Hop nodded.
He was naturally eager to siphon magic quickly from the Magic Academy's students.
Although the 'Magnetic Field Power' system is far superior to 'magic', for Hop, who currently has only 50,000 strength, the gap between the two isn't that large.
In terms of destructive power and physical attributes, 'Magnetic Field Power' is unquestionably stronger than magic, but in many functional aspects, magic is more useful than the current state of magnetic power.
For example, magnetic power must be trained to 100,000 strength before the flight ability unlocks, and the newly unlocked flight consumes a lot of energy, which gradually diminishes as the strength increases, eventually reaching zero consumption.
But Hop cracked and obtained the Habi's 'Wing' magic on the seventh day after arriving in this world—both stylish and handy.
The annihilation-type magic that devours same‑type magical energy to restore oneself is extremely effective for rapid combat recovery before unlocking the magnetic technique 'Cellular Reorganization'.
The unreasonable 'augmentation' spells, the card‑space of 'card' magic, the specialized magic space of 'costume' magic that stores corresponding items, the 'reception' magic that absorbs soul power, the memory‑altering 'memory' magic... and even time‑type magic. In the magnetic world, the emergence of time‑control abilities already marks the ultra‑late, god‑level chaotic battle era, and only a handful of ultimate masters have awakened time power.
However, Hop already possesses a 'Temporal Arc' that can be used on non‑living things, and perhaps he'll acquire more time‑based magic in the future.
In short, even at the invincible tier of one million strength, certain magical functionalities still retain their usefulness.
'Senior Haiberrien, we can fight whenever you want; just give us the orders.'
Hop paused, then said, 'I heard your academy is researching the 'Second Magic Source' inside magicians. I wonder if the 'Second Magic Source' actually exists?'
Upon hearing Hop's words, Haiberrien and Glaston's expressions showed surprise; they didn't expect that a member of the notorious 'Fairy Tail'—known for causing trouble—would voluntarily ask about magical research.
Hop looked at their faces and internally scoffed at his stereotype; the guild isn't lacking cultured members.
Reby loves reading; despite her young age, she knows a lot.
Wolian is researching how to use his 'Thought‑Speech' magic together with magical crystals to mass‑produce, at low cost, a remote communication device similar to a tiny pager.
Lucy also counts, given she comes from a wealthy conglomerate and is an avid reader.
And… uh… Lidal, who studies painting techniques?
Sigh—thinking that the cultured members in the guild can be counted on one hand... Haiberrien, unaware of Hop's thoughts, said frankly, 'This topic was proposed based on Elder Glaston's speculation during his cultivation; I haven't delved into the details yet because of other duties.'
Hop and Erusha looked at the guiding elder who led them into Mildean Magic Academy, their eyes full of curiosity.
Sensing their thirst for knowledge, Glaston didn't hide anything and said, 'A year ago I sensed my magical peak was waning, so I made one final attempt to break my own magic limit and began a study of magical extremes.'
'Until recently, during a magical‑limit test, I suddenly discovered my total internal magic had shifted; the ceiling was a little higher than usual.'
'Although the increase was minuscule, it made me realize that I—or rather most magicians who think they've hit their ceiling—might still have room to grow.'
Hop mused, 'Elder Glaston, may I understand it as most magicians believe they've reached their magical limit, yet they haven't fully exploited their existing magic, so there's still room for improvement.'
Glaston nodded approvingly, 'Exactly. After deep research I formed a bold hypothesis: within a magician's body there should be hidden magical energy yet to be uncovered.'
'I've named it the "Second Magic Source".'
Glaston's words instantly sparked interest in Haiberrien, who had previously been indifferent to the topic.
He is the second‑ranked Great Magician of the Holy Ten and considers himself experienced in magical cultivation.
It has long been the consensus in the magical world that an individual's magic limit is predetermined at birth.
The human magical source is like a fixed container; once its stored magic is depleted, the magician can only automatically draw magical particles from the atmosphere to replenish it.
But what if there's more than one 'magic container' within the body?
If Glaston's project ultimately proves the existence of the 'Second Magic Source' and successfully develops it, it would be a monumental study worthy of the annals of magical history.
However, turning this 'Second Magic Source' into a usable state is another thorny problem.
Glaston stroked his beard, 'Actually I already have a clue: the key to unlocking the Second Magic Source lies in pressure. Only when magic is squeezed to its limit does a sliver of breakthrough become possible.'
Putting one's own magic under extreme high‑pressure… Hop frowned slightly; this method isn't very safe—one slip could burst it like an over‑inflated water balloon, causing continual magic loss, and in severe cases, magic deficiency.
Erusha also fell into thought.
She once, during a monster‑hunting mission, was ambushed by a formidable dark magician.
At that moment, having exhausted her magic to defeat the beast, the immense pressure of the life‑or‑death situation triggered a sudden surge of magic within her, allowing her to strike back with a single slash and kill the ambusher.
Back then Erusha didn't understand anything and felt nothing was wrong, but now she realizes that was the hidden, undeveloped magic inside her.
She'd actually already activated the 'Second Magic Source'.
I'm awesome!
Erusha glanced at Hop, a hint of smugness in her eyes, wondering if saying this now would be too discouraging for him.
At that moment Glaston spoke again: 'Actually I have another idea. Though I lack solid evidence, I think this method greatly raises the odds of unlocking the Second Magic Source and is safe enough.'
Hop's eyes lit up, 'What method?'
Glaston pointed to the clock on the office wall and said, 'By using a time‑forward type of magic on one's own magic across the flesh, we can make the magic continuously grow and accumulate, eventually forcing a breakthrough of the magic limit.'
'If the body can't sustain the breakthrough, the excess magic can be vented directly, and because time magic is controllable, this method remains safe.'
'The downside is that the breakthrough process is extremely painful.'
'Time magic is already rare, and time spells that meet the conditions for unlocking the Second Magic Source are even harder to find. Moreover, our academy has not a single mentor or student who masters time magic…'
Seeing the white‑bearded elder sigh, Hop was so excited he nearly jumped up. The Mildean Magic Academy may lack it, but he has it!
'The Temporal Arc perfectly fits the criteria!'
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