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Chapter 60 Extraction Technique

the next day.

The Mage Guild.

On the rocking chair by the window, Manlin held an ancient book in her hands, her jade-like legs crossed.

Her eyes darted between the lines, her expression slightly thoughtful.

Suddenly, there was a knocking sound at the door, followed by a familiar voice.

"Teacher Manlin, I've come to curry favor with you—"

Manlin chuckled softly. "Come in, Zell."

Zellier pushed open the door and entered. He first bowed slightly to Mentor Manlin, and then placed the cloth bag containing the moonflower on the table.

“Mentor Manlin, here’s what you requested. Please check if it’s correct.”

"You're quite efficient, little guy."

"I will definitely do my best to complete the task assigned by Instructor Manlin," Zellier said seriously.

Manlin opened the cloth bag, took out a clump of moonflower grass still covered in damp soil, examined it carefully, and then nodded in satisfaction.

"Excellent, the rhizomes are intact and very active. This batch of moonflower grass is of very high quality."

Manlin neatly arranged the moonflowers on the table.

Then she got up and walked to the rows of neat medicine cabinets, skillfully selecting several auxiliary materials—including bright red flame fruit, crooked snake vine, and a few dried silver leaves.

It looked like they were preparing some kind of concoction.

"Do you know the Water Ball spell?" Manlin turned to ask Zelier.

"Yes," Zellier nodded in response.

Manlin then took a copper basin from the shelf and said, "Put some water in it."

Zelier placed the copper basin in front of him and began to sketch out the spell structure of the Water Ball spell in his mind.

However, there is one small problem.

If the water sphere spell is released according to the original spell structure, the water sphere will be ejected by the magical impact the moment it takes shape, and it might splash everywhere.

So Zell made a small, impromptu attempt.

Just as the magic was about to flow through the final energy-accelerating circuit, he deliberately reduced the amount of magic output.

As Zelil had predicted, a clear water ball formed in his palm, but instead of being launched, it gently flowed into the copper basin.

Manlin observed this and nodded approvingly.

"Your understanding of spell structure and magic manipulation is quite good; you've mastered it."

Manlin placed the copper basin filled with clean water next to the materials and took out her wand.

It was a piece of wood that looked quite old. The staff was made from a piece of old oak with natural grain, and the surface was rough, with even a few knots visible.

The top of the oak is inlaid with a teardrop-shaped pale green crystal, and several mithril ornaments like vines extend from the bottom of the crystal, tightly wrapping around the staff and forming a beautiful magic-guiding pattern.

Zellier stood by, holding his breath and watching Manlin's every move intently.

Manlin gently waved her wand, and the crystal at the tip of the wand immediately lit up, enveloping all the herbs in a hazy green light.

Zelier could clearly see that, under the penetration of the green light, the moon grass, silver leaf grass, flame fruit, and snake vine were rapidly withering and losing their color, and the life essence contained within them was being forcibly stripped away.

Under Manlin's guidance, the essence was poured into the clear water in the copper basin in an orderly manner.

"Gulu gulu..."

The originally clear water immediately began to bubble, churning as if it were boiling, and steam filled the air.

Manlin proceeded with the blending process methodically, and finally, after all the essences had reached a perfect balance, the surface of the water calmed down. The steam slowly dissipated, and the water in the copper basin had turned into a fragrant, pale green liquid with a slightly viscous texture.

At the same time, Zellier also had a sense of familiarity.

As expected, a new spell was added to the analysis queue below the Spell Evolution.

Extraction technique, analysis progress - 1%.

“Mentor Manlin”.

Zellier leaned closer. "The magic you just cast was...?"

“This spell is called [Extraction], and it’s also an empowerment spell. You can’t learn it,” Manlin said casually.

"What exactly are the effects of the extraction technique?" Zellier asked curiously.

"Well... extraction techniques can extract the essence contained within materials and fuse them to create potions with unique effects. Most potions on the market are made this way."

"Manlin said."

"However, we must also be careful, as the recipe for each potion is different, and we must strictly follow the ingredients and proportions. If we mix them together haphazardly, the potion may become ineffective, or it may cause a magical outburst that leads to an explosion. As a result, quite a few mages have died in accidents."

“I see…” Zellier nodded in sudden understanding.

Enchanting mages are truly precious.

In battle, it can not only heal injuries and provide various buffs to teammates, but also create logistical potions.

No wonder he holds such a high position.

Mentor Marvin is also a senior mage, but at least he has to take on assessments and mentor newcomers in the guild, while Mentor Manlin can leisurely stay in her office every day.

Manlin took out a delicate little funnel and divided the liquid in the copper basin into two small transparent bottles.

"This is a healing potion. It can quickly stop bleeding, promote immediate regeneration of flesh and blood, and can also counteract toxins of moderate severity. It is a relatively useful low-level magic potion."

"For an injury like the one you suffered last time, drinking a bottle of healing potion will basically heal you up to 70-80%, and it might even save your life during an adventure."

As she spoke, Manlin handed both bottles of healing potion to Zelier.

Zellier was stunned for a moment.

"Teacher Manlin, what's wrong...?"

"Didn't you come here to curry favor with me? I have to give you something in return, otherwise what if you don't come next time?"

Manlin tilted her head slightly, a smile spreading across her lips. "Take it... I'd like to nurture a talented junior like you."

A warm feeling welled up in Zell's heart. He took the medicine and thanked him sincerely.

"Thank you, Mentor Manlin."

"You're welcome."

Manlin waved her hand, "If you come across any rare plants during your adventures, you can pick them and show them to me. They might just be the main ingredient in some magic potions."

“Okay, I definitely will!” Zellier readily agreed.

Having a superior enchanting mage help you concoct potions is something many people would love to do.

"Oh, by the way, remember to take your cane with you. I forgot it here yesterday."

"Oh……"

Zellier carefully put the two bottles of healing potion into his pocket, picked up his cane, thanked her again, and then left Manlin's office with satisfaction.

Outside Blackstone Town.

The clear river water shimmered in the sunlight, and a herd of sika deer were carefully gathering on the bank to drink.

(End of this chapter)