Derek watched his parents dart shock glances at each other, and furrowed his eyebrows, his mind reeling with questions on why his parents were shrouded in unbelief. They weren’t even bothered by Freya’s last rude remark.
Freya had mentioned that she was a mage and an ancient.
Well, he knew of mages, not that he had seen any, except her mother’s friends, Brenda and her sister-though they weren’t actually mages, just witches.
But he knew of mages from his history teacher, Mr Davens, in high school.
During one of the history classes, the teacher whom he had always thought as eccentric, had given an in-depth definition of mages.
Derek still had that in his head.
Apart from his wolf nature, his memory was quite better than a human’s.
He could remember and quote word for word, the speech of a teacher or the texts from a book if he was in a good mood.
Well, according to the teacher:
A mage is a term commonly used in fantasy literature and role-playing games to refer to a practitioner of magic. The concept of mages has been a popular element in various mythologies and folklore throughout history, often associated with supernatural abilities and the manipulation of mystical forces.
In most fantasy settings, mages are individuals who possess the innate or learned ability to harness and control magical energy. They are often depicted as having a deep understanding of the arcane arts, allowing them to cast spells, create magical artifacts, and manipulate the elements. Mages are typically distinguished from other magical beings, such as witches or sorcerers, by their extensive knowledge and mastery of magic.
The origins of mages can be traced back to ancient civilizations, where they were revered as powerful figures with the ability to commune with the gods and wield their divine powers. In these early societies, mages were often seen as the intermediaries between the mortal world and the realm of the supernatural. They were believed to possess the wisdom and insight necessary to interpret omens, perform rituals, and cast spells for the benefit of their communities.
Throughout history, mages have been portrayed in various ways across different cultures and mythologies. In some traditions, they are depicted as solitary hermits or wise sages who live in seclusion and dedicate their lives to the pursuit of knowledge and enlightenment. In others, they are seen as powerful and influential figures who hold positions of authority and are sought after for their magical abilities.
In fantasy literature and role-playing games, mages are often classified into different schools or disciplines of magic. These schools represent different types of magical abilities and focus on specific areas of study, such as elemental magic, illusion, necromancy, or divination. Each school has its own set of spells and techniques, allowing mages to specialize in a particular branch of magic or become versatile practitioners with a broad range of abilities.
Mages are typically portrayed as intellectuals who rely on their intelligence, intuition, and extensive knowledge to cast spells and perform magical feats. They often spend years studying ancient texts, learning complex rituals, and mastering the intricacies of spellcasting. Mages are known for their ability to manipulate the fundamental forces of the universe, bending reality to their will through the use of incantations, gestures, and the power of their minds.
In many fantasy worlds, mages are also associated with a particular source of magical energy. This energy can be drawn from various sources, such as the natural elements, the celestial bodies, or the collective consciousness of living beings. Mages tap into this energy and channel it through their bodies, using it to cast spells, create magical barriers, or summon powerful entities.
While mages are often depicted as powerful and revered figures, they are not without their limitations and vulnerabilities. The use of magic can be physically and mentally taxing, requiring great concentration and focus. Mages are also susceptible to magical backlash or the interference of other magical beings. Additionally, the acquisition and control of magical knowledge can be a dangerous pursuit, as it may attract the attention of dark forces or lead to the corruption of the mage’s own soul.”
But this wasn’t a fantasy realm or book, this was reality; there was a mage in front of him. Worse, she was a sister to his mate.
He looked at her more carefully this time around, wondering if what his teacher had said then was all true.
Was she that good with magic? He wondered, his mind nagging him about her second part; an ancient.
He didn’t think he had heard of that term before. Didn’t even know it was a name attached to some supernatural beings.
He looked to his parents. They were still shocked, their mouths slightly opened.
He had a feeling that it was more about the ancient part of the girl, than the mage.
It was confirmed then when he looked and caught the smirk on the lips of the mage who always looked at Lucille like she was his possession, and then there was the amusement in the eyes of the other males.
If Freya was an ancient, then the others must be too. But why did they have the scent of a vampire? Could they not be vampires?
Ancients.
He racked his head, wondering what that could mean. Nothing was coming forth, and his wolf was not saying anything.
“That’s because I’m not sure who they are.” Maru mentioned, not pleased with the fact that the knowledge of the term ancients escaped him.
Derek understood his wolf’s frustration. His other half should be more advanced in supernatural knowledge than he was, and was responsible in keeping him up to date about things before his birth.
It is sometimes said that the goddess usually created the wolves first and chooses the baby to put them in, probably after some years.
So during the alone stage, she teaches them things about the other worlds. Must be why his wolf was surprised that he didn’t have knowledge of the supernaturals called ancients.
But it seemed his parents knew, their wolves too.
Judging from the looks on their faces. He was sure about it.
So, why didn’t Maru know?
Could it be that the goddess hadn’t introduced him to that aspect, or could it be that Maru was a young wolf and wasn’t exposed to deeper secrets.
He almost chucked at his lame thoughts but for the seriousness of the situation.