Wizard Alchemist

Chapter 612: Sage's Advice (2 in 1)

"Lord Roy, the latest news.

The Bristol commander-in-chief truly accepted the mediation and temporarily stopped fighting."

Soon, Atidiya brought new news to Roy.

"Maybe he really noticed something suspicious, or maybe he was just afraid of his last failure...

But judging from the spy's secret report, someone in the team seems very dissatisfied."

Roy took a quick look at the intelligence and felt that the result was not unexpected.

But the hidden danger of discord among team members has already begun to be sown.

Moreover, does unilateral peace really have any meaning?

Urrela and the others were holding back their energy and wanted to kill them.

Once I find an opportunity, I will take action.

……

Some time passed.

Bristol Centre.

A war eagle with a mailbox tied to it landed in the castle.

“Nikodo!

You stupid guy!"

Lord Adela showed an annoyed expression because Keariandor, whom he had placed in the team, faithfully reported the whole story.

"You actually doubted me!"

He held the scroll in his hand and couldn't help but rage in his castle.

But for a moment, there was really nothing they could do about this talented civilian hero.

"Sir, please calm down. The brave Nicodo is a good man at heart. He was just deceived by those outsiders.

But no matter what, there may be subsequent troubles this time, and we should consider asking other lords for help.

Also, the Grey Eagle Kingdom that controls the northern border..."

After Adela had finished cursing, a middle-aged man who looked like an aide spoke up.

He obviously also knew that war was inevitable and he could only hope that Nicodo would be able to help when the army was attacked.

But because of the problem in my thinking, I can no longer count on it.

"Grey Eagle Kingdom..."

Adela's face darkened.

"It has always wanted to annex my ancestral territory and make me a guest..."

He really wanted to say that it would be better to surrender directly to the foreign enemy.

But it's not easy to say such words.

So he held it back and said something instead.

"Issue another recruitment and bring back the previously rejected candidate heroes!"

"Huh?" The staff was surprised when they heard this.

“There isn’t just one hero.

Since he won't work for me, I'll find someone who will!"

Adela said coldly.

The staff member quickly said: "Yes!"

……

"The new hero, Starger?"

In Shaluo City, Roy received another secret report and couldn't help but reveal a slightly strange look on his face.

"It really is the case that if you don't do it, there are plenty of people who will do it!"

"Master." The girl's head floated in the air, her cherry lips opening and closing as she spoke, "Based on the intelligence analysis we have, this new hero, Starger, is far less talented and hardworking than Nicodo, which is why he was defeated in the previous recruitment.

The heroes in this world seem to be similar to the heroes in the orc world. They are both titles for professionals with some special historical origins.

But sometimes, it's more like a title, or a candidate for legendary destiny...

If Starger could accomplish something and gain significant fame, he might actually become stronger and stronger, and live up to everyone's expectations!"

Roy heard this and nodded.

This situation easily reminds people of the process of the birth of gods.

The bloodline of the brave already exists among the masses. If it is awakened under certain opportunities, it is enough to be called a brave.

Under such circumstances, the indigenous nobles made full use of the rules and controlled the power of "conferring" as a means of ruling.

At this time, the role of the environment or external forces cannot be underestimated. It is completely reasonable to say that heroes are made by the times.

However, the same.

Among the millions of potential heroes, there are always only a few key people or even one person who can truly turn the tide.

That brave man is the true hero and can save the world of Brayrivor.

Heroes create the times, and the same is true.

"You wouldn't do that in peacetime, but there are plenty of people who would do that..."

Maybe it really works.

If the external environment really changes and key figures are asked to take on the responsibility, then we really can’t do it anymore!”

Roy shook his head.

It is already difficult enough for heroes and times to complement each other and create legends.

It will also be destroyed by these man-made factors and its foundation will be destroyed.

Upon hearing this, Nisha couldn't help but frown: "These nobles are truly too foolish."

But after thinking about it, I don’t seem to have the right to say this.

Because even his own father was unwilling to share power with the national guardian general who was also a member of the royal family.

