[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-wizard-unlimited-profession-slots":3,"chapter-wizard-unlimited-profession-slots-wizard-unlimited-profession-slots-chapter-31":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},226644,494,"Chapter 31 - 30: A Step Away, Oliver’s Arrival","wizard-unlimited-profession-slots-chapter-31",31,"\u003Cp>He carefully examined this information, feeling both excited and slightly regretful.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The excitement came from having completed two of the three conditions for the [Wizard Apprentice] job change;\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The regret was that he still had one more to go—raising the zero-ring spell \"Slime Splash\" to a skilled level.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Just this one step left...\" Ron whispered to himself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In fact, he had been practicing this magic intermittently before, but due to the lack of a suitable target in the dorm room, his practice of this magic was far less diligent than his practice of Corona Swordsmanship.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Nonetheless, the experience points for \"Slime Splash\" were nearing the breakthrough edge of the \"Beginner\" level; just a little more practice and he could meet the job change requirement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If it weren’t for the issues with Darrend and Marcus coming one after another, he might have already been able to take up the [Wizard Apprentice] position.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ron began to plan his next steps:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After leaving the Detention Room, the first priority would be to quickly practice \"Slime Splash\" to a skilled level to complete the [Wizard Apprentice] job change.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Information on the panel indicated that [Wizard Apprentice] would provide bonuses in magic experience point acquisition and spiritual power recovery.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This complements the specialties of [Knight’s Squire] and [Magic Potion Apprentice], which can create a stronger synergy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Developing three professions in parallel...\" Ron tapped the desk lightly with his fingers:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This could maximize the advantages of the panel and form a virtuous cycle.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He imagined the potential future:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The spiritual power accumulation and magic affinity bonuses provided by the [Magic Potion Apprentice] could accelerate the growth of the [Wizard Apprentice];\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>While the magic growth and spell abilities of the [Wizard Apprentice] could complement the physique enhancement of the [Knight’s Squire], eventually achieving a powerful trinity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"As long as the job change is completed smoothly, when it’s time for the apprentice identity recognition and initial resource distribution, the potential shown should be more...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just as he was deeply contemplating future plans, footsteps suddenly echoed from the hallway, interrupting his thoughts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The footsteps were very distinctive—light and rhythmic, with an indescribable elegance and pressure, unlike that of ordinary apprentices.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ron immediately became alert, gathering his thoughts and focusing his attention to sense the external situation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A nauseating and twisted spiritual wave, causing his scalp to tingle, suddenly invaded his sensing range.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This unknown spiritual wave was filled with decay and eeriness, like the sound of hundreds of maggots squirming within decaying flesh, but at this moment all converted into spiritual sensations.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moreover, this wave seemed to be heading straight towards his Detention Room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ron involuntarily tensed his body, his spiritual power instinctively contracting into a ball-shaped defensive posture to ease the discomfort within him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He glanced around, noticing that the eye-like monitoring devices in the hallway were all functioning normally, which slightly reassured him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In such a monitored public area, nothing too excessive should happen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With that thought, he had roughly guessed the identity of the approaching individual, likely someone associated with his unfortunate \"neighbor.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Detention Room holding Marcus was not far away; in the past, during his cultivation, he would occasionally hear Marcus’ curses about the poor meals in the Detention Room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sure enough, before long, a figure slowly emerged from around the hallway corner.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Through the air vent of the door, which offered a relatively open view, Ron noticed it was an exceptionally striking young man, with black hair and black eyes, whose looks were almost eerily handsome.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His skin was unnaturally pale, reflecting a gleaming luster in the dim hallway light.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The most eye-catching feature was the deep blue gemstone badge on the person’s chest—a symbol of an Advanced Apprentice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Following behind this unknown visitor, Marcus lowered his head like a defeated dog, timidly trailing along.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His demeanor sharply contrasted with his usual arrogant attitude, appearing somewhat pathetic and humble.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ron Ralph?\" The black-haired man stood in front of the Detention Room door, speaking in an odd tone, surprisingly gentle:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Pleased to meet you for the first time, I am Oliver, Marcus’s elder brother.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ron’s heart tightened; indeed, it was the Advanced Apprentice specialized in Curse Magic.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I have long admired your reputation.\" He nodded politely, cautiously responding to Oliver, striving to keep his voice calm and steady.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Oliver displayed a near-perfect smile, revealing a row of neat white teeth: \"I apologize for my brother’s rudeness on his behalf.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As he spoke, he pulled out a set of keys from his robe and easily unlocked the Detention Room door:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"As a gesture of goodwill, I have spent Magic Stone Fragments as payment to secure your early release.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ron raised an eyebrow, quietly pondering.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the Black Mist Jungle, there was indeed a rule that allowed the use of Magic Stone Fragments to reduce detention time, priced at roughly ten Magic Stone Fragments for one day.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But he had never considered this option, partly because he was unwilling to part with those precious Magic Stone Fragments; secondly, despite the Detention Room’s basic conditions, it could meet fundamental living needs and allowed for peaceful cultivation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thank you for your kindness.\" Ron replied levelly, while observing Oliver’s every move.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He did not immediately step out of the room; the Detention Room actually contained several trigger-type arrays.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One part was to prevent the detained from escaping, and another was to prevent any untoward actions during visits, now these arrays instead served as his protective shield.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The man named Oliver performed with near perfection, displaying polite etiquette and a gentle smile, like a true gentleman.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet, this overly perfect façade made Ron wary; how could an Advanced Apprentice who could stand out in the Black Mist Jungle be of good character?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No need to be so formal.\" Oliver waved his hand: \"My brother always tends to do annoying things, which truly gives me headaches.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He turned and gently patted Marcus’ shoulder, seemingly intimate, but Ron caught a momentary stiffness and fear in Marcus’ body.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If you feel unresolved, you may freely teach him a lesson now.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Oliver’s smile remained unchanged, but a flicker of an inscrutable light flashed in his eyes: \"I wouldn’t mind at all.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ron felt a pang of caution; he glanced at the cowering Marcus and shook his head: \"No need, since you have already apologized on his behalf, let’s put this matter behind us.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Your tolerance is admirable.\" Oliver commended, seamlessly shifting the conversation to the subject that most intrigued him:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"By the way, I heard you’ve been researching Sound Wave Magic recently? Darrend’s project?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It came! This sentence caused warning bells to blare in Ron’s mind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It seems his research in the Detention Room wasn’t entirely secret, and even this Advanced Apprentice had heard about it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Just dabbling out of curiosity.\" Ron cautiously replied.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"An essential quality in a qualified Wizard is the relentless pursuit of knowledge; it seems you possess this fine quality as well.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Oliver nodded with a smile, subtly revealing his true intentions amid his praise:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Sound waves and curses share commonalities, both influencing targets through subtle means; perhaps we can exchange ideas in the future.\"\u003C\u002Fp>",1185,"2026-05-29T14:43:43.608Z","2026-06-01T04:29:33.427Z",1,"novelbin.me","f3832bf7f10e50a6875218acf4b94ef659f18305b7d826102bdac3a6411e33f8","wizard-unlimited-profession-slots-chapter-32","wizard-unlimited-profession-slots-chapter-30",911,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fwizard-unlimited-profession-slots-cover.jpg"]