Grimoire Acceptance Ceremony

15 Years have passed, and now I'm living at Hage Village, with Father Orsi Orfai and Sister Lily.

I was laughing non-stop when Asta kicked Father Orsi but was scolded at the end. The Church even though it doesn't have much, still manages to get us all fed, and I couldn't stop eating those delicious sweet potatoes made with the love of Sister Lily, who's an angel in disguise.

At a young age, I trained hard to master Ki sensing and manipulation which is hard enough without having a teacher, there was that one time I sneak outside to replicate Goku's signature move Kamehameha, guess what it just took me 3 seconds, can you believe that!

Unexpectedly during this performance, I felt something inside me growing stronger to the point that my eyes started shining with a hint of silver in them, I'm guessing it's a state different from Wrathful rather than anger I felt calm and silent, like an endless void.

I call it "Void State", a base multiplier of 10x.

I had read the comments in the past, talking about how Half Saiyans have more potential than, pureblood, to be honest, it's not entirely surprising, Gohan during the Cell saga turned Super Saiyan 2 to beat Cell, too bad he stopped training, and focus more on his study. Well enough of the chit-chat, let's get right back to the topic at hand.

At 5 years of age was time I started working out secretly because if she ever found out what I was up to I don't know what she'll do to me, "gulp".

Typically I hid in the forest and made some handmade weights using wood as the main material, though I tried using Magic Materialization, to summon steel, but to no avail, maybe because Piccolo never mention how he did it.

So that was one of the objectives I did, other than training all day doing, Ki manipulation, Ki sensing, push up, sit up, squats, 10-kilometer run, and lifting weights, laying down the foundation to get started in mastering techniques, and combat experience.

Asta, on the other hand, was training like a maniac, when I first saw him I thought he was more of a Saiyan than I am, no wonder he could achieve such a feat of superhuman strength.

Yuno, on the other hand, has a high aptitude for magic, but Asta who wasn't loved by mana wasn't disappointed thinking that if he doesn't give up anything was possible.

I was laughed at by some strangers, saying that I was the same as Asta who doesn't have mana. Paid no heed to their slanders 😏 and played along.

Yuno and Asta spoke to me about why did I just let myself be bullied like that, staring at their face I laugh.

HAHAHA, I don't mind it that much so stop making a fuss, there is no point in proving them anything.

BU-, before Asta could utter any words, I muttered "Never let the people decide who you're gonna be that's for you to figure out".

Rubbing their eyes they said, hey Taro I swear your eyes glowed silver just now.

Pfft, your eyes must be playing tricks with you, I slowly walk back to the church.

HEY WAIT UP!

SHUT UP ASTA YOU'RE TOO LOUD.

The Villagers watching as quarrel laugh, HAHAHA, what energetic kids, it reminds me of the good old days when were young and adventurous.

I know right, brings back the memory of how we used to go to the magic knight exam.

The wives seeing the 2 men talk about their lives, became angry because they were not working.

Pinching their ears they said, stop talking about the past and work you lazy old bum.

OUCH, OUCH, OUCH!

Honey, I'll do anything you say, but can you please stop pinching our ear it's starting to turn red.

TALKING BACK TO US ARE YOU!

ARGGHHHH

Serves you right for eavesdropping on us old man.

As I laugh quietly, at The Orphanage Church, Nash, Father Orsi, Sister Lily, Recca, Aruru, and Hollo welcomed us.

Are you guys prepared for the Grimoire Ceremony tomorrow?

I'm so pumped for this, I can't wait!

Yes.

It's not that big of a deal, I said.

She hugged us tightly, it doesn't matter if you don't pass the ceremony just remember that we will always be right here to support you because we're family.

"Grrr"

Is the food ready yet I'm starving?

Barely able to hold her laughter she said.

Taro, dinner is ready don't forget to wash your hands before you eat.

After getting a fair share of food, I went back to bed, sitting I meditate and pictured one of Zoro's swords in Wano Arc called "Enma" a material composition of wood as the sheath covered in violet tsuka wrapped in samegawa, while the sword itself made out of carbon steel 1090, containing high durability, burning point, and takes a long time to rust.

Outside Taro's hand started to summon a sword that's currently vibrating at high intensity and pressure can be seen leaking out of the sword.

Waking up, one can see a majestic sword decorated in a flower shape pattern and the edges are like waves rippling in the sea, not forgetting the sword belt made of leather to hold it against my waist.

Pretty neat sword if I say so myself, probably the best idea to test it out tomorrow, not wanting to cause a commotion in the middle of the night, I gradually fall asleep.

"Yawn"

Is it morning already?

Getting out of bed I heard Asta, Yuno, Nash, Aruru, Recca, and Sister Lily talking.

YOU HEAR ME YUNO I'M GONNA BECOME THE WIZARD KING.

