Wizards begin with Occlumency.

What is restraint?

The literal meaning is to entangle or bind, implying restraint or restriction.

What is framing?

It means to be confined to a certain scope.

Connecting Lauter Snow's words with Iris Clark's, Link could easily understand what Lauter Snow meant by "where to go next."

Thanks.

Having figured this out, Link immediately offered his verbal thanks.

"You're welcome."

Lotesno raised an eyebrow and then said, "If you really want to thank me, please cooperate properly next time and don't be so ungrateful."

The phrase "not understanding the joke" refers to the fact that Lotte Snow had previously used some clips and lines from the movie "The New World" to make a joke, and Link only frowned slightly and asked a question, without any other reaction.

Even when Lauter Snow tried to steer the conversation back to "The New World," he was met with a very curt refusal.

"I don't like joking."

Link said coldly, "I prefer to be direct. I say what I mean and do what I say. I don't like beating around the bush."

Silently, Link added in his mind, "I don't like being picked over either."

"ha?"

Lotesno exclaimed in surprise, circling Link a few times as if he were seeing Link for the first time. "You don't like jokes? How come I didn't know that?"

There are many things you don't know.

Link replied casually, then said, "If there's nothing else, I'm leaving."

With that, Link turned and headed towards the door.

If Lottesno really has nothing else to say or do, Link is truly prepared to leave.

It is not a threat, nor is it a strategic retreat.

This time, I first returned to the Wizarding Civilization Universe, and then came to the Immortal Civilization Universe. I had some pleasant and some unpleasant exchanges with Master Xu Jing, several Diomands, Soren Lucia, the Elemental Saint, Celestial Michel, as well as Iris Clark and Lotesno.

I also experienced some things, some pleasant and some unpleasant.

Link could truly say that he has attained enlightenment, knowing what he wants, what he can have, what he needs to do, and how to do it to turn what he wants into what he can have.

It is better to take action than to sit and discuss principles.

Now that you understand, do it without delay.

Seeing this, Lottesno rolled his eyes and muttered, "I've wasted my breath talking to you. I told you to slow down, slow down, don't rush, why don't you ever listen?"

At this moment, the so-called reincarnation of a saint is just like a nagging old woman.

Link turned and walked out.

Following Link's lead, Lautesnow continued his rambling, "I've told you, explicitly or implicitly, that for a long time to come, in order to quickly and safely regain my status and strength, I need to stay close to you and act together. You've really taken advantage of being my older brother; there's absolutely no brotherly affection, so cold and indifferent! Sigh..."

Lotesno sighed heavily: "I've really gone to great lengths to maintain our brotherhood."

Link stopped and said seriously, "Actually, you don't have to worry about this."

"Yeah?"

Lottesno raised an eyebrow. "I hope you can still say that so calmly in a little while."

After saying that, Lottesno seemed to have gotten emotional, and shut his mouth, fuming.

"Saint,"

When the Medici Sage, who was waiting outside the contact point, saw Link and Lottesno, he led his team members in greeting Lottesno in unison, with extremely respectful tone and attitude.

"What saint? There are no saints here!"

Lotesno retorted, as if he were taking out his anger at Link on Sage Medici and the others.

Medici the Sage and his group had no idea what was happening.

One by one, they dared not speak out against their anger, and dared not even muster any anger. They could only look at Link with confusion.

When they entered the contact point, they all saw the strange appearance of the reincarnated saint, and he was clearly in a good mood.

Just because he came out for a short while, giving the reincarnated saint space to communicate with the wizard Link Grand, the reincarnated saint's mood became so bad.

It's obvious that there must be some friction between the wizard Link Grand and the reincarnated saint, which has caused the reincarnated saint to become so upset and start taking his anger out on others.

Link sighed helplessly.

Lottesno, having failed with one plan, decided to try another, determined to get him to ask about "The New World."

Does anyone know what to do about a quirky, cheap younger brother who is supposedly a reincarnation of a saint?

Waiting online, very anxious!

After sighing, Link gave Sage Medici and his group an apologetic look, then called out to Lottesno: "Come on, let's discuss why you know about 'The New World,' and what the deeper meaning is in your use of scenes and lines from 'The New World.'"

"Ah, that's right."

Lottesnow's mood instantly brightened, and he beamed with joy.

