The Path to Rune Magic 2

I was in my room

I felt confused and lost , unsure of what to do or where to go from here . I had been training Rune Magic every day and the voice that guided me was the same one I'd heard during my fight with Roger, But now it felt different.

It lacked the warmth the tenderness that had been there before, It was like a hollow echoa distant whisper that barely registered as anything more than a sound .

It was just there, without emotion, without the same maternal feeling that had once comforted me And that realization made my heart feel even heavier.

I sat there in the dim light staring at the walls of my room and wondered, why I was feeling so disconnected ,My behavior was different since I reincarnated into this body .

It was as if, I had no other emotions besides rage and frustration .

No matter how hard I tried I couldn't remember the last time I smiled In this life as Austin happiness seemed like a distant memory something that only belongs in past.

I used to be a different person I was before reincarnated here I was Alex from Earth but now it feels like Alex had disappeared leaving behind only this empty shell.

But one thing remained clear in my mind ,if I wanted to find answers I needed strength.

The more I searched for a path the more I realized that strength was the only thing that mattered It was the only thing that could help me uncover the truth about myself about this world and about the voice that kept speaking to me .

There were no shortcuts no easy answers I had to earn them one step at a time.

When I first managed to master the Ignite rune, I thought that talking to Teacher Shela would be the next logical step.

Maybe she would guide me , maybe she would have the answers I sought , But deep down I knew that it wouldn't be enough.

I couldn't rely on anyone else I could only rely on myself I had to become stronger not because someone told me to but because that was the only way I could move forward.

I stood up looking down at the Rune Magic book I had placed on my desk .

There were two more runes I needed to learn Defense Barrier and Strengthen .

They were the key to my progress the tools that would help me unlock my potential.

The Defense Barrier was a spell that' would allow me to create a protective shield in front of me a safeguard against attacks.

The Strength rune on the other hand, was meant to enhance my mana to amplify the power of any spell I cast.

They were the next steps on this path and I couldn't afford to waste any more time.

I took a deep breath steadying myself ,

My mind began to clear the doubts and confusion fading away as, I focused on the task at hand.

The Defense Barrier would be my first challenge If I could master it I would be one step closer to understanding the true nature of Rune Magic , I picked up the book flipping through the pages until I found the section on the Defense rune .

My eyes scanned the words memorizing the instructions the intricacies of the design the way the mana had to flow.

I reached out feeling the familiar warmth of my mana as it gathered in my hands, as I raised my fingers and began tracing the rune's shape in the air, my movements slow and deliberate The lines of light shimmered faintly forming the pattern that would create the barrier .

My heart pounded as I continued feeling the energy ripple around me the way it twisted and shifted with every stroke..

But as i tried to complete the rune the lines flickered trembling as if they were on the verge of collapsing i gritted my teeth pushing harder trying to force the mana into place.

It was no use ,The rune shattered the light dissolving into nothingnessI cursed under my breath feeling the frustration build up inside me It was so close yet just out of reach.

I closed my eyes taking a moment to regain my composure , The voice's words echoed in my mind telling me to be patient to let the mana flow naturally But patience wasn't something I had in abundance I wanted results, and I wanted them now I couldn't afford to wait Every second that passed was a second wasted.

I tried again drawing the rune more carefully this time I focused on my breathing, letting my mana flow with each exhale The lines appeared once more stronger and more stable than before Slowly they began to connect forming the complete shape of the Defense Barrier runeI felt a surge of excitement a flicker of hope that maybe this time it would work.

But as I channeled more mana into the rune, I felt it slipping away. The lines wavered, growing dim and before I could react they crumbled once more The rune faded into the air leaving nothing behind but a faint shimmer I let out a frustrated growl slamming my fist against the table.

Why wasn't this working Why couldn't I do it I had the knowledge I had the talent So why did I keep failing Was it because I was trying too hard Was I forcing the mana instead of letting it flow The questions swirled in my mind gnawing at me like an itch I couldn't scratch

I took a step back leaning against the wall, and closed my eyes I tried to empty my mind to let go of the anger the frustration the sense of inadequacy I focused on my breathing letting the air fill my lungs feeling the rise and fall of my chest Slowly I reached out with my mana allowing it to flow through my body to settle into my core.

And then i tried once more I drew the rune with a steady hand each stroke precise and deliberate i didn't force the mana this time ilet it move on its own following the lines fillling the shape As I reached the final stroke I felt something click something fall into place The air shimmered and the rune glowed with a soft radiant light.

A translucent barrier appeared before me, its surface smooth and unyielding It wasn't large barely big enough to cover my chest, but it was there I could feel the mana flowing through it pulsing with energy I reached out, touching the surface and felt a sense of pride wash over me I had done it I had created the Defense Barrier.

It wasn't perfect it wasn't strong But it was real and that was all that mattered For the first time since I reincarnated into this world I felt a spark of something I hadn't felt in a long time. It wasn't happiness not quit a But it was close.

And it gave me hope that maybe just maybe, I could find my way in this world after all.

Yes now it's time to use strength rune and pratice all 3rune character.

While I draw Defense I also looked through book and begin drawing another rune character.

It was to strengthen my defense rune

I start focusing on drawing characters and used energy present in nature . Mana flow begin with my fingure and they start gathering in one place and I try to merge it with my Defense Rune character I start thinking how teacher Shela merge rune character ignite with low level spell Flame blast and she strengthen it to that level I aslo try to did it same and a powerfull flow of mana begins to gather on tip of my fingure, I Begin to write rune and the transparent shield in front of me start to begin more thick and light begin to glow more and then it stabilize with a light glow.

It look more like a thick transparent shield 🛡️

Made up of pure mana if was a mage, I could have used to create a defense magic and then merge it with strength and defense rune to increase its potential , And if I would have used , Element that specialises in defense Like Earth and Ice magic . Strength of my rune spell must have multiplied 3- to 4 times.

But right now I am not mage and I know something that No one knows. that was going to be revealed in future.many people belive that rune magic only works with attribute martial arts or Element magic but they don't know that normal Ki Energy (mana from mana core) could also be used and strengthen using rune magic.

And now I am going to use that same method

To increase that attack and defense I will use Ki energy (mana from mana core not nature) to strengthen my power more.

Teacher Shela I know you care for me so as your student I will prove my self that I am really your student.

Thank you 😊 🙏 🙏

I'm sorry everyone. I used to always rely on AI to edit or rephrase my chapters but after talking to some senior authors (Oni and Andrew) they told me that I should use my own lines and emotions for my writing. I accept my mistake, and from now on, I won't do this anymore.

Thank you and I'm sorry once again.