Marvel’s Disassembler

The Ancient One's words were so cryptic that Arthur was left dazed.

What does it mean to be "within" or "outside" the world? Why is the relationship between his power and the world so unclear?

However, upon closer thought, Arthur realized that the Ancient One's statements weren't entirely wrong. The Disassembler Disassemble weapon and item did indeed come from a broad range of sources. 

All powers were converted into colorless small crystals, eventually becoming his own colorless energy. It could indeed be said to come from all things.

But what does it mean to transcend all things?

"There is a world within you."

The Ancient One's enigmatic words once again reached Arthur's ears.

Arthur looked down in curiosity and then scratched his head, "Well, this world inside me can't be very big."

In novels, he had read about similar descriptions. Those who practiced intensely would sometimes create a world within their own body. What was even more terrifying was that such worlds could often give birth to life.

Not just life, but even people! They would live, reproduce, and create unique cultures until one day, a monkey child would shout, 'I control my own fate,' and make a hole in 'heaven,' only to discover that they were actually inside someone else's belly…

Arthur quickly shut down his wandering thoughts. His own belly probably didn't have that many 'people,' so he didn't need to worry about being 'forced' into reproduction.

The Ancient One had no idea of the chaotic thoughts swirling in Arthur's mind at that moment.

She continued seriously, "The language of mysterious spells has existed since the birth of civilization. Long ago, Sorcerers referred to this mysterious language as spells. We extract power from other dimensions within the multiverse, recite spells, and forge shields and weapons to cast spells."

She paused here, seemingly organizing her thoughts, and then continued, "But you are different. Although you exist within the world, you are independent of it. In a normal manner, you would not even be able to perceive the multiverse. This is because… you yourself represent a world. Your spirit cannot connect to the multiverse. Even with precise spells, you can only mobilize your own self, not the world."

Arthur was a bit stunned. After all this, it seemed that the implication was… he was a magic novice.

"But you are also uniquely gifted."

The Ancient One's next words opened a new door for Arthur: "Although you cannot feel the multiverse and cannot draw power from it, you are a world unto yourself. You only need to sense your own self to wield your power and unleash incredible phenomena."

"Remarkable!"

A trace of excitement appeared on the Ancient One's face. "No wonder you slept for so long. You once came into contact with one of the most fundamental powers in this universe. But instead of being assimilated by this power, you assimilated it, incorporating it into your own body! This is… astonishing!"

"Do you realize!"

The Ancient One suddenly came closer to Arthur, placing her hands on his shoulders and looking at him as if he were a rare treasure. "In the future, you might… become a true immortal!"

Arthur felt like a bystander, watching the Ancient One in her mystical state.

Is she talking about me?

Should he break into a song, "We Are Different"?

"But not right now…"

The Ancient One spoke again, "You still have a long, long way to go. You need to learn to use yourself…"

Arthur glanced at his right hand instinctively and then quickly shook his head. Such whimsical thoughts were clearly inappropriate at this moment.

"Don't be in a hurry to reject." The Ancient One seemed to misunderstand, "What I can teach you is limited, but I hope to help you achieve greatness. You need to learn meditation and understand your own definition. Right now, you are still too weak. But it's alright. You are favored by fate and will eventually become extraordinary…"

At this point, a trace of sadness appeared in her eyes.

Arthur couldn't understand where this sadness came from and didn't know what to say.

The Ancient One, however, continued to smile, "You are good, at least very honest. You have found your heart and your own laws. At least so far, what I see about your future… once again fills me with hope."

"Hmm… What kind of hope?"

Arthur blinked.

"This hope… is change." The Ancient One clearly had a knack for being mystical.

Arthur was somewhat exasperated; this seemed no different from saying nothing at all.

"You will know in the future."

The Ancient One let out a soft sigh, "In return for your honesty, the knowledge of Kamar-Taj can be opened to you. You are not a student of Kamar-Taj, but you can receive its friendship."

"So what… should I do now?"

Arthur felt that despite all the grand promises from the Ancient One, there was nothing concrete. After all, no matter how impressive the Ancient One's praises of him were, he was still not a match for her, nor for that old man from Asgard. Even Thanos, who liked to collect stones from the universe, was beyond his current abilities.

The Ancient One had painted him a grand picture, but now he could only look at it and not enjoy it.

"Follow what is in your heart. What do you wish to do now?" The Ancient One asked.

Arthur scratched his head, "I want to learn meditation."

"Then I will teach you."

The Ancient One was a woman of her word. As soon as Arthur finished speaking, she promptly placed him on a chair.

Immerse in thought, understand yourself, empty your mind, and shift your spirit!

The Ancient One used many technical terms, then explained in layman's terms: "Close your eyes, stay alert, don't let your mind wander. You will lead yourself into a wonderful realm."

Arthur closed his eyes and tried hard to empty his thoughts, but he couldn't feel his own spirit.

In his drowsy state, he was worried that he might fall asleep.

Just as he was about to drift off, a voice appeared by his ear: "Seek the mysteries within your body! Then open your eyes…"

The voice was not loud, but each note seemed to fall directly on his heart. In an instant, Arthur's mind felt like it had plunged into a misty dream, and he opened his eyes in a daze!

Brilliant like the galaxy, even more dazzling than the universe!

Arthur saw countless large stars, each as massive as the sun, but emitting a strong white light.

"What is this…"

Arthur muttered, staring at the scene before him.