Marvel's Hogwarts Wizard

Chapter 353 Multiverse (6000+ words)

"Multiverse?"

Upon hearing this term, Jerry was momentarily stunned.

He knew about dimensional demons because there was a brief introduction to them in the Asgardian magic books, but this was the first time he had heard the term "multiverse".

He knew about the universe, including information about the Nine Realms and alien planets, races, and forces; he had also seen such information in some Asgardian history books.

"The universe is infinite, and so are the worlds. Our universe is just one of them. Later, when you have time, you can find a book called 'The New Cosmology' in the library to read, or if you'd like, I can show you what the multiverse is right now!"

Seeing that Jerry didn't seem to understand the concept of the multiverse, Gu Yi gave a simple explanation and invited Jerry to show him the multiverse.

"Ancient One, you said you could show me what the multiverse means?"

After listening to the Ancient One's explanation, Jerry had a vague idea of ​​the multiverse. He thought it might be something like parallel worlds or parallel universes.

Just like Spider-Man, the story and background of the Maguire Spider-Man trilogy he watched were different from the Spider-Man that would appear in this world.

However, when the Ancient One explained that she could take him to see it for himself, he was a little confused about what she meant. Did she mean to take him away from Earth to other universes? Would that take a long time?

But Gu Yi's tone seemed very relaxed, as if it were as simple as when he said he was taking him to the library.

Gu Yi smiled and shook her head:

"It's not what you think. It won't last long, at most a minute. In fact, we can't stay inside for too long either, because there are countless powerful beings there. If we accidentally lead them to Earth, that would be bad."

And Master Carmen, if you really wish to go and see for yourself, I can only take your soul with me!

"My soul?"

Jerry's face showed surprise again. If the soul leaves the body, isn't that close to death?

"Yes, because your body contains a lot of magic power and is very special, quite different from ours. If we take your body into the multiverse, it might attract the covetous eyes of many beings, which could cause some trouble."

Gu Yi explained it quite naturally.

Upon hearing the Ancient One's explanation, Jerry froze, then stared at her with a stiff expression:

"Ancient One, what's this about my body containing a large amount of magic?"

"Actually, Mage Carmen, you don't need to be nervous. I said before in the training ground that it doesn't matter where the power comes from, what matters is what we do with it."

Although I am older, I am not old-fashioned. I will not regard you as a heretic among monks just because of your physical condition. We are not a church.

She had already discovered Jerry's special physical condition—that he could cast magic without relying on the power of the dimensional demons—during the Battle of New York.

After all, she knew most of the dimensional demons in the multiverse, and she was also very familiar with the characteristics and power fluctuations of these dimensional demons.

Even many of the spells in the Kamar-Taj Library actually require the special power of these dimensional daemons to be cast more easily.

When Jerry casts a spell, the way he displays his magic does not conform to the power characteristics of any demon god in any dimension.

Moreover, at her level, she could certainly sense that when Jerry cast magic, he wasn't borrowing power from powerful beings in the external multiverse, but rather drawing magic directly from his own body and then releasing the magic.

However, none of this mattered to her. Although she would often break the rules to absorb and seize the power of the dark dimension to maintain her life and enhance the power of her magic in order to protect the Earth, she would never have any bad thoughts about a kind and righteous mage.

"Ancient One, so you knew all along!"

Jerry smiled awkwardly. He thought he had hidden it well and even used a shielding spell, but it turned out that the other person already knew.

As expected of someone even Odin fears. During the training ground, he thought that when the Ancient One said that, she meant she wouldn't mind him using the power of other dimensional demons besides the Vishanti.

Originally, I just wanted to tell him that he didn't need to hide his situation.

"You didn't do anything wrong. In fact, if you ever face those dimensional demons from the multiverse, you'd better be extra careful, because a body like yours is still very attractive to them!"

The Ancient One offered a comforting word, showing great understanding, and did not blame Jerry for keeping it from her.

"In that case, I'd like to trouble the Ancient One to show me what the real multiverse is like!"

Originally, he was somewhat resistant to the idea of ​​the soul leaving the body, but now it seems that the Ancient One had no ill intentions towards him at all, otherwise she wouldn't have told him all this.

It can only be said that he judged a gentleman by the standards of a petty person.

"Okay, let's go now!"

As the Ancient One finished speaking, before Jerry could react, he discovered that at some point, the Ancient One had struck his forehead with her palm, and his soul had been blasted out of his body.

