Enlightener Aura Unleashed!

"Thank you for your guidance, Master Mordo. I understand."

Raine lowered his head cooperatively, putting on a humble and eager-to-learn expression.

This was Kamar-Taj's future second-in-command. He had to build a good relationship with him.

Mordo was very satisfied with Raine's attitude and gave a slight nod.

"Good. Maintain this attitude, and you'll surely accomplish great things."

"Tell me, what Magic have you mastered so far?"

"I'll assess your foundation, then decide what to teach you next."

Mordo clasped his hands behind his back, his tone unfathomable.

As The Ancient One's most prized disciple, Mordo had absolute confidence when it came to teaching apprentices.

No matter how prickly or troublesome you were, or how monstrous a genius you might be.

Once you fell into his hands, he could arrange everything for you perfectly.

"Yes, Master."

The moment Raine heard that he was going to learn a new Spell, he immediately perked up.

"I've learned Magic Shield, Portal, Mirror Dimension..."

Raine recited his list of skills like he was reading out a menu.

At first, Mordo listened absentmindedly.

Magic Shield? Portal?

Weren't those just the most basic little tricks?

Had Wong and Hamir taught this kid only those?

It seemed this so-called genius was severely overrated.

However.

As the terms that popped out of Raine's mouth grew more and more outrageous, the composure gradually slipped from Mordo's face.

"Multiple Mirror Dimensions... Space Blade..."

The corner of Mordo's eye began to twitch.

"And... Vishanti's Holy Sword."

Raine finally finished reciting his list.

Mordo stood rooted to the spot as if he had been struck by lightning.

The expression on his face was more colorful than a dye shop.

Astonishment, shock, disbelief, and countless other emotions twisted together.

Space Blade?

Wasn't that Kaecilius's ultimate trump card?

And Vishanti's Holy Sword!

That was a forbidden Spell that only a Master could barely touch!

"Stop, stop, stop!"

Mordo stared at Raine as if he were looking at a monster, his voice cracking. "Are you sure you're not joking?"

"These high-level Spells aren't something an apprentice can master!"

"Even many seasoned Sorcerers would struggle just to understand the theory!"

Mordo felt as if his entire worldview had been violently shaken.

A genius?

Could this be called a genius?

This was practically a cheat incarnate disguised in human skin!

No wonder those old foxes Wong and Hamir had pushed this kid onto him!

They couldn't teach him anymore, so they had sent him over to torment him instead!

Mordo took several deep breaths before he could barely calm the turmoil in his heart.

"Raine, you're even more... special than I imagined."

Mordo had wanted to call him a monster, but swallowed the word before it left his mouth.

"I originally planned to guide you from the basics and polish your foundation all over again."

"But now it seems that would be completely unnecessary."

Mordo sighed somewhat dejectedly.

The most satisfying thing about being a mentor was watching a blank sheet of paper slowly become a painting under your guidance.

But this kid Raine had gone and painted the entire canvas full!

What was he supposed to teach him now?

Left with no choice, Mordo could only change his lesson plan on the spot.

"Since your offensive and defensive Spells are already highly developed..."

"Then I'll teach you a control-type Spell that every high-level Sorcerer at Kamar-Taj must learn."

"Scarlet Chains."

Mordo spoke in a deep voice.

When Raine heard the name, disappointment immediately filled his heart.

Scarlet Chains?

This thing was known at Kamar-Taj as the most useless, impractical Spell.

Why?

Because there was simply no use for it!

With The Ancient One serving as Earth's anchor, what demon or monster would dare run wild on Earth?

And even if some fool really came, The Ancient One could slap it to death. Why go through all the trouble of sealing it?

Thus, this Spell, supposedly capable of sealing Demon Gods, was basically nothing more than a decoration at Kamar-Taj.

Seeing Raine's lack of enthusiasm, Mordo's expression hardened.

"What kind of expression is that?"

"Although Scarlet Chains is rarely used, it's a genuine high-level Spell. It can directly bind an enemy's soul and body!"

"Clear your mind and listen carefully as I explain how to construct the magical circuits!"

Mordo adopted the bearing of a strict teacher and began carefully breaking down the principles behind Scarlet Chains.

Raine curled his lips, but could only obediently listen.

Having more skills never hurt, and there was no reason to refuse a free one.

However.

The instant Mordo began speaking, the system in Raine's mind exploded!

[Ping!]

[The host listened to the teachings of top-tier mentor Mordo and successfully comprehended Spell: Scarlet Chains!]

[Ping!]

[The host is enveloped by Mordo's 'Enlightener Aura'!]

[The comprehension rate of all Magic has increased by 500%! The probability of skill mutation has greatly increased!]

[Ping!]

[Your 'Scarlet Chains' has been stimulated by the Enlightener Aura and entered a state of profound enlightenment!]

[Skill proficiency is skyrocketing like a Rocket!]

Raine stared at the progress bar on the system panel, watching it soar wildly as if it had taken the wrong medicine. His eyes nearly bulged out.

Holy crap!

This Master Mordo was practically a walking divine-level experience pack!

This "Enlightener Aura" buff was even more powerful than Wong and Kaecilius combined!

Raine could not help raising his head and staring fixedly at the nonstop-talking Mordo with a fervent gaze, as if he were looking at a priceless treasure.

Mordo was speaking enthusiastically when he suddenly felt Raine's burning gaze.

He lowered his head and saw the kid staring at him with an expression of shock and admiration.

Mordo immediately began to feel smug.

Hmph!

What peerless genius? What monstrous freak?

Under my guidance, don't you still have to reveal an admiring gaze?

Looks like this kid's comprehension is only so-so. He's already this shocked just from listening to Scarlet Chains.

It's going smoothly!

Teaching this student is completely effortless!

Mordo's confidence soared, and he explained the Spell with even greater enthusiasm.

Meanwhile, Raine praised Mordo madly in his heart while watching the progress bar instantly fill up.

Mordo truly was the future mentor of Doctor Strange.

This teaching efficiency was incredible!

[Ping!]

[Under the illumination of the 'Enlightener Aura,' your 'Scarlet Chains' is greedily absorbing the truths of Magic!]

[Training speed has increased explosively!]

[Congratulations, host! 'Scarlet Chains' has successfully reached Level 1!]

Hearing the crisp notification in his mind, a surge of delight flashed through Raine's eyes.

Too fast!

This leveling speed was absurd!

In the past, when he freeloaded high-level Magic from other big shots, even with various auras supporting him, it would take at least half an hour to barely grind it to Level 1.

But now?

Mordo had not even finished half of his long-winded explanation, yet this supposedly incredibly difficult Demon God-level Spell had already been carved into his DNA!

This wasn't teaching Magic. This was clearly blessing a skill!

Raine silently gave a thumbs-up in his heart.

Master Mordo, Kamar-Taj's strongest tool man, truly deserved the title!

At that moment, Mordo was speaking eloquently when he lowered his head and happened to see Raine slightly furrowing his brows, as if deep in thought.

The corner of Mordo's mouth lifted into a confident smile that said, "Everything is under control."

Sure enough, it was just as he had expected.

No matter how high this kid's talent was, he would still hit a wall when faced with such an advanced Spell that directly borrowed the power of a Dimensional Entity.

The overlord of the Crimson Cosmos, the Demon God Cyttorak, was infamous for his explosive temper.

His power was incomparably violent and extremely difficult to tame.

When many seasoned Sorcerers tried to communicate with this power, they were met with fierce rejection from the Demon God's will. Some were even counterattacked and reduced to idiots.

Running into difficulties was only normal.

This was the perfect opportunity for a renowned teacher like him to show his skill and establish his authority!