She was trying to find a way to save the Kingdom of Saree, but she seemed to be at a loss.

……

A day later, Roy received another report that some unfavorable rumors about Nicodo were spreading in Bristol.

For example, the name does not match the reality, and the person is cowardly and afraid of the enemy.

How naive, stupid and short-sighted.

It was almost like saying he was collaborating with the enemy.

This is also why Adela may have considered that he still had some use and did not ruin his reputation immediately.

If he wanted to do it, he could do it immediately.

"Nikodo has great talent and should have taken on important responsibilities, but he's just disobedient...

As expected, he chose to find another hero without hesitation and suppress him."

Roy didn't find it strange at all when he heard this.

"I just don't know what Urela and the others will choose."

He thought about it and decided to find the other party and ask directly.

"Lord Roy, this is a good opportunity.

"Nikodo's strength has reached the peak of level one. If he is given the opportunity to grow, he will definitely become a threat. It would be better to support Starger, let him consume more of the opponent's resources, and then destroy him!"

Urella said to Roy with a smile and showed the orders he gave to the spies and agents at the front line.

……

Sure enough, after this, there were many different opinions.

Various statements unfavorable to Nicodo spread quickly.

At this time, a rumor that was consistent with Roy's suggestion began to spread.

That is, someone found the holy sword of the legendary hero Brembo on the border between Bristol Territory and Shalo City.

The dispute between Adela and the Lord of Shalo City originated from this.

When Adela learned about this, she was stunned.

"Slander, this is blatant slander!"

"When did I ever covet his treasure or want to get his holy sword?"

“I’ve never even heard of it!”

The staff members looked worried.

“This must be a rumor fabricated by some people with ulterior motives.

But the thing is, when we say we don’t know, it’s not…

No one believed it at all!"

Explanation is covering up, and covering up means it really happened!

After the waters were muddied, there were countless clues and opinions, and without great wisdom, it was impossible to judge. Adela felt a slight headache, and she felt more and more that this matter was not simple.

"Do we really have to ask for help from the Grey Eagle Kingdom?

But……"

He hesitated again.

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Amidst all the chaos, the new hero Starger crossed the border and came to the Sharo Territory.

But he did not head towards Shaluo City immediately, but was attracted by rumors about the whereabouts of the holy sword.

Because the place where he was happened to be similar to the place where the clues to the holy sword were found in the legend, he also paid some attention and tried to investigate.

Even if Adela wrote to urge him and told him that this might be an enemy trick, he would not believe it.

At this time, Roy received information from Jedi.

He, too, faces judgment.

“How many of these things are related to true legendary heroes.

How many are simply errors passed down for thousands of years, or even fabrications deliberately concealed by indigenous nobles?

He really can't tell the difference.

However, Roy believed that what made him superior to those indigenous nobles and warriors was that he had more time, energy and opportunities.

He can pursue and verify according to his own needs.

……

In temporary residence.

Roy opened the things that Jedi had sent back.

This is not a magical treasure, but an ancient collection of poems bound in parchment.

It is called "The Maxims of the Wise" and is said to be a poem collected by Brembo, praising the six virtues of wise and strong people.

It is divided into 6 volumes, each with an opening poem and corresponding fables.

The general directory is as follows:

"Power", the courage of the wise...

Wisdom, the thoughts of the wise...

"Physique", the body of a sage...

Agility, the speed of the wise...

Perception, the wisdom of the wise...

Charm, the light of the wise...

Conclusion: The Six Virtues Unite into One...

The specific content includes hymns (omitted) and some fables (omitted).

Roy took a quick read and discovered that the "Sage's Sayings" seemed at first glance to be a piece of flattery in which a bard boasted about the wisdom and power of brave men, but in fact, it contained many profound meanings.

It seems to contain some truth hidden behind the history of this world.

“It’s like this again, connecting the brave and the wise.

Combined with some of the historical legends that I've researched before, it seems that a 'hero' can actually switch jobs and become a 'sage'..."

From a linguistic point of view, the roots of "sage" and "brave" in this world are surprisingly the same!

