[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-wizard-unlimited-profession-slots":3,"chapter-wizard-unlimited-profession-slots-wizard-unlimited-profession-slots-chapter-226":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Wizard: Unlimited Profession Slots",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},226539,494,"Chapter 226 - 164: Soul Absorption","wizard-unlimited-profession-slots-chapter-226",226,"\u003Cp>\"99.1%...\" Ron felt the charging of the Transformer’s Skin slightly increased, but it was still short of being fully charged.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Holt’s command clearly had an effect.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The remaining contestants, although reluctant to fully trust each other, at least formed a temporary understanding—keeping their distance, harassing from a distance, and depleting the Scorpion’s stamina.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ron seized the opportunity and unleashed Sound Wave Vibration again, this time targeting the joint of the Scorpion’s front limbs, successfully rendering one of its front paws temporarily immobile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Everyone, attention!\" He started to look for opportunities to organize the others:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Its burst phase is over; now it’s looking for an energy source. If we can continue to deplete its stamina, it will eventually be weakened!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The surviving contestants, upon hearing this, revitalized like grabbing onto a life-saving straw.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although they still didn’t fully trust Ron, the current situation left them no choice but to try this plan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Trish struggled with all her might to support the poisoned Li Yue, occasionally using Plant Entanglement to restrict the Scorpion’s movements.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her attacks were precise and efficient, hitting the Scorpion’s weak points every time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Didn’t expect his understanding of battle to be so deep, what a pity...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The brown-haired girl felt a bit regretful for not listening to Ron’s advice to retreat further earlier.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ron didn’t know Trish’s mental activity; he just continued to focus on his tactics.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He knew that it was crucial to lead the Scorpion into its weakest state, preparing for the final charging of the Transformer’s Skin.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The ensuing battle was like a carefully choreographed dance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Each contestant found their place and role, forming a loose but effective attack network.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Scorpion grew more and more irritable, but also increasingly weak.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Its attacks were still fierce but no longer able to maintain the previous high speed and accuracy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>More importantly, it began to frequently seek out blood prey, obviously in desperate need of energy replenishment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Just hold on a little longer!\" Holt shouted, his Earth Elemental Golem almost disintegrating but still persistently standing at the frontline.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ron seized the opportunity, releasing the strongest Spiritual Interference Wave.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This invisible attack acted directly on the Scorpion’s Spiritual Core, causing it to let out a painful howl.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s now!\" He signaled to Dale.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Little Sea Siren immediately understood her master’s intention. She dove down from the sky, her hands crossing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Water Element gathered around her, forming dozens of Water Swords, shimmering with a cold light.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>——Thousand Water Blade Attacks!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was Dale’s strongest skill, also the killer move designed by Ron specifically for her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dozens of water swords simultaneously shot at the Scorpion, each one accurately piercing its vital spots.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Scorpion let out a shrill howl, its body wobbling as if it could fall at any moment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Scorpion was now at the end of its strength, its movements extremely slow, and the light in its eyes almost extinguished.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The final blow!\" Holt shouted, maneuvering the Earth Elemental Golem, which was almost down to half its body, to launch the final charge.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Golem slammed into the Scorpion’s chest, knocking it to the ground.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The other contestants saw this and launched their strongest attacks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Various energy beams shot toward the Scorpion from all directions, firmly pinning it to the ground.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Scorpion let out one last weak hiss, then completely lost its life signs.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The moment the battle ended, the entire arena fell into a brief silence, followed by deafening cheers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s time.\" Ron thought silently and quietly activated the Transformer’s Skin’s last energy absorption.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The remaining Soul Energy from the Scorpion’s corpse was quickly absorbed, and the Transformer’s Skin began to heat up slightly, emitting a faint buzzing sound.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"99.5%...99.7%...99.9%...100%!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>An unprecedented energy fluctuation came from the Transformer’s Skin; Ron could feel it was undergoing some essential change.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Charge Complete!]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Rare Artifact - Transformer’s Skin can now advance to: Glorious Legacy - Thousand Transformations]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Succeeded!\" Ron felt joy in his heart but maintained a calm exterior.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was a key step in his plan, but not yet the final victory.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On the high platform, the Masters were conducting the final scoring and discussion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Extremely outstanding performance.\" One Master commented with appreciation in his eyes:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Especially that Alchemist; his calmness and tactical analysis skills are remarkable.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Not only that.\" Soron, standing beside, began to supplement because it was his favored Apprentice, and he naturally had the opportunity to say a few good words:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"According to my observation, his Sea Siren exhibited a unique Water and Wind Dual Attributes ability, which is clearly the result of careful Modulation. It seems his talent in Bloodline Modulation is also quite exceptional.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This is not surprising.\" Yuni appropriately interjected at this moment, as if coordinating with Soron in advance:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"He himself is an outstanding Alchemist, and these Extraordinary Skills have many things in common. Someone with talent in Magic Potion Making can often excel in Bloodline Modulation too.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Vice-Dean Hayek was silent for a moment, finally speaking:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This test has achieved the expected goals. Based on each one’s scores and my observations, the final ranking and rewards distribution will be announced next.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His gaze lingered on Ron for a moment, with a hint of complex emotion flashing in his eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What a pity, such a rare all-round genius, snapped up by Soron and Yuni.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hayek secretly thought:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"However, the School’s quota equal distribution system has its reasons. When a genius distributes too much, the benefits will fall short. After nurturing Corina last time, I really should let the opportunity go to them.