Chapter 270

Luo En did not answer immediately, but turned his gaze to the dark alchemy furnace deep in the room, which was surrounded by multiple rune isolation barriers.

It was an object with an ancient style, bronze-colored throughout, and its surface was covered with dense rune arrays.

This alchemy furnace was not his own collection, but a treasure temporarily borrowed from the Wang Guan Clan treasury through Yi Fu's connection—the "Silent Furnace."

This furnace had a near-perfect energy isolation effect; no matter how intense the energy conversion was inside, it was difficult for the outside world to detect even the slightest fluctuation.

Through the "two-way connection" ability established with the substitute puppet, he had been silently conducting "Sun-Day Excitation" body-tempering training during this period, gradually adapting to the infusion and conversion of Sun-Day energy.

After several months of unremitting efforts, this adaptation had reached a critical point and was synchronized to his main body through the "two-way connection."

The time was ripe; it was time to conduct the transformation ritual he had been brewing for a long time.

"Ailan, I plan to conduct a special ritual tonight."

Luo En's tone became solemn, while he gently stroked the space bag close to his body.

Inside it was stored the "Ancestor Model," a precious alchemical item containing pure Sun-Day essence, obtained from the Fa Lu Ke royal treasury:

"This ritual might also be of some benefit to you."

A flash of curiosity crossed Ailan's emerald eyes: "A ritual... can it also produce help for me?"

"I possess an incomplete special talent—Sun-Day Blessing."

Luo En explained slowly, his gaze deep:

"Tonight, I plan to try to complete it. And as a plant extraordinary life form that has evolved to the Ancient Tree Fairy layer, you have a natural affinity for light and heat. If you are willing, perhaps you can obtain some extra benefits during the ritual process."

Ailan gently shook her vines, and a light of thought flickered in her emerald eyes:

"You mean, let me also be exposed to Sun-Day energy while the ritual is in progress?"

"That's right." Luo En nodded and took out a bottle of pale golden potion from the space bag:

"Of course, this is not without risk. However, I have already prepared resistance potions, which theoretically should be able to help you resist most of the discomfort reactions."

He briefly informed Ailan of the data he had consulted and the results after consulting with people like Elliott and Reynolds, ensuring that she could fully understand the possible risks and benefits.

"If coordinated well, you might be able to obtain an improvement in light and heat resistance, or even develop some kind of photosynthetic conversion ability."

Luo En concluded: "Of course, the final decision rests with yourself."

Ailan did not hesitate for too long before making a decision:

"I am willing to try, Master. No matter the result, being able to experience this ritual with you is already my honor."

Luo En nodded slightly.

This was exactly in line with his style of pursuing the maximization of benefits.

Since a ritual was to be conducted, it was better to let the companions around him benefit from it as well.

"Very good, I will start preparing now."

He took out the "Ancestor Model" from the space bag.

This was a palm-sized humanoid object, presenting a warm golden color throughout.

Luo En carefully placed the model in the central groove of the alchemy furnace.

After infusing magic power, the Silent Furnace slowly started, emitting a low and rhythmic humming sound.

Wisps of steam rose from the furnace mouth, twisting and dancing in the air, as if they had life, trying to outline some indescribable image.

As he used his "Material Transmutation" skill, the Silent Furnace began to glow, first a dim orange, then gradually becoming bright, from orange-yellow to golden-yellow, and then to a near-blinding white-gold.

The Ancestor Model inside the furnace also began to vibrate slightly, and countless fine cracks appeared on its surface, constantly trembling like a boiling lake surface.

"First stage, awaken the sleeping Sun-Day essence..."

His spiritual power operated at full capacity, guiding the energy inside the alchemy furnace to flow along a specific path.

Suddenly, a crisp cracking sound rang out, and the Ancestor Model completely disintegrated in the scorching energy, turning into countless tiny golden particles that floated and rotated in the furnace, forming a miniature vortex.

Those golden particles began to release suffocatingly pure energy, like a miniature sun burning inside the furnace.

Luo En could feel the violence and purity of that energy, as if facing the flames of the sun, and an incredible scorching heat and pressure rushed toward him.

"Second stage, extract the Sun-Day essence..."

Fine beads of sweat seeped from his forehead; facing such a pure torrent of energy, even though he had already been promoted to a formal wizard, he still felt heavy pressure.

The surrounding air was distorted due to the high temperature, and he focused all his attention on guiding the energy toward a specific path.

Golden liquid overflowed from the furnace, flowing along the lines he had drawn, and finally gathered in front of Luo En, forming a rotating golden energy ball.