Then he walked over to Sage Medici, patted him on the shoulder, and casually said, "You kid, you've been stuck at the sixth-level sage limit for a long time, haven't you? Still can't find the opportunity to advance to a grand sage, huh?"

"Yes."

Medici the Sage guessed what kind of opportunity he might receive, and was somewhat excited, but on the surface he was still able to control his emotions well.

"Wizards, on the other hand, pursue freedom and shouldn't restrain themselves too much."

Lotesno circled the Sage Medici, speaking meaningfully, "Always controlling one's emotions has its advantages—it allows for greater rationality and objectivity—but it also has drawbacks. The drawback is that others, the will of the wizarding world, and even yourself, will not be able to see your heart clearly. How can a wizard who cannot see their own heart, even the will of the wizarding world, further resonate with themselves, further resonate with the will of the wizarding world, and further connect and merge with the wizarding world? Without these things, how can one advance to the rank of Great Sage?"

After he finished speaking, Sage Medici trembled all over.

As the saying goes, true teachings can be conveyed in a single sentence, while false teachings can fill countless volumes.

The problem had troubled the Sage Medici for many years, and he had even sought advice from the Elemental Saints, but each time he received the answer that the opportunity had not yet arrived, and the shackles were finally loosened.

Medici, a level 6 sage, has seen hope of advancing to level 7 grand sage.

Most importantly, the chances are very high.

With just a little more solid foundation, one can achieve a successful promotion by leveraging their substantial accumulated knowledge.

"Thank you, Saint."

The Sage Medici bowed very solemnly to Lotesnor.

When he straightened up, his demeanor had completely changed.

If the Medici Sage of the past was like a majestic and imposing mountain, now, while still majestic and imposing, he has lost much of his somberness and is radiating a more vibrant vitality.

The five members of the Medici Sage's group, including both fourth-level and fifth-level sages, did not gain as much as the Medici Sage, but they were all moved by the changes in the Medici Sage.

Lottesno then said, "As long as you don't aim too high or make mistakes, you'll have a bright future following him."

Given his identity as the reincarnation of a mystical saint, Lotesnow's words can be seen as a prophecy for the five members of his group.

The five group members were overjoyed upon hearing this and said in unison, "Thank you, Saint."

Link watched as Lotte Snow smoothed over his earlier unwarranted anger with just a few words, remaining silent and offering no comment.

Lotte Snow offered a way to make amends, walking back to Link's side, winking, and saying with a smile, "Guess."

Upon hearing this word, Link couldn't help but roll his eyes.

So you didn't answer immediately, but instead went to sort out your anger first, thinking about how to be witty?

Is this interesting?

Thinking this, Link lifted his leg and continued walking towards the port.

This time, Lottesno didn't stop Link or nag him, but instead followed him outside.

Medici the Sage quickly led his group members to catch up.

The group moved very quickly.

With the presence of Medici, an insider of the High Council, and Lotesnor, the reincarnation of a saint, they arrived at the "dock" where they had previously anchored without any trouble.

From a great distance, Link noticed that the docked starship had been changed from the Medici Sage's to the Lotesno's.

This refers to the highest-grade starship in the export version of the Immortal God Civilization.

A vague feeling suddenly arose in Link's heart.

It was as if someone was hindering his "inspiration," but not in a full-fledged way, deliberately giving him a break.

The only person around me capable of doing something like this is Lotte Snow, whose temperament has become increasingly eccentric and whose actions are even more unpredictable.

Combined with Lotte Snow's earlier remark, "I hope you can still say that so calmly in a little while," Link's feelings immediately became much clearer.

Taking a deep breath, Link no longer restrained himself, quickly climbed the gangway, and entered the Starship.

"Link!"

As soon as they entered the Starship, Jasmine, who hadn't been seen for nearly two months, leaped into Link's arms and hugged him tightly.

"Jasmine!"

Link responded strongly to Jasmine's lunge.

After a tight embrace, Jasmine lifted her head from Link's shoulder, tiptoed, and kissed him.

"Wow..."

Following closely behind, Lotesno, who had entered the Starship, let out a strange cry and raised his right hand to cover his eyes, seemingly unable to bear the sight.

But his five fingers were spread out, so he was covering nothing.

