This feeling was quite different from before.
Although magic couldn't be used previously, and there was no way to mobilize magical power, there had still been some residual magic in this world back then.
But now, there truly wasn't a single drop of magical power left.
"A completely magicless world."
Marco sighed, then leaped down from the high tower, landing firmly on the ground with steady footing.
Although this world had completely lost its magic, he, as an otherworlder with an internal magic source, could still mobilize the magic within his body.
Of course, ordinary otherworlders couldn't do this - they needed to take Mystogan's special pills to use magic.
This was also why Marco had returned to the world of Edolas to help.
With his bug-like existence, he could directly suppress anyone who dared to cause trouble.
"Mystogan, how are things going?"
In the palace of the Edolas Kingdom, Marco found Mystogan, who was listening to his "little secretary" Coco explain governmental affairs.
As Byro's assistant, Coco knew a great deal and was helping Mystogan catch up on current affairs.
The damaged sections of the palace had already begun repairs, making it clear that Mystogan had at least gained control of the royal capital.
This was only natural.
The earth-shattering battle in the palace had been witnessed by everyone in the royal capital.
Anyone with a sound mind wouldn't dare challenge the authority of the victors.
With even King Faust and the Magic War Unit defeated, the remaining people had no choice but to surrender obediently.
Moreover, they had no reservations about surrendering since the victors had complete legitimacy - Mystogan was King Faust's genuine son and the rightful heir to the Edolas Kingdom.
Therefore, the transition of power in the royal capital proceeded very smoothly, with everyone surrendering at the first sign of opposition.
People even competed to see who could surrender faster, hoping that early allegiance might lead to important positions.
The "former Chief of Staff's assistant" was a perfect example.
With the old Chief of Staff Byro dead and other Magic War Unit officers imprisoned, she stood out and suddenly became the future ruler's trusted aide.
The appeal of "buying loyalty with gold" remained strong, and Coco was more than just a symbolic figure.
Although the little one looked adorable with eyes full of clear foolishness, her abilities were truly impressive.
"Thanks to Coco, I've gained a general understanding of the entire Edolas Kingdom. Actually, not much has changed in Edolas during the years I've been away." Mystogan said with a smile, looking quite satisfied.
"So the situation isn't bad?" Marco raised an eyebrow, somewhat surprised.
"Yes, although magical artifacts have basically disappeared among the populace, everyone has grown accustomed to it. People have started exploring alternative paths, creating numerous machines to facilitate daily life and production. This world is heading in the right direction." Mystogan spoke, his face beaming with excitement.
This situation had already proven his ideas correct without needing forceful promotion - the "Kingdom of Edolas" had spontaneously embarked on the path of technology among its people.
"Sounds truly promising." Marco also smiled.
Indeed, the wisdom of working people was limitless.
Having lost magical tools, people naturally pursued other technological avenues, creating fertile ground for rapid scientific development.
This version of "Edolas" was what Mystogan hoped to see, and what Marco hoped to see as well.
He could "transplant" various scientific technologies from the "Edolas" world back to "Earth Land."
"Earth Land," being abundant in magical energy with plenty of Mages, had always seen abstract development in science and technology, without any noticeable trend toward further advancement.
To change this situation, they could only rely on importing from the "Edolas" world.
Marco certainly didn't have this capability himself - after all, he was purely a humanities graduate.
Thinking from another perspective, a humanities graduate transmigrator in terms of technological development was truly just a pure "military general" in that field.
"Much better than I expected." Mystogan nodded repeatedly.
The situation in the "Kingdom of Edolas" was indeed quite good.
As a unified nation, except for some recently conquered areas still experiencing unrest, other regions were quite safe.
Without magic and without threats, everyone pooled their wisdom to think about making life more convenient.
"Laziness" had always been the primary productive force.
To facilitate living and production, people invented various things to replace their own labor.
"Just controlling the royal city isn't enough. You need to quickly be crowned and officially become king. You must let everyone know that the Kingdom of Edolas has changed leadership, and make them understand which way the wind blows in the future."
After discussing the civilian situation, Marco reminded Mystogan.
The entire "Kingdom of Edolas" covered a vast area, making effective rule establishment quite challenging.
Those "frontier officials" were crucial - without their recognition, Mystogan would have to launch a "reconquest campaign."
"I've already sent letters nationwide requiring senior officials to come to the royal city for an audience. Now we just wait to see who dares to stand against us."
Mystogan nodded, showing he had preparations for this too, though it was still too early for feedback.
"Then use this time to reorganize the royal city's military."
Marco raised the key point - "military reorganization."
Although the Magic War Units and royal guards had surrendered, Mystogan naturally found it difficult to command them effortlessly since he had no true allies within the military.
"Yes, I'm considering whether to grant special pardons to some people. Their strength and prestige might help me gain control of the military faster, rather than having to start completely from scratch like now."
Mystogan had clearly already considered military matters, and his proposed solution was to release some captured officials, such as captains of the "Magic War Units."
Several captains of the Magic War Unit have met different fates: Panther lily of the "1st Unit" has joined "Fairy Tail" upon the invitation of "Iron Dragon" Gajeel, Marco Darkning has died, while Erza Knightwalker, Sugar Boy, and Hughes are currently imprisoned.