Wizard: My career panel has no upper limit

Chapter 490 "Deep Echoes" and Canines
When the last bit of energy from Salyn's memory fragment was completely absorbed by the silver pocket watch, Ron felt a noticeable change.

Historical research skills have undergone a qualitative leap in this in-depth historical event research practice.

[Historical Research Experience Points +1]

[Historical Research Experience Points +1]

[Historical Research Experience Points +1]

……

Breakthrough! Historical Research (Proficient 100/100) → Historical Research (Master 1/200)

[Characteristic "Sensitivity" → "Deep Echo"]

Deep Echoes: Enhanced ability to access fragmented memories;
[Can briefly summon usable historical projections during battle]

"Deep echo."

A new explanation then came to mind:

[Currently available projector: Salynvistra (purified version)]

Strength level: Equivalent to the summoner's strength level, but skill mastery will be somewhat replicated from the projected original body.

Summoning duration: Determined by remaining mana and spirit.
Cooling cycle: 24 hours
Note: Each summon will consume a large amount of mental and magical energy, please use it with caution.

As his abilities advanced, a strange "storage space" began to emerge deep within his consciousness.

It was a void composed of silver mist.

In the center of this area, a semi-transparent figure floats silently.

That was a projection of Salin's history, but it was completely different from the malevolent entity she had encountered before.

After being separated and purified by Nari, the projection now resembles a fine work of art.

It retained its original form and capabilities, but all malice and corruption were completely eliminated.

Ron carefully observed how this new feature worked.

Unlike traditional summoning spells, Deep Echoes does not summon external entities, but rather fragments of history that it obtains through "hunting".

These projections are entirely under his control, and there is no risk of betrayal or loss of control.

However, maintaining their existence requires continuous energy consumption.

"The strategic value of this characteristic."

He was assessing the situation in his mind:

"Not only can they gain additional combat power at critical moments, these projections also retain the knowledge and skills they had in life."

“Saline’s mastery of mental pollution technology can now be used by me.”

Furthermore, because it is a historical projection, even if it is destroyed in battle, it will not cause any real casualties.

At the same time, as Ron fully absorbed the remaining fragments of Salyn, he also began to feel a subtle "feedback".

He could vaguely sense what Salin's true form was going through, deep in the abyss.

It was an indescribable feeling of weakness, as if some force had drained a part of the essence of life from us.

"An interesting chain reaction"

Azalea, noticing that Nari hadn't noticed her, quietly commented in his mind:
"It seems that the special ability Erica gave you not only affects the historical projection, but also has a direct effect on the Primarch."

"what does that mean?"

"This means you now have a completely new tactical option."

Dragon Soul's voice was full of excitement:

"By preying on historical projections, you can weaken the enemy's physical strength without direct contact."

This kind of long-range attrition effect may be more valuable than a direct attack in certain situations.

Ron nodded and began to think about the specific application scenarios of this ability.

When facing a powerful enemy, if one can obtain its historical projection through some means, one can weaken the opponent before engaging in direct confrontation.

Moreover, this weakening is persistent, unlike ordinary damage that can be recovered through healing.

"Of course, this also means that I need to use this ability more cautiously."

He reminded himself:

“Saline must have noticed something is wrong by now.”

This could be considered a tactic to alert the enemy; she will undoubtedly be more vigilant afterward.

Just as Ron was immersed in analyzing the new features, Nari's slightly dissatisfied voice came from the consciousness space.

"my darling."

Her tone was clearly resentful:

"Have you forgotten something? How many days has it been since you last visited your mother after you left?"

Although he had just "torn apart" an apostle, Nari was clearly more concerned about the family bond between himself and his children.

Her tentacles waved incessantly in the air, her movements carrying an almost coquettish quality.

Ron then realized that he hadn't contacted Nari for a while.

Since returning from the Shifting Sands, he has been busy dealing with Cassandra's project and preparations for the historian's career change.

In this tense atmosphere, he almost forgot about his daily interactions with his "mother".

"Mom, I have been really busy lately."

He tried to explain, his tone apologetic:

"Preparing to become a historian is more complicated than I imagined, and the projects on Cassandra's side also require a lot of effort."

But Nari was clearly not satisfied with this explanation.

Her voice became even more plaintive:
"Being busy is always an excuse, kid."

The other apostles each had their own families who would regularly come to worship and offer sacrifices.

"Mommy's children are the least considerate; they save you and then get blamed for being too clingy."

This playful complaint made Ron feel both warm and guilty.

