The Retired Hero is an Extra

Morning arrived, and Jash got ready for his secondary check up by Priest Andrew before he would awaken in the evening today, or at most tomorrow morning.

Jash along with his parents and Caera had breakfast before they settled in the guest room, waiting for the priest to show up.

'So boring,' thought Jash as the silence with the worrying glances cast over him from time to time felt never-ending.

'I thought I got used to the feeling, alas...'

Finally, the door opened to reveal a man with slightly gray hair, wearing a pristine white robe adorned with golden engravings representing the Church's dual colors.

He didn't wear fancy priest costumes; the clergy in this world didn't seem much focused on showmanship, or at least he wasn't.

'Really, now? Is that the symbol of the Goddess of Light?' Jash wondered, observing the golden engraving in the center of the robe with the other patterns only serving to accentuate it further.

It was a major symbol with the face of a female and her hair but no specific features were carved on her face as it seemed to radiate light in all directions.

If Jash didn't know about the Sun actually not being the sole source of light, he'd definitely compare the symbol to the Sun's radiance.

Taking equal strides, Andrew arrived in front of the couple and the twins as he greeted them.

After the formalities, Andrew sought permission, "May I?"

With the underlying understanding of him referring to Jash, he stepped forward and allowed Andrew to probe him once again.

'I hope I don't faint again,' Jash secretly prayed in his heart as he saw the sight of Andrew effortlessly weaving and casting spells.

However, the one to find the sight more awe-inspiring and dazzling turned out to be Caera as she too awakened as a magician, like Sera.

It would be a lie to say Sera wasn't intrigued by the spells, but her focus remained on Jash for the first signs of discomfort to act without a second's rest.

In the midst of it all, Jash relaxed as the soothing aura of the spell overcame him, causing him to get examined easily.

Luckily, his prayer seemed to have been heard as Andrew didn't cast any higher-ranked spells to check Jash's condition, unlike the first time.

However, that wasn't the only difference this time as his eyes narrowed into pinpricks, following every subtle cue of Jash.

He really had a hard time accepting an unawakened boy could try and comprehend his mana technique.

Yet seeing was believing.

Looking at Jash's eyes locked in on the revolving mana of his spells, Andrew couldn't help but sweat slightly, realizing the implication of the minor actions.

'What monstrous talent, even before awakening,' he clicked his tongue inwardly.

If not for the contract he was forced to sign yesterday, he'd definitely want to tell the world about it.

'And to think there is nothing wrong with him in the slightest,' noted Andrew as his spell slowly finished.

The results weren't surprising in the least.

"You are absolutely fine and go for your awakening at any moment," declared Andrew with a calm voice despite his inner turmoil.

Oblivious to the changes brought about due to his eagerness, Jash beamed with delight at the verdict.

Yet he still had some questions regarding the Church he had to ask.

"Priest Andrew, if you don't mind me asking..." Jash trailed off in the end, seeking permission to have a conversation before his parents swooped in and he got no time for it.

"Go ahead," Andrew gave the green signal, curious about what this child would ask.

"As you are well aware of, most nobles learn of the children their age who might be their classmates in the World Academy. So, I am curious about the Church. Do they have someone impressive in our generation?"

While Jash's question might be off-putting or ill-timed, it wasn't really so.

Everyone knew that the current generation was known by various nicknames:

The Second Golden Generation, Generation of Monsters, Generation of Heroes, Second Coming of the Hero, to name a few.

His curiosity also made sense to Andrew who didn't really mind telling it as it would be known in two years time, regardless.

Still, he chose to be cryptic instead of straightaway revealing the information since he had to withhold Jash's information from others too.

"Hmm. Every year, the church sends quite a few talented aspiring priests, so their presence should be no surprise."

"Regardless, if you ask me, I can think of at least three who have talents rivaling other noble scions."

Andrew smiled mysteriously as he finished his sentence and turned to face the Ramille Couple.

Meanwhile, Jash lightly clenched his fists realizing, 'Maybe it is really that darned novel.'

Before he could lose himself in his thoughts, a chirpy and melodious voice interrupted him, "Good luck for your awakening."

"Thanks," answered Jash with a smile.

Glancing at Caera who turned her head to a side after hearing his word of thanks, he couldn't help but chuckle.

"Let's go," Jash said pointing at their parents and Andrew before holding her wrist and leading her out of the room.

Without being able to say anything, Caera was led away by Jash to the training ground.

Though confused, she didn't try to release his grip or push him away, afraid to hurt him. She patiently waited for him to explain.

Finally, Jash left her wrist and turned to face her before saying his request. "Can you show me how you circulate mana, use it to cast spells and everything?"

Caera nodded without any hints of hesitation, knowing Jash was set to awaken and glancing at mana might help him.

'Even if I witnessed her awakening, it is different from seeing her manipulate mana,' thought Jash as his eyes focused on the figure of Caera.

Looking at her trying hard to cast a spell without any equipment aiding her, his lips curled upward.

'She really is trying to give her all,' mused Jash as he observed her from 15 meters away.

Slowly, her mana manifested into a small fire which formed different varieties of spells and she explained it after casting her spell.

"After I move the mana from my core through my body and have the intent to manifest a fire, alongside the correct chants, it manifests..."

"...Next, I have to say the correct chants to make sure the manifested element is molded into a desired spell..."

As Jash continued to listen to her explanations, the memories from his past life regarding magical spells clashed slightly with the new knowledge.

Fortunately, he could manage it since they were only the basics of the basics.

'It seems I need to sublimate the knowledge from my two lives before I can do anything regarding this...' concluded Jash.

"Thanks, Caera. I think that's enough for now." He stopped her from going into the theory of the spells or more detailed explanations.

"...Okay. As you wish," grumbled Caera as she saw Jash leave the room.

"Woah. Could it be, you enjoyed showing off?" teased Jash as he turned around before running away with a peal of laughter.

"LIKE HELL I DID!" Caera shouted at his vanishing back in a hurry as she didn't expect him to hear her disgruntlement.