Wizard Alchemist

Chapter 675 Advancement to Level Three (4-in-1)

"Gold-level talent, [Conceptual Armament]?"

Roy was slightly lost in thought.

He was familiar with this term.

In the past, by chance, he even created "hypnotic glasses".

However, that was achieved by using the spirituality of sacred relics as material and endowing them with aesthetic value.

It also incorporates the special effect of "luck".

Since then, no new ones of the same kind have appeared, indicating that it was merely a coincidence.

But what we have now is completely different.

This is a genuine gold-level talent, achieved by extracting concepts and condensing seeds.

In an instant, knowledge seemed to spring forth from nowhere, appearing directly in my mind.

That feeling, as if I were born with it, arose once again.

Such an ability...

Moreover, we already have some concept templates accumulated over the years!
I'll definitely give it a try later!

Thinking of this moment, the divine spark in his hand suddenly emitted a soft sound like shattering glass.

"Crack!"

Instantly, cracks appeared.

"Ok?"

This change instantly drew Roy's attention.

"As expected, it's about to begin disintegration!"

"A complete divine spark cannot be refined outside the body. Those that are artificially created are like pearls that grow from an old clam, slowly condensing and completing from within the body!"
However, during the refining process, some fragments will still inherit the characteristics of the god!
This is actually its core!

"The divine essence of the ancient gods also condensed from within the 'world'!"

Beretta and the others turned their attention to the situation and became nervous.

"These fragments are exactly what we need!"

"The longer you persist and the more you pour in, the more useful fragments you will successfully condense!"

"Roy, it's all up to you this time!"

Roy understood these principles and had already made ample preparations.

At the crucial moment, magical energy was poured in, which revitalized the stone.

Under the effect of the Level 2 "Activation Technique", the flesh crystals in his hand twisted like dough and even began to wriggle as if they were alive.

Inside it, it seemed as if some sharp spikes were constantly piercing outwards.

It suddenly shrank back.

Between these wriggling thrusts, the force of disintegration is eliminated, preventing it from shattering like glass.

But this is only a delay.

Soon after, the seemingly soft flesh and blood crystals cracked and shattered once again.

The surface of the object, which resembles "dough," exhibits brittle substances that cannot be affected by activation energy.

The cracks are increasing.

The irreversible crystal structure is becoming increasingly apparent.

Finally, it exploded, sending glass shards of varying sizes flying in all directions.

Roy reacted quickly, instantly capturing the golden light within with the Eye of Hermes.

That contains the divine element, and it is the truly valuable thing.

Unlike him, the others could only rely on their mental abilities to find the fragments from the side.

Some are as big as olive pits, while others are as small as date pits or even grains of rice.

It looks a bit like glass, with a smooth surface.

Roy picked up one of the pieces, held it up to his eyes, and his vertical pupils trembled slightly.

Under the light of the Eye of Hermes, this object, which resembled a small date pit, indeed shone with a clear and bright golden light.

"Gaster's Divine Fragment (Level 4)..."

Domain: Corruption...

It possesses the concept of corruption, having the property of eroding and dissolving matter…

The divine power controlled by this thing is actually a corrupting, dark magic.

Roy pondered for a moment, then confirmed that there were a total of 6 similar fragments.

"The quantity is less than expected, what happened?"

Beretta frowned deeply.

Others quickly noticed as well.

While Roy was examining the object, they looked at the other fragments.

Although it is impossible to fully understand the mysteries like him in a short period of time.

But we can still control the basic quantity.

Beretta suddenly said, "If the loss of divinity is truly due to your fault, then your share will be gone!"

"The smaller the quantity, the better I refine it, and the more concentrated its divinity."

"Look at the size of the fragments that contain divinity; they're all about the size of a date pit, and you'll understand."

Roy remained calm and explained in a composed manner.

"Who knows whether what you said is true or not."

Beretta sneered; he was deliberately feigning ignorance, trying to deprive Roy of his share under the pretext of insufficient allocation.

Roy ignored him and looked at Hayreth, wanting to see what this logistics department superior had to say.

As it turned out, Hayrek disappointed.

