Full-Time Magister: I Had No Intention of Reaching the Dimensional Throne

My purpose in going to Yantai this time was, of course, to cause trouble for the Heavenly Crown Purple Tilia Tree.

But there is a problem: Bai Mo knows the true nature of the Heavenly Crown Purple Linden Divine Tree, and even knows that it was cursed to become what it is.

But others don't know.

"Why did you bring us to Yantai?"

On the high-speed train, Lingling fiddled with her little computer, a hint of confusion in her eyes.

"The leaves and crowns of the purple linden trees here seem to be in high demand lately, but you shouldn't be short of money. Hey, what's that? Sister and Mo Fan are here too."

Bai Mo smiled slightly. This was his plan. Since Lingling and the others didn't know, he needed to let them know.

"I sent Qingqing here. Hollow Willow discovered a long time ago that there is a supreme monarch-level tree demon hidden in Outer Kunyu Mountain, and it has some connection with the Oath Tree. It has a strong aura of blood and resentment. We came here this time for this tree demon."

Ding Yumin, sitting next to him, glanced at him with her lake-like eyes, but said nothing. Bai Mo smiled again; of course, this was a lie.

Hollow willows aren't tree spirits or deities, so how could they sense the strength and condition of every tree-like demon?

He was merely using the name of the hollow willow tree to reveal this information.

There is a Supreme Monarch near Yantai! This is something that deserves attention no matter what, even if it's just a rumor. Especially since this demonic tree might be related to the Oath Tree.

The Spark Trial was precisely the kind of trial that urgently needed to do something big and make a splash, and it also needed a more powerful set of constraints at its core.

So before heading to Tianmen, he told Leng Qing about this and suggested that Mo Fan investigate.

As everyone knows, any investigation into matters within France could lead to problems, and Mo Fan's investigation would certainly uncover issues.

Even if someone discovers that he wasn't telling the truth, like Yu Mian, it doesn't matter, Yu Mian is one of us.

"Oh~, you want the hollow willow to absorb that demonic tree and advance further?"

Lingling nodded thoughtfully, then immediately shook her head. "No, if it really is related to the Oath Tree, then it can become the core of the oath for the Starfire Judgment. You called my sister."

Lingling's eyes grew brighter and brighter; she was practically ready to push up her non-existent glasses, straighten her completely absent red bow at her collar, and then point at Bai Mo and shout—

there is only one truth!

"Sister still has one contract slot left. You don't mean you want her to contract that demonic tree, do you?"

Bai Mo was slightly taken aback, then fell into deep thought. His initial idea was to have Ding Yumin purify the curse on the Heavenly Purple Crown Divine Tree, and then sign a spiritual agreement with it or something like that.

Let it become a sacred tree of the Spark of Judgment, and plant it on the edge of Jingshan Mountain as a scenic spot.

If the Heavenly Crown Purple Linden Divine Tree disagrees, then the only option is to first beat it up, reason with it, and then sign the contract.

But after Lingling said that, Bai Mo found that his imagination seemed to have broadened considerably.

Yes, she clearly has a summoning contract, which further enhances Qingqing's strength.

With the summoning contract and the mind clause, the double constraint means there's no fear of the Heavenly Crown Purple Linden Divine Tree causing trouble.

On the bright side, if humanity and the purified Heavenly Crown Purple Linden Divine Tree have reached a good cooperation, this supreme monarch could very well become the 'totem' of the Demon City.

The tradition was passed down from generation to generation, with each generation finding someone to sign a contract with the purple linden tree to summon it.

Summoning mages are not many, but they are not few either.

"That's right, that's what I was thinking. I didn't expect you to guess it."

Bai Mo nodded, his face full of admiration, praising Lingling's intelligence with his expression.

"Hmph~~ When it comes to using your brain, you should look to this beautiful girl!" Lingling tilted her chin up.

"Heh~" Ding Yumin chuckled softly, finally unable to hold back.

Bai Mo didn't even need to think to know what she was laughing about, so he put his hand on her shoulder and pretended to be fierce.

"What are you laughing at?"

"I've thought of something happy."

Ding Yumin pursed her lips, but her smile didn't fade; instead, it intensified.

"What's the good news? Your wife is pregnant?!"

