Chapter 42 - 16 Merlins Ring (2/2)

Thomas saw that the man was an elderly with a hunched back and a long magic staff is used to support his weight.

He seem to be around the eighties or so of a normal human if his wrinkles and voice was to take into account. He has a mage robe as one would expect from a made of medieval age.

Eyes of a person can tell a lot about that person. His eyes showed that he has large amount of knowledge and power. He is powerful, very much so that himself.

His shone brightly on seeing the way Thomas reacted.

” Ah, finally someone who reacts like a mage. So many people acted like those brazen knights drawing swords or directly attacking me even if they are wizards or mages.

You have no idea how disappointed I was with all those idiots. Good thing I failed them before they even started.” The elderly complimented Thomas.

Thomas has a confused look in his eyes which the elderly noticed.

” Sorry, sorry. I haven't introduced myself, have I? Good morning young man, I am Myrddin Emyrs. Nice to meet you young man.” The elderly introduced himself but Thomas still haven't recognised him so he gave him the name which everyone recognizes, ” But the world know me as Merlin. ”

He is both excited and frightened to meet him face to face.

None of these emotions are hidden from Merlin and he let the young mage in front of him come to terms with his identity himself. He has seen many mages react similarly.

At first he told them not to react so fiercely and just treat him as a normal mage with whom he met. But, it never seems to work. So he gave up trying and let them recover their emotions themselves.

Seeing that Merlin is looking at him waiting for his introduction, he calmed his raging nerves and introduced himself, ” I am Thomas Allens, a Grand Mage. ”

” Hohoho, I must say I am impressed. You, young Thomas is one of the most talented mages I have ever met.

To think one can reach this level at such a young age, without a teacher or guide is impressive if I say so myself. ” Merlin complimented his talent in the field of Arcane and magic arts.

Thomas blushed and also felt proud when he is complimented by Merlin. After all, anyone will feel that way when a legend like Merlin compliments him.

But at that time Thomas noticed something about his words. ” How did you know I dont have a teacher?” Thomas asked the Legendary mage.

Merlin felt even more happy when Thomas asked him this question. It showed he is smart and can grasp small details whoch is very essential for the mages.

” Every Mage has an imprint on them when they learn the magic under someone whether it be a person or an institute. This is something which is consistent in every world no matter which universe it is. ”

”Universe? You know existence of different universe?” Thomas asked the elder mage.

” Of course. If I dont know the existence of different universe than the universe I am from. ”

” How?” Thomas asked knowing more about this.

Merlin didnt feel anything wrong in explaining it to the young mage, ”It is simple. I create this realm for the sake of testing my successor.

I have many students in my life but they weren't skilled or powerful enough to be my true successor. So before my death, I and the other Merlin in different world set up a test where our relics will serve as a gateway to bring the mage who wish for our inheritance.

Here they are tested and if they lass they become the true successor of Merlin in that universe. Sometimes, our artifact travel to other universe via holes in the void. So it isnt a surprise you will be from a different universe.

Every Merlin before death left an imprint like me who are the examiners and test the candidate as per the criteria they have set. So are you ready?”