Nari has grown into a terrifying being that is not much less powerful than the Supreme Apostles, but she still retains the innocence of a little girl when it comes to expressing her emotions.

At this moment, all she asks for is the simplest thing: companionship.

“Mom, I promise you,” Ron said earnestly.
"I will definitely make time to go down into the abyss to be with you within three days! And I will bring you a gift you like!"

Upon hearing this promise, Nari's tone immediately became cheerful:

"Really? Then it's a deal, no backing out!"

The tentacle eagerly grabbed Ron's hand and spun him around in mid-air:
"Mom wants to witness this agreement; the child can no longer break his word like before."

"I won't go back on my word," Ron replied, hanging in mid-air, somewhat helplessly.
"You are my most important family member, how could I possibly ignore your feelings?"

Nari nodded in satisfaction, set him down, and then her tone softened again:

"No matter where you go or what difficulties you face, Mom will always be your strongest support."

The projection began to slowly dissipate, but Nari's voice still echoed in Ron's consciousness:

"Anyone who dares to harm my child, whether in the past, present, or future, will pay the price."

"This is not a threat, but a promise."

A mother's love for you is deeper than the abyss and longer than the river of time.

With the complete dissipation of the Nari projection, the History Infiltration Array officially ceased operation.

Ron slowly opened his eyes and found himself still sitting in the archives room of the Abyss Observatory.

But the surrounding environment has undergone subtle changes.

Many rune circuits in the magic circle showed signs of overload, and some precision instruments were also slightly damaged in the energy impact just now.

Professor Yutel was standing in front of the control panel, his eyes filled with a thoughtful expression.

Seeing Ron awaken unharmed, the old professor felt somewhat relieved:
"It seems you have your own hidden methods, and this old man can no longer be of much help."

His tone carried a hint of self-deprecation.

"Professor, this historical infiltration..."

Ron tried to explain what had just happened, but Yutel gently waved him off.

"No need for detailed explanation, child."

The old professor nodded understandingly to him.
"I just need to confirm that you haven't been mentally corrupted and that you've achieved the expected results."

He walked over to Ron and performed a simple mental scan:

"Judging from your condition, this historical infiltration was very successful."

Not only were you not corrupted, but you also gained a new ability.

"As for other things that happened during the process."

Yutel gave Ron a meaningful look:
"Interventions involving higher levels of existence are not something we at this level should be overly concerned with."

This attitude of knowing when to stop reflects the old professor's wisdom in surviving.

In the wizarding world, excessive curiosity is often dangerous.

"Then let's discuss some more practical issues."

Yutel returned to the console and began reviewing the experimental data:
"According to the records, you did come into contact with a lot of classified information about the Abyss Apostles during your historical infiltration."

"This information is extremely valuable, but it also means corresponding responsibilities and risks."

The old professor's expression turned serious:

"From now on, you need to handle matters related to the Abyss more carefully. Too much knowledge can sometimes be a burden."

"I understand, Professor."

Ron nodded in understanding:

"I will remain vigilant and not allow this knowledge to become a source of danger."

"very good."

Yutel nodded in satisfaction, then took out an exquisite crystal box from his storage bag:
"This is the last piece of material you need for your career change to a historian—'dog teeth'."

The crystal box contained a small, strange, dark-colored concretion that looked completely unlike a canine tooth.

But considering the characteristics of the Timehounds, Ron seemed to have a clue about the origin of this material.

"This material was difficult to obtain; even I spent a considerable amount of money to acquire it."

Yutel handed the crystal box to Ron:

"But for you, this investment is absolutely worthwhile."

When Ron received the crystal box, he could sense the power of time contained within it.

This power resonated subtly with the silver pocket watch, as if there were some natural connection between the two objects.

"The ceremony can take place tomorrow."

Yutel continued:
"But before that, I suggest you get some rest and digest the lessons learned today."

"The historian's ritual involves a fundamental shift in the perception of time and needs to be performed under optimal conditions to ensure success."

Ron bowed respectfully to the old professor:
"Thank you for your consideration, Professor. I will be fully prepared."

"in addition."

As he was about to leave, Yutel added:

"If you plan to explore the abyss in the near future, remember to let me know in advance."

The observation station's diving equipment can provide you with a safer route.

"I will, Professor."

After leaving the archives, Ron's thoughts were completely absorbed in another question:

What kind of gift should I prepare for Nari?
The difficulty of this problem lies in the fact that Nari is not an ordinary Abyss Apostle.

As the direct descendant of the "mother," and now that she has complete control over her own power, she can obtain almost any wealth in the Great Abyss.

