46 Chapter 46

Ruth rummaged through the cluttered desk and pulled out a glimmering red stone the size of Maxi's palm.

"This stone contains a fixed amount of magic and functions as an energy source for magical devices. By placing one inside a device, ordinary people can use magic."

Maxi studied the stone. Its surface shimmered mystically like red light reflected on rippling water. Holding the stone in her hands, she felt as if she had been given a glimpse into a strange new world. Her heart began to beat faster.

"Now, if that satisfied your curiosity, shall we get started? If we don't finish this soon, I shall lose my tower."

Ruth shoved a pile of books to one side to make room on the desk. Maxi set the stone down and listened attentively as he explained step by step how to make calculations and how to draw the complex designs.