Wizard: My career panel has no upper limit

Chapter 175 "Abyss Research Log"

"what happened……"

Ron murmured to himself, feeling as if his brain was being squeezed by an invisible hand, his thoughts becoming sluggish and chaotic.

This feeling is completely different from ordinary fatigue; it's more like some kind of mental overload.

As he tried to continue reading, the words before him seemed to begin to distort, turning into incomprehensible symbols, and then reforming into terrifying visions.

"It seems I've been under too much mental strain." Ron gritted his teeth and forced the book to close.

Even with his advanced apprentice level 4.0 mental strength, reading such a forbidden book containing knowledge of the abyss for several consecutive hours was still a huge challenge.

He couldn't help but recall the old guard's warning—when you gaze into the abyss, the abyss also gazes into you.

"If I were still at the intermediate apprentice level, I'm afraid I wouldn't have been able to read more than a few pages before this happened."

He thought to himself with a self-deprecating smile, rubbing his temples.

Then take a deep breath and gradually calm your breathing.

Then I began practicing basic meditation, slowly circulating my mental energy to alleviate the needle-like pain.

"Don't bite off more than you can chew; the contents of this classic text are far more profound and dangerous than I imagined."

He made a rational decision: "Let's postpone it for a while before looking at the rest, and give ourselves enough time to recover."

Ron carefully placed the "Abyssal Creatures Compendium" into a specially made locked box, setting up several protective magic arrays to ensure that the energy fluctuations within would not leak out.

This knowledge from the abyss is a double-edged sword; it can bring power, but it can also become the source of destruction.

As Ron got up from the lab table, his gaze fell on a storage cabinet in another corner—where the tissue samples he had recently purchased from the lion scorpion's carcass were stored.

"Such a precious sample of abyssal creatures is perfect for testing the effects of my newly acquired 'Insight' trait."

Ron smiled slightly, his thoughts drifting in another direction.

He recalled the insights he gained in his anatomy class and the clear understanding of the structure of extraordinary organisms, and his extraordinary biology had officially reached the "proficient" level.

"This means I have met all the requirements to advance to the 'Bloodline Modifier' level."

Ron pondered, a sense of anticipation gradually rising within him.

Since his outstanding performance at the Blood Gladiator Tournament and his promotion to Senior Apprentice, he has met all the requirements to apply for Bloodline Modifier certification.

Now, even without formal external certification, he can take up this new profession through the career panel.

Ron walked to the center of the laboratory, held his breath, and summoned his professional panel.

A transparent information interface unfolded before him, detailing his current status and available advancement paths.

The advancement requirements for Bloodline Modifier (2-star) have been met:
1. Reach proficiency in basic potions√
2. Proficient in extraordinary biology √
3. Bloodline modulation has reached a proficient level. √
4. Successfully performed at least three different types of bloodline modulation.

[Should I immediately change my class to Bloodline Modifier (Two-Star)?]

“All the conditions have been met.” Ron took a deep breath, his eyes gleaming with anticipation.

Bloodline modifiers, a profession even rarer than potion makers, specialize in understanding and modifying the bloodlines of extraordinary beings.

For most apprentices, this is almost an unattainable dream.

It requires not only a solid foundation in potion-making, but also a fundamental understanding of extraordinary beings.

More importantly, it is that intuitive insight into the essence of life, a realm that most people cannot reach even in their entire lives.

However, for Ron, who possesses both "Tracing" and "Insight" characteristics, he already has a bloodline perception ability far exceeding that of others of the same level.

"let's start."

Ron focused his mind and confirmed in his heart: "Change to a modifier."

A warm energy surged from deep within his body and quickly spread throughout his entire body.

Similar to previous career changes, but with significant differences.

This time, the energy was more vibrant and active, as if countless tiny lives were flowing within him.

Every cell, every meridian, and every tissue is being awakened, activated, and reshaped.

Ron could sense a strange change taking place—his perception of life was undergoing a qualitative transformation.

In the past, even with the two additional characteristics of "tracing" and "insight", his understanding of organisms was limited to the level of "seeing" and "analyzing".

But now, this perception has become more direct and instinctive, as if the other person is proactively telling him their secrets.

Those life fluctuations that used to require focused attention to be detected can now be clearly captured with just a little attention;

The bloodline structure, which could only be vaguely perceived in the past, can now be understood intuitively, like reading an open book.

If you place an ordinary insect in your palm, you can even sense every tiny energy node and bloodline feature within its body.

It's like suddenly mastering a completely new language, enabling you to communicate directly with life itself.

