Breakthrough with the Forbidden Master Chapter 6 – The Great Demon King’s Magic

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“Anyway, let’s quickly finish this!”

A problem set created by Sadis as a punishment.
Feeling downcast, I begrudgingly took a seat at the desk and started working, with no other choice but to comply.

『Hoh. So you are actually doing it… 』
“Well, if I don’t do it Sadis will get angry… and if she genuinely dislikes me, I… would be troubled.
『……… 』
“Oi, don’t just stay silent. It’s awkward!”
『No, yeah, well… 'Tis quite endearing considering your tone and attitude. 』

The Great Demon King peered at me as if somewhat impressed by my obedient behaviour towards Sadis.
After exchanging a few casual words, I quickly focused on the Magic Mathematics problems.

“…Um…… breakdown this section.….. substitute it here…”

Sadis’ original problems proved to be somewhat more challenging than the ones typically encountered in our Academy classes.
They were filled with complicated calculations, where even a minor oversight could have disastrous consequences.
Moreover, Sadis never gives 'partial credit' for incorrect answers, even if the correct process is used.
She only evaluates based on correct or incorrect answers, because it takes extra time to verify the calculations.

『Hoh… A math problem, huh? 』
“Shut it, I’m concentrating right now, so please don’t interrupt.”

The Great Demon King, seemingly bored, peeked at the problem I was working on.
Then, while looking at my answer, the Great Demon King……

『…… Hmm…… It seems that your fundamental academic abilities are far superior to those of your father. 』
“Guhk!?”

I trembled with such intensity upon hearing those words that I involuntarily broke the pen I was holding.

“Eeh… Wha… Eh? Oh, superior… than my father?”
『Hmm? Is something amiss? That guy is undoubtedly an imbecile with abysmal academic records, no matter how you look at it, is he not? 』

It was the first time I had ever been told that I was superior than my father.
Certainly, I had heard that my father struggled with academic studies during his time at the Academy.
However, I had never been referred to as ‘superior’ to my father because of that.
The only praise I had received was the subtle compliment of being “more efficient than my father”.
That’s why I felt bewildered by the words “superior to my father.”

『Well… solving equations like this won’t be of any use in the real world or even in magical research. 』
“Guhk…”
『Even if you were to use it, it would be solely for exams as a way to measure the difference in academic abilities… In other words, studying merely for the sake of examination. 』

The answer to the question we all wonder at some point, “What’s the point of memorizing something like this?” was bluntly dismissed by the Great Demon King himself, stating, “It’s useless”.

『What’s the matter? Suddenly hanging your head down and your hand stopped working? 』
“Whose fault do you think it is…”

I suddenly felt foolish, questioning why I was even bothering with all this.
After all, the self-proclaimed all-knowing and all-powerful being just declared that it’s useless.

『Nevertheless, you humans are inefficient. What’s the point of diligently working on lengthy calculations that have no practical application in your daily lives? Tis the answer that matters, is it not? 』

As I sat there with my halted hand, the Great Demon King let out a sigh and interjected, not only commenting on the meaninglessness of the problem but also criticizing the methodology as “inefficient” from the start.

“Inefficient?”
『That’s right. Rather than going through each individual calculation meticulously, it would be more efficient to have the equations memorized and let the【Automatic Calculation】take care of the rest. 』

I didn’t quite grasp the meaning behind the words of the Great Demon King.

“A-automatic calculation? What’s that? “
『Aah, come to think of it… I forgot that you humans are incapable of such a thing… Oh well, there is no helping it then. 』

The Great Demon King nodded as if immediately understanding my question. After a brief pause, the Great Demon King made me a suggestion.

『Very well. If you would not be able to leave until you finish that… I suppose I can lend you some assistance. 』
“Assistance? What do you mean? Are you going to solve it for me?”
『Not quite. Now follow my instructions… draw a Magic Circle for acquiring magic. 』
“A Magic Circle?”

Does he intend to have me perform a ritual to learn a certain type of magic?

