Chapter 321

In the afternoon, Luo En arrived at Frederick's private workshop as scheduled.

This enchantment expert had clearly made full preparations for today's guidance.

The entire workshop had been rearranged, and various precision instruments and material samples were placed in an orderly manner.

But unlike in the past, Frederick looked exceptionally nervous today.

His left hand kept adjusting the position of the instruments on the workbench.

This compulsive organizing behavior clearly exceeded the scope of normal preparation work.

"Lecturer Ralph, welcome to my workshop."

Frederick welcomed Luo En enthusiastically:

"Today we will conduct an in-depth exchange on enchantment, I believe it will be of significant help to the improvement of your skills."

Luo En activated "Hermit's Insight" to observe the subtle expressions of this middle-aged wizard and found some details worth noting.

Frederick's right index finger had a new small wound, which looked like it had been scratched by some sharp object.

Even more confusing was that a faint rune mark was vaguely visible on his left arm.

That was of course not an ordinary decoration, but like some kind of temporary enchantment with actual functions.

He observed it, it seemed to be some kind of suppression rune, usually this kind of rune is used to suppress some terrible wounds that are difficult to heal with healing sorcery and potions...

"You look a bit tired today, Lecturer Frederick."

Luo En asked tentatively:

"Is it because the preparation work was too heavy?"

"Ah, yes... indeed."

Frederick's answer was slightly flustered, and his eyes were a bit evasive:

"In order to ensure that today's guidance can achieve the best results, I spent almost the entire night debugging these devices. After all, guiding a genius like you is a rare opportunity, and there can be no omissions."

This explanation sounded reasonable, but Luo En keenly sensed the unnaturalness in it.

Frederick's nervous emotions seemed to come from more than just teaching pressure.

However, considering the current complex situation, this attitude was also understandable.

The subsequent guidance process was exceptionally detailed and professional.

Frederick first conducted a comprehensive theoretical test on Luo En.

Through a series of cleverly designed questions, he gradually identified several key weak points in his knowledge system:

"Your understanding of the non-linear effects of energy conduction is not deep enough."

Frederick pointed to a complex theoretical chart:

"When dealing with complex runes, this deviation in understanding will cause unexpected trouble.

The flow of energy in materials does not always follow linear laws, especially in the case of multiple rune overlays."

"In addition, the mutual interference mechanism between runes also needs to be mastered more accurately."

He showed several practical cases:

"Look here, two runes that were originally compatible will produce resonance conflicts under specific conditions, causing the entire enchantment system to collapse. This situation is fatal in actual combat."

Luo En seriously recorded these experience techniques, while secretly rejoicing at the learning ability improvement brought by the upcoming lighting of the Scholar Star.

In this state, his understanding speed was much faster than usual, and many concepts that originally required repeated thinking were understood as soon as he heard them.

"Finally, the judgment of material compatibility cannot rely solely on theoretical deduction."

Frederick picked up several metal samples that looked the same:

"These are standard steels, but due to subtle differences in smelting processes, their enchantment adaptability is completely different.

Only through a lot of practice can such subtle perception ability be cultivated."

Next was the practical guidance session.

Frederick taught precision engraving techniques hand-in-hand, starting from the most basic hand-feel cultivation:

"Enchantment is not a purely theoretical activity, but a precision skill that requires both hands and brain."

He picked up a fine engraving knife and slid it gently on a crystal used for practice:

"Every material has its own 'personality', you must feel their energy texture through touch.

Excessive force will destroy the internal structure, and being too gentle will fail to form an effective energy channel."

Luo En carefully observed Frederick's technique.

He noticed that when engraving each line, he would adjust the force and angle according to the subtle feedback of the material.

This adjustment relied entirely on experience accumulation and could not be obtained through book learning.

Under Frederick's guidance, Luo En began his further practical attempts.

"Force control is one of the most difficult techniques to master."

Frederick guided patiently:

"Don't imagine enchantment as carving, but as a process of 'persuasion'.

You want the material to actively cooperate with your intention, not force it to accept external changes."

After dozens of repeated practices and constant corrections from the other party in this process, Luo En clearly felt that his engraving skills had improved.

Although he could not reach Frederick's proficiency, he was already able to engrave relatively smooth complex lines.

"Your foundation is very solid, and your learning speed is also very fast!"

Frederick nodded with satisfaction:

"Next, we enter the teaching session of advanced techniques."

He began to explain professional-level techniques such as "energy circuit optimization", "multi-layer rune overlay", and "real-time debugging".

Each technique required a solid theoretical foundation and rich practical experience, usually taking several years to master.

"Finally, I want to teach you a unique secret technique."

Frederick lowered his voice, as if revealing some important secret:

"'Material Resonance Sensing'—establish a temporary connection with the material through mental power to directly feel its internal structure and energy characteristics."

