Wizards begin with Occlumency.

Chapter 12 Trouble

Meditation is not a simple thing.

Link's ability to easily master the first level of meditation on his first attempt, achieving a leap from the mundane to the extraordinary, is truly astonishing.

The wizarding world is so vast and has such a long history, of course, there have been people who have done such things before.

But it's quite remarkable that this happened to Link—a newcomer from the Storm Sea.

Link didn't want to cause trouble, and even though he was happy, he wasn't going to make a big fuss about it.

He doesn't plan to tell anyone!

Upon exiting the meditative state, Link discovered that his sea of ​​consciousness had undergone a drastic change.

From bottom to top, the sea of ​​consciousness is divided into three layers.

At the bottom is the reflection of the Memory Library in the lake, in the middle is the Memory Library itself, and at the top is an equilateral triangle of runes floating above the lake.

The boundaries are blurred, but the layers are distinct, yet they are natural and harmonious.

The equilateral triangle of runes constructed by meditation and the mental palace constructed by "brain enclosed techniques" coexist harmoniously in the sea of ​​consciousness.

As if struck by a sudden inspiration, Link had an idea that might be able to conceal the fact that he had become a first-class wizard apprentice.

However, it cannot be implemented immediately.

Meditation to construct runes requires mental energy.

Each rune requires at least 5 standard units of mental energy.

In other words, Link's innate mental strength is 17, and with the help of "Brain Occupation Technique," he can construct runes almost without damage, which is why Link was able to master the first level of the "Water and Wood Mutual Generation Meditation Method" in one go.

Now, Link needs plenty of sleep to restore his energy.

Link got up from the floor, dragged his tired body into the bedroom, and fell asleep immediately.

I slept soundly and deeply.

When Link woke up, he felt refreshed and invigorated.

Instead of getting up to wash, Link lay in bed and activated "Brain Lock" to enter his sea of ​​consciousness. He tried to project the equilateral triangle of the runes onto the lake surface to form a reflection.

It was originally just an attempt where success would be gratifying and failure wouldn't be discouraging, but unexpectedly it succeeded on the first try.

Link suppressed his excitement, making the reflection of the equilateral triangle of the runes real, and then concealing the original body above the lake.

In this way, as long as Link himself doesn't expose himself, the new blood members won't be able to detect the changes that have occurred in Link.

As for the academy's instructors, Link wasn't sure if those formal wizards could detect it.

But he wasn't particularly afraid.

It's not like it's anything shameful, right?

……

It was Sunday morning.

Another new day.

Yesterday, Saturday, was a very fulfilling day for Link. He meditated during the day and slept at night, reaping a great deal of rewards.

After washing up, Link thought for a moment and decided to go to the library to study.

All previous accumulations were exhausted when the first level of the "Water and Wood Mutual Generation Meditation Method" was completed.

To master the second level of meditation and advance to a second-class wizard apprentice, one's mental strength must reach 30 or higher, and the more knowledge one has about runes, the better.

This does not include the study of witchcraft.

A first-class wizard apprentice can master 1 to 10 zero-ring spells.

The essence of witchcraft is that the sorcerer controls his own magic power through mental strength, combines his will and knowledge to form a witchcraft model, and leverages the vast amount of free magic power in the outside world to influence and change reality.

The construction of a magical model is far more complex and profound than meditation. It is not only about the connection and relationship between runes, but also about the connection and feedback between people and things, things and things, people and nature, and nature and people.

In any aspect, Link needs a considerable amount of time to accumulate knowledge.

The sea of ​​knowledge is boundless.

……

In the library, not long after Link sat down, Jasmine arrived.

"Link, Link..."

Jasmine wasn't there to read or study; she immediately called out to Link and waved her little hand in front of his face several times.

Link put down his pen, looked up at Jasmine, and asked softly, "Is something wrong?"

"Stop reading all day and come out and have some fun with me."

Jasmine put on a flattering smile and used the cutesy tricks of a little girl.

"Let's talk outside."

Link glanced around and saw that there were quite a few people in the reading room. Not wanting to disturb others, he stood up and gestured for Jasmine to follow.

Finding a corner in the spacious hall outside the reading room, Link asked, "What activity are you planning to participate in this time?"

Jasmine chuckled and replied, "I joined the 'New Blood Mutual Aid Association,' and they're having a picnic and social gathering on the south lawn by the lake today."

Link coldly refused: "I have no interest in any mutual aid associations, I'm not going."

After saying that, Link turned and left.

The endless knowledge was calling to him. He had no time to play house with the shady "New Blood Mutual Aid Society". Wouldn't it be better to spend his time reading and studying?

"Link..."

Jasmine suddenly grabbed Link's right hand, her soft little hands gripping Link's palm tightly, shaking it back and forth, pleading and acting cute, "Oh, please, come with me, please. Just come with me, I'm a little scared to go alone, and if something happens, there'll be no one to help me."

Watching the blonde, blue-eyed girl, relying on her youthful appearance, act coquettishly and without any affectation, Link unleashed the wisdom of "Brain Occupation" to quell any slight restlessness in his emotions.

You vixen, you have disturbed my resolve!

Three years minimum, death penalty maximum.

However, safety issues do need to be taken seriously.

At these kinds of gatherings, young people often drink heavily, which can easily lead to assaults.

Out of a desire not to see his fellow countrymen become victims of similar incidents, Link sighed and reluctantly agreed.

"Fine, I'll go with you this once. But don't do it again."

Upon hearing this, Jasmine cheered excitedly, "Ha, you agreed! That's so rare! I knew Link was the best!"

It turns out that girls are just as competitive as boys.

Over the past two weeks, Jasmine has tried several times to get Link to accompany her to explore the academy and participate in recreational activities, but he has refused each time.

Jasmine was not discouraged; on the contrary, her fighting spirit soared even higher.

Today, Jasmine won over Link with just a little bit of coquetry. She was happy and proud!

Men, ugh!

That's all.

Link watched Jasmine celebrate calmly.

After packing up his books and putting them back in the dormitory, Link accompanied Jasmine, who had followed him from the library to the dormitory building, towards the south lawn by the lake.

The South Lawn is quite large, and the "New Blood Mutual Aid Association" picnic only occupied a small part of it.

Jasmine is quite popular. As soon as she arrived at the picnic area, she was pulled over by several girls and they started chatting away.

Link took a glass of sparkling wine from the towering wine tower and sipped it leisurely, his eyes constantly watching Jasmine out of the corner of his eye.

Such gatherings with many people coming and going can indeed easily lead to some unspeakable incidents.

It should be noted that the "New Blood Mutual Aid Association" is a long-established organization, which includes not only newly enrolled students but also a large number of senior students who have been studying for two or three years.

"You're Link Grand?"

Suddenly, a tall, burly man approached Link and said in a cold voice,

"Stay away from Molly Kidman from now on!"

(End of this chapter)