Goodness, if this wasn't targeting his soul but attacking him directly, he wouldn't even have time to dodge.

Indeed, the Ancient One was not even in the same league as the other sorcerers of Kamar-Taj.

The fact that he defeated Kaecilius so easily made him think that the Ancient One might not be as powerful as he had imagined. But it turns out that the Ancient One might be even more powerful than he thought.

There is still a significant gap between him and the world's top experts.

"I don't know why, but I have this feeling of my soul leaving my body and traveling all over the world, like in Chinese mythology."

Looking at the motionless physical body in front of him, Jerry's soul stirred slightly and made a joke at the Ancient One in front of him.

The Ancient One stepped forward, grabbed Jerry's soul, and laughed:

"In the past, some powerful mages in China did indeed enjoy having their souls leave their bodies and travel around, because it made them feel very carefree."

However, there are also cases where prolonged absence leads to health problems, necessitating the use of the corpses of deceased individuals to sustain life.

"Um, that sorcerer isn't named Tieguai Li, is he?"

Upon hearing this, Jerry immediately thought of the unfortunate immortal in the myth of the Eight Immortals Crossing the Sea, whose soul had been separated from his body for too long and whose physical body was cremated by his disciple.

Just as Jerry was adjusting to his soul state, the Ancient One waved her hand, and Jerry suddenly felt the scenery before him change drastically. He was no longer in the library, but in the vast universe.

Looking down, he saw a beautiful, blue planet beneath his feet—the very Earth where he lived.

"This is the first time I've seen Earth from this vantage point; I've only ever seen this view on TV before!"

However, before Jerry could finish his exclamation, their speed suddenly increased dramatically, so fast that countless planets passing by turned into colorful streaks of light. In the end, they broke through the barrier of space and entered a strange space through the void.

"An infinite universe, an infinite world, with infinite possibilities, and an infinite number of us. At the source of reality, spirit and matter are connected, and thought also shapes reality."

Some universes are vibrant with life, just like ours, while others are malevolent and filled with carnage!

Led by the Ancient One, Jerry felt as if he were traveling through a time machine, his eyes scanning different universes and seeing countless beautiful landscapes. Suddenly, he had a sudden realization and seemed to have gained a new understanding of some of the mysteries of magic.

"The Ancient One, the Sorcerer Supreme!!!"

However, at that moment, a universe filled with infinite dark energy flashed past his eyes. A distorted face that filled the entire universe seemed to have sensed something and let out a roar full of rage.

"What is that?"

"Dark Lord Dormammu and his Dark Dimension!"

Gu Yi's expression became unusually serious.

"Dimensional Demon God?"

Jerry's eyes showed surprise.

The boundless energy and overwhelming pressure he had just witnessed were truly terrifying. He felt that perhaps only the dimensional demons recorded in the Asgardian magic books could compare to it.

Gu Yi nodded:

"Yes, Dormammu was originally a wizard who later entered the Dark Dimension, absorbed all the energy there, and became the ruler of the Dark Dimension."

He is the most threatening to Earth's safety among all the dimensional demons.

"Is it the most threatening, or not the most powerful?"

Jerry immediately realized from the Ancient One's words that the dimensional demon that had made him feel like an ant was not the most powerful in the multiverse, and that there were beings even more powerful than that.

Gu Yi turned her head and smiled:

"He's not the most powerful, but he's the one who most enjoys invading and devouring other universes to grow stronger. That's why I say he's the most threatening dimensional demon to us!"

"He seems to know you?"

Just now, Jerry clearly sensed from the mental fluctuations emitted by the other party that the other party called out the name of the Ancient One, and that the other party was extremely angry.

"We've been rivals for a long time. He's tried to devour the Earth many times, but I've stopped him each time. Don't glare at me like that; I'm no match for him."

However, Dormammu's power is greatly weakened after leaving his Dark Dimension, and with the help of the three Sanctuaries, I am able to effectively restrain him, which is why I was able to repel him and send him back to his own Dark Dimension to recover.

When Gu Yi saw that Jerry's soul was fluctuating greatly and seemed to be frightened, she knew that he was overthinking things.

At this moment, Jerry once again gained a new understanding of the Ancient One's power.

He felt that even if Dormammu's power had decreased after leaving the Dark Dimension, his ability to devour the universe meant he was still incredibly powerful.

The Ancient One was able to repel him multiple times, and even with the help of the three Saints, that was something that his current strength was far beyond what he could achieve.

