I was accidentally injured by God and I just want to be an ordinary person

The huge flames, like a giant beast, instantly triggered the trigger-type defense props on Ella's body. The entire boiler was engulfed in flames in an instant, and even the night sky was dyed a fiery red.

"Well……"

"Miss Ella, are you okay?"

Because of the exploding flames, Lotte, who was patrolling on the other side of the carriage, hurried over. As for the people in the carriage, they did not notice it because of the soundproofing barrier.

"It's okay, just a minor accident."

"It's not just a small scale at all."

Hearing Ella's kind answer, Lotte couldn't help but put her hand on her chest and pretended to breathe a sigh of relief. Then she quickly walked to Ella's side, and her eyes wandered between Ella and the boiler that had turned to ashes with considerable worry.

"Did the extraction fail...?"

"Ella-chan threw a high-purity flint into the fire all at once. Such a reckless personality is totally unfit to be an alchemist."

"It's because Iris suddenly sat down here."

"Hmm? Isn't that distance pretty normal?"

Iris waved her hand casually, as if she really believed it.

"Well, it's a good thing this is a rocky beach. If it were in a town, it would definitely be a disaster."

Because of the explosion of the flint, the rocky beach was covered with charred marks, and the bushes next to it also caught fire, so that people could not help but think that it was the work of a fire dragon.

"Fortunately, Her Highness Iris is here..."

"No, it has nothing to do with me. It's Ella-chan's defensive item that's working."

"Really? Miss Ella should be more careful about her safety."

With a blaming look on her face, Lotte took out a water stone from her dimensional backpack and sprinkled it on the hot soil. Like red-hot charcoal meeting water, the ground immediately made a "hissing" sound, and the surrounding temperature also dropped a lot.

Just as Ella was about to cool the land with Lotte, Lotte suddenly pointed to the place where the boiler used to be.

"Um, Miss Ella didn't seem to fail?"

A crimson crystal was hidden in the charred soil.

"Is this the purified magic core that Ms. Ella mentioned?"

"Eh? Wait..."

Walking up to Lotte, Ella took the irregular crimson crystal. If she remembered correctly, she had never put such a thing into the boiler.

『Low-level identification』

"Hmm, a new product? The magic power contained in it is violent, but the concentration is surprisingly high. No, it's a miracle that it didn't explode with such a concentration of magic power. If it did explode, it would probably be comparable to a second-level magic."

Although ordinary magic cores also contain a lot of magic power, it is definitely not as violent as the energy contained in this crystal - perhaps it should be described as unstable. Even if it is just thrown out, it will explode the moment it hits the ground - you know, the hardness of the magic core is extraordinary. Even a tin-grade magic core requires a tool inlaid with crimson gold to break it, and even if it is broken, the magic power inside will only dissipate quietly, and there will be no explosion effect.

"Eh? It's already been named? 'Chlo's Tears', umm, it feels so familiar."

Ella frowned. She felt like she had heard Chloe's name somewhere before.

"Can you show me?"

"Hmm? No problem."

Iris' words brought Ella back to reality, and she handed the red crystal, which was only the size of a fingernail, to Iris.

Perhaps it was the use of identification magic, a faint blue light emanated from Iris's hand. After a moment, doubt flashed in her green eyes, and she spoke with an extremely complicated expression.

"This violent magic power... is absolutely the perfect magical weapon."

Chapter 27: Magical Weapons and Magical Weapons

*October 15, 6187, 11:24 AM, Earl of Wood

"To be able to find a magical device like this, I don't know whether to call it good luck or a natural talent."

It was the morning of the second day after the discovery of "Chlo's Tears". After a night of research by Iris and Ella, they had figured out the general method of making "Chlo's Tears". In addition, for this reason, everyone stopped where they were and did not move forward.

Holding the crimson transparent crystal in her hand, Iris observed the sun for a while and sighed.

"Which one is this?"

"The third one used five intermediate-grade Mithril magic cores. Its power should have reached the third-grade level."

"Can I try it out?"

"No! I have to at least fully understand the extraction method before trying again. Isn't that what Iris told me beforehand?"

Ella, who had been squatting in front of the special boiler, stood up and tried to snatch "Chlo's Tears" from Iris, but because Iris raised her hand high, she failed to grab it. A little anxious, Ella jumped up and shouted.

"This is the result of over thirty attempts at extraction!"

"Hasn't Aira-chan already determined the necessary quantities and approximate temperatures? It's okay to try it once, right? After all, if the resulting product doesn't work, there's no point making more."

"That's sophistry!"

Iris was absolutely aware that this was a successful product. She said this simply because she wanted to see with her own eyes just how far this so-called "perfect magical weapon" could go.

After trying many times to snatch things from Iris without success, Ella had no choice but to give up and crossed her arms in anger.

"It's just something equivalent to third-level magic. Iris, there's no need to expect that. Magical weapons can easily be made."

"No, there's a huge difference between magic weapons and magical weapons. Although the distinction is currently very vague, that's due to the immaturity of the magical weapon system."

"Eh? Aren't magic weapons just magical weapons?"

I always thought it was just called differently.

