I’m the only magic tower owner Chapter 2

I’m the only magic tower owner episode 002

Crash!

I was suddenly sucked in and lost my balance and rolled on the floor. I clutched my sore knees and slowly opened my eyes.

It was just pitch black.

Is this the inside of the tower?

I carefully took the smartphone out of my pocket and turned it on.

‘Miss, the screen is a little off.’

Even during this time, I was worried about the penalty, so it seemed like he was still alive.

With a dull laugh, I turned on the light function on my smartphone and illuminated my surroundings.

When the light shined on it, a table that looked like it was carved from solid wood came into view first.

Above it, strangely shaped glass tubes were intertwined like a spider’s web, extending in all directions.

Although it was dry, glass bottles that seemed to contain liquid were also visible here and there.

… … What is here? laboratory?

At that moment, an ominous premonition creeps up in a corner of my heart. A spark suddenly burst out in a dark space.

The light illuminated my body like a spotlight, and I became stiff while standing.

-An intruder has been detected.

-Name, Kim Yu-shin. Confirmed as ‘Child of Mana’ on the Judo list.

-Removes the magic tower from its dormant state.

A cold, pitchless female voice was heard.

Next, a wave of light gathered in the dark space, and soon transformed into the shape of a woman with her eyes closed.

The moment I saw the brilliant silver hair that seemed to be imbued with moonlight and the noble and alien red eyes, I was convinced.

At least not human.

“I was waiting for you, candidate Kim Yu-shin.”

The mysterious woman who fully revealed herself spoke.

“The Will of the Magic Tower has judged that you have the most suitable conditions and qualities to be the Magic Tower lord on this planet.”

“……Huh? What is that……”

She quietly spread her arms.

Hwaaaaaaa!

At that moment, the world changed completely and white light covered the world. The place where there was nothing but darkness turned over and I fell into a world of pure white blankness.

When I opened my tightly closed eyes, I was floating in the air somewhere with her. A huge tower stood tall before her eyes.

[The Magic Tower is the highest institution that has insight into the continent of Erendel.]

Our bodies quickly soared towards the magic tower.

The flight ended only when we passed the top of the tower and reached the vast sky.

When I lowered my head in a place where I could almost grasp the clouds, I saw a city of an unknown culture spread out far away.

[Potions, golems, artifacts, climate, and even dimensions. As each floor opens, you will gain overwhelming skills and knowledge. Everything on the continent is based on the power of mana… … .]

Ugh! Ugh! Ugh!

Buildings, roads, fountains, and even palaces throughout the city. A magic circle unfolded simultaneously on the roofs of all facilities.

[It’s all from the Magic Tower.]

‘… … oh.’

I was a little impressed. The directing is good.

[What do you want. Candidate Kim Yu-shin.]

She turned her head and looked at me.

[Do you want to rule over the heads of all people? Do you want to uncover the truth about the world? Hope. The Magic Tower has the power to make your wish come true.]

Woe!

As the light disappeared, we returned to the original dark interior of the tower.

what? Was it like a video?

“Candidate Kim Yu-shin. I hope that you will become the 14th Magic Tower lord and lead the revival of magical civilization.”

She bowed gracefully and placed her arms on her chest.

“……Uh, um.”

Honestly, I was embarrassed.

This is so sudden.

I took a moment to calm my breathing and regain my composure. And asked.

“…What happens if you become the owner of that magic tower?”

“You can have a monopoly on magic on this planet.”

At those words, the accident stopped for a moment.

Magic? Is there really such a thing?

In the Earth after the Overlay incident, there are no wizards, even if there are hunters.

“This world doesn’t yet understand magic.”

She said as if reading my thoughts.

“If you want, you might be able to rule this world.”

No, what… … . Now we have even conquered the world.

“Now, candidate Kim Yu-shin. Please answer.”

She had a confident expression. I took it for granted that I would accept the offer.

… … No, but.

Isn’t it normal to suspect something like this at least once?

That woman was only saying good things. When she becomes the owner of the Magic Tower, she gives her money, fame, power, and even world domination.

But nothing is free in this world. There will definitely be a price to pay.

They told me to give up my soul, or they said I would shorten my lifespan.

There is a lot of repertoire.

As I withheld my answer and thought about it carefully, nervousness gradually appeared on her expressionless face.

This smells kind of stinky… … .

I decided to give it a try.

“Can’t I think about it for a few more days and then answer?”

I caught her expression momentarily stiffening.

“Doubt. I would like to ask whether this is an issue worth worrying about so much.”

“It’s a matter of life, so you have to think carefully.”

“Opportunities like this don’t come to everyone. Please reconsider.”

… … The logic of persuasion is strange.

“I don’t understand. Becoming a magic tower master who oversees the magic of a world is an honor that cannot be greater for a human being. What on earth do you need to worry about?”

… … So, please explain why this is an honor that cannot be surpassed.

