"In that case... why don't I just create a magic spell myself?"
Sitting in the training room surrounded by Archive screens, Ankh suddenly came up with a brilliant idea.
After all, he now had the extensive resources of Archive Magic to rely on for references, as well as the Life God Power for magical research that could analyze and create almost any form of life or biological data.
The more he thought about it, the more feasible it seemed.
Ankh immediately set to work.
If the goal was to become an "angel"... the tool-based Celestial Spirit magic Sorano had used before definitely wouldn't meet the client's requirements anymore.
She wanted to be the angel, not summon one.
The key to becoming an angel lay in the "transformation"—the appearance had to meet her high aesthetic standards, and the power had to match.
He could approach it from three angles: Requip, Transformation, or Take Over magic.
Requip Magic, perhaps? Craft a set of angelic armor?
Ankh shook his head.
Forget it.
Having just a set of armor without a systematic combat method would require Sorano to undergo extensive additional physical combat training.
It would be a waste of time and a detour.
Not everyone could be a weapon master like Erza.
Transformation Magic was a possibility, but in the magical world, this type of magic was known for its low ceiling.
Although one could alter their appearance at will, it didn't inherently grant immense power; it ultimately relied on the user's own physical attributes.
From this perspective, Take Over Magic seemed most suitable.
Its imagery, potency, and ease of mastery aligned perfectly with Sorano's needs.
Moreover, Sorano was, after all, one of the children handpicked by Brain from the Tower of Heaven for her exceptionally high magical talent.
She had the capacity to handle a high-level Take Over.
"This is the project. Let's do it!"
Ankh began using the Life Divine Power to outline the form, data, and abilities of an "angel's" soul within the Archive.
This creation process was simple.
He didn't need to create a physical living being from scratch—just incorporate the attributes a mythical creature like an angel should possess and craft a "Soul Data Packet" for use in Take Over Magic.
What's more, with so many references collected from Mirajane (Satan Soul) and others who used Take Over Magic, although Ankh was creating a new spell, he was essentially standing on the shoulders of giants.
He worked late into the night, compiling the data, tweaking the aesthetics, and infusing it with his own silver Life God energy, until Ankh finally cheered.
"Done!"
[Angel Soul • Take Over! Complete!]
...
The next day.
Sorano and a group of curious men (Erik, Sawyer, Macbeth, Jellal) gathered at the training ground on the fifth floor.
They watched with great interest as Ankh prepared to teach Sorano the new magic.
First, Sorano was infused with the fresh operational knowledge through Ankh's "Accelerated Mastery" via the Archive screens, downloading the instructions directly into her mind like Hibiki had done for Lucy.
Then, Ankh physically implanted the "Angel Soul" data packet into Sorano's body using his magic.
Gradually, a milky-white halo began to emanate from her...
After a while, Sorano opened her eyes.
She spread her hands, and the Magic Power within her erupted violently!
Glimmering fragments of Take Over Magic appeared on her body, and her appearance began to change.
Her silver-white long hair transformed into a platinum ombre tied-up style.
Her eyes gleamed with a divine golden light, adorned with silver-white eyeshadow and intricate patterns at the corners.
Her clothes shifted into a wide, formal coat layered over a form-fitting pure white uniform.
A translucent golden halo hovered above her head.
Her slender legs were clad in white stockings, her bare feet floating slightly above the ground.
A pair of pristine white wings sprouted from her back, gently fluttering behind her.
"Hiss—"
Everyone present (except Macbeth, who was dozing) gasped in unison upon seeing Sorano, who had successfully received the Angel's Soul.
This Magic...
Was absolutely gorgeous!
Ankh smirked proudly—he had modeled this form after an angelic big sister character from his past life's memories.
Regardless of its abilities, its visual appeal was absolutely top-tier!
Sorano's previously dazed eyes regained clarity as she eagerly examined herself in the mirrored wall of the training room.
She cupped her cheeks and smiled contentedly.
This was the angel she had always wanted to be!
Ankh spoke to Sorano, who was blushing while resting her chin in her hands, admiring her reflection.
"Angel's Soul: Takeover. I've set the angel's abilities as Light Magic and Purification, capable of dissolving both hostile Magic and matter. The purification limit depends on your own training and magic reserves, making it a Magic with high potential."
Sorano gently waved her slender hand.
Milky-white radiance flowed like water in her palm.
"It feels so warm... Boss! Can I give it a try?"
Ankh made an OK gesture, then shouted toward the onlookers.
"Oi! Erik, spit some poison!"
Erik stepped forward with a dark expression. "I'm not a dog."
But he complied, controlling the dosage as he shot a roar of purple poison gas toward Sorano.
The toxin that had left even Natsu helpless came surging forward.
Sorano didn't flinch.
She gathered purification power in her hand and lightly swept it across the incoming poisonous gas.
Swish.
Just like using detergent to clean grime, the toxic mist instantly turned into pure white Magic Power upon contact, before slowly dissipating harmlessly into the air.