[Job transfer successful! 】

[Occupation Obtained: Modifier (Two-Star)]

【Basic attribute improvement:
Spirit: 4.0 → 4.2 (+0.2)

Magic Power: 2.55 → 2.75 (+0.2)

Constitution 2.75 → 2.85 (+0.1)

Ron felt the new energy surging within him and was particularly surprised by the significant improvement in his physical condition.

Unlike potion masters and alchemists who primarily enhance their spirit and magic, advanced modifiers also experience a certain degree of physical enhancement.

This is understandable:
As a profession that requires frequent contact with various extraordinary biological tissues and energies, the resistance brought by a stronger physique is undoubtedly a necessary guarantee.

What's even more surprising is the special bonus that appears later:

【Special bonus:
1. The speed at which bloodline-related abilities are acquired has increased moderately.
2. Moderately improved efficiency in modifying biological tissues.

3. A moderate improvement in understanding the essence of bloodlines.

These enhancements directly elevated Ron's bloodline research capabilities to a whole new level.

This allows him to more accurately identify the purity and characteristics of the bloodlines of various organisms, which is crucial for selecting suitable experimental materials.

Ron tried reaching out and touching the two different tissue samples in the petri dish.

To his surprise, the two originally somewhat incompatible organizations began to slowly merge under his magical guidance, forming a completely new mixture, and there were basically no signs of instability.

This ability used to require complex rituals and precise calculations to barely achieve, but now he can accomplish it easily with just magic.

"This is the true power of the modifier's enhancement..."

Ron was filled with admiration, gaining a deeper understanding of the potential of this new profession.

However, the surprises did not end there.

"Now let's take a look at the changes in skills," Ron muttered to himself, checking the skill panel.

As expected, several key skills have also undergone a fusion and evolution:
[Skill synergy detected: Bloodline Modification (Proficient) + Extraordinary Biology (Proficient) + Matter Transmutation (Proficient)]

[Bloodline Modification (Proficient) has automatically advanced to: Bloodline Shaping (Proficient 1/100)]

A completely new system of knowledge unfolded in Ron's mind.

This is no longer a simple adjustment of bloodlines or guidance of energy, but a life-reshaping technology that goes deeper into the essence.

"Bloodline Shaping" perfectly combines the theoretical knowledge of extraordinary biology with the practical skills of bloodline modulation, plus the powerful ability of material transmutation to shape reality.

When he completed the advancement of his Bloodline Modification skill, he was reminded of the "Life Alchemy" mentioned in ancient alchemy:
This special technology can not only enhance the abilities of existing organisms, but also reshape their basic structure, creating entirely new life forms that perfectly match the designer's intentions. And the "bloodline shaping" he has now obtained may be the prototype of "life alchemy".

Ron closed his eyes, letting the newfound power flow through his body.

When he opened his eyes again, the world had changed.

He can see tiny life forms floating in the air, sense the life energy flowing in plants, and even detect subtle changes in the blood vessels inside the ancient Ailan tree in the distance.

“Amazing…” Ron murmured in admiration, deeply impressed by this profound shift in understanding.

To test the specific effects of this new ability, he went to the storage cabinet where samples of the Lion Scorpion tissue were kept.

Ron took out a small piece of well-preserved heart tissue and placed it in a specially made observation dish.

In the past, he needed to use various instruments and reagents to analyze the basic structure and energy properties of tissues.

Now, simply by focusing his attention on the sample, he can "see" countless streams of information flowing before his eyes.

The Lion Scorpion's Second Heart

Main functions: Magic circulation and conversion
Special structure: Triple energy chambers forming a closed-loop circuit
Energy characteristics: High conversion rate, low loss

Abyss Influence: Moderate

Usable value: High

This intuitive, almost instinctive analytical ability gave Ron a sense of control he had never felt before.

"This is not merely the acquisition of knowledge, but a direct perception of the essence of life."

Ron took a deep breath, savoring the new perspective offered by the Bloodline Modifier.

He began experimenting with the "Bloodline Shaping" skill to make minor adjustments to the lion scorpion's heart tissue.

His mental power is like a precise scalpel, easily cutting into the tissue and guiding energy to flow along a specific path.

Every small adjustment can trigger a chain reaction of changes in the organizational structure.

Under his guidance, the previously chaotic energy began to form an orderly flow pattern, and the organization's activity was significantly enhanced.

[Bloodline Shaping Experience Points +1]

[Current Progress: Bloodline Shaping (Proficiency 2/100)]

The potential of this ability far exceeds Ron's initial imagination.

