Bizarre Survival: I Can Devour Thousands of Talents

Chapter 252: Kronos's Works, Compensation from the Journal

[Transmutative Intuition (Limited): When analyzing, using, or breaking alchemical formulas, it provides an intuitive response to alternative solutions for related materials; accelerates the learning of alchemical formulas; and makes it easier to increase proficiency during practice.]

"Phew...not bad luck!"

Ling Xiao was quite satisfied with the result.

Having reached another plateau in experience, he now naturally focuses his energy on his talent.

The alchemical manual obtained from the dream trial is like an inexhaustible gold mine.

The only regret was that he didn't have a pickaxe to mine.

The arrival of [Transformation Intuition] has undoubtedly helped Ling Xiao achieve a qualitative leap in alchemy!

After equipping the talent.

The alchemical formulas that were originally so subtle as to be difficult to detect were now crystal clear in Ling Xiao's eyes.

He was already quite sensitive to elements, and at this moment, he could easily spot the traces of the alchemical formula with just a casual glance.

Even after the doll's demise, the alchemical formulas here are still diligently trying to maintain the status quo.

Long years need time to wear them down.

Whether by choice or by force, Kronos has transformed this floating island into a territory for alchemy!

If Ling Xiao steps directly into the "duel arena" after landing on the island, the alchemical matrix that has been prepared can unleash its power instantly!

It dealt him a devastating blow!

Facing an enemy with such a geographical advantage, Ling Xiao will likely have to put in a lot more effort to win.

Fortunately, he noticed the underground fluctuations in time and was able to briefly take off.

The high-intensity operation of the puppet, forced by air-to-ground methods, led to a malfunction.

"Something crashed down from the sky, the earth cracked open, and even the ocean underwent a tremendous change..."

Ling Xiao pondered the doll's jumbled last words.

"Tsk... Despite such a catastrophe, humanity in this world didn't go extinct, and in fact, a considerable number survived in various ways... Amazing!"

In his view.

A civilization without people is meaningless.

No matter how much data and treasures are preserved, without vibrant life, they are all just empty talk and a mirage.

Who can we expect to read it?

Who can we expect to inherit this business?

Now, although the original inhabitants have become strange beings such as the heartless and the soulless, there are also lonely souls like Captain Klein who are adrift at sea and unable to return home, and monsters like Kronos who hide in dolls to seek survival.

At least……

There are also "people"!

There were also people from that era who could exchange a few words with Ling Xiao!

Human civilization has never been interrupted!

In his view, this gain was far more precious than any treasure.

of course.

If there are any treasures, that would be even better!

During Lingxiao's fierce battle with the puppet, the earth was torn and riddled with holes, like crumpled paper.

In fact, Lingxiao's violent offensive did not pour much onto the earth; most of the large-scale scenes were created by the puppets absorbing and manipulating earth elements.

After the perfect fusion of alchemical formulas and magic, the connection between the earth and the puppet became even stronger.

This also resulted in the puppet dying, but the remaining magic was still trying to maintain the broken alchemical matrix.

Ling Xiao stood on a relatively flat rock.

I tried to analyze and learn from these remaining alchemical formulas, but the results were rather absurd.

Despite his talent in alchemy.

But just like learning mathematical formulas, if the originally neat and clear formulas are now erased to only a few numbers and symbols, how can you derive the most basic formulas from them?

Even the most talented person can't learn much (except for geniuses who directly create new formulas).

At least Ling Xiao isn't that much of a genius.

So he adopted the simplest and most direct method.

One force can overcome ten techniques!

He could sense that something was hidden underground.

Since these remaining alchemical matrices are no longer worth learning from, let's destroy them!

Without using any domain, it was purely physical strength.

Ling Xiao transforms into a human hole-drilling machine!

bang bang bang-

Every punch that landed kicked up a lot of dirt!

He skillfully applied his internal energy, achieving precise explosive effects!

The earth cracked, and rocks scattered everywhere!

Before long, Ling Xiao dug to the target depth.

Then, by clearing away the surrounding soil, they pulled out the final reward that this floating island was meant to be.

[LV30 Excellent Treasure Chest (Infused with spiritual power to open...)]

[Content: To be opened ???]

"They hid it quite well!"

This was the first time Ling Xiao had ever seen a treasure chest hidden underground.

If someone else had defeated the puppet, they wouldn't have gotten the reward, and they might not even have a way to leave.

However, it's also possible that you accidentally "broke" the doll yourself.

Normally, he should have defeated the puppet possessed by "Chronos," but instead, he fused the two together!

