RioRaRyu
patreon
Chapter 385: The Time Stone
🕑 Added 2025-09-20 08:10:07 +0000 UTCNoah had long been prepared to hand over the "Domain" magic to the Ancient One, and the Ancient One's irresistible interest in this magic was also within Noah's expectations. The effects shown by this magic were completely foreseeable; Noah even thought that the Domain should be a necessary path for a mage's normal advancement!
Because with this magic, it could greatly reduce the destruction caused by powerful individuals in the universe. Mages are definitely among the powerful beings, especially once they mature; before becoming gods, their deterrent and destructive power are absolutely unimaginable!
However, the physical fitness of mages is also quite worrying, unless they are like the Asgardians or other races with strong physical qualities. Otherwise, mages would surely suffer when facing divine transformation. Not only physical suffering, but the suffering of the soul would also not be low, which is why the Ancient One and others exist as equivalents of "dual cultivation of magic and martial arts."
But now it's different; the emergence of Noah's Domain magic can completely be said to have changed the mage's predicament! To achieve final sublimation within one's own domain, without detaching from the universe and while maintaining resonance with it such a thing would have been unthinkable, let alone attempted, in the past!
"This magic is truly not simple." The Ancient One, upon encountering this magic, couldn't help but exclaim. This magic was indeed not simple at all, and its difficulty probably surpassed ordinary people's imagination!
The Ancient One didn't fully understand this magic; even though Noah explained all his thoughts and understandings, this magic couldn't be understood by simply listening. Even if the Ancient One carefully sensed Noah's domain, she could only grasp the general idea of Noah's domain.
However, the Ancient One understood that Noah's domain was based on four "castrated" elemental powers, which were then brought into a balance between interdependence and repulsion. It could be said that Noah's "Domain" was incomplete, which is why Noah needed Isu magic to complete it.
After understanding these things, the Ancient One clearly became more dedicated when stripping Juno's soul core; this matter obviously benefited her as well.
Furthermore, the Ancient One also realized something: the reason why the future visions she unexpectedly discovered not long ago had become chaotic was indeed because of her disciple, Noah. Thus, one diligently taught and one diligently learned, and it took these two figures, one a top-tier and the other a leading expert in the magical world, a full three months to complete the task.
During these three months, Noah was simultaneously taught by the Ancient One and began to learn and organize the new knowledge he gained from Juno.
It must be said that the Ancient One's method of stripping souls was truly formidable. The soul core of a dignified Tier Nine powerhouse was no different from a toy in her hands; it was directly reduced to mere memories, with consciousness completely absent. This situation was perfect for Noah, as he wouldn't have to worry about his consciousness being invaded though Noah didn't really worry about such a thing happening, it's always better to be careful. As for too much information in the memories?
That was no problem at all. The system could not only help Noah deal with Juno's consciousness but also help Noah properly categorize the knowledge within Juno's memories, allowing Noah to read and learn these insights thoroughly, just like in a library. In three months, Noah gained a lot, which made him very satisfied. And in these three months, the Ancient One also gained a great deal.
By daily experiencing Noah's domain and receiving Noah's teachings, the Ancient One finally, like Noah, grasped a very stable but also incomplete domain, which made the Ancient One very happy!
The Ancient One could clearly feel that if this magical domain were to be completed with the missing elemental characteristics, it could serve as her own independent universe to complete the divine transformation!
Although there were drawbacks, such as using this domain would prevent the Ancient One from using spatial powers, the Ancient One wasn't worried, because she already knew what to do.
The Ancient One already possessed spatial power, and she also held the Time Stone, so this truly wasn't too difficult for her. What the Ancient One needed to do now was to first fully integrate these four elements and complete what they should possess. At the same time, she also needed to incorporate the powers of space and time to form a unique domain that could unleash all of her abilities!
"Noah, thank you very much for your help." After the Ancient One grasped the rudimentary form of the domain, she couldn't help but say to Noah with some excitement.
"No need, Master." Noah didn't think too much; his actions had a very clear purpose: "And speaking of help, Master, you have helped me more." Noah's achievements today truly couldn't have happened without the Ancient One's help. Although it's possible Noah might have reached this point even without her assistance, things like spatial magic and influence in the entire magical world wouldn't even be fathomable. Being a lone wolf has its advantages, but Noah doesn't like being one.