"This is the core of the Sun-Day essence..."

Luo En stared at the energy body that had condensed the power of the Sun God, a look of contemplation flashing in his eyes:

"The third stage is to complete the incomplete talent through the ritual."

In the following time, he began to be busy setting up various protective measures and ritual arrays.

First, he placed energy anchoring stones in the corners of the room to prevent sudden energy storms;

Then he drew a triple concentric circle array on the ground.

The outermost layer was an energy isolation layer composed of runes, which could effectively block any energy leakage;

The middle layer was a complex balancing array used to reconcile energy imbalances that might occur during the ritual process;

The inner layer was a guidance array specifically optimized for Sun-Day energy, which could maximize the absorption and purification of Sun-Day essence.

If it were him without the entry-level Rune Studies, perhaps he could only mechanically copy it as usual.

But now that he had some insights into rune drawing, he believed that these rune arrays could better help him guide out the Sun-Day energy.

"I will place the extracted essence in the center."

Luo En explained to Ailan while adjusting:

"After the ritual begins, you need to stand on the second layer of the array, so you can receive part of the energy without being overly exposed to the core area."

The preparation work continued until late at night, and when the starry sky outside the window gradually turned into a rich ultramarine blue, he finally completed the final check.

Luo En took a deep breath and turned to Ailan, who had already taken the resistance potion: "Are you ready?"

Ailan's vine body glowed slightly due to the potion, and her emerald leaves were like being draped with a layer of gauze by the morning light.

She nodded gently: "Everything is ready, Master."

"Then, the ritual begins."

Luo En stood in the center of the array, formed seals with his hands, and began to chant ancient incantations.

Each syllable seemed to contain some kind of power that transcended time and space, vibrating in the air and causing subtle resonance.

After triggering the ritual array, he took a deep breath and began to guide the golden energy ball.

In an instant, it felt as if the whole world had stopped for it.

Indescribable severe pain spread from his fingertips to his whole body instantly.

It was like countless white-hot knives stabbing into every cell at the same time, and it was also like being thrown into lava to be burned, and the pain nerves were almost overloaded.

Hearing this, a flash of surprise crossed Frederick's eyes:

"Ancient alchemists... It is rumored that you have the special talent of 'Hand of a Hundred Arts,' so I can understand your pursuit of 'Three Phases in One'."

The brief conversation revealed a massive amount of information that made the apprentices present excited.

Terms like ancient alchemist, Hand of a Hundred Arts, and Three Phases in One were like ancient myths to them.

Through the exchange between the two mentors, they felt as if they had caught a glimpse of a higher-level knowledge world.

After the class ended, the apprentices left the classroom reluctantly, many still enthusiastically discussing what they had learned today.

Luo En stayed behind to have a brief exchange with Frederick.

"Your goal is very ambitious, Supervisor Luo En," Frederick said while organizing the teaching materials:

"The last ancient alchemist passed away nearly a thousand years ago, and most of the existing data is only sealed in the archives of the Truth Court."

Luo En nodded slightly:

"Precisely because of this, it is even more precious. I have already accumulated some knowledge in potion-making and alchemy, and enchantment is the last piece of the puzzle I need to fill."

"This line of thinking is very clear," Frederick commented:

"However, the path of Three Phases in One is exceptionally difficult. Even in the history of the Crystal Spire, only a handful of people have truly mastered the essence of these three core skills."

"I understand the difficulty," Luo En's voice was steady: "But I believe that as long as the direction is correct, one can always find the path forward."

Frederick nodded and took a small crystal bead from his space bag, handing it to the other party:

"This is a 'Rune Memory Bead,' which contains some insights I recorded when I was learning in my early years. Perhaps it can save you some time in groping."

Luo En took the crystal bead and could feel the knowledge fluctuations contained within it.

This was a rare gift, containing the valuable experience of a senior enchanter.

"Thank you very much, Mentor Levin," Luo En said sincerely: "If there is an opportunity, I will definitely repay this kindness."

Frederick shook his head slightly:

"You are welcome. It is my honor to meet a young man with such passion for ancient heritage. Enchantment needs more such inheritors, and perhaps after you have results, I might also receive some of your 'favors' to some extent."

The two exchanged some professional questions and agreed to discuss them in depth when there was an opportunity, then left the classroom separately.

Walking on the way back to his residence, Luo En was in an exceptionally pleasant mood.

Today's harvest far exceeded expectations; not only did he acquire two new skills, but he also gained the recognition of a senior enchanter and precious materials.

This brought him one step closer to his goal of "Three Phases in One."

