Marcus, having expected her response, didn't stop drinking or choke as most people would.  He took in a breath before speaking.<br/><br/>"Most other mages will have you believe that magic is a force that takes years to master.  This is not true.  If you wish to be effective like myself, you don't need to master anything.  All you need to do if figure out the flow of energy, tap into its current, have a vivid imagination and let your mind do all the work.  That's all it takes."