Instead of defending him, he said to Roy, "You're not a high-level wizard, so these things are useless to you."

The implication is that he agrees with Beretta's opinion.

There are only 6 Godhood Fragments left, so there's no need for him, a level 2 wizard, to take them.

Throughout the entire ordeal, Aetia remained silent, but it was clear that she was also on the side of the other high-level wizards.

The followers watched this scene unfold with composure, completely unaware that the atmosphere had become tense.

Because the facts are indeed as Hayred said.

From beginning to end, they held the initiative.

Nisha said with some worry, "Roy..."

She had long suspected that these high-ranking wizards would turn against her.

He had also tried to persuade Roy.

How could a level two wizard possibly be qualified to sit at the same table with them and participate in sharing fragments of divinity?
But Roy wouldn't listen, and there was nothing she could do.

Now, all we can do is hope that they have some reservations about the alliance, and that they are only after money and have no reason to kill.

"Heh, a high-level wizard..."

Roy's reaction, however, exceeded everyone's expectations, including hers.

He showed no sign of anger or frustration; his lips simply curled up slightly as if he couldn't suppress it.

"So, according to the three of you, you intend to tear up the previous contract and redistribute the spoils?"

"good."

"Beretta said in a deep voice."

"We also agree that the previous contract terms were too vague and we did not anticipate that only 6 fragments would be forged."

Two tablets each are just right for now.

But don't worry, your share will be compensated in the form of tokens or soul fragments.

If you need any other knowledge or resources, feel free to let me know.

Hayred echoed.

At first glance, this sounds like an attempt to appease Roy.

It's just the kind of comforting you give to a "child".

Don't cry, don't make a fuss, I'll buy you candy.

The value of a fragment of divine essence is incomparable to that of ordinary things.

Moreover, he did not mention a specific amount, nor did he promise hundreds of millions at once.

That showed absolutely no sincerity.

In the biting cold wind, a meaningful smile appeared on Roy's handsome, almost otherworldly face.

"Since you believe that only high-level wizards are qualified to be on equal footing and share the spoils."

"Then I'll get promoted now."

******
Upon hearing this, everyone fell silent for a moment.

He then burst into laughter.

"Promotion now?"

"What nonsense is this guy spouting?"

"Do you really think that becoming a high-level wizard is so easy?"

The intensity of magic and the quality of spirit of a high-level wizard are completely different.

The essence of the soul is also different.

Don't assume that you're close to reaching the peak of level two.

This seemingly insurmountable distance is something most people strive for their entire lives but can never cross.

This is a true insurmountable barrier!
But in an instant, all the nonchalance and snickering turned into shock.

Roy's blood surged, and his life energy suddenly became exceptionally active.

This indicates that his physique is undergoing some kind of unusual change.

At the same time, the magic was also highly concentrated.

The aura permeating the surroundings is slowly transforming into a level three source.

It was a change in "texture" that was hard to describe in words.

next moment.

Suddenly, everyone felt that his soul had been elevated.

In just a moment of confusion, everything changed.

Not only Roy himself, but also the surrounding area seemed to have become covered in a viscous liquid.

The subtle, wispy strands are the mana transformations of heaven and earth, forming a magical power like flowing water.

The entire Heavenly Punishment Ruins trembled in response to this transformation.

"This is truly a sign of promotion to a higher level!"

"He triggered widespread changes in celestial phenomena!"

Beretta and Etia were incredulous.

"They really did promote him just like that!"

Hayred was also extremely shocked.

They immediately began to discuss it in secret.

"This kid is too cunning. He was already confident of getting promoted, but he still did this on purpose."

"He lured us in to break the contract? He also wants to seize the fragments of divinity; he has enormous ambitions!"

"That's practically asking for death!"
"Isn't this guy worried that we'll stop his promotion, or even take the opportunity to kill him?"

"But……

If the league knew, they definitely wouldn't have hesitated.

Killing such a promising young wizard, especially one with special skills and privileges, will not be tolerated lightly!

"If they find some special way to save their lives, they'll come back for revenge in the future..."

For a moment, the three high-level wizards were truly forced into a dilemma.