And so, the Ancient One took Jerry on a quick tour of the multiverse before pulling his soul back to Kamar-Taj on Earth.

This journey through the multiverse lasted less than half a minute in total, but for Jerry, it gave him a true and essential understanding of the main world.

Therefore, he was still very grateful to the Ancient One.

Ironically, he had just used his powerful magical abilities to show the mages of Kamar-Taj what it meant to be outmatched.

Now, through a journey through the multiverse, the Ancient One has shown him what it means to have a world beyond the universe.

"The multiverse is full of amazing knowledge and energy, but it is also full of dangers. Even I cannot stay in it for too long. So, for specific related knowledge, Master Carmen can learn more about it through the books in the library."

Now, I'll take you to see other places.

After Jerry's soul returned to his body, the Ancient One took Jerry to visit other places in Kamar-Taj.

"Mage Carmen, you are the most talented mage I have ever seen, possessing immense magical power. I wish to invite you to join us at Kamar-Taj and take you as my disciple to protect the safety of Earth together!"

In the large living room at the beginning, the Ancient One handed Jerry a cup of tea that she had personally brewed and served in a bronze vessel.

"Um, this tea is a little sweet!"

Jerry didn't immediately respond to the Ancient One's invitation. Instead, he took a sip of tea and showed a surprised expression.

Gu Yi didn't press further, but simply replied with a gentle expression:

"Because I added a little honey to it, many monks nowadays like to drink sweeter tea. I tried it and thought it was quite good."

"You could try stir-frying it with sugar, then adding milk and simmering it. It might taste even better. Oh, but that's not necessarily true. It depends on personal taste. I prefer that way."

While considering how to respond to the Ancient One's invitation, Jerry also suggested a new method for brewing tea.

After hearing Jerry's suggestion, Gu Yi surprisingly nodded in agreement:

"Great idea! Maybe I should give it a try in a bit!"

Jerry looked up at the Sorcerer Supreme in front of him, who at first glance appeared to be an ordinary middle-aged woman with a good temper, dressed in a white monk's robe, and couldn't help but sigh:

"Ancient One, I'm very sorry, but I don't like joining any organizations. I feel more comfortable being alone, so..."

In fact, based on our current interactions, the Ancient One is indeed a very good person. She is powerful but has no airs at all. Even after discovering the special secret of his body, she did not try to explore it further or gain anything from his body.

Moreover, he's not some old-fashioned person; he's very adaptable, as you can see from the tea incident just now.

Normal, traditional people who have been drinking tea for hundreds of years would never try adding honey to their tea, even if it might actually improve the taste, because they don't like to be flexible or change.

But Gu Yi was different. She thought adding honey might be good, so she naturally tried adding it. Even when Jerry suggested adding milk, she quickly said she could try it.

With someone like that as the leader and mentor of Kamar-Taj, even Jerry felt that joining Kamar-Taj would be a great experience.

If, in the future, he is required to break some of the rules of Kamar-Taj due to certain circumstances, given the Ancient One's personality, he should agree if it is reasonable.

Moreover, if he really joined Kamar-Taj and became the Ancient One's apprentice, he could personally learn magic from the Ancient One, and he had just experienced the Ancient One's power firsthand.

However, after some thought, he ultimately rejected this very tempting idea.

The fundamental reason is that he doesn't want to be bound by anything in the future, not just by the rules of Kamar-Taj, but more importantly by emotional constraints. He doesn't want to invest too much emotion in other people.

Humans are emotional beings. As long as people spend a lot of time together, they will inevitably develop feelings for each other, and Jerry is no exception.

If he really joins Kamar-Taj, he will have one more mentor and a bunch of fellow disciples, and they will inevitably form some deep bonds in the future.

But that's not what he needs right now.

He's not joining Kamar-Taj, so his purpose here is to exchange magical knowledge with Kamar-Taj. He doesn't owe Kamar-Taj anything, nor does he owe the Ancient One anything.

At worst, if Kamar-Taj is in danger in the future, he can come and help out as a friend, and earn some little red stars along the way.

If the enemy is too powerful, then he will definitely prioritize saving his own life. He will help if he can, and if he can't, he won't. He won't feel any sense of indebtedness or regret.

Because these people weren't that important to him.

Just like he treats Iron Man, Hulk, Thor, Captain America, and the like.

In the main world, for now, all he needs are his father, Haas, and his sister, Elsa, for whom he can truly give everything.

