Wizard: My career panel has no upper limit

Chapter 507 The Walking Wizard Tower
"Is something wrong?"

Professor Yutel keenly noticed his unusual state.

"No, it's just... I need to organize some thoughts."

Ron responded politely, but the confusion in his tone couldn't be completely concealed.

“Hmm.” Yutel didn’t press further, simply nodding.
"Growth is always accompanied by confusion. When you learn new strengths, you often discover more problems."

This is a process that every wizard must go through.

The old professor packed up the training equipment, the light emanating from the ethereal body casting long shadows on the surface of the equipment:
"However, confusion itself is a form of progress."

Only when your perspective is broad enough will you realize your own limitations.

Back in his private area, Ron sat alone at the oak desk.

He took a deep breath and activated the data panel that he hadn't examined closely in a long time.

A semi-transparent information interface slowly unfolded in his mind, and a long list of professions cascaded down before him like a waterfall:
Current Occupation:
The Wizarding Era (3 stars);
Astrologer (3 stars), historian (3 stars);
Demon Hunter Knight (2.5 stars), Demon Swordsman (2.5 stars);
Enchanter (2.5 stars), Potion Master (2 stars), Alchemist (2 stars), Bloodline Alchemist (2 stars)

Each profession represents the time and energy invested, and carries a specific knowledge system and skill set.

But now, gazing at this "list of achievements," he no longer feels satisfaction, but a deep sense of alienation.

It's like standing in the center of a library, surrounded by countless books that you've only half-read.

Each one is valuable, and each one is worth studying in depth.

But his time and attention seemed to be mercilessly torn into countless pieces.

During these two weeks of intensive training, my bloodline coordination, magic compression, and combat skills have all made a qualitative leap.

But what about the other side jobs?
Those abilities that had helped him overcome countless crises.

It's like an instrument that hasn't been played in a long time; it's still there, but it's covered in dust.

As a wizard's level increases, it consumes more and more mental resources, leaving less and less room for other professions.

This reminded him of a concept in music theory—"voice masking".

When the volume of one voice is too loud, the other voices will be drowned out, and the harmony of the whole piece of music will be destroyed.

Now, the "Wizard" theme is becoming increasingly powerful.

Other professions, like those faint, overshadowed musical notes, gradually lose their presence.

He felt like he was simultaneously managing a large but loosely organized orchestra, where each musician (professional) had their own playing style, but lacked a unified conductor.

Some musicians (such as [Demon Hunter Knight] and [Demon Swordsman], etc.) played with great passion;
Some (such as historians, astrologers, etc.) prefer varied improvisational performances.

Others, however, quietly played almost inaudible background music in the corners.

While the overall effect wasn't chaotic, it was still far from a true "symphony."

Most critically, the countdown to the restart of the era hangs like the Sword of Damocles over our heads.

He doesn't have unlimited time to slowly reconcile this disharmony.

Every profession needs time to develop, and every skill needs effort to maintain.

Within a limited time, he faced a difficult choice:
Is it to maintain the status quo and become a jack-of-all-trades, master of none?

Or should we selectively abandon certain careers and specialize in a few key areas?
You look troubled.

Azalea's voice gently echoed deep within his consciousness.

A silver-scaled dragon appeared from the air and coiled above the desk.

“I sensed a disharmony in your mental state…”

Ron looked up: "Do you have any suggestions?"

"A suggestion?" Acelia chuckled, her dragon tail swaying in the air.
"I won't give you advice. I can only tell you some stories I've seen, and then let you think and choose for yourself."

Her words carried the wisdom accumulated over the years:
"I've seen your current predicament more than once when I was around that guy."

That's the common dilemma faced by all geniuses—the weight of choice.

"Would you like to hear a story? About a wizard with similar talents to yours, the one I told you about last time who failed to fuse. His name is Ram."

Ron nodded, signaling her to continue.

Acelia began to recall things from a distant past:

"That was a genius wizard from the same era as that guy."

Ram was known as the 'Sage of Fusion'—a title that was both a praise and a curse.

As she narrated, the light and shadow in the room began to subtly change:
"Ram's talent... how should I put it, even by the standards of all the geniuses I've ever seen, he is unique."

