Supreme Magus novel Chapter 4061

Chapter 4061: Burden of Power (Part 2)

"Maybe you are right, but I refuse to believe Uncle Lith, Aran, or Abominus would steal anything from me." Leria said. "I trust them, and I won’t change my mind just because you say so."

"Do as you wish, but consider this." Ajatar replied. "There will come a moment when you simply can’t share your research with others because it would be a burden for others. Like when you two Awakened. Did you discuss your techniques among yourselves?"

"Only after completing them." Aran shook his head. "We both wanted to reach enlightenment, and what worked for me wouldn’t have worked for Leria. Our techniques are completely different."

"See?" Ajatar smiled, ruffling the kids’ hair. "There is also another scenario that requires working alone and no malice. Leria, imagine you are on to a magical breakthrough, but you know it will take you weeks or months.

"Would you ask Aran or Lith to help you, knowing that they wouldn’t be able to invest that time in their own research, or would have to neglect their families?"

"No." Leria replied. "I’d ask their advice only when I’m really stuck and deal with the rest on my own."

"And that’s exactly what I’m doing." The Drake said. "Faluel can’t help me because she’s a Hydra. Anything I show her might lead her own research on Dragonhood on the wrong path. Lith is a Divine Beast, and Morok a Tyrant.

"They have nothing to gain from this and are too busy with their own lives. The only thing I can do is sort my notes carefully, identify the major issues, and once I’ve found them, ask for their opinion.

"That’s why I’m here. The Infirmary will allow Lith and Solus to help me without taking away much of their time."

"Your research method sounds pretty useful. Can I use it too?" Aran asked.

"Of course you can, Hatchling." Ajatar chuckled. "Everything I share with you is willingly offered. You are free to do with it what you want."

"Thanks." Leria replied while taking a few notes on her Grimoire with water magic. "What’s this for?"

She pointed at the gene-tank connected to the Hands and the barrels of nutrient liquid.

"The next step of my research." The Drake placed his hand on the crystal case, checking its integrity and enchantments with Invigoration for the umpteenth time. "My breathing technique has reached its limits.

"To explore the rest of my life force, I need to partially transform into a Dragon and stay that way long enough to examine my condition thoroughly."

"Will it be painful?" There was something about the cold and sterile equipment that made Leria shudder.

"Quite the contrary." Ajatar sighed. "It will be so pleasant that going back to a Drake will sour my mood. When that happens, don’t lose sight of me for a moment."

***

Faluel’s lair, at the same time.

"Okay, Master Faluel, I’m here." Friya said. "Where do we start? Physical or magical training?"

"Actually, it’s more like psychological conditioning since I won’t teach you any new spell." Faluel replied. "Anyway, I’m planning to alternate between physical and psychological training.

"One can help the other, and once you get the hang of it, you’ll multiply your learning speed by the number of heads you’ve mastered."

"I’d be seven times faster." Friya had stars in her eyes. "Gods, what I’d give to have such an ability back when I was at the White Griffon. I’d have a shot to be the first ranker during both the specialization years."

"Dream on, girl." Faluel chuckled. "Now focus, please. Your condition is unique, and I’m afraid you’ll have much more trouble learning than any Hydra in my clan’s history."

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