Subscriber of the Gods Episode 140
Episode 140. What You Want
‘It certainly paid off in raising my reputation.’
Ethan smiled inwardly as he looked at the stern expression on Matapju’s face.
‘Even if I knew about the corruption of Matapju, I wouldn’t have acted so humble.’
It was a natural thing.
Matapju intentionally turned a blind eye to Tresis’ corruption and reaped numerous benefits behind the scenes.
Matapju wasn’t stupid enough to not know what would happen if it was revealed that he was involved with Tresis’s corruption.
‘I’m sure everything is ready.’
He could have just brushed off all the dust he had on himself and put it on someone else.
If that happens, it will be useless even if someone who knows the truth tries to stab Matapju.
But the current Ethan had a pretty high reputation built up in the Academy.
Fame is power.
‘With such a high reputation, my words will inevitably carry weight. With such a high reputation now, the Matapju will be unable to ignore my words and cover up corruption.’
Ethan’s high reputation forces him to choose the Tower of Eden.
‘It’s important to have a hopeful heart.’
As he was in a high position, he couldn’t help but be wary of the high powers that came with it.
“You want the position of certification examiner?”
At Ethan’s words, Matapju, who had been consistently humble, once again showed off his unique aura.
Even if Ethan knew the whole story about this corruption, this demand was definitely not an easy one to grant.
“That’s exactly what it says. Give the position to my escort sorceress, Ekaterina. As compensation for this matter.”
Ethan didn’t even pay attention to the pressure from the magic wand that was so strong it was almost painful.
Although his mana was noticeably low, Ethan had the breath of a hero.
-Hero’s Breath is activated.
I can withstand any amount of pressure from the rooftops.
“No matter how rude we may have been to you and that escort wizard, we cannot give you this position as a reward. The position of a certification examiner is a very important position. It is not a position that can be given to just anyone. Since it is the most important part of the association, it can only be given to a wizard who is a member of the association. I am sorry, but… … .”
“Then I will join the association.”
Ethan said so and nodded to Yereka. Yereka handed him the parchment.
It was a clean magic parchment with a large failed certification mark.
Matapju’s expression hardened as he read the parchment he was handed.
The Clean Magic written on the parchment was superior to any Clean Magic ever released to the world.
If you can come up with such a clean spell and use it yourself, you are more than qualified to join the Association.
“I think you are qualified to join the association. Then, the issue of being a wizard belonging to the association that you mentioned has been resolved, and your skills have been confirmed with this clean magic.”
“but…….”
“You told me to tell you what I wanted in return. That’s why I told you.”
Ethan shrugged his shoulders as if it was no big deal.
“If you say you can’t give it to me, then like I said before, there is no need for compensation.”
Matapju looked at Ethan. Ethan had an expression on his face that said he really didn’t care if he didn’t receive any reward.
“I came here to register my magic in the first place. As long as I can register my magic properly, I’m fine.”
Ethan added to that.
“But this incident will be remembered for quite a long time.”
Ethan did not directly link the Tower of Mata with corruption.
‘Then there’s no need to scratch it and make a fuss.’
Ethan was determined to remain completely unaware that Matapju was at the center of this corruption.
‘The important thing is to pretend not to know.’
It’s not just about pretending not to know. The important thing is that you pretend not to know something even though you know it.
From Matapju’s perspective, this could have been a turning point.
Will you reward Ethan or not?
‘If the top boss gives a reward, I might feel like an accomplice. I’m the one covering up this corruption.’
That was also what Ethan wanted.
The world is not made up of only enemies and allies.
Also, if you make enemies, you always have to watch the back of their heads.
‘so.’
As long as it’s not to the extent of completely trampling on the opponent, it’s like they’re on their own.
They are so close that they don’t even think of each other as enemies.
‘It’s better to be on good terms with others, except when you’re trampling on them.’
Ethan smiled faintly.
In such an atmosphere, it was difficult for Matapju to predict what cards Ethan was holding, so he just naturally frowned.
Ethan, who had been silent for a moment, then opened his mouth. The longer you spend thinking about something, the more useless thoughts can creep in.
‘Quick and easy.’
“Of course, I don’t think that Yekaterina, who suddenly came rolling in, will be able to do the job of a certification examiner well. So, please select a wizard who can help Yekaterina and put him by her side.”
“… …Why do you want this kind of compensation?”
The position of a certification examiner.
It seemed as if he had been working to get this position from the beginning. Matapju had a momentary suspicion of this, but soon dismissed the thought.
Because it didn’t make sense.
And you’re controlling all this just to get the position of certification examiner.
It’s impossible.
So, Matapju put aside his doubts and asked.
“Because I want to give my escort a variety of experiences. He has excellent magical skills, but since I’m a swordsman, I can’t give him a variety of experiences. So I thought it would be better for him to build up his skills in the association.”
Matapju couldn’t help but nod her head at Ethan’s words, which came out naturally and smoothly.
“Isn’t the position of a certification examiner a position where you can see a lot of magic in many ways? It’s a position where you can develop your eye for things. It’s a pretty important position in the association, so you’ll also feel a sense of responsibility.”