The person who answered the question was Mitis, who had been trying to join in the conversation since a while ago. However, since it was lunchtime, Mitis could not join in and could only watch from the side of the alchemy furnace.

"So Ella didn't know? Remember, even before the Demon God era, there was a clear distinction between magic weapons and magical weapons. As long as the items themselves contained magic power, magic weapons could only be used by those with a certain level of magical ability, while magical weapons could be used even by ordinary people with little or no magic power. In other words, they were more suitable for use in warfare."

"Well, it's basically the same as what Mitis-chan said. The most typical examples are magic lamps and magic cannons. Even newborn babies have more than 1 point of magic power, but without the skills to output magic, even adults can't light up even the most basic magic lamp. And while the magic cannon is powerful, as long as there is sufficient magic power in the magic furnace that serves as the energy source, even ordinary civilians can easily activate it. So, magic lamps are magic items, and magic cannons are magic weapons."

As she spoke, Iris took out a sapphire magic lamp from her storage bracelet and explained to Ella while pointing at the base of the magic lamp.

"This is one of the earliest magical devices I developed—more accurately, it's something between a magical device and a magic item. A special magic circle is engraved in the recess of the base. Once you illuminate the magic circle with magic power, it automatically draws magic power from the air for about five minutes. A regular magic lamp requires sufficient magic power to activate, otherwise it will go out immediately once the magic power is removed. However, since this one in my hand requires magic power to illuminate the magic circle, it still requires magic power to activate. So, at best, it's something between a magical device and a magic item."

"This has long plagued the magical device research community. Aside from the magic cannons produced during the Demon God era, researchers have been unable to produce any decent magical devices."

Camisia, who was sitting beside the carriage with Ella, added.

"So there are clear categories..."

Ella nodded in confusion. In her understanding, she could probably use Hela's physical mode and magic mode as a reference. In physical mode, Hela only needed to consume magical consumables to activate, while in magic mode, a large amount of magic power was required to activate it, and the process of condensing magic power had to be completed. Therefore, the physical mode was equivalent to a magic device, and the magic mode was equivalent to a magic prop.

There's no such clear classification in "F.Wing"...

If we were to classify them according to the standards mentioned by Mitis and Iris, most of the props in "F.Wing" are props that are between magic devices and magic weapons. For example, the extremely mechanical-feeling jet-type multi-wings require both magic ore containing high concentrations of magic power as a power source and the user's own magic power to adjust the direction of movement. Of course, it is not impossible to develop a type that is completely powered by magic ore. However, if you don't use your own magic power to adjust the direction of the wings, the difficulty of use will become quite high, and the feeling of being able to use them as easily as with one's own arm will be lacking. Therefore, almost 90% of players prefer to buy the former.

"Researchers of magical weapons are dedicated to making magical devices accessible to ordinary people, but no one has yet developed a device or magic array that can directly use ore or magic cores as a power source, converting them into magic power. The only existing conversion device is the magic furnace, but due to its large size and low conversion efficiency, it is not widely used. Only magic cannons or large furnaces are qualified to use it."

Having said that, Elise sighed.

"If there were a magic lamp that could use light stones as a power source, and the user could light it up with just the flick of a switch, it would definitely make researchers pay renewed attention to magical devices."

Isn’t that just a desk lamp?

Ella couldn't help but think of a desk lamp powered by electricity, which even a baby who had just learned to walk could use. It definitely fits Iris's description. Of course, even if she said this to Iris, she wouldn't believe it. Ella smiled bitterly in her heart, unless she could recreate it and show it to Iris. However, this world has neither stable and lasting electricity nor materials for filaments, so it is impossible to make them. She doesn't have the patience to cut all the metals into wires and try them one by one.

"Hmm, now that I'm the Demon King, maybe I could explain the principle and let researchers try it out? If they can replicate it, it will definitely significantly improve the quality of life."

After all, magic lamps are a luxury only available to a small number of people. Most families still use candles for lighting at night. Some poor areas even still use slime oil and goblin oil for lighting. Not to mention candles, slime oil and goblin oil will produce extremely choking black smoke when burning. Even adventurers who pick up corpses in the maze are reluctant to use them. Therefore, electric lights will definitely become a sensation.

Of course, this also involves issues such as how to obtain stable electricity and pricing, but Ella feels that this is not something she can solve on her own, and the best option is to leave it to capable people.

"My world is full of magical devices..."

Since Iris and Camisia, who were obviously nobles, were present, Jinghua looked a little timid and raised her hand cautiously.

"Yeah?"

Iris, who obviously didn't believe it, agreed casually, and Jinghua immediately explained.

"Really? It's true? Lights that turn on at the flick of a switch and horses that can run without even eating grass."

"Will you use ore or magic cores as kinetic energy?"

"It's something called electricity."

"Electricity? Can it be reproduced in this world?"

Iris's question made Jinghua pause, and then he lowered his head timidly.

“I… I don’t know…”

"If it can't be reproduced, then even if it's true, it's meaningless."

"Well, let's not embarrass Kagamika. Since the purpose of magical weapons is to be used by ordinary people, why haven't they received national support yet? Whether used in weapons or medical treatment, they have great advantages, right?"