Ordinary treasures meant nothing to her, and Ron was currently unable to acquire truly precious items.

"Ron, are you worried about the gift?"

Acelia's voice echoed again from the depths of his consciousness:

“I can sense your confusion. However, the answer to this question is actually simpler than you think.”

"What do you mean?"

Ron stopped and focused on communicating with the dragon soul.

“What Nari truly desires is not material treasures, but emotional recognition.”

Acelia's analysis hits the nail on the head:
"Although she possesses great power, she is a lonely being in the abyss."

The other apostles treated her with more fear than genuine respect.

"Only you see her as your true mother, giving her pure emotional response and feedback of strength."

This emotional value far surpasses any material wealth.

Ron nodded thoughtfully.

Indeed, from the moment they first met, what Nari valued most was the confirmation of their blood ties.

What she needs is not submission, but the love and care of family.

"Therefore, the best gift should be..."

"Items that bear your personal mark."

Acelia continued to provide guidance:

"It doesn't need to be expensive; the key is to show your dedication."

For example, alchemical items you crafted yourself, or special containers that record your shared memories.

“Nari will be happy because of the emotional meaning that the gift carries, not because of its market value.”

This suggestion caught Ron's eye.

He recalled his expertise in alchemy and Nari's particular fondness for his bloodline.

"An alchemical artifact that carries the essence of my bloodline."

He began to conceive a specific plan in his mind:
"Just like the item my mother gave me last time, I can also make a similar memory crystal."

Whenever she feels lonely, she can relive those warm memories through the crystal.

He told Acelia about his thoughts.

"The idea of ​​memory crystals is not bad."

Acelia agreed:

"However, you can do more refinement on the technical level."

Use your skill level to create an item that resonates with Nari's bloodline.

"In this way, even if you are far apart, she can still connect with you emotionally through gifts."

Just as Ron was engrossed in designing the gift, Azalea suddenly changed the subject:
"Also, I must remind you of something."

"what's up?"

“During Nari’s projection just now, she must have sensed my presence.”

This information made Ron's heart tighten.

Did she react?

"A very clever response."

Acelia's tone was appreciative:

"She did notice my presence, but chose to pretend she didn't."

"She's already noticed?"

“Yes, but Nari knows very well that everyone has their own secrets, even the closest family members.”

Acelia explained:
"Forcing yourself to pry into these secrets often damages the trust between you, so she ultimately chooses to give you enough privacy."

"Moreover," Dragon Soul stated his speculation:
"She probably sensed my kindness towards you as well."

"She knows I won't hurt you; on the contrary, she might become your ally."

In this situation, there would be no benefit in revealing my existence.

This analysis gave Ron a new understanding of his "mother".

Although she is still so naive in expressing her emotions, she is becoming increasingly mature in handling interpersonal relationships.

"It seems I underestimated her intelligence," Ron thought to himself.

“That’s true,” Acelia agreed.

"However, since she has chosen to give you privacy, we should respect her choice and not proactively expose unnecessary information."

Ron nodded.

Since Nari has shown such understanding and tolerance, he should respond in the same way.

There's no need to deliberately hide anything, but there's also no need to proactively explain everything.

"The gift is settled then." He made his final decision in his heart.
"I'll create a memory crystal infused with my bloodline to record the wonderful times we spent together."

We use the highest technical standards and pour out the most sincere care emotionally.

"This gift should make Nari feel my thoughtfulness."

Back in his private lab, Ron immediately began working on the gift.

"The first step is the integration of bloodline imprints."

He carefully made a small cut on his finger, letting a few drops of dragon blood fall onto the crystal surface.

The moment the blood came into contact with the crystal, the entire crystal began to emit a faint golden-red light, and the special energy of the dragon blood began to penetrate into the interior.

"Then comes the sealing of memories."

Ron closed his eyes and began to recall the moments he had spent with Nari:
Their first encounter in the abyss;
The warmth of being embraced by her tentacles for the first time;

Together, we will face the threat of Magus and the other Apostles in the Chaos Arena.

And countless heartwarming moments
Every memory was carefully extracted.

Finally, he engraved a special array of runes on the surface of the crystal.

The purpose of this array is to establish a bloodline resonance with Nari.

The entire production process lasted three hours, and Ron was exhausted when it was all finished.

But looking at the memory crystal in his hand, radiating a warm light, he felt that all his efforts were worthwhile.

"This is the best gift I can give."

Ron gently stroked the crystal surface: "I hope she'll like it."

(End of this chapter)