Aerthys

Chapter 16: Aria ? The one behind my visions



"Today, your training evolves," Zephyr announced, a hint of excitement in his voice. "Sword training and martial arts will be added to your regimen."

Mole's eyes sparkled with anticipation as he stretched, his muscles flexing. "I'm ready, sensei."

Zephyr's gaze intensified. "Before we begin, you must learn to control the flow of energy within you."

Mole's curiosity piqued, he asked, "How do I do that?"

"Simple," Zephyr replied. "Form a fist."

Mole clenched his hand, fist tight, as if ready to strike.

"Now, focus your strength on that fist," Zephyr instructed.

Mole concentrated, pouring all his might into his clenched hand.

"What now?" Mole asked, his face set in determination.

Zephyr smiled. "That's all."

Mole's confusion was evident. "What do you mean that's all?"

Zephyr clarified, "When you focused your strength on your fist, you unknowingly used energy to do so."

Mole's eyes widened. "So, does that mean I know how to control my energy?"

Zephyr chuckled. "A little, yes, but not quite. We're discussing controlling the flow of energy, not just channeling it."

Mole's expression turned puzzled. "Huh?"

Zephyr elaborated, "You see, Mole, controlling energy is like navigating a river. You must learn to direct its flow, not just dam it up."

Mole nodded, eager to understand. "Teach me, sensei."

Zephyr's eyes gleamed with approval. "Let's begin"

Zephyr picked up a stick from the ground and handed it to Mole. "Catch this."

Mole jumped to catch the stick, then looked at Zephyr curiously. "What am I supposed to do with this stick?"

Zephyr's eyes gleamed with intensity. "Meditate daily, and draw out every ounce of energy from that stick into yourself."

Mole's confusion deepened. "How?"

Zephyr grabbed another stick, closed his eyes, and focused. Slowly, the stick began to wither, its vitality draining away.

"This is how," Zephyr opened his eyes, his gaze piercing. "If you can focus your energy on taking, you can steal energy from the stick. This is the first step toward achieving the strength to rival the Elemental, just like your dad."

Mole's ears perked up at the mention of his father.

"But the difference is," Zephyr continued, "your dad taught himself. You, on the other hand, have me to guide you."

Determined, Mole sat down, crossed his legs, and began to focus.

"I can do this. I have to do this. For dad, for myself... I won't disappoint Zephyr."

Mole's eyes closed, his breathing slowed, and his mind centered on the stick. He sensed the energy within, a gentle hum.

"Take," Mole whispered, his thoughts reaching out.

The stick's energy trembled, responding to Mole's call.

Meanwhile, in a distant realm, Aria, a skilled warrior and member of the ancient order of the Luminari, stood atop a windswept cliff, her gaze fixed on a glowing crystal orb. The orb revealed visions of Mole's training, and Aria's eyes narrowed.

"Train well, son of Thorn," she whispered, her voice laced with urgency. "I shall continue sending you those visions. Fear what is coming; I have seen it all."

With that, Aria's eyes flashed with a mix of concern and determination, and she vanished into the shadows, leaving behind only the faintest hint of her presence.

The crystal orb, now dark, seemed to pulsate with an otherworldly energy, as if it held secrets and visions yet to be revealed.

Mole's eyes remained closed, his focus solely on the stick. He sensed the energy within, a gentle hum.

"Take," Mole whispered, his thoughts reaching out.

The stick's energy trembled, responding to Mole's call.

Zephyr watched, nodding in approval. "Good. Now, sustain it."

Mole's breathing slowed, his mind locked onto the energy flow.

Hours passed, the sun dipping below the horizon.

"Release," Zephyr instructed.

Mole's eyes opened, and the stick's energy returned to its natural state.

Zephyr smiled. "Progress, Mole. Tomorrow, we'll push further."

Mole rose, stretching his weary muscles.

"Zephyr, what's the purpose of drawing energy from the stick?"

Zephyr's gaze turned serious. "To understand your true potential."

The sun begin to decend and Zephyr decided to end the training for that day .Mole and Zephyr had on home.


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