Chapter 142: Magic Demonstration [Dual Edition]

“Good morning, Headmaster!”

“Good morning!”

In the morning, in the front seats of Felix Radiance Square, the nobility of the Kewell Empire greeted each other warmly.

Many were surprised to find that this year’s opening ceremony at Felix Magic Academy was unusually lively, with many long-lost veteran magicians appearing.

“Instructor Darnell? Oh my, it’s really you!”

The empire’s second-largest mine owner, Duke Mallory, was surprised to find that his magic instructor, Darnell, had also come.

–He didn’t even know when Instructor Darnell returned to Vis Els.

“Little Mallory? Haha, should I call you Duke now?”

“Instructor, your words flatter me. In your presence, I will always be Little Mallory. Manancy, let me introduce you: this is my magic instructor, Instructor Darnell! His mastery of magic is second only to the Archmage; he is not far from becoming one!”

“You flatter me! Becoming a Saint Archmagus is not so easy!”

“You are too modest! By the way, why have you come back suddenly?”

“Lucien told me Ajef would be speaking, and I was free, so I came to listen.”

Darnell, who was already past his prime, spoke with a seemingly casual tone, but there was a glimmer of hope in his eyes.

Hearing this, Duke Mallory was taken aback. He looked at the aged, white-haired Darnell instructor with complex emotions.

The instructor was old.

The purple robe, symbolizing power and status, could not hide his aging body.

When he was still a magic apprentice, Instructor Darnell was already wearing the purple robe.

When he donned the red robe, Instructor Darnell still wore the purple robe.

This couldn’t be attributed to Mallory’s extraordinary talent, nor to Darnell’s incompetence.

It simply meant that the path to becoming a Black Robe Saint Archmagus was extremely difficult!

Instructor Darnell specialized in Light Element Magic and was the most knowledgeable in the Empire.

Decades ago, after no progress in Light Element Magic, he gritted his teeth and began studying Fire Element. Now, he was a dual-element Grand Mage.

But even being a Grand Mage of all elements, what did that accomplish?

Without becoming a Saint Archmagus, one would be as insignificant as an ant.

Can Mallory ever don the black robe in this lifetime?

Mallory subconsciously looked down at his right hand, which bore three magic rings, with the thumb adorned by a Void Divine Ring.

On the inner ring of the Void Ring, an Internet Divine Magic was clearly engraved.

Thinking about the benefits represented by Internet Divine Magic, especially Source Essence, Mallory was filled with mixed emotions.

No one could guarantee they would definitely don the black robe!

But he had a much higher chance than his instructor.

Because he had the valuable resources brought by the Internet God!

As Mallory’s thoughts were in turmoil, time ticked away, and the opening ceremony began.

Archmage Dundar, wearing a black robe, took the stage to announce the official start of the opening ceremony.

“I represent Felix Magic Academy in announcing: The opening ceremony has officially begun! Welcome Felix representative, the legendary magician Ajef, to come up and give a speech.”

“Wow—”

The quiet seating area erupted!

“Ajef!”

Countless magic apprentices joined in the chant!

Yu Sheng’an, wearing a white robe, walked onto the podium amidst the cheers.

He smiled and exchanged polite gestures with Dundar, whispering something that suggested a good relationship.

After Dundar retreated, Yu Sheng’an was left alone on the large podium.

If gazes could emit light, Yu Sheng’an would be unimaginably radiant!

Yu Sheng’an walked to the front of the podium and looked around:

The amphitheater seating area was packed with magicians, and countless magic apprentices stood at the back.

Everyone looked at him with bright eyes!

Some looked at the great and indescribable god behind him – the Internet God;

Some admired his profound magical knowledge;

Some envied his wealth and fame;

Some admired his radiant reputation;

And some saw him as a beacon of freedom and hope!

Under the gaze of all, a white line suddenly appeared behind Yu Sheng’an.

The white line gradually widened, unfolding slowly to reveal its initial form – a Virtual Scroll.

On the scroll, large words appeared:

[Are you ready? Let’s start with a self-introduction.]

This scene left everyone in the audience looking at each other.

What is this speech?

With everyone puzzled, the image on the Virtual Scroll changed:

–In the [Forest of Magic] microgravity laboratory, a group of magic apprentices stood tremblingly watching Yu Sheng’an.

In the image, Yu Sheng’an’s profile looked somewhat ferocious.

The image flashed, leaving behind large words.

[I am the inhumane head of the research institute]

Silence!

