Aron, unknown to what Elisia and Margan were saying, indulged himself in the path of existence.
"Now that I have reached at least a minimal level in the step 2 feeling of the self, I should be able to go on with step three."
Having achieved a calm mind and a heightened sense of self-awareness,
Aron ventured into the third and pivotal step—manipulation of energy. In this phase, he transformed into an adept conductor of the subtle forces coursing through the universe.
No longer a passive observer, Aron learned to sense, gather, and direct energy with finesse.
"This step is making me see and feel the energy in this universe, and as I feel and see it, I will be able to manipulate it. Which in return grants me power and will let me do many things, such as casting spells and summoning creatures."
"This is the most important step for the practical ability that I seek."
Aron thought, and then he started for real.
"The third step, manipulation of energy,"
Aron mused, embracing the profound shift in his understanding.
Aron immersed himself in the practice and the flow of energies around him.
With each breath, he envisioned himself as a conduit, harmonizing the energy that transcended the boundaries of self.
As he dove deeper into this manipulation of energy, Aron felt a resonance in the energies of existence.
"Gray Universe is an interesting place; back on Earth, no matter how much meditation or trying to feel the origin of everything, one would not see a practical effect of it."
"Here, because the energy exists here as a law, I can see it clearly, and as long as I will it, it will respond to my wishes."
The tent became a sanctuary for this transformative exchange, and Aron, with each practiced motion, felt a deeper connection to the cosmic currents.
"The energy flows like a river, and I am merely guiding its course," Aron whispered, his movements becoming more fluid and instinctive.
Aron realized the significance of this step—it wasn't just about personal power but about becoming attuned to the fundamental forces shaping the very fabric of existence.
Each gesture, each redirection of energy, will grant him different kinds of understanding within himself.
With the completion of the third step, Aron opened his eyes, a newfound understanding shining within them.
"Manipulation of energy, a dance with the origin,"
He whispered, feeling the transformative effects of this profound practice.
As Aron opened his eyes, the voice started talking.
"Ding"
"The user entered the path of existence; for using spells and practical abilities of the path of existence, the user needs three things."
"Ding"
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"Imagination" (imagine the desired result, more clearer the vision and tangible the imagination is more powerful it is.)
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"Knowledge" fills the imagination with the corrosive knowledge of the "result" that has been imagined. (If the knowledge is not enough, the result will be realized.)
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"Manipulation" (manipulate energy according to knowledge and imagination for the desired result; if the control of the energy mastery is not enough, the desire will not be realized."
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Aron took a deep breath after hearing the voice.
Aron knew that what he learned might seem easy, but it is not.
He knows from now on why people in this world consider the Path of Existence to be the hardest path to continue on.
The explanation was easy.
"It is too vague for most of the people."
"It has no harsh rules, but everything lies with the user and the pathtaker himself.
"I first need to look at my status and understand my state before trying to do something."
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"Aron Flear"
"Traveler (???)"
"Existence (Level 1)"
"Physical Power 10" (Basic Human)
"Spiritual Power: "15" (Intermediate Human)"
Athletic Ability: 11" (Basic Human)
"Passive Ability"
Scan (Max) (an ability that lets the user scan others and items without any command or spending any energy)
"Spiritual Mastery (Level 1)" (Each level will increase, granting 10% spiritual power.)
"Calm Soul (Level 1)" (Each level will increase, granting 10% spiritual power and 5% athletic ability.)
"Manipulation of Origin Energy (Level 1) (Each level increase will grant plus %10 mastery over controlling "the energy" or "origin energy)
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