Chapter 218: Wizard King's Edict

Avatar Stance... the fusion of the substitute and the main body—this sounds exactly like the ideal solution he has been looking for.

"If I can reach 100% charging, I can obtain the power of the awakening form of black wizards, while avoiding permanent distortion and pollution."

A flash of imperceptible excitement passed through Luo En's eyes:

"This will be a perfect circulatory system, gaining power while avoiding risks."

"Perhaps after obtaining the 'Avatar of Calamity' form, it can even be used as a processing terminal for spiritual pollution, forming a self-sufficient energy circulatory system."

Luo En's thoughts extended rapidly, almost able to see a complete path.

He carefully put away the substitute puppet and placed it into a special energy-sealed box.

The experiment came to an end, but his mind still revolved around these new discoveries.

Walking out of the laboratory, Luo En noticed the changes in his senses for the first time.

The faint footsteps in the corridor, the friction of leaves in the distance, and even the rustling of mice inside the walls all clearly entered his ears.

The night was deep, but in his eyes, darkness was no longer an obstacle.

Every object was clearly visible, just that the colors became more cold-toned, as if shrouded in a layer of faint blue light.

When he passed through the workshop backyard, a pungent smell suddenly drilled into his nasal cavity.

It was a smell mixed with rot and mold, which ordinary people could hardly notice, but to the current Luo En, it was incomparably clear.

Following the smell, he discovered a moldy area in a corner of the wall that had not been cleaned for many days.

This detail might have been completely ignored by him in the past.

"The senses have indeed become abnormally sharp." Luo En evaluated his new ability:

"This is an invaluable advantage for exploring unknown areas and early warning."

He also noticed an interesting phenomenon—whenever approaching certain items that clearly carried dark or distorted energy, there would be a slight tingling sensation on the skin, just like a kind of instinctive warning system.

"The 'Hunt Evil' ability of the Demon Hunter... it seems it includes not only enhancing perception of specific creatures but also intuitive sensing of inorganic targets."

Returning to his room, Luo En stood in front of the full-length mirror, carefully checking if there were any changes in his appearance.

To his satisfaction, except for the color of his eyes seeming to deepen slightly, there were no obvious differences in other aspects.

This is exactly what he hoped for—internal power improvement, not external distortion.

Subsequently, he began to try releasing some simple spells to test the changes in spiritual power.

——Sonic Oscillation

An invisible ripple spread out from his palm, more precise and powerful than ever before.

The echo effect produced after the ripple hit the target was also more obvious, causing more sustained damage.

The improvement in perception ability allowed him to control the frequency and energy distribution of the ripples more precisely.

He could even make fine adjustments after the ripple was released, which was a fine control difficult to imagine in the past.

——Ring of Radiance

A dazzling ring of light appeared around him, the light more intense than usual, illuminating the entire room.

The radius and stability of the ring of light also had obvious improvements.

What was even more surprising was that he could now control the temperature and spectrum of the ring of light simultaneously.

Making it exhibit different traits in different areas, greatly enhancing the practicality and flexibility of this spell.

——Spiritual Interference

This time, he could even feel his spiritual power stretching precisely like fine threads, able to capture the target's thought fluctuations more clearly.

The enhanced perception ability made him more sensitive to subtle differences in spiritual fluctuations.

Able to more accurately find the weak points of the target's thinking, making the interference effect more precise and effective.

"The power and control precision of the spells have both been significantly improved." Luo En nodded in satisfaction:

"This should be the dual benefit of spiritual attribute improvement and perception enhancement."

He sat on the edge of the bed, closed his eyes, and began a deep meditation to comprehensively examine his changes.

He could clearly feel two different energy flows intertwining and flowing in his body:

One was the bloodline power derived from the Bloodline Knight and Demon Hunter, and the other was the basic magic power flow.

These two energies did not simply exist in parallel but formed an exquisite circulatory system.

The bloodline power enhances physical fitness and provides special perception and resistance, while magic power connects the two, allowing them to coexist harmoniously.

At the core of this cycle, Luo En discovered a brand-new energy node—it was the source of the "Flesh Awakening" ability.

It was a semi-transparent dark purple vortex, containing heart-palpitating power.

Even in the meditative state, he could feel the temptation of that power:

So powerful, so direct, enough to push him to a higher power level in an instant.

But just as the panel warned, this power carried non-negligible danger.

Deep in the vortex, Luo En captured some uncontrolled energy fluctuations, like beasts in a cage, ready to move, waiting for the moment to be released.

………………

Hayek's office is located on the top floor of the school's central tower, with an excellent view, and the large floor-to-ceiling windows can take in the scenery of the entire Black Mist Jungle.

