Shadow of the Beautiful World

I'm going first, Merlin.

A few minutes later, at the door of the mysterious house, Clark said goodbye to Merlin and Xuan Lan. Outside the door in front of him was the Kent Farm in the afternoon. Gesture was roaming, eating grass, and the sheepdogs on the farm were running around, driving those unbehaved sheep trying to climb the fence back to the farm.

If I make a choice, I will take the initiative to contact you.

Clark stepped out the door, waved to Merlin, and returned to his home.

The door of the mysterious house was closed behind him, isolating that ray of sunlight from the shadows, like the boundary between two worlds, it was exceptionally clear.

He is hesitating, and his heart is full of confusion.

At the moment when the door was completely closed, Xuan Lan said softly to Merlin:

Maybe he needs some guidance.

Think, this is the process of growing up, Lan.

Merlin leaned on his cane. He turned and walked back to the hall. He said:

Clark is special, I don't mean the potential he has, I mean his presence, he is special, Kryptonian body, Earthling soul, the weight of both worlds on him, this kind of Fusion is doomed Clark will do great or terrible things in the future, he really needs to calm down and think about his life.

I can't interfere too much with his choice. Only when he completes this thinking by himself can he truly transform and embark on the road to greatness. Any intervention by external forces will only be counterproductive.

Merlin sat on the sofa, picked up the cold tea, looked at the dancing flames in the fireplace, and said:

Body and ability can only determine the lower limit of strength, and only the will can determine the upper limit of strength. How great things Clark can do depends on how firm his will is. Compared with his potential, his spirit must first experience It's a temper, and this temper needs to be completed by himself.

Xuanlan was silent for a moment, and the emotional spirit sighed:

It's very difficult for a 23-year-old.

It's really difficult, but I believe Clark can get it done.

Merlin breathed a sigh of relief. He took out Finger of Death's grimoire from his pocket, flipped to the place he looked at last time, and said:

He took the document with him, which proves that he is also interested in my invitation. I invited a future strong player with potential beyond Carol. It is enough to be able to do this.

Xuanlan watched Meilin enter the study state, she didn't bother him anymore, but stretched out her hand to dim the lights in the hall, making the atmosphere in the living room more quiet and creating a better study environment for Merlin. environment.

Merlin's research on ultra-level magic continued until the evening. He put away the magic tome and rubbed his head. The obscure knowledge that emerged in his memory had to be practiced repeatedly, but fortunately, death pointed at this The conditions for using ultra-level magic are not as harsh as the ancient body, and it can be released without being in an ultra-dimensional state.

Of course, the premise still needs to be supported by strong magic power. Fortunately, this is not a big problem for Merlin.

orchid.

Meilin said to Xuanlan beside him:

I plan to let Lorna and Ruiwen drop out of Xavier Academy for Gifted Boys after a while. Ruiwen doesn't need me to worry about it. She is self-reliant enough, but Lorna needs to continue to learn about mutant abilities and other knowledge. I plan to Invite a qualified teacher to teach her.

No need, Master Merlin.

Xuanlan reached out to take off the monocle on her left eye, took out a handkerchief from her pocket, wiped it, and said to Merlin:

I can be qualified as a teacher. During this period of time, I have read all the knowledge of 17 subjects in the human world from students to doctors, and I also have some experience in energy manipulation. Most importantly, they You'll be safe in the mystery room.

Oh, if it's you, then I'm more at ease. No matter what happens outside, the child is always innocent.

Merlin stretched out his hand and pushed open the door, he asked curiously:

Also, I'm curious, Lan, is there anything else you don't know?

The ocean of knowledge knows no bounds, Merlin.

Xuanlan sent Meilin to the door, she said:

When Master Da Vinci created me, he engraved his pursuit of knowledge in my consciousness. But the more I know, the more I feel my ignorance. In short, just like you, I don't Stop learning.

That is nice.

Merlin smiled at Xuanlan, and he walked back to his home, but just as he opened the door of the bathroom, he heard the barking of Frank the watchdog.

What's wrong?

Merlin walked into the living room, he saw the silly dog ​​Frank was yelling towards the empty backyard, and made a gesture of pounce, but in fact, this alien dog is very timid, it is impossible threw out.

Someone! Merlin, someone came here just now.

Frank turned his head and shouted to Merlin:

It's an invisible guy! She invaded your house.

she?

Merlin frowned. He looked around, but he didn't feel that someone had left too many traces in the house, but the next moment, he saw a letter on the table.

That should be what Frank said was left by the invaders.

Merlin stepped forward, took the letter in his hand, and after opening it, he saw the familiar, graceful font on the letter paper.

This is a letter from Elsa.

Well, based on what Frank said, this letter should have been sent by Cilia. No wonder Frank couldn't see the intruder. With Cilia's manipulation of space power, it's impossible for this silly dog ​​to find her.

Dear Merlin:

I miss you so much, and I expect you to miss me as much as I miss you.

I have good news to tell you. A few days ago, Ms. Yennefer finally arranged her laboratory at our place, which means that my treatment will be on the agenda.

I entrusted Shiriya to deliver this letter to you. About 2 days later, she will open the door to this planet called Tragu in your room. At that time, we will be able to meet.

It's been a tough time away from home, and I can't stop thinking about you, and Riven and Lorna, and the rest of the family. It's hard being alone in a deserted world, cold Yennefer Ms. is not a good chat partner, and Xi Liya runs around every day and sees no one. When you come here this time, remember to bring me a few books, and some movies and music that can relieve boredom. Bring your bed with you.

