Chapter 888: Chairman Aleister's Writings
"How is that possible? esper ability is esper ability, and magic is magic. They are distinct and have no direct connection! Reaching Level 6 has nothing to do with the book of the law," Chairman Aleister immediately denied. "My point is, Lin Wuming, you are currently at the forefront of the esper ability path. There are no precedents to refer to ahead of you. As a pioneer, you have the right and obligation to try all sorts of avenues. Perhaps you will gain unexpected insights."
Indeed, Aleister's attitude towards Lin Wuming had already changed, escalating from a mere "tool" or "pawn" to a relatively equal relationship, akin to an "ally."
This was because he had thoroughly researched the mechanism of Lin Wuming's Bullet Time, only to find nothing.
Aside from a "miracle," current scientific theories and the esper ability system could not explain the principle of Bullet Time.
Of course, there was also a universally applicable ultimate explanation for such situations—Original Stone, an innate extraordinary ability.
However, Lin Wuming also exhibited the most standard characteristics of a Telekinetic User, which made his "Original Stone ability" less pure.
Compared to Sogiita Gunha, whose Telekinetic Cannonball was already quite unreasonable, Lin Wuming was naturally even more illogical.
In a sense, Lin Wuming's very existence was "anti-esper ability system."
In other words, Lin Wuming's existence held the possibility of transcending the limitations of "Prototype Control"!
Although he rationally knew that such a Lin Wuming posed a threat to him, his "researcher" side made him sufficiently curious about Lin Wuming, even somewhat anticipating whether Lin Wuming could create more miracles!
Precisely because Lin Wuming possessed the strength to threaten him, he was qualified to become an "ally."
Lin Wuming looked at the giant test tube in front of him and fell silent.
To be honest, Lin Wuming was indeed tempted, as he had held expectations for magic from the very beginning; but unfortunately, he genuinely couldn't understand it!
In comparison, delving deeper into basic physics might even be simpler...
"Of course, I'm just offering a suggestion. The decision is ultimately yours. There's no need to rush; you can take your time to consider it," Chairman Aleister said again. "Compared to this, another matter is more urgent."
"Another... what matter?"
"As a man, you need to be bolder when dealing with women," Chairman Aleister said. "Don't be afraid to make mistakes, don't be indecisive. Just do things first and then talk about them!"
"Huh?" Lin Wuming stared in astonishment.
"It's just having multiple lovers, that's nothing—besides, your number isn't too many. First, confirm the relationship, and then consider what comes after..." Chairman Aleister seemed to have suddenly transformed into a different person, becoming eloquent. "...I can recommend a few books to you—don't worry, compared to grimoires, these books have no reading barrier whatsoever. Anyone can easily understand them!"
"..." Lin Wuming finally came back to his senses. "As an educator, is it really appropriate for you to say such things?"
"This is also part of education, Student Wuming."
Lin Wuming could only sigh inwardly, Chairman Aleister was truly versatile...
Just like when the book of the law was provided last time, the floor in front of Lin Wuming suddenly cracked open, and a platform rose, neatly stacked with a pile of books.
They were finely bound hardcover books, with covers even made of real leather, but when opened, the paper inside was the most common textbook paper, appearing somewhat ordinary.
"All English?" Lin Wuming frowned. "It feels no different from a grimoire..."
the book of the law provided by Aleister had already been translated into Japanese, but the content was still incomprehensible; and now these books, the content should be simple, but since it required a language conversion, reading them also felt very strenuous.
However, it was only a bit troublesome. It was just English, which no longer stumped Lin Wuming.
It was only when Lin Wuming, with the same intensity he used for studying foreign language papers, flipped through these books, that he discovered the books Aleister provided were all erotica...
"Do you have any questions?" Facing the doubt, Aleister retorted, "I just said, didn't I, that I would recommend some books to you..."
"These..." Remembering certain rumors, Lin Wuming couldn't help but confirm, "These books are..."
"That's right, they are my past works," Aleister said calmly.
"..."
Chairman Aleister continued, "You should know that I was once a magician. And magicians generally have a habit of disguising their research notes with codes—which is why the Roman Orthodox Church has code interpretation experts like Orsola Aquinas."
"You mean..." Lin Wuming pointed at the books in front of him, "Your magic notes are hidden inside?"
"Try to decipher them, Lin Wuming," Chairman Aleister did not answer directly. "Perhaps it will help you understand the book of the law."
"Really?" Lin Wuming mumbled, but since the words had reached this point, he could only accept them for now.
Seeing Lin Wuming take the novels, Aleister nodded slightly, then continued, "There's one more thing. A little while ago, news came from the airport that a man has arrived in Academy City..."
...
A burly, blond-haired, blue-eyed young man walked out of the terminal.
His robust physique filled out his suit, making him a perfect model. Tourists and pedestrians passing by couldn't help but glance at him, wondering if he was a celebrity.
Already accustomed to the gazes converging on him, the man adjusted his tie and then looked around.
"Who should I find first? Kanzaki Kaori, or those useless subordinates?" The blond man took out his phone from his pocket, but after a moment's thought, put it back. "I'll find a guide first."
...
Lin Wuming left in a hurry, and the No Window Building once again returned to its usual silence.
After a while, a new visitor arrived: a Golden Retriever.
Kihara Gensei was also accustomed to this place, lighting a cigar without a care and puffing away.
"...So, you recommended erotica to Lin Wuming?" After learning what had just happened, Kihara Gensei couldn't help but be astonished. "You're kidding, right? There's no way your magic knowledge could be hidden in those vulgar writings."
"No, if it were an expert, it might indeed be possible to decipher some clues... like Orsola Aquinas," Aleister said. "After all, I am the author, and the core of my thought within the text will not change."
