The Witcher: Grinding Experience Starting as a Wolf School Witcher

Chapter 25 [Healing Techniques]

"Come on, take a closer look."

Veris spread a piece of paper on the table and pressed it down in one corner with a magic crystal ball.

Alwin stood by the table and looked down.

There are six rows of combinations on the paper, and each combination has four patterns: circles, squares, stars, and flowers.

These four patterns are mixed up, and the quantity of each pattern is also different.

With the blessing of the [Dual Soul], Alwin only glanced at it and immediately realized that it was a logic puzzle.

Before Veris could ask a question, Alwin had already spoken.

"Starting from the seventh row, there are three stars, six circles, four flowers, and five squares."

A look of admiration flashed across Veris's eyes, and he quickly turned the paper over.

This time, there are five trees drawn on it, and the distance between each tree is not equal.

"Very good. Now look at this one. Can you tell where the sixth tree should be drawn?"

Alwin pondered for a moment, then pointed his finger between the third and fourth trees.

"here."

"It only took two seconds, that's amazing!"

"Alvin, how do you feel about these logic diagrams compared to before? In terms of thinking."

Upon hearing Veris's question, Alwin suddenly realized what was going on.

"These diagrams aren't particularly difficult, but in the past, I probably wouldn't have been able to find the answers so quickly; I would have needed to think about them for quite a while."

Veris clapped his hands. "This is the effect of increased mental strength. The stronger your mental strength, the faster your brain can process things. Reaching the required level of mental strength is also a prerequisite for casting magic."

"That's why magic is an ability that can only be mastered through diligent study and practice, and only those with talent can master it; the latter is more important than the former."

"What's surprising is that, Alwin, you belong to the latter group; the gates of magic have fully opened to you."

"One last question, what do you think magic is?"

Veris crossed her arms and looked at him expectantly.

"No rush, sit down first, think it over carefully, and then answer me seriously."

Alwin sat on a chair that had been prepared for him, and pondered for a long time with his head down.

"Ms. Veris, I think magic is a dangerous sign in the eyes of some people, just like what you told me about Lake Mokwa before, where a single barrel filled with alchemical potions could destroy the ecosystem."

"But if used properly, it can also be a stepping stone to the world's progress, like the magic crystal chandelier above our heads, which can emit light without fuel, and is also a product of magic."

"Hmm... It's like a double-edged sword. Whether it can be used correctly depends on the user."

Veris blinked. "You're absolutely right."

"Magic can be a curse or a blessing; it is chaos itself and the source of creation."

"It is an art form, and whether it is destroyed or not is up to us."

"Your mental strength has reached the threshold for casting magic, and more importantly, you have a clear understanding of magic."

"That's really rare."

"Come on, I'll teach you a basic spell today."

Veris spoke with an air of pride, clearly very satisfied with Alwin's answer.

Upon hearing this, Alwin's heart involuntarily raced.

magic!

The day has finally arrived.

Veris said, "Vesemir should have taught you the hand gestures related to the sign."

"Yes."

"Come on, learn from me."

Veris extended his right hand, his thumb against his palm, his index and middle fingers intertwined and twisted to touch his little finger.

Alwin tried to do it, but didn't quite get it right away.

Veris rose and approached, bringing with her the delicate scent of chamomile.

She bent down and gently pried open Alwin's fingers with both hands.

"Relax, don't be so stiff with your hands. If you're too stiff, you won't be popular with girls in the future."

Alwin avoided looking at Veris's body, trying not to misinterpret what he was saying.

With the latter's help, he quickly completed the correct hand seals.

Alwin noticed that Veris hadn't spoken, and a whisper echoed in his mind.

It's telepathy, just like last time in the water.

"Wan'ter va, this is an ancient Elvish word that roughly means 'healing water,' I am calling you!"

"Wan'ter va..."

Alwin repeated the obscure statement.

"The tone was too high at the beginning, lower it a little."

"Wan'ter va, is that so?"

"Hmm, it can be a little lower."

"Wan'ter va!"

"That's right, exactly!"

"Now concentrate, and as described in the [Basic Meditation], sense the water element and recite the mantra!"

Alwin closed his eyes and took a deep breath.

With his [low-level water element affinity], he quickly sensed the fluctuations of the water element.

From the teacup on Veris's table, from the liquid alchemy on the shelf, even from the water molecules flowing in the air.

"Wan'ter va!"

The instant Alwin finished chanting the spell, he clearly felt his brain momentarily shut down.

Immediately afterwards, the surrounding water elements began to converge into his palm.

He suddenly opened his eyes, and the light blue dot turned into light green, like a firefly resting on his fingertip.

Alwin pursed his dry lips, his cat-like eyes excitedly watching the light green dot. With just a thought, the dot would fly to the corresponding location.

Veris laughed and said, "You see, it's not that difficult."

"What kind of magic is this?"

"The lowest level of first-tier magic, [Healing], can be achieved by converting any element and is a compulsory course for magic apprentices."

A system notification sounded.

[First-level healing magic detected, unlocking in progress]

[Healing Skill Experience +5!]

【Healing Technique Lv1: 5/100】

Arwen lowered his head and manipulated the healing light to fly towards his left ankle, where he had been scratched by the drowning undead.

The light pierced through the boot and landed on the wound, sending a tingling, itchy sensation through the wound and immediately relieving the dull pain.

"That's amazing."

Veris sat back down, picked up his teacup, took a sip, and casually raised his hand.

Alwin sensed the fluctuation of magic, and the teapot on the shelf flew into the air, poured a cup of hot tea into a teacup on a silver tray, and then flew to Alwin's side.

"We've been chatting for so long, we must be thirsty. Here, have a drink."

Arwen accepted it solemnly, saying, "Thank you."

He drank the liquid in the cup in one gulp. It was ordinary boiled water with a little honey added, but even that was something that ordinary people couldn't afford.

"【Healing】is a first-circle spell, but its uses are very wide-ranging, especially for you. When facing powerful monsters, it will be of great use, whether to help yourself or to rescue others. You must practice it well in the future."

"I see."

Veris put down his teacup. "Well, I thought today was going to be a terrible day, but as it draws to a close, your intelligence has pleased me."

"Alright, that's all for today's class. Go and participate in your activities; they should be waiting for you."

"Activity?"

Alwin sounded surprised.

Veris chuckled. "You've sent two poor lizards to the arena."

Alwin suddenly realized that Paul and the others were actually waiting for him.

"Go quickly, I've been traveling all day and need to take a hot bath. Magic really does require a huge amount of time."

"But luckily, your life, and my life, will be long because of magic and mutation."

"Now, go back and enjoy your time with your companions."

Arwen rose, pondered the words carefully, and then performed the apprentice's salute.

"Yes, Ms. Veris, have a good day."

"Um."