[57] The scale of world power began to break down

Levi's background is tragically heart-wrenching, a sorrowful and moving tale. Born to a sickly prostitute mother, his life from an early age was filled with suffering and hardship. With a frail and delicate body, Levi was forced into grueling, often demeaning work, frequently struggling in the streets, stealing purses, or begging for a morsel of food.

Despite his bleak and painful existence, Levi never complained. For him, as long as he could be with his mother, all the suffering seemed worth it. However, cruel fate eventually caught up with him—his mother died from an untreated illness. At that time, Levi was still too fragile to fully comprehend what was happening or where to seek help. Everyone in the city refused to aid him, leaving Levi trapped in deep sorrow.

The loss of his mother left Levi devastated, confined in a small room now occupied only by her decaying corpse. In his paralysing grief, Levi had lost the will to live. He could only sit amidst the rubble of sorrow and mourning, living in darkness and despair.

One day, when Levi felt his life was nearing its end, a blinding light appeared before him. A figure with a calming aura and a warm smile extended a hand, seemingly offering an escape from the darkness that had enveloped him. Levi, astonished and mesmerised by the figure's presence, felt as though a glimmer of new hope had emerged. Without a second thought, he decided to follow the figure, clinging to the promise of a better life.

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In a modest inn room in East Port, Ash suddenly revealed something surprising to Levi. "Levi, after winter ends, I will continue my journey to the continent of Milis, and I do not intend to take you with me."

The words struck Levi like a harsh blow. His face turned pale, and his usually cold and calm eyes were filled with tears. "B-but why! Have I been a bad child!? Master, please don't leave me!" Levi, who had always maintained his icy composure, now sobbed in panic, overwhelmed by the uncertainty and unable to imagine life without Ash.

Over the past three months, Ash had taught him various essential knowledge and skills, much like he had taught Zephyr, Aurelia, and Billy. Losing Ash meant losing the only source of hope and guidance in his life.

Ash gazed at Levi with a gentle and understanding look. With a heart full of affection, he reached out to pat Levi's head gently, "Do not worry, we will meet again someday. And when that time comes, I hope you have found your own path—something you work on with all your heart, rather than merely following someone you admire for a while."

Then, Ash took out the sword sheathed at his side with a graceful movement. The sword glimmered in the light, revealing its stunning beauty and power. "This is a gift from me," Ash said, pointing to the sword. "One of my finest creations, 'The Envious Water Dragon,' Leviathan."

The sword was an extraordinary work of art, adorned with decorations depicting a majestic and impressive water dragon. Its blade shone with power and beauty, making it not only a weapon but also a symbol of the journey and learning that Levi had undergone.

Levi gazed at the sword with deep admiration and gratitude. "Thank you, Master. I will cherish this sword with all my soul and use it to forge my own path."

With that, Ash gave Levi a brief yet meaningful embrace, as if conveying all his hopes and prayers for his future. This moment of parting marked a turning point in Levi's journey, as he prepared to face the world with all its challenges and opportunities ahead.

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Indeed, in Ash's dedicated journey to guide troubled and hopeful children, lies an impact that cannot be overlooked. With every step he takes, Ash not only imparts knowledge and skills but also gradually disrupts the power structures of the world that have long been established. The knowledge he shares, drawn from modern Earth and ancient magic before the era of the gods ended, begins to penetrate the traditional boundaries that have long constrained the Six-Faced World.

The knowledge Ash brings is a blend of modern wisdom and primitive magic designed to address challenges in a world that has never faced such before. What Ash teaches is not just combat techniques or magical theories, but principles that defy long-standing laws and norms. He consistently emphasises the importance of limitless potential, the drive to exceed existing limits, and the broad freedom of thought.

Ash encourages his students to see beyond the limitations of previous generations, to realise that there are many possibilities to achieve if they dare to step outside the existing framework. He assures them that with determination and an open mind, they can achieve things previously unimaginable.

As his students develop and master extraordinary powers, the balance of the world begins to shift. The world's power, previously based on ancient rules and principles, slowly starts to crumble. Ash indirectly introduces concepts that challenge established power structures, breaking old patterns, and creating chaos within the long-standing stable order of the world.

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Ash sat comfortably in the warm inn room, surrounded by a tranquil atmosphere that provided solace after days of activity. A gentle smile graced his face as he reflected on the long journey he had undertaken and contemplated a future full of potential. In the peaceful silence of the night, he realised the profound impact of his actions—an impact that extended far beyond merely teaching his students. Each lesson and guidance given was a seed of change, beginning to grow into something monumental and surprising.

He began to envision how each lesson he imparted to Zephyr, Aurelia, Levi, and Billy not only expanded their knowledge but also planted the seeds of revolution within the structure of the Six-Faced World. Every technique, every strategy, was part of a larger scheme, breaking old limitations and paving the way for previously unimagined potential.

Suddenly, the voice of Ciel, the intelligent AI that faithfully accompanied him, broke the silence with a tone full of concern. [Sir, spring is expected to arrive next week, and I have also suppressed the sexual hormones of your race.]

Ash chuckled softly, taking it seriously but with a light tone, "Ah, thank you, Ciel. Indeed, without your assistance, I would feel helpless in dealing with the sexual hormones of the beastman race, especially during the mating season. If it weren't for your warnings over the years, I would surely have lost face in front of Aurelia and Zephyr. You truly are my saviour in situations like these."

He recalled how troublesome the mating season was for the beastman race, often causing various challenges and oddities that he had to handle carefully. Without Ciel's guidance, he might have faced awkward and unexpected situations before his students.

Ash gazed out of the window, watching the soft snow falling from the night sky. This winter, though cold and demanding, brought with it peace and time for reflection. With the warmth of the fire burning in the hearth, he felt grateful for all the progress he had made and thought about the future full of possibilities.