webnovelfull Chapter 69 Elemental Chamber
Chapter 69 Elemental Chamber
In this world, there are some things we can control, and some things we cannot.
This is an undeniable fact.
Moreover, one cannot remain vigilant at all times while doing anything.
Sometimes, I need to focus my attention; I need to concentrate everything in one place, and at those times, in a sense, I am most vulnerable.
These are my thoughts when I felt someone appear in front of me after I collapsed.
That cheerful yet annoying girl, my club president, and that formidable senior. These words can be used to describe how I see her.
However, there is no doubt that she is also one of the most talented people in the world. To be number one in the second year, and to achieve this by such an overwhelming margin, is no easy feat.
Even with talent, not everyone can achieve this; it also requires hard work.
However, the thought of someone watching me during training makes me uncomfortable. After all, I'm not someone who likes being around other people, which also means I don't like having people around me.
Therefore, at first, I was a little angry that she was looking at me.
“I understand… but if you don’t want to showcase your skills, why train in public?”
Hearing that, I couldn't refute it. Nor did I have the energy to. After all, sparring with the puppet for at least three hours straight had left me utterly exhausted.
My body was exhausted, my muscles were begging for mercy, some veins were bulging, and my breathing was rapid.
However, when I talked to Maya, even when the conversation was somewhat relaxed, I realized that when she got serious, she was a truly remarkable person.
She's experienced and smart enough to make the most of her experience. The way she gave me feedback was definitely right.
"Hey, if you're interested, I can help you improve your mana control skills."
But it was this statement that surprised me. Helping others without warning is not something everyone does.
Therefore, I believe she wanted something from me. No one does selfless things, especially something that takes a lot of time.
But when I asked her, the answer I received was completely unexpected.
"Consider it a way of repaying the favor, junior."
"So, if you're willing, I hope to help you perfect your control over your magic, and in return, you will help me challenge myself again, just like you did today."
She was talking about challenging herself and her motivation, which are not things in the game.
Maya doesn't have a lot of screen time in the game, so I don't know much about her personality, except for what she shows on the surface.
However, this is not a game; everyone has their own life and experiences.
This is an opportunity I can't afford to miss.
That was the only thing I could think of at the time. Ultimately, what I lacked was control over my magic, so learning from the best in the academy was something I couldn't refuse.
So I accepted her offer.
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Maya Ivergrande.
A girl with slightly different common sense.
Even so, she wasn't the kind of girl with a bad personality. On the contrary, considering her behavior, one could even say she was a good person.
Her presence was like a ray of light, illuminating everyone around her.
Therefore, she was undoubtedly one of the most influential students in the college. This was not only because of her family background, but also because of her ranking.
It was not because of her good character and excellent interpersonal skills.
“So, this is the Elemental Chamber,” Morse murmured, and Maya followed him inside.
The Elemental Chamber was right in front of us, with an exquisitely carved archway at the entrance that seemed to radiate a faint glow.
He was like a light illuminating the surroundings, but in fact, all that radiance came from magical spirits that had absorbed special elemental attributes.
This is a place reserved for students with high academic rankings, a privilege earned through hard work and focused study.
Maya entered the Elemental Chamber with an excited smile, her blue eyes sparkling with anticipation and a sense of familiarity.
She turned to Morse, her voice tinged with enthusiasm. “Yes, this is the Elemental Chamber! It’s one of the Academy’s treasures. Not many students have the opportunity to enter here.”
This place is like her home, because she spends most of her time here, improving her magical abilities and practicing magic.
Morse looked around, taking in the extraordinary atmosphere of the space. The walls seemed to be filled with a soft, ever-changing light, and the air was brimming with energy. He was clearly interested, though he maintained a calm demeanor.
He had used this place even in the game, but most of the time, the training process was skipped through cutscenes, so he didn't pay much attention to it. But now, standing here, his senses could clearly perceive the fresh and pure magical energy around him.
“To be precise,” Maya continued, noticing Morse's curiosity, “what makes this place special is that it’s filled with magical essence. These aren’t ordinary magical particles; they’re infused with the essence of different elements—fire, water, earth, wind, and so on. It’s like being surrounded by magic.”
She reached out towards the glowing archway, her fingers touching the intricate carvings. The Elemental Chamber was where students with advanced magical control honed their skills. The dense and diverse magic here challenged us to adapt to and improve our control.
