A magic merchant infiltrating Fairy Tail

Chapter 71 Rumors about the Eichsny family

Forget-Your-Worries Tavern.

"What?! Ice Demon Slayer Magic?!"

After listening to Natsu and the tavern owner Poole's account, Kira learned about the situation.

Since we're talking about the Ice Demon Slayer Technique, wasn't the person who was taken away a few years ago in the story Gin?

It should be silver...

The Dark Magic Guild Alliance, established this year, has nine of the strongest members in the Tartaros, collectively known as the "Nine Ghost Gates." Silver is one of them, and he is also Gray's father, Silver Fullpasta.

According to Kira's memories of the original work, Silver was killed by Deliora ten years ago. His body was then resurrected by Keith, a necromancer from the Nine Demon Gates, and he remained active until the battle between Fairy Tail and Tartaros, lasting for a full seventeen years.

According to the original work, he learned the Ice Demon Slayer Technique during this period, and was therefore appreciated by Maldo Gil, the guild master of the Underworld Gate, and became one of the Nine Demon Gates. He eventually disappeared after Keith was defeated.

Kira believes that Silver's appearance was meant to give Gray a power-up, allowing him to inherit the Ice Devil Slayer Technique.

The original work did not explain who created this magic, nor did it explain where or how Gin learned it; it was only mentioned briefly. Now it seems that it was "stolen" here.

It must be a patch that was applied to the world...

That's true; this mission never appeared in the original game, so it's normal to patch it.

"Yes, the Ice Demon Slayer Technique, what's wrong?" Poole asked, puzzled, seeing Kira's unusual reaction.

"It's nothing, I'm just a little surprised," Kira explained casually.

Natsu laughed heartily: "Right, right? I was surprised at first too! I never expected there would be a demon-slaying technique specifically for demons. When I first heard about it, I thought it was magic taught by demons!"

Seeing Kira looking down thoughtfully and remaining silent, Lucy asked, "What's wrong with this magic?"

Kira shook his head: "It's nothing, just a little strange."

He then explained to the group the information he had found about the legend of the Black and White Goddesses: "I originally thought that even if there was a legacy, it should be the Ice God-Slaying Magic, but I didn't expect it to be the Ice Demon-Slaying Magic. It's really strange!"

“Now that you mention it, it does seem a bit strange,” Lucy’s mind was clearly much sharper than Natsu’s. After listening to Kira’s explanation, she began to analyze, resting her chin on her hand. “There’s a sense of disconnect! The Black and White Goddesses and God-Slaying Magic, demons and Demon-Slaying Magic—it feels like there should be some connection between the two, and it’s this connection that caused this change…”

Harpy, with his six-year-old brain, also started thinking: "But what kind of changes will occur?"

Suddenly, Lucy seemed to have thought of something, and exclaimed while slapping the table, "Could it be related to the man in the story?"

“Very likely!” Kira confirmed Lucy’s idea. “I think so too, but unfortunately we haven’t been able to find any information about this man so far. I even doubt whether he really exists!”

"Perhaps... this person really does exist!" the tavern owner said.

Does this old man know something? Sure enough, these kinds of NPCs won't reveal all their information until the plot progresses to a certain point. He used to hate this kind of thing when playing games!

Kira asked, "Uncle, do you know anything?"

“This all started with a legend from our tribe…” Poole poured himself a glass of strong liquor, took a sip, and said, “As you already know, our Esisnu tribe has always considered ourselves descendants of a god, and serving that god is our creed. There’s a legend in our tribe that goes like this…”

Then, Poole slowly began to recount the tribal legends he had heard as a child:

In that era before dragons and humans fully awakened, in that era when gods and demons were locked in a fierce struggle, the ancestor of the Eisneux clan, who was known as a god, was provoked by a demon and turned against his own brothers. Only on his deathbed did he finally understand everything. So this ancestor transformed his power into magic specifically for demons, which is the Demon Extermination Magic.

"There are many legends passed down in the clan, but after research, it was found that most of them were added by later generations. Of course, there are also some that cannot be verified because they are too old. This is just one of them."

Poole said, "If you hadn't just said that the story of the Black and White Fairies is somewhat similar to this legend, I almost wouldn't have remembered it!"

