Wizard: My career panel has no upper limit

Chapter 122 Never Stop...

Walking back to the workshop, the dim light unique to the black fog jungle shines through the gaps between the branches and leaves, forming mottled light and shadows on the ground.

Ron couldn't help but touch the intermediate apprentice badge on his chest, feeling the faint fluctuations of magic within it.

He seriously suspected that this thing was actually a locator, but he didn't know whether it would have a clear recording and monitoring function.

"Now that I've entered the wizard candidate sequence, I must give it my all."

He silently calculated in his mind: "The third phase of the Mental Power Control and Spell Construction courses are the top priority, and the Alchemy and Elemental Affinity courses cannot be left behind."

According to Soran's suggestion, the candidate wizard sequence has clear advancement requirements and evaluation criteria for its members.

If you want to occupy a favorable position in the sequence and obtain more resources, you must demonstrate continuous and stable growth.

"I'll try to reach the top within a year." Ron said to himself, with a glint of determination in his eyes.

Back at the workshop, Ailan was busy organizing various medicine bottles on the medicine shelf.

Seeing Ron coming back, she immediately put down the work in her hands and turned to greet him.

"Congratulations, Master, on your promotion to Intermediate Apprentice." Ailan's vines swayed gently, and clear words appeared on the leaves:

"I saw the new badge on your chest."

Ron smiled and nodded: "Thank you, it seems that your perception is getting sharper."

"In fact, I can feel the magical fluctuations on the badge. It is completely different from the ordinary beginner apprentice badge."

Ailan responded, her green eyes sparkling with wisdom.

Since absorbing the residual energy of the Yangyan Essence, Ailan's development has indeed exceeded Ron's expectations.

Not only is her appearance becoming more and more human, but her thinking and emotional expression are also becoming more complex and delicate.

Ron nodded and turned his attention to another important matter - the Potions Master's meeting next Wednesday.

When Magnus mentioned this party last time, he suggested that he prepare some of his own improved recipes for sharing.

Obviously, this is not only a social event, but also an important opportunity to demonstrate your abilities and build connections.

Sitting at the workbench, Ron opened his recipe notes and began to carefully screen potion recipes suitable for display at the party.

"The Sun Flame Essence is too precious, and it was given to me by Master Magnus. It's not appropriate to share it with others at this gathering. My improved invigorating potion is effective, but it's not particularly outstanding..."

He weighed the options in his mind, his fingers constantly flipping through his notes: "Perhaps 'Amber Thinking Fluid' would be a good choice?"

Amber Thinking Fluid is a mental auxiliary potion that he recently improved on his own. It can temporarily enhance the user's mental agility and memory. It is especially suitable for use when a large amount of information needs to be absorbed in a short period of time.

Compared with similar products on the market, Ron's version has fewer side effects and is not addictive. It has a very high practical value and is also the main product of his workshop recently.

"And Greyscale Protective Cream," Ron muttered to himself, "that's a pretty good improvement, too."

Grayscale Protective Cream is a topical potion that forms a nearly imperceptible protective film on the skin, effectively protecting against acid erosion, toxins, and minor physical damage.

This product has a wide range of applications in potion laboratories and on field expeditions.

Ron's improved version not only extends the duration of the protective effects, but also reduces the skin stinging and discoloration side effects common in the original formula.

After thinking for a long time, Ron finally decided to bring the formulas of these two improved potions, plus a bottle of finished product sample, as his "greeting gift" at the party.

However, attending the party is not just to show off your own achievements, but more importantly to obtain valuable information and recipes from other potion makers.

"Accumulating knowledge of recipes and potions will be of vital help in my transition to a potions professor."

Ron knew clearly that his long-term plan required him to continuously absorb and integrate various extraordinary knowledge, and Potions, as one of the core pillars, must continue to grow.

After carefully putting away the prepared formulas and samples, his thoughts turned to his study plan. After becoming an intermediate apprentice, he would face new challenges in the courses, especially the third phase of the Mental Power Control and Spell Construction courses, which would be several times more difficult than before.

Ron opened a new notebook and began to list his study plan for the next month:
The third period classes, held twice a week, are the main focus of study and require full effort;

Although less frequent, Alchemy and Elemental Affinity courses are equally important, especially the experimental and practical aspects involved.

In their spare time, they should study independently in the library, focusing on advanced theories such as magic circuit construction, inspiration flow control, and spell model optimization.

The development and training of bloodline abilities must also be arranged at a fixed time, at least one hour a day;

The workshop's potion making and order processing should be arranged in the evening and early morning as much as possible.

He packed his schedule so full that he barely had time for sleep.

Fortunately, his physical fitness improved significantly twice after he became a Bloodline Knight, so getting less sleep was no big deal to him.

Perhaps… once his physique reaches a higher level, he can say goodbye to sleep completely? Then he can study 24 hours a day.

Shaking his head to end his reverie, Ron opened several study reference books recommended by Eric and Leah and began to preview the content of the third course that was about to begin.

As he read deeper, he gradually understood the essential difference between the third course and the first two:
The first two phases mainly focus on learning how to build and stabilize a single spell model, while the third phase begins to involve short-term continuous construction and coordinated manipulation of spell models.

"This is the first step towards becoming a formal wizard and casting complex spells in the future." Ron was deeply touched by this. "It is also the key watershed that distinguishes between intermediate apprentices and advanced apprentices."

It is said that apprentices who can master the construction of three or more spell models in a short period of time will receive special ratings when they are promoted to senior apprentices.

"Currently, I've mastered two spells: sonic vibration and slime splash. The next step is to quickly master a third spell, preferably an offensive spell. This way, the combination of the three will be more comprehensive."

He thought about various possible options and his eyes fell on the book "Basics of Elemental Guidance" on the bookshelf.

"Fire or Light would be good choices, especially considering my affinity with these two elements."

Ron recalled what instructor Leila had said during the Elemental Affinity class: "Resistance Ring of Fire or Light Shield might be an ideal starting point."

His plan was to try to build and stabilize the three spell models simultaneously after mastering the third basic spell, laying the foundation for future combination spells.

Of course, all of this requires a lot of practice and practice, and the reset ability of the Time Guardian pocket watch will play a key role in this process, helping him complete a large amount of high-intensity training within a limited time.

"Assuming I can reset my status ten times a day, that's equivalent to eleven people studying simultaneously..."

Ron silently calculated in his mind: "It should be entirely possible to master the content of all three courses within a month and obtain the advanced qualification."

As the night deepened, he was still immersed in his studies, without any sign of fatigue.

He hadn't realized how absorbed he was until Ailan gently touched his arm, reminding him that it was past dinner time.

"Thanks for the reminder, Ailan." Ron smiled and closed the book. "I guess I need to learn to manage my time better."

Just as he was about to get up and prepare dinner, he suddenly remembered something he needed to explain.

"By the way, Ailan. I need to attend a potion master's gathering next Wednesday and may be back late. You are responsible for looking after the workshop. If there are any guests, tell them that I am out on business and will be back soon."

Ailan's vines swayed gently, expressing her understanding: "I will take good care of the workshop, please rest assured, master."

Seeing Ailan's growing initiative and sense of responsibility, Ron couldn't help but feel a little relieved.

He glanced at the calendar on the wall. There were still five days until the Potions Master's Gathering next Wednesday.

Before that, he needed to complete the initial third-term course and prepare the potion formulas and samples for exchange.

He felt like a spinning top, being pulled around by all kinds of affairs without a chance to rest.

But all the apprentices and even the wizards seemed to be like this. It was as if they were being chased by some terrifying monster, and any moment of rest would be devoured...

(End of this chapter)