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日本語 · N2

錬金術師とゼンマイ仕掛けの心臓

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In a corner of a foggy industrial metropolis echoing with steam and gears, the alchemist Ray was immersed in the forbidden creation of artificial life.
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He was attempting to implant a specialized heart, centered on a high-purity mana ore core, into the chest of an exquisitely engineered brass automaton.
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Although this experiment was nothing other than a violation of the academy's ethical codes, he could not suppress his passion to forge a vessel that might host his late sister's soul.
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As he poured the elixir into the intricately woven ether conduits, the cold metal skeleton began to pulse faintly.
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However, the next moment, an intense electrical discharge occurred due to circuit overload, causing the workshop's instruments to burst into sparks simultaneously.
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Though it appeared to have failed, Ray did not give up; slashing his palm with a knife, he infused additional mana into the transmutation circle.
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The clockwork heart, activated with his bioenergy as a medium, gradually began to tick with a steady, rhythmic pulse.
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Before long, the mechanical maiden quietly opened her eyes, reached out with an awkward motion, and gently touched her creator's cheek.
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Within those crystal eyes dwelled a spark of emotion transcending mere programming, and she murmured faintly, "Brother."
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The alchemist who crossed the forbidden threshold gently embraced her, fully prepared for the harsh destiny that his choice would bring.

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