"At the age of fifteen, he was able to manipulate multiple different elements simultaneously;
By the age of thirty, his alchemical skills had surpassed those of many seasoned experts.

At the age of fifty, his innovative theories on the structure of magic redefined the entire discipline…

"What's even more astonishing is that he is also proficient in astrology, runic writing, and soul engineering..."

Acelia's voice was filled with emotion:

"Scholars at the time called him the 'walking wizard tower,' believing that he alone was equivalent to the knowledge reserves of an entire academy."

"Many people predict that Ram will become the next great being after the 'King of Revelation', and may even usher in a new era."

But at this point, Acelia's tone began to turn heavy:
"However, problems arose when Ram attempted to attack the Dark Sun-class."

"Besides the fact that his own power system is complex, he has not reached the 'ultimate' depth in any field that is sufficient to support the leap in the essence of life."

"Lam is like someone who has countless keys, but each key can only open half of the door."

Ron frowned: "Didn't he try to specialize in a particular area?"

“Of course he tried.” Acelia’s dragon shadow shook her head slightly.

"But then he realized that years of extensive learning had made his mental structure extremely complex."

Different knowledge systems formed an intricate network in his mind, each system deeply connected with the others.

"More seriously, his process of constructing his ethereal body became exceptionally difficult."

The undead needs a clear and unified 'core' as its foundation, but Ram's consciousness contains too many competing systems, each vying for dominance.

"As for Ram's final fate, I told you about it last time."

The room fell into a long silence.

“Of course, your situation is much better than Ram’s.”

Acelia's tone carried a hint of encouragement:

"I don't know why, but your different systems can create organic synergy instead of direct conflict."

"Your astrology provides early warning of potential contamination during meditation, and your knowledge of history provides theoretical support for alchemy."

This synergy is an advantage that Ram has never possessed before.

“But, Ron…”

Her dragon eyes stared directly into his eyes:

Even you cannot defy the most fundamental law of the universe—time and focus are finite resources.

Acelia's figure began to become transparent:

"Sometimes, giving up is also a kind of wisdom."

When the dragon's shadow completely disappeared, Ron sat alone in the darkness.

Under the shadow of the epoch restart, he had to make a decision.

To continue being a learned but not profound "master of all methods".

Or should we choose a few core directions and push them to their true limits?

More importantly, how does he determine which professions are most important for his current career development?

Which ones can be temporarily put aside? We can continue to improve them when we reach the Grand Wizard stage.

………………

The next morning, Ron sat alone at his desk.

The area in front of me was covered with various analytical charts and calculation formulas.

At the top of the parchment, he wrote a clear statement of his goal:

Core Objective:
Reach the level of a Grand Wizard before the Epoch Reset and establish an alternate world base.

"Now that the goal is clear, the next issue is resource allocation."

He picked up a quill pen and began drawing flowcharts on the parchment.

This analytical approach draws on the "value chain analysis" from management studies of the previous life, but incorporates the unique circumstances of the wizarding world.

He categorized all his professional abilities according to their "contribution to core objectives".

Each profession is given a clear functional positioning and priority ranking.

First Priority: Core Roads

Without a doubt, wizard training is the core of the entire system.

But after careful consideration, Ron realized that the profession itself needed further subdivision and optimization.

He drew three interconnected circles on the chart:

"Magic Compression System" - This is the hard threshold for breaking through the Dark Sun level, and also the material basis for constructing the Void.

"Knowledge Theory System" - including a deep understanding of the history of wizarding civilization, the supernatural system, and the management of other worlds.

"Practical application ability" - a comprehensive skill that transforms theory into practical application.

All three must develop in a coordinated manner; weakness in any one link could lead to overall failure.

[Second Priority: Support Enhancement]

The focus of potion-making has shifted away from creating various general-purpose potions.

Instead, they focus on special potions that can assist in [magic compression] and [mental power growth].

The research focus of alchemy was shifted to creating equipment and materials that could optimize the cultivation environment.

For example, more efficient magic gathering devices, more stable energy converters, etc.

Enchantment and Runic Arts focus on constructing [Composite Spell Circuits] and rune arrays that enhance [Radiation Fields].

"In this way, the development of all three professions serves the core objective."

