Chapter 88: House Arrest

Three months passed, and Robin was still staying at Si Tan Fu Xueyuan; during that time Lina visited him once.

The real purpose was still to interrogate Robin; if she discovered his true identity, the consequences would be unimaginable.

During these three months, he devoted himself to cultivation every day, having entered the Knight Late Stage, and also began to combine Magic Power with the Knight's primal force in combat.

Under this period's simulation, his panel displayed new data: Magic Power Value and Life Force Value.

【Name】: Robin

【Profession】: Knight/Wizard

【Level】: Knight (Late Stage) Wizard (Second-level Apprentice)

【Life Force】: 1100

【Magic Power】: 200

【Skills】:

Second-tier Swordsmanship: sword attacks gain 20% power increase, Experience: 2458/20000

Second-tier Hand-to-Hand Combat: close-combat attacks gain 10% power increase, Experience: 2358/20000

Second-tier Archery: arrow attacks gain 20% power increase, Experience: 1085/20000

Third-tier Forging: can craft all weapon and equipment types, with a 50% chance to produce low-quality gear, a 30% chance for medium-quality gear, and a 20% chance for common gear.

Archery Skill: Earth Explosion Arrow (concentrates Earth Primordial Force Archery, explodes on impact, consumes a great amount).

Soil Dragon Breathing Method (Advanced Knight Level): basic life recovery, Knight Level Experience: 8528/10000

Life Force: 300

Spirit Snake Breathing Method (Knight Apprentice Level): basic agility, greatly increased bodily flexibility, Knight Apprentice Level Experience: 4524/10000

Life Force: 200

Dragon Devouring Breathing Method (????): can simultaneously practice other breathing methods, devouring their Life Force to aid one's own breakthrough.

Knight Apprentice Level Experience: 8082/10000 (Can practice additional breathing method: 1/1)

Life Force: 600

Giant Rock Basic Meditation Method (Entry Level): basic spirit, basic earth element perception, Second-level Wizard Apprentice Experience: 4245/10000

Magic Power: 200

【Equipment】: Great Horse Leather Warrior Steel Tang Sword, Pulley Composite Bow

Global Experience: 521

"Life Force is the sum of the three Breathing Methods," Robin couldn't help but gasp a cold breath.

"That's the advantage of practicing multiple Breathing Methods together."

Robin sat on his dormitory bed, carefully examining his Attribute Panel, feeling both excitement and awe.

Three months of full-force cultivation gave his strength a noticeable boost.

His Knight level had reached the Late Stage, and the total Life Force surpassed 1100 points, granting him greater endurance and burst power in battle.

"Life Force is the sum of the three Breathing Methods..." Robin muttered softly, a spark of excitement flashing in his eyes.

His decision to practice multiple Breathing Methods was correct.

Although each individual Breathing Method had limited effect, together they produced a qualitative change.

Especially the special effect of the "Dragon Devouring Breathing Method," which let him consume the Life Force of other Breathing Methods to aid his breakthrough, undoubtedly giving him huge potential for future cultivation.

However, Robin was not satisfied; although his Magic Power Value had increased, it was still far insufficient.

The Wizard Council may have placed him under house arrest here, but they had no intention of truly training him. He must rely on his own effort to break through to higher levels as soon as possible.

"My Magic Power Value is only 200, casting a few basic spells will drain it..." Robin frowned, silently calculating.

"And what is the Inscribed Spell Model?"

At that moment, a faint knock came from outside the door.

"Luo Yi, are you there?" Lina's voice.

Robin's heart tightened, he quickly folded away the Attribute Panel, steadied his emotions, then rose and opened the door.

"Lina, what's up?" Robin asked, feigning calm.

Lina stood outside, her gaze cold as she surveyed him: "How's your cultivation lately?"

Robin smiled lightly, his tone relaxed: "Not bad, the academy's resources are abundant, and my strength has improved considerably."

Lina nodded, seemingly unsurprised by his answer: "Good. However, I remind you not to try to hide anything. The Wizard Council values you highly and hopes you will cooperate properly."

Robin felt a weight in his chest, yet his face remained calm: "I understand. I will fully cooperate with the Wizard Council's arrangements."

Lina stared at him for a few seconds, seeming to try to read something from his expression, but finally said lightly: "I hope so."

After speaking, she turned and left, leaving Robin standing alone in the doorway.

Robin closed the door and let out a long sigh. He knew Lina's visit was clearly a test.

The Wizard Council's suspicion of him had not faded; instead, it grew more vigilant as time passed.

"We can't go on like this..." Robin muttered softly, a flash of resolve in his eyes.

He must act quickly; staying in the academy any longer would only plunge him into a more passive situation.

He decided to use the results of his cultivation during this period to find a chance to leave the academy and escape the Wizard Council's control.

That night, Robin quietly packed his gear, preparing to depart in the dead of night.

When he pushed open his door, he found several Wizard Council members in silver-white robes standing in the hallway, staring at him coldly.

"Luo Yi Black, where are you going?" the leading wizard asked coldly.

Robin's heart tightened, yet his face stayed calm: "I just want to go outside for some fresh air."

"Fresh air? At this late hour, does fresh air require you to bring luggage?"

Robin knew he could no longer hide it. He took a deep breath and whispered: "I don't want to be house‑arrested here any longer. I have my own matters to attend to."

That Wizard shook his head, his tone icy: "It's a pity, you are now an important figure of the Wizard Council and cannot leave at will. Please return to your room, otherwise we will take forcible measures."

Robin clenched his fists, his heart filled with anger and helplessness. He knew his current strength was still insufficient to oppose the Wizard Council; forcing a breakout would only plunge him into greater danger.

"Alright..." Robin said softly, turning and returning to his room.

After closing the door, Robin leaned against the wall and let out a long breath. He had to think of another way.

Since a frontal breakout was impossible, he could only leave the academy through other means.

"Perhaps I can rely on Lao Mao's power..." Robin thought to himself.

Inside a secret chamber in a certain northern territory.

Ka Jia Ni sat cross-legged in a dim underground chamber, both hands tightly gripping a piece of jet‑black crystal—a black crystal.

The crystal's surface flickered with an eerie light, as if countless tiny black flames were dancing within.

Ka Jia Ni's eyes were tightly shut, fine beads of sweat oozing from his forehead, his whole body enveloped in a thick aura of black dark magic.

"Not enough... not enough..." Ka Jia Ni muttered softly, his voice tinged with a hint of madness.

(End of chapter)