The Great Mage Returns after 4000 Years Chapter 37 Friend (6)

Translator: Seven

Editor: Ana_Banana

I guess this wasnt the face you were expecting. Im sorry to disappoint you.

Pe-, Peran.

Patricks face had turned white.

Peran Jun.

He was a scion of the Jun Family which was one of the three major noble families in the empire with power just below that of the imperial family as well as a genius of the Westroad Academy.

When he reached the 4 star level below the age of 20, it caused a buzz in the empire for a long while.

Patrick had no memory of ever feeling so intimidated.

The Dercidy family was so powerful that they did not have to bow to anyone. But the Jun family was an exception.

Peran was a noble among nobles and just his followers would easily exceed half of the nobility in the capital.

At least in the social world, making him an enemy was the same as biting your own tongue to commit suicide.

Patricks face became white.

He had to say something, but his mind was blank and he couldnt think of anything.

Peran continued to speak with his freezing tone.

But since when did I need to get the permission of the Dercidy family before inviting my friends? Also to a banquet held in my name.

Th-, thats not

The Westroad Academy has no talent? Thats also a weird statement. As far as I know, you didnt pass the entrance examination to the academy.

I, I

His mouth was open but no words came out.

The other nobles also chattered to each other while looking at Frey in surprise.

Peran Juns friend?

Who?

Frey Blake?

How?

Was there anyone who Peran would call friend?

As Patrick stood there stuttering without saying anything, Perans cold eyes turned to look at Guspa.

At that moment Guspa unconsciously hiccups before hurriedly closing his mouth again.

And you?

Gu-, GuspaPeleros.

Peleros?

At that moment, Guspa saw the clear confusion in Perans eyes. It was clear that he had never heard the family name before.

Originally, he would have felt humiliated by that fact, but Perans eyes were so cold at that moment that he couldnt even think about it.

What about you?

W-, we

Just to the lady here, thatwe just wanted to talk

The voice faded after. They were just like Dholes after all.

They knew a hundred ways to suppress the weak, but when faced with the strong, they only knew how to bow their heads.

They couldnt say anything in front of Peran who was the owner of the banquet hall.

Peran was going to say something more but instead closed his mouth slowly and looked around.

He became a bit embarrassed when he noticed the tense and cold atmosphere.

It seemed that he had finally regained some of his composure.

He took a few small breaths before smiling right after.

I would like to express my gratitude to everyone for attending the banquet today.

He raised his chin and leisurely walked to the center of the hall.

As Peran continued to speak, the cold atmosphere in the hall began to soften.

No one dared to make any comment on the angry display just a moment ago.

Patrick and his followers as well as Guspa hurried to a corner of the banquet and hoped that they would be forgotten.

Frey turned around and Enzo, who was near to him, approached.

He shot a cold look at the fleeing Patricks back.

Hmph. The Dercidy name is wasted on someone like him. Are you okay?

Thank you for your help.

Enzo and the others laughed a bit awkwardly at that.

I just didnt want to be a coward who didnt know how to repay grace.

Thanks to you I could take a breather.

As Frey gently bowed his head and Enzo couldnt help but be surprised at the unexpected situation.

Frey looked so cold that he had expected to be rebuked for intervening in a situation that he wasnt needed.

Enzos expression softened considerably as he saw this.

Were more grateful. Ah, we still havent paid off our debts with this. Whenever you visit my family, I will make sure to repay you properly.

I will remember.

Righthere comes Peran so well get going.

Enzo party stepped away and Peran, who had just finished his speech, walked over.

I knew youd get angry.

Because Im human.

Was the atmosphere ruined because of me?

What did you do? HooIts been a while since my head was filled with blood like this.

Peran sighed.

He was a bit disappointed because he had not been able to control his anger.

Frey took a sip of wine before mumbling.

Thank you.

Huh?

If you hadnt intervened then the banquet wouldve become a mess and I would not have been able to face you.

Haha. Would it have evolved into something that would cause a huge commotion?

Peran let out a laugh, clearly in a better mood.

Sonia was unable to interject while listening to their conversation.

It was as if there was a space only for men so she couldnt even open her mouth, no matter how much they didnt notice her.

the incident on the Cortez. If it had been widely known then those guys attitudes would have been very different.

What do you mean?

