163 Magic System Revisisted (2/2)

”There. Just a simple magical charm for you, Max. I can make them do a lot more things than that, and they will be more than happy to.”

Zeus then continues to eat since he has given me more than enough to go on.

His magic is different to mine like he has implied moment ago.

There is no actually no manifestation of runes or anything similar.

This does mean that it is actually better than mine since the runes do give away what kind of spell it is being casted, regardless of how fast it is casted.

How did Zeus do it, though?

Selene replays the action in my mind while analyzing each movement externally and internally. With the magical sensor, I can see how his magic flows throughout his body.

I reach out my hand and open my palm, as I about to let magical energy swirl within it. I did stop myself before I did though.

It is for one reason.

I do not want to let Zeus knows all that I can do.

”Interesting. I assume that Zephyr can do the same, but with a different way.”

I state as I look at the girl.

Zephyr nods in response, but she did not demonstrate her magic.

”Yes, Max. The usefulness of using a magic system is only apparent at higher stage. Since I have shown you my magic, you should show me a bit about your magic system, especially about the circle bit just for comparison.”

Zeus requests.

There is no reason to, especially when it isn't really my magic system. It is just the first magic system that I have come across.

And from what Zeus just said, there is a lot more than one magic system.

But instead of telling him about my magic myself, I produce a Hydra ring. Two Hydra rings actually.

One for Zeus and one for Zephyr.

I also freeze time around us to prevent anyone from listening in on things that they shouldn't have in the first place, but even if they did, it is hard to comprehend fully.

In any case, is it right to introduce Zeus and Zephyr to Hydra?

Well. I have brought in people less capable than them, and it is also a form of trust.

Besides, I do want Zeus to acknowledge technology even if it isn't that useful to him, given his power.

As for Zephyr. Meh. She seems uninterested in science.

Of course, I am not trusting either of them with everything even if it is pointless to hide anything from them. Still, I have to for appearance.

I just can't give them everything from the start.

”Since we are comrades of sort through mutual agreement, it is only right to introduce you two to the secret organization that I have in place in this reality. They will help you with whatever you need, and in return, I hope that you can do the same.”

I say and explain how to use the Hydra rings.

”This does make things easier.”

Zeus comments before accessing the Hydra Network to read all there is to know about magic. He also looks at some other stuff as well as getting on the Internet to search around, mostly mythological info.

Not the actual internet since that is still in its infancy. The Internet that Atlantis and Hydra maintains.

In contrast, Zephyr takes one look and purses her lips.

”There is no YouTube.”

She says and that is that.

YouTube and all other streaming services will be available in a few years, much earlier than originally, but considering a lot thing has changed, there is no need to wait for thing to naturally happen.

Zeus ignores Zephyr, so I did as well.

Time resumes once more.

After a few more drinks, I head to the restroom. It isn't to unload all those drinks, but I did it anyway. I actually want to test Zeus' magic, and as I blow the magical dust onto one of the guys there, his eyes also glow eerily.

It is enough for me to confirm that I am able to use any magic system without its acknowledgement.

That is a benefit of an Aspect.

As for the guy I hypnotize, I just tell him to stay in the restroom until the effect wears out. I wouldn't want him wandering outside the restroom and giving Zeus ideas.

I rejoin Zeus and Zephyr afterwards to finish our meal. We are still in the center of attention due to all the foods and drinks we have ordered.

June, the counter girl, thinks it is a joke at first, but she isn't thinking that anymore. She gets a nice tip for taking down all that order since the electronic system at the moment isn't up to par with the 21st century.

”I will take you to your new home in Hollywood. It is the only place so far that have lingering spiritual energy you want. If you can help me figure out why that is, it would be great.”

I tell Zeus once I am in the car again.

Zephyr is now lying across the backseat, sleeping.

”Hollywood? You are playing as a film director, are you, Max? I ask because I have recruited someone like that.”

Zeus questions, mostly out of curiosity.

”No. Not a film director personally. I just happen to run a company that produces movies and games and music for the masses. Actually, any form of entrainment, really. If you don't have anything to do with all the time you have now, you can help me with making people happy.”

I response as I reverse the car out of the parking lot. I will need to nice empty road before teleporting us all, including the car, to a garage halfway across the United States.

Zeus chuckles and shakes his head.

”No thanks. I have enough things on my hands right now. But knowing you are interested in Hollywood does allow me to give you a perfect gift. It is also what you ask for before.”

Zeus responses.

A strange cross appears in his hand, glowing with magical energy.

He must have taken it out of his inventory since I didn't see any portal of sort.

I really need to get one of those inventories since it doesn't any sort of medium to use like spatial dimensions.

”Want me to explain this to you, or you prefer to find out yourself? It is more interesting if you do in my opinion. It just makes you appreciate things more.”

Zeus asks with a smirk.

He just likes to keep me in the dark, doesn't he?

But I guess he has to since information is his only bargaining chip against me, and he knows it.

”How about half and half, Zeus? I make it worth your while.”