I have a composite mirror

All the students present turned their gazes toward Gu Shenyan.

Condensing a spiritual core?

Zhou Mingxuan's eyes widened, and Li Wenyuan's pen fell to the ground with a "thud".

Qian Baolin's face turned deathly pale, and his lips trembled slightly.

Back in class, he considered himself the first to perceive the spiritual essence and the first to "enter the door".

At that time, he was so full of vigor and looked down on everyone.

But now... Gu Shenyan has actually condensed his spirit core before him?

"Father."

Gu Shenyan stood up and bowed:

"The student condensed a spirit core a few days ago and entered the realm of apprentices."

"good!"

Father Moore was genuinely happy, after all, his student's success was also an achievement for him.

"To be able to condense a spirit core in less than two months, your talent is even more outstanding than I imagined."

He patted Gu Shenyan on the shoulder:

"Although you are using the Four Elements Breathing Method, you have managed to avoid its drawbacks of 'Four Elements Chaos'..."

"This level of understanding is truly rare."

"Gentlemen."

The priest turned around and looked at the other students:

"I'll be making some adjustments to today's lesson."

"In the first half, I explained the key to condensing life fire to student Gu Shenyan."

"In the second half, I will continue to teach you spiritual perception."

These words immediately sparked a murmur in the classroom.

Are you giving Gu Shenyan special tutoring?

In front of so many people?

"Father."

Qian Baolin couldn't help but speak up: "I also have some questions I'd like to ask..."

Father Moore glanced at him, his expression indifferent:

"We'll address your question in the second half."

"Right now, Gu's matter is more important than yours."

These words were so blunt that Qian Baolin had no way to refute them.

He could only sit down awkwardly, clenching his fists.

Father Moore did not look at the fat boy again:

"Speak, what's the problem?"

Gu Shenyan organized his thoughts and began to speak:

"A student would like to ask, what are the material requirements for condensing the first life flame?"

"The material requirements for the first life fire are the most lenient."

Father Moore explained:

"As long as the attributes are similar, it's fine."

"Of course, the higher the quality of the materials, the smoother the condensation process will be."

Gu Shenyan nodded, secretly confirming it in his heart.

Just as I thought, the water monkey's spirit should come in handy.

"And what about the second life fire?" he continued to ask.

"The requirements for the second life fire are much stricter."

Father Moore said:

"Not only must their attributes be similar, but they also need to have a certain connection with the demons indicated by the Life Fire Diagram."

"As for the third life fire..."

He looked at Gu Shenyan, his expression turning serious:

"The condensation of the core life flame requires the use of demonic materials indicated by the life flame diagram."

Gu Shenyan nodded silently.

This is consistent with the information he had previously gathered.

The first life element is the easiest to obtain; simply choose one with a similar attribute.

The second life fire requires demons of the same origin;

The third life fire is the most difficult, as it must correspond to a demon.

This is the principle of "starting with the easy and then moving to the difficult" in the art of divination.

"Since we're on this topic, let me expand on it for you."

Father Moore took a piece of chalk from the drawer and drew a simple diagram on the blackboard.

The illustration is a circle with a small point of light at the center, surrounded by three flower petals.

The priest pointed to the illustration:

"This is the relationship between the spirit core and the life flame."

"The point of light at the center is the spirit core."

"The three petals surrounding it are the triple life flames."

He drew a few more strokes on the blackboard:

"I have repeatedly emphasized before that the choice of the Fire Chart is of utmost importance."

"The fire you choose must be compatible with your own attributes."

"Otherwise, you're courting death."

Gu Shenyan felt a chill run down his spine upon hearing this, as he recalled the Chi Snake Life Fire Diagram in his hand.

The dragon belongs to the water element, and its mermaid bloodline is also water-based; the two should be compatible.

"Father," he asked.

"If the life-fire is compatible with one's own attribute, will the fusion process be much smoother?"

"Not bad." Father Moore nodded.

"When attributes are compatible, the fusion will feel natural and effortless."

"The gathering of the first life-giving fire cannot be rushed, nor can it be delayed."

"You need to know your limits."

The priest then said he would give him half a lesson of extra help, and he really did give him detailed instruction for that half lesson.

He only stopped when he caught sight of the clock at the back of the classroom pointing to the exact hour, and his gaze swept over the other students:

"Alright, everyone, continue cultivating your spiritual perception for the rest of the time."

"If you have any questions, please raise your hand."

The other students responded in unison and began to meditate cross-legged.

But how could they possibly calm their minds?

………………

The school bell rang softly, signaling the end of get out of class.

The students stood up in twos and threes, each with a different expression.

Some looked dejected, some seemed to have realized something, and some had their fighting spirit rekindled in their eyes.

Gu Shenyan finished packing his things and was about to get up when he saw Zhou Mingxuan and Li Wenyuan walking towards him.

"Brother Shenyan!"

Zhou Mingxuan hooked his arm around his shoulder:

"Truly, one can look at a scholar with new eyes after three days' absence!"

"The four of us entered school together, and now you've already mastered the art of magic! Amazing, truly amazing!"

Li Wenyuan followed, his eyes filled with emotion:

"To my shame, while we are still struggling, you have already come so far."

"You flatter me." Gu Shenyan habitually said modestly, "It was just a fluke, nothing to brag about."

"Just lucky?"

Zhou Mingxuan chuckled lightly: "If you're just lucky, then what about us? We don't even have the right to be lucky!"

As he said this, the smile on his face gradually faded:

"By the way, Brother Shenyan, do you know anything about Sun Wan'er?"

"Sun Wan'er?"

Gu Shenyan frowned: "What happened to her? I've been busy cultivating these days, and it's been quite a while since I've seen her."

"Wan'er...I'm afraid she won't be coming to school anymore."

Li Wenyuan sighed:

"I heard it was her father's idea."

"She made little progress in the path of magic, which her father felt was a waste of time."

"They've already started looking for a husband for her, and they say she'll get engaged after the New Year."

Gu Shenyan remained silent upon hearing this.

This kind of thing is all too common in this day and age.

A woman's fate is often not in her own hands.

"What a pity."

Zhou Mingxuan shook his head:

"Although Wan'er is a bit impatient, she is a very good person."

"If I can continue cultivating, there might still be a chance."

"But now..."

He couldn't continue, and just let out a long sigh.

Li Wenyuan began by saying:

"This is their family matter, and it's not appropriate for us to say too much."

"I just hope she can marry into a good family in the future and not suffer."

Zhou Mingxuan nodded, then looked at Gu Shenyan:

"By the way, Brother Shenyan, now that you are an apprentice in the art of magic, what are your plans for the future?"

"Intend?"

Gu Shenyan thought for a moment:

"First, condense the first life flame... then you will need to become an apprentice in half a month."

"Become an apprentice?" Zhou Mingxuan's eyes lit up. "Whom should I become my apprentice?"

"A talisman master," Gu Shenyan said. "I don't know the specifics, but I do know he's a master of the Forging Realm."

"The Law Forging Realm!" Li Wenyuan gasped. "Those are truly important figures!"

"Brother Shenyan, you're about to soar to great heights!"

Gu Shenyan smiled and shook his head, without saying anything more.

In this world, some people advance triumphantly, some stagnate, and some leave the stage in despair.

I just hope that I can always stay ahead.