Chapter 315: Ma Jia's Question

"I want to learn alchemy knowledge from you, my lord."

"Fine, then I shall bestow upon you this copy of 'Breaking Bad from Scratch'."

"My lord, I would like to ask for some knowledge regarding elemental transformation."

"Very well, take this copy of 'The Periodic Table: From Entry to Burial'."

"Lord Joker, I would like to ask for your opinion on necromancy."

"Good question. The mystery of necromancy lies not in slaughter, but in the transition between life and death. You have great potential; I have a copy of 'Witch's Complete Guide to Medical Anatomy' here, study it well first."

"My lord, I want to learn prophecy..."

"Get lost, I really don't know that. My prophecy is too talent-dependent; you won't be able to learn it. How about this: which prophecy technique are you most proficient in? I'll help you optimize your ritual."

One by one, the players walked up and then left satisfied. Only the Phantom King was somewhat disappointed, as among the subsequent contestants, no one else could produce an otherworldly forbidden spell relic like the Frost Snow Witch's. Furthermore, the questions they asked were all too simple for Dorothy, leaving her lacking a sense of accomplishment.

Only the questions from the top ten contestants she had previously paid attention to were slightly interesting. Although their insights in their respective fields seemed a bit immature to Dorothy, she could vaguely glimpse the distinct personalities of those young witches. They already had their own understanding of the paths they were walking and were no longer just reciting from books; they were all promising talents.

As long as they could maintain their current mindset and forge ahead, their future would be promising. Truly promising.

You play the charlatan, I make poison, she buries the dead; everyone has a bright future.

However, if Dorothy had to pick the witch who left the deepest impression, it would probably be that Elemental Empress. This explosive witch was actually a rare Primordial Witch—the kind who had just ascended and evolved from a human. Her parents were merely ordinary human mages.

Nowadays, the number of such Primordial Witches is truly rare; the entire Witch Realm only produces about a hundred lucky ones a year. Moreover, such Primordial Witches usually have excellent aptitude. Lacking a racial template inherited from their parents, their starting point is slightly weaker, but their plasticity is stronger. It has its pros and cons.

However, because they have no witch elders to rely on, the growth environment for such Primordial Witches is ultimately not very good. Mortal parents can hardly provide them with much assistance. Fortunately, the Sage Council has set up scholarship programs specifically for these Primordial Witches, which can provide them with some basic witch rights, such as free schooling.

From this perspective, this Elemental Empress is somewhat similar to a child from a poor family who was admitted to an elite school because of excellent grades—a standard Cinderella persona.

But judging from the result that she had already been admitted to the Inquisition, she was truly self-reliant and inspiring. She might just be the king of grinders.

"Next."

One of the Phantom King's thought circuits was lost in wild thoughts, while the other circuit habitually called out after dealing with another contestant.

Only, without realizing it, she seemed to have almost finished giving out rewards. Now, only the last person remained—an old acquaintance, Ma Jia.

However, when the Succubus Witch walked toward her with elegant cat-like steps, controlling the Joker phantom, Dorothy was stunned.

Previously, when she was standing outside the arena overlooking everything, she hadn't seen clearly, only feeling that Ma Jia seemed to have had a breakthrough. But now, as she descended in the form of the Phantom King and faced this old friend directly, she keenly sensed something abnormal.

Hiss, is this still that cold-faced Rakshasa, the Jade-Faced Asura, the Disciplinary Committee Chair? Why has she become so sultry now? She really looks like a succubus.

Looking at Ma Jia before her, whose every move was naturally seductive—even when just walking, her plump waist and hips swayed with every step of those long legs—Dorothy was baffled.

Is this still that righteous, unapproachable Armament Society President who seemed determined to marry herself to the Martial Path?

Sister, your persona has changed.

Especially now, being stared at by the Succubus Witch's heart-shaped eyes, for a moment, the Phantom King, as an energy entity, felt goosebumps rising all over.

It was terrifying, feeling as if she were being targeted by something dreadful.

Ah, so there really are such heart-shaped eyes in reality?

The Home Witch was also shocked.

She had originally thought Senior Fan Ni's square pupils were strange enough, but she hadn't expected this to be even more outrageous.

"What's wrong with you?"

Dorothy couldn't help but ask.

"Nothing, I've just entered Apostle Mode."

Upon seeing this Phantom King who contained the consciousness of the Young Lady, Ma Jia's body, already surging with desire, trembled slightly. However, the Succubus Witch's will remained very clear, and she explained calmly.

"I see. That must be tough for you."

Dorothy suddenly realized and breathed a sigh of relief.

She was almost scared to death. Just now, Ma Jia's gaze always gave her a sense of horror, as if she were about to be devoured alive. That feeling was like a fit young man surrounded by a group of thirsty rich women holding 'happy balls'—it was truly stressful.

With the Home Witch's knowledge, she had naturally heard of the Demon Witch's Apostle Mode. She knew that Demon Witches in this mode would be protected by the power of Original Sin, greatly increasing their strength, but they would also inevitably be influenced by the power of Original Sin, causing their behavior to be slightly abnormal.

So, it was understandable that Ma Jia, as a Succubus Witch, had suddenly become so thirsty and sultry. This wasn't her true nature; it was just the influence of Original Sin.

She had almost thought just now that this Disciplinary Committee Chair had taken a fancy to her. It gave her a fright. She had said that this martial arts fanatic couldn't possibly be interested in anything other than the Martial Path.

"Then what do you want to learn? Don't be shy, just speak up. If I can teach it, I definitely will."

Regarding this old acquaintance, the Home Witch spoke quite generously.

But in truth, there wasn't much she could teach. After all, although her Martial Path realm in the Battle Arts department was now higher than Ma Jia's—having become a Martial Saint—in terms of understanding the Battle Arts, the Succubus Witch, as the Armament Society President, was no less capable than her. It seemed all she could teach was the experience of breaking through to Martial Saint.

But the problem was that her Martial Saint status was achieved by cheating, relying on Senior Fan Ni's mana. She wasn't sure if her experience had any reference value for others.

"Mm-ah, then teach me how to walk into your heart."

Since the Young Lady had said so, Ma Jia didn't hold back and suddenly said this.

Dorothy: "???"

... The Home Witch is stunned... ===== CHAPTER 316 =====