"Your wife is pregnant!"

"Oh~?" Bai Mo feigned surprise and quickly placed his hand on her lower abdomen. "When? Let me hear it."

"Stop fooling around." Ding Yumin quickly pressed him down. This was on a high-speed train, and she was still a little embarrassed to make such a joke.

Lingling stared intently at the computer, pretending not to recognize the two people in front of her. Jiang Shaoxu kept her eyes closed the whole time, seizing every moment to control Xingzi, striving to master the super-level magic as soon as possible.

They were very lucky to escape unscathed.

Yantai, surrounded by water and mountains, is an important city on the Jiaodong Peninsula.

Leng Qing has been here for some time, but the place she is staying is not the residence of the members of the Tribunal.

Instead, it was Jiang Feng's mother, using the alias Yan, who lived in Lü Yi's courtyard.

In the car, Leng Qing said as he drove, "Senior Jiang Feng and her daughter often stay here. Over time, I became familiar with Senior Lü Yi."

"Senior Lü Yi is very excited to hear that a supreme monarch is hidden in Outer Kunyu Mountain. She may ask you some questions. Don't be shy when you meet her later."

Bai Mo turned his head and met her gaze, vaguely understanding what she meant.

"Senior Lü Yi wants to take action personally?"

"She wants to be with us. She's too old to go all out, otherwise Xingyu will definitely collapse."

Upon hearing this, Bai Mo nodded. Since they had already reunited three generations of the family, it was best not to do anything that would cause regret.

"I'll try to persuade him. How's the investigation going with Mo Fan?"

"This matter is very dangerous, so I didn't let him come. I investigated it myself, and there is only one very tall purple linden tree on Outer Kunyu Mountain, which is home to many creatures, forming a small demon ecosystem."

"I didn't sense any sentience in it, but based on the clues you gave me, I did find quite a few corpses and bloody pits near it. It feeds on the blood and souls of living beings. Senior Lü Yi learned about this from me, which is why he wanted to take action himself."

Speaking of which, Senior Lü Yi was once a totem guardian, and her guardian totem was…

Leng Qing briefly recounted the story of Lü Yi and Yue Ehuang, explaining to everyone why she wanted to take action herself and how urgent this idea was.

It was precisely because of Lü Yi's past that they believed in the evil nature of the giant purple linden tree. She glanced at the red light at the intersection, stepped off the car, and casually picked up a bottle of water to take a sip.

"If that is the supreme monarch that the hollow willow sensed, then we need to wait two days before we can take action."

Because of its canopy and leaves, coupled with its appearance, the purple linden tree is considered a treasure trove by hunters in Yantai. To touch it, all those who went to pick the canopy and leaves need to return. I'm already negotiating this, and someone will cooperate to issue notices. We must expose its true nature in front of Yantai officials.

Furthermore, many demons dwell around the purple linden tree, and they all become its guardians. It's unknown whether any of them are overlords of the Outer Kunyu Mountains.

"It is said that the overlord of Outer Kunyu Mountain is dead, but no one has ever seen him with their own eyes, not even me, so we have to be careful about this."

Bai Mo knew that this so-called overlord no longer existed. He nodded and said, "I will use the sound system to carefully investigate later."

As a rare plant-based supreme monarch-level demon, the Heavenly Crown Purple Linden Divine Tree's vitality is undoubtedly formidable.

Their goal is to purify it of the curse, but it may not be willing, so this battle is inevitable.

Bai Mo wasn't afraid of being outmatched; in the original story, both Lü Yi and Yue Ehuang, when they unleashed their full power, severely crippled him.

This time, he was accompanied by two supreme monarchs and a victim.

However, what they needed to do was subdue someone, which was even more difficult than killing them, making Bai Mo feel that he didn't have enough cards to play.

The main concern was that the Divine Tree of the Purple Crown might flee if it sensed something was wrong.

Bai Mo didn't know how long a hollow willow could confine a certain area. When he ambushed Zhuang Yue, Zhuang Yue didn't think he would die at all, nor did he intend to run away.

Clearly, he believed that with his own strength, he was capable of escaping the prison of the hollow willow tree.

By the time he tried to run away, it was too late.

