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Strange use of Magic (Black Clover AU) Chapter 29: Strange Surprise
🕑 Added 2024-10-09 21:18:16 +0000 UTC[Third Person's PoV]
Everyone stared at Stephen with a mixture of confusion and amusement. Aurelia tilted her head slightly, her brows furrowed. âOut of all the last names you could have chosen, you picked... Strange?â she asked, her voice filled with bewilderment. âWhy, may I ask?â
The others in the room exchanged curious glances, equally perplexed by Stephenâs unusual choice. His decision certainly stood out as bizarre, and they were all eager to hear his reasoning.
âIt suits me,â Stephen said with a nod, his tone confident. âAnd it sounds nice.â
A moment of silence passed before Julius chuckled softly. âStephen Strange⊠You know, I can actually see the appeal. I like it!â He nodded approvingly as he rolled the scroll in front of him.
As soon as the scroll was fully closed, a red ribbon appeared from nowhere, wrapping around it tightly. With a faint shimmer, the scroll split into two. Julius handed one to Stephen. âHere you go, your official healerâs certification. If anyone doubts your credibility, just show them this. Weâll keep the other half for safekeeping,â Julius explained as he tucked the second copy into the inner pocket of his robe.
Stephen examined the scroll briefly before sliding it into his own pocket. âThanks,â he said with a polite nod.
"Now, about my daughter..." Aurelia's lips curled into a smile, a mischievous glint in her eyes.
Stephen quickly glanced at his wrist, even though he wasnât wearing a watch. âOh, would you look at the time! I can't believe how late itâs gotten. If youâll excuse me, I have some prior commitments,â he said, his voice laced with urgency, taking a small step toward the exit.
âActually, wait a moment before you go.â Juliusâs voice stopped him mid-step.
âHm?â Stephen turned, eyebrow raised.
Julius reached into the opposite side of his robe and produced a small envelope, holding it out for Stephen. âPlease deliver this to your captain. Itâs imperative that he receives it.â
Stephen took the envelope, examining it for a second before nodding. âSure, Iâll hand it to him,â he said, slipping it into his own pocket for safekeeping.
Aurelia, however, wasnât about to let him escape so easily. She narrowed her eyes playfully. âYou know, Stephen... I'm getting you engaged to my daughter.â
Stephen stopped in his tracks, letting out a heavy sigh. He turned back to face her, clearly annoyed. âLook, I tried to be polite, but it seems youâre not getting the hint. So forgive me for being blunt, but⊠Why are you so obsessed with me marrying your daughter? Leave me alone. I donât want anything to do with this,â he said, his voice growing firm.
The room went silent, everyone taken aback by Stephenâs candid response. Aurelia, however, remained unfazed, a smile still lingering on her lips.
âI understand why youâre frustrated,â Aurelia began, her tone surprisingly calm. âBut Iâm just trying to secure a bright future for my daughter. And I believe that future is with you. Youâre incredibly smart, talented, strong, handsome, and thereâs an air of mystery about you. It adds a certain... spice to any relationship. As her mother, itâs my duty to look out for her.â
Stephen shook his head in exasperation, pulling out his sling ring. âI can respect that you want the best for her, but you need to respect my choices as well. And my choice is that I donât want to be part of an arranged marriage.â With a swift motion, he opened a portal and stepped through it, his final words hanging in the air as the portal closed behind him, leaving an awkward silence in the room.
Aurelia stood there, still smiling to herself, seemingly unfazed by his departure. âHeâs the perfect son-in-law,â she thought. âHe wasnât intimidated by my status or my persistence. He just keeps getting better.â
Julius was gathering his things when Aurelia turned to him, her smile now a bit more serious. âJulius, I need a favor.â
Julius sighed deeply, already anticipating what she was about to ask. âYou know, if you go through with this, he's going to hate you, right?â he warned, his tone grave.
