Wizard: My career panel has no upper limit

Chapter 492 The Conditions for the Fourfold Blessing

The old professor stared at him silently, as if observing something deeper beyond Ron's appearance.

“Ron.”

Yutel's voice became somewhat worried:

"You are emanating a special aura right now."

Those are marks that only those who have received the blessing of 'divine revelation' possess.

He slowly walked to a stone wall in the archives, where four crystals of different colors were embedded:
The black is as deep as night, the white is as warm as jade, the seven colors are ever-changing, and at the very top is a silver crystal that emits a faint light.

"This level of blessing"

Yutel's hand gently stroked the silver crystal surface, producing a clear, chiming sound like a wind chime:

"This is not unique in history."

I received similar recognition when I was younger, and Eye of Observation even gained the favor of two cornerstones at the same time.

The old professor turned around:

"But you must understand that the blessing of the Apocalypse does not mean that you have been chosen as the successor, but rather that you have enough talent and potential on this path."

"And another crucial point is..."

He seemed to be organizing his thoughts:

“Blessing is just the beginning, not the end. It means responsibility, not privilege.”

Just then, the communication crystal in the archives suddenly lit up, and the unique synthesized mechanical voice of the Eye of Observation rang out in the air:

"Yutel, I sensed an energy fluctuation—is it the mark of the Apocalypse?"

“Yes,” Yutel replied succinctly, “Ron has just awakened this trait.”

A brief silence followed through the communication crystal.

Then the Eye of Observation's voice sounded again, but this time the mechanical voice carried a rare and obvious emotional fluctuation:
"After three thousand years, He finally recognized the new young people."

The shock in his voice was so obvious that even Yutel raised an eyebrow.

"I will establish a three-way communication connection."

The Eye of Observation continued:

“This level of dialogue requires our presence.”

The crystal's brilliance intensified, and the air began to subtly distort.

The next moment, a semi-transparent projection condensed and took shape in the center of the room.

That is the embodiment of the Eye of Observation.

A huge eyeball as deep as a star.

"Young wizard, we meet again."

The Eye of Observation's "gaze" fell upon Ron:
"To gain the approval of the Apocalypse at such a young age, you truly possess extraordinary talent."

“But as Yutel said, blessing is just the beginning. What really matters is how you use these abilities to serve civilization.”

The seriousness in the mechanical voice made the atmosphere of the whole room solemn.

Ron listened quietly, able to sense the profound meaning behind the words of his two seniors.

"I think it's time for you to learn some deeper knowledge."

Yutel walked back to the stone wall inlaid with four crystals:
"About the four cornerstones, about the path they opened for our civilization, and what it means to be blessed."

His hand pointed to four crystals in turn, each radiating a unique energy fluctuation:
"The progenitors, the creators, the revelation, the end of death—they are not only the founders of our civilization, but also the four paths to transcendence."

"Let's start with our ancestors."

Yutel's hand lightly touched the deep black crystal.

The entire archive was immediately enveloped in an ancient and profound sense of solemnity:

"The path of the progenitor is the source of everything—the source of the wizard."

Patterns began to appear inside the black crystal.

Those are the most primitive spell circuits and diagrams for cultivating mental power:
"He created the meditation practice system, established the basic framework of magic, and ignited the fire of wisdom for our race."

The projection of the Eye of Observation trembled slightly, its voice filled with deep respect:
"The foundation of all wizarding practices stems from the wisdom of the progenitor."

Whether it's the simplest lighting techniques or the most advanced rules of spacetime, everything is built upon the foundation He laid.

"But what the ancestor left behind was not just the method of cultivation."

Yutel's tone became deeper:

"He left us not only cultivation methods, but also a way of thinking."

He taught us how to replace blind faith with rational thinking, and how to gain strength through knowledge.

This is the foundation of all the paths of a wizard.

The patterns within the black crystal began to change, revealing historical scenes:

Countless wizards ignite flames in the darkness, establish order in chaos, and seek truth in ignorance.
"The 'Millennial War' of the First Age is the most direct manifestation of the ancestral thought."

Utter continued to explain:
"Faced with sects that attempted to enslave wisdom with faith, the progenitor led the early wizards in a war that lasted for a thousand years."

"It's not about using magic to fight against divine magic, but about using reason to fight against ignorance, and using knowledge to fight against superstition."

The Eye of Observation added:
"The victory in that war fundamentally transformed the entire cognitive model of civilization."

From that time onward, our race truly embarked on a path of development based on wisdom.

"But the progenitor also left behind some 'unfinished plans'."

A thoughtful look appeared in Yutel's eyes:

"According to ancient records, before His transcendence, He mentioned a grand concept called 'final teaching'."

"This plan is still progressing slowly."

Every encounter we had with a foreign civilization, every instance of the dissemination of knowledge, and every establishment of a colony was part of this plan.

"Then comes the Creator."