If it could be applied to living organisms, especially highly pure supernatural beings like Dale, the effects would be even more astonishing.

"Theoretically speaking, it's even possible to try integrating some characteristics of abyssal creatures into regular organisms in a safer way..."

Ron pondered, his eyes gleaming with the thirst for knowledge characteristic of a researcher.

He then turned his attention to another storage container, which contained venom gland tissue extracted from the lion scorpion's tail.

"The memory structure inside the venom gland is particularly crucial..."

Ron carefully infiltrated the tissue with his mental energy, guiding the remaining energy within to flow in a specific way.

Under his manipulation, the previously dormant energy circuits in the venom glands became active again, forming a weak but stable fluctuation pattern.

This fluctuation contains a wealth of information—the lion scorpion's hunting patterns, the secrets of its venom preparation, and even its "memory" of the weaknesses of various organisms.

"If we could extract this information and integrate it into the Chimera core..."

Ron's mind raced as he devised a bold and complex plan.

The adaptability and mutation potential of abyssal creatures, if properly guided and controlled, can become an extremely powerful source of strength.

Of course, this also comes with enormous risks: the instability and contamination risks of abyssal energy are among the most alarming dangers in any modifier's manual.

"Make bold hypotheses, verify them carefully." Ron reminded himself: "Any experiment must be conducted under completely controlled conditions."

He closed the storage cabinet containing the lion scorpion tissue again and recorded his initial ideas in his mental experimental log.

Ron labeled it the "Abyss Fusion Project" and clearly listed the safety measures and termination conditions for each experimental phase.

"This is not a task that can be accomplished overnight; it requires extensive preliminary preparation and repeated verification."

His notes in the Library of Consciousness concluded: "But the potential benefits justify this cautious investment."

Stepping out of the laboratory, sunlight streamed through the windows and spilled onto the floor, creating a warm, golden area.

In the courtyard, Dale was playing with Lilia. The silver-haired little siren's clear and melodious laughter echoed in the air above the workshop.

Not far away, the tall ancient tree stands quietly, awaiting its final transformation.

………………

In the laboratory, Ron was carefully operating a series of complex devices.

"Stable...stable..." Ron murmured softly, his mental energy guiding the flow of energy with the precision of silk.

In the petri dish in front of him, a thumb-sized mass of lion scorpion heart tissue was soaked in a special magic liquid, its surface shimmering with a faint blue-purple light.

The advanced skill "Bloodline Shaping" allows him to adjust the energy structure of the Abyss Organization with unprecedented precision.

The abyssal characteristics are separated from the surface world's biological characteristics, and then recombined into a more stable form.

This was his seventh attempt; the previous six had all ended in failure—either the energy structure collapsed or the abyssal properties were completely neutralized.

"We must find a balance this time..."

He has systematically recorded his findings in a specially made notebook titled "Abyss Research Log".

Every experiment, whether successful or not, was meticulously recorded and analyzed.

In the "Abyssal Creatures Illustrated Guide," a concept was clearly stated: the essence of abyssal creatures is that they are special beings capable of accepting and assimilating the rules of other dimensions.

They are both trapped by the curse of the abyss and have gained special abilities that surpass those of creatures in the surface world.

Ron recorded his desired goals in the "Abyss Research Log":

"The key is to find a way to extract this transcendent ability while filtering out the corrosiveness of the curse."

When the tissue in the petri dish began to show a steady pulsation, Ron carefully added a solution.

The solution is pearly white with tiny, shimmering colored specks inside.

Because the lion scorpion is only a third-level abyssal creature, the curse it carries only manifests on a physical level.

Therefore, after advancing to the second star in all aspects of life and career, he was still able to barely manage to find some clues about neutralizing and purifying the situation thanks to various synergistic effects.

If the curse involves a deeper level, such as the consciousness or even the soul, then he is completely powerless and would even try to avoid it at all costs...

When the liquid he concocted came into contact with the Abyss Organization, a silent "war" began.

The energy within the white liquid and the lingering curse from the abyss are locked in a fierce tug-of-war at the microscopic level.

Ron is able to clearly "see" this process through his "insight" and "superior discernment" properties.

The curse energy was gradually separated and neutralized, while the unique adaptability of the biological tissue itself was preserved.

"Success?" He was pleased to see the tissue in the petri dish gradually turning a healthy reddish-brown.

The surface no longer has the eerie blue glow unique to the abyss, but the internal energy structure is completely preserved.

But Ron's joy was shattered the next moment.

He seems to have been too optimistic...

(End of this chapter)