As I continued to give lukewarm responses, she became more and more restless.

Her poker face had fallen, and now she had what could clearly be called an expression on her face, and her fingers were twiddling ceaselessly.

… … The more I look at it, the more I feel sorry for it.

“Then tell me honestly.”

“I will answer anything to the best of my knowledge.”

“What price do I have to pay for becoming a magic tower lord?”

She tilted her head.

“There is no price to pay.”

“Isn’t there anything like your lifespan being shortened, your soul being mortgaged, or being permanently dependent on the tower and not being able to go out?”

“Negative. Everything is candidate Kim Yu-shin’s freedom. If you want, you can become a magic tower owner and never have to come back here.”

Her expression looked a little lonely as she said that.

“So take stock…”

“There really is no price, right?”

“of course.”

I don’t think he’s lying.

It’s good to be cautious, but actually, I’m not in a position to just throw things away.

Even if I had to pay the price, I thought it would be better than my current life of ruin.

“I will. That magic tower lord.”

Only then did her face brighten.

“Then, candidate Kim Yu-shin. We will begin the succession immediately.”

Fearing that I might change my mind, she quickly approached me and placed her hand on my head.

Stumble!

I stumbled and leaned against the wall as a tidal wave of information crashed straight into my head out of nowhere.

Then, the tower’s mana began to be sucked into my body.

“……Pfft!”

It was the first pain I had ever felt in my life. No, more accurately, it was a ‘feeling of foreignness’.

The exact opposite of the pain caused by physical damage, the overwhelming feeling of foreignness and discomfort of being filled from head to toe with something unknown.

I couldn’t come to my senses.

“Keuuuuuuuuuuuuu…!”

A scream escaped from my tightly closed mouth.

I thought that if I continued like this, I might go out of my mind and become a ruiner.

It was painful.

I felt like screaming to kill him, but no voice came out.

I rolled around on the floor and scratched the wall with my fingernails, fighting against the feeling of foreignness.

How much time has passed in that state?

Finally, the feeling of strangeness slowly began to subside, and a new player message appeared before my exhausted eyes.

[I became the 14th Magic Tower owner.]

[You have been granted the privilege of becoming a magic tower owner.]

[All ownership of the Magic Tower has been successfully taken over.]

“Huh, huh…I”

As I stood up, the silver-haired woman got down on one knee and bowed her head politely.

“Meet the 14th Magic Tower Lord.”

At that moment, the light came on in the dark Magic Tower and the scene inside came into view.

“……!”

I was overwhelmed by the scene.

Like changing into new clothes, the traces of time that had dried up over a long period of time were removed and the height of splendor was revealed.

The walls and floors, all sparkling with golden light, were the ultimate in luxury, and the quiet medieval European-style furniture and brightly shining chandeliers showed off their presence on the ceiling.

On the shiny table next to it, a fluorescent liquid flowed along a tangled mess of pipes.

It was an unrealistic situation, but I remembered the last player message I saw.

‘… … ‘This place is mine now?’

In the age of hunters in the 21st century, that is how I became the owner of the Magic Tower.

* * *

After doing what she called ‘succession’. I was feeling a big change.

First of all, I felt the mana better than before.

In the past, mana was understood and operated simply as the movement of energy, but now it is possible to feel and control the detailed flow and properties of mana flowing through each strand of blood vessels.

Not only that, but a visual effect was added; now I can distinguish between light and dark mana.

Areas with dark blue light around had high mana concentration, and vice versa.

It’s the first time I’ve ever felt anything.

I think I should check the status window. It’s something I do every day as a habit, but somehow I’m more nervous today… … .

Name: Kim Yu-shin

Unique Ability: Sage’s Eye.

Personal characteristics: [Child of Mana Lv.1] [Overimmersion Lv.6] [Analysis Lv.1]

Basic stats: [horse power 58] [acceleration 8] [strength 6] [stamina 5]

Special abilities: [Concentration 3] [Patience 2] [Intelligence 2]

Total ability score: [84]

New characteristics: New![Master of the Magic Tower Lv.10] New![Magical Engineering Lv.10] New![Spell Lord Lv.10] New![Potion Preparation Lv.5]

They say that when people are too surprised, they become speechless.

That’s exactly what I was doing now.

The abilities are the same. It certainly doesn’t seem like there has been any change in physical ability or mana capacity.

However, four rare personal characteristics were added, and most of all, the unique ability was changed from ‘Detection’ to ‘Sage’s Eye’.

It is common knowledge that unique abilities are ‘immutable’. Although there are exceptions, change is never easy.

At least in Korea, I would be the first case.

… … This is a dream, this is real.

Rather than feeling crazy happy because the situation I had only dreamed of had become reality, I was dazed.

I turned my gaze and saw the woman who made me a magic tower lord.

“Do you really get this kind of power when you become a magic tower lord?”

“Affirmative. And now please speak less, Tower Owner.”

