloodline magic.

Additionally, the magic power consumed when using the inherited bloodline magic was borne by the user.

This meant that dreams of large-scale bloodline magic barrages──which would have been impossible for a single mage alone──were now achievable.

Just as shown moments ago.

Conclusion, this magic. It’s a rule-breaking existence that makes “magic for the chosen” a thing of the past──

──Or so it seemed when wrapped up in grandiose rhetoric.

In truth, it’s not nearly as extraordinary as it sounds. Inevitably, it comes with some rather heavy restrictions.

First is the matter of what magic can be inherited.

From the fact that Liliana mentioned [Para Mistle Teinn], one can infer that──strictly speaking, the magic isn’t the bloodline magic itself.

In fact, it’s practically a completely different entity──no, to put it bluntly, it’s been downgraded for the sake of utility.

The reason for this drastic measure is, naturally, the unique nature of bloodline magic. Transforming magic passed exclusively through lineage into something anyone can inherit comes at a cost, forcing significant simplifications to make it broadly usable.

Compared to the original──Hermes’s [Mistle Teinn], its power is likely only a tenth of the original, at best.

Moreover, even that level of simplification isn’t easy.

Hermes himself remarked:

‘[Just getting [Mistle Teinn] to work was my limit. This is the magic I know best, so making other spells usable would take an extraordinary amount of time… Honestly, I can’t even imagine it happening right now.’

That’s how difficult this process is.

Frankly, the fact that Hermes managed to fulfill Liliana’s near-impossible request at all is beyond reason.

Then there’s the second issue.

A truly fatal flaw──one reflected in the cold sweat that Liliana is desperately trying to hide as she glares at the Northern Alliance soldiers.

(…This is absolutely brutal…!!)

Outwardly, she maintains a dignified composure, locking eyes with the enemy knights.

Inwardly, she’s fighting tooth and nail to keep from collapsing, cold sweat pouring down her back.

…Yes. The simple yet utterly fatal flaw of this magic:

──Its mana consumption is absurdly high.

(How much does this magic demand!? It feels like I’m being drained of blood…! Not that I’ve ever experienced that, but I’m sure it feels exactly like this!)

Even she, born a royal with exceptional natural talent and possessing mana reserves far beyond the average person, can’t help but silently complain about the drain.

And the rate of consumption continues as long as the domain is active. At best, she might manage a few minutes before reaching her limit.

The mana drain isn’t only her problem.

…It also affects the soldiers behind her.

The [Para Mistle Teinn] they just fired is still technically a Bloodline Magic. Yet despite its power being a mere fraction of the original, its mana consumption is almost identical──an outrageous imbalance.

For soldiers whose mana capacity is far inferior to a bloodline mage, most of them won’t last beyond ten more shots before depleting their reserves.

Which is why, in truth, they don’t have the luxury of standing here with such a calm demeanor.

To put it bluntly, they’re bluffing heavily. But still──

(──Even so! This is the path I’ve chosen to walk……!)

Resolute, unwavering.

Liliana makes her silent declaration.

Indeed, the flaws are many.

She knows all too well that her contribution is limited to providing the initial idea, leaving all the complex work to her master. Even now, she’s simply using the magic as instructed, with no true understanding of it.

It’s only natural──Liliana has been delving into magic for barely a month. There’s no way such a short time could make her a master of anything.

But──even so.

Even if it’s imperfect, even if it’s only a start──to enable anyone to use bloodline magic.

This scene she’s brought to life now is the first step toward her dream.

She’ll work to reduce the consumption, to handle the parts she’s left to her master. She’ll continue refining her skills until she can master the universalization that is the core of this magic.

And──as her determination burns even brighter, she makes another vow.

…Once, she called Hermes a trailblazer.

He’s someone who carves paths where none existed, venturing into the unexplored depths of magic.

That is his way of being.

…If so, then she will──

Take the paths he carves and pave them for others.

Turn them into roads that anyone can walk, sharing what he’s discovered and created with many.

This magic, the universalization of bloodline magic, is the ultimate embodiment of that ideal.

And someday──

Though she can now only grant magic through this domain, one day, she’ll enable everyone to walk the path of magical mastery on their own. Everyone will chase after him.

This will create a prosperous nation where many can benefit fully from his legacy──and at its forefront, she will proclaim:

──”Isn’t my master amazing!?”

(For that first step! I cannot afford to falter──!)

With a strong, renewed declaration,

She raises her head. Unyielding to the mana drain and exhaustion, she stands tall──a figure to inspire her allies and strike awe into her enemies.

“Behold, and sear this into your eyes! Liliana Joseph von Eustia──showing you the future of this nation’s magicians!”

The Harvist soldiers rally with renewed vigor at her words, while most of the Northern Alliance knights are already hesitant.

Steadily assessing the situation, Liliana thinks:

(──As planned. I’ve done my part.)

At the very least, she has successfully pinned down the Northern Alliance’s regular forces here.

Outnumbered by several magnitudes, her small troop has managed to hold their ground.

…Now, all that’s left is for her to trust those who can’t be stopped by mere numbers──the incomparably powerful bloodline mages.

(I leave it to you, Master──!)

Placing her faith in her brilliant allies,

She watches silently as Hermes and the others advance, ready to confront foes of extraordinary power──

The archbishop of unfathomable strength and a colossal sword-wielder like no other.

…Even so,

Trusting the bond they’ve built throughout their journey, she gazes at their departing figures with quiet confidence.