As Linda gracefully approached Newt, he conjured a wisp of white smoke using his white energy, delicately encircling Linda's hand. Uttering unfamiliar syllables, a sudden burst of blue flame manifested in her palm.
The sight of the blue fire caught Linda off guard, prompting her to step back from the unexpected display once she moved beyond the reach of the white smoke.
Observing the fleeting fire, Newt calmly regarded the scene. "You desired access to Mana, correct?" he queried, catching Linda off guard after the sudden appearance of the blue fire.
Still taken aback by the unexpected manifestation, Linda nearly blurted out, "Yes, I can do anything for you."
Blushing, Linda lowered her head, fearing she might have misspoken.
Unperturbed by her words, Newt continued, "It's been almost a month, hasn't it?"
"Starting tomorrow, I will teach you. In return, I only ask for your assistance in my research. That's all."
