***
As I started the incantation, the weight of its complexity bore down on me, immediately signaling the magnitude of what I was attempting. My efforts to harness such immense power faltered almost immediately. The enormity of the spell's intricacy was simply beyond my grasp.
Agnes's soft voice interjected, piercing through my concentration. "It's alright, Max. You've tried. Don't push yourself into realms you're not prepared for."
Yet, an indomitable spirit welled up within me, urging me to persevere. As I attempted to channel the spell again, a searing sensation surged through my veins, a biting reminder of my inexperience.
With a look of deep concern, Agnes warned, "You're pushing past your limits! You're wading into waters too turbulent for your current abilities."
