Chapter 3, The Path of Magic
If the illustrious Rowling family were to produce a highly skilled wizard in history ...! ... Although somewhat out of place, it could still be considered acceptable!
Because almost all wizards are feared... monsters. They are unapproachable, reclusive by nature, eccentric, and dislike interacting with people, preferring to isolate themselves and immerse in the study of magic. No noble young lady would be interested in courting a monster who spends all day hiding in a study. No noble banquet would invite a cold wizard to ruin the atmosphere. No emperor would grant a title to a wizard or appoint a wizard as a high official of the empire. No noble banquet would invite a cold wizard to ruin the atmosphere. No emperor would grant a title to a wizard or appoint a wizard as a high official of the empire.
Looking at the child in front of him, who remained silent, Clark thought that this question might be too profound for such a young child. He smiled slightly and then spoke in a deep and slow voice: "Magic is the mystery granted to humanity by the omnipotent deity to unravel the revelations of the divine! It is the path for humanity to pursue the ultimate power in this world! It is the source for understanding oneself, understanding the world, and unlocking the greatest gift bestowed upon humanity by the deity!" Then, he repeated in a deep and slow voice: "Magic is the mystery granted to humanity by the omnipotent deity to unravel the revelations of the divine! It is the path for humanity to pursue the ultimate power in this world! It is the source for understanding oneself, understanding the world, and unlocking the greatest gift bestowed upon humanity by the deity!"
This world, this natural world, contains an abundance of magical elements, each point and each drop serving as a source of power. Rain and thunder, blizzards and gales, even the alternation of the sun, moon, and stars, as well as the blooming and withering of flowers and plants... all of these are sources of power within nature. A skilled magician can fully sense the subtle and clear changes occurring in the world. The 'lever' you mentioned earlier is a very interesting metaphor. Simply put, the more powerful the lever you possess, the more formidable natural forces you can mobilize. A skilled magician can fully sense the subtle and clear changes occurring in the world. The 'lever' you mentioned earlier is a very interesting metaphor. Simply put, the more powerful the lever you possess, the more formidable natural forces you can mobilize. Conversely, if the lever is too weak, the natural forces that can be mobilized will also be very limited.
Clark frowned again: "I have to wonder, who exactly told you such an ignorant statement? What I just said is common knowledge, even a novice mage would know it! 'Power comes from one's own magic'? My goodness... I must correct you, remember this firmly: human power is limited; even the strongest person has limitations! A mage can accomplish things that ordinary people cannot, for instance, a powerful mage can level a small hill with a wave of their hand or summon a storm... I must correct you again, remember this firmly: human power is limited; even the strongest person has limitations! A mage can accomplish things that ordinary people cannot, for instance, a powerful mage can level a small hill with a wave of their hand or summon a storm... But that is not the mage's own power. It is through magic, utilizing the natural forces of the world! And this world was created for us by the gods, so fundamentally speaking, when a mage uses magic, they are drawing upon the power of the divine! Remember, humans are created by the gods, and humans can never possess the power of the divine! That is a taboo! The power of a mage comes from nature, from the deities that created this 'nature'!"
Regarding this issue, Du Wei remained silent, merely gazing at the magician. The proud magician Clark would not waste time on such trivial matters; he was only slightly taken aback and then dismissed the issue.
It can be said that in the entire Roland world, magicians are the most noble profession, eagerly sought after by all those in power, and they can enjoy the best treatment
Clark, clad in a gray robe, spoke with a hint of sanctity in his voice. Unfortunately, such rhetoric did not resonate with Du Wei. To him, these seemingly lofty words carried a certain air of pretentiousness.
Clark's murky gaze revealed a hint of surprise: "Hard to believe, oh, a child over five years old... oh, you are clever and well-read, yet why do others call you an idiot?"
The foolish young master of the Rowling family drove the learned teacher away, which has almost become the most famous joke in the capital in recent days
If "magician" can be considered a profession, then this profession is undoubtedly one of the most respected fields. However, this so-called "respect" is often accompanied by a hint of fear
However, who would call their own son a "fool" who has failed both in martial arts and academics? It seems that becoming a magician is his last remaining option to achieve any success
"Alright, kid." After entering the room, Mage Clark immediately took out a small vial, poured a bit of golden powder onto his fingertips, and quickly drew a large circle in the room. He then turned to look at Du Wei: "I have cast a silencing spell. Now, no one outside can hear our conversation here"
It seems that the Earl is left with no choice; this time he has invited the renowned Mage Clark from the imperial capital to educate his son
Clark widened his eyes: "Who told you such an absurd statement? Good grief, is there really someone at the Earl of Rawlinson's residence who lacks even this basic common sense?"