There was a movement to cover up the incident. Thanks to that its not widely known by the public. There were two frigates that were deployed, if news that they were so helpless in the face of a threat was released then it would have an impact on the status of the empire

Peran sighed again.

The story had been blocked at its source so only a few nobles truly knew what happened.

In particular nobles from the provinces and people like Patrick who didnt pay much attention to the goings on in the empire would have only heard stories.

It doesnt matter.

He knew that it wouldnt remain hidden forever, but Frey felt like he did not need to stick out too much at this point.

Peran looked at him with a strange gaze.

You are really weird. If the truth was revealed, your status would jump up by a few dozen times at least.

Its because I dont want such a situation.

I thought so.

As he said that, Peran let out a laugh.

What did you talk about with my father?

he asked if I was a part of the Traumen Rings.

Perans hand that was about to lift a wine glass to his lips stopped.

He sent a strange glance at Frey but changed it when he saw Sonia beside him.

right. Are you finally interested in joining our club?

Maybe.

Id like to go into more detail, but its too noisy here.

Frey nodded, then he spoke about his plans for the future.

Im not going back to the academy.

Huh?

There is nothing more for me to learn there.

It was a bit unexpected but Peran wasnt surprised.

He stroked his chin for a moment while pondering, before saying.

Then where are you going?

I havent decided yet. Rightfirst Ill need to recover my condition.

Frey said while looking at his thin wrists.

I think I need to gain some weight.

Thats a good idea. Youre too skinny right now.

Peran pondered for a moment before speaking.

Then what about a magic tower?

A magic tower?

Right. Although its a bit expensive there are various training centers and also many valuable books that couldnt be found outside. There are also many great wizards so if you have any questions you would be able to get an answer right away.

Hmm.

Frey thought that Perans proposal was quite attractive.

In particular the fact that there were many valuable books there.

Perans lips curled up a bit as he continued.

Of course, you have to take a test.

Test?

Its not a big deal. Its really nothing. Especially for you.

Its a shame that I cant see the faces of the wizards when they see your results.

?

Frey was curious but he didnt ask because he knew that Peran wouldnt tell him even if he did.

If you use the name of the Jun Family, you will be treated well.

I dont need to.

I thought youd say that.

The two of them bumped their wine glasses.

It was at that moment that Peran flinched before looking at Sonia.

Ah. Such rudeness. We didnt pay any attention to Ms. Sonia. Im sorry.

no. Itsfine

Sonia, who had been listening to their conversation could only give a bitter smile and feel very envious of the relationship between men.

After that the three of them had a good time together and shared personal stories and the banquet ended without any more problems.

* * *

The next morning, Daphgon came again.

The master would like to speak with you.

Now?

He is waiting in the rooftop garden and he said to find him when you are free

Those were his words, but it was impolite to make the master of the house wait.

Since he had nothing else to do, he headed to the roof of the mansion right away.

Shepard was sitting on the terrace sipping tea.

Where are you going to go now?

Did you not hear it already from Peran?

Its not polite to ask him about you.

Frey told him honestly since he didnt have anything to hide.

Im going to enter a magic tower.

A magic tower? Hmm. At your level it wouldnt be hard to get in.

Shepard made a rough guess about Freys current power. He probably guessed him to be at the 5 star level.

I heard that there were many books there that I couldnt find outside. Im also curious about the training centers.

Hmmthen Ill recommend the 3rd Magic Tower. Its power isnt as good as the other towers but it is the best out of all the towers when it comes to books.

The 3rd Magic Tower.

There was a big difference in the wizards from each magic tower.

The 3rd Magic Tower was the place which held the most alchemists from what Frey could remember.

This also meant that it had a calmer atmosphere when compared to places like the 1st Magic Tower which had the most battlemages, the 2nd Magic Tower which was devoted to the development of new spells or the 4th Magic Tower which was considered the holy land for wizards.

There was no other tower than he could spend his time quietly.

Ill do as you say. Thank you for your advice.

Im glad to help. And now for my business.

His expression became serious.

Do you know why I dont suspect you as one of the Demigods subordinates?

Isnt it because I can use the Typhoon Earrings?

Only

That is one reason. I still had some doubts but I was assured yesterday that they were irrelevant.

?

Someone proved his identity?

Who the hell?

Shepard revealed the name of the person.

It was Heinz Blake. The second son of the Blake Family.

He observed Freys reaction before adding.

By the way, he is a member of the Strow Necklaces, like me.