Chapter 143: Chapter 139
BONUS CHAPTER FOR REACHING 1000 POWERSTONES! Congratulations!
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Wanda's progress was so rapid that it surpassed both Leon's and the Ancient One's expectations. Later, while having tea together on the balcony of Kamar-Taj, the Ancient One sighed, "Her power is truly unimaginable. I believe she is destined to become a great being in the future."
Leon nodded. "I also hope she can maintain her purity. Otherwise, her power would be a tremendous threat to this world, this universe, and even the multiverse."
Leon reflected on this. In the original timeline, Wanda's descent into darkness had almost led to disaster across the multiverse. Perhaps, without his influence, it already would have. But things had changed; he, Wanda, Pietro, and others had built a close-knit family. Wanda, now grounded in strong will and supported by loved ones, was different.
This strong will is one of the benefits of dedicated cultivation. Unlike those who suddenly gain power—like Peter Parker, who struggled to balance newfound strength with an ordinary psyche—Wanda's abilities developed over time, with her mind and will strengthening alongside them. As her physical and magical abilities grew, her will was tempered like iron, a stark contrast to others who might spiral out of control.
Now, with chaos magic and the three-color domineering powers all deeply tied to her spirit, Wanda was unlikely to descend into darkness. Only a massive loss—such as losing Pietro, Natasha, and her entire family—could push her to that edge. If such a tragedy happened, she might say, "A world without you has no meaning." And then… restart the universe.
Though Leon felt a chill at the thought, he was determined not to let that future come to pass. He'd much rather stand beside Wanda and Natasha, forging a joyful future together.
With Wanda fully immersed in her studies, Leon decided it was time to head to Sky Blade.
Leon found himself back in a familiar, dazzling city, standing by the fountain in the central square. He sat on its edge, with Keisha beside him. She raised her hand gracefully, and several holographic projections appeared in front of them.
"Based on Sky Blade's scans and analysis of magic, we've outlined some preliminary insights," Keisha began, her voice cool and ethereal.
"Magic is also a form of energy, which we categorize into three types: individual energy, cosmic energy, and dimensional energy."
"Individual energy," she continued, "refers to the energy within humans and other intelligent species. This potential can be cultivated through meditation and study."
Leon glanced at the colorful energy data displayed before him, nodding as he took it in.
Keisha went on, "Cosmic energy is drawn from external sources within the current universe. For instance, according to the Sky Blade's scans of Earth's so-called 'Cosmic Cube,' it falls into this category."
"The third type, dimensional energy, is derived from dimensions outside the main universe in the multiverse. This is the energy source used by most sorcerer, though it typically comes at a significant cost."
Leon listened closely, absorbing the implications of each type of energy.
"The magic recorded in these books generally requires channeling one's personal energy to guide a greater cosmic energy into the body, enabling spellcasting for various purposes," Keira explained. "This method often involves specific gestures or rituals."
She paused, then continued, "We could actually replicate this process. By programming these guidance techniques, we could make spellcasting simpler, like a basic computing model."
Leon nodded. Essentially, it was an alternative form of system support. In angelic civilization, warriors rely on a linked support system to wield powers beyond their own capabilities. For example, angel warriors use a technique called the Heavenly Blade Judgment, which acts like a cosmic flare bombardment. Here, the angel becomes an anchor point, while the remote end, often a celestial-class battleship or Merlot Heaven itself, supplies the energy.
The same principle applies to sorcerers. To cast spells with power beyond their limits, they draw magic from the dimension of magic through spells. The difference is that in magic, there is a cost. While angels receive remote support without repayment, sorcerers who tap into powers like those of the Vishanti are bound by a price—repayment is required.
"After all, the Vishanti wouldn't be generous enough to let mortal sorcerers freely borrow their power," Leon remarked. "Borrowed power comes with a cost; it must be paid back, one way or another."
When sorcerers connect with the magical dimension, it essentially forms a loan contract. This magical contract operates like a program: when sorcerer die, the dimension reclaims their souls and the energy they've cultivated over time. Only someone as powerful as the Ancient One, who found an alternative power source that even the Vishanti wouldn't dare interfere with—essentially "free support"—can escape this binding agreement. Otherwise, most must repay their debt.
Leon's interest in this issue stemmed from Kamar-Taj and the sorcerers of the Sanctuary.
"Can this model be optimized?" he asked.
"What exactly do you want to achieve?" Keisha inquired.
Leon's eyes gleamed. "I want to change their energy source—from drawing on the magic dimension to linking with the Sky Blade system."
In other words, he wanted the sorcerers to switch allegiances.
"It's absolutely possible," Keisha replied, "but the spells would need optimization to reroute their power link to the Sky Blade system."
"And will Sky Blade energy be able to support the entire sorcerer group?"
Keisha confirmed, "Yes. I've already identified a star-level celestial body that can handle it. The energy requirements for the sorcerers are minimal, even less than what's needed for a few second-generation angels."