At this time, the sunset sprinkled its afterglow on the distant mountains, plating them with a layer of pale golden outline.

Indoors, the three most core formal wizards of the school were sitting around an ancient round table.

The tabletop was carved from a single piece of abyssal black wood, with fine and complex patterns flowing on the surface, capable of blocking all peeping and eavesdropping.

Solon sat on Hayek's left, wearing that gray robe as always, his face as calm as water.

Only today, those eyes that were always carrying tired bloodshot streaks in the past were unusually bright and clear, as if washed clean of years of dust by some mysterious power.

Yuni sat on the right, and in that silver-white long hair, no one knew when a few strands of light purple fine threads had been mixed in, like a flowing galaxy.

Unlike weekdays, her complexion was unusually good today.

The wrinkles on her face seemed to have become much shallower, and the whole person looked at least ten years younger.

Hayek gently shook the amber liquid in his hand, his gaze thoughtful as he looked out the window, and then opened his mouth inadvertently:

"Old friends, it seems Ailan finally made a move."

Solon picked up the teacup on the table, took a shallow sip, and raised his eyebrows:

"That child Ralph?"

"Yes, just a few days ago."

Hayek sighed, his fingers tapping the table unconsciously, forming a peculiar rhythm:

"She told him that path."

Yuni's fingers stiffened slightly, her eyes drifting into the distance, as if seeing some long-past image.

Her thoughts were pulled back to the memory of more than a hundred years ago:

That pink-haired girl who was always wearing a royal blue dress, with eyes always flickering with confidence, walking through the corridors of the Crystal Spire like a whirlwind.

Wherever she went, she attracted the envious gazes of countless apprentices—Ailan at that time was so dazzling, so arrogant.

"Another guy who is unwilling to be ordinary..." Yuni whispered, her voice as thin as a mosquito, but full of some complex emotion.

Hayek shook his head, took a sip of wine, his face slightly softened by the memory:

"That child Luo En is indeed a bit special, and has a few similarities to her back then."

"Similar?" Solon raised his eyebrows, a flash of vigilance in his eyes: "Are you saying that he also has more special talents?"

Hayek did not answer directly but turned to Yuni on the other side: "You taught him elemental studies, how does it feel?"

Yuni's fingers gently rubbed the edge of the cup, her eyes closed slightly, as if recalling:

"That child is indeed different, rarely seen in the school for many years, and has that kind of peculiar... affinity."

She weighed her words, avoiding saying too clearly.

Solon nodded in agreement:

"Indeed, I have never seen a student so easy to get started with, as if he was born knowing those complex spell construction principles. And..."

He paused, his voice lowered: "His spiritual structure is a bit special, very stable."

Hayek took a deep breath, leaned back in his chair, his eyes becoming deep:

"Even so, I am still worried that history will repeat itself; that path is too dangerous."

Yuni shook her head gently, her gaze cast toward the forest gradually swallowed by darkness outside the window.

Her thoughts drifted back to the past once again:

After that failed impact, Ailan's face full of pain, and those eyes that were still stubborn.

Even though half of her body had already been immersed in the river of death, she still had no intention of regretting.

"She did succeed halfway."

Yuni said softly, her tone containing a hint of imperceptible envy:

"If not for that..." She did not finish, but everyone present understood the implication.

"Precisely because she succeeded halfway, she paid a greater price."

Hayek's expression became solemn, his voice low:

"Stepping into that realm with half a body, yet unable to fully cross the threshold—that kind of pain is probably even harder to endure than direct failure."

Solon sighed lightly: "And there was that accident."

He cautiously chose his words: "If she had chosen the conventional path and signed that contract, she wouldn't have..."

"She was too proud." Yuni interrupted, her voice containing a hint of imperceptible pain.

In front of her eyes appeared that scene again—Ailan returning from abyssal exploration, covered in blood.

One arm was almost completely torn off, and there was a shocking hole in her waist and abdomen, with internal organs clearly visible...

And those eyes were still full of stubbornness and unwillingness...

Hayek nodded gently: "Proud... indeed. But which true genius is not proud?"

A brief silence enveloped the room.

The three wizards were each immersed in memories, and the darkness outside the window had completely swallowed the last ray of sunlight.

"The problem now is," Hayek finally broke the silence:

"How should we respond to this situation?"

"Regardless, it's too late to discuss these things now." Solon said calmly:

"Since Ailan has already told Luo En about the True Path, according to the Wizard King's Edict, we cannot interfere with his choice anymore."

"Wizard King's Edict..." Hayek whispered, his eyes becoming deep.

The three fell into silence again.

