>Let the rock go and let it float for a little bit. Try hovering at just a few inches to practice while waiting.
>You let go of the rock, and watch it, trying to force yourself to remember the weightlessness from before.
>It takes a little time, but you are able to lift yourself off the ground as Byakuren emerges from the temple, carrying a list. "Oh, very good," she says. "But let me warn you. As far as flight is concerned, you have learned to walk. If you wish to play danmaku, you will have to learn to dance. It will not do to have to slow to a stop, or change directions over a curve. So please do not charge into anything recklessly."
>She hands you a piece of paper. "I will need a star mushroom, some ground ragewort, a geode, and some high quality bloodmoss. The mushroom should be available in the Forest of Magic. The ragewort will requite an herbalist, I am certain the one in the village will not have it. The geode, I am not sure where you would find it. I petitioned the faeries the last time I needed one, which was quite a long time ago. The bloodmoss grows in caves. I've included rough sketches for you.
>"As well, I would like you to assist Murasa, if you find yourself underground again. She is currently in charge of the clinic we run there. And make sure she is actually carrying out her duties and not partying with the oni."
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