A Wizard seeks power to protect his beloved, only to lose the ability to love;
A scholar dedicates himself to exploring truth, only to lose his curiosity;
A ruler grows strong to govern the nation, ultimately losing his compassion.
"This is absurdity—the complete departure of goals from results, the absolute irony between the initial intention and the final outcome."
The atmosphere in the room grew heavy, as if an invisible weight pressed down on Ron's shoulders.
But the tone of the book suddenly became gentle:
"Child, do you know why I always tease those who ask questions first?"
"Why?" Ron couldn't help but ask.
"Because those who rush to gain power from the outset will ultimately be destroyed by that power."
A warm image appeared on the page.
It showed an old man telling stories to a group of children.
"I would rather you think of me as a joking old man than see you become a monster who sells everything for power."