And it was precisely in this hesitation that...

Roy's soul has been sublimated and successfully advanced to level three!
"So fast?"

"This kid...could he be some old guy in disguise?"

The three were shocked again.
However, he quickly made up his mind.

"A mere newly promoted third-level official..."

"Do you really think that any high-level wizard is the same?"

"Let him see what true depth and substance are!"

In the exchange of glances, they had already decided to fight and determine the winner.

Roy cast his gaze toward them, subtly sensing the subtle shifts in their intentions, and had already caught the signal of hostility.

He reached out and pressed the fragment of divinity into the alchemy table in front of him.

The alchemy table came to life, opening its surface like a flower bud and swallowing all six whole fragments in its hand.

Aetia instantly made her move, silently casting the sorcery "Shadow Tentacles," which wrapped around Aetia one by one.

But they were still a step too late.

The alchemy table shot into the ground with a whoosh and disappeared in the blink of an eye.

Aetia reacted quickly, controlling her tentacles to wrap around Roy, while at the same time, multiple tentacles strangled him like vines.

They displayed astonishing destructive power, instantly twisting Roy's body into a pretzel.

But all that could be seen was Roy's body come to life, softening into a lump of dough.

It squeezed out of the gap and then restored its twisted body.

Aetia's complexion was not good.

He could sense that this was not a simple activation, but a complex process involving sanctification and shadowification.

Not to mention the bones, even the spirit and soul underwent a transformation just now, directly breaking through the constraints and "squeezing" out.

The contact between materials seems to be ignored, resulting in "clipping"!
But he didn't have time to think about it anymore.

Because after Roy activated and broke free, he threw out a powerful weapon.

"That is!"

"A level three magical artifact, Blazing Sun..."

Aitia's pupils dilated violently.

Beretta and Hayred also recognized it as a magical industrial product from a mage.

In an instant, everyone scattered and fled.

An overwhelming burst of light erupted, followed by rising fire clouds and terrifying shockwaves.

Many of the weaker followers were instantly wiped out.

Including Nisha, they were also caught up on the edge and blown far away in one breath.

His entire body was as if it were on fire, burned to a crisp.

Her presence served to create confusion.

Although I understand that a true wizard will not consider his followers when he strikes.

But I still subconsciously felt that I shouldn't use such ruthless methods that would involve both myself and my followers.

Unexpectedly, Roy was really willing to use her as bait, almost wiping out their followers as well.

Just then, golden chains flew out, weaving into a net that blocked the sky above the city.

That's the "Apache Ban"!
As the three were still in shock, the snake's braid silently attacked, covering hundreds of meters in an instant, and struck Hayred directly.

"Something's not right with this!"

Hayred was utterly astonished.

In order to withstand the shockwave of the powerful weapon, he had released a magical shield to protect his entire body, just like an eggshell covering his body.

Unexpectedly, it had absolutely no effect.

"This is a characteristic of the 'Soul-Binding Rope' within the 'Net of Ten Thousand Spirits'..."

It's aimed directly at my soul!

An oppressive force originating from the soul level descended.

Hayred had initially held onto a sliver of hope, believing that Roy's newly advanced level three strength was far from enough to suppress him.

This chain both bound him and restricted him.

But to my utter surprise, it wasn't like that at all.

"Oops……

I can't move!

A feeling of numbness washed over me.

Then, he heard a faint, almost imperceptible murmur.

"~..."

(Malicious distortion)
"Quaa?"

Hayred exhaled a puff of black smoke, transforming into a giant toad, which then fell onto the scorching ground filled with high-energy radiation.

He visibly panicked, jumping up and down several times, trying to escape the scene.

However, Roy's body soared into the sky, scattering more than a dozen small nuclear bombs like a shower of petals.

Boom boom boom boom boom...

Moments later, the monster army scattered throughout the city was overwhelmed.

"Cough cough...cough..." Hayred emerged from the smoke and dust on the other side, freeing himself from the maliciously transformed state, but he was covered in wounds and gasped for breath.

Beretta and Etia were also extremely shocked and looked at the scene with some bewilderment.