[Third Priority: Strategic Navigation] [Historians] and [Astrologers] are categorized in this way, and their role is similar to that of a compass and nautical chart in navigation.

The value of history lies in providing "experience and reference," offering a basis for one's own path selection.

"The process of advancement for each great wizard is unique, but there must be certain common rules and patterns in it."

Astrology serves the functions of "risk warning" and "opportunity capture".

Ensure that in critical moments, no wrong decisions are made due to insufficient information.

"The development of these two professions does not require pursuing extreme depth, but it is essential to maintain sufficient sensitivity and accuracy."

Fourth Priority: Basic Security

The melee abilities provided by the Demon Hunter Knight and the Demon Swordsman are sufficient to deal with most direct threats at the current stage.

After careful evaluation, Ron decided that these professions would only require maintaining a basic level of proficiency for the time being, and that no more resources would be invested in their in-depth development.

"After all, once you reach the level of a Grand Wizard, you rarely need to engage in close combat. Your fighting style relies more on the power of the Void and the exquisite combination of spells."

[Special Treatment: Blood Circulation Synergy]

The most complex aspect is the handling of [Bloodline Regulation] and the dual-headed chimera bloodline system.

These abilities do play a significant role in improving his overall strength, but they are also the most time-consuming and energy-intensive part.

"However, on the other hand, my substitute doll is with Nari, and can enjoy the special environmental effects of her domain."

He drew a new branch diagram on the parchment:

"After the bloodline mutated into the 'Thunderfire Tyrant,' the original 'Corona Breathing Technique' still needs to be adapted and improved."

"We need to redesign a bloodline enhancement program suitable for the substitute's cultivation, allowing it to accumulate and nurture its bloodline power passively through breathing techniques, meditation, and other methods in the fifth layer of the abyss."

The main body continues to focus on the core training of the wizard's path, while the substitute is responsible for the passive growth of the bloodline system.

The two maintain synchronization through bloodline resonance, which avoids the problem of scattered energy and ensures a comprehensive improvement in overall strength.

"The magic concentration in the Nari Realm is more than ten times higher than that in the outside world. This environmental advantage cannot be bought with any amount of money."

He began to meticulously plan the specific implementation details of this "dual-track development" strategy on parchment.

Every aspect, from the skills a stunt double needs to master, the resources required, to the risk control measures that need to be taken into account, has been carefully considered.

By the time the entire strategic plan was completed, it was nearly noon.

Looking at the densely packed parchment in front of him, Ron felt an unprecedented sense of clarity welling up inside him.

The sense of being scattered when "playing multiple games at the same time" has disappeared, replaced by a unified and clear sense of direction.

Just as he was engrossed in his future plans, a soft rustling sound suddenly came from his storage bag.

"Ok?"

Ron stopped writing and looked at the storage bag with a puzzled expression.

Through the bag's special material, a faint light is shimmering, like a twinkling star in the night sky.

He recognized that unique light.

That was the radiance of the giant eye on the cover of "The Complete Guide to the Extraordinary".

"How is this going?"

Ron took it out, and the pages immediately began to turn automatically without any wind.

The page flips quickly but not haphazardly; it's more like searching for a specific page.

Ultimately, the book ended on a blank page.

Golden, cursive script seeped out like ink, gradually forming a line of words conveying a clear sense of apology:
"Ahem... Um, I just checked the teaching records and found a serious mistake. I forgot to provide a practical demonstration."

“Pure theoretical guidance is indeed too difficult for beginners, which was my oversight.”

The strokes of the writing appear somewhat cramped and uneasy.

Ron looked at the line of text and felt a mix of amusement and exasperation.

This great carrier of knowledge actually felt guilty about his "teaching mistakes"?
"So... are you looking for tutoring?" he asked tentatively.

The words on the pages immediately came to life:

"That's right! As a responsible mentor, I must provide a complete teaching experience!"

"Please wait a moment, I will play for you the 'Standard Tutorial for Making Multi-Element Soup' recorded by the host himself."

As the text disappeared, the entire page began to undergo a strange transformation.

Ripples spread across the surface of the paper, like pebbles being thrown into a calm lake.

Then, a clear 3D image was projected from the pages of the book.

The most eye-catching feature is the half-human, half-octopus figure in the center of the kitchen.