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hayek walked to the edge of the high platform and loudly announced:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The final of the Bloody Gladiatorial Games is over. Please all participants return to the designated area to await the final judgment and reward distribution.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ron calmly retreated to the edge of the field, with Dale landing beside him, her water wings already dissipated.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Little Sea Siren looked exhausted but excited, clearly satisfied with her performance in the battle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Well done, Dale,\" Ron softly praised, as the plan in his mind had already moved forward another step.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Shapeshifter’s skin could advance at any time to the \"Glorious Legacy: Thousand Transformations.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Next was to strive for the Stand-In Puppet, along with the Active Demon Sword refined from Soul Steel.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The day when his \"Melting Furnace Concept\" would become a reality might not be too distant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And all of this would be the foundation for his path to supremacy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>......\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hayek’s voice echoed across the arena as all the surviving participants quietly awaited the final judgment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After the life-and-death battle just now, only six participants remained on the battlefield.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Among them, Holt’s Earth Elemental Golem was almost crumbling and could barely maintain form;\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Trish’s Li Yue was barely clinging to life under the erosion of poison, requiring immediate treatment;\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The combat slaves of the other participants were also battered, with only Ron’s Dale remaining relatively intact, despite the water wings’ maintenance consuming much of her stamina.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"According to the scores from each master and my observations,\" Hayek announced:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The final ranking of this Bloody Gladiatorial Games is as follows: First place, Ron Ralph!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This result left many present showing expressions of surprise, yet it was not unexpected.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The calm judgment and precise tactics Ron exhibited throughout the battle, along with the unique abilities Dale displayed, truly stood out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Second place, Holt! Third place, Trish! Fourth place...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hayek continued announcing the rankings, then turned to reward distribution:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"According to tradition, the first place will receive the special reward of this gladiatorial games—the Stand-In Puppet, eight complete Magic Stones, and the choice of any one book from the school’s precious collection.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The second and third places may choose three advanced Magic Potions or one advanced Alchemy Item, and will receive a reward of five and three Magic Stones respectively. The remaining participants will receive corresponding Magic Stone rewards according to their ranking...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ron’s heart sped up slightly, but he remained outwardly calm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Stand-In Puppet was precisely his main objective for participating in the gladiatorial games.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"All rewards will be distributed tomorrow. Now, all participants please leave the field to receive necessary treatment and rest.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With Hayek’s announcement, the Bloody Gladiatorial Games officially ended.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The participants gradually left the arena, with some Healing Apprentices from the school already waiting at the exit, prepared to provide necessary treatment for the injured participants and combat slaves.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ron walked towards the exit with Dale, feeling numerous gazes focusing on him, filled with surprise, admiration, and, of course, jealousy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Congratulations, Ron.\" Holt approached, extending his hand to him: \"Your performance truly deserved first place.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thank you for your critical help, Senior Holt.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ron touched his hand briefly, then let go: \"Without your Earth Elemental Golem holding off the Scorpion, the situation could have been more dangerous.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Holt shook his head:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It was just a temporary measure. In such a circumstance, everyone knows that only cooperation can increase survival chances. Moreover, your observation and judgment truly turned the tide.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He glanced at his nearly disassembled Earth Elemental Golem and smiled wryly:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Looks like I need to cultivate a new combat partner.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After exchanging a few words, Holt left with his broken Earth Elemental Golem.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As Ron was about to leave, he heard Trish’s voice calling from behind: \"Ron, wait a moment.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He turned to see Trish supporting the weakened Li Yue approaching.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Panther Woman’s arm still had an unhealthy purple hue, but it was no longer spreading, clearly having received preliminary treatment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You foresaw the Scorpion’s traits, didn’t you?\" Trish directly asked, eyes filled with inquiry.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ron nodded to admit: \"Abyss creatures on land usually act this way—having a short burst period, they need to replenish power by devouring blood or absorbing energy attacks.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No wonder you maintained distance, only conducting remote harassment,\" Trish mused:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This tactical analysis ability doesn’t seem like what a regular Alchemist should possess.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ron chuckled softly: \"Everyone has their own secrets, don’t they?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Trish gave him a look, seeming to want to say something, but eventually just nodded:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Congratulations on achieving first place. That Stand-In Puppet is indeed a valuable prize; I hope it proves useful.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thank you,\" Ron politely replied: \"How is Li Yue’s injury? Does she need a Special Antidote?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s under control,\" Trish shook her head, declining his offer:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"There are masters who master Healing Magic in the school specifically responsible for these matters, so there’s no need to trouble you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After a brief farewell, Ron left the arena with Dale.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Master, we won!\" As soon as they exited the arena, Dale couldn’t contain her excitement, cheering softly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes, we became champions,\" Ron smiled, patting her head:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Your performance was excellent, especially that final Water Blade, which almost dealt a fatal blow to the Scorpion.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dale’s face flushed, clearly overjoyed by her master’s praise:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I was just acting on your guidance; your tactics were the true key.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s our victory together,\" he shook his head with a laugh, ruffling the Little Sea Siren’s silver hair, holding her hand as they headed towards the workshop.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The battle was over, though the phase of claiming rewards and calculating rank points had to wait until tomorrow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, after a tough battle, everyone needed rest...\u003C\u002Fp>",1868,"2026-05-29T14:43:43.887Z","2026-06-01T04:29:33.427Z",1,"novelbin.me","74478fc3e64fc2c92501cb7fa76028d0af514db1056d05bf24f1d118e093591a","wizard-unlimited-profession-slots-chapter-227","wizard-unlimited-profession-slots-chapter-225",911,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fwizard-unlimited-profession-slots-cover.jpg"]