In the end, it was the puppet that was defeated.

That's why the normal settlement wasn't triggered.

After a brief moment of contemplation while waiting, the treasure chest opened as spiritual energy was injected!

[Teleportation Array Core Runestone *1]

[Earth Vein Crystal Core *19]

[78 high-quality metal parts]

[Superior-grade Alchemy Doll Powered Furnace *3]

[Superior-grade Alchemy Matrix Miniature Core *1]

[Kronos's "Advanced Basic Alchemy Techniques and an Introduction to Simple Matrix Evolution" *1]

[Strange Source Core *1]

……

"Hmm...this seems pretty impressive!"

A flash of light appeared in Ling Xiao's hand, and the reward that had piqued his curiosity most surfaced in the world.

[Introduction to Basic Alchemy Techniques and Simplified Matrix Evolution]

【Quality: Excellent】

[Note: This product is for single use only; the contents will be ingested by the user after use, so please be prepared to memorize them.]

[Review: At a time when alchemy was being widely promoted, this work, due to its insightful yet accessible style and comprehensive detail, became essential reading for all students studying alchemy in higher education institutions.]

"A disposable item, huh... It's certainly precious!"

Ling Xiao was somewhat excited.

He had used disposable items before, but they were all consumables like magic scrolls and fire grenades.

I've seen learning tools before, but I've never seen one of this high quality!

Just as he was getting excited, the alchemy manual, which had been behaving itself, suddenly started to throb.

Ling Xiao took out the sealed artifact and discovered that there was a faint connection between the two.

"You...you want to eat it?"

The Alchemy Manual cannot speak.

But the general meaning is correct!

Now, Ling Xiao was in a dilemma.

He remained wary of the sealed artifact, knowing its immense and unpredictable power.

Because Qi Heng's heart was destroyed by the sealing artifact.

After learning the truth, Ling Xiao was almost ready to give his buddy a heart-wrenching talk to get rid of this major hidden danger!

If it weren't for the mysterious proprietress in the City of Frenzied Desires who helped the two suppress the hidden dangers.

He might actually think of using spatial secrets like dimensional fission to get rid of the plague god entrenched in Qi Heng's chest afterwards!

During the time after obtaining the [Flamemer Alchemy Manual], Ling Xiao continued to reap benefits from it.

Perfect spellcasting...

Novel potion recipes...

Teleportation of runes in formations...

It can be said that the Alchemy Notebook did nothing wrong to him; on the contrary, it provided considerable help!

But Ling Xiao still dared not let his guard down.

This is a collaboration where both sides are receiving positive feedback.

If one day the Alchemy Manual makes a request that Ling Xiao sacrifice a few fresh hearts or something similar...

Then he'll have to consider putting this sealed artifact away.

Right now, although the Alchemy Notebook hasn't done anything bad, it simply wants to "eat" this book, which is quite significant in the field of alchemy.

Ling Xiao still couldn't help but overthink things.

Will doing this lead to any unpredictable consequences?

Will the sealed artifact be able to break free of its "seal"?

After a moment's thought.

He chose to speak his mind.

The latest novel is first published here!

The alchemy manual's past performance shows that it can be communicated to a certain extent, so if you have any doubts, why not just ask it directly!

"Mr. Flamel, what would happen if I gave you this alchemical book?"

Knowledge is the best nourishment for a journal!

[After absorbing it, the journal will retain all the alchemical formulas and permanently inscribe them. You can use a certain amount of spiritual power to cast the [inscribed] alchemical formulas and alchemical matrices using the journal!]

"So, it's a good thing that I gave you this book?"

Ling Xiao had a novel idea: "Then can I feed you all the other books! And then I can ask you for them when I need them?"

He took away the ancient books that Sartre had studied his entire life.

These things caused the death of an abnormal being, so it would be a lie to say that Ling Xiao wasn't afraid.

Ling Xiao's mindset is very simple.

He wanted to learn something from it, but he didn't want to trigger any hidden backlash against him.

Now that he has suddenly discovered that the [Flamemer Alchemy Notebook] can be used as an otherworldly, extraordinary version of the "Little Genius Reading Machine," he naturally wants to use this medium to achieve his goal.

[A thirst for knowledge! An aversion to falsehood! If you try to forcibly analyze and memorize incorrect knowledge, you will not only fail, but you will also suffer a backlash!]

"Isn't simply browsing and analyzing enough?"

[Disgust! Abhorrence! Sin! Knowledge is the essence that requires self-study and exploration! Opportunism, cheating, and deception are undoubtedly a desecration of knowledge!]

