Wizard, I Have Another World – Chapter 20

Chapter 20: Meditation Technique

Back at his residence, Karl eagerly opened the book containing the wizard’s meditation technique.

《Deep Sea Meditation Technique》

According to Adolf, this meditation technique originated from a wizard organization called the ‘Natural Society’.

It’s considered a beginner-level meditation technique, but it’s sufficient for cultivating to the Formal Wizard realm.

In fact,

Even Adolf cultivated this same meditation technique.

“Through meditation, one enters a mysterious place hidden deep within consciousness, gradually strengthening their mental power.”

“Mental power is used to construct spell models, and then cast spells.”

“Hmm…”

Karl pondered:

“It seems that cultivating wizardry is a rigorous and complex process, not allowing for any carelessness. No wonder it often takes half a year or even longer.”

In his view, wizards were more like scholars engaged in research, with meditation techniques and spells being tools for pursuing knowledge.

Research,

Prioritizes accuracy above all.

For example, in constructing spell models, the slightest error could lead to spell failure at best, or mental disorder at worst.

There were even many who died in the process.

Of course, extreme caution was necessary.

His predecessor was impulsive and reckless, lacking patience. Even with talent, he likely wouldn’t have been able to learn wizardry.

He, on the other hand, was different. He could calm his mind, but mastering the meditation technique wouldn’t be possible in a short time.

“The first step is to meditate on the deep sea, stabilizing the mind in endless darkness.”

“Forget it!”

Shaking his head, Karl gave up on trying to comprehend it bit by bit and closed his eyes, directly entering the mysterious place.

Upon the ancient patterned, mysterious stone seat, a blurry figure gradually became clear.

Karl opened his eyes.

His brown eyes were devoid of any ripples, like an eternally unchanging deity, containing boundless wisdom within.

“Whoosh…”

He opened the book.

Knowledge that previously required mental effort to understand was now, with the blessing of the mysterious power in this place, absorbed effortlessly like flowing water.

“Deep sea?”

Karl muttered, pondering briefly after finishing the book, then his consciousness silently sank into the inner sea of his mind.

The next instant.

“Boom!”

The inner sea of the mind, also known as the Sea of Consciousness.

The depths of the Sea of Consciousness were far from being as calm as the surface. Every stray thought was amplified countless times, converging into endless waves that surged towards him one after another.

Any beginner, when first attempting the meditation technique, would find it difficult to maintain their ‘true self’.

Only through repeated attempts and adaptations could one find a suitable position.

But Karl,

His faint consciousness was like a pillar holding the sea steady. No matter how the stray thoughts washed over him, he remained unmoved.

He even had the energy to perceive other things.

‘When my consciousness sank into the Sea of Consciousness, I seemed to have a deeper connection to this mysterious place.’

‘Or rather…’

‘Control!’

“Mysterious place?”

Karl opened his eyes and shook his head gently:

“No!”

“Here, my mental will is like an unbreakable god. It should be called the Divine Domain.”

“Or a Divine Domain Fragment.”

For some reason, a strange thought surfaced in his mind.

“Hmm…”

“Did I just master the basics of the meditation technique?”

According to the 《Deep Sea Meditation Technique》 book, as long as one could stabilize their mind in the depths of the Sea of Consciousness, they were considered to have mastered the basics.

The next step was to absorb the stray thoughts within the Sea of Consciousness, strengthening the ‘true thoughts’ and enhancing mental power.

There was no surprise, no elation, only unchanging calmness.

Returning to reality,

Karl couldn’t wait to try cultivating the meditation technique, to see if he could replicate the situation in the Divine Domain.

Clearly,

He was being too optimistic.

Although the knowledge and memories were all there, when his consciousness tried to sink into the Sea of Consciousness with some effort, it was immediately blasted back out.

“It’s not working!”

Sighing, Karl wasn’t overly discouraged:

“Although it’s not working, according to Adolf, my performance is clearly better than other beginners. I believe I can succeed if I try a few more times.”

