Chapter 1437 Gateway Visions <TOC> Chapter 1439 Wizard Ivan
Translator: SumTLMan
Quickly, Angel deduced the constraints of the Gateway Model from the existing information.
Once Angel activates this new Gateway Model, the unique energy within it would reset to zero.
That is to say, after Angel has cast the new Gateway Model, if he wishes to use it again, he must wait for the special energy within the Gateway Model to accumulate before it becomes operable again.
Angel couldn’t ascertain the time required for this energy to fully replenish after resetting.
However, because of this limitation, it undoubtedly suggests to Angel that he should not recklessly employ this new Gateway Model.
Moreover, this usage constraint is merely what Angel has been able to discern for now.
Beyond this, Angel senses that the Gateway Model likely has other limiting factors. However, the nature of these Limitations remains elusive to Angel at the moment. Only when he genuinely employs it will these constraints gradually become apparent.
For this reason, although Angel initially intended to immediately test the new effects of the Gateway Model, he has now decided to put that on hold.
After all, no one knows how long it would take for the special energy to fully accumulate. Thus, hastily testing it now isn’t a prudent choice.
Speaking of the spell itself.
Although the new effects of this Gateway Model come with many constraints, deep down, Angel doesn’t feel any regret. Any spell, or broadly speaking, anything in existence, the more significant the limitations it has, indicates its inherent strength or importance. It’s precisely because it’s so powerful or crucial that it requires various constraints for balance.
For instance, some powerful spells fundamentally require auxiliary casting materials to be executed. And these materials, in essence, act as another form of limitation.
Reflecting on this, Angel held the Gateway Model in even higher esteem.
Furthermore, Angel felt the presence of many others around him.
Under such scrutiny, it was ill-timed to test the New Spell.
…
Behind him, a rustling sound brought Angel out of his reverie.
Turning around, he saw Frost, donning a brass gear mask, slowly approaching him.
Frost examined Angel from head to toe without immediately speaking. After a while, he remarked, “Your breakthrough was expected, but to glean insights into the path of true knowledge during that breakthrough was indeed surprising.”
Images of the road, paved with vast amounts of information and knowledge, flashed in Angel’s mind. At that time, he had a vague feeling that it might represent the so-called path of true knowledge. Now, it seemed he was right.
Frost continued, “Though I disapprove of Time Thief’s actions, I must admit his judgment was on point. Your potential surpasses even my expectations.”
While Angel hadn’t truly embarked on that path yet, from Frost’s perspective, he was destined to tread on it effortlessly in the foreseeable future.
Through Frost’s words, Angel not only confirmed his own thoughts but also learned something new.
His breakthrough was anticipated by Frost. This meant that the external aids, Heavenly Coeur Wind and Black Randi Soft Water, were probably provided intentionally by Frost.
At this point, Angel was uncertain whether to be grateful or not.
Judging by the outcome, Frost’s decision was beneficial as Angel had successfully advanced. However, when considering the entire process, neither the Heavenly Coeur Wind nor Black Randi Soft Water were pivotal to his promotion. Without the Heavenly Coeur Wind, Angel could still undergo the Magic Source Vortex transformation. Although Black Randi Soft Water prevented the dispersal of energy clusters, with the assistance of the Universal Axis, capturing the dispersed energy wouldn’t pose much of a challenge for Angel.
However, looking from another angle, Frost’s realm stands above legendary. In his perspective, transcending to a formal wizard might merely be a trifle. Hence, seeing Angel entrapped within the Great Barrier, he casually gave him a nudge.
Furthermore, the integration of the Heavenly Coeur Wind and Black Randi Soft Water, although not pivotal for promotion, indeed benefited Angel. For instance, Angel can now sense that his Magic Source Vortex is at least double the size of that of an average wizard post-breakthrough, saving him several years of cultivation. This is actually a consequence of the Heavenly Coeur Wind’s enhancement of the Magic Source prior to the breakthrough.
From this viewpoint, Frost was indeed helpful to him.
After some contemplation, Angel solemnly conveyed his gratitude to Frost. Even though there were some lingering thoughts in his heart, facing someone of Frost’s realm, it’s best not to overthink.
In response to Angel’s thanks, Frost merely smiled without further comment. He glanced at the spatial rift that appeared behind him and said to Angel, “You’ve just broken through and will need time to adapt; I won’t say much now. However, our conversation from earlier isn’t finished. Once you’re settled, I hope we can continue.”
Frost didn’t inquire about the mysterious gateways in the void, nor did he probe Angel’s Original Spell. Instead, he courteously nodded at Angel, saying, “Lastly, congratulations on becoming a wizard. May the pursuit of truth guide your journey.”