Kira said with great interest, "Most of the ancient legends in this world that are too old to be verified are at least three-tenths true! The story of the Black and White Fairies reminds you of a legend you've almost forgotten, Uncle. Perhaps this isn't a coincidence!"

"Hahaha, really?" Poole laughed heartily. "You're still just a teenager, and you actually believe in something like fate?"

"Let's believe it a little bit!" Kira was also infected by the atmosphere and smiled. "By combining all the information, stories, and legends, and adding a little bit of bold speculation, we might be able to piece together a complete story!"

"A mage who is the destroyer of ice, known as the Black Celestial, and another descendant of the ice god, known as the White Celestial, were raised by an opposing force after their birth."

Two forces were drawn into a struggle by the demon's instigation. The two sisters, unaware of the situation, engaged in a final battle on the Zonia Peak. During the battle, they realized their connection through their bloodline. After the White Celestial was victorious, the mountain turned into a snow-capped mountain.

Later, both sides were tricked and killed by demons. Before their deaths, they transformed their god-slaying magic, ice magic, and demonic factors into an ice-based demon-slaying technique, which has been passed down from generation to generation.

Kira spoke earnestly about his fabricated story, becoming more and more enthusiastic as he went on, seemingly quite proud of his screenwriting skills: "Ah! What a family-friendly ethical drama! It would definitely be a hit as a play!"

"Hahaha, that's quite a story!" Poole didn't seem to mind Kira's 'fabrication' at all; on the contrary, he was quite interested. "According to your explanation, we've found the reason why our race has been fighting demons for thousands of years. Hahaha... that's quite possible!"

"Speaking of demons, is this guy an enemy of your race?"

As he spoke, Kira looked at Krowy in the corner. She had been released from the stone cell by Kira, but she was shackled with handcuffs, leg irons, blindfolds, a mask, and a collar made of magic-sealing stone. With all that on, she couldn't even speak, let alone use magic.

At this moment, Krowi was blind and unable to move. She could only make whimpering sounds as she listened to the conversations around her. Natsu, Lucy, and Happy, who was eating grilled fish, were responsible for guarding her while secretly listening to Kira and the tavern owner's conversation.

"In fact, I have never seen them either. To protect the rest of our people, only those who inherit the magic have known what they look like. After my brother died, perhaps only the man who stole the magic has ever seen them."

"Demons...?"

Sure enough, this demon had companions!

Ignoring Kira's mutterings, Poole continued, "However, according to the elders of the tribe, demons are immune to physical attacks. Based on your description, this demon can transform into clouds to become immune to physical attacks, so it must be one of them. I never imagined that you could actually defeat a demon without a demon-slaying technique!"

"It wasn't us, it was me!" Kira emphasized this point subtly, then put on an apologetic look, "Ahem... This S-rank mission was supposed to be completed by an S-rank mage from the guild, but Natsu took on the mission without permission, causing you trouble. I'm truly sorry!"

"Not only did he accept a mission beyond his capabilities, but he also couldn't defeat the target and even injured his comrades... I've already scolded him, and the guild will take appropriate action when we get back. Please forgive him for the trouble he caused you! As for this mission, I will take over!"

Chapter 72 Winter's Receiving Magic

Kira's attitude was quite sincere, but Poole detected a strange sense of schadenfreude in it.

He glanced at the sullen Natsu and waved his hand, saying, "No, no! There's nothing bothering you. Natsu is a very kind person; I shouldn't have let him do a task of this magnitude!"

What a kind old man... but something about that sounds a bit strange...

Sure enough, upon hearing the tavern owner's words, Natsu lowered his head even further...

Kira ignored Natsu's dejected mood and stroked his chin, saying, "Speaking of which, I don't think you have any ill intentions towards these demons, uncle. Aren't you sworn enemies?"

"An ancient enemy... What can't be erased after a thousand years? Long-term peace has made the Esisny clan abandon hatred of unknown origin."

Poole said, “Even if, as you suspect, our ancestors did indeed die because of the devil’s schemes, we are not harmed by them now. Compared to being obsessed with revenge, peace and the continuation of our race are more important.”

"As for the magic passed down through generations, it was mainly for the purpose of having a power to protect the people, and at the same time, it was preserved for the sake of the final responsibility and honor."

Kira didn't say much to this attitude, and chuckled lightly, "You people are quite magnanimous..."