【Runology (Entry) experience +1】

【Current progress: Runology (Entry 5/50)】

【Enchantment (Entry) experience +1】

【Current progress: Enchantment (Entry 5/50)】

With the slow accumulation of experience points, Luo En began to think about how to improve these two skills more efficiently.

Compared with potion-making and alchemy, the learning progress of enchantment was clearly much slower, mainly due to the limitations of practice opportunities and guidance resources.

"To reach the proficient layer, I am afraid it will require more systematic learning and a large amount of practice."

He calculated in his heart, "But fortunately, the foundation has been established, and next, I just need to move forward along the correct path."

After returning to his residence, Luo En immediately entered the meditation room and took out the Rune Memory Bead for in-depth study.

The content recorded in the bead was far richer than he had expected, not only containing detailed analysis of basic runes but also some rare rune variants and simplification techniques.

These precious first-hand materials would save him a lot of time in groping.

And with the learning bonus of the career panel, he was confident that he could master these skills faster than ordinary people.

【Detected that you have already taken the Potion-maker and Alchemist careers, Runology experience acquisition speed slightly increased】

【Detected that you have already taken the Potion-maker and Alchemist careers, Enchantment experience acquisition speed slightly increased】

The prompt from the career panel strengthened Luo En's confidence.

Although the path of an enchanter is long, as long as the direction is correct, he will eventually reach his destination.

Three Phases in One—potion-making, alchemy, and enchantment—the perfect fusion of these three core skills will open a door for him to a higher realm.

Especially considering that the advanced trait of "Three Phases in One" had already been unlocked in advance, coupled with the special "Material Transmutation" and "Bloodline Shaping" skills.

This path of ancient heritage seemed to have already established a connection with him...

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At the moment when the lights were first lit, the Crystal Spire displayed a gorgeous scene not seen in the daylight.

Various magical lights flowed between the cloud-piercing spires, like huge rivers of energy, decorating the entire floating city like a dream.

Warm light shone from the residents' windows, adding stars of vitality to the night sky.

Luo En stood on the balcony, looking at the beautiful picture before him, but he was just deeply immersed in his own thoughts.

"Recovery is going smoothly, Master."

Ailan's voice came from behind, her emerald figure appearing exceptionally vivid under the moonlight:

"Aksa's soul fragments have been stably integrated into the core of the simulated combat device, and the energy cycle has reached 75% stability."

"Very good," Luo En nodded slightly, a flash of satisfaction in his eyes:

"The refined control techniques taught by Princess Yi Fu really helped a lot. Precise adjustment at the microscopic level can make the energy structure more stable and efficient."

He turned and walked into the room, with Ailan following quietly.

On the conference table in the center of the living room, a complex device half a person tall was emitting a soft blue light.

That was the prototype of the simulated combat device, which had already taken shape and was more exquisite and stable than the previous simple version.

The core of the device was a transparent crystal ball, inside which Aksa's soul fragments were suspended.

Twelve energy nodes surrounded the fragments, forming a closed-loop system that constantly circulated and purified energy.

The entire surface of the device was engraved with precise runes and energy guidance lines, most of which were designed and carved by Luo En himself.

"How is Daier?" Luo En asked, checking the various parameters of the device.

"She likes the new crystal pool very much," Ailan answered softly:

"The nature of a siren prefers flowing water, so she especially likes the simulated ocean current function. Recently, her water system control ability has made significant progress, and she can already independently create small water ball protective shields."

Luo En smiled slightly:

"Growing up very fast. After the device is completely stable, she can also participate in simulated training to improve her actual combat experience."

He sat down beside the device, his ten fingers hovering gently above the energy nodes, and began to make fine adjustments.

Under the guidance of the spiritual power refinement control techniques taught by Princess Yi Fu, he could now more accurately perceive and adjust the subtle changes in energy flow, just like a well-trained musician adjusting every string of a complex instrument.

【Simulated combat device stability: 78%】

【Estimated completion time: 14 days】

The prompt message of "Extraordinary Identification" showed that the completion of the device was steadily improving.

This was a good sign, meaning that he would soon have a personalized high-intensity training ground, significantly accelerating the improvement of various skills.

The debugging of the device continued until late at night, and Luo En finally completed today's work plan.

He stood up and moved his shoulders, which were slightly stiff from long-term concentration.

"The results tonight are good," he said to Ailan:

"The completion of the device is faster than expected. Next, we need to start preparing for the next phase of the plan."

"What does Master mean?" Ailan asked softly.

(End of chapter)

At this moment, a soft knock on the door sounded.

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