The large audience instantly fell quiet, with countless people left with mouths agape, stunned by Yu Sheng’an’s first words.

Even Aileen and the research assistant in the [Forest of Magic] were dumbfounded.

Because the image showed them being reprimanded.

Before everyone could react, the image changed again.

–In the ruins of Sparta, countless Demons rampaged, with blood and dismembered limbs everywhere. Yu Sheng’an floated high in the air, looking at the scene coldly.

[I am the ruthless city butcher who shows no mercy!]

–On a busy production line, countless workers bustled about, covered in sweat, working relentlessly on their tasks.

[I am the strict and greedy Dragon Factory boss!]

–On a foreign city wall, a wanted poster with a yellowed tint prominently featured Ajef’s portrait!

[I am a wanted man worth five million gold coins!]

The flashing images and text stunned countless people at Felix.

When had they seen a PPT-style self-introduction like this?

The images and self-deprecating humor created a visual impact that left the crowd speechless, with countless people open-mouthed!

Wow, the Internet can do this?

As expected from a follower of the Internet God!

Impressive!

As everyone was exclaiming, the scene suddenly turned humorous.

–On the street, Yu Sheng’an rode a bicycle leisurely, with pedestrians surrounding him.

[I am the legendary background character.]

–In the Felix Hall of Fame, amidst a row of bronze statues, Yu Sheng’an’s statue was included.

But the scene was gloomy and scary, with all other legendary magicians’ statues dark, except his statue, which was slightly bright and creepy when viewed at a specific angle.

[I am a Hall of Fame legendary magician, uh, the only one still alive, and I’m a bit scared.]

–In the dazzling light, Yu Sheng’an, wearing a white fencing outfit, rode a bicycle carrying a black-haired girl in a red robe. It’s unclear who she is.

[I am a pioneer in fashion trends!]

[I am a gourmand who loves miscellaneous noodles!]

[I am the strongest farmer who cannot farm!]

Images accompanied by text flashed continuously, while the crowd opened their mouths wider, finally stopping at seven final words.

[I am a magician.]

Under these seven big words, Yu Sheng’an smiled, placed his hand over his heart, and bowed deeply to the audience.

Only then did everyone realize that Ajef had finished introducing himself!

Instantly, applause thundered through the scene!

“Wow, that was so cool!”

“Haha, I knew Lord Ajef was always unique!”

“So cool! I want to introduce myself like that too!”

“Impressive—”

Countless magic apprentices screamed passionately.

This was an introduction for young people!

Not those dull and boring speeches filled with lectures and reprimands!

Yu Sheng’an once again stirred up a fashion trend!

However, that’s a story for later.

Yu Sheng’an looked at the excited crowd, a hint of regret flashed on his face.

To maintain the dignity of the ‘Internet God’, he couldn’t add more elements to the PPT, or it would have been even more fun.

“Good morning, everyone. I’m Ajef. A month ago, Dundar and Lucien suddenly approached me to give a speech because my proof that Lightning could transform into Light caused Light Element Magic to be neglected. They asked me to persuade the magic apprentices. I admit, that’s my fault, and I’ll take responsibility, which is why I’m here.”

Yu Sheng’an began his speech, and though it wasn’t too humorous, it brought joy to the scene.

“So, is today’s speech about promoting Light Element Magic? No, quite the opposite. I believe Light Element Magic is the least useful magic, especially for those with average talent.”

Upon hearing this, countless magic apprentices exchanged glances below.

Lucien was wide-mouthed.

Oh, my Lord Ajef, I invited you to say good things about Light Element Magic, not to undermine it!

Countless Light Element magicians blushed with anger!

Though you are powerful, Ajef, you shouldn’t insult Light Element Magic!

Amidst the uproar, Yu Sheng’an continued, “Why do I think Light Element Magic is useless? The reason is simple: Light Element Magic is too complex for ordinary people to learn; it’s a domain that only gods have the right to touch.”

After these words, the chaotic scene suddenly quieted!

The magicians specializing in Light Element Magic exchanged glances; what was this inconsistency?

“Snap!”

Yu Sheng’an snapped his fingers, and a beam of white light suddenly descended beside him.

Like a harpist, he reached out and strummed the light.

The light, under his strumming, was transformed into distinct and colorful rays.

“As everyone knows, light consists of seven colors: red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, and violet. Manipulating light in Light Element Magic is based on this foundation. Combined into a Light Burst, separated into Illusions, twisted into Invisibility, gathered into scorching heat.”