"I just never imagined that the Esisnu clan, which had lived in seclusion for a thousand years and now numbered only a few, would suffer such an accident." Poole sighed, then downed several more gulps of wine. "It's not surprising that outsiders would covet this power, I just regret... sigh..."

"Haven't you thought about revenge?" Kira asked tentatively.

"I have thought about it, but I don't have the strength, and I don't even know what that man looks like. Besides, the world is so big, where would I even begin to look?" Upon hearing the word "revenge," Pull's mood clearly sombered. "Right now, all I want is to see my brother's daughter grow up peacefully, that's enough!"

"The only thing that worries me is that the kid is a bit stubborn. I don't know why, but he insists on proving his abilities."

Kira pressed, "That little girl named Winter? I heard from Natsu that she's a very talented mage. Hasn't she thought about avenging her father?"

Aren't children of this age usually rebellious and have a kind of blind self-confidence?

“No!” Poole shook his head. “She was a very kind and mature child. Although she has become much more reserved and stubborn since then, perhaps it was something my brother said before he died. That child was not blinded by hatred, which is the only thing to be thankful for.”

Just as Kira was about to ask more questions, the tavern door was pushed open.

Kira turned around and raised an eyebrow.

Speak of the devil, and he appears!

The girl's expression was indifferent, her brows were furrowed with sorrow, and her eyes held an unconcealable loneliness, but judging from her appearance, she was indeed a kind girl.

With just one glance, Kira could roughly tell what kind of person she was.

Then, he turned his gaze to the group of people who followed her in, namely Kana, Rocky, and the unconscious Elfman.

As soon as Kana entered the tavern, her eyes lit up. Kira didn't know if this change was due to the rich aroma of the wine in the tavern or because he was there.

"Kira, it's so good to see you here!" Cana exclaimed. "Come quick, Elfman has been poisoned!"

It seems that the latter is still more common at present!

"Kana! Loki! Elfman! You're here too?!" Lucy, Natsu, and Happy walked towards the three who entered. "What happened to you? How did Elfman get poisoned?"

Seeing Elfman's face, which had turned almost black from being thrown on the ground by Loki and Cana, Kira realized the seriousness of the situation and quickly got up to check on him: "Purify!"

Three spells simultaneously struck Elfman, Cana, and Loki, clearing the toxins from their bodies one by one.

Half a minute later, the abnormality on Elfman's face gradually faded and became slightly rosy. Rocky and Cana, who were resting next to him, also looked much better with Kira's help. Until just now, they had been struggling to fight against the toxins in their bodies!

Seeing that the two had almost recovered, Kira asked, "Did you also encounter a demon?"

“Yes!” Kana glanced discreetly at Klaue in the corner. “You caught one?”

Kira plopped down in a chair: "To correct you, I caught him! This guy is a demon who can transform into elements and use cloud magic. His magic is quite unique; Natsu was no match for him. If I hadn't arrived in time, adorable Happy might not have made it to the hospital..."

"And you? Did you encounter someone using poison?"

Kana explained, "He's a man who uses mist magic. According to you, he should also be a demon. He can also elementalize. Poison mist is one of his methods. In addition, there is corrosive acid mist and sticky mist that can bind the two types of mist together and is unaffected by wind."

Kira suddenly realized: "No wonder you were beaten up like this. None of you have magic that can deal with this kind of thing."

After thinking for a moment, he continued, "I'll change the cards for you when we get back!"

The sun is rising in the west? Kira would actually do such a unprofitable business?

Cana gave Kira a deep look with an unusual gaze.

"Hey! What's that look in your eyes?"

Kira felt uncomfortable under that gaze. What did that mean?! Did you think I was just a shrewd businessman?!

"Yes!"

As if sensing Kira's displeasure in her eyes, Cana inexplicably uttered a sentence, eliciting confusion from those around her. They wondered, "What's wrong with Cana?" "What's she saying all of a sudden?" "Did she just get her brain damaged?"...

Of everyone, only Kira, who knew them well, understood.

Hmph! This damn teamwork! This damn intelligence! Kira always manages to understand things I don't want to understand! If only I were a little dumber!

"We owe this all to this young girl's help..."

Ignoring everyone's gaze, Kana changed the subject to Winter, recounting how she had been rescued earlier.

Winter has returned to his original appearance and is currently tidying up the empty bottles left behind by the bartender after he finished drinking.