Morse's interest was piqued. "So, these dense magical essences can help enhance our control?"
Maya nodded, her expression becoming more serious. She explained, “That’s right. When you train your skills in an environment with a higher density of mana, it’s like trying to go against the current. It forces you to adjust and refine your control, making your manipulation of mana more precise.”
Hearing this, Morse nodded. "That makes a lot of sense." Considering the timing of the Demon King's descent, he knew the magical power would definitely become increasingly concentrated.
The developers explained that all mana from different dimensions will flow into this world when they converge, causing the mana density to increase. However, that's a matter for the future.
But one thing puzzled me. "If this place is filled with high-density magic, why is it called the Elemental Chamber? Couldn't they just call it the Mana Chamber?"
This is a valid question. After all, not all types of magic are elemental. Unique magical essences such as light, darkness, void, space, time, and psychic power can also be consumed. Skills are diverse, with various characteristics, and are not limited to elemental types.
“You’re right, but only if this place has dense magical energy.”
"So you mean there's more to this place?"
“That’s right.” Maya chuckled when she heard Morse’s question, clearly having anticipated it. “You’re a smart guy, junior. You’re right, this place isn’t just about mana density. It’s called the Elemental Chamber because there are rooms specifically for different elements. Each room is filled with a higher density of that particular element’s mana.”
Morse raised an eyebrow curiously. "So, it's true that some rooms do have a higher concentration of a certain elemental magic?"
Maya nodded, her excitement evident. "Exactly! If you want to focus on improving your control over fire magic, you can enter the Fire Chamber. The air there almost trembles from the intense fire magic. This allows you to immerse yourself in the nuances of the fire element and adjust your control and skills accordingly."
Morse's expression turned thoughtful. "It's like training for a specific elemental skill."
Maya clapped her hands in agreement. "You're absolutely right! These rooms are a godsend for mages who specialize in a particular element. They're like a controlled environment where you can fine-tune your abilities, test new skills, and deepen your understanding of a specific element."
A flicker of understanding crossed Morse's eyes. "You mean each room presents unique challenges and obstacles to overcome?"
Maya's smile widened. "That's right! The water flow in the water chamber, the terrain changes in the earth chamber, the airflow in the wind chamber... everything you can imagine can be simulated here. Each room recreates a situation you might encounter in the real world."
Hearing this, Morse understood why the Arcadia Hunter Academy held this place in such high regard. Such preparations were not something that could be done casually.
“They certainly considered many aspects,” Morse said softly, looking at the glowing wall. He could already feel the dense magical energy in the surrounding air, which was slowly beginning to put pressure on him.
"Now, do you understand why this place is so popular?"
"I understand. After all, it's not just about refining the control of a simple element. It can also prepare for specific situations in dungeons where a single type of mana essence is abundant."
Maya's eyes gleamed with approval; Morse had grasped the significance of the Elemental Chamber design. "You understand perfectly, junior. It's not just about mastering a single element; it's about becoming an all-around mage capable of excelling in diverse scenarios. Your ideas about dungeons are also correct; some places, due to their unique characteristics, will dominate a particular type of magical essence."
Maya continued, “For example, there’s a dungeon filled with dense dark magic. A mage who has been well-trained in a dark room will have a great advantage in that dungeon because they are used to dealing with this kind of magic.”
As they continued their conversation, Maya led Morse through the different rooms, explaining the details of each one.
To be honest, seeing the facilities here, Morse also really wanted to improve his ranking in the college.
He knew that student dormitories would have more and better features as the rankings improved, but he didn't expect the Element Room to have such a wide range of functions.
This was truly a rare experience.
“Alright, let’s not waste any more time,” Maya said. She had entered using her ID card and the privilege of being the first student, and since the place was empty, she didn’t want to waste any more time. “Are you ready?”
Maya didn't start training with Morse immediately, not because she wanted to waste time observing. The bigger reason was that Morse was already exhausted, so she wanted to give him some time to prepare.
“Yes, I’m ready.” Morse understood this as well. After all, he was good at reading people’s minds, and Maya didn’t hide anything from him.
“Then, follow me.” After saying this, she slowly walked towards the place where she spent most of her time. “We’ll start with the basics.”
At the same time, her aura suddenly changed from relaxed to fierce.
"I won't go easy on you, so you'd better listen carefully to what I have to say."
This was the first time Morse had ever seen a person change so drastically...