I am a mage, with an infinite mana bar!

"Tuesday, April 14, 993 in the Ascha calendar."

The calendar system in this world is remarkably similar to the previous one, with 12 months and weeks based on numbers in seven, only the duration of each month differs slightly. Thanks to the mages' exceptional astronomical abilities, the error is minimal—truly astonishing…

To be honest, this is the first time I've tried to record and recall what I've seen and heard in this world by writing a diary. It feels like a lifetime has passed in just two short weeks.

Although there are various races in this world, they are connected by a common language. I chose to write these things down in Chinese characters for two reasons: first, to strengthen my memory and organize my thoughts; and second, since Chinese characters do not exist in this world, using them as a means of recording text is an excellent form of encryption, providing a layer of protection even if my memories are explored in the future.

Well, it's a read-and-burn message. Anyway, with the monk's memory, he basically never forgets anything he sees.

So far, the journey to the other world seems to be going smoothly.

The adventure was more dangerous than imagined, and facing those monsters was far more terrifying than any story told in the book.

But magic is so fascinating. Just by chanting incantations or invoking spirituality, all sorts of miracles can be created out of thin air. Every time I cast a spell, I can feel a slight tremor in my soul, which makes me yearn to explore more profound and mysterious magical knowledge.

Perhaps this is why those mages are so proud of their mastery of magic? They understand that they are on a path of transcendence.

But at the same time, the monks were also confused. I often read about the legendary stories of those monks in books.

They devoted their lives to studying magic, yet they could never grasp its essence.

I admire them greatly, but I am also somewhat afraid. Should I join them, bury myself in books, and spend my whole life in this world like this?

Fortunately, I'm only seventeen years old, so I have plenty of time to think things through. Right now, the most important thing is to learn second-circle magic, which will take my strength to a new level.

Well, let's wait for Mr. Barton's handmade "Day and Night Unknown" spellbook to be completed first. It's much easier to learn than the ordinary spellbooks available on the market.

Also, should I use the 10 gold coins Eli paid to buy another second-circle spellbook?

In that case, I only have 24 silver coins and 13 copper coins left...

Money, money, money! When will I become rich overnight?

Perhaps I should start trying to make magic books; that's the most profitable way!

By the way, I heard that new magic can be registered in an individual's name, and there will be certain benefits for its dissemination and learning.

This is an invention patent!

Applying for a patent is incredibly profitable!

Also, I heard that professionals above the entry level receive annuity benefits. I wonder how much a mage can receive?

After becoming a novice mage, I can choose to join the Mage Tower... Isn't this the kind of setup I'm going to get into a big company after graduation?

Once a beast of burden, always a beast of burden...

Of the seven towers of the mage, I now understand the White Tower the most and have the best impression of it. With Mr. Barton's help, I believe I will be able to enter the White Tower smoothly.

The concept of the White Tower is what I find most convincing. Mr. Barton said that the "white" in the White Tower not only refers to the process of creating something from nothing, but also symbolizes the people. This surprised me. Does the word "commoner" exist in another world?

The scholars of the White Tower emphasized the practicality and innovation of magic, believing that magic was not the exclusive domain of sorcerers and other spellcasters, but rather a common treasure of the entire world.

The White Tower Academy, highly regarded by the Assassin royal family, is actively promoting the civilian application of magic, from small, ubiquitous lights to large-scale weather devices that can influence the weather and aid agricultural development... It's truly down-to-earth.

But according to Mr. Barton, the research on the White Tower did not go smoothly. The original intention of civilian magical items was to allow people who could not feel magic to use them freely. Therefore, it was necessary to prepare enough magic in advance, rather than simply engraving magical patterns on them like ordinary magical items.

Ultimately, it's because magic is too difficult to control. It's an energy that's readily available in nature, yet it requires spellcasters to rack their brains to use it.

It's as if they're resisting being used.

On the contrary, monsters wield magic more smoothly...

Suddenly it occurred to me, being Mr. Barton's student, does that mean I have to write papers every day...? I hope I don't go bald.

The next best option would be the Blue Tower, whose full name is the Tower of True Blue. Their research on spirit and spirituality really appeals to me, as it could effectively fill my gaps in knowledge. However, their ascetic-like training methods conflict somewhat with the "social" leveling approach encouraged by the Root Codex...

Moreover, old man Aldolf doesn't seem as easy to get along with as he appears. Mr. Barton secretly complained to me that the people of Blue Tower are all a bit eccentric, but I've only met Aldolf, one of the Blue Tower members, so I can't draw any conclusions yet.

Then there's the Golden Tower, the richest of the mage towers. Its members refused to follow the example of other mage towers using abbreviations, insisting that only the word "Golden" could match the tower's style. But I think they just thought the abbreviation "Golden Tower" sounded too awful…

It's strange that their members are all materialists. Aren't monks supposed to be otherworldly and detached from worldly affairs? How can monks accept such vulgar pursuits?

However, I don't really mind. It would be great to have the opportunity to learn about and adopt advanced practices.

Finally, there's the Green Tower, also known as the Tower of Nature. They pursue nature and harmony, a beautiful ideal, but unfortunately, the things I've encountered related to the Green Tower so far don't seem to be very good... except for Charlotte.

The druid's combat prowess in the wild is beyond my imagination. Perhaps I should spend more time with her. Would she be interested in magic networks?

Eli has already returned to Roan City with Charlotte. Let's wait and see...

Eli still owes me three things. Perhaps after I join the Mage Tower, I can ask her to buy me a property in Roan City? That shouldn't be too much to ask, right?

However, I have never been to Luoan City and do not know the situation there. What if I am not happy living there?

Luoan City is located in western Asia. It is not large and its economy is not very prosperous. Perhaps I should go and see other places?

The world is so big, I want to travel more...

Eli told me that there is a type of traveling mage who travels all over the continent year-round. They experience adventures and have a much deeper understanding of magic than those scholars who stay cooped up in mage towers all day.

Moreover, travel brings them not only a wealth of experiences, but also a lot of new and magical things.

After all, only a small portion of magic can be recorded and disseminated; most magic exists in various parts of the world, like the most primitive and mysterious treasures, waiting for people to discover them.

Once I have enough strength and have saved enough money, I should leave this place and travel around, so as not to waste this chance to live a second life.

Sure enough, I tend to think more at night...

"Forget it, I'll just have to go to the library and read books from tomorrow onwards. Mr. Barton gave me a really long reading list."

Lynn put down his pen, quickly browsed through the several pages of his diary, then carefully tore it off, a flame igniting at his fingertips, and burned it clean in an instant.

He nodded in satisfaction, yawned, lay down on the bed, and fell into a deep sleep as soon as his head hit the pillow.