DCGB EP 12 - Just steal

Even though they may not showcase top-tier abilities, they still couldn't escape the gaze of the nine Magic Knight captains. 'Hmm, if I'm not mistaken, those two are from another land, right?' Suddenly, one of the Magic Knight captains with vermillion hair spoke up.

Perhaps it's possible. Looking at the attire, it doesn't seem like the typical clothing of ordinary people," William remarked, his gaze shifting towards Yuji and Maomao.

"Indeed, it resembles the attire of Samurais back in my homeland," Yami replied nonchalantly, though his eyes fixated keenly on Yuji.

"If someone from the same country as you, then it must mean that those from your country must be exceptionally skilled to possess such attire," William interjected.

"It could be," Yami replied casually, though inwardly surprised to discover that Yuji was the owner of the distinct attire. He resolved to select Maomao as his doctor, regardless of whether Maomao hailed from the same country as him or not.

"Hmm, Just so-so," the only woman who led the squad of magic knights commented, though internally, she harbored opposing thoughts to her spoken words.

After the conclusion of the magic power control test, William announced the continuation of the examination. "The next test will be a magic examination, divided into two categories."

"The first test involves destroying targets using one's own magic."

As soon as William announced the test content, targets in the shape of floating squares appeared in the air. When the test commenced, everyone utilized their own magic to shoot down their respective targets, including Maomao, who had only recently acquired plant magic six months prior. Now, she could both manipulate and absorb magic. The magic she possessed at present was inspired by Yuji's teachings about plants.

"Thorn Punch!" Maomao unleashed a giant wooden punch covered in spikes towards her target with force.

"Got it! Direct hit!" Maomao displayed a joyful expression upon seeing her magic hitting the target.

"Hmm, I need to do something," Yuji pondered for a moment about which magic to use. Currently, he possessed two types of offensive magic: Ark Magic and Spirit Magic. Ultimately, he decided to employ Ark Magic because Phantom Spirit Magic was considered special and "It could attract those with sinister intentions.

Having made his decision, he retrieved a yellow-gold four-leaf clover grimoire, then began casting the 'Jonah no Junan' spell.

Instantly, the large white shark created by Ark Magic lunged out, swallowing his target at high speed before flying into the air .

the massive white shark conjured by Arc Magic exploded in the air, its force propelling it into the air. As the explosion subsided, fragments of magic dissipated into the atmosphere, leaving a momentary stillness in its wake.

Seeing that he had dealt with his target, Yuji closed his grimoire and stowed it away. However, the onlookers around him stared at Yuji with astonishment.

"That's...!"

"That grimoire and that magic... it's like..."

"The first Wizard King."

William uttered softly, but in his mind, he was deeply shocked. It seemed as if he was looking at the first generation of Wizard King using magic except for the appearance and shape, not the first generation of Wizard King themselves. The remaining captains of the magic knights was also astonished, feeling the destructive power of the magic Yuji used.

"Hey, Yami, that guy from your hometown is amazing! I want to challenge him," one of the slim and gaunt magic knight captains exclaimed, almost like a child who had just discovered a new toy.

"Wow, that kid is unbelievably talented," Yami praised, acknowledging that Yuji's magic was indeed powerful. He could even sense the divine aura emanating from Yuji's magic.

Now, they all turned their attention to Yuji, impressed. They all decided that they had to recruit Yuji into their squad, forgetting for a moment that the person who possessed the four-leaf clover grimoire wasn't just Yuji alone. One could say that at this moment, all the attention was on Yuji.

"..." Yuno glared at Yuji with dissatisfaction. Despite being the owner of the four-leaf clover grimoire and being highly skilled, he was being evaluated like this, which made him angry.

As for Yuji, he didn't care much. He had already decided which squad to join. He didn't care much about who wanted him.

Subsequently, they arrived at the final examination, the culmination of every candidate's journey—the combat trial—a prospect that stirred a palpable unease within Yuji. His concern didn't stem from doubts about his own prowess but rather from apprehensions regarding Maomao's potential exclusion. Thus, he turned to address her.

"Maomao, when the engagement commences, swiftly deploy your magic to neutralize the opposing faction," Yuji advised, cognizant that her magic held the immediate potential for victory.

"Understood," Maomao acknowledged, her demeanor betraying a profound comprehension, as she knew her forte lay not in combat but in providing support. Nevertheless, driven by their shared mission, she resolved to commit fully.

Once the examination began, candidates sought out their adversaries, many approaching Yuji with trepidation. Yet, he discerned their hesitation, a consequence of his inadvertent display of formidable destructive magic, dissuading challengers from confronting him. Thus, Yuji remained a passive observer, while Maomao swiftly found her match.

Her opponent—a well-appointed, stout figure exuding an aura of aristocracy—derided Maomao 's prospects.

'Ah, mere commoners like yourself shouldn't harbor illusions of joining the ranks of the magic knights,' the stout figure sneered before adding, 'Furthermore, you're an outsider. The ranks of the magic knights are not for the likes of you.'

"Indeed, I am but a commoner," Maomao retorted calmly, unperturbed by his disdain.

