Chapter 175: Beginning Training
Chapter 175: Beginning Training
“The Origin Mana Pool is essentially a concentration point of natural mana drawn from powerful underground leylines. Because the mana density is immensely high there, you’ll need to be careful. Don’t be overly ambitious—take your time absorbing and circulating the mana steadily. Going too quickly can overwhelm your channels, causing potentially severe injuries.”
Orion nodded solemnly, understanding the gravity of Viren’s words. “I understand. Are there any signs I should particularly look out for to prevent overexertion?”
Viren gave him an approving glance, clearly pleased by Orion’s careful inquiry. “You’ll initially feel an intense yet manageable pressure as your mana channels adjust. If you start experiencing sharp pain or unusual discomfort, immediately slow down or pause to stabilize your circulation. The key to benefiting greatly from the Origin Mana Pool is patience and control.”
Orion thoughtfully considered Viren’s advice, mentally repeating the warning to himself. “Understood. Patience and control. I’ll keep that in mind.”
Viren smiled approvingly, patting Orion’s shoulder in a gesture of encouragement. “Good. Also, the mana inside the pool has two unique properties—it’s highly beneficial for purifying and widening your mana channels. You may notice lasting improvements to your mana’s purity and flow efficiency afterward, which is invaluable at your current stage. And it can be used by warriors to refine their physique as well.”
Orion’s eyes flashed slightly at this revelation, clearly recognizing the significant advantage such effects would bring. “That sounds exactly like what I need right now. It seems even more beneficial than I anticipated.”
They soon reached a discreet stone building partially hidden beneath sprawling ivy and dense foliage. A pair of stern academy guards stood watch, immediately stepping aside respectfully upon seeing Viren.
“Welcome, Instructor Viren,” one guard greeted respectfully, eyes shifting curiously toward Orion. “And… Student Orion Helstorm, correct? Congratulations on your recent tower climb.”
“Thank you,” Orion replied calmly, nodding politely to the guards.