Below, Grand Mage Darnell nodded secretly. Ajef’s summary of light was coarse, but mostly accurate.

No one expected Yu Sheng’an’s next sentence, which caused rapid breaths.

“But is light really only seven colors? Are the abilities of light limited to a few?”

“I’m curious where the destructive power of Level-3 Magic Focused Beam comes from. Is it really as simple as condensing a beam?”

Darnell couldn’t sit still, staring at Yu Sheng’an with rapid breaths.

The crowd erupted in shock.

Countless magicians were uncertain.

Could Ajef have a breakthrough discovery in Light Element Magic?

“I need an assistant. Who is willing to come up?” Yu Sheng’an asked.

“Me!”

“Me, me, me!”

Countless magic apprentices excitedly raised their hands.

“Lord Ajef, let me!”

Clementine also shouted excitedly and even stood up.

With her words, countless magic apprentices fell silent, respectfully giving the Imperial Princess some face.

Yu Sheng’an looked at Clementine, shook his head, “You are a girl; it’s not suitable.”

With that, Yu Sheng’an extended his hand, and a beam of white light shot onto a boy standing in the back row who couldn’t get a seat.

In an instant, all eyes were on him.

“Are you willing to assist me with the magic demonstration?” Yu Sheng’an asked with a smile.

“Of course, I… I am, Lord Ajef!” The boy was thrilled and stammered.

“Very good!”

As his voice fell, the boy suddenly began to float uncontrollably.

In everyone’s view, it was like he was locked by a light beam, floating towards Yu Sheng’an along the light.

“It’s the Guiding Beam!”

“Is it the Light Forceps Divine Magic?”

Countless people exclaimed.

Everyone had seen this ability; it was the standard Guiding Beam of a Floating Airship.

“See, this is one of the abilities of light! Although currently only divine magic can achieve it, I believe that as light is analyzed, future magic can certainly achieve it.”

Yu Sheng’an exclaimed.

The excitement on Darnell’s face suddenly froze, and disappointment flashed in his eyes.

Was Ajef’s magic demonstration just the Light Forceps?

If so, he would have made the journey for nothing!

Because it offered him no help.

Everyone knew it was the domain of the Internet God’s authority. With magic, it might be decipherable, but could he live that long?

In reality, he had been trying to analyze the Light Forceps Divine Magic recently, but progress had been minimal.

Just as everyone thought Yu Sheng’an’s magic demonstration was over.

Yu Sheng’an, like a friend, hooked the boy’s shoulder and asked humorously, “What’s your name?”

The boy was so excited that he didn’t know where to place his hands, stammering, “I… I’m called Andre.”

“A good name. Are you willing to dedicate yourself to magic? Of course, it won’t cause death or leave you or your soul missing any parts.”

“Yes, yes, I am willing.”

Andre didn’t dare refuse.

He didn’t even dare to look at the audience.

The intense gaze from the audience was like a needle on his back, making him feel terribly guilty.

Especially the gaze full of killing intent from the Imperial Princess Clementine in the front row!

“Very well! So, before proceeding with the magic demonstration, let’s talk a bit. Why are you standing in the last row?”

Yu Sheng’an asked with his head tilted.

“I-I slept in!”

“Wow—” The crowd suddenly exclaimed.

Andre felt a deep sense of shame!

He didn’t know that in the audience’s view, his white robe was gradually becoming transparent, revealing his clothing underneath.

Clementine’s pretty face suddenly turned red as she had been gnashing her teeth over Andre for snatching her close contact with Ajef.

She finally understood why Lord Ajef said, “You are a girl; it’s not suitable.”

“Wow, I always thought I was famous and that everyone wouldn’t sleep in when I’m speaking. Haha… Thanks for making me aware of my shortcomings,” Yu Sheng’an said with a smile.

Andre’s clothes became increasingly transparent, revealing a patched outfit beneath.

“No, no, not oversleeping. I… I never slept in such a nice dormitory. I was insomniac, so… so…” Andre grew more embarrassed.

Yu Sheng’an, seeing Andre’s patched clothes under the robe, had a glimmer in his eyes and set aside his teasing.

He spoke to the audience: “Everyone, listen. I heard when Felix’s private dormitories were changed to four-person rooms, many magic apprentices complained a lot! But do you know, the environment you complain about is heaven to some people?”

The auditorium fell silent.

Xi Ze subconsciously tightened his fists!

Ajef’s words struck a chord with him.