『Magic power and precision are enhanced through training, but in order to learn beginner-level magic, one must enter into a contract through a Magic Circle. Speaking of, have you ever drawn a Magic Circle yourself? 』
“Of course. Don’t you learn the basic magic attributes of wind, lightning, and earth by contracting magic? Undertaking such tasks on my own is how I grow, or so Sadis says….”
『Hmm… In that case, it should be fine. Alright… Draw a hexagram on the floor and chant the incantation I will tell you while manipulating your magic energy. 』
“…Seriously… What will happen as a result?”
『You shall become more efficient! 』

I was suddenly instructed to enter into a magic contract while studying.
If I want to finish quickly and go outside, I should solve at least one more problem instead of wasting time like this.
However, the Great Demon King asserts that this approach is 'more efficient'.
Somehow, I find myself intrigued by it.

『The chant is 'Wendouzu Maaiikurosofuto Ofeisu Benrii'…… now, you must recite it!』

As expected, it was an incantation that I had never heard before.
In other words, this is an original spell created by the Great Demon King……?

“What kind of magic is it?”

If this is indeed an original spell by the Great Demon King, then I couldn’t help but feel a little excited.
Regardless of his history as a nemesis of mankind, this means that I would have the opportunity to use the Great Demon King’s magic.
And, that magic is…..

『It’s called the Automatic Calculation magic, 【Excel】』
“Excel…?”

I haven’t heard of it before. What kind of magic is it… Well, never mind.

“Hmm…Well, whatever. Whether a demon or a snake appears… Make a contract with me! 'Wendouzu Maaiikurosofuto Ofeisu Benrii'… The name of the power I seek is…… 【Excel】!

Come to think of it, it has been quite some time since I last formed a contract with a new spell.
A unique, ethereal light emanates as the magic circle on the floor permeates my body, enveloping me and merging with my essence, granting me something entirely new.

“…Is this…… enough?”
『Tis sufficient. 』

The magic circle on the floor disappeared cleanly. This is not only proof that I have acquired a new magic, but also a confirmation that it went well.

“So…? What should I do now?”
『Cast 【Excel】, and visualize equations in your mind, substituting the figures. The incantation remains the same as before, in the ancient magical language. 』
“U, understood… ‘Wendouzu Maaiikurosofuto Ofeisu Benrii’”

I recited the incantation. Now, what’s going to happen?
Gradually, or rather rapidly, my mind is enveloped in a sensation of clarity.
This sensation is similar to the feeling experienced when one’s mind is functioning at its best during activities that require mental effort such as calculations or memorization.
Visualizing equations in my mind and substituting the numbers…Guhk?!

“…4545072…… eh?”

The moment I inserted the numbers into the equation I visualized mentally, the answers instantly appeared in my head … no way!

『Automatically calculated… That is the answer. 』
“Guhk!?”

Wha…!?

“Whaaaat!? Th-that’s ridiculous! S-such a long calculation…… I, just now, in an instant?”
『That’s right. Whether it’s intricate calculations involving fractions and denominators or functions within the equation, once you visualize the equation mentally, the answer is automatically derived. 』
“Guhk!?”
『Such is the power of what I’ve developed… 【Excel】』

This is crazy! To perform such a complex calculation in an instant … such a thing……

“Wai, just wait a moment! N-now, I will cancel the magic and then, l-let’s confirm it…”
『You are free to confirm it as much as you like. 』

It's almost unbelievable. If, something like this were possible… then everything in the field of Magic Mathematics…… Even the significance of exams… Seriously?

“…… The answer is…… 4545072…… It’s the same.”
『Do you understand now? 』
“Th-this time, I will try with a different problem! *mumble mumble*…… 【Excel】”

Wait, so there's no need to go through the hassle of performing those lengthy calculations, being cautious about careless mistakes, and double-checking multiple times?
Oi oi, that’s…

“……69…… s-seriously…… Ha ha…… Oi, oi!”
『How do you find it? Efficient, is it not? 』
“Ha, hahahaha! Kuhahahahaha! This is incredible!”

I was delighted.
I never thought I could learn such a convenient magic.
This is really useful.
In fact, as long I remember the equations, the rest is a piece of cake.
So, with this, at least in the field of Magic Mathematics… even that Princess might…?

However, I hadn’t realized yet.

The magic and knowledge possessed by the Great Demon King were not only useful in Magic Mathematics, but rather this was just the beginning.

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