The most important thing is that you bring yourself over

I can't wait to see you, my love. Although I know you are busy at work, I still hope that you can spend 3 days with me. Will you satisfy my trivial wish?

Your Elsa on November 28, 2003.

What are you laughing at? So obscene!

Frank's voice came from under Merlin's feet, and the smiling Merlin looked down at the silly dog. He originally planned to kick it, but due to his good mood, Merlin finally gave up on this plan.

He took out his mobile phone and called Fury:

Fry, I'm going to ask for leave.

Huh? You're still in charge of dealing with the troubles left by the Cybertronians, and you just took a week of sick leave, Merlin. Your work attitude has been a bit slack lately.

Fury's voice came from the other end of the phone, he scolded Merlin, but after a few seconds, he still said:

Okay, how many days off do you want? And, you'd better arrange the work handover in advance.

3 days, uh, no, 4 days.

Merlin says:

Don't worry about work or anything, I will arrange it.

After hanging up the phone, Merlin planned to go out on a rare occasion. He was going to buy some clothes, clean up himself by the way, and appear in front of Elsa with a new image, which might make their meeting better.

However, just when Merlin was about to go out, the doorbell at home suddenly rang again.

Merlin opened the door, only to see an unexpected person standing in front of him, um, a familiar black and white dress, bold black fishnet stockings with leather boots, and that long black hair hanging over his shoulders, exquisite , with a face scented with violets.

Miss Zatanna, how could you?

Merlin looked at the Miss Magician in front of her unexpectedly, who raised the food in her hand with a smile on her face, and the eccentric Miss Magician said to Merlin:

Oh, I've been performing in New York for the past few days. Today's performance just ended, and I'm going to Europe tomorrow. Then I want to come and see you. By the way, I'll finish what we didn't finish last time. I brought Mick Xiao Do you want to eat the pizza from the restaurant?

Uh, fine.

Merlin turned sideways and welcomed Miss Magician into the room. He said:

What I didn't finish last time, let me think about psychotherapy?

Yes.

Zatana put the pizza on the table. She took off the magician hat on her head, took off the coat, and threw it away. The coat seemed to be held by invisible hands and fell on the hanger by the door. superior.

The young lady was sitting on a slightly old sofa, her dizzy long legs stretched out, she stretched herself, and said to Merlin:

Psychotherapy is very important, we should finish it, and then next time I will prepare a hypnosis ritual to help you calm down your anxious emotions.

Having said that, a sly gleam flashed in Zatana's eyes, she stretched out her finger, waved it in front of Merlin's eyes, and said confidently:

I have tailored a hypnosis ritual for you, and I am confident that it will solve your psychological problems.

Well, I think I've been in a good mood lately, though.

Merlin sat on the sofa next to Zatanna, he smiled at Miss Magician, and said:

But let's follow the advice of the pros, oh yes, I'm going to change my look and I have an important date in a few days. Zatanna, you seem to know a lot about fashion, can you give me Any suggestions?

A date!

Zatana snapped her fingers, and a black, large cosmetic case jumped out of her pocket and landed in front of Merlin.

Miss Magician stood up, looked at Merlin, and said:

Well, you are not very suitable for trendy, and your temperament is more suitable for the classical route, how about this, let me help you change your look, don't look at me as a magician, my makeup skills are also very good, but it may take some time some time.

Zatanna blinked, and she said to Merlin:

Just so, taking advantage of this opportunity, we can continue our conversation therapy.

She took a step forward, waving her hands lightly, as if by magic, a pink dressing table appeared next to Merlin, then a makeup chair, Zatana flicked her slender fingers, a pair of scissors in her fingers.

She pouted at Merlin and motioned for him to sit in the makeup chair. She said:

Come on, let's start, it's the same as last time, Merlin, relax, I'm a doctor, you're a patient, you don't need to hide anything from me, let's continue the topic from last time.

Zatanna tied the black barber cloth around Merlin's neck professionally, then sprayed water on Merlin's hair, and while tidying up Merlin's hair with scissors, said:

I remember, we talked about the first time you and Ms. Carroll met.

With the cut hair falling to the ground, Zatanna's magic collected it and threw it into the trash can, and with the scent of violet flowers on Zatanna's body rushing into Merlin's nostrils, she was gentle and spirited. The inducing voice also sounded in Merlin's ears:

Come on, keep talking, I'm listening.

Okay, let's continue

Merlin looked in the makeup mirror. Zatana's fingers nimbly held the scissors and cut off her hair. He calmed down his mind and entered the memories again. He said softly:

Carol, I just thought this girl was pretty poor at first

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Bah! Dogs and men!

In the corner of the room, Frank was lying in his kennel, eating cold dog food, while glaring at Merlin and Zatana behind him.

Merlin and Zatana are friends, and he may not think there is anything wrong with their posture, but in Frank's view, the relationship between these two guys is undoubtedly a little too close.

An Elsa just left, and another Zatanna came! Damn, Merlin, you unfaithful bastard!

Frank gritted his teeth, chewing the dog food in his mouth, and said:

I must tell Ms. Carroll all of this!

When she returns to Earth, you will be dead!

Haha, Ms. Carol will reward me for this, and my loyalty will be rewarded with the best reward!

On the higher place of Frank, Gu Gu, who was lying on the railing, looked at the whispering silly dog ​​with a wonderful expression on his face. There was no doubt that Frank was falling into a wild fantasy.

The wise Gugu suddenly felt that Frank probably had strange symptoms after being washed too many times by Merlin. This silly dog ​​is really hopeless.