Yutel's hand moved toward the warm, white crystal, and the energy field in the room began to subtly change:
"The Creator's way—the three phases of creation—is the art of transforming reality."

Three interlocking symbols emerged from within the white crystal:

The flames represent alchemy, the tree of life represents potions, and the geometric shapes represent runes.

"Alchemy—transforming the nature of matter, allowing us to transform the most ordinary materials into miracles."

The Eye of Observation's voice was filled with obvious gratitude:

"It is through the grace of the Creator that I was able to transform from pure mechanical intelligence into my current form of existence."

Alchemy can not only modify matter, but also consciousness itself.

"Potionology - Harmonizing the essence of life, exploring the mysteries and limits of life."

Utter continued to explain:
"The 'life explosion' of the Second Age was the golden age for the development of potion science."

Countless new species have been created, and the boundaries of life are constantly being pushed.

"Runeology - writing magical structures to materialize abstract formulas and symbols into operable tools."

Countless intricate combinations of runes were revealed within the white crystal, each containing the power to transform reality:

"All the alchemical devices, magic array structures, and even this observation station itself that you see now are the result of the application of runic literature."

"But the ultimate goal of the three phases of creation"

Yutel's voice became awe-inspiring:

"It is about creating perfect life, or even 'creating a new universe'."

This concept gave Ron a jolt.

To create a new universe.

This power has transcended his understanding of "powerful".

"The 'creation experiment' at the end of the Second Age is a manifestation of this idea."

"Hephaestus, the 'Perfect King,' one of the Creator's most outstanding disciples, once attempted to create a miniature universe within a closed space."

"The experiment was half successful—He did indeed create a large dimensional space with its own independent rules."

However, the price was that I was trapped inside and my whereabouts remain unknown.

"That dimensional space is now known as the 'Craftsman's Labyrinth,' and it is said to contain many mysteries of the Creator's path."

"Next is Apocalypse."

When Yutel's hand touched the seven-colored crystal, Ron's silver pocket watch resonated subtly:
"The path of revelation—the mysteries of space and time—is the path of wisdom for understanding the laws governing the universe."

The interior of the seven-colored crystal changes like a kaleidoscope, revealing the trajectory of the stars and the passage of time:
"Astrology – observing the universe and predicting the possibilities."

It's not just simple divination, but a profound understanding of the causal laws of the universe.

"Historical research—exploring the past and understanding cycles."

By understanding the historical context, we can identify patterns of development and turning points.

A look of reminiscence appeared in Yutel's eyes, an expression as if he had personally interacted with this cornerstone:
"Astrology allows us to look up at the stars and understand the laws governing the universe;
Historical research allows us to look back at the past and trace the threads of development.

"But the true wisdom of revelation lies in teaching us how to find the right path among countless possibilities."

It's not about predicting the future, but about understanding the weight of choices.

The Eye of Observation added:
"The 'forking crisis' of the Third Age is the best manifestation of divine wisdom."

When civilizations face three distinct paths of development.

It was through meticulous deduction that the successors of the Apocalypse chose the path that allows us to continue to exist today.

"That choice averted a disaster that could have destroyed the entire quadrant."

Yutel's voice deepened:

"But the price is that those prophets who made the choices suffered the pain of 'knowing too much about the future'."

They foresaw countless possible tragedies, and although they managed to avoid the worst outcome, they were also driven to madness forever.

Now, they are all bound in a prison called 'Paradise,' which is also under the full supervision of the current ruling 'King of Absurdity.'

"This is the duality of divine blessing—gaining the ability to foresee the future, but also bearing the burden of making choices."

When the topic turned to the fourth cornerstone, Yutel's expression visibly became uncomfortable.

His hand paused in mid-air for a moment, as if hesitating whether to touch the silver crystal at the top.

The projection of the Eye of Observation also became unstable, and the mechanical sound carried a clear sense of unease:
"The end of death. He explores the ultimate mystery of the boundary between life and death."

This includes soul transformation, life continuation, and even cyclical reshaping.

"But this road is too dangerous."

The warning meaning in the mechanical sound was extremely clear:
"The 'eternal plague' at the end of the Third Age was likely related to His experiments."

Ron noticed that the silver crystal emitted a light that was completely different from the other three.

That light was not warm, but cold and rational, as precise and sharp as a scalpel. "The path to the end of death is divided into three levels."

Yutel ultimately decided to explain, but his voice was full of caution:

"The first layer—soul research, exploring the mechanisms of separation between consciousness and the body;"

"The second level—the continuation of life, seeking ways to transcend the limitations of natural lifespan;"

"The third layer—cyclical reshaping—is the most dangerous layer."

His voice suddenly became very low: "It is said to involve direct intervention in the entire cycle of life and death."

"Now, let's talk about a more important issue."

Yutel turned back to Ron:
“Receiving the blessing of the cornerstone does not only mean gaining power, it also means that you will have to take on the corresponding responsibilities.”