“Hmm… … That is true. Then let’s do this. As you said, I will appoint your escort, Yekaterina, to the position of certification examiner. In return, I will have a magician from the association by my side who can help with the certification examiner’s duties.”
Matapju looked at Ethan.
And then I was sure. Ethan already knew everything. He made the best choice given the circumstances.
It was a bit sudden to have Ethan’s escort as a certification examiner, but if you think about it another way, it could be a great benefit to the Matapju.
You can have a strong ally named Ethan, and a magician with endless growth potential named Yekaterina join the association.
After quickly finishing his calculations, Matapju nodded and held out his hand.
“Please take care of me.”
“Thank you for accepting my sudden request.”
Ethan emphasized the word “request” even more. At those words, Matapju’s stiff expression became much more relaxed.
“Miss Scarlett St. Pierre, I will definitely take care of this matter. I am sorry for the inconvenience.”
“Oh, no, no. I’m just glad things worked out.”
Scarlett looked bewildered. She seemed to have never expected things to turn out this way.
It didn’t go as planned, but I was able to achieve what I wanted.
“And Miss Yekaterina, from now on, I ask you to take good care of me as the new certification examiner of our magic association. There will be a lot of hard work, but these are problems that can be solved little by little.”
What could have easily become a big issue ended up as just an incident.
Tiring-!
-You have achieved the achievement!
– [Unbelievable Deal] Likes earned for completing the achievement.
– Got ‘5’ likes!
Ethan smiled and checked his reward. Five likes. This was some kind of deal targeting the Tower of Heaven.
The achievement was achieved because it was a deal that was only beneficial to Ethan.
‘It was a good deal.’
Mirhak, who was watching this whole scene from behind Ethan who was smiling, felt a thrill.
As a merchant, I could see Ethan’s ability to make boards even better.
Making a board is something any merchant can do.
But I have never heard or seen a board made to this level.
Where on earth did this guy Ethan Wickers come from?
Where does planning begin and where does improvisation end?
Clearly, the reason Ethan came to the Magic Association was to obtain magic certification.
But then a variable arose. To Mirhak, it seemed as if Ethan had recklessly assaulted the certification examiner in order to block that variable.
And the aftermath had to end with Mirhak.
But the results were strange.
Ethan took the initiative in the situation and eventually stood in front of Matapju.
And then, in front of Matapju, he received everything he wanted.
Even the magical certification that was the original purpose was definitely achieved.
This wasn’t something you could call luck. If you could get this much profit just from luck, you’d probably just pick a bunch of lucky guys when you pick merchants at the top.
Leaving the room of the Matapju behind, Mirhak asked Ethan quietly.
“Did you plan it all from the beginning?”
Ethan just smiled at Mirhak.
“Mirhak, please take good care of the aftermath. Please make sure to deal with Tresis.”
If I leave the aftermath to the rooftop, it will definitely be handled half-heartedly. So I planned to leave the aftermath to Garnet.
Mirhak quickly answered that certain appearance.
“……yes!”
Mirhak could be certain of this.
Yuna Garnet’s eyes are never wrong.
* * *
Clean magic was officially registered with the Magic Association.
Now, Yeerika’s clean magic has been attributed to her under the name Yekaterina.
-[Clean Magic] The unique magic of the sorceress Yekaterina.
Yeerika smiled at the parchment with the seal of the Magic Association.
“You’ve come a step closer, Yeerika. Now your abilities are important.”
Ethan said.
“Can I do it well?”
“Don’t worry. I trust you.”
Traces of the great wizard Hecate remain within this magic association. If the original quest was true, the core of the quest would have been to find Hecate’s traces and stop Yeurika’s rampage.
‘If Yeerika finds traces of Hecate, she will be able to fully understand magic.’
Furthermore, we will be able to learn more in detail about how our grandfather suffered an unjust death.
‘My skills will improve a lot more than they are now. In addition, I have a position as a certification examiner, so it will be a great help to me when I continue my business in the future.’
Although Hecate has now become a public enemy on the continent and her honor has been tarnished even after her death, there are still quite a few people within the Association who acknowledge the magic that Hecate has accomplished.
“Find Hecate’s traces. And find out exactly who your enemy is. In the meantime, I will prepare to lift your third-stage ban.”
“Okay. I’ll trust you, Ethan, who trusts me.”
* * *
After entrusting a big mission to Yeorika.
Ethan gave Mirhak the certificate of clean magic. Now, the clean magic business will begin in earnest through Yuna.
“i look forward to.”
“Yes! I will report to Yuna right away so that we can start business right away.”
After Mirhak left, only Shudlen and Scarlett remained.
Shudlen’s expression brightened. She seemed even more motivated as she had to guard Yerikha alone while she was away for a while.
“Thank you so much, Ethan.”
Scarlett looked at the parchment with a look of excitement. Her dyeing magic had been officially recognized by the Society.
It was almost as if he had declared that this dyeing magic was a surefire magic.
“It’s just beginning, Scarlett. Now that you’ve been certified by the Association.”
Ethan said with a smirk.
“It’s time to get certified across the continent.”
‘It’s time to sit on the money cushion.’
fantasy,
