Chapter 681: Self-Generated Magic Summarized as a Possibility of Techniques
“Sister Bai, I’ve thought of a brilliant idea.”
“Hmm? What’s that?” Sister Bai was currently running her hand through my silver long hair draped over her thigh, clearly enjoying the moment.
“You said that witches have the innate ability of self-generated magic that can be produced in bulk, right?”
“Self-generated magic… Why does Xiao Han think this way?” Upon hearing my thought, Sister Bai looked a bit puzzled.
“It was a sudden inspiration. I realized that my understanding of the talent for self-generated magic was perhaps too… shallow? This physical talent can serve as the foundation for several subtopics under the grand topic of witches. Its potential for development is enormous.”
“Is Xiao Han interested in this again?” Sister Bai probably understood what I meant after my explanation. “The foundation of self-generated magic is indeed one of the very important topic contents, which is why countless witches have been continuously developing this talent. If Xiao Han is interested, I can help you find materials on this. I’m an Extraordinary Witch, and I have the authority to look for it.”
You just need to pay a small price, Bai Yu added in her mind.
“Ah~ I know this has indeed been studied by many witches, but what if I’m referring to self-generated magic that hasn’t been elevated to the extraordinary level?”
After all, I still remember when I collaborated with Principal Mei; she seemed to have mentioned that my case was unprecedented. A witch who hasn’t been elevated to the extraordinary level but possesses the physical talents of an Extraordinary Witch!
This is a milestone in the transformation pathway for witches!
If it weren’t for the stringent threshold of Self-Awakened Body Cultivation, this would definitely create a sensation among the Witch Race!
However, according to my understanding of Principal Mei… it may be somewhat exaggerated, but at least it indicates that research in this area is not abundant.
“This… it seems that I really haven’t heard of such a thing…”
“So, I’ve come up with this idea and thought. I am the first successful case, so we just need a second case for this method to be popularized!”
“Popularized… Xiao Han, doesn’t that bring you any actual benefits?”
“Do you have to have a tangible benefit to do something? Sister~ Bai~”
“…Alright, since Xiao Han is so headstrong, I will support you. But I still hope you don’t lose sight of your priorities,” Sister Bai responded after some contemplation, ultimately not denying my idea.
“Seeing you so reluctant makes it clear that I have my own thoughts! I actually want to deepen my understanding of self-generated magic through continuous experimentation and attempts. You should be able to understand my inner weight, right? The unknowns that can help me understand are far more important than actual benefits.”
“Now you know~”
“Hmm?”
“Is that strange? Xiao Han didn’t like to express herself before. If the old Xiao Han had expressed herself like this, I would probably know what color underwear you wear every day.”
“Huh? Sister Bai, do you actually have such a habit? I can show you if you just say it directly~” I said while slightly lifting the hem of my skirt…
“Just kidding! Metaphor, just a metaphor!” Sister Bai quickly corrected me as she pressed down on the lifted skirt and then swiftly changed the subject. “Cough, in any case, it’s best for you to know your own heart. But how do you plan to proceed with this? This seems very energy-consuming from any perspective.”
“I’m planning to talk to Principal Mei about self-generated magic. Last time in Ninglan New City, I completed the transformation of self-generated magic with Principal Mei’s help during the metamorphosis incubation. I think she would be very pleased with the success of this matter.” I said.
After all, if the talent for self-generated magic could be popularized, it would greatly promote the advancement of witches becoming extraordinary in the academy, so Principal Mei would definitely be happy to witness the birth of such techniques.
“Principal Mei…” Upon hearing this unexpected name, Sister Bai was taken aback, “She should be quite busy…”
“She is busy indeed, so there’s no rush. I can’t just go to Principal Mei for help with an idea, right? So, before that, I’m preparing to think a little and come up with some feasible ideas; otherwise, blindly pushing the unknown decision-making to Principal Mei is also irresponsible.”
“That’s true…” Sister Bai saw that I already had some ideas and didn’t press further.
After concluding our idea sharing, Sister Bai and I returned to our main matters.