"By the way, Noah, have you finished the book I asked you to read?" Suddenly, the Ancient One's expression became much more serious.
"Of course I finished it." Noah also became more serious: "I truly never imagined that time could be controlled. It's an unimaginable existence."
"Very good." The Ancient One nodded: "Then now, I entrust the Eye of Agamotto to you. You must promise to learn to use it well and protect it with your life. Can you do that?" Even though Noah was mentally prepared, his heart still skipped a beat when he heard the Ancient One's words! The Eye of Agamotto, it's the Time Stone!
Something Noah had always wanted, and now it was just given to him? To be honest, Noah still felt a bit incredible. The way to obtain this was so much simpler than Noah getting the Tesseract; and in terms of time spent, it was about the same both were acquired this
year.
At this, Noah himself couldn't help but feel a little conceited, but Noah's ability to regain focus was still very fast. He nodded seriously, saying with a solemn expression: "Don't worry, Master. Through the book you gave me, I already know what the Eye of Agamotto represents. I swear I will protect it with my life and absolutely will not let it fall into anyone else's hands!"
"Very good." The Ancient One nodded with relief, silently took off the gem from her neck, and placed it in front of Noah: "Then it will be yours from now on."
"Master..." Although Noah was a little hesitant, he didn't appear overly sentimental. He still honestly took the Eye of Agamotto.
"No need for too much psychological pressure, Noah." The Ancient One smiled easily: "You are not yet the Sorcerer Supreme, and your strength is not yet qualified, so don't think too much. But now you must also have a realization, which is to improve yourself well, understood?"
"I always am." Noah nodded seriously. Noah had indeed always been improving himself. Although his specific power didn't seem to grow significantly, Noah's combat power was genuinely not low. Moreover, Noah's progress speed was truly not slow, after all, Noah was still young, very young.
"Alright, you should go back, Noah." After receiving
Noah's assurance, the Ancient One directly bid him farewell: "You've been here for three months now, I think the people at your Sanctum must be getting anxious. And don't forget, you still have a banished prince there."
Noah nodded. Indeed, he had been out long enough; he wondered how his home base was doing. Wongand Dennis were probably fine, Ms.Haifin and Lily would likely be quite worried about him, as women are generally more thoughtful than men. As for Loki, Noah wasn't worried about him causing any trouble, especially with Wongkeeping an eye on him, and Wongcertainly didn't trust Loki much.
"Alright, Master, I'll head back then." Noah quietly stood up, suppressing the urge to stretch and celebrate, and spoke seriously to the Ancient One. Turning around, Noah slowly left the room. To be honest, Noah had been bored in Kamar-Taj for quite some time.
If it weren't for having to teach the "Domain" magic to his master, Noah probably wouldn't have been able to stand it. But thinking about the gains from these three months in Kamar-Taj, Noah felt it was all quite worth it. Whether it was the Isu's knowledge and magic, or the Time Stone now hanging around Noah's neck, they could all be considered huge gains, and these things held very important significance for Noah!
"I've gained the power of time. Next, I need to extract these powers for the system to thoroughly research and integrate, and I also need to learn and use these powers well." Noah planned out his next steps. He hadn't properly researched the Space Stone before because he hadn't obtained the Time Stone and thus lacked the power of time. Noah's most powerful magic in his normal state was "Domain." Of course, spatial magic wasn't bad either, but in terms of power, it might not truly compare to the Domain.
Moreover, the Domain's plasticity and future potential were very high, so Noah naturally knew how to choose. Shaking his head, Noah walked towards the Sanctum, and as he entered, he happened to see someone walking out.
"Victor?" Noah was a little surprised: "You're back?"
"Yes, Noah." Victor was also full of surprise: "It's normal for me to return after being out for so long. But why are you here? Did you come back to see the Sorcerer Supreme?"
Noah nodded simply: "Sort of. It's good that you're back; then I'll trouble you with the matter I asked you about before."
"Of course, don't worry." Victor's expression immediately became more serious.
"Good, thank you. By the way, where's Tony?"
"Him? He seems to have gone to shoot a movie."
"..."
________________________________________