Both the Heavenly Crown Purple Linden Divine Tree and the Hollow Willow are supreme monarchs, and Bai Mo believes that the Hollow Willow can trap it for some time.

During this period, Jingwei had to withstand the main firepower. On the other hand, the minds of demons were more difficult to control than those of humans.

While pondering, the vehicle slowly came to a stop in front of a courtyard.

Upon entering the courtyard, one sees an elderly woman lying down, her half-white hair glistening in the sunlight, the light tracing the wrinkles of time on her face, making her look serene and kind.

Chen Ying was pruning flowers, while Jiang Feng sat upright with a drawing board in front of her, on which a scene in the courtyard was painted.

The old lady opened her eyes when she saw someone come in.

"Oh, it's Xiaoqing. These are..."

"This is Bai Mo, as I told you before. These two are his friends, and this is my sister."

A smile appeared on Leng Qing's face, and her demeanor softened as she introduced everything to her.

"Greetings, Senior Lü Yi." Bai Mo and the others stepped forward to greet him.

"Don't call me senior, you can call me Granny Yan."

Yan waved his hand, his gaze sweeping over them, seemingly light yet penetrating them, before speaking.

"Young man, you've got quite the heart, you're very lucky with women, you should cherish it. Don't think I'm annoying you, I just think you're good-looking, unlike these flowers and plants that need to be pruned. Just giving you a heads-up."

Bai Mo smiled awkwardly, feeling a little intimidated by the several pairs of eyes fixed on him.

That's a difficult question to answer.

"Grandma Yan, I've got it."

"Hmm~, come inside and sit down. Let Xiaoying keep you company."

Yan nodded in satisfaction, stood up and said leisurely, "It's lively today, let me let you taste my cooking. Feng'er, you come and help me."

Jiang Feng responded and followed him into the backyard kitchen.

"Grandma Yan, there's no need to trouble yourself," Leng Qing said, about to refuse, when a voice came from inside.

"Cooking is also one of my hobbies. If you think it tastes bad later, just keep it to yourself."

"That's just how Grandma is, don't mind her." Chen Ying said with a smile, invited everyone to sit down, and then they chatted casually.

Bai Mo steered the conversation toward the company in Yantai that produces magical artifacts using linden trees, mainly to understand the extent to which the linden industry has developed there.

Is it time, as in the original story, to launch a nationwide quest to collect the Purple Crowns?

"No, this company doesn't seem to issue this quest to hunters from other areas. However, I heard that their light-type magical tools sell very well. If they are really making money, it should be as you said."

Bai Mo nodded knowingly and then stopped talking, listening to the others chatting and intending to clear his mind for a while.

The temperature was just right, and the sunlight moved to the side, casting the shadows of the locust tree leaves on his face. The sounds of cicadas and people rose and fell.

Yawning, Bai Mo leaned his head against Qingqing. "I'm going to take a nap. Wake me up when dinner is ready."

He doesn't consider himself an outsider at all.

Mingzhu Academy, Campus Road

A woman in a white gauze dress walked gracefully through the campus, a faint smile on her face.

Beside her followed an elegant and handsome beast resembling a goat, while the others seemed to be invisible.

"You want to see Yue'ehuang? But she is still asleep."

"Oh, then I'll take you to see her when she wakes up."

As Yu Shishi spoke with a smile, two people suddenly blocked her way.

She stopped and looked up, only to see a familiar, disgusting face, accompanied by a man who looked like a guard.

"It's you again! I told you, I won't cooperate with any of your research, so leave me alone!"

"You actually came to Pearl Academy, but it's no use."

The man dressed as a researcher said calmly. Seeing that someone was paying attention to them, he did not block the road, but instead led his guards past Yu Shishi.

Only one sentence whispered in her ear.

"You can't stay in the city forever. Don't let me find out where you live."

Yu Shishi's face darkened, and she walked away without looking back.

Suddenly, a cry of pain was heard, and Researcher Ke fell face-first to the ground, while an elegant white zell gracefully walked away beside him.

Yu Shishi immediately laughed and continued to enjoy the freedom she had never felt before with light steps.

"Hmph! Don't think you're the only one who knows the secret!"