This technique requires extremely high mental power control ability, but for a Primordial Wizard like Luo En, it is a quite practical ability.

After three hours of intensive guidance, Luo En felt an unprecedented sense of gain.

Those theories that seemed simple in books had so many subtle changes and traps in practice.

"Thank you for your careful guidance, Lecturer Frederick."

Luo En expressed his gratitude sincerely:

"These practical experiences are extremely precious to me, and they are true wisdom that no classic can provide."

"Being able to guide a... genius like you is my honor."

Frederick responded with a slight pause, revealing some elusive emotions:

"Your learning ability is indeed impressive, I hope these knowledge can play its due role on your future path."

When saying goodbye, Luo En noticed that the rune mark on Frederick's left arm seemed to have become dimmer.

Perhaps, Frederick also had his own unspeakable bitterness, but since the other party didn't bring it up actively, given the relationship between the two of them...

Regardless, the knowledge and skills obtained today were real gains.

In this dangerous world, any opportunity to enhance one's strength should not be missed.

That night, Luo En returned to his workshop and began that critical final breakthrough.

The workshop under the night curtain was exceptionally quiet, with only the faint light emitted by the starlight crystals illuminating the workbench.

In the distance came the low roar of the abyss observation station, which was the mechanical sound made by some large equipment in operation.

This sound constantly reminded everyone that countless unknown dangers were lurking under this seemingly calm land.

He lit the magic crystal lamp and began to integrate all the knowledge learned today.

First is the theoretical integration stage:

He integrated the practical techniques taught by Frederick with his own original theoretical foundation, and reorganized the knowledge framework of the entire enchantment study.

Under the influence of the Scholar Star about to be lit, this knowledge integration became exceptionally smooth.

Those complex relationships that originally required repeated thinking to understand were now almost understood as soon as he thought about them.

Energy conduction law, rune structure principle, material adaptability analysis, multiple effect overlay...

Every theoretical point found its place in his mind, forming a precise and complete knowledge network.

Next is the practical verification stage:

Luo En took down an ordinary dagger from the tool rack, preparing to use it as the experimental object for the breakthrough.

This dagger used standard steel material, without any special features, just right for the final test of basic enchantment. "Let's start with 'Sharpness Enhancement'."

He determined the experimental plan in his heart, this is the most classic enchantment effect, and also the standard for testing skill level.

Activating "Hermit's Insight" and the "Material Resonance Sensing" just learned, Luo En began to carefully perceive the internal structure of the dagger.

Under the special vision, the microscopic arrangement of steel was clearly visible, and he could find the path most suitable for energy flow.

First attempt:

Due to the lack of precision in force control, a small crack appeared when the rune was about to close.

The entire energy structure therefore failed, and the enchantment was declared a failure.

A nasty scratch was left on the surface of the dagger, like a loser's brand.

"The gap between theory and practice is indeed huge."

Luo En analyzed the cause of failure calmly:

"The precision of material sensing still needs to be further improved, and there is a deviation in the judgment of steel toughness."

Second attempt:

Absorbing the lessons from last time, he adjusted the force and angle of engraving.

This time the rune closed successfully, and the blade of the dagger began to emit faint light, indicating that the enchantment had indeed taken effect.

But through the deep detection of "Extraordinary Identification", the energy distribution was not uniform, and the stability of the effect had obvious problems.

Such an enchantment could increase sharpness for a short time, but the durability was seriously insufficient and would soon fail.

Luo En applied the "Energy Circuit Optimization" technique taught by Derek, and adjusted the intensity and frequency of magic power output in real-time during the engraving process.

His mental power controlled every detail precisely like silk threads, ensuring that the flow of energy in the rune channel reached the best state.

This time, the rune not only closed successfully, but the energy distribution reached a state of near-perfect uniformity.

The entire blade was surrounded by stable magic light, the sharpness was significantly improved, and the effect was exceptionally stable.

The moment the last rune closed perfectly, Luo En felt a qualitative leap.

That was not a simple improvement in skill proficiency, but a qualitative leap in the understanding of the entire enchantment study.

The knowledge points originally scattered everywhere in his mind suddenly connected into a complete and precise system.

Those theoretical problems that once troubled him now had clear and intuitive answers.

It was like the last piece of a huge puzzle being placed in the correct position, and the entire picture instantly became clear and understandable.

The prompt of the professional panel sounded in his consciousness:

【Enchantment (Entry) Experience +1】

【Breakthrough! Enchantment (Entry 50/50) -> Enchantment (Proficient 1/100)】

【Obtained additional trait "Guidance"】

【Guidance: Can automatically correct small deviations when engraving runes, significantly improving success rate and stability】

【Detected that job transfer conditions are met】

【Enchanter job transfer conditions:

Enchantment reaches proficient level ()

Runology reaches proficient level ()

Successfully completed one complete item enchantment ()】

【Whether to transfer to "Enchanter"】

Facing this long-awaited choice, Luo En chose to confirm without hesitation.

