Chapter 143 - The Pillar Of Soul (1/2)
Evan tried to understand why the area around him was changing in a very strange way during the ”Splash”. The ground and grass underwent significant changes, the first time an ordinary butterfly suddenly turned into a fiery icy one. When he broke through the second ”Barrier” during the test, some strange ant appeared next to him that couldn't have been there.
”Is there something bothering you?” Draven asked, looking at the puzzled young man's face.
”Yes, my two ”Splashes” were quite unlike what you describe. I can't say exactly what it was. But, it wasn't like a case of Zak fire.” Evan tried to make sense of what was happening to him.
”You shouldn't burden yourself like that. Just watch what happens after every ”Splash”. Not everyone has this phenomenon as obvious as Zak does. Evan, you have to understand that ”Splash” doesn't tell you where you should move or what spells to use. You're the only one who determines what ”Splash” looks like. You just aren't capable of understanding and controlling it yourself yet, but you don't need to. You, your desires, and more are what create the ”Splash” you see in the end.”
”Basically, I need to listen to myself, since ”Splash” is part of me, right?”
”Yeah, step by step you'll know what direction you're going to go in next.” Draven calmly replied.
”I see, Draven, I wanted to ask you something, too.” Evan slowly mouthed.
”Of course, ask it. I'll answer all your questions in detail.”
”On my way to the academy, I encountered some monsters and beasts. One of the monsters I had to fight, though with difficulty, but I won. Then I encountered a monster that was virtually indistinguishable from a beast. I would like to know how I can tell monsters from beasts. Are there any methods other than external signs?”
Draven smiled and said: ”Before I answer your question, Evan, do you think it's possible to know how many ends the Magician's Star has?”
”I think it is. But, it requires special methods or strong spells.” Evan found Draven's question strange. He didn't understand how Draven's words had anything to do with the way monsters are distinguished from beasts.
”You're partly right, but no tools are needed for that. One zero-level spell is enough.”
Draven got up from his desk and headed for one of the cabinets. He took a thin book from the shelf and handed it to Evan.
The young man quickly read the book's title: Spell Book - ”The Eye of Truth”.
”Like I said, it's a zero - level spell. You can use it to determine if it's a monster or a beast, recognize other people's powers, and much more. We're a little over two hours away from the opening ceremony. I'll explain it to you now, and I think you'll have time to master this spell at the entry level.” Said Draven draining the glass and filling it again with the amber liquid.
”Is it possible to master a spell in two hours?” Evan didn't understand how it was possible.
It had taken Evan half a day, or more, to first cast and master the entry-level spell of ”Ice Veil” or ”Magic Missile”.
”Normally not, but this spell is quite simple, as far as the entry level is concerned. What's more, I gave you a book to familiarize you briefly with the spell. But, it will be me who teaches it, not the book.” Draven said calmly and took a sip of whiskey.
Evan nodded and immediately opened the book. He was curious to know what kind of spell it was. Moreover, now Draven was teaching Evan the spell for the first time. After about fifteen minutes, Evan had looked through the entire book.
It wasn't big at all, for the most part the book contained the Magic Circle of the spell, information about the spell itself, and the method of using it. Evan didn't read every line because he knew that Draven was about to explain everything to him, but he definitely kept in mind the Magic Circle and how to interact with mana.
”Oh, I`ve forgotten something, I'll be right back.” Draven said and a few minutes later, he entered the room with an unusual rodent in his hand - it was a small rat with white fur.