Chapter 2

In the forest of the hage village, Asta was training intensely. Not far from him was Lily watching Asta thinking about something with a worried expression. Asta told her that he doesn't have magic, and she is worried about it, because Asta is planning to go to the Kingdom when he grow more.

She can't believe that he can be safe without magic in the Clover Kingdom, but she doesn't said anything because she doesn't want to lower his motivation.

Asta unlike Lily had a big smile on his face as he trained with the sword, apparently the person who reincarnated him had made his body a little stronger than that of a human.

''Hm?'' Asta felt something small but soft and warm sit on his head.

Lily looked at the little bird sitting on Asta's head curiously, this is the first time she has seen such a strange yet adorable little bird.

The little bird was small with a pair of elegant wings, a pair of tails forming an arrow at the tip and a black beak. Its eyes are slanted, the feathers are black on the back, white on the front and red on the face. It also has small black horns on its head.

"What do we have here? Asta grabbed the little bird carefully, then began to stroke it gently. The bird's slitted eyes closed as if it was enjoying the caresses, but soon opened as if it realized something and began to peck Asta's hand, causing Asta to release it.

''Ah!'' Asta looked at the little bird that flew away, Asta's expression was one of confusion 'What a strange bird'.

''It's getting dark little Asta, we should go back to the orphanage'' Lily said

''You're right, let's go back'' Asta, picked up his sword and started walking with Lily, he still noticed her worried expression so he decided to speak.

''Lily'' Asta said in a soft tone.

''¿Hm?'' Lily snapped out of her thoughts and looked at Asta.

"You trust me, don't you? Asta exhibited a warm smile.

''Of course,'' Lily said instantly.

''Then stop worrying, don't overthink it. I am very clear about my goals and failing is not among one of them'' Asta said looking Lily in the eyes, Lily was a bit stunned by Asta's gaze her heart skipped a beat for a moment as she saw Asta's warm gaze, she got a bit nervous looking away.

''Y-yes'' Lily said almost in a whisper, her cheeks turning red.

...

Ten Years Passed...

Asta trained hard every day and enjoyed spending time with his adoptive family. Soon his quiet days came to an end and he would begin his second adventure...

In one room a completely different Asta stood in front of the mirror.

Asta was 5'6" tall. His short ash blond hair was neatly combed accentuating his oval face but with a defined jaw, his eyes were an intense emerald green. His body lean but muscular, Asta wore a white shirt with two open buttons showing a broad chest, the sleeves of his shirt were rolled up to his forearm. His pants were leather and he wore a belt with a few pockets and matching black boots.

''Not bad at all, but I miss my former appearance a bit'' Asta said remembering his former appearance.

The door to her room opened and a more mature Lily stared at Asta in a daze.

''Lily...'' Asta exhibited a smile making Lily's heart race.

Lily shook her head out of her daze, then reached over and hugged Asta tightly, Lily is afraid that something terrible might happen to Asta because he can't use magic in a world like this where magic dictates everything.

''Be careful Asta, be sure to come back if things don't go well'' Lily said with a touch of sadness in her voice.

''Hmm I'll be waiting for you'' Lily felt like she could melt into Asta's embrace and caresses, 'I don't want to part with him, but I can't stop him' Lily thought.

When they broke away from the embrace, Orsi Orfai was standing in the doorway watching them with various thoughts going through his head.

''It's not what you think Old Man...'' Lily was embarrassed to see Orsi Orfai smiling.

''That's not what it looks like'' The old man averted his gaze from Lily and looked Asta up and down, images of little Asta flashed through his mind, the boy was incredibly mature. He never complained about food, worked hard getting money for the orphanage and was always partial to his family.

''You grew up too fast Asta'' Orsi Orfai said in a melancholic voice.

''I trained hard all these years and I swear it was not in vain, I will prove to you that I can fulfill my dreams despite my situation,'' Asta said, his intense emerald eyes shone with determination.

The old man's eyes twitched for a moment when he heard what Asta said.

Lily exhibited a warm smile as she saw the determination on Asta's face.

''It's time for me to go'' Asta started walking, Orsi Fai stared at Asta's back fading from his sight, he felt helpless for not being able to stop him.

''You didn't agree with Asta's decision, did you old man?'' Lily looked at Orsi Orfai and the latter looked back at her.

''You know this world is very dangerous, and he's going straight into the lion's den Lily'' Orsi Orfai said with a worried expression.

''I feel worried about it too, but every time I see that determined expression and that warm smile, I can't tell him not to try. I want the best for Asta and if he wants to pursue his dreams then let him do it'' She exhibited a beautiful and warm smile, remembering the years she spent supporting and caring for little Asta.

''....'' Orsi Orfai didn't know what to say when he saw Lily's expression. 'Hasn't she noticed?' thought the old man.

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Tower of Grimoires (Dusk)

Asta arrives at the grimoire tower with the hope that despite not possessing magic, maybe some grimoire that does not need a bearer with magic will choose it.

Asta entered the tower ignoring all the stares he was given, the tower of grimoires inside was like a library. The grimoires were shining and flying all over the place

'Maybe I'm wasting my time by staying here, but hope is the last thing to be lost' Asta thought looking at the grimoires flying by.

...

Time passed quickly, people came and went, everything was quiet until a grimoire with a huge golden glow came out of the bookstore.

Asta's eyes sparkled with excitement as he saw the grimoire heading towards him but unfortunately it passed him by...

The grimoire descended into the hands of a young man of thin build and noble appearance, his amber eyes looked at everyone in the room with disdain as if he were facing ants.

A/N: This is Yuno.

''It's a grimoire of 4 Cloverleaves!!!'' A person who was close enough to him could see the grimoire.

'What a pity, I hope that grimoire fell into good hands' Asta thought internally as he watched the young nobleman's back disappear.

People slowly began to leave the grimoire tower, some with expressions overflowing with happiness and others with a dejected expression.

At this point Asta was the only one left in the room....

'As I guessed, grimoires only choose carriers that possess mana, I'll have to think of other alternatives' Asta turned and walked out of the grimoire tower.

Asta was walking slowly, red particles began to appear in his vision, causing him to become instantly alarmed and put on his guard.

A grimoire of dark aura and foul design hovered over Asta's vision.

'¿¡¡5 Clover Leaves!!?' Asta's brain short-circuited at the sight of the 5 clover leaves in the center of the grimoire.