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Chapter 143: The Madness of Kamar-Taj, The Dark Day of the Dimensional Lords!
🕑 Added 2025-03-18 23:14:57 +0000 UTC"The magic net has been preliminarily constructed!" Aaron laughed.
"What? The magic net is complete? Does that mean we can connect to it right away?" Amora asked, still lazily trimming her nails. But upon hearing the news, her eyes brightened with excitement.
She had been eagerly awaiting this moment!
Gwen’s face also lit up with a smile.
When she had been the only apprentice, she hadn’t been in a rush. But once Wanda came along, Gwen had realized something. This girl, who looked like she had just entered junior high, had shown incredible magical abilities right from the start. Even more frustrating, Wanda’s magical powers seemed limitless.
Wanda didn’t need to meditate step-by-step like Gwen. She simply absorbed magic effortlessly.
Moreover, Wanda had quickly mastered astral projection upon arriving. Every single day, apart from eating, drinking, and lounging, she had been learning magic. The pressure was unimaginable.
It had pushed Gwen to put all her effort into studying, but the truth was, the two of them weren’t even on the same starting line. There was no comparison.
Now, hearing that the magic net was completed, Gwen finally saw a glimmer of hope—perhaps she could catch up with Wanda after all!
"Where is the magic net? What do we need to do?" Gwen asked eagerly.
Amora leaned forward, pressing Aaron gently against the sofa and started massaging his legs.
"The magic net is everywhere, surrounding us," Aaron explained, flicking his hand through the air. A flash of golden light appeared, revealing an invisible, intricate network of magical threads.
This was the "network cable."
A mysterious network that permeated the world but was invisible to most. Ordinary magicians couldn’t perceive its existence. Even the Ancient One would have trouble detecting it. This was a new magic system, distinct from anything else and unique to Aaron.
Even if one could sense a shift in the world, finding the magic net would be nearly impossible. Once the net expanded across the universe, it would become one of the fundamental rules of the universe—immutable and impossible to disrupt.
Wanda touched the magic net curiously. As her finger made contact, it seemed to pass right through it, as though the net were integrated into the air itself, leaving no tangible form.
"A strange magic net... Could this really transform the status of magicians?" Wanda mused. "It's hard to imagine how something so small could be so powerful."
Amora’s eyes gleamed with excitement. "Since you’re curious, why not experience it for yourself?"
Aaron chuckled and handed over the method to link up with the magic net.
The first requirement for connecting to the magic net was Aaron’s approval—or the administrator’s. The second was signing a contract.
This was a fair contract, written in a way that would benefit both parties, with no harm involved. It also outlined the rights and obligations of both connectors, managers, and weavers, along with a detailed explanation of the taboo events.
Anyone who abused their authority or exploited potential loopholes for personal gain would lose their right to access the magic net permanently. Furthermore, they would face severe consequences from vested groups within the magic net, including possible retaliation from the God of Magic himself!
Amora, Gwen, and the others barely glanced at the contract before signing their names without hesitation.
At that moment, golden threads began to materialize, connecting them to the magic net.
From now on, as long as they wished, they could draw on magic power from the net. Aaron, as a high-level administrator, had granted them special privileges. Their connection to him gave them access to massive amounts of magic power.
Amora looked down at her hand, excitement building. "What kind of magic is this?"
With permission for level 1 access, Amora created a fireball the size of a bowling ball and held it in her palm. She could easily throw it at a target—whenever she wished.
"Fireball?" Gwen raised an eyebrow. "It’s a cute little spell."
Aaron smiled nonchalantly. "It’s just one of the basics."
This was part of Aaron’s plan: the magic net would attract magicians by offering them useful magic, including spells that didn’t exist in the Marvel universe, such as fireballs, ice spikes, and others.
These little spells weren’t particularly practical, but they were flashy and fun. And people always seemed to enjoy them.
In addition to basic elemental magic, the magic net also offered spells from Asgard, Kamar-Taj, and even magic systems that hadn’t existed before. So far, the response had been overwhelmingly positive.
Gwen and Amora were both captivated by these new magical possibilities.
Just then, Amora turned to Sif, her eyes glinting with competitive spirit. "Sif, didn’t you say you’re the strongest female warrior in Asgard? How about a little challenge?"
"As you wish!" Sif responded, unshaken by the challenge. Despite knowing that Amora would have the advantage of unlimited magical support, Sif remained confident in her own strength. As a seasoned warrior, she relished the opportunity for a fight.
The two of them headed downstairs together, prepared to battle for the title of Asgard’s strongest female warrior.