Roy floated in the air, completely at ease.

"So? Do you want to continue?"

******
This attitude of "If you want to fight, I'm ready anytime" completely stunned the three of them.

Beretta, Etia, and Hayred felt a deep sense of dread.

They looked at each other across the distance without exchanging many words, but they quickly understood each other's feelings.

"We haven't used our true abilities yet."

However, he hasn't reached the bottom yet!

"This is no ordinary newly promoted level three; it's a level three with a mental strength of over 1500 degrees and a solid foundation in various aspects!"

"Who's newly promoted to level three and can pull out a mage's 'Blazing Sun' in one go... and so many small nuclear bombs?"

How much more is he hiding?

"More importantly, such people have an unlimited future!"
If we offend him too badly, but we can't eliminate him here, we'll definitely die without a burial place in the future!

However, if we forcibly eliminate it, we will inevitably pay a price…

The three men realized that even their own alliance with one another was not so secure.

I was completely stunned.

They have too many concerns and need to consider all sorts of consequences.

After thinking it over and over, there was still no solution.

Beretta had no choice but to declare, "We're not playing anymore."

Aetia echoed this sentiment.

After making up their minds, the two looked at Hayreth at the same time.

Hayred's face was conflicted, his expression changing several times, as if he was unwilling to accept it.

But just as everyone was secretly on guard, and even harboring a hint of malice, they thought of a good way to break the deadlock.

Hayred finally made up his mind.

"do not fight!"

And a spanking!

If this continues, all our secrets will be exposed!

He wasn't the kind of reckless person who acted impulsively without considering the consequences, so he wanted to stop the situation before it got completely out of control.

"In that case, let's leave it at that."

However, how exactly will the fragments of divinity be distributed?

Beretta gave a low, somber reminder, then looked at Roy.

A new problem has arisen for everyone.

They originally came for the fragments of divinity.

Cooperation is it.

It's also the one that turns on you.

Saying we won't fight is just a temporary consensus.

If a mutually acceptable distribution plan cannot be reached, then even if everyone is willing to reconcile, the fighting will continue.

Fight until those who disagree lose their strength and withdraw from the contest.

This is the real solution.

"There are a total of 6 Godhood fragments, and I want 3 of them!"
One of them was what I was rightfully entitled to, and the other two were compensations from the three of them!

Roy, without hesitation, proposed his own solution.

"You little brat..."

They're absolutely insatiable!

Beretta and Etia were indignant.

"That's simply impossible!"

"Even if you are promoted to a higher level, you will only be on equal footing with us. Why should we each take half?"

"Do you really think we've lived thousands of years in vain?"

"Roy, you should know that this is impossible."

Hayred said helplessly.

While he was secretly healing his wounds, he also realized that Roy was making an exorbitant demand, using this as a pretext to back down.

So I put forward my own suggestions.

"Okay, take two copies, one for each of us, and the last one will be used for bribes."

If there is an opportunity in the future, we can cooperate again, and do it again decades later!
As long as we protect this ancient world of Gusbur and the ruins of divine retribution, we can definitely find a way to create something like this again!

Upon hearing this, Aetia's eyes lit up.

"correct.

The contracts we signed are relatively long, totaling 300 years, which can last for decades!
If you have time then, try to come here.

There's no need for any guards; just treat it as a trip!

"However, this plan is absolutely inseparable from the new guardian."

We need to deal with the new person who will succeed Lord Beretta.

"They should agree, right? A fragment of divine essence is a pretty good return."

Aitia and Hayreid started discussing it.

Beretta, on the other hand, looked rather somber.

He will be transferred, and in a few decades, it will no longer concern him.

Moreover, he is old and, unlike Roy, has many opportunities for freedom of movement.

At that time, I don't know if I will be assigned to a remote star system, to some low-level world, to serve as a governor wizard.

He can't come and go as he pleases.

Even if there were such opportunities, and they brought him back, it would be impossible for him to take the lead.

It's just a way to make up the numbers.

He was also a shrewd and worldly man, and he knew that his situation at that time was far more tragic than the common people who are forgotten after their deaths.