“Fourth-level talent…”

“It won’t affect my cultivation!”

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Rubbing his chin, Karl’s gaze fell upon the other books.

Although he hadn’t mastered the meditation technique here, in the Divine Domain, ‘he’ had mastered the basics.

Could he cultivate spells now?

If he mastered spells in the Divine Domain, could he use them in the real world?

The most important aspect of cultivating spells was constructing spell models, and to construct spell models, one needed to understand their principles.

Even if it wasn’t a deep understanding, at least a basic grasp was necessary.

Like the Minor Force Field.

At the very least, one needed to read through 《A Comprehensive Explanation of Force Field Studies》 and 《Arcane Principles》 before they could construct the spell model.

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The following days were both tiring and fulfilling for Karl.

Brewing secret potions, practicing martial techniques, cultivating breathing techniques, and now adding meditation and constructing spell models.

Especially the meditation.

In the Divine Domain, it was fine, but in the real world, every attempt was torture for Karl.

Meditation consumed mental energy, and he could only attempt it three times a day at most. Any more than that would not only be useless but would also harm his mind.

Fortunately, with his increasing proficiency, especially the experience from the Divine Domain, he could see the dawn of mastering the meditation technique.

“Karl.”

At the Patrol Headquarters,

Kerry, munching on snacks that resembled melon seeds, asked:

“Why have you been so listless these past few days? Did you go somewhere to have some fun?”

“If there really is such a place, remember to call me.”

“No.” Karl lay back in his chair, closing his eyes to rest, letting the sunlight stream through the window onto his body:

“I’m busy practicing martial arts. It’s hard to spare any energy.”

“If you ask me, you might as well not practice these martial techniques and swordsmanship.” Kerry curled his lip, tossing away the melon seed shells in his hand:

“Look at Aubrey and the others, what kind of end did they meet? Their families are still in turmoil.”

“Sometimes, being too hardworking isn’t a good thing.”

He also knew about the operation that night, but didn’t participate because of his bulky physique and lack of strength.

Unexpectedly, he escaped disaster because of it.

On the other hand, those who were strong, were either dead or injured.

This experience gave Kerry an excuse for his laziness and gluttony, and he even started lecturing Karl.

“I know.”

Karl responded in a muffled voice, enduring until the end of his shift. He put on his trench coat and headed outside.

“Karl!”

A familiar voice came from behind:

“Don’t leave yet.”

“Chief Dana.” Karl raised an eyebrow.

“Chief.” Kerry shrank back, with a flattering smile:

“If there’s nothing else, I’ll be going.”

“You two talk!”

Saying this, he gave Karl a meaningful look and trotted out of the Patrol Headquarters, heading to who knows where.

Recently, Dana had been reprimanded frequently by her superiors, and the families of the deceased had been pressing for answers. She wore a cold expression all day, and no one dared to approach her.

The entire Patrol Headquarters was shrouded in a chilling silence.

“Do you have time?”

Dana paced back and forth:

“To have a drink with me?”

“…” Karl frowned slightly, then sighed:

“Alright.”

Karl’s predecessor was a regular at the tavern, but he hadn’t been there since he took over the body. Returning to the tavern felt somewhat unfamiliar.

“Sit.”

Dana took off her trench coat, revealing her figure in tight-fitting clothes underneath. The form-fitting top and pants accentuated her mature curves.

“Thud!”

A large mug of ale slammed heavily onto the table in front of her. Dana raised her mug first:

“Drink!”

“Cheers!”

Saying this, she tilted her head back and guzzled down the entire mug of ale in one go, displaying a bold and unrestrained manner.

“Impressive.” Karl applauded softly and drank a cup himself:

“Chief, you didn’t call me out just for a drink, did you?”

“Can you withdraw your complaint against me?” Dana turned to look at him, her eyes slightly reddened:

“As long as you withdraw it, I’ll do anything you ask.”