Do you actually hear what's coming out of your mouth, I honestly can't tell which of the two of you is the oldest from your age.

RIGHT YUNO!

Paying no attention to what Asta just said, Yuno just walk out, while Sister Lily followed suit to try to make up with each other.

Asta who was ignored by his rival, run away to a secluded location where the Huge Skull is at.

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===Taro Pov===

Leaving the orphanage I went to the deepest part of the forest until no one can see me, to test out my new sword.

"SHING"

Right in front is a huge boulder that's 10 meters in height.

FIRST FORM: Apocalypse Descend

Unsheathing the sword the weather condition started changing, lightning striking, storms raging, and wind gushing from all sides.

Swinging it in a downward motion, everything within 20 meters in radius was completely obliterated.

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"Speechless"

===GRIMOIRE TOWER===

WELCOME EVERYONE TO THE ANNUAL GRIMOIRE ACCEPTANCE CEREMONY, I HOPE ONE DAY ONE OF YOU WILL BE ABLE TO ACHIEVE SOMETHING GREAT FOR THIS VILLAGE OF OURS.

NOW WITHOUT FURTHER ADO LET THE CEREMONY BEGIN.

THIS GRIMOIRE IS HUGE

WHY IS MINE SO SMALL

IT SO THIN

I'LL FINALLY BE ABLE TO INHERIT MY FATHER'S COMPANY

HEY UH, IS MY GRIMOIRE RUNNING LATE OR SOMETHING?

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TRY AGAIN NEXT YEAR

HAHAHA

DID YOU HEAR THAT, I HEARD THIS GUY DOESN'T HAVE MAGIC AT ALL?

THE SHORT-HAIRED BRAT IS A PEASANT WHO THINKS HE CAN BECOME THE MAGIC EMPEROR!

PFFFT

DON'T MAKE ME LAUGH.

TODAY WE NOBLES CAN FINALLY TAKE THE MAGIC KNIGHT EXAM 6 MONTHS LATER, MEANWHILE, YOU LOSER CAN JUST SIT HERE AND RUST.

A bright flash ruptured, and all the audience stare at the person who cause it.

OH MY GOD!

ISN'T THAT A FOUR-LEAF GRIMOIRE, THE ONE MAGIC EMPEROR USE TO DEFEAT THE DEMON.

NOT ONLY IS IT IMBUED WITH TREMENDOUS MAGIC, BUT ALSO WITH GOOD LUCK.

That filthy commoner.

I WILL BE THE WIZARD KING!, yelled Yuno.

AMAZING!!!

YOU'RE AMAZING YUNO!

YUNO I WILL CATCH UP TO YOU CAUSE I'M YOUR RIVAL!

PFFT

BIG TALK FOR A PERSON WHO DIDN'T EVEN GET A GRIMOIRE.

HAHA

NO, said Yuno as he walks off.

This can't be how can a mere commoner have more magic power than me a noble.

Hmm, what an amazing sight to be held, he has undoubtedly obtained a grimoire just like the magic emperor and from this run-down village, how lucky.

YES WAY TO GO YUNO, YOU ARE THE HOPE OF OUR VILLAGE, WE'RE GONNA THROW A PARTY TONIGHT, KIDS YOU WILL EACH GET 2 POTATOES INSTEAD OF ONE SO GET READY!

"BANG"

TARO, YOU'RE FINALLY BACK!

WHERE HAVE YOU BEEN?

UM, SORRY I'M LATE, EVERYBODY, I WAS CURRENTLY BUSY DOING SOMETHING IMPORTANT.

IMPORTANT!

"AUDIENCE"

HOW CAN THERE BE SOMETHING BE MORE IMPORTANT THAN THIS!

NOW NOW, EVERYONE BE QUIET, IF YOU WANT TO OBTAIN YOUR GRIMOIRE STAND AT THE CENTER OF THIS CIRCLE AND WAIT FOR ONE OF THEM TO CHOOSE YOU.

UM, is this tower broken, I've been waiting for the past 30 seconds and nothing seems to be happening?

I hope Taro, is alright.

PFFT

WOW, I WOULD HAVE NEVER IMAGINED WITNESSING TWO BRATS NOT GETTING A GRIMOIRE IN THIS DAY AND AGE.

WHAT A RARE BREED INDEED.

SIGH!

WELL A MAN LIKE MYSELF CAN'T HAVE EVERYTHING THAT'S FOR SURE, SO WHEN ARE WE GONNA HAVE BREAKFAST I'M STARVING?

IS THIS GUY FOR REAL, HE JUST MISS THE BIGGEST TIME OF HIS LIFE, AND HE'S LAUGHING IT OFF LIKE IT WAS NOTHING.

HIS HE STUPID OR WHAT?

Leaving the scene, I talk to sister lily that everything is fine and that she shouldn't worry too much.

