Chapter 67: Fighting Kaecilius

"Gilderoy Lockhart, the contract was signed successfully. According to the contract, the first power is about to be instilled to help lay the foundation. Please be prepared."

Lockhart, who had just signed the contract, smiled at the information that emerged in his mind. Suddenly, he felt a surge of extremely high-quality energy gushing through his body. This force, though majestic and imposing, was unusually gentle. Under its guidance, it quickly merged with the magic power within him, transforming it.

The whole process left Lockhart speechless. He had heard Morin mention that sorcerers who had just signed the contract would receive their first infusion of power directly from Vishanti. This high-quality energy was specifically designed to help sorcerers complete their initial foundation laying. Now, experiencing it firsthand, he felt the transformation of his magic power.

After a while, the pure energy in his body suddenly disappeared. Lockhart felt a pang of melancholy. The magical transformation was extremely wonderful, as if he could feel himself becoming stronger step by step. It was a pity the experience was so brief.

"Lockhart, the ceremony is over. How do you feel now?" The Ancient One's voice brought Lockhart back to his senses.

"Sorcerer Supreme, I feel great," Lockhart replied quickly.

The Ancient One nodded slightly. "Since you feel well, let's start learning the magic of Kamar-Taj."

Before Lockhart could react, she waved her hand lightly. Instantly, the space shifted, and Lockhart found himself in front of Kaecilius at the New York Sanctuary. He couldn't help but be impressed by the Ancient One's power.

"Lockhart, are you finished?" Kaecilius asked in surprise.

"Of course, with the help of the Sorcerer Supreme, I have now signed the contract and can use Vishanti's power to practice," Lockhart replied with a smile. Unfortunately, due to the new contract's limitations, relying on Vishanti's power for extended combat wouldn't be feasible. But he wasn't too worried. His magic power had undergone two transformations—first by the power of Thor and now by the power of Vishanti. Whether in quantity or quality, it was more than sufficient for him.

"Kaecilius, is there a place to practice in the New York Sanctuary? I want to feel the effect of my transformation," Lockhart asked.

Kaecilius nodded and led him to a training room on the left side of the Sanctuary. Upon entering, Lockhart noticed the room was much larger than expected, likely enchanted with space extension.

"Lockhart, let's have a fight and see how your magical power has changed after the transformation," Kaecilius suggested.

Lockhart pondered for a moment, then nodded. He also wanted to know how much the transformed magic power would enhance his combat abilities. He reached out and took out his wand. For ordinary spellcasting, he would use the Sling Ring to become proficient in new spellcasting methods, but in combat, he relied on his wand to ensure smooth casting and peak performance.

Kaecilius took out a short stick weapon from his waist, infused it with energy, and assumed a fighting stance. Lockhart couldn't help but feel a bit apprehensive. He was a long-range wizard facing a close-combat sorcerer. Stepping back a few paces, he held his wand and looked at Kaecilius seriously.

"Kaecilius, you can start."

The moment Lockhart finished speaking, Kaecilius charged at him with his magic weapon. Lockhart quickly waved his wand and cast three spells in rapid succession: "Incarcerous! Expulso! Expelliarmus!"

The magical rope from the confinement spell was interrupted by Kaecilius's weapon, but it caused him to hesitate. He was then hit by the Expulso spell, which weakened him, and before he could react, the Expelliarmus spell disarmed him, sending his weapon flying.

Lockhart showed no joy at his quick victory. Instead, he sighed. The victory was too easy. The transformed magic power, coupled with the Marvel world's enhancement to spells, made them more powerful than in the Harry Potter world. Moreover, Kaecilius's unfamiliarity with Harry Potter magic left him vulnerable.

Kaecilius, looking a bit dejected, picked up his weapon. Lockhart smiled and comforted him, "Let's have another round. The victory here was entirely due to your lack of understanding of my world's magic. In the next round, I think I will lose 80% of the time."

Kaecilius said nothing but raised his weapon, his expression much more cautious.

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