Wizards pursue the truth

Chapter 32 [32] It wasn't the wizarding family that did it, strange indeed!

Under the light of the incubation room, the blue, viscous liquid inside the culture chamber seemed to cling to the walls, and no matter how much it was shaken, it did not exhibit the physical properties of a liquid.

This brought a smile to Wang Ya's lips. The cultivation process was progressing very well, and he would probably be able to cultivate a batch of Blue Poison Essence tomorrow.

Similarly, the original liquid of the Crimson Scale Poison had been successfully cultivated three days ago.

What kind of variables will arise from the fusion of these two extraordinary toxins? Will it develop in a positive direction, or will it completely destroy the extraordinary properties of both?

Of course, it wasn't just a simple fusion of two extraordinary toxins. Based on his current knowledge of the extraordinary and his own judgment, Wang Ya added many other neutralizing substances. During the fusion process, the wizard's extraordinary mental power and particle energy also had to participate, controlling the timing and extent of the fusion.

In Wang Ya's vision, the fused extraordinary toxins would possess two properties simultaneously: paralysis of the nervous system's reflexes and coagulation and stiffening of the blood and flesh.

Fifteen days have passed since the blue poison monkey was dissected.

During this period, Wang Ya kept to himself and rarely went out. Apart from replenishing the energy his body needed, he devoted all his time to the research of extraordinary knowledge and to verifying the foundation of the extraordinary knowledge he had acquired.

It is gratifying that Wang Ya's first mastery of particle energy magic has made very significant progress.

[Target: The Flame of Fear]

[degree: 13]

Duration: 4 seconds

Release time: 5 seconds

Through continuous improvement of his extraordinary foundation, Wang Ya came to understand the true essence of the Fearful Flame Spell and gained a deeper understanding of how to unleash it.

When casting the other two spells, there's no need to use that special trick to sense and release them, greatly shortening the time required to cast the spells.

The biggest improvement is in the Fearful Flame. The five-second release time has been reduced by half compared to before. The duration for which Fearful Flame can be held in the hand has also doubled.

This proves that Wang Ya's understanding of this witchcraft has reached a proficient level. However, his internal particle energy and control over his body are still too weak.

However, this witchcraft originally belonged to the lower-level witchcraft category within the first-class witchcraft apprenticeship.

Upon advancing to the rank of First-Class Sorcery Apprentice, one's extraordinary mental power is further enhanced, allowing for the observation of one's own internal body and a significant increase in control over bodily functions, such as accelerating wound healing and actively releasing bodily hormones. The particle energy unit value will also exceed 5 points.

At that time, releasing the Fearful Flame will be much easier, and with practice, the release time can be reduced to one second, or even half a second.

On his desk lay a collection of extraordinary magical books, about two-fifths of which Wang Ya had already devoured. He planned to absorb all this extraordinary knowledge within two months.

[Target: Vast Ocean Meditation Technique - Fifth Wizard Rune]

[Status: Parsing in progress]

[Estimated duration: 2 days]

Before he knew it, he had been at Gulin Mountain for almost twenty days. Wang Ya touched the fine downy hair on his chin, thinking that in another year or two, it would probably turn into a long, black beard.

In an automated restaurant.

The internal structure is not much different from that of the wizard's ship, probably because the wizards in charge of building these things in the Underdark had this kind of aesthetic sense.

As usual, Wang Ya sat down at a table in the corner and ate her food silently. Although she didn't seem to be eating quickly, the food in front of her was visibly decreasing.

There weren't many people in the restaurant, in fact, there were only a few scattered figures, who were taking out enough food for at least seven days, or even half a month.

He did the same thing on the wizard's ship, but that was when danger lurked nearby. A subtle expression appeared on Wang Ya's face; with the protection of the rules, danger shouldn't occur within the Ancient Forest Mountain.

"My best friend Wang Ya, I've finally found you! I knew you'd be in this secluded corner; I always have to look for you whenever I come to the restaurant." A familiar loud voice rang out, and Gray plopped down in front of Wang Ya with a tray in hand. There was a good amount of food, enough for at least two new wizarding students.

Compared to his somewhat disheveled appearance on the wizard ship, Gray looked much better now. At least his messy, greasy hair had been styled and now had a natural curl. His yellowed teeth, as always, revealed a smile.

Perhaps it was the joy of seeing an old friend, but Gray said with a hint of dissatisfaction, "Hey, hey, hey, I have to say you're really not being fair. We've been in Gulin Mountain for so long, and you haven't even suggested we meet up or chat."

Before Wang Ya could even speak, Gray started chattering away as if he had endless things to say, focusing on his recent observations of Gulin Mountain and a major event that had occurred.

This incident has caused widespread panic among the newly minted wizards of Gulin Mountain.

Wang Ya, who was studying in seclusion at the wizard's residence, lacked this information. What exactly happened in Gulin Mountain? In just about twenty days, it seemed as if earth-shattering changes had taken place. And whether this would affect his plans was what Wang Ya was considering.

"Quite a few freshmen have gone missing, and the most crucial thing is that we can't determine how they disappeared, and we can't find any information," Gray said, his voice slightly lowered. He glanced around the sparsely populated restaurant, and no one's gaze was focused on the two of them.

"It's too strange. At first, the disappearance of new wizards didn't cause much of a stir, but as more and more people went missing, it led to the current situation."

"Everyone's on edge now, panic's spreading. But I don't think it's a big deal. Anyway, those who went missing all had pretty good wizarding aptitudes," Gray said with a carefree grin. "My wizarding aptitude isn't outstanding either, so no matter how turbulent things get, it won't affect me."

Could it be that he really guessed right? The new members of the wizarding family announced a welcome party after Wizard Yi Si had already announced the rules.

Wang Ya seemed to be deep in thought.

Gray's next answer surprised Wang Ya.

"At first, I thought it was the new students from the wizarding families who were up to something. After all, anyone with a brain would know that something was off about that welcome party," Gray complained. "They're completely unrelated people, yet they're welcoming us to get to know each other, meet, and become friends. It made me think that since there was no competition for tickets, everyone could get into the academy."

"Many of the missing wizarding freshmen were those who hadn't attended the welcome party. Of course, quite a few who had attended have also gone missing, and even some freshmen from wizarding families have mysteriously disappeared."

(End of this chapter)