Erik stared in stunned silence. "My poison... erased?"
Meanwhile, Sorano was overjoyed.
She had assumed such a gorgeous Magic wouldn't be highly combat-effective, yet it actually possessed this level of defensive power.
Compared to relying on Celestial Spirit Magic, Sorano loved this new Magic even more!
After canceling the Magic, Sorano immediately rushed over and hugged Ankh.
She clung to his chest like a koala as she sweetly said.
"Hehe... I love this Magic. Thank you, Boss!"
Fortunately, Ankh had already grown accustomed to being tackled by Mira and Erza's "ball attacks" back at the guild.
He patted her back awkwardly.
While trying to peel off the persistently clinging Sorano, Ankh distributed enhancements to the others.
First, he gave Erik the Poison Dragon Necklace (a modified version of Natsu's Dragon Gem) and explained its effects for storing and amplifying Dragon Slayer magic.
Upon learning that Natsu—who had defeated him—had previously trained using this very item to reach Dragon Force, Erik's slanted eyes lit up!
Once he mastered abilities comparable to that Fire Dragon's using this tool, he refused to believe he still couldn't handle him in a rematch!
As for Sawyer (Racer) and Macbeth (Midnight), though Ankh hadn't managed to code specific new Magics for them from scratch overnight, he had acquired other types of Magic data from the Archive.
Ankh used the Archieve nto impart a genuine acceleration Magic to Sawyer, aptly named "Laser Acceleration Magic"—a spell that could truly elevate one's physical speed to laser levels.
Paired with Sawyer's innate sensory-slowing Magic, it would significantly enhance his actual combat prowess.
He wouldn't just be making others slow, he would actually be fast.
For Macbeth, Ankh provided a digital grimoire containing numerous advanced Illusion and Spatial-type spells for him to choose from.
These were precisely the types of Magic Macbeth excelled in (Reflector and Midnight Illusion).
Coupled with his certification by Brain as the most magically gifted among them...
Letting him select what to learn and adapt was clearly the most suitable approach for a prodigy.
As for Jellal...
Ankh looked at him and shrugged.
This kid's strength was already generationally exceptional among the youth, just like Laxus.
He was a former Ten Wizard Saint—what was there left to teach him?!
After arranging everything, everyone cherished their gifts like precious treasures, ready to begin their training.
With all matters settled regarding his new employees, Ankh prepared to return to Fairy Tail.
Erik, with his new necklace hanging around his neck, was already beginning his training by doing pushups.
Seeing Ankh about to leave, he stopped and asked in surprise, "Are you leaving in such a hurry? You just got here."
Ankh nodded helplessly, putting on his coat. "The guild has been organizing a lot of events lately—the annual Cherry Blossom Viewing and some competitions. I need to go back and participate, or the old man will yell at me."
Sorano, who had finally been pulled off Ankh, was reluctant to see him go.
"Ah... I want to go too..."
Ankh employed his signature skill for pacifying a rebellious little sister—the head pat.
He ruffled her hair and said with a smile.
"Since you all have the disguise necklaces I gave you, it's fine to have some fun outside in the city while working. Just be careful."
"Whoosh! Thud!"
Sawyer dashed at high speed while testing his new Laser Acceleration magic, failed to brake in time, and crashed headfirst into the training room wall.
Macbeth waved a hand to disperse the plaster dust stirred up by Sawyer's impact.
Flipping through his new magic book with his usual expressionless demeanor, Macbeth remarked.
"Let's put going out to play aside for now, Sorano. We still need to eradicate the dark forces of the Balam Alliance under Oración Seis, and we must focus on getting stronger first. Don't think about vacation for the time being."
Sorano pouted and muttered under her breath, crossing her arms.
"Fine then... party pooper."
Truth be told, she also wanted to stay and experiment more with Angel Takeover.
After all, according to Ankh, this takeover wasn't limited to just one form.
Once she mastered the base Takeover Magic, she could continue to absorb and transform using other angel-like or divine beings she encountered in the future...
She really wanted to go out and see more of the world.
'It truly felt good to be alive...'
Watching Sorano sink into blissful fantasies while the others trained diligently, Ankh nodded in satisfaction.
He quietly slipped out of the company.
With the Boss gone, the employees were hard at work completing their pre-job training.
The outstanding rehired employee, Jellal, scratched his head.
He thought for a moment, then turned and went downstairs, intending to find something productive to do to help the company.
And then... in Ankh's main office on the fourth floor, he came across a terrifying sight.
A massive pile of backlogged paperwork—tasks left unfinished when Ankh had slipped away these past few days to fight Oración Seis.
And there, buried in the documents, was Frey, wrestling desperately with her workload.
Her resentment was palpable enough to sustain the underworld.
Hearing the door open, Frey lifted her head.
She spotted a young, strong, handsome laborer standing in the doorway.
Frey's tired eyes instantly lit up with predatory glee!
Jellal immediately sensed trouble.
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