Did a wand count as part of one's own strength?
Before the Goblin Wars of the last century, even though wands had been invented for centuries and benefited many wizards with low magical affinity,
wizards still regarded them as external tools.
Not until after the Goblin Wars
did the inheritance of ancient magic suffer a break.
Wandless casting had become something unimaginable in the eyes of most wizards.
Only then did people begin to consider wands as part of a wizard's own power.
But now, Ross Steve was clearly referring to more than just wands.
"This isn't your true strength!"
Ross Steve's tone was somewhat feverish.
"Your true strength should be able to stir the winds and clouds with a wave of your hand, to overturn heaven and earth when you got serious!"
"Yes! Quickly, show me your Animagus! Let me witness the power of an ancient dragon again!"
Cypher did not answer, nor did his body react.
Instead, as though loosening up his stiff body, he shook his legs and swung his arms.
"I told you, my current self is my true strength!"
Cypher unhesitatingly refused to reveal his Animagus form.
Not to mention that he could not use those advanced spells right now.
Even if he could, with Ross Steve acting like this, how could he dare use it?
His body language practically screamed that a trap was waiting for him!
"What a pity..."
Seeing Cypher refuse, Ross Steve actually put on a regretful expression.
"Showing it would benefit both of us."
"My wish would be fulfilled once more, and you would be weakened from using your Animagus. Since I would be no match for you then, I could rightfully let you continue onward."
"Think it over carefully!"
"You're no match for me right now! And bound