Fairy Tail: This Healing Mage's hits hurt so much!

Three days passed in the blink of an eye. As the green light of the last healing magic dissipated, the last trace of bluish-black lines on Leo's arm completely faded away. His pale face regained a healthy blush, and his eyes were as lively as a bird just released from its cage.

He skipped and hopped around the study twice, even mimicking Emerald by waving his fist, his face beaming with joy.

"I'm all better! I don't feel uncomfortable at all! Thank you, Riyue-gege!"

Riyao withdrew his gleaming hand, wiped the sweat from his brow, and grinned.

"How about that? I told you you'd be able to run and jump in three days, right?"

King Thomas stood to the side, his eyes reddening as he watched his nephew's energetic appearance. He stepped forward and tightly grasped Riyao's hand.

"Brother Riyao, I can't thank you enough! If it weren't for you, Leo..."

He choked up and couldn't speak, then turned and gestured to his attendant.

"Present the prepared payment."

Two servants entered carrying a tray filled with gleaming gold coins and sparkling gems, their light dazzling.

On the other plate was an old leather magic book, its cover engraved with intricate silver patterns, emanating a faint magical aura.

"Young man, this is just a small token of my appreciation."

The king pointed to the gold coins and gems, then picked up the magic book, his tone earnest.

"I heard from Emerald and Arcadios that you are a gifted mage, so you probably aren't very interested in treasure, but rather value magical heritage more. This book records rare enchantments, which should be useful to you."

Sunburst's gaze had just settled on the gold coins and gems when he heard these words, and his smile vanished.

He turned to look at Emerald and Arcadios standing to the side, his eyes filled with resentment that could drip water. It turned out that it was these two who had been too talkative, ruining his "financial freedom"!

Emerald sensed his gaze, her emerald green twin ponytails swayed gently, and she deliberately turned her head to look at the flowers and trees outside the window, pretending to study the fountain in the courtyard, but her ears secretly turned red.

Arcadios straightened his back and stared straight ahead, as if admiring the ancient books in the study. In reality, his ears were slightly burning, and he unconsciously gripped the hilt of his sword, not daring to meet Riyao's gaze at all.

"Your Majesty..."

Riyao dragged out his words, his tone full of grievance.

"Actually, I'm quite interested in the treasure as well, since we haven't raised enough money for the guild's repairs yet..."

The king was taken aback for a moment, then burst into laughter.

"It's alright, it's alright! The treasure and the magic book are all yours! As long as Leo can be cured, it's all worth it!"

Sunlight's eyes lit up instantly, and he immediately threw his resentment to the winds. He grabbed the tray of gold coins with one hand and the magic book with the other, grinning like a squirrel that had stolen honey.

"Thank you, Your Majesty! You are so generous!"

He weighed the heavy gold coins in his hand, then glanced at them from the magic book, his grin almost reaching his ears.

"This way, we can both get sweet bread for the guild and improve our magic—it's perfect!"

He thought to himself, "Enchant it!!!"

After searching for so many years, all the spellbooks I found were incomplete, but now I've actually obtained a complete spellbook with added magic.

Huh? It's complete, but why is it only basic? What about the dragon transformation and the addition of dragon power?

Oh right, I think Wendy developed the Dragon Power skill herself, and Concept Reconstruction was a more advanced technique that Irene developed later.

It seems I'll have to develop it myself. My attack power should reach a new level. When the time comes, my left fist will deal high damage, my right fist will deal high damage, and every punch will be a critical hit with healing. Hmm, I'll call it the Great Compassion Fist.

King Thomas smiled and patted Sunrise on the shoulder.

"If you're not in a hurry to return to Magnolia, why not stay in Crocus for a few more days? I'll have the imperial chef prepare a Manchu Han Imperial Feast for you—no, I mean a Crocus-style banquet, with candied berries and roasted lamb chops!"

Riyao's eyes instantly shone brighter than gold coins. He tightened his grip on the tray, but his feet honestly took a half-step back.

"Your Majesty understands me so well! But it won't work!"

