The most powerful wizard in the magic world

"Gerlin, how did you master that forbidden magic?" A thin apprentice named Harold asked impatiently, his eyes wide open with excitement.

"Forbidden magic?" Gerlin smiled slightly, his eyes swept across them, sensing their anxiety and anticipation. "The key to mastering it is to enhance your understanding and control of the elements of magic, rather than simply pursuing power."

"How do I understand it?" Another girl, Emily, tilted her head back, her long silver hair fluttering in the breeze, her face full of confusion. "I tried to sense it, but always failed."

Gerlin looked at Emily, and his heart was touched. He remembered the countless failures and efforts he had made when he first started. He walked to her side and gently placed his hands on her shoulders. "First, relax your mind and feel the frequency of nature instead of trying to control it. Imagine yourself as a leaf, dancing with the wind." He said slowly, his eyes gentle, "Close your eyes, take a deep breath, and try to resonate with the magical elements around you."

Emily followed his instructions, slowly closed her eyes, and took a deep breath. She could feel the breeze, the faint scent of magic in the air, and her heart gradually calmed down. The apprentices around her also held their breath, and they noticed that the expression on Emily's face softened.

"You can try too." Gerlin turned around and faced the other apprentices. His voice was gentle but firm. "First, we must learn to let go of our inner burdens. Only in this way can we truly understand the essence of magic."

Several apprentices closed their eyes, and a moment of silence followed. In the courtyard, only the rustling of leaves was heard, and the afterglow of the setting sun shone softly on their faces.

"Okay, everyone can open your eyes now," Gerling said softly. He felt a little relieved to see that everyone's face had become unusually bright.

"I feel... as if I can really hear the sound of magic!" Harold said in surprise, with a slight tremor in his voice.

“Yes, that’s exactly how it feels.” Gellin couldn’t help but nod in agreement. “Every form, every element of magic has its own sound and rhythm. We just have to learn to listen.”

"The forbidden magic you just mentioned, is it really that scary?" Emily's voice was a little nervous, "I always hear seniors talking about it with fear."

"The scary thing about forbidden magic is the demands it places on the user," Gerlin said seriously, frowning slightly. "It can bring great power, but it also comes with a huge price. Every time I cast it, it erodes my soul, as if I were fighting against darkness."

The apprentices looked at each other. Harold shuddered, seeming to be even more awed by the concept of forbidden magic. Emily looked at Gerlin with a firm light in her eyes: "Didn't you say you have mastered it? How did you do it?"

"I don't rely on strength alone, but on wisdom and perseverance." Gerlin said firmly, "To use forbidden magic, one needs to understand its nature and understand the consequences from the root. Every time I perform a spell, I have to fight in my heart to ensure that I will not sink."

"Then how do you keep yourself from being swallowed by the darkness?" Emily looked straight at Gerlin, as if she was trying to find out the secret hidden deep in his heart.

Gerlin was silent for a moment, as if thinking. He said slowly, "I always keep my original intention in mind. Every time I cast a spell, it is not to pursue power, but to protect the people I cherish." He lowered his head and looked at the leaping shadow, "I hope that through my efforts, I can create a safer future for everyone."

"I understand!" Harold's eyes suddenly lit up. "No matter how powerful the magic is, it should serve justice instead of becoming a tool to hurt others." His tone was full of admiration and understanding.

"You are right. The power of magic should speak for the weak and it needs to take responsibility." Gerlin nodded slightly, feeling relieved to see the growth and enlightenment of the apprentices. He hired these young apprentices not only to teach them skills, but also to spread the concept in their hearts.

"Gerlin, what you taught us today is not only magic, but also faith!" Emily's tone was full of gratitude, and her face looked particularly warm under the setting sun.

"This kind of belief is the true meaning of our pursuit of magic." Gellin looked back at the sky where the sun was gradually setting, and thought to himself. He knew that he had the mission of passing on knowledge and responsibility, and the future of these young apprentices would continue to move forward with his teachings.

At this moment, hurried and nervous footsteps were heard from a corner of the academy. Gerlin looked up and saw an apprentice running over in a hurry, his face pale, as if something urgent had happened. "Gerlin! Something bad has happened! The residents of the town reported that the monsters in the forest have begun to behave abnormally, affecting the surrounding villages!"

"What?!" Gerlin stood up immediately with a serious look on his face. He waved to his companions, "Everyone follow me! We must act immediately to protect those innocent villagers!"

The apprentices stood up one after another, their hearts filled with tension and anticipation, as if at this moment, they had already felt the determination to surround the darkness. Led by Gerlin, they ran all the way towards the forest. Although unknown dangers lurked ahead, their hearts were filled with the power of unity and courage.

After entering the forest, the trees were intertwined and the shadows were intertwined. It seemed that countless unknowns were hidden in the darkness. When he sensed the breath of the monster, Gerlin stopped, frowned slightly, and turned to the apprentices behind him. "Remember, in the face of a crisis, stay calm and obey orders."

"Yes! Gerling!" the apprentices answered in unison, with determination revealed in their expressions.

As they went deeper into the forest, they heard a low roar mixed with the rustling of leaves, and the air was filled with tension. Gerlin made a gesture, signaling everyone to stop. They held their breath and concentrated, and in a nearby bush, they could vaguely see several ferocious monsters chewing their freshly captured prey.