blueteamnovel Chapter 261: What Have I done!!!!
Chapter 261: What Have I done!!!!
After explaining the intricacies of Advanced Arts, Aadya delved into the topic of the 3rd Form, an area of particular interest for Eli.
"The 3rd Form of the Basic Elements is of utmost significance...." Aadya's expression shifted to one of seriousness as she continued,
"As you're aware,
The 1st Form involves the control of the elements,
while The 2nd Form focuses on channelling mana throughout every fibre of your body.
And finally, the 3rd Form is about merging with the elements.
Unlike other forms, achieving the 3rd Form is not as easy as others because it hinges on one's comprehension of the element they aspire to master it.
Remember my analogy: 'We are kidnapping the child (that is Mana) and nurturing it to think we are their parents'
The 3rd Form involves transforming the nurtured mana into a life form. For example..." Aadya lifted her hand.
"Cyclone Arts: 3rd Form"
/"Zephyr"/
A small wind swirling around her palm. After a moment, a peculiar sound echoed.
"Neigh"
With that, a small, horse-like creature with long white feather wings materialized, causing the air in the private arena to tremble.
Eli's eyes widened, and his first thought was, 'Mia would surely love to see it'.
Aadya, looking even more fatigued, after showing it for some time, dispelled the miniature horse and proceeded to explain,
"This is how you convert nurtured mana into a living form.
Importantly, it's not you who gives it shape and form. As I mentioned before, 'Mana itself is living' so the surrounding mana will determine the desired form"
As Aadya glanced at both Rize and Eli for questions.
Eli mused, 'So, Mana decides everything....ah?' recalling Aadya's previous statement about Mana guiding the world.
With no questions forthcoming, Aadya resumed her serious demeanour, stating,
"Once you comprehend the Mana and transform it into a living form.....you'll form a contract with that being".
"A contract?" Eli raised his eyebrows.
"Yes, once the mana takes on a living form, it becomes self-conscious and inevitably and forcibly forms a contract with its owner.
The contract stipulates that if it dies, you will die and vice versa. It's a fundamental aspect of the contract established by every Mana Breathing user" Aadya said seriously.
"Hmm... is that contract formed by Mana or the living form?" Rize inquired with a stern face.
"I presume it's formed by Mana, as there's no clear evidence whether the living form or Mana establishes the contract.....However, I still have some thoughts about it. Since we're essentially 'kidnapping' surrounding mana, it might be plausible that Mana wants us to take responsibility for disrupting the natural order" Aadya pondered with a thoughtful expression.
Rize nodded in understanding.
"Any doubts?" Aadya asked once more. Seeing no inquiries, she continued, "Eli, you've already used the 3rd form, right?"
"Yes"
"Then focus on the element and try to convey your intense feelings. Attempt to communicate with it. It may take some time, but avoid summoning it, as your body isn't prepared to handle a substantial amount of mana"
"Hmmm....I..."
"Yes?"
"Could I also learn Advanced arts?" Eli inquired with a curious gaze. His body wasn't ready for certain aspects, but he wondered if there were other things he could learn in the meantime.
"Well...." Aadya disclosed the details to Eli without sugarcoating the challenges he might face.
Simply put,
Feeling the soothing massage, Aadya momentarily lowered her guard. After a second, she protested,
"S-Stop!! I-Ia...."
"It's fine, teach. Close your eyes" Eli sweetly whispered as he continued massaging her temples.
Aadya, initially resistant, finally succumbed to the warmth and relaxation. Her tired eyes closed, and before she knew it...
'zzzzzzzz'
She had fallen asleep.
"She was really tired... ah?" Eli muttered as he observed her sleeping form...she fell asleep within a minute. Slowly, he removed her spectacles.
"I guess being a teacher is a tough job" Eli thought, gently rubbing her nose bridge, under the eyelids, between the eyebrows, and near the ears.
"Hmmm"
His soft and gentle touch caused Aadya to groan in relief, and her body gradually loosened its stiffness.
After some hours,
"~Hmmm~"
Aadya moaned as she twisted her body, her eyes fluttering open.....only to find Eli's sleeping face hovering above her.
Her eyes widened in surprise, and although she initially wanted to move from his lap, seeing his peaceful sleepiness up close made her hesitate.
"Hehe... you look different when you are sleeping" Aadya muttered with a rare, contented smile, something Eli or anyone else had never seen before.
She had been tirelessly working without taking a break for the past few days.....Her head throbbed with pain, and she yearned for some rest after this class. Thanks to Eli's unexpected massage, she slept soundly on his lap, and now her pain and fatigue had significantly diminished.
Though Eli's actions might raise eyebrows, Aadya trusted him. She didn't feel the need to check her body, as she believed he wouldn't stoop to inappropriate behaviour. This trust was rooted in her constant sta--ahem Watching.
She pondered why her father, known as 'Rock,' had chosen him as her partner. Despite being younger than her and a ruthless provocateur. Rock had decided to do anything to secure the marriage. However, Aadya understood that, ultimately, the decision rested with her.
Yes, she was the girl that Rock had been talking about.
Aadya gazed at Eli's peaceful sleeping face.
Initially sceptical of Eli's intentions, thinking he might be another privileged individual, but....she had come to realize that he was different.
He was sometimes naive, and sometimes an idiot, however, he had certain qualities like training relentlessly, showing a commitment to self-improvement, always displaying curiosity, and always.... flirting with women.
Recalling how he casually flirted with every woman without care, Aadya remembered the time she saw Eli kissing Scylla passionately in the bench area. Initially taken aback, she had thought he might be forcing himself on other women. However, spending time with him revealed that it wasn't Eli who was forcing them; rather, other women were the ones seducing him!!!
No matter how much she tried to avoid the truth, she had been drawn to this man whether his strength to control the situation or true to hold his promises.
The way he calls only her teasingly 'Teach' made her stomach flutter, she never saw him calling other female professors 'Teach'....She felt little closeness.
She really wanted to more about him, however, Teacher-Student relationship.....she was a little worried about how society would react because her father was more famous than HeadMaster..... Popular people were the ones being watched by every individual, so she had to make sure to maintain a certain distance from Eli.
If he was not a student she would have already jumped into his arms when he safely came out from the Dungeon.
As she looked at his firm lips, Aadya unconsciously lifted her head.
"~ha~"
Her breath hitched as a faint red hue appeared on her cheeks. She was always a curious child, she never had any childhood crush or any other boyfriend, so the first time her father accepted a man in a single day without investigating his background and when she asked why 'Eli', all he replied was,
/"He is good kid, He is just like me wandering without a soul"/
She didn't understand what he meant however she was sure that compared to before Eli now felt more alive and real....and also a more daring pervert.
Aadya vividly recalled Scylla and Eli's deep and passionate kiss, wondering how it would feel.
Her lips were about to grace against his before swiftly retreating, leaving her with a flushed and panicked expression.
'What Have I done!!!!' She screamed inwardly as she teleported away, leaving Eli alone in the private arena.
"Oh, Oh... OHH!" Eli murmured, his eyes opening with an amused smile, his expression reflecting a mix of surprise and amusement.