The body of the King of Absurdity was mostly shrouded in a layer of flowing mist.

Only a few octopus tentacles peeked out from the mist, and the apron with the words "Kiss the Cook" printed on it was particularly eye-catching.

Ron understood why the other party had handled things this way.

With my current level of mental strength, even looking directly at the King of Absurdity, even as an image, could cause irreversible damage.

"Welcome to the Absurd Kitchen. I am the head chef here—Hector."

The voice of the king of absurdity emanates from the images:
"Today, let me show you what true 'culinary art' really is."

The images started moving.

The King of Absurdity was the first to pick up the scorching mushroom.

“Look, child, treat the elements as you would a friend with a personality.”

His tentacles did not "cut" with a knife like Ron did.

It simply moves lightly across the surface of the mushroom, as if playing a musical instrument.

"The fire element of the scorching mushroom is distributed along specific veins. These veins are like chords in music, with a natural harmonious rhythm."

As the tentacles gently caressed him, Ron was surprised to see golden-red patterns appearing on the surface of the mushroom—the very traces of flowing fire element.

"When you understand its 'feelings', you can resonate with it."

The king of absurdity flicked its tentacles at a specific point, and the entire mushroom immediately separated into thin slices along its texture.

Each piece is of uniform thickness and has smooth edges.

Next is the processing of deep-sea kelp.

The King of Absurdity waved his tentacles in the air, and a mass of seawater appeared out of thin air.

"Deep-sea kelp lives in a high-pressure, high-salt environment, and every fiber of it is filled with the memory of the ocean."

He gently placed the kelp into the seawater, and the kelp immediately began to sway freely like a swimming fish.

“You can’t rinse it roughly, that will wash away its ‘story’.”

We need to create an environment where it feels safe, so that it will willingly share its best insights.

The preparation of mint leaves is an art form in itself.

"The leaves of mountain mint contain the element of free wind; they yearn to fly and dance."

Those delicate leaves voluntarily drifted toward the wind element net, where they gently spun and cleaned themselves.

"When you give them the freedom they want, they will give you the purity you desire."

……

Next comes the cooking process.

"The principle of mutual restraint and mutual generation is not a rigid rule, but a lively dialogue."

As He spoke, He began to perform precise operations with His tentacles:
"The earth element comes first, but it cannot be arbitrary and domineering; it must leave room for dialogue with other elements."

"The wind element follows, but it cannot act arbitrarily; it must showcase the charm of change based on the earth element."

"Water is the element of harmony; it is a natural diplomat that can turn all conflicts into harmony."

"Fire element inspires passion; it is the artist of passion, capable of making all possibilities a reality."

Under His direction, the four elements unfolded a magnificent dance in the soup pot.

It was a beautiful scene, like a nebula, with distinct layers that echoed each other.

"This is real cooking; there's a lot to learn about it."

The King of Absurdity nodded in satisfaction:

"You need to learn to understand, respect, guide, and harmonize with the ingredients."

At the end of the video, the camera pans across the dining table on the other side of the kitchen.

All the employees of Baoku were there, waving excitedly in the direction of the camera.

The penguin gentleman elegantly removed his hat in greeting, the three rabbits made different expressions on their three heads, and the carrot display swayed its leaves in appreciation.

What surprised Ron the most was the mysterious woman sitting in the guest seat.

Although both were shrouded in mist, their extremely composed demeanor immediately reminded Ron of the King of Illusions.

The woman seemed to notice the camera, raised the spoon in her hand, and nodded towards the lens in return.

The images slowly faded away, and the room returned to calm.

The last line of text appeared on the page:
"Practice hard, son."

Skills can be taught, but wisdom must be experienced and understood personally.

Ron stared at the disappearing words, his heart filled with mixed emotions.

"If only this had been available last time..." he thought, both amused and exasperated.

"My precious half of the ingredients and that poor kitchen knife wouldn't have had to 'sacrifice' so tragically."

But then he fell into deeper thought.

After watching the instructional video, Ron began a deep review of his "disastrous" performance the previous day.

Why did I fail so miserably?

This problem troubled him.

Logically speaking, with his current perception and fine control skills, processing several ingredients should not be a difficult task.

(End of this chapter)