Ability and Strength
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"Today, we will learn the basics of an ability..." Mr. Roy's voice sounded like a whisper in my ear.
I'm lazy to study, because it sucks.
It's not like I'm smart or anything, however, I don't need it.
That's why I always try to sleep during school hours.
Pak Roy's voice explaining the lesson continued, until he finally stopped to disturb my sleep.
"Hey, Arya!" When I opened my eyes, Mr. Roy was already standing in front of me.
I lifted my head halfheartedly.
"Can you explain the difference in strength & ability?" Mr. Roy tested me.
What? Just such a trivial question you shouldn't wake me up.
"That's easy isn't it?"
"Oh... Then try to explain! Everyone, listen to the explanation!" asked Mr. Roy to the class, pounding the table with the long ruler.
Uh... Did he do this on purpose?
This is very troublesome.
I took a deep breath, began to explain. "Ability is a capacity or talent acquired intentionally or naturally that enables an individual to carry out a particular job or task successfully"
Mr. Roy raised his eyebrows. "Then what about strength?" Asked again.
"While strength is something related to the ability to take action or achieve certain results through a set of talents, characteristics, functions, processes, or services that can be controlled and measured, or a certain level of competence in carrying out a particular job."
"Haha ... What a perfect explanation! As expected of a Kenzie family." Praise him.
"Are you done? Can I continue sleeping?" I asked him, showing a bored face.
Alvarado who sat beside me giggled.
What is so funny?
"Wait a minute... Not done yet..." Mr. Roy held me.
I looked up, asked, "Still going?"
"Then what should be done with these powers and abilities, or rather what can be done for both of them?"
Again He asked a very easy question. Or maybe just me?
Because the others don't seem to know about it.
"Huh ..." For the umpteenth time, I let out a sigh in front of him.
"You can increase your powers, but not abilities. Abilities can only be developed in terms of their qualities, or transforming these abilities from one to another." I explained.
"Yep! That said... Even that explanation is better than mine." After he complimented me, the bell rang signaling the end of class.
"Alright, that's all I can say. Don't forget to keep increasing your strength!" Then he walked out, leaving the classroom.
I laid my head on the table, went back to sleep.
"Hey, Ara!" Alvarado poked my body.
I silently ignore it.
"I wonder how you can be that smart when you never study?" His face looked very curious.
Even though he had only met for a few days, he was just getting close. It sucks.
Hmm... How are you? Are you curious too? All right, I'll tell you.
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Yesterday I went to the city library. Not going as you might imagine, like walking or taking public transportation.
I won't do troublesome things like that. I teleported.
Just snap my finger and I will move directly to the front of the city library.
I don't go to the library to read books, turning each page slowly. It drains too much energy.
But no matter what, I'm still learning, right? Knowledge exists to protect oneself.
Well... You know what? As people say, the more knowledge you have, the more likely it is to protect yourself.
Wearing jeans and black sweater I'm ready to go.
Ptak
I snapped my fingers.
Instantly I moved to the front of the library in the downtown part where I live.
Lots of people passing by today. Obviously because it's Sunday.
I walked into the library while looking around, making sure no one recognized me.
The city library is very large, so big it can accommodate tens or even hundreds of shelves filled with ancient books to contemporary books. From basic knowledge books to books on how to revolutionize abilities.
The city library is very complete.
It is said that this library is very historical, it was founded during the reign of the first king of the eastern country. This means that it can be said that it was founded at the same time as the founding of this country.
This library had experienced a huge fire during the war, this happened due to enemy attacks that were targeting the knowledge center of this eastern country.
Almost all of his books were burned to the ground. At that time the king was confused about how to rebuild this library.
When it comes to building it is easy, but the contents of the book are very important.
Until finally there was a young man who told the king that he had memorized the entire book in the library that had been burned down.
Her name is Kenzie.
He was willing to rewrite the entire contents of the books in the library if the king promised to give his family a knighthood.
The king also granted the young man's request. The young man who had already got what he wanted began to rewrite all the books that had ever been in the library.
Therefore, most of the books in this library are handwritten. the government deliberately does not change it to show the public that there is history stored behind it.
I walked in the section that discusses strengths & abilities, trying to find books that discuss only the basics.
After searching for a while, I found it. Title: The Basics In Mastering Abilities.
The book is a bit dusty, maybe this is an old book?
I touched the book then concentrated.
Instantly the book lit up, it felt like all the letters in it were flowing into my body through my veins.
It feels like a tickle but also feels very refreshing.
After a while, the process is complete.
I have memorized and mastered the entire contents of the book. Even I memorized the location of the dot and comma.
Well ... That's how I learn something. What did you say? Cheating? I do not care.
However, this is indeed an ability suitable for a lazy person like me.
After finishing with my business in the city library, I returned home using teleportation.
Again, a very impressive ability. So, don't be too jealous
with me ... Because I'm special.
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"Is that how it is? Now I understand." Said alvarado with satisfaction.
"Yes like that."
Alvarado smiled, looking at me enviously. "It's a cunning ability, but it suits you very well."
I kept quiet, didn't reply. But I nodded silently.
I continued my sleep.
But I wondered why I bothered to explain to him one of my abilities.
Maybe I want to show off a little?
I have no idea.
"Wait a minute! Don't you have two abilities then? As far as I know, a person can only have one ability because it only has one trait."
"You don't know if I could be bipolar?" I teased him.
"No kidding... But if that's the case, it could explain why you have two abilities." Obviously.
"Maybe?" I replied carelessly, continued my sleep.
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