Tasia took a notebook and carefully recorded what Xiao Chen said.
Xiao Chen and Li Jia read it very carefully, and they kept discussing the meaning of some sentences. With their knowledge of classical Chinese, it was no problem for them to read such texts, but for such an important document, they had to avoid any mistakes.
"In other words, one must reach the stage of spiritual fusion before being able to directly come into contact with the magic power diffused in the air?" asked Tasya.
"Yes. The magic particles mentioned here are extremely small and numerous. The spiritual power of mages below the high level cannot perceive such delicate things." Xiao Chen explained, "It's like there are many small fish in the sea. Our spiritual power in the distraction stage is like a fishing rod that can only catch one or two fish each time, while the spiritual power in the fusion stage is like a fishing net that can catch many fish at once. For releasing magic, a small amount of magic particles is useless. We must control enough particles at the same time to turn them into magic."
"But the efficiency of casting spells like this is very low. At the beginning, perhaps only the most violent magical impact can be released. Those delicate spells are not easy to release once they lose the magic runes as a medium." Li Jia thought of the scene when Xiao Chen was putting out the fire in the library. The surging waves of water were the result of directly using water magic.
"That's for sure. It's like you were used to digging the soil with a shovel, but now you throw away the shovel and dig with your hands, which is naturally much slower." Xiao Chen made another analogy.
"No wonder no one casts spells this way," said Tasya.
"There is a great advantage to casting spells this way." Xiao Chen said, "People who use this method to release magic cannot be stopped by any magic sealing or prohibition methods. Because these magic prohibition methods actually seal the magic runes, making them ineffective within a certain range. But no magic prohibition technique can prohibit the magic particles that are everywhere."
"So that's how it is. However, if only high-level wizards can practice it, then this holy book seems to be useless to us for the time being." Tasya put down her notes and said regretfully.
"No. Look here." Xiao Chen turned to the last page of "The True Source of Magic Power". "It provides a magic technique for dividing the spirit power: the Thousand Threads Method. Divide the spirit power into strands and feel different types of magic particles. After you advance to a high-level wizard, you will be able to find magic power better..."
It took a whole day to read "The True Source of Magic Power". Xiao Chen and the other two didn't even have time to eat lunch at noon. By the time they finished reading the content, it was already evening.
"In any case, this book opens up a new field for us," said Tasya.
"I even have a hunch." Xiao Chen returned "The True Source of Magic Power" to Tasia, "This may be the most important book in the Seven Holy Towers. Although it does not have various magical effects like other holy books in the records, and it can play an immediate role, it is probably the book that is closest to the essence of this world."
Tasia turned it back into a bracelet and put it on her hand. She stood up and saluted solemnly, saying, "Thank you so much, Mr. Xiao Chen. But I think our cooperation is not over yet. I suggest you copy this holy book tomorrow. I am counting on you to teach me how to use the Thousand Silk Technique."
Xiao Chen knew that learning the Thousand Silk Technique was just an excuse. It was Tasia's purpose to have him copy the Holy Scripture. This thank you was very important. He also stood up and saluted, saying, "Miss Tasia, I will definitely teach you until you learn it. If you have any other requests, please let me know."
"Come to think of it, I'm also quite curious about the Holy Scripture of the Dream Tower. It's a pity that outsiders can't use the Holy Scripture of the Dream Tower at all, right?" Tasia blinked and looked at Xiao Chen.
"That's true, but Miss Tashia, don't feel sorry. If you are interested, I can teach you a series of powerful mental spells from the Dream Tower. As long as you are willing, you can learn all the Dream Tower spells that I have mastered." Xiao Chen knew that he had made a great deal of money with "The True Source of Magic", so he was sincere when he said he was willing to share magic.
"Your generosity has already surprised me. It is completely different from those mages in the capital." Tashia was obviously a little surprised by Xiao Chen's words. It is not uncommon to exchange spells, but to say such heartfelt words, you are either a liar or you are really sincere.
Xiao Chen shrugged and said, "We have never been from the Kingdom."
Tasia smiled and said, "You must not be from the southern city-state either. They all say that the stingiest people in the kingdom are all wasteful prodigals in the eyes of the city-state people."
"Are you saying that they are unwilling to exchange spells?" Li Jia asked.
"This has been a chronic problem among the Mage Towers for thousands of years. Whether it's the Empire, the Kingdom, or the Southern City-States, they're all the same. They're just as annoying as stingy merchants." Tashia frowned, expressing her dissatisfaction. She spent a day with them and quickly got to know them. Now she behaves like a little sister. Maybe it's the shared secret that makes people close.
"Since the disappearance of the Seven Saint Towers, each wizard tower has become more and more particular about family background, and has become more and more like the nobility. If you walk around more and take a closer look, you will understand what I mean."
"It seems that you strongly disagree with this." Li Jia said.
"Of course, in the era of the Seven Holy Towers, it was natural to exchange magical achievements with each other, and most magicians could work towards a common goal. But now, most people only see that little bit of personal gain. In my shallow understanding, if you want to do some groundbreaking research but only focus on some small profits in front of you, I'm afraid you really can't do it well." When saying these words, Tasya didn't look like a young girl at all, but rather like an adult who saw through the world.
"I have an idea about this. I have always wanted to establish a reading club for low- and mid-level mages to share their knowledge and experiences, just like what we are doing today. Everyone starts by studying and interpreting magic runes, and in the future they can also share spells, discuss problems, and exchange experiences." Xiao Chen said.
"Your idea is very interesting. Are you planning to set up a small magic association?"
"That's different. The Magic Association is based on recognition of strength. What we seek is the unity of ideas."
"Moreover, activities under the name of a reading club can also be used to cover up our identities as the heirs of the Seven Towers!" Tasya's eyes lit up when she heard this, and she seemed very interested in this idea.
"That's right. Any magician who agrees with our shared views can join us after being recommended by two members. We want to slowly establish a new atmosphere in the wizarding world. I wonder if Miss Tasya is interested in becoming the first member besides me and Li Jia?" Xiao Chen smiled and extended his hand to Tasya.