"Nephew, you're truly fortunate to have Sir Cielius's favor."
Edric remarked as the two of them made their way toward home.
Lucien tilted his head, puzzled.
Edric caught the look and chuckled softly.
"The King favored Sir Cielius not only for his strength..."
His words trailed off and his tone dropped into something like reverence.
"Did you know? He's the one who invented Household Magic. That single invention has saved countless lives. It's no exaggeration."
His gaze lifted toward the night sky as though reliving old memories.
"Household Magic can be used by anyone with mana, even those without any attribute. Imagine that? It's not just a tool for survival... it brings comfort.
Commoners no longer need to walk miles to fetch water from the river.
They need not spend hours gathering firewood or struggle to spark a flame.... Household Magic gives them warmth with a whisper.
Food can be prepared faster.
Wounds tended more swiftly.
