Chapter 397 Spiritual Aspect

Chapter 397 Spiritual Aspect

There are 8 Schools of Magic which can further be divided into 2 aspects - physical and spiritual.

The Schools of Invocation, Alteration, and Warding fell within the physical aspect of magic. Whereas, the Schools of Enchantment, Illusion, and Divination fell under the spiritual aspect of Magic.

Meanwhile, the two remaining Schools of Magic—Summoning and Necromancy—were considered special. In that, they belonged to both aspects of magic.

In the past, whenever Adam cast spells from the Schools of Illusion, Enchantment, Divination, and Summoning, he always felt that the existence of the white lotus strengthened the output of these spells.

This led him to believe that the lotus had some connection to the spiritual aspect of magic.

However, it wasn't until he had delved deeper into the mysteries of the white lotus, that he realized that it wasn't the spiritual aspect of magic that it was connected to, but the Spirit World itself.

During those times when he was completely bedridden and unable to move physically, he would spend most of his time in his spirit sea, studying the secrets that the white lotus held.

After gaining the ability to wield the white lotus, it was as if a new door had opened before him.

And beyond this door...

Lay the secrets of the soul!

Adam had put a lot of thought into what he wanted to pursue at this institute for higher arcane studies.

He was proficient in illusions and enchantment and believed that with time he could truly master them on his own.

As for divination, it was different from other Schools of Magic in that it required the Magus to have a natural talent for it. One simply couldn't study hard and excel at it.

That's why Divination Magi were so rare.

Adam, despite having the white lotus, wasn't confident in embarking on this path. Moreover, he also wasn't interested in learning this magic.

Now, all that remained was Necromancy. For some strange reason, he felt a natural aversion to this School of Magic. He credited this to his natural affinity with magic.

Moreover, practicing the Five Elemental Codex transformed his mana into a very pure form of energy. This wouldn't work well if he were to practice dark magic.

"Nothing ventured, nothing gained," said Adam with a slight chuckle. "I know this statement seems foolhardy, but I truly believe in it.

"With rigorous study, ample preparation, and above all, respect for the beings we summon from the Spirit World, I believe those risks can be mitigated."

A long silence pervaded the room as Professor Whitaker contemplated Adam's words. Only the sound of the crackling wood in the fireplace could be heard in the office.

Professor Whitaker softly sighed, "You have given this much thought, haven't you?"

Adam nodded with a smile.

"Very well," began the old professor, "your reasoning is sound and your passion is clear."

She got up from her seat and walked toward the door. Adam too got up and followed.

"The School of Summoning is a path that requires intellect and courage," she said while opening the door.

She glanced at Adam and smiled warmly, "I believe you have the potential to excel in this school."

Adam's eyes lit up and he grinned, "Thank you, Professor. I won't disappoint you."

"Alright now head to your dorm room. Don't be late for class tomorrow."

Adam sincerely bowed before leaving. "Good night, Professor."

Professor Whitaker slowly closed the door, the smile on her face gradually vanishing, replaced by grief. She walked toward the fireplace and gently clasped a small portrait placed atop the mantlepiece.

It was a portrait of a young girl with long burgundy hair, wearing the gray cloak of Saratoga Castle. In the portrait, she was smiling cheerfully.

Professor Whitakers aged fingers gently caressed the surface of the portrait. "He's just like you... a fool who wishes to wander the Spirit World."

Her eyes turned teary and she softly muttered, "I won't make the same mistake I made with you...

"I won't."