Rowen scrolled through the first line of search results and paused at a post titled "The Foundation of Mana Cultivation: Rings of Power."
He tapped it open. The article was plain, likely written by a low-tier mage for beginners, but it was exactly what he needed.
After absorbing mana into the body, the first step for a mage is to condense it into a Mana Ring, the post explained. The Mana Ring forms in the center of the body, acting as the anchor for all further cultivation. The number of rings a person can form determines their level. The more rings, the higher their rank as a mage.
Rowen read slowly, making sure not to miss anything. His brow furrowed. So… first I need to actually form a ring, not just breathe mana in.
He leaned back against the counter, thinking hard.
Suddenly, the shop's bell rang.
Rowen's head jerked up from his screen. He set the phone down on the counter and glanced toward the door, wondering who was disturbing him.