With that, Frost’s figure gradually faded into nothingness and vanished.
Simultaneously, from a nearby spatial rift, Sanders and Isabelle emerged.
Angel approached Sanders.
Sanders carefully sized up Angel. After a moment, he smiled and nodded, “It seems you’ve left no room for regrets.”
Angel replied, “Nor have I let my mentor down.”
Sanders smiled. While Angel indeed hadn’t disappointed him, he wouldn’t voice such thoughts. Projecting one’s hopes onto another might inadvertently pile on undue pressure.
After Sanders chuckled, his gaze slowly descended, landing behind Angel.
Confused, Angel looked over his shoulder. Initially, he didn’t comprehend what Sanders was looking at. But as he noticed the series of deep footprints on the ground, enlightenment dawned upon him.
His breakthrough wasn’t just an escalation in realm hierarchy. It was also an advancement in his physical body, soul, and energy level.
Such abrupt changes in power can bring about some issues.
Just like now.
“It seems you’ll need some time to adjust to these changes,” Sanders remarked.
Angel chuckled somewhat sheepishly, “In fact, I’ve already got a good handle on my physical body. I was just momentarily distracted thinking about the Gateway Model, which led to these pronounced footprints.”
But the adjustments Sanders referred to weren’t just about the physical body.
Angel hadn’t effectively reined in his imposing aura and energy, which was why none of the apprentices aboard the Sky Ghost Ship dared meet his gaze.
While Sanders and Angel conversed, on the other side, Isabelle was silently observing Angel.
When she returned from the void and first laid eyes on Angel, she felt an overwhelming presence. It felt like surging floodwaters, rushing towards her relentlessly.
This aura was a mixture of vitality, dominance, and externally projected energy.
It was like an undeniable source of fire, continuously emitting its light and warmth.
Although Isabelle was well aware that this eye-catching brilliance was mainly because Angel hadn’t yet learned to control his aura, from the emanating presence, she could tell that Angel’s power had become exceedingly powerful.
Compared to other newly-promoted wizards, he’s in a league of his own.
In terms of raw power, he even surpasses that elder wizard from the Sky Ghost Ship in the heavens.
Furthermore, Isabelle felt certain that if Angel were to confront Isabella now, the outcome would likely be far less clear-cut than their encounter in Silent Hill.
With this thought, a complex emotion appeared in Isabelle’s eyes.
Now that Angel has advanced to the realm of a formal wizard, attaining true knowledge seems within reach. The strength of Phantom Island has further increased, and the value of Black Castle forging a friendship with Phantom Island has grown immensely.
Yet, the emotional rift between Angel and Isabella is the chasm that lies between them.
Isabelle sighed internally. It seems a heart-to-heart with Isabella is needed, hoping for a swift resolution.
While Isabelle was reflecting, Sanders had finished discussing energy consolidation with Angel. From Sanders’s tone, it sounded like he intended to leave it at that.
Isabelle had hoped that Sanders would mention the Gateway Vision to Angel, but Sanders refrained from addressing it.
Discussing the Gateway Vision would inevitably touch upon Angel’s Spell Creation.
Although Isabelle was curious about this “Gateway, true illusion, and spatial” spell, she respected Angel’s privacy and had no intention of prying.
However, leaving the Gateway Vision out in the void was not ideal for the current situation of Black Castle.
Isabelle also inquired with Frost, but his answer was very vague, leaving her hoping that Angel might provide clarity.
Since Sanders didn’t bring it up, Isabelle, after a moment of contemplation, seized the brief pause in their conversation to raise the topic herself.
The Gateway Vision? Angel knew that in the external world there existed the Spell Creation Vision, but previously, he had been entirely immersed in his Mental Space, unaware of the specific visions.
However, mentioning this vision floating in the void, Angel was reminded of a certain incident.
The Spell Creation Vision, in the ancient times, was referred to by the wizards of the era as the “Gift of Truth.”
What’s referred to as a vision is actually an external representation, a reward bestowed by the World Will.
Back then, when Angel was in Whale Whisker Sea, he received the Gift of Truth once. During that moment, Angel found himself in a wondrous scene. Within this scene, whether it was spells, alchemy, or even the application of powers related to the Wilderness of Dreams, various thoughts and ideas were guided forth.
Angel truly realized what it means to be “inspired as if from a gushing spring.”
It was because of that Gift of Truth that Angel quickly honed his ability with the Phantasmal Limb.
Yet this time, the “Gift of Truth” did not present that peculiar scene but instead gave Angel something else.
Unless unexpected, it should be the sole variable within the Gateway Vision that Isabelle spoke of.