Chapter 35 - Visiting Blackwood

*POV: Autumn (MC)*

Alright, it’s time for the final visit—Autumn Blackwood, the witch. Even though it feels like ages have passed, it’s only been a brief moment. Once I check in with her, I’ll have to figure out my next move. I’ve got a plan in mind, but it’ll likely have to wait until I get some more rest. For some reason, I’m feeling unusually tired. Maybe it’s because I’ve visited a grand total of three people. Or maybe it’s something else entirely. Either way, let’s go see how Autumn’s doing. If she’s still around and well, that is.

*POV: Autumn Blackwood (Not MC)*

I’m sitting in the Forest of Life, taking in the magical energy around me. I hear a rustling sound coming from a nearby bush.

*“Incredibly Super Weak Magic Sense!”*

With that, I spread my Mana out, integrating it with the surroundings. My Magic Sense gives me a detailed mental map of everything within a thousand-mile radius. It’s the weakest form of Magic Sense I can use, but it’s enough for now.

At present, I’m a 19-Star magic-user. If I used my full power, my Magic Sense could cover billions of miles. It may sound excessive, but it’s still not enough to cover the entire galaxy, let alone the universe. But it’s effective for sensing and fighting, though I’ve mostly stopped engaging in combat since focusing on my training.

My strongest known apprentice, Elexar Brimstone, is a 14-Star magic-user. Most people aren’t aware of my existence as an "ancient" generation magic-user. We’ve become more legend than reality.

The Ancient generation refers to the original wizards and witches, the founders of modern magic. Although we’re considered myths now, we still exist. We’ve simply distanced ourselves from direct interaction with the magical world. Instead, we guide from behind the scenes through our apprentices.

When needed, we may temporarily take control of our apprentices to resolve issues before retreating back into training. It’s similar to how gods might possess oracles or priests during divine interventions.

But let’s get back to the present.

*“Hmm...just a bunny.”*

The rustling was just a rabbit. For a moment, I thought someone might have snuck up on me. With my Magic Sense, that would be quite improbable.

*“Hi Autumn!”*

The greeting comes from behind me.