Reincarnation Of A Swordsman: The Omni Mage

Very few forge masters have enjoyed the luxury on working with a Tier-4 mana core, the main power source for Advanced weapons. Intermediate weapons were very rare in the mall and that said more about how difficult it was to make Advanced weapons.

An average forge master couldn't dream of making one except they were very experienced their field, but Orion wasn't an average forge master. From the first day Kyle had met Orion, he was sure that he was different and he wholly expected Orion to be able to deliver an advanced weapon for him.

"Of course. Do you have anything specific in mind?" Orion replied.

Kyle smiled, not surprised of Orion's confidence. "Not really. My brain's kind of clogged right now. You're the genius—any suggestions?"

Orion's fingers drummed against the core as he thought, his usual arrogance creeping back into his voice.

"Well, there are several options. I could create a completely new piece of equipment from scratch, tailored to your needs. Or," he paused dramatically, "I could upgrade your katana, the [Frozen Claw], into an advanced weapon—or perhaps something even greater."

Kyle's eyes lit up at the mention of his katana. He summoned it from his inventory, the blade glowing as he admired it for a moment.

"An upgrade, huh?" He ran his fingers along the hilt, feeling the faint chill of its ice enchantment.

"Yeah, that sounds good. I've grown attached to this beauty. Let's take it to the next level."

He stood up and tossed the katana to Orion, who caught it with practiced ease, now holding the weapon in one hand and the mana core in the other. Orion's grin stretched ear to ear as he examined the two items. "You won't regret this, Kyle. This upgrade will be legendary."

Kyle smirked. "It better be. I'll give you two weeks to finish it."

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"Two weeks?" Orion groaned, though his excitement didn't waver. "Fine, fine. I'll cut into my spare time. But you better appreciate the masterpiece I'm about to create."

"I will," Kyle said with a grin. "Just don't mess it up."

"Mess it up?" Orion scoffed. "Please. This is me we're talking about. By the time I'm done, the [Frozen Claw] will be unparalleled."

"Good to hear." Kyle stretched, feeling satisfied. "I've got to bounce. I have to visit the Dean to approve Void's… situation."

"Yeah, whatever," Orion muttered distractedly, his attention already consumed by the mana core. He led Kyle to the door absentmindedly, barely looking up as he ushered him out.

As the door closed behind Kyle, a mad grin spread across Orion's face. He held the mana core up to the light, it's golden glow reflecting in his glasses.

"Time to work on this baby," he whispered and with a maniacal laugh, he turned back toward his converted laboratory.

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"Now I've given Orion some work to do, our next destination would be for us to meet the Dean," Kyle said to Void as they walked in the opposite direction of Orion's door.

"Where's the Dean's office located even?" Void curiously asked as he walked behind Kyle. Earlier before they came to visit Orion, he had contemplated speaking the human tongue, as that might have been too suspicious.

But after not seeing much of an extreme reaction from Orion when he had spoken earlier, Void felt confident that beasts who could talk were quite normal.

"I'm not too sure of its location," Kyle replied. "But I'll be going there through the portal room next to the infirmary."

He had checked the map that was sent to him from the mission report official and like he had guessed, it just had directions leading to the portal room and the portal number that led to the Dean's office.

"So we'll be leaving the dormitory?" Void asked.

"Yup."

"Then why didn't we see the Dean before seeing Orion. Now we're going to come to the Dorm, leave and return." Void pointed out with an annoyed expression.

"Well..." Kyle was short of words and decided to keep quiet.

They both continued with their walk to the portal room, this time more silent than before. The atmosphere was lively as students passed by, some carrying books while others chatted about their missions but Kyle used this time to think about the weight of this meeting.

'Assuming the Dean doesn't approve of Void, what happens next,' Kyle thought, scared to come up with an answer. He couldn't imagine losing Void and he really hoped that Michael would approve of him.

"Are you nervous?" Void broke the silence with his question, as it reading Kyle's mind.

Kyle glanced at his companion. "Not really," he lied. "Just wondering what the Dean might say about you."

Void chuckled his sharp teeth formed into a grin. "You think he'll ask me to leave? That would be quite the adventure."

"Not happening," Kyle said firmly. "You're staying. I won't let anyone change that."

"Good. I like it here. But let's hope the Dean sees things the same way." Void added with a smile.

Reaching the portal room, Kyle paused to admire the number of portals present there and now it functioned as a transportation network across the academy. It didn't take too long before a staff member approached him with a clipboard in hand.

"Name and purpose?" she asked in a professional tone.

"Kyle Lin. Here to meet the Dean," Kyle replied, holding out the confirmation letter from the mission board.

The staff member skimmed through it and nodded. "Your request has been sent to the Dean. Please wait by portal number four for approval."

Kyle and Void moved to the designated portal, where a shimmering barrier of mana stood inactive. Moments later, the staff member approached them again. "The Dean has approved your visit. Step through when ready."

Kyle took a deep breath and glanced at Void. "Here we go."

The portal activated, and a swirl of golden light enveloped them. The sensation of teleportation was disorienting but barely noticeable than Kyle now. He stepped through with Void close behind, and they emerged in a spacious, elegantly designed office.

The room was grand, with walls lined with shelves of ancient books and artifacts. A large desk sat in the center, behind which Michael observed them with a calm yet authoritative demeanor. The Dean's piercing brown eyes settled on Kyle before shifting to Void.

"Kyle Lin," the Dean said with a wide smile. "Take a seat. Your companion may join you."

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Kyle nodded, gesturing for Void to sit beside him. Void complied, curling his tail around his feet.

The Dean leaned back in his chair, studying Void for a moment. "This is the beast I've been hearing about?"

"Yes, sir," Kyle replied with a tone as respectful as he could muster. "His name is Void."

Michael's lips curved into a faint smile. "Void. A fitting name for a creature of his stature. Tell me, Kyle, how did you come across him?"

Kyle explained the the same story he had been telling everyone else, from how he saw Void trapped and managed to free him to how Void swore loyalty to him and all.

The Dean listened attentively to Kyle's tale before nodding thoughtfully when was done. "That was a noble act, Kyle. But you must understand how unusual this is. Creatures of draconic descent are exceedingly rare—and may dangerous. Even in their younger forms."