Aureliaâs smile turned awkward as she scratched her cheek. âYeah... Iâm prepared for that. He can hate me all he wants.â
Her expression then shifted, becoming resolute. âBut Iâve already lost my sister. I wonât lose my daughter too. They can resent me, but if Mimosa is safe in the end, all the anger will be worth it.â
Julius met her serious gaze with one of his own. âAnd you really believe Stephen will be able to keep your daughter safe?â
âYou saw it yourself, Julius,â Aurelia replied, her voice filled with conviction. âThat boy is exceptionally powerful. He cast spells of unimaginable strength without even opening his grimoire. And letâs not forget, he possesses the mysterious six-leaf clover grimoire.â
Julius closed his eyes, contemplating her words before giving a small nod. âVery well. If this is what you truly believe... then it shall be done.â
Aurelia beamed, her mood instantly lifting. âThank you, Julius!â She almost skipped out of the room, descending the stairs with a lightness in her step. As she reached the bottom, she pulled out a small communication magic tool from her pocket. The image of a young woman with beautiful orange hair appeared on the screen.
âMother? Is something the matter?â the girl asked, her eyes wide with curiosity.
Aurelia smiled brightly. âMimosa, my dear. Youâre officially engaged to a wonderful boy I found for you. Youâre going to love him, trust me!â she announced proudly.
âEh?!â Mimosa exclaimed, her face turning red with shock.
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Meanwhile, Stephen stepped out of the portal, arriving at the front of the Black Bullsâ base. As the portal closed behind him, Nero tapped his cheek curiously, tilting her head.
Stephen chuckled, noticing her inquisitive gaze. âYouâre wondering why I kept my last name a secret if I was going to reveal it anyway, arenât you?â he asked with a smile.
Nero nodded, her eyes wide with curiosity.
âWell,â Stephen began, âif anyoneâs looking to exterminate me for possessing the name Strange, theyâll find, after a bit of research, that I wasnât âbornâ with itâit was given to me by the Wizard King. That way, they wonât get suspicious. And if anyone from my past is searching for me, hearing the name âStrangeâ might actually draw them out. They could have the information I need.â
As he finished explaining, Stephen reached the front door of the base. Just as he opened it, fireworks made of Magnaâs fireball magic exploded in the sky.
âCONGRATULATIONS, STEPHEN!!!â the Black Bulls shouted in unison. Banners hung from the ceiling, and a large cake with Stephenâs face, made by Charmy, sat proudly in the center of the room.
Stephen upon seeing them stood wide-eyed with shock, before he looked down at the ground in sadness, âI'm I disappointed you guysâŠâ He said with a voice filled with heartbreak.
Everyone stood frozen as they looked at each other wondering what to do.
âPhttt, I'm just messing with you guys!â Stephen said, pulling out the certificate and throwing a peace sign with his tongue out.
âSTEPHEN!â They exclaimed in astonishment as they couldn't believe he got them with that.
Stephen snapped his fingers, âStrange, it's Stephen Strange to you guys~â He smirked.
Comments
Aroking
Man, if I were Stephen, I would be so pissed. He tried to be polite, and he tried to be blunt and honest, but she still forced him to be engaged. I'm not saying Mimosa is bad or anything, but the situation would make it so that Stephen has the worst first impression of her. And if Aurelia keeps pushing, I think Stephen would rather give up his noble title so that he cannot be forced into a marriage. I hope Aurelia understands this and not push Stephen into leaving the country or something.
KPPDL
Hahaha thanks for the chapter
DJOK DJOK
Thanks for the chapter
jose torres
And before I forget amazing chapter completely and utterly looking forward to your next release
jose torres
I'm up for that the arranged marriage maybe the catalyst but let them fall in love naturally I'm pretty sure that's what the mother wants she's just using the arranged marriage as an excuse, because she really does care about her daughter
matt
unless the wedding isnât for awhile and they fall in love naturally b4 it
Nick Pearson
please don't let him actually be part of an arranged marriage. if he has to however don't let him go through with it or have him break it off. Even if he gets with mimosa he should break the marriage first or refuse to go to the wedding or somthing.