Time passed slowly in such a leisurely manner.
Sister Bai continued to teach me some details about condensing the magic source. These details could only be figured out with constant exploration, and the experiences reflect a form of application for self-generated magic.
After all, for magical energy, if I remember correctly, it seems to be one of the highest levels of extraordinary energy that life can manipulate and is exclusive to the Witch Race.
As a “unit one” in the ranking of energy levels, it shows how crucial magic is in the hierarchy of energy classification.
It’s simple to convert high-level energy to low-level energy. For example, in the past, when I contacted the Extraordinary Crystal, it directly exploded, resulting in an entire area of energy crystal mine after the energy level dropped.
However, this method only applies to declining energy levels; generally, lower-level energy cannot undergo reverse transformation without special techniques to guide it.
Extraordinary Witches can shape the magic source using energy-rich environments. The first step is to transform these low-level energies into magic before condensing the magic source.
If this technique were examined alone, it would be quite troublesome and not worth the effort, but the Witch Race has transformed this troublesome technique into the talent of “self-generated magic.” With this talent, they can “instinctively” obtain magic.
The second method for condensing the magic source also relies on the talent of self-generated magic, but the difference between this and the first method is simply “passive” versus “active.”
Currently, I can only rely on the passive self-generated magic to complete the formation of the magic source and cannot actively utilize the extraordinary energy in the environment.
According to Sister Bai, self-generated magic is only considered complete at the extraordinary life level. My current self-generated magic is merely at the pinnacle of the non-extraordinary level.
Even so, it is still highly appealing for me, who is not yet an Extraordinary Witch, and other students.
“Xiao Han, since you’re back, it won’t be long before the new round of final exams begins, right? Do you have any thoughts on that?”
In the evening, Sister Bai personally cooked dinner for me while I helped out. Though it wasn’t lavish, it had a homemade flavor that restaurants couldn’t replicate.
“Yeah, for the high school exam, Teacher Lina helped me a bit. I think she intends to let me participate in this final exam again.” I said while digging into my food, “Hah~ so delicious.”
“Then eat more if it’s good.” Sister Bai said with a smile.
“Mm.” I nodded and continued with the previous topic, “I’ve heard that this final exam is also related to the promotion of my Knowledge Seed plan, and it should prepare for widespread popularization.”
“Is that so? Efficiency is that quick?”
“Yes, I didn’t take the initiative to understand. Actually, even without me, that laboratory could continue to function normally. I heard they went to the Abyss Demon world to stock up or something…”
“So Xiao Han, are you liberated now?”
Sister Bai naturally knew that I had been working in the laboratory researching the Great Spellbook for witches, which often received mixed reviews because it was completely different in style from the academy’s mainstream research on [Extraordinary Knowledge].
And she also knew that I had established the Wanlian Main Network Tree laboratory in the Expanding Realm. Now that I had been away for a long time, I heard that one of my clones was left in that laboratory.
“Exactly, lightening the load~ it’s a mutual benefit, right? I’ve provided a platform to share results, and they’ve gained a foundation for realizing ideas, acquiring knowledge, experience, and techniques. With the Great Knowledge Sharing Technique, this derivative spell ensures that every participant reaps benefits.”
“Aren’t you worried someone might gain without effort?”
“How can knowledge be gained without effort? That’s called sharing~ Knowledge without personal learning is just information. Even if it’s shared, it doesn’t belong to anyone unless one has put in the effort; it’s simply information that hasn’t entered the mind.”
“That’s also true…” Sister Bai caught on. If knowledge isn’t learned and explored, even if the Great Knowledge Seed has recorded that content, it still belongs to the Great Knowledge Seed, not to any individual.
“Um… ah~ I’m full~ Sister Bai, the fried eggplant boxes you made today are really delicious!” I patted my slightly bulging belly, leaning back contentedly in my chair.
“Is that so? So, you’re full, right?” Sister Bai also put down her chopsticks, she hadn’t eaten much.
As an Extraordinary Witch, she almost no longer needed ordinary food for her bodily functions, so she sampled each dish, training her five senses through habit.
