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"I'm going to tell you a secret."
"Huh?" The half-elf, who was just removing Latis's iron hand from his face, paused slightly, then nodded with a hint of curiosity:
"Okay!"
Latis cleared his throat and said mysteriously:
"Actually, I have a kind of divination magic. I can not only predict major events that may occur in this world, but I may also receive some gifts of time and space from divination... Of course, sometimes the energy of divination leaks, which may also cause this kind of accident that you can perceive."
"But don't worry, what is divined is not the real future, but just the release of a special energy. So, Art can rest assured that nothing serious has happened."
He ultimately chose to appease the half-elf's concerns with a more easily understood magical explanation. Although remaining silent or giving a vague answer wouldn't have been a big deal, Latis felt that Art was worthy of being told this secret.
"what!"
To Latis's surprise, Arte didn't immediately react with shock or express admiration. Instead, after a moment of stunned silence, she instinctively gripped his hand and asked anxiously:
"Big brother! Such powerful magic must come at a great price! Big brother, how much have you sacrificed for our current life? You don't have to go through all this! I'll be advancing to the sixth ring soon, and I can definitely protect everyone!"
Latis looked at the half-elf who had thrown himself into his arms and nearly crushed him, and for a moment he didn't know what to say. He was never good at dealing with other people's concern, so he could only helplessly pat the half-elf's back and say:
"Don't worry, I'm not very well-educated and don't know how to explain it, but this magic really won't come at any serious cost..."
"But……"
The half-elf's ears drooped slightly, her fingers unconsciously tightening around Latis's clothes, and she whispered:
“You will experience those scenes again and again… This shouldn’t be, it shouldn’t be something you have to bear alone! If I could, I would rather you not use this divination magic than have you suffer the same pain I feel when I wake up from my dream again and again…”
"..."
Latis sighed silently, rubbed the half-elf's ear, and said:
"it does not matter……"
……
……
“Simulator.”
After the half-elf fell asleep, Latis returned to his room and quietly activated his simulation panel.
【Dear Mr. Latis, welcome back to the Magic University Simulator!】
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Riding this skateboard, you won't be washed away by the River Styx that traverses multiple dimensions; instead, the skipping-on-a-stone journey will bring you endless fun and the thrill of flirting with death! What are you waiting for? This amazing skateboard, limited to 99 pieces, is currently on sale for only 1500. Order now!
[Atlantic time: 1:35 AM, Friday]
Please select a simulation program.
【Dimensional Journey (Entry Requirements: 10-50)】
【Path of the Sage (1/2 times this week)】
[Battle of Laws (1/2 this week)]
Latis stared at the panel he had seen countless times for a long time, a complex mix of emotions swirling in his mind, and murmured softly:
"Can you tell me why Arte can perceive the simulated experience? Could it be that the simulated events are real?"
The analog panel remained motionless as always. Latis remained silent, as if it had never responded to his voice before. Its current lack of movement was exactly what he expected.
“Simulator,” he called again.
The simulation panel refreshed instantly at his command.
【Dear Mr. Latis, welcome back to the Magic University Simulator!】...
……
Latis carefully examined the text on the panel, trying to find something that might be a special reply, such as Morse code, but ultimately found nothing. So he called out again:
“Simulator.”
Still worried that your small starships can't stop the rising ocean fleet? A new shuttle bus route is now open! Inquire now...
“Simulator.”
Latis spoke, refreshing the simulation panel once again.
【Dear Mr. Latis, welcome back to the Magic University Simulator!】
The giant black cat gang that roamed between dimensions has wiped out the third wave of "Bull Demon Bully" who came to besiege them. How will this battle end? Stay tuned to the "Endless Dimension Travel Agency - Starry Sea Legends" channel...
"..." Latis took a deep breath, quickly checked the simulation panel and found nothing noteworthy, then refreshed the panel again.
“Simulator.”
The long-dormant "Layered Sterilization Kit" has released a new version, the "Projection Sterilization Kit," designed for higher-dimensional organisms...
……
“Simulator.”
A slowly orbiting comet is about to sweep past the headquarters of the "Endless Dimensions Travel Agency," and three adventure packages are now available at the agency...
……
……
“Simulator.”
[Atlantic time: 2:30 AM, Friday]
After observing for nearly an hour, Latis couldn't help but feel a little tired. Although as a level four warrior, his body could be full of energy for a long time, repeatedly imprinting the simulation panel in his mind and comparing it again and again still greatly depleted his energy.
"Let's leave it at that for now..."
He sighed. Since he had to set off on a mission the next day, he needed to rest and recuperate. However, he had already figured out his next plan.
"Until we determine why Ate was able to perceive the simulated experience, let's use the simulation function cautiously. If Ate can perceive it, perhaps it's the mysterious queen who can sense the 'flow of time and space'..."
