Chapter 179: The Pattern Of Spatial Elements
Norma lightly tapped her finger, and a silvery beam of light appeared from her fingertip, then flowed into the crack below.
The crack began to change.
The black crystalline structure became ethereal, and through the crack, the reflection of the starry sky could be seen. This wondrous sight amazed Enzo, and Norma explained, "Regarding spatial power, even some powerful supernatural beings consider it a very mysterious element. In reality, it's quite ordinary, but it's difficult to perceive and can't take a concrete form."
"In other words, to grasp spatial abilities, you need sufficient talent."
"And you also need additional help."
"This spatial crack is naturally occurring, leading to an unknown area, possibly just a few meters away, or a lake, or high above, or even into the vast starry sky. What you need to do now is use your mental power to sense the presence of spatial elements and obtain the corresponding spatial ability totem."
Enzo nodded and then sat down.
His mental power radiated out, beginning to sense the presence of spatial elements.
For Enzo, this was not difficult.
He easily perceived the existence of spatial elements, which are extremely abstract elements that are difficult to describe and have no concrete image to express. They exist in every corner of the world.
Norma was somewhat surprised that Enzo perceived the spatial elements so quickly.
She thought to herself, "Melissa is really lucky to have come across someone with such talent… But why didn't Melissa choose to teach Enzo herself? Is there something I don't know?"
As Norma was deep in thought, Enzo was undergoing profound changes.
Firstly, the Ring of the World did not acquire more patterns, but it took on a more complete appearance.
At this moment, Enzo also realized that the Ring of the World inherently encompassed spatial elements.
"If it contains spatial elements, then what about temporal elements?"
Enzo couldn't help getting excited when he thought of this.
Unfortunately, even if it were true, he lacked the ability to understand it at his current level.
Compared to spatial elements, time was even more abstract.
While spatial cracks could naturally occur and persist, allowing them to be perceived through mental power, time was elusive.
Even if there were temporal phantoms, they existed only briefly. Enzo had only encountered a time crack phantom in the mysterious cave of Qaidam Lake, and that instance was likely deliberately left by Maude.
One step at a time, one bite at a time. Enzo dispelled other thoughts from his mind and focused intently on understanding.
As time slowly passed, Enzo had been sitting by the spatial crack for ten days.
Powerful supernatural beings could survive for a long time without eating or drinking, and Enzo was no exception. Norma did not wait the entire time but came through the spatial portal each day to check on the situation.
This time, as Norma opened the spatial portal, she saw Enzo finally open his eyes.
She asked, "What have you gained?"
The joy in Enzo's eyes was evident as he smiled and replied, "I've made great progress."
Norma, curious, asked, "What kind of great progress?"
Enzo extended his hand, and a special pattern appeared on his palm. The pattern was intricate and complex, with a disordered structure, yet upon closer inspection, it revealed a specific order.
Norma inquired again, "Is this the spatial ability totem you've understood?"
Enzo shook his head, saying, "It's the pattern of spatial elements."
Norma was puzzled and needed a detailed explanation from Enzo.
After listening, her expression changed entirely. She confirmed, "Are you saying that as long as you understand how to draw this spatial element pattern and then infuse energy into it, you can use the corresponding spatial abilities?"
Enzo nodded, "Yes, that's right!"
Norma struggled to contain her shock and asked Enzo, "Do you understand what this means?"
Enzo nodded again, saying, "I understand a little."
He was about to share his insights about these spatial patterns when Norma interrupted him, saying, "No, you don't understand at all! The element patterns you've discovered could allow even someone with no inherent talent to wield supernatural powers. This represents a completely new path in the supernatural realm! Moreover, if this is disseminated, it could potentially overturn the existing order and even bring about world-changing upheavals!"
Norma's voice trembled.
She was overwhelmed by the potential consequences of spreading these element patterns, consequences that she could not bear, let alone Enzo.
Norma had to emphasize sternly, "The news about the element patterns must not be leaked!"
Enzo hesitated and admitted, "I once taught a fire element pattern to someone."
Norma's eyes grew wary as she asked, "Who? Your woman?"
Enzo corrected her, "No, it's my student."
Norma's suspicion eased, and she opened a spatial portal, taking Enzo back to the tavern.
As soon as Enzo returned, the people in the tavern erupted, shouting, "Go inform Lord Charles! This coward has shown up again!"
What's going on?
Had these people grown bolder in just a few days?
Norma smiled and said, "This has nothing to do with me. You set a three-day challenge period, but you took ten days to understand spatial elements. Many now think you're afraid to face the challenge. So, you've earned the nickname 'coward' at Flamingo Gathering Place."
Enzo, feeling helpless, asked, "Why didn't you stop them?"
Norma replied, "Why should I? If you don't like it, use your strength to make them quiet."
As they spoke, Charles appeared once more, this time accompanied by two powerful guards, giving Enzo a palpable sense of pressure.
Charles stepped forward and declared, "Kid, let's have a fair duel! The loser must stay away from Ms. Norma forever!"
Enzo sneered, "Why should I duel with you? Also, using Norma as a condition is an insult to her character. So, whether it's your provocation or disrespect towards Norma, I think you need to pay the price!"
The crowd in the tavern laughed derisively.
They believed Enzo had no chance against Charles.
Charles was the most talented heir of the Blue Wolf Family, rumored to be on the verge of breaking through to Level 7 and becoming a high-level inheritor, while Enzo, despite being at the same level, was from the Barren Peninsula.
That was a place known for producing only inferior individuals.
However, Norma's reaction was different.
She felt a stirring within her.
Prior to this, she may have been able to gradually increase her power limit during her deep physical contact with Enzo due to the appearance of unknown divine arts. With long-term accumulation, she may be able to break her limit and even embark on the path to becoming a deity.
The desire for power had led her to choose Enzo.
But now, she felt something new.
Being cared for, a feeling she hadn't experienced since leaving the Ice Moon Royal Family.
A faint smile appeared on her lips as she thought, "Little guy, if you win, I might give you a special reward."
Norma then looked up at Enzo and Charles.
Their fight couldn't take place in the tavern, so they headed to the designated combat area at Flamingo Gathering Place. As the news spread, many members of the Gathering Place gathered to watch.
...
In the Battle Zone.
Charles's eyes were bloodshot as he roared at Enzo, "Kid, today I'm going to make you understand what the Blue Wolf Family means!"
Enzo replied calmly, "All I know is that you will be defeated today!"
As soon as he finished speaking, an enraged Charles charged forward. As he did, a massive phantom of a Blue Wolf's head appeared behind him, its eyes fierce and imposing, creating an immense sense of pressure.
Enzo, however, sensed something was off.
This is too weak.
So, he kindly suggested, "Charles, I recommend you use all your strength."
Charles, even more enraged, roared, "You pathetic scum from a barren land, how dare you mock me! Die!"
Enzo's gaze turned cold.
He casually swiped his hand through the air, and an invisible blade of space shot straight towards Charles. Sensing the danger, Charles hurriedly tried to dodge, but still wasn't able to completely avoid it.His half arm was directly severed, and the intense pain caused Charles to fall to the ground and wail in agony.
This scene was witnessed by many people there.
They couldn't believe how quickly the battle ended.
From start to finish, Enzo had stood in place without moving.He just used some special skill to cut off one of Charles' arms.
The entire battle zone fell into a strange silence.
It wasn't until the two guards brought by Charles rushed in, helped him up, and angrily rebuked Enzo that the silence was broken. "Kid, how dare you cut off the arm of a Blue Wolf Family member? Damn it!"
A terrifying aura pressed down on Enzo.
At that moment, a graceful figure stepped in front of him.