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Chapter 927: Another Test
Chapter 927: Another Test
Chapter 927: Another Test
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Armin was stunned after realizing the person in front of them. He quickly followed suit, bowing as low as he could.
"I-It's an honor, Shadow Immortal!" He stammered. His voice was trembling as he didn't expect this at all.
Vale raised a hand, his tone calm and even. "Rise. Both of you. There's no need for formalities right now."
As they straightened, Vale took a step closer, his gaze now fixed on Armin, or be exact, the pocket watch underneath his clothes.
'There's really a reaction as I expected.'
On the other hand, the young student could feel the weight of that stare as though Vale was peering into his very soul.
"So," Vale said, his deep voice carrying a hint of curiosity, "this is the student responsible for the... unusual curse craft today."
Darion nodded, stepping to the side. "Yes, Immortal. Armin demonstrated what seem like a Skin Destruction Curse when he was supposed to cast a Skin Disease Curse. It was unintentional, but... remarkable."
Vale's lips curled into a faint smile. "Remarkable indeed."
Armin felt a mix of pride and nervousness under the Shadow Immortal's scrutiny. "I... I didn't mean to do it, sir. It just... happened."
"That," Vale said, "is precisely why I'm here."
Vale clasped his hands behind his back, he finally found the best opportunity to see more of the pocket watch's mystical abilities.
After all, in his hands, it was just a mysterious item that could use the power of time. After extracting its power of time, Vale confirmed that it was still a mystical item, but he could no longer extract it.
He didn't know what kind of power it was, but as he had expected, only the bloodline of that mysterious old man could truly unlock its potential.
Of course, Vale decided not to share too much about the pocketwatch as it might cause harm to the young student.
"Armin, what you did was no accident. You have a gift-an innate understanding of the dark energies that most practitioners spend years trying to grasp. Such talent is rare, even among the most promising students."
Armin blinked, his mind racing. "A gift? But... I don't understand what I did."
Vale chuckled softly... "And yet, you did it. Your instincts guided you to channel the curse in a way that targeted the frog's spirit, rather than its surface. That's not something that can be taught..."
Darion looked surprised but remained silent, waiting for Vale to elaborate.
"I've been watching the students of this academy closely," Vale continued. "When I noticed what happened here today, I knew I had to investigate a bit... And now that I have..." He paused, his eyes locking onto Armin's.
"I've made my decision. Armin, I plan to accept you as my disciple if you pass one of my tests... This will be done secretly, of course."
Armin's jaw dropped. "Your... disciple? Me?"
Vale nodded. "Yes. But this is only an opportunity, and it will not be an easy path. Even if you pass, you will still continue your regular studies, of course, but outside of that, you will undergo specialized training with me. You'll learn to harness your unique abilities to refine them. However, this must remain a secret for now. Even your classmates must not know."
Vale could've probably done this a lot earlier, but he wasn't too sure how the mysterious Temporal Timepiece would react once it was held by its true owner. This was why he decided to observe it first...
'If it's really related to the Void Arts Practitioners... Then...'
Armin, on the other hand, swallowed hard as his heart started pounding.
"Why me? I'm just... I'm just a first-year student."
Vale expected this much doubt, so he smiled and answered sincerely.
"You're more than that," Vale replied. "I see potential in you... If cultivated properly, I believe you could grow into something extraordinary. That's why I'm giving you a chance... The question is, are you willing to take this path?"
Armin hesitated for only a moment before nodding firmly. "Yes. I'll do whatever it takes."
Vale's faint smile returned. "Good. Then it's settled. I'll arrange for your test soon..."
Vale then turned to Darion, who had been watching the exchange with a mix of awe and intrigue. "Professor Vex, I trust you'll keep this matter to yourself."
"Of course, Immortal," Darion said, bowing again. "I will ensure that nothing of this leaves this room."
"Good," Vale said with a smile.
He looked back at Armin. "Remember, Armin, this is an opportunity, and many might be jealous if they learn it. So I have to emphasize that you must keep it a secret. For now, you must know that your abilities are a gift, but they can also be a curse if not handled properly. You'll have much to learn-and even more to unlearn. So it's better to be careful whenever you use Dark Arts..."
Armin nodded as he felt surreal at the moment. "I understand."
Vale then decided to leave since Armin still had other classes. He also planned to think more about the test that he'd give to him.
Shadows around Vale began to stir, signaling his departure. He then left Armin with one final piece of advice.
"Focus on your studies first, and I'll soon look for you."
With that, Vale dissolved into the shadows. His immense presence lingered in the room for a few moments before vanishing as well.
Hu~
Both the Professor and the young student heaved a sigh of relief for different reasons.
Darion looked at Armin. His expression had certainly become softer now.
"You've just been given an opportunity most practitioners can only dream of. Don't waste it." Armin nodded again. His mind was still processing everything that had just happened.
"I will do my best, Professor!"
As he left the classroom, he couldn't help but feel that his life had just taken a turn he never could have anticipated.
It seemed that the pocket watch that his ancestor or relative left for him was truly his lucky
charm!
'Right, I hope I can ask the Immortal to appraise this...'