So he said, "That's a good idea, but I won't participate. Let's cooperate again when we have the chance."

"Alright, we'll do as you say."

Roy thought about it and agreed.

After that, everyone re-signed the agreement and distributed the spoils according to the pre-agreed terms.

Hayred has connections with some high-ranking wizards in the Wizard Tower, and he can bring Beretta and Roy over there later.

However, such opportunities are rare, and one must find the right time.

Otherwise, the only option would be a formal transfer, and then one could stay there for hundreds of years.

Even so, Beretta and Roy might not be willing, because they have their own affairs and interests elsewhere.

Therefore, this fragment of divine essence is actually quite useful.

"It would be better if you could break it down into smaller pieces, and even better if you could control the number of fragments."

These 4 people, 6 fragments...

I have no idea what you're thinking!

During this time, Hayred couldn't help but complain and grumble.

Roy just chuckled dryly and didn't say anything more.

The followers looked at each other in bewilderment, speechless at the sight.

The interests that ordinary people fight to the death for are, in the hands of these high-ranking wizards, bargaining chips that can be traded among themselves.

At that moment, the three high-ranking wizards acknowledged that Roy was also one of them and qualified to sit at the table for a meal.

……

That night.

Having completed the insider trading, the group returned to the fortress. Roy didn't linger for a moment and immediately prepared to leave.

He asked Nisa, who had temporarily recovered after drinking the healing potion, "How are you? Would you like to go inside the mansion and rest?"

Nisha shook her head, still reeling from what she had just witnessed.

He got promoted just like that...

It actually happened!
Roy said, "I took two fragments of divine power, so I can't stay here any longer."

Even if I forced them to stay, I wouldn't feel at ease.

Fortunately, I have the status of a free person, so I can leave at any time..."

Hayred and the others were clearly aware of this as well, and decided to ignore it and not delay the application process at all, immediately agreeing to help with the application.

And so, the next few days passed.

Yidu was waiting for the Witch Tower to give their approval for the teleportation.

They also exchanged their remaining tokens and made a final purchase of local specialties and various small items from each other.

Finally, once the approval from the Wuta arrived, he decisively embarked on his journey home.

******
June 21, Shangcheng District.

Inside the teleportation array.

Roy and his entourage stepped into the teleportation array, and after a brief journey through the void, they returned to the Witch Tower.

"Welcome back, Lord Roy the Wizard."

The ghost in the red dress came forward.

"You are now a Level 3 Wizard and can move to the area reserved for senior personnel."

Should we move to the sixth floor immediately?

We will provide you with a comfortable permanent residence there…

Upon learning of Roy's promotion to a higher level, Beretta and others immediately reported it to the Wizard Tower, thus informing the Seven Towers Alliance.

"Alright, take us there."

Roy nodded.

Becoming a senior member will enhance all the benefits one can enjoy within the Witch Tower.

The Seven Towers Alliance will also make other arrangements for such personnel.

This is not just about improving one's own strength and status, but also about ushering in a new world.

However, he couldn't worry about that for the time being. He just wanted to settle down on the sixth floor and get some rest.

……

Soon after.

Okmi Tower, sixth floor.

Inside the enormous tower space.

Roy personally completed the formalities and then unfolded his mansion in the space allocated to him by the Wizard Tower, which connected with a small demiplane in front of him, forming a bright island area similar to a sea-view house.

This is no longer a cramped building inside a tower, but rather a place like a sunny island in the real world.

However, the actual scene is not that large; in the distance are fake cave walls.

After finishing the mansion's layout, Roy set up chairs on the beach in front of the door, lay down, and enjoyed the fruit and drinks brought by Alice and the ghost maids while stroking the cat's head and making his own conclusions.

"I stayed in Guspur for a full 18 years. During that time, I acquired several Iron-level talents, as well as Bronze-level talents [Reverse Engineering], Silver-level talents [Master Forging], and [The Spirit of Zosimos].

Even the Gold-level talent, [Conceptual Armament]!

In terms of innate talent, the gains have undoubtedly been substantial.

However, it may not be reasonable to stay there and dig indefinitely in the short term.

A moving man lives; a moving tree dies.