A gentle and powerful energy surged out, beginning to reshape his mental structure and magic power circuits.

Energy passed through his consciousness space like countless silver silk threads, establishing brand new connections in those neural networks related to enchantment.

At the same time, his magic power circuits also underwent subtle adjustments, becoming more suitable for precise energy manipulation.

【Job transfer successful: Enchanter (Two and a half stars)】

【Basic attribute improvement:

Mental power 5.58 -> 5.68 (+0.1) Physique 3.65 -> 3.75 (+0.1) Magic power 4.8 -> 5.0 (+0.2)】

【Special bonus:

1. Rune affinity improved, rune engraving success rate significantly improved

2. Material perception improved, can intuitively feel the enchantment adaptability of materials

3. Stability and durability of enchanted items enhanced】

【Skill advancement: Enchantment -> Enchantment Efficiency】

【Enchantment Efficiency: Can not only add enchantment effects to items, but also optimize the performance of existing effects】

What made Luo En even more excited was the subsequent professional linkage effect:

【Detected professional linkage effect:】

【Enchanter (Two and a half stars) + Primordial Wizard (Three stars) + Alchemist (Two stars) + Potionist (Two stars)...

1. Can temporarily enchant spell media when casting spells, enhancing spell power

2. Radiation field can stabilize the energy fluctuations of enchanted items

3. Can perform enchantment processing synchronously during material transformation

4. Enchantment effects of weapons, armor, and potions enhanced】

What was even more surprising was that the harvest prompt after transferring to Enchanter continued:

【Detected that "Three-Phase Unity" conditions have been partially met:

Potionist (Two stars) + Alchemist (Two stars) + Enchanter (Two and a half stars)】

【Obtained special linkage effect "Creator's Blessing":

1. Can create composite extraordinary items with multiple characteristics

2. Production success rate improved, loss reduced upon failure

3. Obtained creative inspiration, can design unprecedented item types】

After the job transfer was completed, Luo En felt unprecedented changes.

Although his mental power only increased slightly, his perception precision was greatly improved.

Control over magic power became more refined, allowing for micro-operations that were previously unimaginable.

Runes were no longer rigid patterns in his eyes, but vibrant energy paths.

He could clearly "see" the way energy flowed in them, understanding the deep meaning of every bend and connection.

The satisfaction brought by this breakthrough made Luo En feel a long-lost fulfillment.

He could clearly feel that he was moving toward a higher level, walking firmly and steadily every step of the way.

"Regardless, power itself is real."

Luo En forced himself to suppress these complex thoughts:

"Even if the growth trajectory might be designed, these skills and abilities indeed belong to me.

And, only by becoming strong enough can I jump out of this manipulated fate."

He walked toward the depths of the workshop, coming to the special container containing "Ink".

After transferring to Enchanter, he had a brand new understanding of this bloodline modulation creature he created with his own hands.

Through the new special bonus of "Material Sensing", he could more clearly perceive the complex biological structure and energy circuits inside "Ink".

"Perhaps I can try to add some rune enhancement effects to it."

This idea made Luo En's eyes light up.

If enchantment technology could be combined with bloodline modulation to create biological assistants with rune capabilities, that would be an unprecedented breakthrough.

But the complexity and risk of such experiments were also unprecedented.

"Start with simple attempts and accumulate experience gradually."

He was formulating an experimental plan in his heart:

"'Ink' has high intelligence and cooperation, making it an ideal experimental subject. Moreover, the characteristics of the autophagic slime monster make this attempt not cause irreparable losses even if problems arise."

The night was getting deeper, but Luo En's research enthusiasm was getting higher and higher.

The job transfer of Enchanter opened a brand new door for him, and the gradual lighting of the Scholar Star made his learning ability reach a new height.

In this state, he felt that he could absorb and master new knowledge at an unprecedented speed.

"Three-Phase Unity has taken the most critical step, the rest is to advance to 'Ancient Alchemist', perhaps it requires deepening these three professions, such as advancing to Potion Professor, Alchemy Master..."

He stared at the precision equipment and materials in the workshop:

"The fusion of potionology, alchemy, and enchantment will allow me to create truly unique extraordinary items.

And the plan for the activated magic sword can also be launched, perhaps it can become a key weapon for my survival and development in this dangerous world."

Outside the window, the tower complex of the Central Land stood quietly under the starlight.

Those buildings representing power and knowledge witnessed the rise and fall of countless wizards.

Luo En knew that he still had a long way to go to become a true strong person.

But at least, he had been taking his own firm steps.

(End of chapter)