The most powerful wizard in the magic world

His headscarf covered his face, revealing only a pair of sharp eyes that seemed to be able to see through everything. As he slowly walked into the classroom, a sense of oppression filled the air. The instructors fell silent and looked at him nervously.

"Everyone," the black-robed man began in a low and solemn voice, "it is of vital importance to abide by the contract. Any behavior that violates the rules will lead to irreversible consequences."

Li Ming, a mentor sitting in the front row, broke the silence. He frowned and asked, "But the challenges we face are increasing day by day. Can't we adjust the contract appropriately?"

The man in black robe tilted his head slightly, his eyes like a knife. The other teachers in the classroom held their breath at the same time and stared at the two nervously.

"The contract exists to ensure that we can hold on to each other's trust even in the darkest moments." He continued, "Any slight change may lead to an unforeseen disaster. You must understand, Li Ming, the rules cannot be changed."

Li Ming's face was filled with anger, but he tried hard not to explode. He sighed and tried to remain calm: "But we all know that the existing rules cannot deal with all the problems today. Some mentors have shown signs of going off track. Are we going to sit back and do nothing?"

The black-robed man stopped and turned to look directly at Li Ming. The other teachers in the classroom all felt an invisible threat. The black-robed man said slowly and firmly: "If you have any doubts about the contract, you might as well try the consequences of betraying it."

After a moment of silence, another mentor, Zhang Hua, shook his head and interrupted, "I believe we can find a more reasonable solution. Black-robed man, as the guardian of the contract, are you willing to discuss it with us?"

"Discuss?" The black-robed man raised his lips slightly, as if mocking. "I'm not here to discuss, but to warn you. You must understand that resistance will only make the situation worse. My mission is to protect the contract, not to participate in meaningless arguments."

The atmosphere became tense again, and the instructors looked at each other with trepidation in their hearts. Li Ming clenched his fists, angry but helpless. At this time, Chen Xiao, another young female instructor, took the initiative to speak up: "I disagree, your warning makes us feel uneasy. If we don't express our opinions, should we remain silent forever?"

The black-robed man looked at Chen Xiao, as if he could see the struggle deep in her heart. "Silence is not a weakness, but wisdom," he said calmly, "In the darkness, only the soul that shines can survive, but sometimes, keeping silent is the best choice. You must learn to weigh the cost of this choice."

"Choice!" Li Ming became a little excited. "Is there no choice? We face difficulties every day. Is the only thing we can do to comply with those meaningless regulations?"

The man in black robe sighed slightly. Behind him, a gust of cold wind blew, and the candlelight in the classroom swayed slightly, as if responding to Li Ming's doubts. "The rules are not meaningless," the man in black robe said firmly, "but a barrier to protect you. Fighting against it means walking into the abyss."

Zhang Hua tried to ease the atmosphere: "We are not trying to challenge the rules, we just want to find a way to solve the dilemma. We need your guidance, not intimidation, man in black robe."

“Guidance?” The black-robed man smiled coldly, “Do you think I will feel heartache for your struggle? I am a protector, not a sympathizer. You must understand that the real test is not in the outside world, but in the struggle within you.”

Chen Xiao took a deep breath and stood up bravely: "We are not against the contract, we just want to make it more reasonable. We are always willing to abide by the principles, but under the existing rules, we can no longer move forward."

"If you want to move forward, you must first accept reality." The black-robed man's voice became increasingly low, as if it could penetrate everyone's heart. "Keep your original intention and belief, but be sure to do what you can. Don't be blinded by arrogance."

The atmosphere in the classroom was heavy. Li Ming could no longer bear it. He stood up with a firm look in his eyes: "I am not afraid of the darkness! If we continue to remain silent and compromise like this, it will only make the situation worse for everyone. Black robe man, you must understand that what we want is continuous progress, not passive acceptance!"

The man in black robe was silent for a moment, with a complicated expression. He could see Li Ming's enthusiasm and determination, but all this evoked some past events in his memory that he didn't want to recall. "I will hear your voices, but remember, the brighter the flame, the easier it is to be blown out by the wind." His voice finally softened.

"Then what can we do?" Zhang Hua finally spoke, with a glimmer of hope in his eyes.

"First, you need to unite." The man in black robe paused and said slowly, "Second, you must have a clear goal. The contract is not a bondage, but a protection. Every challenge involves a rebirth."

"Then how should we choose our target?" Li Ming asked anxiously.

"No matter what your goal is, you must always respect the bottom line of the contract." The black-robed man pointed to a corner of the classroom, where an ancient rune painting hung. The picture was distorted and profound. "This painting symbolizes the most basic law in the contract. You can find inspiration and direction from it."

Several instructors walked towards the painting, trying to find the answer. Li Ming stared at the details in the painting and was shocked. He moved closer and heard a whisper in his ear: "The contract protects you and can also guide you forward."

"What is the meaning of this painting?" Chen Xiao asked.

"It's reminding you!" The man in black robes said calmly and clearly, "Each symbol has its own unique power. If you understand them, you may find the wisdom hidden in the contract. Remember, a bright future always requires learning and self-reflection."

Zhang Hua nodded slightly: "We will study this painting and find a balance between the contract and reality."

"I hope you can understand that every choice has its price." The man in black robe said calmly, "As long as you remember the essence of the contract, no matter what difficulties you encounter, you will be able to find a way out."

Li Ming's face showed a thoughtful look, and his voice finally became calm: "Thank you, black robe man. We are willing to explore and learn to achieve a better balance."