Researcher Ke got up, snorted angrily in the direction where Yu Shishi had disappeared, and continued towards Dean Fu's office.

A rich aroma filled the courtyard.

Seven people sat around a round table under the shade of a tree, with dishes arranged on it.

Bai Mo's gaze was drawn to the fish hot pot in the center. The bottom of the large pot was filled with broth made from fresh small sea fish, its golden color giving it a rich and appetizing appearance. The soup noodles were garnished with scallions and chili peppers, creating a beautiful contrast of green and red.

On the sides of the pot, thin, moderately thick pancakes, each about half the size of a palm, were stuck to the sides and were already golden brown.

Just looking at it makes your mouth water, not to mention the braised prawns, chives, and sea cucumbers served on the side.

The group showered Granny Yan with praise, and then took their seats one after another.

Yan didn't immediately ask Bai Mo about dealing with the giant purple linden tree on Outer Kunyu Mountain. He waited until after the dishes had been served and everyone was nearly finished before speaking.

"Little Mo, how did you know that there's a plant-type demon at the level of a supreme monarch in the Outer Kunyu Mountains?"

"It was my guardian totem that discovered it. He once strolled through the void and passed by this area. He sensed that powerful demon tree and judged that it had some connection with the Oath Tree, but it seemed to be under some kind of curse."

Bai Mo spoke without batting an eye, only the willow branch protruding from the silver hairpin spear in his palm was real.

Although Yan was old, her senses and judgment were still intact. With just a glance, she determined that this small willow branch was also at the level of a supreme monarch.

"No wonder, no wonder, the Tree of Vows."

Yan murmured to himself, pondered for a while, and then said again, "No wonder~"

"Grandma Yan, we have the Hollow Willow to help us. You can just watch as we fight the demon tree on Outer Kunyu Mountain."

Taking advantage of the momentum, Leng Qing pressed her advantage, saying that Lü Yi was the first person to establish the Tribunal, and it could be said that without her, there would be no current trial system in Kyushu.

Admittedly, the current Inquiry Board is corrupt, but that has nothing to do with Lü Yi. Leng Qing, being a member of the Inquiry Board, doesn't want anything to happen to her senior, Lü Yi.

Lü Yi didn't speak, but nodded almost imperceptibly. It was unclear whether she was agreeing or not. Her eyes kept flickering, clearly lost in thought.

"Supreme Lord, the Tree of Oath... there's no mistake, it's it! It's that devil! That devil tree!! It deceived us so badly!"

She suddenly spoke excitedly, her eyes becoming extremely sharp and bright—the eyes that had judged countless sinners.

An infinitely sharp aura slowly rose from her body, unstoppable, as if nothing could stop her.

She suddenly looked at Bai Mo and the others, "I know that tree!"

Yan Shi slowly concealed his sharpness and imposing manner, and his words rang out clearly.

"Many years ago, I was deceived by him; that was my mistake, and I should make amends for it myself. I will go with you!"

"I don't know what your plans are, but I want to see it disappear with my own eyes. I won't go all out unless it's absolutely necessary."

Bai Mo, Leng Qing, Jiang Feng, and the others were all speechless for a moment. They had already heard what Yan Shi had said about the inside story, and it was difficult for them to offer any advice.

"Don't worry, Granny Yan, this time we will definitely make that devil tree get what it deserves. You don't actually need to do anything, we can really handle it."

Bai Mo coughed and slowly opened his mouth. At the same time, he reached to his waist and the Demon Refining Pot appeared in his hand. An immense and terrifying aura was revealed in an instant, and then disappeared in an instant.

"I brought two totems with me this time."

"Two supreme monarchs, you brat, were you born of a totem?!"

Yan's eyes widened slightly, and even with her composure, she couldn't help but be surprised.

"Bringing two totems might actually take care of that guy. However, your purpose seems to be more than that. Xiao Mo, what are you planning to do?"

Having lived for decades, she had experienced all sorts of things. Even with Bai Mo's vague assurance, she had a feeling that things were not as simple as just eradicating the Devil Tree.

"Grandma Yan has such keen insight!"

Bai Mo praised him and then recounted the plans he had come up with in the car.

"That's roughly it. I suspect that the tree became like that because of a curse, otherwise it shouldn't have grown so pure and holy. Yu Mian can use her mind magic to purify its curse."