Latis felt a slight chill run down her spine. If the mysterious woman, who was suspected to be Queen Whiteley, could receive fragments of the simulated experiences, then the more simulations she underwent, the more dangerous her real self might become.
"In short, when I have time, I'll repeatedly test the various hidden functions of the simulator, such as whether my simulated self can terminate the simulation by committing suicide. This should allow me to control myself after completing the simulation of my current needs and avoid any perceived risks..."
After confirming that he hadn't forgotten anything important, Latis finally breathed a sigh of relief and lay down on the bed.
"Emulator, oh emulator..."
He put his hands behind his head, looked at the panel that appeared in front of him, and couldn't help but mutter:
"You've helped me so much, what exactly do you want me to do for you? Unfortunately, I've sensed a danger in the simulation, and I need to excuse myself for a few days. If you truly have a spirit, please answer me as soon as possible..."
Latis closed his eyes, but the simulation panel still hovered before him. He smiled wryly, inwardly cursing the wretched simulator that had repeatedly crammed cringe-worthy simulation text into his eyes, then shook his head and said:
Goodnight, simulator.
……
……
[Atlantic time: 2:35 AM, Friday]
Good evening, Mr. Latis!
Artemis Herold was able to perceive the simulated experience because she possessed an extremely high affinity for magical elements. Magical elements are the essence of the entire world, and this affinity, rooted in the soul, allows one to have a subtle, almost imperceptible, sense of the world's hidden changes. This sensitivity stems solely from innate magical affinity; the stronger her magic in the simulation, the more likely she is to perceive it in reality.
Yes, all events in this simulator are real. Just like the name of this simulator, "Magic Masterclass," although they are all simulated exercises, your learning of magic will not be diminished just because they are simulations. On the contrary, the experience of the simulation must be reflected in real gains, which is the meaning of "Magic Masterclass."
This is the true essence of this simulator... this is the meaning of "my" existence.
……
……
"Simulator!"
Latis suddenly opened his eyes and sprang up from the bed. He was panting heavily, wiped his sweat haphazardly, and quickly opened the simulation panel to take a look.
For some reason, the simulated panel, which had become a locked interface, displayed a 24-hour countdown. Below the locked interface was simulated text he had never seen before.
"A Grand Magical Study?"
After reading the short text word by word, Latis was unsure whether to laugh or grieve. He rubbed his temples, his feelings a jumbled mess, and finally couldn't help but mutter a complaint:
"Now I really am carrying around 'Five Years of College Entrance Examination, Three Years of Simulation' with me... Damn, what's with this message that carries a hint of earnest expectation?! Okay, okay, I'll study hard..."
He shook his head, and for some reason, his mood gradually lightened. He glanced at the countdown that was constantly ticking, stroked his chin, and suddenly grinned.
"You can only reply once every 24 hours? Anyway, it makes me really happy to see that you're trustworthy, simulator!"
Latis stared silently at the countdown on the simulation panel for a while, then couldn't help but sigh with a mixture of doubt and amusement:
"The 'Grand Magic Academy'—what exactly is the purpose of learning magic?!"
Chapter 203 Departure! Embarking on a simulated yet entirely new journey.
Good morning, Londia!
The morning sunlight filtered through the tall trees of Herod Mage's estate, dappling the narrow paths between the bushes and the rolling hills.
A colorful bird that had grown naturally in the mage's territory swooped down from a branch and glided past an unknown caterpillar peeking out from the bushes. The caterpillar shook its head on the path and was about to swallow the caterpillar when footsteps sounded behind it. The bird instantly flew up with the caterpillar in its beak and landed on a branch to observe it curiously.
"Who would have thought that my seemingly spontaneous trip, where I set off without any luggage, was actually already packed with bags and packages throughout the interdimensional space..."
Latis reached out his hand, felt the sunlight filtering through the trees, and murmured:
"The sunlight has become much gentler; autumn and winter are indeed fast approaching in Norard."
He turned around, looked at the relatives and friends who had come to see him off, stroked his chin, and began the Khan's grand military review.
"Ate, you're going out these next few days. Remember to prepare everything you need before you leave, and don't forget anything, okay? Hehe, I know you won't, I just want to see you puff up in anger."
Latis hooked his arm around the half-elf's shoulder, chuckled, and bent down to the reluctant-looking robin, saying:
"Little bird, study hard! Although your project is still in its early stages, I believe it will make progress soon!"
He ruffled the robin's hair and whispered in her ear:
"Don't let that old geezer Fisherman exploit you. Nine to five, not a minute more than necessary at school. Oh, and if you have time, help me find the recipes for the magic network node components..."
Seeing the robin nod in a daze, Latis straightened up with satisfaction, looked at Yashutia beside him, and suddenly frowned.