As the days passed, Lin Ze made astonishing progress in learning magic once he had memorized the incantations.
Stephen, however, wasn't doing quite so well.
"Mastering the Sling Ring is essential to spellcasting. It allows us to travel freely between universes. You must concentrate deeply and visualize it. Picture your destination in your mind. Don't limit yourself to the world before your eyes. Imagine every detail."
Mordo walked among the students, carefully explaining the precautions and key techniques involved in using a Sling Ring.
"The clearer the image in your mind, the faster the portal will appear."
Sweat covered Lin Ze's forehead as he traced circles in the air. On the other side of his golden portal, Paimon was begging someone to let her bring back some snacks.
"Tony, just let me take a few little cakes back! The Traveler is waiting over there!"
Tony had, of course, noticed the golden circle that suddenly appeared in his room. God knew Paimon had nearly knocked him unconscious when she bounced out of it and landed on him butt-first.
"Huh... there are... lots of people..."
Qiqi poked her head through the circle curiously, meeting Lin Ze's eyes.
Even the boy who had taken a minute longer than him to memorize the incantations had successfully opened a portal, yet the space before Stephen remained empty. He was growing increasingly restless when he turned and saw a cute little girl peeking out of the circle beside him, slowly waving at him.
"Hello..."
Stephen said, "...Good Lord. Aether, where did you open your portal? And who is this kid?"
Hearing Stephen's questions, Qiqi offered a friendly introduction:
"I'm Qiqi... I'm a zombie..."
Mordo had sharp ears. He had already walked around to the back, but in the blink of an eye, he rushed over.
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