He planned to go to other places first, and if there were no good opportunities anywhere, he could go back there later.

Anyway, I already have a good hand and can make many choices.

"Besides that, there's knowledge. The library there is pretty good, and I learned a lot about 'soul studies' from it."

There's also the ancient history of the Gusbur people's entanglement with the devil, spanning millions of years...

The history of that level seven world is quite rich.

It seems that high-magic worlds and high-intensity battlefields have that kind of foundation?

The only downside is that, for safety reasons, I've stayed within the fortified area and haven't ventured out much.

Roy felt that he hadn't explored that area enough.

But there's nothing we can do about it.

At that time, I was only a level two wizard.

He's only just been promoted to level three.

Explore my ass!

That's a level seven world!
"Then there were all sorts of treasures. There, they made at least hundreds of millions, and accumulated a lot of all kinds of spiritual materials."

Even the blessing of the "Sage's Words of Wisdom" was added on top!

Finally, there were the two fragments of divine essence.

Gasto's Divine Fragment (Level 4).

Not a false god like Quetzalcoatl...

Rather, it is a true superior demon, a demigod-level being.

That's equivalent to the level of a Great King!

Thinking of this, Roy put it away first and then checked another item he had acquired earlier.

Gold-tier talent, [Conceptual Armament]!
The information is already in my mind.

Conceptual armament, as the name suggests, refers to a special kind of existence that targets concepts.

It is associated with laws, intentions, beliefs, history, culture, and all related information and ideas.

To use a term more familiar to wizards, it can also be interpreted as "symbolism."

It is a meme of an idea, or rather, a spiritual belief.

The specific crafting methods involve imbuing the items with meaning through accumulated history, legends, or rituals.

This is actually similar to the concept of "symbols" in witchcraft.

Therefore, in the process of the wizards constantly expanding outwards, this branch of the lineage emerged.

According to this definition, the "Aladdin's Lamp" that I created before can also be condensed into "symbols" and integrated into this level.

However, unlike its physical form, the definition of "conceptual weaponry" leans more towards an intangible spiritual entity.

Even after understanding these points, how to apply them and the effects of their application remain unknown.

The best way to test it is through practice.

……

"I see. My [Conceptual Armament] talent is focused on the step of condensing 'symbolic seeds'."

Strictly speaking, this can also be attempted through the "alchemy circle" of "equivalent exchange".

But this talent requires targeted specialization.

This allows me to easily solidify certain concepts.

"What I now possess are 'Aesthetics,' 'Apostle,' 'Sage,' 'Spark,' and 'Mayfly Elemental Body'?"

Roy sorted out his thoughts while reflecting on the past.

I understood a lot in an instant.

Start preparing the materials now.

Soulstone Fragment.

Relic fragments.

All sorts of spiritual materials.

After it was broken, the essence of the spirit emerged from it.
As energy particles danced, light condensed, and phantom images appeared.

A phantom image resembling a magician's top hat appeared.

Roy felt his spiritual energy being rapidly depleted. Before long, he had spent materials worth more than 50 magic stones, equivalent to a level one treasure.

During this time, the power circulates and is used once again.

He quickly combined his past experience in crafting "hypnotic glasses" and "friendly fragrances" to come up with a completely new concept.

"Warcraft Special Forces - Friendly Hat!"

In the magical world, there are many similar things.

For example, "beast taming" can tame wild animals through body language and food rewards.

For example, the Druid's "Animal Affinity" talent is a class talent similar to their alchemy talent.

There are also various other methods for taming or appeasing magical beasts.

But the friendly hat doesn't matter.

It is not based on the principles of magic, but rather on an alchemical miracle targeting the fundamental concept of "monster hostility".

It can directly "eradicate the monster's desire to attack the user" from the level of world laws, replacing it with friendliness and intimacy.

The Eye of Hermes also reveals this characteristic.

"Conceptual Armament - Friendly Hat (Level 1)..."

"Conceptually eliminate the hostility between monster-like creatures and non-living things (including beast constructs, undead, etc.), and replace it with a certain degree of friendliness..."

(End of this chapter)