The young Du Wei did not show any expression, and the child's silence led the proud magician to mistakenly believe it was fear of him. He was quite pleased with the reaction of the count's heir. Subsequently, the magician took out a crystal orb the size of a fist from his wide gray robe
What is magic
In any place, wizards are a symbol of noble status, able to stand on equal footing with any aristocrat and receive the most favorable treatment. A powerful wizard can play a role in warfare comparable to that of a small army! Moreover, all wizards and books are highly sought after by the leaders of any nation! This is not only because wizards possess extraordinary abilities, but also because these individuals do not pose a threat to the leader's power
With hopeful eyes, the count watched as Mage Clark led his son into a prepared enclosed room
Many bored individuals are discussing this matter with a sense of glee. After all, the Earl of Raymon from the Rowling family is currently enjoying great success. Seeing such a prominent figure face misfortune aligns well with the dark psychology of some of these dull people
This man exuded an unsettling odor of decay and antiquity. Moreover, the chilling aura surrounding him made Du Wei sneeze violently
"Master Clark, this is my son." The Vice President of the Imperial Command, the second-in-command of the Imperial military, spoke very politely to the gentleman beside him: "Please take a look and see if he has even the slightest prospect on the sacred path of magic"
However, the Earl does not wish for his son to become a magician, not even if there is the slightest alternative choice available
Then, it is the likes of flying sand and walking stones, the wailing of ghosts and the howling of gods
Then, the sorcerer with a chilling demeanor approached Du Wei and looked at the little one before him: "Now, tell me, boy, what is magic in your heart?"
Du Wei finally spoke up, expressing his inner doubts: "Mental power? Magical power? But isn't it true that only wizards possess magical power?"
A wizard will spend most of his life dedicated to the study of magic or meditating to accumulate magical power. Almost all wizards possess little in the way of worldly desires; they are not greedy. A qualified alchemist can use magic to transform stubborn stones into gems or gold. Precious gems are merely seen as magical aids in their eyes. A qualified alchemist can use magic to transform stubborn stones into gems or gold. Precious gems are merely seen as magical aids in their eyes.
In recent years in the capital, it has become a common practice for many families to say when having a child: "Oh, it doesn't matter whether it's a boy or a girl, as long as they are healthy... just don't end up like the unfortunate Rowling family who had a little idiot."
This question caused Du Wei to hesitate for a moment. Deep down, he was indeed quite interested in the "magic" of this world. After all, he was familiar with many splendid legends about magic. ... But what exactly is magic ... . ... In Du Wei's impression, so-called magicians, when using magic, generally chant something like "Oh, spirit of the wind, please heed my call ... ... ".
Du Wei sighed: "I understand now... mental power is magic. And what is called magic is actually a kind of lever. The magician uses this lever to draw upon the forces of nature"
Moreover, Count Raymond also made a mistake. His initial generous reward for finding someone to make his child speak has turned into a novelty, a piece of news of moderate significance. It was because of that incident that the foolish young master of the Rawlin family suddenly became famous, becoming the focus of people's discussions
He lowered his voice and frowned, saying: "I find it very strange that the Rowling family has a child like you, who is so fundamentally mistaken about common sense. If, after you come of age, you continue to speak such words as 'the power of a wizard comes from within'... I cannot guarantee that you won't be burned at the stake in front of the temple! Because your words fundamentally question the divine!"
The wizard was infuriated by this common misconception: "Mental strength is a term used by ordinary people, but for a wizard, mental strength is magic power! A wizard can continuously strengthen and increase their mental strength through the practice of meditation, and then use their extraordinary mental strength to perceive this world, to sense the mysteries of nature, and to perceive the various forces within this natural world. Only those with strong mental strength can achieve this! Continuously accumulating mental strength allows the wizard to perceive the various magical elements of the world more clearly... A wizard can continuously strengthen and increase their mental strength through the practice of meditation, and then use their extraordinary mental strength to perceive this world, to sense the mysteries of nature, and to perceive the various forces within this natural world. Only those with strong mental strength can achieve this! Continuously accumulating mental strength allows the wizard to perceive the various magical elements of the world more clearly... And what is called magic is simply using certain tricks to allow the wizard to command using their own mental power, or to borrow a bit of the forces from the natural world for the wizard's use—this is magic.
However, the magicians have no desire for power; their lives are devoted to the pursuit of the mysteries of magic, and worldly ambitions for power do not hold any significance for them. This is even more pleasing to those in power
However, Du Wei is, after all, his own son! He is the heir of the Luolin family! ... He will need to engage in romance in the future, to marry and have children, to continue the family line, and to participate in various social occasions within the noble circles
Mental strength is one of the criteria for assessing whether a person has magical talent... Although it is not the only standard, it is the most important aspect. Now, let me test your magical aptitude...
Du Wei sighed: "So that's how it is. I used to think that a wizard's power comes entirely from their own 'magic'."
Du Wei closed his mouth, his gaze returned to a state of numbness, and then he lowered his small head, appropriately concealing his expression
On this day, Master Du Wei once again welcomed his father. The person who arrived with the Count was someone Du Wei greatly disliked. This individual wore a gray robe and a gray pointed hat, and he had thin, bony fingers along with murky eyes