Noticing that the atmosphere was a little off, Mitis took the initiative to change the topic.

The one who answered was Camisia. She was probably communicating with herself in the golden cat's eyes, and her eyes were gradually changing from gold to purple.

"Regarding the development of magical weapons, various nations did consider magical devices as part of their strategy in the early Genesis era, hoping to use them as weapons of war. However, after investing vast amounts of manpower and financial resources without achieving any results, they quickly abandoned this research and instead used these resources to cultivate talented individuals with magical abilities and develop magical tools. Currently, the only nation still researching magical devices is the Divine Human Race."

Having said that, Camisia glanced at Iris, and Iris shrugged helplessly.

"Even if you look at me, I can only say I don't know. It's not because of confidentiality issues, but the princess has no right to know about the Holy King Council before she becomes queen. The development of magic devices should be controlled by the Holy King Council. Well, back to the topic - wait, Ella-chan, the flame is out."

"Ah, I forgot something..."

Looking at the cauldron that had stopped boiling, Ella slapped her head in frustration. Every failure meant losing a platinum coin. Although she didn't particularly need this platinum coin, due to her frugal nature - or to be more precise, because she had always lived in a not very wealthy environment, she still felt like she had lost a lot.

A smile appeared in Iris's green eyes, and the light reflected by her soft golden hair made Jinghua couldn't help but squint.

"Ella-chan is completely unsuitable to be an alchemist. Well, as an alchemist... there's no need to learn it. Let's get back to the point. It's precisely because 'Crown's Tears' are usable by ordinary people that they're worth further study. It's not because they explode upon collision, but because the process of transforming magic cores into these crystals is so valuable. If we can figure out the process, perhaps we can use them in other areas. Of course, 'Crown's Tears' themselves are also very valuable. They can be used to create offensive magic without complex inscriptions. If they can be mass-produced, they will surely be treasured by warring nations."

"No, no, I have no intention of using 'Kuro's Tears' as a weapon of war, but a magic device...?"

Thinking of something noteworthy, Ella placed her hand on her lips and fell into thought.

Since "Chlo's Tears" is an item that explodes upon impact, is it possible that it could be reshaped and become a magical consumable item exclusively for Hela?

At present, although he has many magical consumables from "F.Wing", except for those that are too powerful to be used, the remaining magical consumables will eventually run out no matter how much they are in stock. If "Chlo's Tears" can be processed into magical consumables, it should be able to fill the gap in magical consumables to some extent, or even become the main magical consumable used.

Of course, there was also the issue of how to process this unstable crystal and ensure it wouldn't explode, but it was only a concept because it needed to be solved by someone else. If it was Lotte, she wouldn't find it troublesome at all; rather, she would think it was natural.

Not only that, if it comes to alchemy, it means that Loti also has the possibility of learning it. If Loti can learn and make it, Loti will no longer worry about the problem of not being able to keep up with her partners in strength.

Lotte's talent is indeed outstanding in the Kingdom of Paris, but it is inevitable that she will be a little overshadowed among her companions. If it weren't for her talent for hard work that is higher than others, she would probably be the lowest-ranked person in the group.

Although Lotte never said it herself, she could still find out what happened every night at the training ground through "Topography Search".

As long as you have enough magic cores, you can use unlimited attack magic above level 3. This way, you'll be stronger than everyone else. And since you're not using magic consumables given by me, Lotte will feel more accomplished and won't have to force herself to work hard anymore. Wait, why do you say that? It sounds like I'm trying to make you lazy.

Tilting her head oddly, Ella modified her wording.

"I should say I don't have to bear the pressure anymore, yeah, that's it."

"Ms. Ella, lunch is ready."

"Today we have sea bream sashimi—though I think it tastes better cooked."

Holding a plate of ice and sashimi, Fukama handed it to Ella. Except for Ella and Jinghua, no one else in the group was used to eating sashimi often. They probably thought it was delicious once in a while, but would get tired of it if they ate it often. It's worth mentioning that even Ella would find it difficult to swallow if she ate the same kind of fish continuously for a week.

"Ohhh! There's sashimi! And it's sea bream. Remember that the Kingdom of Untermil is landlocked, right? Where on earth did they get such fresh sea bream?"

Jinghua's eyes widened, and his deep red pupils shone like stars.

Ella replied with a very serious expression.

"Just seal it in ice."

In fact, it is placed in a warehouse with a time-stopping effect.

"But, but, this is the Kingdom of Untermil, right? Ella came from the demon tribe, right? Even if it was sealed in ice, it should have been broken long ago. It looks like it was just fished out now."

"Ella-chan is capable of anything, Kagami-chan, you're making a fuss."

Angelica took it for granted and picked up a piece of sashimi from the plate held by Ella.

Since the food was ready, everyone moved the conversation to the cooking area on the other side of the carriage. Next to the cooking pot, you can see many obviously trimmed stones, and above these stones are various dishes served on white porcelain plates - no matter which one, just looking at it will make people's appetite open.

"Ms. Jinghua, please sit here."

A beige cushion wrapped in hay was laid on the pre-arranged stones, and Lotte made a gesture of invitation to Jinghua.