NOVEL NEXT Chapter 36
Chapter 36 Krisha Training Plan:
The day ended with meditation.
After dinner, Xu Xi escorted Krisha back to her room. Then, he walked alone through the quiet corridor to his study outside the courtyard.
Twisting the knob, he stepped inside, and the glass lamps embedded with light crystals cast a gentle glow, illuminating the previously dark room.
“The child’s situation is quite complicated…”
“The emotional void caused by her past is almost irreparable. All I can do is try my best.”
His voice echoed softly in the empty study.
Xu Xi approached the table, pulled out a chair, and sat down. He retrieved a thick stack of papers filled with notes on his research into new types of magic, covering various attributes.
Tolerant of all elements and endlessly innovative, these were spells that Xu Xi had created from scratch, leveraging the power of the red entry [Mortal Wisdom].
Even though they weren’t included in the rewards from his simulations, he could perfectly replicate them in reality through his memory.
But tonight, delving into new magic wasn’t his priority.
After briefly glancing at the papers, he tucked them back into the cabinet and retrieved a fresh sheet of blank paper.
Holding his pen, he paused occasionally to think before jotting down his thoughts.
“Rehabilitating Krisha’s personality can’t be rushed,” he muttered.
“She’s still in a fragile state. Introducing too much too quickly will only overwhelm her, trapping her further in her tragic past.”
He paused, his thoughts taking shape.
“We’ll stick to the current pace, gradually teaching her magic. Developing extraordinary powers will be the first step in building her self-confidence. From there, the second and third steps will follow, filling the gaps in her heart until she can stand independently, even without me.”
Warm steam hissed softly through the pipes, providing a cozy ambiance in the room.
The pen glided across the paper in a steady rhythm, the faint scratching sound a soothing backdrop in the tranquil night.
Xu Xi continued his work until late into the night, only stopping when the page was filled with his plans for Krisha’s future.
A sharp whistle pierced the silence from outside, catching Xu Xi’s attention.
He glanced out the window and saw dark clouds shrouding the bright moon, casting the entire city of Allenson into an eerie gloom.
Buildings constructed from magical bricks loomed tall, and the ever-present steam mist from the engines swirled ominously in the air.
Under the oppressive darkness, the city resembled a twisted, foreboding forest. The faint light from scattered windows only added to the strange, haunting atmosphere.
“Steam, magic, gods, elements, demons…”
Xu Xi muttered under his breath, his gaze lost in the inky darkness.
This simulated world, like the city before him, seemed filled with countless mysteries lurking in the shadows.
The world of cultivation was no different.
Unfortunately, his untimely death in the first simulation had limited his progress, halting his journey at the Golden Core Realm before he could even glimpse the legendary fairyland.
“I hope this second simulation leads to something greater,” he mused.
“At the very least, I need to live longer this time… long enough to ensure Krisha can protect herself. Only then can I leave with peace of mind.”
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[Your training of Krisha has officially begun.]
[In the magic system, meditation is just the first step. The true challenge lies in communicating with elements and mastering magic.]
[Krisha aspires to follow in your footsteps and become a master of all attributes, but her talent pales in comparison to yours.]
[You smile and guide her to start with the basics: earth, wind, water, and fire.]
The first lesson was earth magic.
“Krisa, empty your mind and feel the earth beneath your feet,” Xu Xi instructed. “Perceive, communicate, release. Follow the steps and take your time.”
In the courtyard, where the autumn wind howled softly, Krisha, clad in her apprentice robes, concentrated hard. After a minute of effort, she managed to form a small, scattered mound of dirt.
This was the level 0 spell, Soil Gathering, a simple spell for apprentices to practice.
Despite its imperfections, Xu Xi offered praise without hesitation.
“Well done, Krisha.”
“Remember, earth magic requires steadiness, patience, and a sense of heaviness,” he added gently, squatting to dust off the dirt that had splattered onto her clothes.
“I understand, Master,” Krisha replied obediently.
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Next came wind magic.
Once Krisha was proficient with earth magic, Xu Xi moved on to teaching the basics of wind magic, starting with Wind Blade, a level 0 spell.
This simple, widely-used spell had limited range and damage, but it served as the foundation for more advanced wind magic.
“Compress, stabilize, and then release,” Xu Xi demonstrated, slowing his movements to ensure Krisha could follow.
She watched intently but seemed confused, struggling to replicate the spell.
After a long effort, she managed to condense a wind blade, but it dissipated mid-flight before it could reach its target.
“Good effort,” Xu Xi encouraged tactfully.
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Water magic came next.
Among the four natural elements, Krisha showed the most aptitude for water magic.
Xu Xi started with Water Generation, a level 0 spell.
Within ten minutes, Krisha had successfully mastered it and even learned Water Arrow, another basic spell, on her own.
“My disciple Krisha shows the potential of a future water-type holy mage,” Xu Xi said with a chuckle.
But his lighthearted remark was cut short when Krisha’s magic power ran out, causing her spell to backfire and soak her completely.
That day, Xu Xi gave her a light tap on the head and reminded her not to get overconfident.
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Finally, Xu Xi introduced her to the volatile fire element.
Among the magical elements, fire was the most dangerous due to its instability. Xu Xi waited until Krisha had a solid foundation in the other elements before teaching her Fire Bomb, a level 0 spell.
Fire Bomb was the precursor to the powerful Fireball spell. It was quick to cast and packed a punch but was risky for apprentices, who often struggled to control it.
With Xu Xi’s guidance, Krisha eventually mastered the spell without mishap.
At last, the first steps in her elemental cultivation were complete.
Her journey had just begun, and the path ahead would require steady growth and practice.
Xu Xi was determined to stay by her side, nurturing this sapling until it grew into a towering tree.