Of course, Li Yue felt it would be best to consult with Master Ancient One before borrowing any books from the library.
Li Yue immediately left his room and found Kaecilius, stating that he wished to see Master Ancient One. It's worth noting that usually, it was Master Mordo's job to receive visitors, but on the day Li Yue arrived, Master Mordo happened to be away from Kamar-Taj, so Kaecilius had welcomed Li Yue.
And perhaps because Kaecilius and Li Yue got along well, he told Li Yue that he could continue to approach him if he needed anything while there.
"Master Kaecilius, I need to consult with Master Ancient One about something. Is Master Ancient One available now?"
Li Yue stepped out of his room and saw Kaecilius practicing magic in the square. Orange-yellow energy transformed in his hands, and spells like magic whips, magic shields, and portals became increasingly proficient under his practice.
Li Yue had seen this situation countless times during his week there and couldn't help but marvel at Kaecilius's dedication to magic. It was no longer just effort; it had reached an extreme level. Besides eating, sleeping, and using the restroom, he spent all his remaining time diligently practicing magic and reading books from the library. His sole purpose was to see his deceased wife and child again.
"Master Li Yue, unfortunately, the Ancient One went to a sorcerers' exchange meeting this morning and I don't know when she will return. What is it you wish to see her about?"
Kaecilius stopped practicing magic and said to Li Yue with a smile.
"Well, I wanted to ask Master Ancient One if I could read some books about magic in the library. It seems today won't be possible then."
Li Yue said with some regret, wondering when the Ancient One would return.
"Oh, it's about that. The Ancient One has already instructed that if Master Li Yue needs to borrow books from the library, he doesn't need to consult her. I can take you directly to the library. Master Li Yue, please follow me."
Kaecilius finished speaking, invited Li Yue, then turned and led him towards the library... Soon after, Kaecilius led Li Yue to the library.
"Master Dennis, this is Master Li Yue. Master Li Yue wants to borrow some books. I'll trouble you with this, Master Dennis."
Kaecilius introduced Li Yue to the librarian.
"Hello, Master Li Yue. You can call me Dennis. If you need to borrow books in the future, you can come directly to me here."
"Hello, Master Dennis, thank you for your trouble."
Li Yue politely greeted the librarian. This librarian was not the fat 'Old Wang next door' from later on, nor was he the librarian whose head was cut off at the beginning of Doctor Strange. However, this didn't concern Li Yue much; he was mainly there to borrow books.
"Master Li Yue, the books here contain the insights of past sorcerers into magic, as well as some basic theories for practicing magic. Which ones would you like to read?"
The librarian introduced to Li Yue.
"Are there any books on offensive or defensive magic here?"
Li Yue asked curiously.
"These are essential books for beginner magic practitioners. The ones you mentioned are for those who have already become sorcerers and are only accessible to them. While knowledge is shared at Kamar-Taj, some books require a certain foundation before they can be borrowed."
The librarian told Li Yue, indicating that the books he mentioned were not currently available for him to borrow. Li Yue thought about it and realized it made sense; if a novice who had just arrived went directly to borrow advanced magic books, they might end up going mad. Of course, geniuses like Doctor Strange, who had photographic memory, were exceptions.
"Master Dennis, the Ancient One has instructed that Master Li Yue can borrow any books here. His method of cultivation is different from ours."
Kaecilius interjected from the side.
"Since the Ancient One has given instructions, then follow me."
The librarian hesitated for a moment but then spoke to Li Yue and Kaecilius, leading them further inside... Following the librarian, Li Yue and Kaecilius entered the library, where they saw rows of iron bookshelves from which ancient books hung suspended by chains.
"What kind of books are these?"
Li Yue was a bit dazzled, but then he suddenly noticed a bookshelf with several books hanging on it. These books looked different from ordinary ones, somewhat like card packs from the game Hearthstone. Although Li Yue already had some guesses about these books, he still asked aloud.
"Those are the Ancient One's private collection. Only the Ancient One can understand them; other sorcerers cannot comprehend their contents yet."
Li Yue was curious and walked closer. He didn't know which one was the Book of the Vishanti. It was said that the Book of the Vishanti contained all white magic and defensive magic in the world, but no offensive magic.
Li Yue carefully picked up the first book on his left. He also noticed that one spot on this bookshelf was missing a book, and he didn't know if it was lost or... Li Yue curiously flipped through it casually, but the content he saw immediately startled him. He quickly closed the book and, feeling guilty, quickly glanced at Kaecilius beside him. Seeing that Kaecilius showed no abnormalities, he relaxed.
"That is the Book of Cagliostro, which records time magic."
The librarian introduced.
"Haha, I don't understand the contents, so I'll just put it back."
Li Yue gave a guilty dry laugh and quickly put the book back in its place. Li Yue couldn't help but feel guilty because when he had just opened the book, by coincidence, the first thing he saw was a red, eerie rune... Eventually, with the help of the librarian, Li Yue selected a few books on basic magic, as well as some on spatial magic and mirror dimension magic. He left that area, went to the outer part of the library, chose a few more books introducing basic theories, and left the library with Kaecilius.
"Master Kaecilius, I'm going back to my room. Thank you for your help this time."
"You're welcome, Master Li Yue. It's my duty."
After speaking, Li Yue returned directly to his room, preparing to study the books he had.
Kaecilius stood rooted, watching Li Yue's disappearing back, then turned and gazed deeply at the library's location.
"Dormammu, the Dark Dimension, eternal life... Master Ancient One, how many secrets are you keeping from us!"
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