"Your idea is not bad, it's imaginative, but there's a reason behind it. I have no objection to not killing it, but letting it serve Kyushu for generations to come is naturally a better outcome."

Yan nodded and chuckled, "It's quite something that you're willing to give up such a supreme monarch for Qing'er."

Bai Mo simply smiled. If you knew I gave Yu Mian half of the Underworld King's position, wouldn't you praise me to the skies and call me a sycophant?!

Yan Shi, of course, had no idea that Bai Mo's thoughts had already jumped to the eighteenth level of hell. She paced back and forth a few steps, and finally said:

"The plan doesn't need to be changed. The trend is overwhelming, and it can't resist. The only drawback is the fear that it might run away!"

Trapping people isn't something this old woman is good at. Here's what I'll do: I have a student, a fairly skilled high-level mage, specializing in shadow magic. He's one of the top shadow magic experts in the country. Take my token and ask him to help you out."

After saying this, Mr. Iwa seemed to recall the student's information before continuing,

"His name is Xiang Xuewu. He visited me three years ago and is now the dean of Lanyang Academy. You can find him at Lanyang Academy in Lanyang City."

As she spoke, she took out a pen and ink from inside the house and immediately wrote a letter.

Having lived a secluded life for many years, spending her days gardening and tending to plants, she had not paid attention to any external affairs. As a result, she had not used the telephone for a long time and could only communicate through letters at this moment.

Bai Mo took the letter and glanced at Leng Qing.

He knew about Lanyang City and had heard of Lanyang Academy, but he had never heard of one of the deans of Lanyang Academy.

One of the top shadow-based masters in China?

For someone to be praised by Lü Yi as having decent strength, they must at least be a Perfected Super-Rank cultivator, right?

Leng Qing pondered for a moment. She couldn't remember anyone outside the Magic Association.

"Ask Professor Shi, he might know him."

At this moment, Ding Yumin spoke up to remind him. Bai Mo's eyes lit up upon hearing this. That's right, Professor Shi's shadow-based abilities are second to none at Pearl Academy.

A big shot's friend is naturally a big shot himself. The Shadow faction is already small, and it's even smaller in China.

Professor Shi should know!

However, you can't ask him directly, since it was Yan who just recommended him. If you just ask him so bluntly, wouldn't that be questioning Yan?

Since it was only necessary to invite one person, not everyone, only Bai Mo acted alone.

The main reason for adding this person is to prevent the Heavenly Official Purple Linden Tree from escaping. Once it escapes, it will not be easy to catch it again.

Although it escaped back to the Qinling Mountains in the original story, what if it upsets Da Zi this time and feels that the Qinling Mountains are not safe, and runs to the Kunlun Mountains?

As soon as he left the courtyard, Bai Mo dialed Professor Shi's number. After exchanging a few pleasantries, he got straight to the point and asked about Xiang Xuewu.

"Xiang Xuewu? He's the dean of Lanyang Academy. Why are you asking about him?"

"Please ask him for help, Professor Shi. What's his skill level?"

"You're not even as good as me, what are you trying to pull? What, you look down on me?!"

"You're not in the country, are you? By the way, Professor Shi, could you keep an eye out for the Star Token for me while you're abroad? I sent you the information, did you see it?"

"I've seen it. I never imagined there was such a thing as a totem. As for this token, you'd be better off going to that guy. He's a collector who likes to collect all sorts of strange and unusual things."

Bai Mo was taken aback, momentarily unsure, "Who are you looking for?"

"The Shadow Master you're looking to hire?" Professor Shi's voice, as if he'd spilled a bottle of vinegar, rang out.

"Good heavens, Professor, why didn't you say so sooner?"

"I didn't remember unless you asked."

Bai Mo was speechless, but he still remembered the important matter. "Professor, let me make this clear first. I'm not questioning your judgment, but what do you think of your friend's character? He's quite important for my mission this time."

"He's a little less capable than me, but we can trust him," Professor Shi said in a slightly narcissistic tone.

Bai Mo nodded, hung up the phone, and in a flash appeared a thousand meters in the sky. He summoned a wind spirit and headed south. (End of Chapter)