===THE ORPHANAGE CHURCH===

"GULP"

"MUNCH, MUNCH, MUNCH"

Mmm, this is so good Sister Lily, can I have some more!

Taro, save some for Asta and Yuno, don't just eat it all.

I know Father Osri, but it's just so good.

WHY YOU LITTLE BRAT ALL YOU DO IS DISAPPEAR JUST LIKE ASTA AND THEN COME BACK LAZING AROUND JUST STUFFING FOOD IN YOUR MOUTH FOR THE PAST 15 YEARS!

NOW GET OUT AND LOOK FOR ASTA AND YUNO IT'S GETTING LATE!

"BAM"

TCH, where did those rascals run off to, now I have to waste my time looking for them instead of eating Sister Lily's wonderful cooking.

CAW!

Kraa!

Dashing from where the noise at I could see 3 people bounded with IRON-BINDING MAGIC CHAINS.

HOW CAN YOU BE GRANTED A GRIMOIRE!

I TOLD YOU ASTA THERE IS NO WAY YOU WON'T OBTAIN A GRIMOIRE!

SORRY YUNO FOR YOU SEEING THIS PATHETIC STATE I'M IN!

I'VE CHECK BUT YOU DIDN'T HAVE ANY MAGIC POWER!

MY MAGIC IS NEVER GIVING UP!

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SO THERE YOU ARE, CAN YOU GUYS COME HOME NOW SISTER LILY MADE FOOD, AND I DON'T HAVE ALL DAY!

TARO RUN, IT'S NOT SAFE FOR YOU!

"GOTCHA"

WELL, WELL, WELL IF IT AIN'T THE GLUTTONOUS PIG!

OH MY, WHAT DO WE HAVE HERE, A PERSON WHO DOESN'T HAVE AN OUNCE OF MANA JUST LIKE THIS COMMONER.

HOW UNFORTUNATE THAT YOU DON'T HAVE A GRIMOIRE JUST LIKE YOUR FRIENDS OVER THERE.

WHAT'S THIS, HOW CAN A COMMONER FROM THIS STUPID VILLAGE, EVER OBTAIN THIS BEAUTIFUL SWORD!

MIND IF I TAKE A LOOK!

Taking the opportunity when Revchi Asta made his move.

HIYAA!

"Magic Binding Iron Chain Formation"

"SLASH"

UCK BLEUGH, IS THIS BLOOD?

How are you so strong~

Thud!

NICE JOB ASTA!

HELL YEAH!

Oh right, Taro how did you get that sword?

I know right, isn't so cool!

AHEM, a stranger gave it to me, when I help him out around this village.

WOAH NO WAY!

THAT GUY MUST ME LOAD WITH MONEY!

HMM, DO YOU EVER THINK HE MIGHT BE A NOBLE?

He left after giving me this sword.

YOU'RE SO LUCKY TARO, EVEN WITHOUT A GRIMOIRE JUST SELLING THAT SWORD, CAN MAKE YOU LIVE IN THE CAPITAL FOR THE REST OF YOUR LIFE.

CAPITAL-HUH!

Shit why didn't I think of that sooner, he whispered under his breath.

HEHE, I was so caught up on some stuff I never really had the time to think it through.

Honestly Taro, sometimes you can be stupid as Asta.

What do you mean stupid, take that back Yuno, I'm pretty smart myself.

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DURING THE JOURNEY GOING BACK TO THE CHURCH ASTA AND YUNO KEEP ARGUING ABOUT WHO'S GONNA BE THE WIZARD KING, I PICK UP THE PACE TO AVOID BANGING HEADS WITH THE DUO, WHICH SUDDENLY TURNED INTO A RACING COMPETITION.

Taro why don't you join us!

NO TH-ANK Y--

Whoever wins gets to eat the other person's meal!

DEAL!

Ok ready, get set, go...

"HUFF"

"PUFF"

"GASP"

How are you so fast, Taro!

COUGH, COUGH, maybe because I just love food that much.

Well Asta, Yuno this is my win no give me your share.

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SISTER LILY WE'RE BACK!

Thank God you are safe, now hurry up before the food turns cold.

HM, is something the matter?

We lose a bet with Taro and whoever wins gets to have our food!

ASTA YOU SNITCH!

SISTER LILY IS AN ANGEL AND I CAN'T LIE TO HER LIKE THAT.

Father Orsi who heard the conversation was angry.

DAMN BRAT I THOUGHT YOU, ALREADY LEARNED YOUR LESSON, COME HERE THIS INSTANCE, YOUR GONNA HELP ME WITH MY WORK!

HELL NO OLDMAN!

LANGUAGE TARO!

SORRY SISTER LILY!

"BOOM"

"BAM"

"CLUNK"

"THUD"

FINALLY GOT YOU BRAT!

"GULP"

IT WAS A JOKE, HEHE!

"SMACK"

"SMACK"

"BUMP"

There, do you have anything you have to say?

No

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