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"It's not something sorcerers speak of. It's... not pleasant. A sorcerer must know humility, they must come to terms with their own shortcomings and resolve to do something about it. Then they must embark on a journey in search of self betterment. On their journey they must find a tutor, someone or something that can teach them the secrets of sorcery. And they must know and confront fear. These four steps may be taken in any order, and even without knowing. But the final one must always be sacrifice. You must give up something and make a hole in yourself for the capacity for sorcery to occupy. And it must be something you would not want to give up, otherwise it's not a sacrifice."
"That... seems rather mundane."
"Yes. More so in hindsight. I thought it'd be a grander thing. But it isn't. I heard tales of Sorcerers spontaneously awakening when they made a sacrifice. They never realized they've done the first four steps already. However it's unmistakable when it happens. After the sacrifice things... change. One not only sees and feels Essence, but how it weaves and interlocks into patterns. And understands how to do it themselves. But it's hard and takes a lot of studying. I myself can only cast a few more spells."
"Hmmm. Interesting. I always assumed the whole thing involved long, drawn out rituals and consuming all kinds of strange substances."
"No. That's more of a thaumaturgy thing. Some spells do require such procedures though."
Ena takes a deep breath and then sighs.
"But I hope you do not resent me for this. Or that I kept it a secret from you."
Jet let out a smile but he was struggling internally. If only she knew the things he's keeping from her.
"I'm not in the position to judge one of the chosen. And like I said, I understand. Your secrets are safe with me Ena. That I can promise."
"Aww. That's cute. They are bonding."
Jet hears a voice in his mind and his soul shrivels up like a raisin.
"Dragons preserve me, I thought I was finally free of you."
"No such luck I'm afraid. My job is to ensure you get the education you clearly need. You being a detestable bastard only means I'll let you suffer without my assistance until you crawl back and beg for my forgiveness."
"In your dreams, demon. Now be gone."
"Oh I will. But only when I'm done. Remember I know of everything that goes on in your noggin' whether you like it or not. You were thinking about learning sorcery from her by pretending you've become an enlightened mortal. Not a bad idea. But unnecessary. Why lower yourself to her level when you are so much above her in potency?"
"Because I'd rather trust my kin than you. If that isn't obvious, then you're more foolish than I thought."
