After two years of intense studying I mastered the human language, biology and history. Human biology was the same, so I actually knew more but Ellen seemed to enjoy teaching me so I didn’t bother correcting her. Both “total recall” and “polymath” helped me remember all she taught me, and since I didn’t need to repeat anything it saved me a lot of time.

Apparently the planet’s name was Erede, basically the same name.

It is divided between 5 continents. Reich, the first one belonged to the humans and is the second largest continent, Tier was the largest continent and it belonged to the beast people like cat people and such. Teufel is the continent where demon race ran into hiding after they lost the war with the other races, from what I was taught the demons were deformed creatures like orcs and trolls and half-breeds between demons and fairies. Fantasie is the continent were fairies live, it is also said that Fantasie is the most beautiful continent and the only one humans couldn’t occupy. Atlas, the fifth continent is currently submerged and is populated by mermen and other cross-breeds between mermen and other races.

From what I learned Reich is divided between two major powers Sonne and Vollmond. Sonne was a monarchy and the king believes in the power of knowledge while Vollmond is ruled by however has the biggest muscles and army, basically they are using fear and violence to keep the people united.

I found out that my house was actually on the outskirts of a village called Hyne. Hyne is a village of ordinary craftsmen and I’m using the term ordinary because there are magic craftsmen who create and enchant equipment and furniture. This village is the farthest from the capital of the Sonne, so it the business isn’t going well. Kraft works as a guard and hunter while my mother works as a healer and a scholar. They were mostly paid in raw materials and food provisions since there were little trade routes. I for one am OK with this since I get to eat chicken breast every day. Almost all daily necessities were covered and we had many gold coins stashed away.

In this world the currency was divided between gold coins and white gold coins. For example you could buy a bread with 1 gold coin, and the cheapest house was 500 gold coins. A white gold coin was worth 100 gold coins. The gold coin was the currency because gold ore was very easy to find in mines and it could be found almost as easy to find as silver and Sonne has a lot of mines. Vollmond has iron and lead in abundance, something that Sonne lacks.

“Alex it’s time to train, GET A MOVE ON!”

Oh shit, it’s Spartan training time. Last year I started doing calisthenics training and when Kraft saw me he decided to help me train.

“So what are you making me carry today?”

“A five kilogram log in each hand, ten laps around the house, now get moving.”

At first I could barely lift a log but now I can run ten laps around the house with 10 kilograms worth of luggage without passing out but it’s exhausting and this is only the first step of endurance training.

After ten laps I dropped the logs and began massaging my arms. My whole body hurts but I feel a difference every time I exercise, after all I haven’t seen many 5 years old kids doing this kind of activity. Well now I know that my “Magically Engineered Human” power is working.

“Are you done Ali?” Ellen started calling me Ali instead of Alex because I had a girlish face and physique, part of the reason I accepted Kraft’s offer to train me.

“Yes, is it time to eat yet?”

“No, it’s time for your magic lessons. I will make some mintal root tea, go wait in the bedroom.”

Mintal was a plant which grew near water sources and if you boil the roots in water the water will taste like mint but a lot stronger.

“OK Ellen, I will go wash my hands and get ready.”

I washed my hands with the cold water from the water tank then I went inside the house. I arrived in the bedroom and I went straight for the bed. So comfy, how about a little nap until she comes with the tea.

“Wake up Ali!”

I yawned and opened my eyes slowly.

“You have been asleep for some time, do you need a massage?”

“Huh?”

“Didn’t you hear what I said?”

“I heard what you said, I was thinking that it happened again.”

“Your pain is gone, right?”

“Yes, I feel completely fine, how much did I sleep?”

“I would call that passing out instead of sleeping. You have been sleeping for an hour.”

“So the time it takes to recover decreases every time. Enough about that, I want to drink something.”

“Here’s the tea, it’s cold but I know you like it cold anyway.”

“Thanks, I was thirsty.”

“I am going to start the lesson now. Magic was a given to us by the 12 elder dragon gods who created the universe. In all living being except demons magic is concentrated in two parts of your body: the brain and the heart. The only exceptions are the demons, their magic flows uncontrollably in their bodies. The main difference between demons and the rest of the races is that demons can’t control their magic internally while the other races can control their magic flow.”

“I understand.”

“Next I am going to tell you about the types of magic someone can possess. There is Light, Dark, Wind, Water, Fire, Earth and Black magic. Black magic or blood magic is a little special, the black magic users specialise in rituals that require blood sacrifices and is mostly used to summon and control demons as well as taking another person’s magic and lifespan. Black magic uses a person’s life as a catalyst for casting a spell instead of using the magical energy found in their bodies and if something goes wrong the caster dies.”

“So why are you insisting on black magic so much?”

“Because it’s very dangerous and it can be used by anyone regardless of their control over magic. If you ever intend to come in contact with it I want you to be ready for the consequences.”

“So when are you going to tell me what the other types of magic?”

“We will talk about elements after I see yours.”

“When will that be?”

“Since you understand biology well enough and paid close attention to what I said, we will go to the general shop tomorrow and buy a magic crystal.”

“So you are going to buy me a crystal that shows what element I possess?”

“Yes, also it is not rare for a person to possess multiple elements.”

“I think I know what you are trying to say but I’m sure I possess only one”

*chuckles* “You seem very sure about this. It is already night so let’s finish this lecture here.”

“Very well then, good night to you Ellen.”

“Good night Ali.” *chuckles*

She really enjoys using that nickname. This is going to be the first time I go to the village, I’m a little hyped.