"Hmm, you dare to jest at my expense, I leonado Dimitri,' the stout figure retorted with palpable indignation. And as the examiners signaled the commencement of the trial, he wasted no time in invoking his magic.

"Sand Magic, Legion of Sand," a legion of sand soldiers materialized, each brandishing ten swords.

"Assault!" leonado commanded, urging his sand soldiers to assail Maomao.

"Even though I may be a mere commoner, I am far from feeble," Maomao declared resolutely as she retrieved her grimoire and unleashed her magic.

'Plant magic : Devouring Blossoms.'

In an abrupt moment, the earth convulsed violently below them, and swiftly, beneath leonado 's very feet, the ground ruptured, unveiling colossal blooms that surged upward, engulfing him entirely in a matter of heartbeats.

For the remaining sand soldiers, Maomao unleashed her spell, 'Big Thorn Punch,' a variant of the ' Thorn Punch ' spell, but much larger, decimating all the sand soldiers in one fell swoop.

" number 112 is the victor," the examiner announced immediately after witnessing leonado being devoured by the giant flower.

With the examination results announced, Maomao dispelled her magic, revealing leonado lying unconscious on the ground before she walked back to Yuji.

As for the other examinees, they quickly paired up to challenge each other, and after several hours had passed, only a few remained untested. Most of them were reluctant to face Yuji, much to his annoyance. However, just as Yuji was beginning to feel bored, Yuno, who hadn't yet been tested, approached him.

"Challenge me," Yuno uttered with an indifferent expression.

"Sure," Yuji responded nonchalantly before walking towards the testing arena.

At that pivotal moment, the gaze of every onlooker fixated on Yuji and Yuno, even the esteemed captains of the magic knights, recognizing the gravity of this confrontation between the bearers of the revered four-leaf clover grimoire.

" Let the Match Begin," the examiner's voice echoed, a solemn declaration that spurred Yuno into action, raising his grimoire without hesitation, prepared to unleash his spell.

" Wind Magic: Kamaitachi."

Yuno released a barrage of wind blades aimed directly at Yuji in an attempt to quickly end the match. But to Yuno's surprise, Yuji stood his ground and gazed at Yuno's wind blades with a look of disdain, asking, "Is that all your ability has to offer?"

Seeing the wind blades closing in, Yuji opened his grimoire and unleashed his spell, " Light Magic- Aias." The magic light materialized into a delicate white flower with four radiant petals, blocking and dispersing the incoming wind blades. This was Yuji's invention inspired by his memories.

"Use whatever you have before it's too late," Yuji advised Yuno as he released his spell 'Aias' .

Realizing that his magic couldn't overcome his opponent, Yuno made a quick decision and cast his own spell.

Yuno swiftly perceived that his magic wouldn't directly counter his adversary, prompting him to make a decisive move.

"Wind Magic: Wind Blades Shower!"

In an instant, swirling winds coalesced into a compact sword hovering around Yuno, swiftly thrusting towards Yuji.

In response, Yuji lifted his head, channeling his Arc Magic into a compressed beam of light, which he then hurled towards Yuno like a javelin.

As Yuji closed the distance, deftly deflecting the Tempest Blade with his radiant spear, he maneuvered it with such precision that it felt like an extension of himself, closing in on Yuno within a mere five-meter radius, leaving the latter stunned by the sudden close-quarters combat.

Caught off guard by Yuji's swift approach, Yuno prepared to unleash his Wind Magic, but...

"Take this!" Yuji exclaimed, poised to strike with his radiant spear before bellowing, " Rhongomyniad!"

In a flash, Yuji's spear emitted a blinding beam of light, hurtling towards Yuno with formidable speed, leaving him unable to evade. The impact sent Yuno crashing into the wall with considerable force.

"Oh, my apologies, Yuno. Didn't expect you to be this feeble," Yuji remarked with a smirk before retrieving his grimoire.

"The winner, number 111," the examiner announced, casting an astonished glance at Yuji.

The Captains of the magic knight units all looked at Yuji with pensive expressions. Each of them had a similar goal in mind: to recruit Yuji into their respective units.

After the intense battle between Yuji and Yuno, the wielders of the four-leaf clover grimoires, came to an end, it was time for the other examiners to face their own battles. With everyone's tests completed, the moment of truth arrived—the announcement of results.

William rose to his feet, his voice carrying across the room. "And that marks the end of the examination."

"Now..."

"Each examinee will come forward when their number is called out."

"the squad captains will raise their hand if they wish to have you join their team."

"And if more than one captain raises their hand. It is up to the examinee to choose."

"examinee number one, Please step forward."

As the announcements proceeded, many hopefuls found themselves unable to secure a spot in a magic knight squad. Only a select few succeeded. Then, it was Yuno's turn.

"Next is number 100."

As Yuno stepped forward, all the Captains of the magic knight squad raised their hands.

"All The captains…"

"…raised their hands!?" The crowd was astonished—it was unprecedented for every captains to signal their interest simultaneously.

Observing this, Yuno contemplated deeply. He was resolute in his ambition to become a magic knight captain, so the optimal path was clear.

"Please allow me to joint the Golden Dawn!."