Chapter 18
Time went by, so as the days, Jacob's mornings were with Hope, it became a sort of a ritual for him, a symphony for relentless training and mutual growth.
Jacob and Hope sparred vigorously, each session a symphony of strikes, defences, and mana-infused maneuvers. In these relentless sessions, Jacob delved deeper into mastering his own mana manipulation skill, refining his control over the mana amplification technique. With each clash and strike, he learned to calibrate the energy he infused into his attacks, fortifying his defence, and enhancing his vision, creating a perfect balance in his combat repertoire.
Doing this, along with his analytical mind that can read opponent's moves, and sharpened instincts, Jacob was on pair with hope during the fights.able to anticipate Hope's maneuvers, He responded in kind with precision and agility. They pushed themselves to their limits, an exhilarating dance of combat and strategy, until their energy waned, and they collapsed, catching their breaths under the expanse of the morning sky.
Amidst laughter and shared banter, they lay on the ground, exhausted. looking up and taking in the calm morning sky painted in shades of blue. They shared jokes as they enjoyed the serenity of the dawn, its blue hues painting a canvas above them.Their camaraderie grew stronger with each training session, forged in the crucible of relentless practice and mutual respect, they grew closer to each other. These moments after their arduous sparring sessions became cherished, a time to relax, talk, and become even closer while enjoying the peaceful start of a new day.
In the evenings, Jacob often gathered with Josie, occasionally joined by Lizzie (although ever curious but, she was not as committed). Surprisingly, even Hope and Penelope tagged along from time to time (Crazy i know ) but. Together, they delved into learning the intricacies of magic spells and incantations.
At first, the trio's study sessions were harmonious. Josie, guided by Jacob's expertise, gradually mastered the art of controlling her magical powers. She could apply the simple applications of Jacob's mana manipulation skill to her magic. Lizzie, although didn't achieve such achievements yet but often brought a lightness to the sessions with her whimsical experiments.
However, the addition of Hope and Penelope brought unexpected tension to the group. Hope's intensity clashed with Penelope's nonchalant attitude, creating sparks that often led to heated debates during their sessions. It was a serious nightmare for Jacob, ( trust me, you wouldn't wanna be there ), it was like a Tyrant empress going head to head with an evil temptress ( shit was going down ).
Despite Jacob's efforts to maintain harmony, the dramatic interplay among the Trio witches made each magic lesson a rollercoaster of emotions and tensions. creating a dramatic flair that transformed the once serene study sessions into a battleground of egos and conflicting magical ideologies.
Nevertheless, remembering Jacob's awesome display of power when fighting the Gargoyle, the Trio's thirst for such magic overpowered their pious egos, so although they were bickering, they also eagerly immersed themselves in learning Jacob's rune magic. Over a series of sessions, they gradually grasped the fundamentals of jacob's rune magic operations, they were able to perform spells, the likes of 'Nature's bind' or 'Aeroblaze Gust'—finding solace in their shared pursuit of knowledge.
Meanwhile, Jacob was drawn into the art of magic enchantment—an intricate craft that gave life to ordinary objects, infusing them with extraordinary mystical abilities. Through the exchanges within the group, Jacob discovered the nuances of this elusive magic, hence immersing himself in the creation of magically imbued objects. Little did HE and the Trio of witches knew that these enchantments, meant to empower, would soon become intertwined with the rising drama, adding an unforeseen element to their magical endeavors. The evenings, once filled with shared learning, now held an undercurrent of tension and mystery.
During this training session time, some pleasant events happened. Jacob wooed his way into Josie's heart and got pretty much close to Her. Talking about each other's childhood, though Jacob didn't reveal much, but that only got Josie more invested in, causing a closeness to emerge between them.Their connection grew deeper and more intimate.They almost kissed multiple times but THE COSMOS was like
"HEY!!, not under my watch SON.".
Disrupting those potential moments. Then, Josie, feeling comfortable around Jacob, asked him to be her date for her upcoming birthday.
Another one was of Penelope and Josie. They also got to work out their relationship, of course with the evil temptress, yielding and promising to tone down her mischievous antics and not to burn down Lizzie's world ( at least not completely ) but, This gesture was enough for Josie to consider rekindling their connection. They started spending more time together, occasionally joining Jacob for lunch, slowly rebuilding their friendship.
The one event that surprised Jacob was with Penelope. Because Beneath the dramatic 'I Am the evil temptress empress set to burn the whole world' persona she often showcased, Penelope revealed herself to be quite the opposite— she was really a nice girl to know.An amiable, funny and charming girl with a beautiful heart, a little dark but still a beautiful heart. An Image that contradicted what she projected.
Intrigued, Jacob learned that Penelope's feelings toward the school were rooted due to some events that unfolded in the past years in this school, the way some matters have been handled by Dr Saltzman, had left a bitter taste in Penelope's mouth. Her unfavorable impressions of the school had grown into resentment. She started harboring a deep-seated resentment towards the institution, perceiving it not as a haven for supernatural kids but rather as a constructed princess palace by Dr. Saltzman, designed solely for the safety of his daughters.
This revelation made Jacob question the true nature and purpose of the school, adding a layer of complexity to the relationships and dynamics within its walls. However he won't judge cause he wasn't there when all that happened.
That being said, Jacob could see how sad Penelope is, how sad she must have been the past years, the bitterness in her eyes and the mockery lingering in her charming voice. He couldn't help but feel sorry for her. and was a little angry at Dr Saltzman for doing whatever he did. He felt the urge to go and interrogate Dr saltzman. But then again, he wasn't there, he didn't know what happened and the reason behind his actions so the best he could do presently was to comfort Penelope ( of course he wished he could comfort through mouth to mouth but Penelope would burn his fucken Lips off )