For some reason, Sage Medici boarded the spaceship, while his crew remained at the spaceport.

After Lotesno let out a strange cry, the Starship automatically closed its hatch, detached from the "dock," and began its voyage.

Link and Jasmine kissed for a long time before finally separating.

After tidying her hair and clothes, Jasmine stood beside Link as if nothing had happened, holding Link's arm tightly with both hands, unwilling to let go.

Even though you can stand very strong behind Link and endure separation, you can reunite. Since you're reunited, why be so strong?

Jasmine never cares about what others think, and when she's with Link, she's always as clingy as she can be.

"You two have such a good relationship."

Lotesno gave a compliment, then changed the subject, "Brother, do you remember I said I would do two things for the will of the wizarding world?"

"Remember."

Link snapped out of his joy at the reunion and calmly replied, "Find the stars, find a ray of light."

"I've found the star."

Lotesno took out a dark stone from somewhere, tossed it in his palm, and then said with regret, "It's a pity we couldn't find that light."

As he spoke, Lotesno glared at Link: "I always thought that by following you, I could find that light. Who knew that, in the eyes of the Wizarding World's will, that light represented you? Sigh, according to the Celestial Civilization, this is a case of 'the darkest place is under the lamp.'"

After a brief complaint, Lautesnow continued with the main topic: "The will of the wizarding world has given me a new task: to guide and accompany you on your path to confront your 'predestined fate.' The guidance phase is now complete, and it's time to move on to the companionship phase. So…"

At this point, Lottesno fell silent.

Many principles cannot be truly understood simply by listening to others or reading books; one must personally comprehend them.

Only when you realize it yourself can you truly understand it and put it into practice.

If Link doesn't truly understand what "predestined fate" is, and how to confront it, then no matter how much Lauter Snow says, it's all in vain.

So, has Link truly come to his senses?

Link believed he had figured it out.

So Link asked, "Where did the wizarding civilization get stuck in its expansion into this universe?"

"ha!"

Lottesno clapped his hands and laughed, "I knew it, you really understood."

Link's predetermined fate is quite different from that of Michel, it is a framework rather than a constraint.

The one who determined Link's fate was not the "I" that Iris Clark spoke of, but the will of the wizarding world that intervened in the plans of the "I" that Iris Clark spoke of.

According to Lottesnow, this is why Link's bond with the will of the Wizarding World exists.

Link's perceived years of seclusion were not a result of the Supreme Council's decision to sideline him due to Master Xu Jing's words and the Celestial Master's Mansion's special regard for him.

Ultimately, it was because Link had many things he hadn't figured out at that time, many things weighed on his mind, he hadn't achieved enlightenment, and he lacked the determination and will to face his "predetermined fate."

An unprepared soldier sent to the battlefield is most likely to be killed in action.

Therefore, the Celestial Master's Mansion and the Heavenly Court of the Immortal God Civilization never intended to suppress Link. On the contrary, under the instructions of the will of the Wizarding World and the five saints, the Supreme Council kept Link hidden for several years.

It wasn't until Link had a certain level of awareness, lowered his guard, and let go of some concerns that he embarked on his journey into the parallel universe.

The High Council then began pushing for further stimulus measures for Link.

If it weren't for the raid on the advance team of the Great Sage's Tower by Michelle, and if it weren't for the high casualties suffered by the advance team, the four allied legions, and the Grand Sage Legion...

It will still be a long time before Link can achieve enlightenment.

However, neither the Celestial Civilization nor the Wizard Civilization actually had much time to wait for Link to mature naturally.

Lottesno was pleased with this: whether it was natural or not, Link had truly matured.

After laughing, Lottesno snapped his fingers.

A three-dimensional star map instantly appeared in front of the four of them.

"here."

Lotesno pointed and a star map of a star system consisting of three stars, twelve planets, and many other celestial bodies was enlarged. "If the wizard civilization wants to expand further, and if the immortal civilization wants to defeat the demon civilization, they must conquer this special star system."

"So, I'm going to conquer this special star system?"

Link frowned and asked, "Or rather, should we help the two great civilizations conquer this special star system?"

"No."

Lotesnow shook his head solemnly, seriously correcting Link's statement, "To you, this is not a special star system, but rather..."

"A New World!" (End of Chapter)