[The journal entry will be subject to disciplinary action; I hope you can become an honest and diligent student!]

blah-

Lingxiao's hair stood on end.

As he sensed danger, a surge of powerful energy enveloped his entire body.

puff!

A muffled thud came from above.

Ling Xiao looked up and saw a bolt of lightning strike the protective aura, shattering and dissipating.

[School aversion! School aversion! Punishment doubled! Severeened!]

[Warning! Warning! If you continue to adhere to improper learning methods, the penalties in the journal will continue to increase!]

"You're going to attack me and then not let me block it?! What kind of bullshit logic is that?!"

Ling Xiao was stunned, but he quickly withdrew his defenses before the next round of lightning struck.

puff!

puff!

Two thick, long bolts of purple-blue lightning struck him with lightning speed.

to be honest……

Ling Xiao had fought a fierce battle with that LV30 alchemical doll and had never suffered such serious injuries.

Moreover, sometimes, especially when Ling Xiao has already honed himself to a certain level.

It's a challenge to get him to control his instincts and not resist them spontaneously!

It's just as unbearable as watching a slap land on your face and having to endure it without dodging.

"Ugh..."

Ling Xiao stretched his muscles and bones.

Smoke billowed from his body; the two punitive lightning bolts from the scroll did little damage.

But it still hurts a little!

"I was just asking, it hasn't even been implemented yet! Is it really necessary to make such a big deal out of my idea?"

【…】

【…】

The alchemy manual, which was just moments ago filled with righteous indignation and declared its irreconcilable hatred of "academic fraud," suddenly fell silent.

After waiting a while, they continued to respond.

[No newly entered incorrect knowledge was found; two free burning operations were performed as compensation.]

Blanch!

"You really did overreact to sensitive words!"

Ling Xiao gritted his teeth, "Twice isn't enough! How can you compensate me for the damage to my fragile heart?! Let's do four more times, to make it a more auspicious number!"

[An additional compensation of one time, for a total of three burning uses, will be exempt from consumption. Please put the relevant items into the sealing artifact as soon as possible...]

Ling Xiao was genuinely surprised.

So it really is possible to bargain with sealed items!

"Not enough! Once isn't enough to express your sincerity, and besides, I haven't even decided whether I'll give you this book or not!"

Ling Xiao declared with a strong voice, "Since you like this genuine knowledge so much, you certainly don't want me to just swallow it whole and forget most of it, right?"

"This tool can only be used once! If I forget, it'll be a real waste! If you want more, you can use it a few more times!"

[Three rounds of compensation in total! An additional learning cost for one alchemy matrix is ​​waived! Teachers don't like students who cheat, even if it's for the sake of learning! This is the first and last time!]

Ling Xiao knew when to stop while he was ahead.

After discovering that the journal would rather give him an alchemy matrix for free than compensate him a few more times, he readily agreed to the terms.

"Here you go! Take it!"

The moment Kronos's writings came into contact with the Alchemy Manual, the former transformed into a colorful stream of light that was absorbed by the latter.

Ling Xiao immersed his mind in the sealed artifact once again and discovered that it contained a great deal of alchemical knowledge that he could study and learn from.

What he focused on most were the various alchemical matrices.

According to the notes, one can choose any one and skip the learning process.

That is, to master it directly!

This is so awesome!

Ling Xiao needs to carefully consider which one to choose!

Don't rush to make a choice.

He then examined the other haul.

Earth vein crystal nuclei are a high-quality mineral with a rich earth element.

It is essentially the product of the puppets "refining" this floating island over the years.

It can directly power alchemical creations and is also an excellent choice as a magical material.

There were definitely more originally, but most of them were used by that puppet to fight itself...

What a tragedy...

The remaining alchemical products are basically the parts needed to forge and assemble alchemical dolls.

The most valuable of them all is undoubtedly the superior alchemical matrix miniature core.

After briefly browsing Professor Knox's book, although he hadn't yet grasped the basics, Ling Xiao had a general idea of ​​what it was all about.

He was certain that even if he mastered the book, he wouldn't be able to handcraft an alchemical doll.

Because his core technology is far from sufficient.

but……

The treasure chest exploded!

Moreover, he had all the other materials, including the power furnace to drive the puppet, and he was confident, even quite confident, that he could create an alchemical puppet!

After all, assembling a robot is much simpler than developing robot algorithms!

"We've struck it rich! This time we've really hit the jackpot!"

(End of this chapter)