Kaecilius the Traitor

"This is the Mirror Dimension. Though it exists, it is difficult to perceive. Everything that happens here has nothing to do with reality. It is the best place for us sorcerers to practice large-scale magic and observe the outside world.

"Of course, sometimes we also use it to avoid danger."

Inside the living room's Mirror Dimension, Ancient One was teaching Stephen how to learn and use Mirror Dimension magic when a Portal suddenly appeared and Jerry stepped through.

"It's been a long time, Sorcerer Supreme. And Stephen, not bad—you've already changed into blue robes!"

Sorcerers at Kamar-Taj wore robes of different colors according to their rank.

The most basic were grayish-white robes, worn only by newly initiated sorcerers. Then came red, indicating that one had gained a preliminary understanding of magic.

The blue robes Stephen wore now showed that his magical ability had reached a respectable level at Kamar-Taj. He was considered a full-fledged sorcerer.

"It's been a long time, Carmen!"

Ancient One was not surprised by Jerry's arrival. Jerry had not concealed his aura, so Ancient One had sensed him the moment he appeared on the training grounds.

Stephen, on the other hand, was delighted to see Jerry. He stepped forward, shook his hand, and said, "Thank you, Mr. Carmen, for helping me find a way to heal my hands and discover this new world."

After the car accident that had crippled his hands, Jerry had pointed him toward Kamar-Taj. That path had allowed him to become a sorcerer and heal his hands.

So deep down, he was extremely grateful to Jerry.

"I only gave you a little help. The rest depended on you!"

Jerry smiled, then turned to Ancient One. "Sorcerer Supreme, carry on. I'm fine—I just came by to take a look."

Ancient One nodded. She knew