Aaron didn’t intervene in their contest. Although Amora could be a bit impulsive, she knew how to gauge her limits—Aaron trusted her judgment.
After all, through their many sparring matches, Aaron had learned to communicate with Amora with nothing more than a glance. She would know when to push herself and when to hold back.
“If Amora tries to use her magic to enhance her physical strength and defeat Sif, that’s when I’ll intervene,” Aaron mused, but for now, he let them have their fun.
By the way, Gwen, try transferring some magic power from me and see how it works."
Aaron wanted to check for any potential bugs in the system. He knew the theory was sound, but practical testing was necessary.
Gwen nodded and immediately began.
She first tried transferring her own magic power.
Behind the scenes, her magic flowed into Aaron’s body through the network cable, undergoing absorption and transformation.
"Energy transfer successful!" Aaron confirmed. "I’ll need to check the speed of remote transmission. Maybe a trip to Kamar-Taj is in order."
Aaron had planned to target Kamar-Taj and Asgard for the initial spread of the magic net. These places had a strong magical foundation, so the effects would be immediately noticeable.
Kamar-Taj, in particular, was of special interest. They had many secrets and could potentially absorb magic from the Dimensional Lords.
If they knew they could harvest the Dimensional Lord’s magic through the magic net, Kamar-Taj would be flooded with eager magicians, and the Dimensional Lords would face an unprecedented magical crisis.
And Aaron? He wouldn’t even have to show up in person. He could collect vast amounts of magical energy by leveraging the Dimensional Lord's own resources.
After Gwen tested the magic power absorption, she felt completely filled with energy.
"How does it feel?" Aaron asked.
"Great!" Gwen responded, her body brimming with magic. She had never felt such a sense of power before.
"Is this how Wanda always feels?" Gwen wondered aloud.
Gwen then decided to try using the portal spell, something she had been struggling with up until now. The spell required a lot of magical power, but with the amount she had just absorbed, it felt like a small task.
Of course, Gwen knew that just because she had access to a huge amount of magic didn’t mean she could use it recklessly. As Aaron’s apprentice, she had a high level of access, but she didn’t intend to waste his resources.
After the experiment, Gwen returned the magic power to Aaron, which pleased him. Even if she hadn’t returned it, he wouldn’t have minded. This was just an experiment, and the amount of magic she had taken was negligible to him.
"You don’t need to return the magic power," Aaron said with a smile. "Just improve your abilities. When you go out, make sure you’re not looked down upon because of your magic. After all, you were trained by me."
Gwen nodded seriously. "I won’t let you down!"
Aaron waved, then opened a portal to Kamar-Taj.
When they arrived, the Ancient One looked at Aaron, puzzled. "Are you going to confront the Dimensional Lords again? It seems peaceful in Limbo for now. Mystery managed to repel the three major demons, so the others have been lying low."
"Actually, I’m here to offer something else," Aaron replied, producing a contract.
The Ancient One examined it with growing surprise. "This... is incredible! If you can pull this off, the benefits will be unimaginable. Not only for you, but for all magicians around the world!"
She looked up at Aaron, still in shock.
"Is everything in this contract true?" she asked. "If this works, you’ll bring about a massive shift in the magical world."
Aaron nodded. "You can trust it."
The Ancient One stood in awe, feeling the weight of the contract's significance.
She didn’t hesitate for long. "I’ll sign it."
With that, she became the first magician in Kamar-Taj to join the magic net.
The Ancient One immediately transferred the dark energy she had absorbed from Dormammu to Aaron, clearing her body of its negative effects.
She turned to Wong and Mordo, who were still hesitant. Seeing the Sorcerer Supreme’s acceptance, their doubts vanished. They quickly signed their own contracts.
As the news spread, every magician connected to the magic net would gain access to previously forbidden spells.
"All magicians who join the magic net will have access to the Book of Cagliostro," the Ancient One announced. "But remember, any energy you absorb must be immediately transferred to the net for supervision."
Wong nodded. "Understood."
Even Mordo, who had always been firm about the distinction between light and dark magic, had no objections. This wasn’t about embracing darkness—it was about fighting against it.
And so, the magic net spread its influence.
Aaron, ever confident, looked at Ancient One. "How much authority will you grant me?"
"Level five," she replied, raising an eyebrow in curiosity. "That’s quite a bit of power. What will level nine grant?"
"Maybe you’ll find out later," Aaron teased.
As the magic net system spread across the globe, it began to change everything. The Dimensional Lords would never have expected such a challenge, and Aaron was ready to reap the benefits.