In the wizarding world, the "Wizard King's Edict" is the highest-level rule constraint.

Generated by the "Truth Court" composed of some Wizard Kings, even a Great Wizard would not dare to violate it easily.

"Article 7 of the Edict: 'Any practitioner who intends to attempt the True Path shall not be subjected to any form of interference or coercion, including but not limited to surveillance, contract compulsion, will influence, etc.; violators will face sanctions from the Truth Court.'"

Solon quoted word for word.

"Not only that," Yuni added:

"The Edict also requires us to ensure that the ritual process of the attempter is not disturbed by the outside world within our capability, and to provide necessary protection."

Hayek sighed long:

"Of course I know the requirements of the Edict. With Luo En's talent, if he really succeeds, he is very likely to become a Great Wizard in the future, or even higher. Such a genius naturally deserves the extra attention and protection of Great Wizards and even Wizard Kings."

"What they care about is not just the growth potential of a genius."

Solon said meaningfully:

"There is also the value of that kind of pure Grace; only a Primordial Wizard who promotes through the True Path can produce Grace that is also effective for Great Wizards and higher existences."

Hayek nodded, a flash of understanding in his eyes:

"This is the real reason why the Wizard Kings formulated the Edict. In the entire Ring Abyss Continent Group, there are very few forces that can affect their level, and pure Grace is exactly one of them."

"Speaking of Grace..."

Hayek's gaze suddenly became sharp, and he looked at Solon and Yuni:

"I noticed your states recently, they seem to be much better than before."

Solon and Yuni smiled at each other and did not respond immediately.

Hayek observed the two carefully—Solon's skin was healthier than usual, his eyes clearer and sharper.

And the whole person exuded a pure aura from the inside out, as if the spiritual pollution accumulated in his body for many years had been swept away.

Yuni's changes were even more obvious.

She looked at least ten years younger, with some purple hair strands mixed in her silver-white long hair.

The wrinkles on her face had decreased a lot, and the spirit in her eyes was also more energetic than before.

"You have both received Luo En's Grace?"

Hayek said almost affirmatively, his tone carrying a hint of undisguised surprise.

Facing this direct question, Solon and Yuni still maintained a mysterious smile, noncommittal.

"No need to hide it."

Yuni finally spoke, her voice carrying a hint of pleasure:

"That child's Grace is indeed very special, the purity far exceeds that of ordinary people, and the effect is also more lasting than the Grace of general apprentices."

Solon nodded in agreement:

"The most incredible thing is the purification effect. The spiritual pollution I have accumulated for many years in my body actually decreased by nearly 30% after contacting his Grace."

"And we didn't deliberately guide it; this is just the effect of natural emission."

Yuni added, her eyes flickering with amazed light: "If he successfully promotes to a Primordial Wizard, the effect of that Grace will be even more amazing."

Hayek's expression became complex, containing both surprise and a hint of regret:

"It seems I indeed underestimated his value. If I had known this, I should have paid more attention to him when he first came to the school and provided more guidance."

"It's too late for regrets now."

Solon said calmly: "And given that child's personality, your deliberate approach might instead arouse his vigilance."

"Well said." Hayek sighed lightly:

"Luo En Ralph... this name might shake the entire wizarding world in the future. Regardless of whether he successfully promotes to a Primordial Wizard or fails in the attempt, we will all witness the birth or fall of a legend."

"Now all we can do is follow the requirements of the Edict and ensure his promotion attempt is not disturbed."

Yuni said sternly: "I have already started to arrange the surrounding protective magic arrays to monitor any possible interference sources."

"I will be responsible for strengthening the school's energy barrier."

Solon added: "Ensuring that no external force interferes with the operation of the school, especially at the critical moment of the Star Ring Convergence."

Hayek pondered for a moment and made up his mind:

"I will personally check the seal status of the bloodline altar to ensure that those abyssal energies will not leak at a critical moment. At the same time, I will also slow down the investigation of Valen and the others to avoid excessive interference from the Crystal Spire."

The three formal wizards exchanged a solemn look, silently confirming each other's responsibilities and determination.

"If Ailan's judgment is correct,"

Hayek finally said: "Then the Star Ring Convergence three months from now, we will witness the birth of a Primordial Wizard, which will be the most glorious moment since the establishment of the Black Mist School hundreds of years ago."

Yuni gently lifted her cup: "For the future of the school."

Solon and Hayek also lifted their respective cups, the three clashing, making a crisp sound.

"For that brave young man," Solon added in a low voice: "Regardless of success or failure."

"For the time that has passed and the changes that are coming."

Hayek finally said, silently drinking the liquid in the cup.

(End of chapter) ===== CHAPTER 219 =====