“……Ah. That’s right.”

She folds her hands and bows her head politely. It was still her first time meeting her, so she felt awkward.

“Well, you know. I’ve been through so many ridiculous situations today…”

“Please tell me, Tower owner.”

“This isn’t like a dream or fantasy, is it?”

She gestured in the air without saying a word.

My smartphone, which had been lying on the floor, fell into my hand.

“If pinching your cheek isn’t enough, please check your personal information.”

“…….”

I turned on my smartphone.

In the push notifications for the game I installed to kill time, I saw advertisements for various loans and illegal sites.

In particular, aren’t things like empty messenger windows or low card balance messages all too realistic?

I smiled bitterly and put the smartphone in my pocket.

“It’s reality.”

“I’m glad you realized it.”

“Can I ask you a few questions?”

“of course.”

The tension was relieved. There were a ton of questions I wanted to ask, but this comes first.

“Who are you?”

“I am a ‘homunculus’ in sync with the Magic Tower. I can manage and activate all functions of the Magic Tower.”

“Homunculus?”

“This refers to an artificial life form created through magic.”

Although the concept of a homunculus was a bit unfamiliar, it seemed like she was, simply put, the controller of this tower.

“name is?”

“Blank. Not there yet.”

As I looked at her with puzzled eyes, she added an explanation.

“It is customary for homunculi that synchronize with the Magic Tower to be discarded in the year the Magic Tower lord changes, and then a new entity is born to welcome the new Magic Tower lord. I was born 10 years ago after the Magic Tower was transferred to this planet. From then until now. “I’ve been alone all this time, so I don’t have a name.”

Right. She appears to be a girl with a sensual appearance, but in reality, she is a 10-year-old artificial intelligence… … .

“Then what about your memories before Earth? Do you have any memories from the world this tower came from?”

“I don’t have any personal memories. I just have data.”

It’s no surprise that it was created after the overlay incident. I nodded and sat down on a nearby sofa.

Now, don’t make it complicated.

I decided to approach it with the mindset of enjoying the newly acquired benefits.

“So what should I call you now?”

“For generations, it has been customary for the title of the manager homunculus to be determined by the person with the qualifications to be the owner of the tower.”

Is it a naming?

I’m also amazingly good at this.

“Then since it’s a homunculus, what about Homun?”

“Dismissed. I don’t like it.”

A very firm refusal came back.

“……No, I just said that it is my authority to name names.”

“We judge that Topju’s poor naming sense cannot be considered human, so we dismiss it.”

… … It’s purely arbitrary artificial intelligence.

I thought about it again and said.

“Ah! Then, since it is artificial intelligence, how about Bixby?”

“Please wait a moment.”

She closed her eyes and remained still for a moment, then answered firmly.

“Dismissed. I don’t like it.”

“…Why again?”

“I cannot understand that it is being treated like an AI system that is just a piece of scrap metal.”

It was an AI that even had useless pride.

But wait a minute.

“How do you know about smartphone AI software?”

She answered confidently, crossing her arms.

“I googled it.”

For a moment, I couldn’t believe my ears.

“For 10 years, I succeeded in contacting the information system called the Internet to obtain information about this planet. This place is not that boring either.”

At this point, isn’t he just a search fairy and not a homunculus from the Magic Tower?

I sighed and thought about another name.

“Then since it is AI, how about simply ‘EA’?”

“…….”

She slowly pondered the word ea and nodded.

“Affirmative. I am registering ‘EA’ as my calling name.”

I’m so glad you found it positive.

No matter how much I thought about it, it felt like I was being given permission to give the name, rather than being given the name.

“Okay, eh. What should I do from now on?”

“The homunculus has no authority to interfere with the tower owner’s future instructions.”

“You became the lord of the magic tower, but don’t you have any responsibilities or obligations?”

“As I said at the beginning, there is nothing forced on the magic tower owner.”

Hey, are you really saying that you can become free just by receiving strength?

Good. good.

“However, if I were to give you advice on determining future guidelines, I would recommend conquering the world first to regain the authority of the Magic Tower.”

It came out again. Conquer that damn world.

“Then let me ask you something. What is your definition of world domination?”

“It means subduing all humans in this world and placing them at the feet of the tower owner.”

“Hmm, maybe in your world that would be world domination, but not here.”

“……?”

“This is it here.”

I made a coin shape with my fingers.

“The time is over to force the opponent into submission. In the age of capitalism, power is money. Multinational corporations like Google, which have accumulated money from all over the world and have overwhelming capital, are the closest to conquering the world.”

“I understand. I understand. Then, the first goal of the Magic Tower is to make money.”

“……Um, well. I’ll just say that for now. Rather than that.”

Now is the main question I really wanted to ask.

“Can I use that magic you mentioned earlier?”

She nodded and declared as if it was obvious.

“Affirmative. No one on this earth can surpass the tower owner with magic.”

fantasy,