Chapter 25

Mali listened carefully to the rules and regulations of the Alchemy Association, thought for a while, and asked, "You seem to have not mentioned the situation of violating the kingdom's laws?"

Jia Anda said, "The association advises members to abide by local laws and customs. If you accidentally break the law, you can also ask the association for help, and the association will come forward to negotiate with the lord, but it cannot guarantee that you can be acquitted."

Mali had a preliminary understanding of the Alchemy Association.

This was a transnational organization with a relatively loose structure, no unified political demands, and mainly for self-protection. At the same time, it had considerable influence on the entire continent and could override the law to a certain extent.

To sum up, alchemists were not nobles, but they possessed part of the power and status equivalent to nobles.

And they could also freely join various kingdoms and organizations, and the Alchemy Association would not stop them. Like Liweier, he had a string of titles and an honorary knight status.

Mali thanked Jia Anda, found an empty room, took off his assault jacket, and put the alchemy robe directly over the anti-stab vest inside. Although wearing it like this might be a bit bloated, he could accept some sacrifices in appearance for safety.

In addition, the temperature-regulating function that came with the robe was also very practical. The part against the anti-stab vest was actually a bit cool, and he didn't know how it was done.

After dressing, Mali also pinned the brooch representing the alchemist's identity on his chest.

In this way, at least when walking on the street, he would not be as unique as before, making people see at a glance that he was an Outsider.

When he came out, Yisi and Dao Er Dun had already left, but Liweier and Leini were still there.

The old alchemist came over again. "This is yours, right?"

Mali saw the compass in his hand. "Oh, thank you."

"And these two," Liweier took out the canned tuna and bear spray, his eyes full of thirst for knowledge. "Can you tell me what these are for? I haven't seen them in ancient literature."

"This is food, and this can be used to deal with wild beasts," Mali didn't hide it.

Liweier let out an exclamation. "Edible metal? Ancient alchemy is really unpredictable."

"Uh, actually, the food is packed in this. You can eat it by pulling the ring on the top. If you like it, I can give you this box of canned tuna as... a thank you for serving as a recommender. However, the things inside are a bit salty, it's best to eat with staple food."

Mali said while inserting the bear spray into the side pocket of his backpack.

The old alchemist was very happy, carefully put away the box of oil-soaked canned tuna that was on sale for 14.9 in the supermarket, and promised Mali, "I will study it well!"

However, he didn't leave after saying that, still standing in place with burning eyes.

"Is there anything else?"

"Actually, I have many things I want to ask you," Liweier said excitedly, even using honorifics. "Your attainments in ancient alchemy are the best I have ever seen in my life, and can simply be called extraordinary."

"You are too polite," Mali said. "Speaking of which, I also want to know what the ancient alchemy you mentioned refers to?"

"You know the three major schools of alchemists, right?"

Seeing that Mali seemed a bit confused, Leini took the initiative to stand up and explain to her teacher. "It's the pattern on the door of the Alchemy Association and on your brooch."

"The crucible in the bottom left represents the Potion School, which is best at refining potions. The hexagram in the bottom right represents the Runic School, famous for rune inlay."

"What about the heart on the top?"

"That is the Fusion School. It is said that in the ancient civilization ten thousand years ago, the Fusion School reached its peak, far exceeding other schools. At that time, alchemists could purify concepts from an object and then integrate this concept into another object, thereby creating unprecedented great works that everyone could use freely."

"The biggest feature of alchemy creations made by the Fusion School is that they do not rely on magic power to maintain drive. Almost no magic power fluctuation can be felt on these alchemy creations, just like ordinary things, but they contain incredible powerful energy."

Liweier sighed with regret. "Unfortunately, with the fall of ancient civilization, most of the alchemy of the Fusion School has been lost. There are very few left today. There are less than five alchemists on this continent who still know how to use fusion alchemy."

"And their alchemy is far worse than the ancients. Some people therefore question the meaning of the existence of the Fusion School. In recent years, more and more guys with these stupid ideas have appeared. The development of magic has made them expand and arrogant, and even deny the brilliant achievements once achieved by the ancestors... but all this is different now."

The old alchemist swept away the gloom when he said this, and his tone was reinvigorated. "Because of your appearance, I see the hope of the revival of the Fusion School!"

However, Mali shook his head. "Sorry, you might have found the wrong person. I have no interest in reviving ancient alchemy."

"Then why did you show your hand at the Alchemy Association?" The excitement on Liweier's face gradually turned into confusion. "Isn't it to announce the return of the Fusion Alchemy School to the world in this way?!"

"As you can see, I am an Outsider. Obtaining the status of an alchemist is just to avoid some unnecessary trouble."

The old alchemist obviously didn't expect Mali's reason to be so simple and unadorned, and was stunned when he heard it.

However, Liweier was never a person who gave up easily, otherwise he wouldn't have ignored the obstruction and chosen ancient alchemy as his research direction.

Now the knowledge about ancient alchemy and fusion alchemy on the continent has been collected by him, and the Guangyao Staff has also invested a lot of money for this, but his research progress is very slow, and the School Council has long been dissatisfied, and canceling his teaching qualification is just the beginning.

Unlike his naive disciple, Liweier didn't think that he could return to the past by apologizing. Now he only had one way to make achievements, and if he wanted to go further, he must have a new breakthrough.

This Outsider in front of him was his breakthrough. In Liweier's eyes, Mali was like a huge academic treasure house, golden and shining, waiting for him to explore.

"What are your plans next?" The old alchemist took the initiative to change the subject.

"I am going to meet with my companion."

"Companion, is she also an alchemist who is good at ancient alchemy like you?" Liweier became interested again.

"No, she is a local."

"Oh, where are you meeting?" The old alchemist asked pretending not to care.

"Squirrel's Tail, it's an inn in the New District."

Liweier slapped his thigh. "Exactly, we haven't been in Yingjiao City for long, and we are also looking for an inn. Why don't we go together?"

"But teacher, isn't our luggage already at the 'Knight's Home'?" Leini reminded in a low voice. "You also said that the New District is dirty and messy, and it's not safe to live there."

"What do you know? I am exercising you. Your travel and adventure experience is too little. How can people be at ease when you act alone in the future? Check out of the Knight's Home, bring your luggage and come to Squirrel's Tail to find me."

Liweier put on the posture of a teacher. Leini felt a bit aggrieved, but couldn't say anything more, so she had to continue running errands.

"Is your luggage a lot? Should we go and help?" Mali said.

"Don't worry, I also handed the money bag to her for safekeeping. That child will hire someone," Liweier waved his hand. "Let's continue to talk about ancient alchemy. Is ancient alchemy very popular in your hometown..." ===== CHAPTER 26 =====