“Yeah~ really full.”
“Then… since Xiao Han is full, it’s time for me to eat~”
“Hmm?” At this moment, I was still in a daze from eating, and Sister Bai’s words took me a moment to register…
“Wait… is the eating I’m thinking about?”
“(Staring)—”
“Huh? So it is the eating I’m thinking about…,” I looked at the nearly empty table…
“What do you think?”
“Wait… just ate…”
“Then how about some post-meal exercise? The physical quality of body cultivation can actually disregard ordinary people’s health habits~” Sister Bai stood up, a playful smile on her face as she walked toward me.
“Tonight is still long, and I will wait patiently for when you are willing~”
After Sister Bai said this, I knew… tonight would be another wonderful night~
…
The next day, nearing noon.
After taking a shower to refresh myself, another beautiful day began~
However, even so, I did not forget my daily meditation. After all, the cultivation of mental power should not be neglected.
As I was meditating, an unexpected witch arrived.
“Hi~ Sister Bai Yu.”
“Hmm?” Bai Yu opened the villa door and was surprised to see a witch standing there. “Sister Lina, what brings you here all of a sudden? Is there something you need?”
“There is indeed something. I mainly wanted to find Xiao Han. I tried to contact her by phone, but there was no response, so I came over since I had the time. By the way, congratulations on what happened yesterday! Even more progress~”
“Thank you! I didn’t expect that what I did yesterday would reach even you, Sister Lina. However, Xiao Han is currently meditating, so it may not be convenient to disturb her. Can you tell me what you need?” Bai Yu quickly welcomed Lina inside.
“Meditating? Is she still meditating at this hour?” Lina instinctively looked at the time and then realized something, her face instantly showing an expression of understanding. “Alright, I won’t interfere with your relationship. Let’s get back to the main topic.”
“Okay… let’s get back to the main topic then.” Bai Yu instinctively tried to mask her embarrassment, but from the outside, it seemed as if nothing had happened. Luckily, she had the habit of erasing earth vein information…
“Actually, I came mainly to discuss the upcoming final exams for the lower-grade students with Xiao Han.”
“Final exams… Xiao Han mentioned it to me. I heard that you helped her a bit, and she said she would set aside ample time for the exams.”
“A little help? Are you referring to the high school exam? That doesn’t count as help, but I didn’t expect Xiao Han to already predict it?”
“This time Xiao Han has transformed a lot. This may be just a handy task for you, but it means a lot to her. Hmm… I have gained a lot as well.”
“I almost forgot you were also there at that time, right? Were you accompanying Xiao Han to resolve past family issues?”
“Yes.”
Bai Yu and Lina chatted for a while. Although the initial topic was still centered on Xiao Han, it quickly expanded to other aspects.
That’s how witches are; their conversation topics can be quite varied until… I finished my meditation.
“Huh? Sister Lina, what are you doing here?”
At that moment, I was wearing a slightly oversized nightgown. I had just showered that morning, and after meditating, my hair had dried naturally, but I really didn’t expect guests to arrive at the villa in the morning!
“Sorry… I’ll go change!” I was just about to use magic to change my clothes when Sister Lina stopped me.
“It’s fine, Xiao Han. You can be casual in your own home. Or should I say our relationship has grown distant to the point that we need to dress formally to communicate?”
“Nevertheless, I apologize for interrupting. I actually just wanted to talk to you about something, and then I’ll leave since I have other matters to attend to. I won’t disturb your relationship.”
“Alright…” I paused my steps and walked over, instinctively tightening my nightgown. “Are you looking for me regarding the final exams, Sister Lina?”
“Yes, I just discussed this topic with your sister. I heard you agreed to it?”
“Yes, it’s not a troublesome matter, so of course I’m willing to contribute to the Witch Academy.”
“I’m really glad to hear you say that, Xiao Han.” It was the first time she heard a student express willingness to contribute to the academy, no longer thinking of it as sarcasm. “However, this time, I really need your help to oversee the upcoming final exams, as the format for the multi-school joint examination is somewhat special and also closely related to you.”
