So, the seven spells I just introduced are the representative First-Tier Magic of each of the seven elements. You must memorize these incantations, as well as the corresponding magic circuits used when casting the spells.
Collette pointed at the blackboard, which had been carried out onto the schoolyard, with her staff, looking very serious. The board was now covered in diagrams of magic circuits—exactly the circuits used for the First-Tier Magic of all seven elements.
Because Collette had previously displayed such overwhelming strength, the students trusted her deeply. Everyone listened intently, even though she had seemed a bit unreliable at first. Now, however, that impression had simply become part of her charm.
“Although, in the end, you only need to master one of these spells, having a solid grasp of all the basics will only benefit you—it won’t hurt at all. So, do your best! By the way, this is also the main objective for this academic year. As long as you can master at least one spell by the end of the year, you’ll pass magic class for this year!”
Collette smiled brightly as she delivered news that left most students groaning in pain.
“Eh? There’s a test?”
“Ugh! I hate tests…”
“Collette-sensei, can’t we just not have a test?”
Complaints began to rise up from all around.
“Nope~ Even if you beg me, it’s impossible, because this is an order from above!”
“Ah, how can this be…”
Collette’s words struck another blow to the group.
“Collette-sensei,” someone raised their hand to ask, “since we only need to master one spell, is there any way for us to directly find out which element we’re compatible with? Wouldn’t that save us a lot of time?”
“Right! There’s that method, too!” I really wanted to tell you all, there actually is a way to test it—
Everyone couldn’t help but look at Collette.
“Hmm. Testing a person’s elemental compatibility and even their natural talent…”
Collette hesitated in her reply.
“Really? There is a way after all!”
The class’s mood immediately brightened with hope.
But before anyone could get excited, Collette splashed them with cold water.
“However, unfortunately, that method can’t be widely used.”
“Eh? Why not? If there’s a way, why can’t we use it?”
Disappointment and confusion mixed among the students.
Collette explained, “Mainly, the Magical Devices that can detect one’s talent are all artifacts excavated from special ancient ruins. Not only are these devices rare, they’re extremely valuable, and are usually kept by the Royal Family in the Capital. Unless it’s truly necessary, it’s impossible to take them out. Besides, the Magical Devices are based on Ancient Magic Technology that’s been lost—current technology can’t reproduce them at all. So, there’s no way to spread this kind of method.”
“Ah…I see.”
Regret spread through the crowd.
Lost Ancient Magic Technology?
Hearing that, Huelim fell into deep thought.
Semilith probably knows exactly how that technology works, after all, she can cast such spells directly without relying on any Magical Device.
But as soon as she thought of that, Huelim quickly shook her head.
Even if she knew Semilith had such knowledge, it wasn’t in her nature to ask Semilith for favors. Besides, did Semilith not already know that most Ancient Magic Technology had been lost to the world above ground? Of course she did. And even so, she chose not to get involved—there must be a reason for that. And when it comes to understanding this world, the Six Gods of Tiramshuin know more than anyone.
To say the Six Gods care nothing for the fate of the lower realms is utter nonsense. From the very beginning, the Six Gods have protected this world, and this world—the lower realms—are its very foundation. If even the Six Gods haven’t acted on this, there must be some hidden flaw in meddling that nobody has noticed…
“Alright, alright, no need to be so disappointed, everyone. Like I said before, if you want to go far on the path of magic, mastering the basics of all the elemental spells will help you immensely!”
“This is about laying your foundation—the stronger your foundation, the smoother your future path will be. The other six elements might seem useless to you, but in fact, magic is all interconnected. Understanding other spells will let you make connections and deepen your grasp of your own magic.”
Collette’s explanation finally got the students to accept, at least for now, that they had to learn all seven First-Tier Magic spells.
“Very good~ Looks like everyone understands now. So, since we still have time today, why don’t you all try practicing these seven spells? See if you can sense mana. If there’s anything you don’t understand about the spells, just ask me!”
“Oh, and if you’ve already learned a spell, you can practice it on your own over there. Of course, if you have any questions about magic, feel free to ask me.”
“Collette-sensei, I have a question—I don’t quite understand this magic circuit.”
“Where, where? Let me take a look. Oh, here—see, it runs like this…”
“Collette-sensei, I have a question too. Are there any requirements for how to pronounce this incantation?”
“There aren’t any, actually. Or rather, there can’t be, since every person’s body is different. So even with the same spell, the way you chant it will naturally differ. You’ll need to work it out for yourself…”
“Collette-sensei, I have a question.”
“Collette-sensei, I have a question too.”
“Collette-sensei…”
Watching Collette move among the students, patiently answering their questions, Huelim suddenly realized the difference between her and Semilith.
If Semilith stood at the pinnacle of magic, reaching straight to the very essence of magic itself, then Collette, as a magic instructor, possessed the ability to extract and deliver just the right amount of knowledge from the vast sea of magic for students to digest.
Every discipline, in the end, is unfathomably deep. But that depth is impossible for beginners to absorb all at once. That’s why knowledge is divided into beginner, intermediate, advanced, and master levels—so even a novice can progress step by step toward the core.
Even if the magic Semilith taught her was perhaps the most perfect form of its kind in the world, Semilith herself was not a teacher by profession and lacked the ability to convey such profound knowledge directly.
So, most of the time, Huelim relied on her own ability to comprehend the magic Semilith taught her. As for how close her understanding matched the magic’s original power, she simply didn’t know.
But Semilith had told her she had great talent, so Huelim figured her results shouldn’t be too far off…
Thinking this, Huelim realized this was a chance—she could ask Collette for guidance and perhaps gain a standard to judge herself by.
So, she raised her hand as well.
“Collette-sensei, I have a question…”
Before long, the school day was over.
Before the students were dismissed, Collette addressed everyone, “Students, if you want to learn a particular type of magic, it’s much easier to practice in the right environment. After school, you should try finding such a place.”
As expected from a professional—Huelim had only realized this herself after her mother pointed it out to her. For Collette, though, it was just common sense in teaching.
Huelim couldn’t help but feel impressed.
The crowd gradually dispersed as the students began heading off campus.
“Huelim, wait a moment, please.”
Hearing someone call out behind her, Huelim stopped and turned around, only to see Collette following with her staff in hand.
“Collette-sensei? Is there something you need?”
“Well… do you have a moment right now, Huelim?”
“…As long as it won’t take too long, it’s fine.”
Huelim replied.
It wasn’t like she really had anything urgent to do, after all.
“That’s great—don’t worry, it won’t take long.”
Huelim followed Collette to the faculty lounge, where they wouldn’t be disturbed.
“Collette-sensei, what did you want to talk to me about?”
Huelim asked.
“Well, before that, may I ask you something? It wasn’t convenient during class.”
“A question? Of course—you’ve got me curious what it is.”
“Ah, Huelim, you’re so easy to talk to—that makes me very happy~!”
Collette beamed.
“Then… may I ask, Huelim, Orrubet Hayeral—what is he to you?”
Premium Chapter
Login to buy access to this Chapter.