He suddenly raised his voice, patted his chest solemnly, and the gold coins jingled.

"The guild's sweet bread is waiting for me to save it! If I delay any longer, those guys in the guild might just tear the roof off the guild and eat the snacks instead!"

Leo tugged at his sleeve and shook it, his little face scrunched up like a bun.

"Brother Riyao, please stay one more day! I still want you to demonstrate your new magic!"

"Demonstration? Coming right now!"

Riyao's eyes lit up, and he shoved the tray of gold coins into the servant beside him, grabbed the magic book, stuffed it into his robes, rolled up his sleeves, and struck a pose.

His left fist was clenched, with a faint healing green light emanating from his fingertips; his right fist was taut, wrapped in tiny golden magical energy, and he was chanting incantations.

"Watch closely! This is the ultimate technique I just developed—the Great Compassion Fist! One punch dispels calamities, two punches grant immunity to all diseases, three punches… Hey, hey, hey, don't run away!"

Emerald jumped back half a step in fright, her emerald green twin ponytails standing on end. Arcadios reacted quickly, grabbing Sunrise who was about to crash into the bookshelf, a vein throbbing on his forehead.

"Consider the occasion, Your Excellency."

"Oops, my mistake!"

Riyao scratched his head, then suddenly remembered he was still being polite, so he immediately switched to a smiling expression and bowed to the king.

"Your Majesty's hospitality is too much to refuse, but the guild's affairs are urgent. When I return next time, I will definitely master the Great Compassion Fist to the point of complete control, and then I'll give you a free massage! I guarantee your back and legs won't ache, and you'll have the energy to fight the Dark Guild!"

The king, suppressing his laughter, twitched at the corners of his mouth and nodded repeatedly.

"Very well, I await your massage, young man."

"Then I'll be going now!"

Sunshine snatched the tray of gold coins from the servant's hand, turned around and was about to rush out, but after taking two steps he suddenly braked and turned back to shout at Emerald and Arcadios.

"Jade Sister! Next time, I'll teach you how to weave a flower wreath using enchanted magic! It'll be beautiful and protect against curses! Arcadios! Shouldn't you add a layer of protection to your sword? So it'll clang loudly and won't dull when you fight!"

Arcadios waved his hand with a dark expression: "No need."

Emerald covered her mouth and laughed, "Have a safe trip, Mr. Sunshine! Remember to bring Chairman Makarov some sweet bread!"

"receive!"

Riyao gave an OK sign, carrying the tray and the magic book, his steps were as light as if he were on springs, he walked to the door and then suddenly stopped, poked his head in and called out.

"Oh, Your Majesty! I forgot to ask! Which shop in town sells the sweetest candied berries? Could you give me the address? I'll buy some and leave right away!"

The king couldn't help but burst out laughing.

"Have the servant take you! Pick and buy whatever you like, it's all on me!"

"Long live Your Majesty!"

Sunlight's eyes gleamed, and he bowed deeply to the king, almost spilling his gold coins.

"Then I'm really off! I won't keep you any longer! Leo, see you next time I'll teach you healing magic! Emerald, see you next time I'll bring you berries! Arcadios, see you next time I'll demonstrate the Great Compassion Fist!"

"Hurry up, hurry up!"

Arcadios rubbed his forehead and waved helplessly.

Riyao then hurriedly followed the servant out, his shouts still audible along the way.

"Wait for me! Don't run too fast! You're going to drop your coins! Hey, is the berry shop far from here? Can I buy some first and then go to the station?"

In the study, the king watched his retreating figure and chuckled.

"The mages of Fairy Tail are all truly unique."

Leo, leaning against the window, watched Sunrise bouncing around with the tray and couldn't help but exclaim, "Sunrise-nii is so funny! I want to go to Fairy Tail too!"

Emerald smiled and nodded: "He is indeed... very special."

The heat from her ear tips hadn't subsided, but a slight smile crept onto her lips. This eccentric yet reliable blond mage was indeed quite memorable.