Moreover, self-studying magic has become a regular part of his life, and his foundation in basic magical knowledge is solid enough that even without the Ancient One's guidance, his learning progress wouldn't be too slow.

Even if things weren't so bad, even if the Ancient One refused to let him borrow the Kamar-Taj library because he wouldn't join Kamar-Taj, even if he offered his magical knowledge in exchange, he still wouldn't agree.

So he could simply give up. After all, there were still many aspects of his own magical knowledge that he hadn't fully understood, and Kamar-Taj's magic was just icing on the cake, not something he absolutely had to learn.

Moreover, with the control panel, he can travel to many different magical worlds. He also has the cheat device, Little Red Star, so even without Kamar-Taj's magical knowledge, his strength will not stagnate, it will just be a little slower.

Upon hearing Jerry's answer, the Ancient One was initially somewhat surprised, because she believed that no sorcerer, after knowing the secrets of the multiverse and experiencing them firsthand, would refuse to join Kamar-Taj and become her disciple.

However, at the same time, her rejection of Jerry was also a genuine expression of her admiration, because it showed that he had his own beliefs and would not lose himself in the pursuit of power.

She could sense that Jerry was extremely obsessed with magic, especially when he entered the library and saw the room full of magic books; his eyes seemed to light up.

So, although she expressed regret at Jerry's rejection, she wasn't angry or disappointed, and replied with a smile:

"It's okay, everyone has their own choices, and you don't need to worry about anything. As long as you want, you can still borrow magic books from the library in Kamar-Taj anytime."

Kamar-Taj welcomes kind-hearted sorcerers like yourself to exchange magic with us.

The Ancient One's meaning was clear: whether Jerry agreed or not wouldn't affect his ability to come to Kamar-Taj to learn and exchange magic. She was truly magnanimous.

Of course, it's also possible that Jerry's arrival will greatly inspire the fighting spirit and potential of the Kamar-Taj sorcerers.

Jerry understood what the Ancient One meant, which made him feel a little embarrassed in the end.

"Thank you, Ancient One. I will also compile some of my magic into a book and leave it in Kamar-Taj. Any sorcerers who are interested can study it."

Also, if Kamar-Taj ever encounters trouble and needs my help, I will come without hesitation!

Actually, the weakness of the Kamar-Taj sorcerers is not a lack of spells; the library has a plethora of powerful magic, and even the Ancient One could use those spells to repel Dormammu.

However, many mages lack the talent to understand spellbooks. Even if they are given some understanding, they cannot comprehend them or even if they can understand some of them, they cannot draw upon enough power to cast spells.

So Jerry isn't afraid that if he leaves some of his magic in Kamar-Taj, the sorcerers there might learn it and use it against him someday.

Moreover, his magic comes from the four major magic systems, making it more difficult for Kamar-Taj sorcerers to understand and learn compared to the spellbooks of Kamar-Taj.

Because their magical theories differ, a strong foundation and talent are required to understand and apply them effectively.

Jerry is able to use the combined techniques because he has a solid foundation; he has been guided by teachers on the basics of each magical system.

In the world of Harry Potter, magic has many teachers from Hogwarts; in the world of The Sorcerer's Apprentice, magic is guided by Balthazar and Sun Long; in Asgardian magic, there is the goddess Frigga; and in Cardcaptor Sakura, there are magic cards and the genius Taoist priest Li Xiaolang.

That's why he was able to integrate and improve his magic, making it increasingly powerful.

Most of the sorcerers in Kamar-Taj are self-taught, and they already struggle to understand some of Kamar-Taj's magical theories, let alone the theories left by Jerry that involve magical systems from other worlds.

It is estimated that only a true master of magic like the Ancient One could easily understand the magic book left by Jerry.

However, once he reached the level of the Ancient One, Jerry wasn't worried about her using the magic he left behind against him, because their strengths were simply not on the same level, and she had no need to do so.

Finally, if one day a sorcerer in Kamar-Taj learns the magic he left behind and then uses that magic to attack him, he will be in even worse shape, because he knows perfectly well the flaws in the magic he left behind.

"Then thank you very much, Mage Carmen. Perhaps Kamar-Taj will truly need your help in the future!"

When the Ancient One heard that Jerry was willing to help Kamar-Taj protect the Earth, his face lit up with an even wider smile.

While she was alive, she naturally didn't need Jerry's help, but she wouldn't live much longer. The new Sorcerer Supreme was more capable than her, but he needed to grow, and Jerry's help would be very important then.

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(End of this chapter)