Yin Zidian

Is Magic really just a wish machine?
No! In a universe where Magic truly exists, the ultimate nature of Magic must be as simple and aesthetically pleasing as the laws of physics.
This is the story of a mass-produced magical war tool who learned the ultimate nature of Magic.
But what of it?
Just as birds can fly without understanding aerodynamics, magicians can use Magic without grasping its ultimate nature.
Learning the ultimate nature of Magic doesn't mean the tool can instantly transform into a great magician.
But yearning for knowledge is a human instinct, and curiosity is the primary driving force of human civilization. Even for Magic, which should seemingly defy explanation, humans hope to understand its inherent operational laws.
The pursuit of Magic's ultimate nature requires no reason!
The story in this book takes place in an era where steel and gunpowder dance together.
Here, firearms are on the rise; armor remains the main character; military theory is changing rapidly, with endless innovations in systems and techniques. And this world has something more than ours: Magic.
The world is undergoing a profound transformation, and no one can remain detached from it...

Steel, Explosives, and Spellcasters

Apel's voice seemed to have a magical effect. Although Adam was glaring, panting heavily, and his face was blood red, he clamped his mouth shut.


Among the captive officers, only Apel and Asko could earn a full portion of bread; the other prisoners who refused to work could only get half. When Adam was dizzy with hunger, it was Apel who always shared his bread with him. So when Apel spoke, Adam complied even though he did so reluctantly.


"Stop disgracing yourself!" Apel said sternly, "If you want to die, go kill yourself. If someone truly wants to die, who can stop them? Sit down!"


Adam felt his nose tingle, the tears swirling in his eyes, as he walked back to the corner, defeated, and sat down on the floor. The clinking of his chains made a cold sound.


"Winters." Istvan leaned against the prison door, asking with a playful smile, "You don't really expect to subdue us with this sort of method, do you?"


Chapter 40 Prison_3