Multiverse: Library

Kaiser had never once worried about passing the compatibility test for an Orga Lux.

With the ultimate authority over weaponry, no matter which Orga Lux he chose, he was absolutely certain he would pass the test.

The only question was—

"Which one should I choose?"

That was the only reason he hesitated.

Standing before the holographic display of Seidoukan's available Orga Lux weapons, Kaiser still hadn't made his decision.

"If I'm choosing, I might as well pick the best."

Orga Lux weapons were inherently superior to regular Lux weapons.

But even among them, some were stronger than others.

Leaving aside raw attack power and energy output, the special abilities of each Orga Lux varied greatly.

Some abilities were useful but not particularly powerful—such as flight or weight manipulation.

Others were overwhelmingly strong—such as the ability to manipulate storms, control gravity, or even invade a target's mind.

Among the fifteen remaining Orga Lux at Seidoukan Academy, some were exceptionally powerful, while others were relatively underwhelming.

Since he didn't have to worry about compatibility issues, there was no reason not to pick the strongest one available.

However—

"No matter how I look at it, this one is by far the strongest."

His gaze had been fixed on one particular sword for a while now.

A massive blade with a black hilt, embedded with a brilliant red Urm-Manadyte at its core.

The blade itself seemed to flicker like flames, shifting in an eerie, molten glow.

It was immense, almost as tall as a person.

But more importantly—

Its combat parameters were beyond anything else in the selection.

Unrivaled energy output

Devastating attack power

A terrifyingly unique ability

Even among Orga Lux weapons, this one stood in a league of its own.

It far outclassed any standard Lux weapon.

It even surpassed most Orga Lux weapons.

Which made sense—

"This is one of the Four-Colored Magic Swords. One of the strongest Orga Lux ever created."

To be honest, Kaiser really wanted to choose it.

But—

"This is supposed to be the protagonist's weapon."

That was the only reason he hesitated.

In the original story, the main protagonist hadn't even arrived at Seidoukan yet.

He was a transfer student, set to arrive a month or two before the Festa.

As part of his special enrollment, he would be given the opportunity to select an Orga Lux.

And this was the weapon he would choose.

Knowing this, Kaiser couldn't help but feel conflicted.

But then—

He made up his mind.

"I'm here first. I have no reason to hesitate over something that hasn't even happened yet."

If another Orga Lux of equal caliber existed, Kaiser might have considered choosing a different one.

But among the fifteen remaining options, none could match this blade's raw power.

It was powerful, unique, and exactly what he needed.

And at this stage, Kaiser didn't have the luxury of holding back.

The first weapon he acquired would directly determine how far he could go in his first life experience.

Would he lay a solid foundation for future encounters?

Or would he hold back for the sake of someone who hadn't even arrived yet?

There was no need to think twice.

"Sorry, buddy. At most, I'll help you find a different one later."

Muttering to himself, Kaiser reached out and tapped the holographic display of the black sword.

"Beep!"

The selection screens vanished instantly.

Behind him, Claudia's expression froze in shock.

"He… actually chose that one?"

For the first time, her composure wavered.

"Why…? Of all the Orga Lux, why that one?"

Her hand instinctively pressed against her waist, where her own Orga Lux was secured.

Her emotions churned in an unreadable mix of reactions.

But it was too late to change anything now.

—

"Shhh—"

A mechanized whirring sound filled the air.

Above Kaiser, a cylindrical storage unit descended from the ceiling.

The compartment opened automatically, revealing a pair of robotic arms that carefully extended a single weapon hilt toward him.

Kaiser reached out and took it into his hand.

A black hilt, embedded with a radiant red Urm-Manadyte.

It was exactly as he had seen in the display.

Unlike standard Lux weapons—whose Manadyte cores were always green—the red crystal was proof that this was an Orga Lux.

Then—

"The compatibility test is ready. Please activate the Orga Lux in your hands."

The voice of the lab personnel echoed through the speakers.

Kaiser nodded, then activated the hilt in his grasp.

"ZING!"

The red Urm-Manadyte flared to life, unleashing a brilliant crimson glow.

The energy surge distorted the air around him, drawing in Mana from the surrounding space.

Then—

It began to materialize.

Like digital constructs assembling midair, the Mana formed an intricate guard, thick and mechanical in design.

A second later—

The blade extended.

A massive, pure-white energy blade, shaped like a single-edged greatsword, emerged from the hilt.

Holding the colossal weapon in his hands, Kaiser's eyes glimmered.

He spoke its name.

"—Ser-Veresta."

—

Beyond the testing chamber, behind the reinforced glass, the observing lab personnel stirred in surprise.

"Did he just pick Ser-Veresta?"

"One of the Four-Colored Magic Swords… the legendary blade said to be undefeatable—capable of burning through anything…"

"A sword that melts anything it touches… a sword that turns the ground into a furnace…"

"That guy… actually picked that?"

"He probably just chose it because of its reputation."

"How naive. Ser-Veresta hasn't accepted a wielder in years. Does he really think just passing the Orga Lux borrowing exam means he can tame it?"

"Enough. It's his choice. Our job is to conduct the test."

"Agreed. Let's begin the compatibility measurement."

The technicians resumed their work, refocusing on the instruments.

Meanwhile—

Claudia remained silent, watching from the observation deck.

Her eyes stayed fixed on Kaiser, her thoughts unreadable.

—

In the center of the room, Kaiser closed his eyes.

No one noticed.

No one could hear it.

But at that moment—

He was listening.

Listening to the voice of the Orga Lux in his hands.

Orga Lux weapons had consciousness.

And right now—

Kaiser could feel it watching him.

Observing.

Evaluating.

It was judging his worth.

Then—

As if disappointed by what it sensed—

The presence turned away.

"Current compatibility: 8%."

The lab technician's voice came through the speakers.

Kaiser's eyes opened.

He smiled.

"So, you don't acknowledge me in my current state?"

Then—

"Alright then… let's get serious."