Cultivators at the Wizarding Academy

Chapter 254 Dawn Era

Many scholars in later generations believed that the invention of the Dawn Array was a symbol of the arrival of a new era.

This period was subsequently known as the Age of Magic, the Dawn Era.

The high-ranking spellcasters of the Council of Stars sent out invitations, hoping to visit the energy-gathering array invented by the divine being.

Tai'an had known this day would come. Their reaction was much slower than expected. However, the impact was minimal.

They initially thought it would be just a few people, but a large group showed up. At least twenty or thirty Saint-level spellcasters gathered to watch. Their initial skepticism and disbelief eventually turned into amazement.

"Guardian, may I make a presumptuous request? Such a significant and epoch-making invention, could it be made more widely available as soon as possible? We will pay hefty patent fees." The white-haired, long-browed spellcaster had traveled from a distant land, carrying a magic wand shaped like a cane.

Tai'an pretended to be deep in thought and remained silent.

"You can rest assured about confidentiality; we can make the strictest contractual oath," the spellcaster wearing a raven mask interjected from the side.

"From a profit perspective, opening up the patents will yield more benefits..." the fiery red-haired mature woman advised.

Tai'an snorted lightly, "The technology isn't quite mature yet; it needs time to prove itself! Don't rush things..."

News about divine beings is a major focus of attention for humanity's high command. The parameters of the new energy-gathering array, named the Dawn Array, are spreading rapidly throughout human kingdoms.

All countries expressed close attention, sent delegations to visit, and offered very favorable terms.

Taiya and Dorothy become Taian's personal diplomats, spending their days handling reception duties and compiling lists of conditions offered by various countries. They strive to be well-informed and avoid being taken advantage of.

"An average patent fee of twelve percent is really too low." During the Friday dinner, while waiting for the food to be served, Tai'an listened to the two men's report, frowning and shaking his head.

"Xiao An, what's your bottom line?" Dorothy placed her hands on her knee-high stockings. She was still dressed in a cool, summery outfit.

"We'll see! Ideally, we'd like 20%, and we'll negotiate little by little," Tai'an stated.

"Xiao An, you're so greedy." Taiya stood behind her younger brother, her icy hands cupping his chin.

The third spirit-gathering array was completed a week later.

Tai'an no longer personally oversaw the construction of the second magic array; he had already passed on the inscriptions to his most trusted advisor, Ovisga.

Of course, Hua Yun and Liadrin trusted each other to some extent. However, the two were too weak and completely lacked the ability to protect themselves.

From then on, the price of each magical energy unit dropped to twenty-five copper pence.

The continued decline in energy prices, coupled with more abundant supply, is a good thing for all industries.

Restaurants are considering purchasing refrigerated display cases that can preserve food longer, extending the shelf life of meat and reducing food waste. Libraries have added more Magic Lights and lowered their overnight rates. Live TV and radio sales have seen a slight increase.

News about the Dawn Array appeared in the Kingdom Weekly, and the Blue Rose family once again became the focus of public attention.

After rounds of negotiations.

Finally, Tai'an made the decision to release the technology.

The patent fee is set at 17%.

All countries have agreed to provide channels for the exchange of rare resources.

……

The first cold wave of winter arrived suddenly, accompanied by a blizzard that lasted for three days and three nights. The earth was covered in a blanket of white snow.

It arrived almost half a month earlier than in previous years, indicating that the weather is becoming increasingly severe.

"Xiao An, your coming-of-age ceremony is in seven days!" Taiya stood behind the sofa, pressing her hands against her younger brother's head, positioning him comfortably. She thought to herself, "Enjoy it while you can! You won't have another chance later."

"I don't want to go back!" Tai'an was in a bad mood after being scolded by his parents again. In a fit of anger, he renamed the Blue Rose Magic Stone Charging Service Center the Dawn Charging Service Center.

"No! How can you not go back? You won't inherit the territory!"

"I won't inherit it. It's too cold in the north. I'll go to the south."

"You never tell your family before doing anything."

"I greeted you, you should greet them too..."

"Also, the family bloodline cannot be passed down outside..."

Tai'an paused for a moment, realizing that his parents might know about hope.

Then we definitely can't go back!

"Please tell Dad and Mom that I'm going away to cultivate for a while."

"Ah, how long will it take..."

"It could take anywhere from a few months to several years. The world is so big, I want to see it..."

Taiya was furious, her brows furrowed, and a look of displeasure appeared on her face: "Xiao An, don't think that just because you have some strength, you can act recklessly without any regard for others."

How can one escape the most important coming-of-age ceremony in life?

"Don't treat me like a child!" Tai'an sighed. "Let's talk about it when I can inherit the territory! Right now, Dad has a lot of complaints about me."

If you don't discuss important matters, your bloodline will be diverted, or you don't follow family rules, your father might take action if you meet him.

Things might get even worse then…

The old man was ignorant and arrogant, and didn't care much about gods or immortals. He stubbornly believed that his father's status was above all else.

"Are you really not going?" Taiya emphasized.

"No, no..." Tai'an confirmed.

"You should go and build a Dawn Array for the territory. Don't just think about making money for yourself. You'll be a lord someday," Taiya advised, changing the subject.

"My dad isn't ready to relinquish control. Thirty or fifty years from now is too far away for me. By then, the next generation might already be grown up. There's no point in having any expectations."

Out of consideration for the people living in the northern lands, Tai'an went back and personally made two sets of energy-gathering arrays.

The date of the coming-of-age ceremony is approaching.

Perhaps it was Atayal who relayed Taian's resistant attitude.

Neither his father, Tyron, nor his mother, Dallen, said much, fearing that a single word might cause their son to storm off, just like his father, Tyler, who would often disappear for years at a time.

The mother, Dai Lian, subtly inquired about the child, hoping that Tai An could bring hope back to see him. If it was truly inconvenient, she would be willing to go herself.

"I doubt it will work. hope is the heir of the Tulip family. She's busy with both cultivation and managing the academy..." Tai'an wasn't about to lose face and invite trouble.

"Greenfield, what are your plans?" Dallen asked.

Tai'an pondered for a moment: "Let's get married as soon as possible! Let's set a date..."

To be honest, I feel a little guilty that I couldn't attend Greenfield's coming-of-age ceremony.

He was on the front lines fighting against the demon invasion and could not travel back and forth.

Fortunately, Greenfield was able to understand.

"Then let's make it the first of the new year!" Taiya suggested.

A full three-month winter break should be more than enough time. With a bit of luck, there's more than enough time to plant seeds.

Tai'an nodded noncommittally: "I think we should ask for her opinion."

(End of this chapter)