I Reincarnated But Will Try To Live Without Using My Cheat Ability - CH 303

Nothing much has changed since that day.

It seems that they thought that my state of mind had changed because of the teacher’s death.

I guess you could call it a change in my state of mind.

I don’t think things have been particularly tense between me and Mil.

She seems to be more concerned about my condition than before.

Then, a scholar from the guild came to see me.

He was in his 40s, had brown hair and brown eyes, and seemed a little nervous.

He was fair-skinned and thin, just like a scholar.

His eyes were sharp and intelligent.

“My name is Patrick Kunou. Thank you for allowing me to conduct this investigation.”

“I am Alfredo Della Scala, the feudal lord. I understand you are here to investigate a new species.”

“Yes, I heard that it is a new species. I had to check it out.”

I had questions than judgments about new species and the like.

“By the way, I would like to ask you something.”

“What is it?”

“How are monsters born?”

Patrick looked at me seriously, but then started laughing with amusement.

“You’re an amusing person. It’s the first time. I’ve never been asked such a fundamental question. With all due respect, I’ll tell you all I know about ……”

Oh …… did it.

My face naturally relaxed.

“Please tell me.”

Patrick coughs and his face turns serious.

“There are two main species of monsters. Those that have been mutated by excessive magic flowing into an existing creature. This is classified as a mutant species, but it is the most numerous. The other is one that occurs naturally in places where special magical power is stagnant. This is classified as a natural species, and seems to be found only in certain areas and dungeons. There are only a few in number and variety, but some of them have been confirmed to be powerful. Because of their strength, they seem to be bound to their territories, and their behavior in places outside of these territories has not been recorded.”

“I kind of understand mutation. But I don’t get what spontaneous generation is. Magic is manifested by the collision of natural magic and internal magic. I don’t understand how a living being can be created by natural magic alone.”

Patrick nodded in amusement.

“Very impressive indeed. I’ve never seen an aristocrat who could connect that much with a theory. I’m going to have to get serious about explaining this.”

Patrick’s smile turned into a straight face.

“The key to spontaneous generation is the direction of the magic. Even natural magic fluctuates in a direction depending on the region and environment. The places where monsters naturally occur are the places where that direction fluctuates and collides. And the magical power that overflows from that collision, combined with various factors, gives birth to monsters.”

“So there are all kinds of factors. But if you want to generate matter, you need a lot of magical power.”

Patrick nodded vigorously, as if he had just received a message of agreement.

“The collision of natural magic is a tremendous force. It’s not as powerful as the Apostles, but we’re not even close enough to it. If the collision takes place in a cemetery, undead will be created, and when new corpses are formed there, the number and types of corpses will increase again. If left unchecked, more and more powerful monsters will be created. Some types evolve, too. Natural species have the property of disturbing the direction of the magic, and they give birth to even more new natural species.”

“I see. By the way, in the case of the undead, does magic flow into the corpse? Ghosts, for example, react to the residue of souls from before they were born.”

Patrick bursts out laughing, as if he were really enjoying himself.

“That’s right. I’d love to spend an evening talking about it. I’d like to talk about it when I’m done with this investigation. This case is probably a natural species. Since this region is undeveloped, I’m naturally guessing that it’s unique ……”

I nodded my head as vigorously as I could, imagining a pleasant future for me, too.

“I would love to talk with you about it. It’s an interesting story. I have so many questions.”

Patrick’s smile changed to a straight face.

He has a serious face when it comes to discussions and explanations.

“I have a feeling the nature of the magic in the Ravenna region is different from the rest.”

“Different?”

“Yes. Not at the level of being able to present it …… And unconsciously, people are drawn to the magic they prefer. I don’t think it’s …… irrelevant that this region has become a refuge for all sorts of people.”

Again, magic here ……

Come to think of it, this world is based on magic.

When it is said that it is also related to the movement of people, I get it.

“You are absolutely right. I, too, have been curious about the peculiarities of this region.”

“Hoh, so you were curious. Living creatures, large and small, feel the power of nature’s magic. It is said that migratory birds fly with the help of natural magic. It is said that the unconscious good and bad one feels about a place is its compatibility with this natural magical force. It is believed that the reason why many people feel nostalgic for their birthplace is because they are familiar with the natural magic of their hometown. Some people will be subconsciously drawn here.”

It’s a very tricky subject.

Do migratory birds rely on natural magic?

I guess this world is all about magic.

“Is there not much research being done on the magical power that affects the world to that extent?”

It’s a true impression.

Patrick shrugged, nodding at my words.

“There’s no direct benefit to studying it.”

I looked up above involuntarily.

“That’s because your research is shallow. If you do a thorough study, the benefits will be tremendous.”

“Does Lord Alfred not support research?”

“If anyone wants to, I will support them.”

Patrick’s eyes lit up.

“Hoho…… then, when I leave the guild, maybe I’ll have Lord Alfred support me in my research.”

You don’t sound as if you’re joking.

“Magic is like the source of the world. If we can utilize it effectively, the world will become a much better place. Of course, there will be some harmful effects that come with it. ……”

“Harmful effects, huh. That’s a very interesting view.”

“I believe that overuse of anything can be harmful. I can’t say exactly how, but …… If you keep cutting down trees in the forest, the forest will die, right? It’s a similar story.”

Patrick folded his arms and pondered.

“I see. So you think there is a basic principle to everything …… Very interesting indeed. You are too good to be a feudal lord. If you were a civilian, I would have scouted you out as a researcher for the guild.”

We laughed at each other, but is there is a basic principle to everything, huh?

Does God operate on such principles, too?

The only thing I know about God is that thing, after all.

Do people’s wishes also become magical power?

If so, it would be nice if a few more people could be saved.

After a heated discussion with Patrick, I sat in my office and pondered the world once again.