American comics: Incredible comprehension, hand-crafted forbidden spells

Wang Lian didn't even bother to look at the ancient books on the table, and solemnly instructed, "Carter, you must do everything you can to stall Lin Jie. The Sorcerer Supreme will be back in three days, understand?"

Carter nodded his head like a chick pecking at rice, patting his chest to assure him:

"Don't worry, I've already thought of a plan! I'm going to take advantage of the fact that the big shots aren't back yet and just talk to them about abstract theories and grand principles."

"I do feel a bit bad for the other newcomers, but I have no choice but to do this in order to keep Lin Jie on the team."

"It's not too late to give them extra lessons when His Holiness returns in three days."

It's difficult to get started with the art of magic just by listening to grand theories.

Carter's plan was very shrewd.

No matter how abnormally good Lin Jie's comprehension is, without someone demonstrating step by step, relying on just a few words of nonsense, you would have to struggle for at least three to five days, right?

By the time he came up with a result, the Ancient One would have already arrived home.

After listening, Wang's eyes lit up, and he showed an appreciative expression: "Hmm, that makes sense, that method is indeed good. By the way, what kind of magic potion did you use on them yesterday?"

Carter answered honestly, "I told them that it's not about quantity, but quality of magic. I had them all practice the most basic glowing lines."

Wang Ting was stunned: "Glowing lines? Even a complete beginner knows that. Didn't Lin Jie already know it a long time ago?"

"It's not just about pulling lines," Carter quickly added. "I made them use the glowing lines like knives. For example, to chop down big trees."

"Used to cut down trees?" Wang was even more confused.

Using magic to create sharp blades to cut through wood is something any mage with a little skill can do.

Lin Jie can even create the Crimson Chain, so cutting down a tree is a piece of cake for him.

"Is this difficult?"

Wang stared at Carter and asked in return.

"The key isn't the difficulty, but limiting his options!" Carter took a deep breath. "We can keep increasing the hardness of his targets, but he can only hold one line at a time! That way, he won't have time to figure out other advanced spells, right?"

Wang nodded in sudden realization, then pressed, "So what are you planning to take them to chop down next?"

Carter gritted his teeth and said, "Grand Master, I want to take them to the Himalayas."

"Go to the Himalayas?" Wang paused for a moment, then realized what was going on.

In the past, my senior brother Lucian would often send his apprentices to the snowy mountains for training.

"Okay, go ahead."

Wang waved his hand and let them pass directly.

Carter bowed respectfully, then turned and walked out of the library.

He looked up at the sky and prayed silently in his heart.

There are only three days left, so please don't let anything else go wrong.

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As Carter stepped out of the library and crossed the threshold, he immediately straightened his back.

With his hands behind his back, he reverted to his usual nonchalant senior brother demeanor and strode steadily toward the training ground.

In the early morning, a dozen or so apprentices were already standing in two neat rows in the training ground.

Carter's sharp gaze swept across the entire room; he already knew everyone's name.

Carter paused slightly as his gaze swept over the energetic Lin Jie, then looked at Lilia beside him.

This is a young girl who is seventeen or eighteen years old.

He is usually serious and never smiles, always wearing a cold expression.

When she first arrived in Kamar-Taj, the young girl was very boastful, telling everyone she met that she would definitely become the Sorcerer Supreme in the future.

Putting aside her tendency to boast, Lilia's foundation is indeed very solid.

If it weren't for a monster like Lin Jie disrupting things this year, Lillia would definitely be a hot commodity in the eyes of the Ancient One and the King of Wizards, and they would have no problem raising her as a core talent.

Following Lillia's lead, a brilliant plan suddenly popped into Carter's mind: he had to find someone to suppress Lin Jie's arrogance and prevent him from thinking he was invincible!

Having made up his mind, Carter cleared his throat, his voice deep and authoritative: "You've been in Kamar-Taj for three whole days now. Let me ask you, how many of you have managed to successfully draw glowing lines by now?"

As soon as he finished speaking, four hands were slowly raised from the crowd.

Lin Jie was among them.

Upon seeing this, Carter's eyebrows instantly furrowed into a knot, and he put on a heartbroken expression, letting out a long sigh.

"This is truly the worst batch I've ever trained!" Carter said sternly, his face hardening. "Look at our seniors! They practiced for three days and were already sparring with each other. And you? You can't even string together a single line!"

That was a smooth and natural performance.

In truth, Carter was sweating bullets with fear.

Three days of real-world practice, what the hell!

Back in the day, these veterans trained hard for over a month before they could barely even get to the basics of close combat.

You want to fight after only three days?

Do you think magic is like buying cabbage at the market, something you can learn just by looking at it?

That's complete nonsense!

But in order to deflate Lin Jie's arrogance, Carter had no choice but to bite the bullet and spout nonsense.

Fortunately, Kamar-Taj is renowned as a magical sanctuary throughout the universe, with ridiculously high entry requirements.

