Chapter 277 Conversation with Grindelwald
Grindelwald did not intend to let Yang Tian go. Instead, he suddenly looked straight at him and said in a low voice: "I even suspect that the trick that cut off the red robe's hands and feet was also cast by you."
"How is that possible?" Yang Tian was shocked and immediately retorted: "You don't think that magical trick can be performed by me? I'm just an 11-year-old little wizard!"
"Little guy, don't use these tricks. It's not impossible. The wizard's talent and hard work are the key to success. Just like what you call Wood Release. This is not something that an 11-year-old wizard can perform." Obviously, Grindelwald was not easy to fool, and he retorted disdainfully.
"Okay, you said it so confidently. If I hadn't done it myself, I would almost believe you. Can you give an example of someone who is so powerful at the age of 11? Even the famous Grindelwald couldn't do it, and you actually believe that I can do it?" Yang Tian was speechless.
Then, he explained again seriously: "As for the Wood Release, I feel it is a natural thing. I wonder if Mr. Dumbledore has told you about my experience when I was 5 years old? When the magic riot occurred, I performed a similar skill unconsciously. I think this is the reason why I can comprehend it at such a young age?"
All the explanations are perfect and reasonable.
But Grindelwald stared at Yang Tian, his eyes flickering with doubt and unwillingness. Finally, he smiled slightly, with a hint of helplessness and self-mockery in his tone: "Okay, little guy, you win. My life has been long and eventful, but there are only two things I can really boast about: my research on human hearts and my talent for divination. Unfortunately, both of these failed in you today." His voice revealed a deep sense of frustration.
Yang Tian was shocked when he heard this. He then remembered Grindelwald's life experience, and there were 10,000 alpacas running through his mind. Could this be a new round of tests from the two old guys?
"Although I can't be 60% sure that the magical spell was cast by you, but through our conversation just now, I am at least 60% sure." Grindelwald smiled proudly; but then he said again in a low voice: "But after all, it's only % sure. Whether it's for human hearts or divination, this is a failed answer, isn't it?"
Yang Tian thought he could still be saved, so he tried to make an excuse. But before he could finish his words, Grindelwald said again: "Remember, don't simply attribute the study of the human mind to the dispute between Occlumency and Legilimency. That is just the most basic operation; divination is by no means just a simple prophecy. Only by integrating more knowledge into it can you achieve greater breakthroughs."
"So you want to tell me that you are so sure that it doesn't matter whether the magic was cast by me or not?" Yang Tian felt a headache.
"No, child." Grindelwald smiled and said, "In fact, it doesn't matter who cast it. I just want to tell you that although you are excellent, your understanding of magic still has a lot to offer."
"Why are you telling me this?" Yang Tian asked puzzled.
Grindelwald smiled slightly, as if he saw through his thoughts, and said, "Do you think I am teaching you? No, I just want to tell you that the world of magic is much more complicated than you think. The skills you have mastered are just the tip of the iceberg. A truly powerful person needs to constantly explore and learn in order to stand at the top. And you still have a long way to go."
After hearing this, Yang Tian felt a warm current in his heart. He had always had the help of the intelligent brain, so he was naturally clear about his current shortcomings. Although he was now quite capable, well-read, and had achieved many extraordinary achievements, these were mostly due to the help of the intelligent brain, and he himself had not thoroughly understood the knowledge, let alone mastered it. He still had a long way to go.
But how can one not feel good about an old man whom one has never met before, who points out one's shortcomings during the first conversation?
So, Yang Tian suddenly had an idea and asked respectfully: "So, what do you think I should do now?"
Grindelwald pondered for a moment, then slowly said: "First, you need to have a deeper understanding of magic. I know that you have a wealth of theoretical knowledge, but theory is only theory after all! You should first choose a subject to study in depth and study it to an extremely advanced level. Only in this way can you truly understand the nature of magic. Only then will you discover that other subjects are also moving in this direction."
Grindelwald's words reminded Yang Tian of his father's comments on Eastern and Western magic when he was very young. Could it be that the so-called essence of Western magic is the beginning of Eastern cultivation? Would it be too disrespectful to cultivate the essence of Western magic from a young age? Or is it that Western magic and Eastern magic are fundamentally different, and they lead to two different destinations?
Yang Tian has been in deep thought for a while...
Seeing that Yang Tian was thinking seriously about what he said and didn't just give him a perfunctory answer, Grindelwald nodded with satisfaction. He didn't disturb Yang Tian, but sat aside and looked at the little guy with interest...
After a long time, Yang Tian finally broke free from his thoughts. Although he didn't figure it out, he still planned to try Grindelwald's method. Let the facts speak for themselves.
However, thinking about Grindelwald's terrifying reputation, Yang Tian still asked in confusion: "This is the first time we meet, why are you helping me so much?"
"It can be considered as cherishing talent and also as an investment." Grindelwald said frankly: "If you have time, you can come to Nurmengard and we can discuss magic together."
"You still want to go back?" Yang Tian asked in surprise.
"Of course, if I didn't want to see whether Alger's statement that he didn't age is true, I might not be interested in making this trip." Grindelwald smiled.
But then, he said jokingly with a strange look in his eyes: "However, if I can hold on until you fully demonstrate your ambitions and not die, I think I will be more interested in going out for a walk, and maybe help you with a few small favors."
"I... don't quite understand what you mean." Yang Tian frowned when he heard that. Sure enough, Grindelwald was still Grindelwald, and he was still planning something.
"It doesn't matter. I'm not a content person. The world is too boring now. I look forward to its change, don't you?" Grindelwald left the room without giving Yang Tian a chance to refute...
