Infinite Mage

Chapter 56

Chapter 56

No way. How could this be? Ms. Siena, the symbol of integrity, is?

The shock was great as they trusted her character.

Nade tried hard to think positively.

Yeah, no. This will benefit us. We can save our research group with this. We have an excuse to make a deal

Then, they heard Sienas voice.

Not wearing it today?

I just have this feeling. Raise your lower back a little more.

Like this?

Yes. And your legs slightly this way. Yes, that's good.

Shirone and his friends faces flushed red.

It was common knowledge that adults expressed their affection This way. But this was an affair.

I cant let this be.

Nade bit his lips, and when he turned back to look at his friends, they nodded their heads as if to agree.

Then Ill begin.

As soon as they heard the males voice, Nade, whose eyes were on fire, turned the doorknob and barged through.

Ms. Siena! Were so disappointed!

Shirone and Yiruki followed behind, with one of each eye shut closed.

There was silence.

Shirone slowly turned his head and looked, beginning with the corner of the room, and he was surprised to see what he saw.

Eh?

He saw Siena sitting upright on the bed, while a large canvas was standing on the other side.

Huh? HUUUH???

Shirones companions could only open and close their mouths repeatedly.

The same thought crossed their minds.

Were in deep shit now.

They werent the only ones surprised.

What? How did you guys?

Nothing could be more embarrassing than running into your students while in a personal situation.

Dont tell me You guys followed me?

Yes? No, thats not Well, what happened was we were just sitting in the park, you know? Then you passed by us real suddenly. So

That means you did tail me!!!

EEEEK! Im sorry!

Shirone and his partners in crime closed their eyes tightly.

Knowing Sienas personality, things wouldnt end with just a harsh scolding.

However, contrary to their expectations, no burning meteors or snow the size of baseballs fell on them.

When the three slowly opened their eyes, they saw Siena lost in thought.

How did they follow me?

She had kept her guard up to the fullest on her way here.

She had not entered the Spirit Zone, but her ability to perceive was not sloppy enough not to catch a few students shadowing her.

She was sure that the answers she was looking for would be behind the students.

What are you hiding? Give it here.

Nade had a fearful look on his face and violently shook his head.

But with one murderous look from Siena, Nade quickly held out the cloak he was hiding with an expression as if someone had kicked his puppy.

Though, his wit remained until the very end, so he didnt forget to turn the cloak inside-out.

What is this?

She saw a dirty cloak and wrinkled her face. But soon after, she saw what it truly was.

This was because the arm holding the cloak seemed to disappear the moment she turned the cloak right-side out.

When she wrapped it around her waist like a skirt, her lower body disappeared.

Invisibility cloak?

Siena finally realized the whole story and glared at Nade as if she wanted to swallow him whole.

Aha, I see. Im sorry for our brainless misunderstanding. And Im also sorry for visiting without any notice.

Siena exclaimed.

What visit?! Its a break-in!

Hehe. Thats why Im apologizing. To be honest, I feel happy that the misunderstanding about you has been resolved.

Siena placed her hands on her hips and snorted

First, have a seat and continue your conversation. Ill prepare tea.

Armin caught on quickly and left the room.

He surprised Shirones group again when he walked out of the door with a precise gait even though he couldnt see.

Ms. Siena, who in the world is that? Are you guys really just brother and sister?

Brother Armin is an alumnus. He was also the greatest talent in the history of the Olifer Academy. Though as you can see, he is an artist now.

He sounds like an incredible person. Im not sure if I can ask you this, but what happened to his eyes?

Sienas face darkened.

Nade felt he had asked an unnecessary question.

Fortunately, however, her expression soon relaxed and she spoke calmly.

To save me. That is why he lost his eyes.

To save you?

At the age of nine, I experienced Overflow. I was studying the theory of energy absorption when one day, I received an enlightenment that cant be put into words.

Siena gave a bitter, tight-lipped smile.

The person to save me was Brother Armin. He used to say to me Dont turn away from your fears. Turning your head away from it wont change anything. Do you know how old he was back then? He was 11 years old, just two years older than me.

Saving Siena from Overflow at that young age was an indication of how talented he was.

Did you overcome Overflow with Mr. Armins help?

No. I was not that strong of a child. I was a proud little kid who received special treatment just because she was born into the Olifer family. At the time, I didnt like my brother because he always habitually said to face fear head-on. I didnt want to do that. It was scary. I couldnt help but close my eyes. I thought he was pretending to know me even though he didnt. I was really ignorant then.

Shirone could not image Siena, a certified Grade 6 mage, crying in fear.

I used to avoid Brother Armin by going out to the mountains, fields, and river sides. He would always find me, but whenever that happened, I would run away. One day, while continuing with the strange game of tag The incident occurred.

She still remembered that day clearly.

It was the rainy season, and it had been pouring for several days nonstop. Even under such weather, I was wandering by the riverside. There wouldnt have been a problem if not for the dam collapsing at that exact moment. An enormous amount of water swept through the lowlands. It was a flood that sank half of the village.

Siena started reminiscing.

The young Siena, who was swept away by the water current, could not even scream for help.

She struggled for her life. That was what helped her stay alive. But when she came up to the surface, she saw a completely different scene from what she had known before.

The pieces of buildings and livestock were being washed away from the upper stream. Jagged trees that were broken were floating downstream.

This was the first time she ever feared death.

Help me. Someone, please!

Her body was quickly swept away. Land seemed so far away, and the usual streamlet where she used to pick up pebbles transformed into a large torrent 25 meters wide.

The color of the water was dark. So dark, it was almost black.

The current flowing downstream rapidly formed a whirlpool as it collided against rocks and boulders.

Help me! Someone, please help me!

Despite studying under the esteemed name of Olifer, all she could do was scream for help endlessly.

Siena!

She pushed up her head with all her might as if she had heard a revelation from god.

Armin was waiting on top of a tree branch that was dangerously bent at an angle.

Brother! Brother!

Your hand! Give me your hand!

Siena stretched out her arms desperately.

However, due to a sudden rocky current, she became submerged.

Siena!

Armin flung his body and dived head first.

A few seconds later, he came up with Siena in his arms.

Siena! Hang in there! We have to get out of here!

S-Save me! Help!

Armin managed to escape the whirlpool zone by a hairs width, but after looking around, he couldnt help but be disheartened.

The only thing awaiting them was a hellish torrent.