Translated according to the meaning, it can be equated with the "sage" in alchemy.

What they express is the existence of some kind of perfect and powerful being that can be called a "high-quality creature."

As we all know, the vast majority of humans are lower than the Silver level, ordinary intelligent creatures.

The wisdom, talents, strength, etc. they possess are all weak.

The golden status is exclusive to heroes, angels, demigods, etc.

Even if one is promoted to the stage of a senior wizard or a great wizard, it is difficult to achieve it without achieving legend.

What does it take for a person to be worthy of being called a sage?

Roy held the "Sage's Proverbs" in his hand and was suddenly moved. He wrote down his thoughts:
“The strength of a wise man is not brute courage.

It is a tenacious heart that can shoulder heavy responsibilities and overcome all obstacles.

With unwavering determination, we protect the weak, redress injustice, and accomplish great things.

The wisdom of a wise man is not cunning.

……

The physique of a wise man is not rough and strong.

......"

The more I read, the more meaningful it seems.

To this end, continue with the annotation.

"Strength, Intelligence, Agility, Physique, Perception, Charisma...

These are the six virtues that a sage, or a "high-quality human being" should possess.

To be precise, it is the sixth dimension of attributes...

If there is a certain gem that can meet all of these requirements, can it be considered a true fundamentalist 'philosopher's stone'?"

Roy suddenly realized.

This is not a collection of poems at all.

It is clearly the guidance of the "Philosopher's Stone"!

However, this kind of guidance only points out the direction.

After reading this, Roy began to carefully explore the allegorical story inside.

Many senior spellcasters like to hide things in this kind of fables.

As a result, there was indeed a discovery.

There are many clues related to world-class treasures here.

For example, the Fruit of Strength, the Fruit of Wisdom, the Leaf of the World Tree, the Wind Spirit, the Fairy Harp, the Light of Dawn, etc.

The whole content is actually not very nutritious. It is a story about a certain character encountering a certain difficulty, and then under the guidance of a certain person, obtaining a certain treasure, and then overcoming the difficulties and getting what he wants.

Interspersed with some popular old plots from thousands of years ago about how the couple lived a happy life together as a princess.

But those clues to the treasure don’t seem to be made up.

For example, it is recorded that the leaves of the World Tree must be obtained in the Land of Elves.

And the land of elves is in the far east.

According to the fable, they walked towards the rising sun and came to a place surrounded by mountains.

Judging from the nature of the spellcasters, there may be some barriers hidden here to protect the secret realm.

Ordinary people don’t have enough luck, so even if they get there they will return empty-handed.

But for wizards who are also spellcasters, it is still possible to find it.

The other treasures are similar, filled with descriptions such as "attracted by singing", "moon on the treetops", and "crows calling".

Only by picking out sentences and solving word puzzles can you get some useful clues.

……

After a long time, Roy finally came out of the room.

Atidiya was a little surprised and said to him, "Master Roy, you looked at it for a long time this time."

"The Sage's Proverbs that Jedi sent me is quite good. I was completely hooked on it before I knew it."

Roy smiled slightly and said to her.

"Does it contain any clues to Brembo?"

She also knew how busy Roy had been recently.

"No, it contains all evolution, a powerful clue."

As he spoke, Roy turned around and came to the alchemy room, threw himself directly in front of the stage and started working.

But he was not refining anything, but conducting some simple basic verification.

In addition, he also selected one by one things with basic attributes from the special jewelry that he had accumulated in the past because of their [aesthetic value].

Strength, physique, intelligence, agility, perception, charm...

“I originally thought these things were just to simply add basic attributes, and their effects were really useless.

But I never imagined that when combined, they could actually break through boundaries and grant true power beyond the rank!"

This is Roy's biggest gain now.

"The Proverbs of the Wise" is more than just a collection of poems.

Roy got inspiration for a new set or gem and planned to design a whole series of sets.

This will be a "magic crystal" item similar to attribute gems, ioun stones, etc., but with the additional set attributes.

In the true sense, it is a component of the Philosopher's Stone!

(End of this chapter)