-770- The magic that controls the world

For Rozen, who possessed the divine-level "Mind's Eye," every phenomenon occurring before him was clearly visible.

Even in the case of spatial transfer, the spatial fluctuations caused in that instant were vividly presented before Rozen's "Mind's Eye." Therefore, Rozen could affirm that Sylphid's magic was not spatial transfer because it didn't cause any spatial fluctuations.

"Sylphid isn't entering the space for transfer; instead, he disperses himself like air, then suddenly condenses elsewhere," Rozen stated.

Edmund, Glendan, and even Eva, moved by Sylphid, similarly dispersed in the air and then reappeared on Daedalus' deck. This made it seem like instantaneous movement or spatial displacement.

This revelation allowed Rozen to understand Sylphid's magical circuit.

However, on the deck, Edmund tightly focused on Yaya, Irori, and Komurasaki beside Rozen, as well as the terrifying ice sculptures surrounding them. Though sweat dripped from his forehead, his expression seemed unabashed.

"What formidable automatons. While strategically not as significant as Eva, their individual capabilities, especially with you as the manipulator, are undoubtedly impressive. I suddenly understand why you were able to single-handedly annihilate the 'Divine Works' and cause the proud 'Kreuzrittern' to suffer complete losses at the Night Party."

Edmund gazed at Rozen, finally extending an hand.

"I say, why don't you bring those three automatons over to my side? I guarantee they'll make you much more awe-inspiring on the battlefield than any Wiseman."

Edmund grinned audaciously.

However, compared to Edmund, Rozen's smile was more intriguing.

"If I refuse, will you make me disappear from this world, just like Professor Radcliffe, unnoticed by anyone?"

This enigmatic statement caused Edmund to squint his eyes.

Not only Edmund but even Glendan wore a solemn expression. The reason was simple: if Rozen had overheard the conversation between Edmund and Io, it meant he had been present long before.

Despite being right here, neither Edmund, Glendan, nor any surrounding soldiers had detected his presence throughout.

This indicated the formidable stealth capabilities of Rozen.

Considering this, Edmund reconsidered his previous statement.

"I'll take back what I said."

Edmund restrained his expression.

"It's rather unpleasant having you around. I'll settle for capturing your automatons."

At this point, Edmund surprisingly still coveted the "Setsugetsuka" series of automatons.

However, it was by no means Edmund overestimating himself. At least, he possessed capabilities that the "Setsugetsuka" couldn't resist, especially with Rozen as the operator.

"Snap"

On Daedalus' deck, Edmund placed his hand on Eva's side.

"Hum"

Magical energy released from Edmund flowed into Eva's body.

Witnessing this scene, Rozen hadn't acted yet when Io suddenly jolted, shouting,

"Don't...!"

Unfortunately, it was too late.

"Laaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa————!"

The air vibrated abruptly, stirred by the clear singing voice.

It was the vibrations caused by the clear singing voice.

Suddenly, Eva, who had been standing expressionless, gently placed her hand on her chest, opened her small mouth, and began to sing wholeheartedly.

The singing voice transformed into magical fluctuations only discernible by magus or automatons, spreading like a tsunami.

"Ah...!"

"Ugh...!"

"Yaa...!"

As the tsunami-like singing voice spread, Yaya, Irori, and Komurasaki, bathed in it, emitted a mournful cry. They covered their ears, faces turning pale as if something terrifying had entered their bodies. Their bodies began to sway, even their magical energy dissipating.

"Rumble..."

The entire square trembled, appearing on the verge of collapse.

This vibration continued to spread, ultimately shrouding the entire Machinart City.

Yet, the source of the tremors wasn't magic.

It was the vibrations brought by automatons.

On the square, all the automata that were originally displayed as exhibits started moving.

"Bang!"

"Bang!"

"Bang!"

Accompanied by the continuous sound of shattering glass, the glass of display cases containing automata was shattered from within, letting the automatons burst out.

"What... what's going on...!?"

"Don't move...!"

"Wait... wait a moment...!"

On the streets and in the square, automatons originally under control suddenly lost it, erupting into chaos. People exclaimed and shouted one after another.

In the blink of an eye, the entire Machinart City plunged into chaos.

All automatons completely broke free from their constraints. Like a tidal wave, they surged toward this direction.

Even some of the mechanical hounds that had been blasted away on the surrounding ground, some still maintaining their bodies or mobility, suddenly staggered to their feet.

All these automatons turned toward Rozen's direction, beginning their charge.

In an instant, it was like a thousand horses galloping, with the thunderous vibrations resounding.

"Rozen...!"

"Rozen-sama...!"

"Rozen...!"

Yaya, Irori, and Komurasaki, still swaying, hadn't lost consciousness entirely, hastily gathered towards Rozen.

"Don't panic!"

Rozen remained remarkably calm, channeling his magical energy into Yaya, Irori, and Komurasaki through the Shikigami contract.

Receiving Rozen's magical support, Yaya, Irori, and Komurasaki visibly regained their composure.

However...

"I... I can't use magic!"

"Me neither!"

"I... I can't either!"

Yaya, Irori, and Komurasaki, one after another, exclaimed with changed expressions.

"Can't use magic?"

Rozen was initially puzzled but quickly understood.

"In Eva's 'Multi-Controller' domain, even if Banned Dolls can resist control, they can't use magic!"

Io hastily explained the situation.

Indeed.

"Eva's 'Multi-Controller' has the power to forcibly control and rewrite the 'Eve's Heart' of automatons. Once the alteration succeeds, it retreats. If it fails, 'Multi-Controller' continuously invades the heart. Even if Setsugetsuka can resist control, if Eva's 'Multi-Controller' affects them, based on the 'Principle of Incompatible Magical Activity,' they can't use a second type of magic!"

Io hurriedly clarified, explaining the reasons.

In other words, this magic had the power to control all automatons. Even if it couldn't control them, it could dismantle all automatons' abilities.

"With this, I will ascend to the pinnacle of the world."

Edmund stood on the deck of Daedalus, spreading his arms, proclaiming ecstatically.

"The world will ultimately be mine."

This was Edmund's reliance.