Since there was still some time left before the "Inter-tribal Magic Martial Arts Tournament," I mooched off the royal palace, enjoying the daily company of three stunning beauties. For a man, it was nothing short of heavenly.
Pure bliss.
Soon, the proud Princess Olena and the gentle Princess Fiona couldn't resist my persistent and annoying nature. They became curious about my magic, and, with Viola's camaraderie, we quickly became good friends.
I discovered that Princess Olena was also a student of old man Lin Ka. She excelled in Light Magic, and she modestly claimed that her theoretical knowledge surpassed mine. On the other hand, the gentle Princess Fiona was a skilled swordswoman, with swordsmanship comparable to Viola's. People truly cannot be judged by appearances.
The royal magicians admired me like a god. Even the great sage Lin Ka might not receive such reverence, considering my infamous reputation. If they knew my knowledge of magic was superficial, I wonder how they would react.
However, as I spent more time with them, my foundational magical knowledge improved rapidly. I began to genuinely develop an interest in studying magic, unlike before when I only practiced it to please those two old guys, relying on my infinite magic power for reckless use.
Among various magical disciplines, I found spatial magic most intriguing. This was mainly because I wanted to find a way back home sooner.
In reality, spatial magic was not very advanced, and most intermediate-level mages could use it. It was primarily used for long-distance movement, teleportation, and other similar applications, lacking offensive capabilities. Even those two old men only gave me a simple explanation, considering it unworthy of careful study.
Alone in the palace garden, I pondered the principles and mysteries of spatial magic.
Spatial magic involved distorting and overlapping space with magical power, making distant places instantly accessible. With the assistance of a magic circle, it could even reach other dimensional spaces.
Thinking of this, I couldn't help but recall science fiction novels I had read before. There was a powerful weapon called the "Dimensional Blade." Now, thinking about it, wasn't the so-called "Dimensional Blade" using magical power to simultaneously distort and rupture this space with another? Such an attack would likely be unstoppable, even by the ultimate defense magic, the "Divine Light Spirit Array."
Excited by the idea, I decided to put it into practice. I first used a standard "Spatial Transfer" spell to simultaneously twist and overlap this space with another. Then, in an instant, I released a massive amount of magical power, forcefully causing it to rupture. A few meters long spatial rift appeared in the air.
Success!
Overjoyed, I immediately named it the "Dimensional Blade." Ha, I truly was a genius. I had created my own magic, and people in the future would remember this when they used the "Dimensional Blade." What an amazing accomplishment.
At that moment, I didn't realize the immense magical power required to rupture space in an instant. Even old man Julius couldn't achieve it. Therefore, the "Dimensional Blade" became an exclusive and terrifying magic of the "Harbinger of Destruction" recorded in the history books of the Holy Demon Continent.
With the "Dimensional Blade" established, my ever-greedy nature led me to contemplate even more powerful spatial magic. If I increased the number of twisted and overlapped spaces, wouldn't the destructive force upon rupture be even greater?
Eagerly, I simultaneously traversed several parallel spaces with my infinite magical power. With a loud shout, my magical power erupted, and a rift several meters wide burst open in the air. In a split second, one-third of the palace buildings in front of me were torn to pieces.
Uh-oh, I couldn't help but wryly smile. Unexpectedly, the spatial rift suddenly exerted an extremely powerful suction force, pulling me, who was unprepared, into it.
Then, the rift disappeared.
The historical records of the Holy Demon Continent state: On the sixth day of the "Harbinger of Destruction" destroying half the city, he demolished one-third of the royal palace. Fortunately, it was during the kingdom's celebration, and people were outdoors, avoiding casualties. The Harbinger of Destruction mysteriously disappeared for half a month.
King Vort's furious voice echoed, "Wu Lai, you owe me a debt that you won't be able to repay in your lifetime..."
As someone who brought this upon himself, I felt like a plummeting weight, using the "Levitation Spell" to tumble in the air for a long time before stabilizing my form.
I told myself to calm down. Lin Ka had said my magical power was comparable to a god's, right? What was there to be afraid of?
Slowly, I landed on the ground. This world looked similar to the Holy Demon Continent, except for the fact that the sun was black, making everything dimmer than on the continent.
At the moment, I found myself in an endless forest. The surroundings were eerily quiet, sending shivers down my spine.
I couldn't help but feel a bit anxious. Hastily, I summoned Chirp Chirp. According to Julius, who had lived for over a thousand years, he should know where I was. At the very least, he could boost my morale.
After circling in the air for a while, the shrunken Chirp Chirp landed on my shoulder and said, "This is the 'Demon Black Day,' Master. How did you come to the Demon Realm?"
Demon Realm?
I was instantly dumbfounded.
The Demon Realm? Just thinking about those dreadful things I had seen on TV, my face turned pale. I quickly asked, "Chirp Chirp, is there a way to leave?"
After some thought, Chirp Chirp replied, "It is said that there is a 'Gate of Transfer' in the Demon Realm Palace, which can transport people to any world. In the past, the Demon Realm used it to transfer troops for invasions into the Heaven Realm and the Holy Demon Continent."
My heart leaped with joy. This meant I could go home, see my parents, classmates, and friends again, right? But it also meant I would never see Viola again...
Well, let's not think about that now. First, find the "Gate of Transfer."
Roaming aimlessly through the forest for three days with Chirp Chirp, I suddenly experienced a peculiar sensation – a "ward."
Though any ward proved ineffectual against me, the present me could discern the presence of such protective barriers. Upon entering this ward, Chirp Chirp found itself isolated outside, unable to accompany me.
Consequently, I instructed Chirp Chirp to return, and with a heart brimming with anticipation, I pressed forward alone. The existence of a ward implied the presence of its caster, offering a glimmer of hope for escaping this accursed woodland.
Before me, a picturesque lake unfolded its beauty. A sense of déjà vu enveloped me: if only a lovely maiden bathing were added to the scene, it would mirror the moment of my initial encounter with Livia.
Unaware of my inherent capability for wish fulfillment, a melodious tune wafted from the lake. Witnessing a splendid damsel, perfectly shaped, indulging in a song-infused bath, it resembled a past scenario.
Exhilarating.
Marvelous.
Gratifying.
Refraining from whistling, I promptly employed the "Invisibility Spell" to avoid repeating past mishaps. Proceeding cautiously, I approached with deliberate steps.
Ah, this time, I am poised to savor the spectacle.