After a short walk while maintaining a safe distance, Kevin and Luna finally arrived at the library.
They approached the entrance where a sophisticated biometric scanner was mounted on the wall.
The scanner analyzed their fingerprints and retinas, verifying their identities before granting access.
As they stepped inside, they were greeted with a futuristic atmosphere. The library was equipped with the latest technologies, such as smart bookshelves that used facial recognition to suggest books based on the reader's preferences.
There were drones flying around, monitoring the library's security and assisting visitors in finding their way around the facility.
After entering, Kevin came near the AI interface and typed the books he wanted to read.
The AI interface was quick to respond, displaying a list of available books on the screen. Kevin browsed through the list and selected a few books that caught his attention. The AI then directed him to the smart bookshelves, which automatically opened to reveal the books he had chosen.
While he was choosing books he turned his face and saw Luna was also selecting some books.
[Ding!]
Just then he heard a voice.
'Not again please, No weird quest..'
[Congratulations! Host achieved a great feat. The host brought the heroine to a library date.]
[Reward: 40 GC]
Kevin blinked his eyes. He didn't believe that Gods were giving him freebies.
'There is sure something weird here.'
'Dio.'
[Yes, Kevin.]
'Why I got the reward? Do you think it's a library date?'
[Kevin, it doesn't matter what you think. From general point of view it's library date. Not only Gods, even some humans who saw two of you together deemed it as library date.]
'Here we go, one more time, I am going to get into the trouble.' Kevin shrugged his shoulders. He didn't know what to do.
In the end, he decided he will do something when they came, now he was under Luna's surveillance they won't dare to harm him.
After a brief moment, Kevin collected all the books that he wanted to read.
The Beginner's Guide to Mana Control" - A beginner's guide to understanding and controlling Mana, including exercises and practical applications for novices.
"The Art of Magic: Mastering Mana Control" - A comprehensive guide to mastering Mana control, with detailed instructions on advanced techniques and exercises.
"The Mana Whisperer: A Guide to Channeling Your Inner Power" - A guide to unlocking and channeling the power of Mana within oneself, with exercises and techniques for harnessing and manipulating it.
"Elemental Magic: The Key to Effective Mana Control" - A guide to mastering Mana control by focusing on the elements, with in-depth explanations of elemental correspondences and exercises for each.
Soon he started pretending to read them.
Luna stared at him like he was some dumb creature.
'Why is he reading basic knowledge books? Didn't he learn about it?'
'How could he even come to S class with his small knowledge?' Luna started thinking about it.
'Did he pass it with luck?' a random thought crossed her mind.
'But what about Body Enchantment Magic he used?' Luna kept brainstorming. After some time, she thought of a useful explanation.
'He may have some master or he is unusually talented in combat magic. Maybe I should increase surveillance on him. He is going to be threatening if he isn't ally.'
If Kevin knew his small activities were seen like this, he would appraise Luna's imagination.
In reality, the hidden piece lied among these books. Among these books there were some extra pages about other book and that book is...
"The Power of Mind and Mana: Unlocking the Secrets of Mental Magic" - A guide to using the power of the mind to control Mana, with techniques for visualization, meditation, and concentration.
Soon Kevin find the pages of the book. However he kept as they were and memorized them.
[Congratulations host to get his first unique ability- Mind magic.
There are five abilities there:
Visualization: Visualization is a technique that involves creating mental images of desired outcomes. In the context of Mana control, visualization is used to channel Mana towards a specific goal, such as healing or protection.
Meditation: Meditation is a practice that involves quieting the mind and focusing on the present moment. In the context of Mana control, meditation is used to clear the mind and create a state of receptivity, allowing Mana to flow more easily.
Concentration: Concentration is a skill that involves focusing the mind on a specific task or goal. In the context of Mana control, concentration is used to direct Mana towards a specific outcome, such as casting a spell or creating a magical object.
Telekinesis: Telekinesis is a form of mind magic that involves moving objects with the power of the mind. In the context of Mana control, telekinesis is used to manipulate the flow of Mana and direct it towards a desired outcome.
Manifestation: Manifestation is a technique that involves using the power of the mind to bring desired outcomes into reality. In the context of Mana control, manifestation is used to bring Mana into physical form, such as creating a magical object or casting a spell.]
Although this thing might sound useless, but it was endless treasure for Kevin.
With Visualisation and Manifestation, Kevin can create any kind of spell as long as he has mana.
With 1 star spell element generation he can create any shapes with mana. There were endless possibilities.
While with Concentration, his mana recovery speed will increase. It will even help him in other things.
Kevin was happy. He wanted to go home and try it. However, he stopped himself. It might look suspicious if he left the library so soon.
That's why Kevin thought of reading another books. As he was curious about the world he thought of reading history books.
Soon he brought some history books.
'Now he is reading history books? What kind of weirdo is he?' Luna couldn't digest what Kevin's purpose was. She felt she shouldn't be bothered by this now.
There were bunch of books before Kevin.
Like 'Rise of the Starfall Empire'
'Chronicles of the Lost Kingdom'
The Rise of the Dragon Riders
The Legacy of the Enchantress
The War of the Elemental Lords
The Fall of the Sorcerer King
The Age of the Great Dragons
As Kevin read more he felt more engrossed in it.
Soon, he went to the ancient history section.
As he was trying to find a good book. He saw a stone tablet. Seeing that, Kevin's senses tingled he knew there would be something in that stone tablet.
However, upon closer examination, it looked a ordinary artifact - there was something inscribed there in runic language.
Kevin tried to read it.
Yeah, Kevin knows runic language.
As Kevin curious about runes after he saw runes drawn in his bathroom knobs, he learned basic version of runic language in free time.
In a few moments, he deciphered what was written there.
"Darkness may shroud the echoes of kindness, but its light endures. Let us not forget the past, but be wary of the dangers that lurk in the shadows, for they may seek to extinguish the flame of kindness forever."
As Kevin read that message, he felt something.
In the other side, Gods also felt something.
'He found the first piece.' Goddess of Nature mumbled.