These inexperienced newcomers dared not doubt their senior brother's words.

The atmosphere in the room immediately became extremely tense.

The dozen or so apprentices all lowered their heads in unison, their faces full of shame, wishing they could find a crack in the ground to crawl into.

Lin Jie, who was mixed in with the crowd, was also experiencing a storm of emotions.

When Lin Jie first came into contact with magic, he thought it was something very mysterious, and that it would take at least ten years to even get a grasp of it.

As a result, he woke up to find himself creating all sorts of weapons and portals.

Looking at his fellow apprentices around him who couldn't even draw a line properly, Lin Jie felt a little proud, thinking that he was definitely a peerless genius.

But now, hearing Carter's insults, Lin Jie felt as if a bucket of cold water had been poured over his head.

"So, three days of actual combat is the average level for Kamar-Taj?!"

Lin Jie was filled with doubt.

It seems it wasn't that I was particularly skilled, but rather that Kamar-Taj was too treacherous!

As Lin Jie was reflecting on his actions, Carter's voice rang out again.

"As things stand at the moment..."

Carter deliberately drew out his words, "Lylia's talent is the best among you. As for Lin Jie, his methods are quite good, but unfortunately, his mind is too cluttered, and he can't grasp the key points!"

This is utter nonsense.

Carter knew perfectly well that if he directly said that Lilia was stronger than Lin Jie, not even a ghost would believe it.

The teleportation portal and hundreds of weapons that Lin Jie had created were right in front of them.

So he played a trick and only talked about "talent".

Talent is an elusive thing that no one can quantify.

As long as Lin Jie is given a hypothetical enemy and a sense of crisis, he won't waste his energy developing new moves.

Plans are in place!

Carter strode over to Lillia with satisfaction.

"Lylia," Carter said earnestly, looking at her. "You have exceptional talent. You must focus all your energy on the right path. Strive to pass the test as soon as possible and become a true mage."

Lilia was stunned.

A flicker of ecstasy flashed in her eyes, but it was quickly replaced by confusion.

Am I the most talented?

Taller than Lin Jie?

They've even managed to create a teleportation portal, while I can't even properly transform a lightsaber.

But when she met Carter's encouraging, deep eyes, Lillia's self-doubt vanished instantly.

The eldest brother has a sharp eye; if he says so, he must be right!

"Yes, Senior Brother!"

Lilia straightened her back and answered loudly, "I will never slacken!"

She's a woman determined to become the Supreme Mage. As long as she's willing to endure hardship, she'll be able to trample Lin Jie under her feet one day!

Lilia was bursting with confidence and couldn't help but turn to look at Lin Jie.

They happened to meet Lin Jie's gaze.

Their eyes met.

Lilia's heart skipped a beat without warning, her cheeks flushed, and she hurriedly lowered her head.

At this moment, Carter had already bypassed the crowd and stood in front of Lin Jie.

"well--"

"well--"

"well--"

Carter stared at Lin Jie and sighed three times in succession.

Those three sighs contained Carter's bitterness and pleas.

Oh, our ancestors!

Don't you dare have another epiphany!

I'm begging you, there are only three days left, please give Kamar-Taj a chance to survive!

Lin Jie couldn't understand Carter's inner breakdown at all.

Hearing those three heavy sighs, Lin Jie felt guilty, thinking that his senior brother was still heartbroken about his chaotic cultivation methods yesterday.

"Senior Brother!" Lin Jie's eyes were resolute as he loudly assured him, "Don't worry! I've listened to everything. From now on, I'll take it one step at a time, and I'll choose any spell and master it to the limit before moving on to the next one!"

Carter's eyes welled up with tears after hearing this.

It's not easy!

After rambling on all day, I finally saw a return on my investment!

As long as this kid is willing to honestly and diligently master a basic spell, let alone three days, he won't be able to cause any big trouble even in three months!

Carter wanted nothing more than to kowtow to Lin Jie to thank him for sparing his life.

If Lin Jie's terrifying mind is allowed to continue its reckless actions, all the old sorcerers of Kamar-Taj, who have cultivated for decades, will collectively jump off the cliff and commit suicide.

Suppressing the surging joy in his heart, Carter patted Lin Jie on the shoulder and said in a serious tone, "You're a promising young man. Remember, never let me down."

That really shows their dedication!

To keep you by my side, I've abandoned all pretense of decency, spouting nonsense and completely disregarding the sect's rules!

Looking at Carter's somewhat tired eyes, Lin Jie felt a surge of excitement.

My senior brother goes to great lengths to teach me every day, afraid that I will go astray. What a great kindness that must be!

"clear!"

Lin Jie nodded emphatically, silently gritting his teeth and making a vow.

We must put in our utmost effort and train like crazy!

I absolutely cannot let my senior brother down. Let's set a small goal first: to obtain the Archmage title in Kamar-Taj!