It's been a few days since Roxy left. I have to admit, I really miss her. She was more than just a magic teacher to me - she became a part of my life, almost like family. And I'm not alone, Rudy and the others miss her too. I thought long and hard and finally decided to stop hiding my true magic. After all, I can send letters faster thanks to my shadows, and waiting for months for a reply would be a fool's errand.
Today, Rudy went out on his own. He even talked me into going with him, but I decided to stay. The reason was simple - he would soon meet Sylphie. I'm not sure if it will be today or in a few days, but time will tell. Of course, that's not the only reason I didn't go. I need to practice new spells and hone my skills. I still haven't used my instant death ability. I know it may be too early for that, but I want to try it out in practice. But for now, I'll have to wait. My theory about this ability is fascinating - if it's true, it could connect to the Shadowlord's power. In his world, Yogiri could kill any way he wished. If I gained this ability as well, I could not only wipe enemies from existence, but perhaps have their heads explode and then add them to my shadow army.
These are just theories for now, but if they are confirmed, it will be amazing. Besides, I've started thinking about creating new shadows. I have quite a few in my army, but I'd like to have some that I can create myself. I'm thinking dragon and fox. They're just ideas for now, but I'd like to create them before we leave so they can protect those I care about here. That's why I'm revealing more and more of my true magic.
[Time skip - a few hours]
So it really was the day Rudy met Sylphie. How did I know? Simple - a mother and son from the village came in the afternoon and complained about Rudy. Honestly? I know I could have intervened, but I let things happen the way they were supposed to - just like in the original canon. That's why I didn't point out to Rudy that Sylphie was a girl. I want to see if he's going to act the same way he did in the anime - if he's still the same dumbass.
I didn't want him to think I was just throwing sticks at him, so I praised him for his behavior. He did the right thing - he decided to help someone who was being bullied. I know it must have been hard for him, having been through something similar himself. I could see how much my praise meant to him, he even hugged me tightly. He's slowly starting to really like me. Yes, I often make fun of him, but I also show him brotherly love. Maybe now he finally understands what it's like to have a real family.
[Time skip - 6 months]
We're past our sixth birthday. It may not be a big number, but when you live each day to the fullest, time passes differently. It's been a long time since Rudy met Sylphie. I haven't seen her yet, which is why I keep teasing him for making up his friend. Of course, I know she's real, but I love how frustrating it is for him. He's tried several times to drag me out to meet her, but I've always refused.
I started corresponding with Roxy on a regular basis. Of course, Rudy writes to her too... or should I say, I do it for both of us? I always take his letter and use my shadow to pass it on to Kuray, who delivers it to Roxy. We've already arranged that he can simply drop his answers into the shadow so we can receive them faster. She even asked me how it all works. I promised to show her when we meet again. She hasn't seen Kuray yet - there's still time for that.
Lillie's behavior towards me hasn't changed at all, for which I'm honestly glad. If she had mentioned my magic to my parents, it would have been difficult to explain. By starting to reveal my power gradually, I might be able to get rid of the fear that she'll reveal it one day. I'm also starting to get a clearer picture of my new shadows, because when we find out she and her mother are pregnant together, they'll need protection.
In the evening, a storm blew in and Rudy and Sylphie arrived at our house. And that's when everything went wrong. As usual, I spent my time locked in my room, deciding it would be better to meet her under better circumstances. But then I heard crying. Rudy had just messed up their relationship perfectly, hadn't he? No, Sylphie forgives him almost immediately. I think tomorrow's the day we finally meet... Plus, I have fencing practice in the morning. While Rudy practices with his father, I'll focus on new techniques. I still can't believe he's so terrible at fencing. Is that really possible?
[Light time skip – POV]
I heard what happened this morning and had to laugh. I looked out the window and finally saw Sylphie. She definitely didn't look like a boy - she was a cute girl. After breakfast, I went outside to practice and saw her standing by the gate while Rudy was talking to her father. I decided to walk over and introduce myself.
I noticed the way she looked at me and her cheeks instantly flushed. "Is it because I look like a demon too?" I thought. Still, I walked up to her and spoke with a smile:
"Hi, I'm Mephistopheles Greyrat, you can call me Mephisto. You must be Sylphie, right?"
She couldn't manage more than a simple "uhm..." I thought I should apologize to her for my stupid brother. "Please accept my apology for what Rudy did. He never had any friends, and he probably couldn't imagine that a beautiful girl like you could be friends with him." At that moment, she was as red as a tomato...
I noticed Rudy approaching and throwing me a hostile look. Yeah, he's jealous. Honestly, I enjoy provoking him. When he finally got to us, I decided to give them some space.
"I'm glad I could meet you, Sylphie. Please keep an eye on my stupid brother," I said, and with an amused smile, I retreated back to my training.
Just out of the corner of my eye, I saw Rudy put on his classic pose and utter the line his father had taught him. Paul stood next to me and watched the situation unfold with his arms folded across his chest.
"Those kids are growing up, aren't they?", I said in amusement.
At that moment Paul laughed and nodded his head. "Hahaha, you're right. They grow up way too fast."
I couldn't help smiling. "I feel like his second dad, he is our silly little Rudy after all."
Paul nodded in agreement, but there was something thoughtful in his gaze. He was probably realizing that I also had a stronger connection to Rudy than he might have thought. As we watched Rudy and Sylphie finally begin to understand each other, my mind whirled with thoughts.
Why am I acting like I'm a father? Maybe it's the fact that when Roxy told me one night between classes that if I still wanted to marry her one day, I'd have to wait ten years, I took it as a commitment. Now there are only nine years left... But what if she finally turns me down?
I shook my head. There's no reason to worry about it now. Time will tell.
With that, I went about my training while Rudy continued with his own story. I know there will be harder times, but now? We're just kids now, so we should enjoy every day we have ahead of us.