“Have you ever considered majoring in Light Element Magic in the future?” Yu Sheng’an asked Andre.

“No… no!” Andre was sweating.

“Why not?”

“I-I… I don’t know if I can graduate!” Andre replied honestly.

“Wow!”

The scene erupted in surprise.

Andre felt increasingly ashamed, thinking his words were insulting to magic.

He didn’t know that his clothes and even skin suddenly became transparent.

He suddenly appeared to others as a—bloody figure!

His muscles were visible down to the tiniest detail, with his lungs visibly expanding and contracting, heart beating due to nervousness, and his writhing internal organs.

“I believe you can graduate. I also believe you will go even further. Do you trust my vision?” Yu Sheng’an said.

Andre froze, instinctively looking at Yu Sheng’an.

His firm gaze shocked Andre.

A force called courage surged from his limbs into his mind.

He gritted his teeth and nodded solemnly, “I believe!”

The scene quieted!

People no longer booed him.

Andre felt recognized.

–At that moment, he appeared to others as a moving pink skeleton.

“Good, this is what a magic apprentice should look like!”

Yu Sheng’an nodded and raised the arm hooked over his shoulder.

In a moment, to others, Andre, who had become a pink skeleton, returned to normal.

“Go back!”

Yu Sheng’an patted Andre’s shoulder again. Andre’s body flickered wildly, becoming transparent in stages to a skeleton, then returning to normal.

Andre took a deep breath and, facing countless eyes, walked back to the last row down the aisle.

He felt that in this moment of conversation, his heart and courage were elevated!

Lord Ajef values me, so no one else has the right to deny me!

I’m sure I can graduate and go further on the path of magic!

Andre clenched his fist, trembling with excitement.

However, at that moment, it wasn’t just Andre trembling!

Darnell’s aged body began to tremble.

Yu Sheng’an silently displayed magic that was beyond his imagination!

That wasn’t an illusion?

Or light refraction!

That was an unimaginable ability!

At that moment, the nobility of the empire and the magic apprentices were all stunned.

Yu Sheng’an approached the seven colored light beams and said, “In fact, besides the seven colors of light, there are many lights; they are invisible lights, indescribable lights!”

Yu Sheng’an snapped his fingers, and a virtual screen appeared in front of the beams.

Through the virtual screen’s filtered depiction, everyone was shocked to find that besides the seven beams, there were many other beams.

“Wow—”

“This is—”

Everyone was shocked to their core by the beams filtered and displayed on the virtual screen!

“The ability I just demonstrated is one of these lights, with penetrating and imaging capability! In fact, each of the lights here has its unique ability!”

Yu Sheng’an snapped his fingers again.

All the beams disappeared.

“This is Light Element Magic! I advise everyone, without absolute perseverance, not to touch it lightly, because you will become completely captivated by it!”

With Yu Sheng’an’s summary, the whole audience erupted.

“My gosh! That’s amazing!”

“Impressive! This discovery is worthy of the Hall of Fame!”

“Ajef has already been inducted into the Hall of Fame, hasn’t he?”

“Incredible!”

“I want to major in Light Element Magic!”

At that moment, Lucien, in the stands, sighed in relief.

But the overwhelming shock still made him tremble, with his heart pounding!

Ajef truly isn’t undeserving of being the Internet God’s follower; he is indeed a magical treasure trove!

If it weren’t for his whim to let him speak some kind words about Light Element Magic, how could he extract such a world-shattering magical discovery?

Now he needn’t worry about Light Element Magic being neglected.

In fact, he should be concerned whether Light Element Magic would become too popular, inhibiting the development of the other elements.

“Every magic has unimaginable potential, be it Light Element or Lightning Element; there is no useless magic, only useless magicians!”

“I hope everyone follows their heart and seriously chooses their major in magic without being disturbed by external factors.”

“I also hope everyone breaks out of traditional magic frameworks, maintains a questioning spirit, and goes further on the magical path!”

Yu Sheng’an’s speech ended.

“Wow—”

But the applause at the scene was endless!

Everyone in the stands uniformly stood and gave Ajef the most fervent applause!

It is foreseeable that a magical storm would soon sweep across the Kewell Empire and even the Azaea Continent!

But before that, Yu Sheng’an needed to answer some questions from the magic apprentices.

This was a traditional practice at Felix.

The first question from the magic apprentices sparked great curiosity among countless people!

“Lord Ajef, may I ask what level your magical mastery is at now?”