The projection of the Eye of Observation flickered:
"The successors of the Creator must advance the development of creative technologies and explore the limits of material transformation."

"The successor to the Apocalypse must make correct prophecies and choices at crucial moments, guiding civilization away from dangerous paths."

"And the inheritor of the end of death."

The mechanical sound became even heavier:
"Then we must confront the ultimate mysteries of life and death, but at the same time we must ensure that this exploration does not threaten the survival of the entire civilization."

“I have received both divine revelation and the blessings of the Creator.”

The observer shares their experience:
"That is why they were able to transform from mechanical intelligence into wizards and acquire a special form of existence that transcends racial boundaries."

But the price is that I must forever bear the responsibility of 'civilization observation'—recording, analyzing, and issuing warnings—and can never slacken my efforts.

Yutel nodded as well:

“I have received divine blessings, which have enabled me to foresee many crises, but at the same time, they have also caused me the pain of ‘knowing too much about the future’.”

"Whenever I see those inevitable tragedies that I am powerless to stop, the feeling of helplessness can almost completely destroy a person's reason."

A deep weariness was evident in the old professor's eyes:
"Sometimes I wonder if ignorance is a blessing."

When the conversation reached this point, both seniors fell into a brief silence.

Then, almost simultaneously, they all turned their gaze to Ron.

"Based on our observations, Ron, you are very likely to have the opportunity to receive the 'Fourfold Foundation Blessing'."

This is extremely rare, perhaps even unprecedented, in the entire history of wizarding.

The projection of the Eye of Observation hesitated for a moment, as if organizing its thoughts:

"The Ancestral Blessing—one has the opportunity to receive it after passing the test following the breakthrough to Grand Wizard; it is a recognition of a wizard's achievements in cultivation."

"Blessed by the Creator—your talent and achievements in the Triadic Arts have been recognized;"

"A divine blessing—your awakening proves your potential in the mysteries of space and time."

"Many outstanding wizards have achieved the first three levels of blessings."

"As for the blessing at the end of death, since it is a cornerstone that only appeared at the end of the Third Era, no one has yet met the conditions."

Both of their gazes fell on the silver pocket watch on Ron's chest:

"But your special item, and the 'Complete Explanation of the Extraordinary' in your hand, both indicate that you have begun to explore the mysteries of the boundary between life and death."

"If one could truly receive the fourfold blessing."

They didn't continue, as if this was something that these two learned ancient men had never even considered.

Ron simply stood there quietly, without saying a word.

In his unique perspective, what lies ahead is nothingness and a paradox of multiple intersections.

And these twists and turns of fate continue to grow sideways...

………………

Although I was still feeling emotional yesterday because of my conversation with two mystics.

But by the afternoon of the following day, Ron still arrived at the preparation area for diving at the Abyss Observatory as planned.

The stabilizer surrounds the central submersible, where various monitoring devices are undergoing final calibration.

Professor Utter personally came to conduct a pre-departure check-up for him.

But when Ron saw the old professor, a sense of unease welled up inside him.

After becoming a historian and receiving the "blessing of divine revelation," he is now able to perceive the "time texture" of living beings.

Every being has a unique pattern of time flow; the healthy are as active as spring streams, while the elderly are as heavy as autumn leaves.

The time-related markings on Professor Yutel's body have already shown extremely dangerous signs.

The silver light of the void was dimmer than it had been a few days ago, and even began to carry a sense of fragility.

Ron could "see" that the old professor's very existence was slowly but steadily slipping away, silently dissipating like sand in an hourglass.

"Professor, what's your condition?"

He tentatively opened his mouth, but was stopped by Yutel's gentle wave of his hand.

"The state of being in a state of limbo is itself an overdraft of life force, child."

The old professor's tone remained calm, but the weariness he revealed was undeniable:
“I am well aware of my situation and have long been prepared.”

He walked to the front of the descent chamber and began checking the various safety devices:
"According to my estimate, there are about two years left."

It's enough to accomplish some important tasks, and enough to witness the growth of your generation.

This calm attitude in discussing one's own death reflects the rationality unique to high-ranking wizards.

In their view, death is merely a change in the form of existence, not an event to be overly feared.

But for Ron, losing such a mentor is still a huge loss.

"Is there anything I can do to help?"

He asked sincerely, already considering various possible solutions in his mind.

"help?"

Yutel chuckled softly:
"Child, death is the inevitable end for every life."

Forcibly continuing something only distorts its true nature; that is not the path a wise person should choose.

"My only hope is to see the wizarding civilization find the right direction for development before I leave."

And you are an important part of that hope.

A deep light gleamed in the old professor's silver eyes:
"Make good use of the power you have gained, Ron."

The mission of historians is not merely to observe the past, but also to pave the way for the future.

After the inspection was completed, Yutel personally activated the diving device for Ron.

"This time, I will send you to the edge of the fifth layer of the abyss alone again."

He was setting precise coordinates on the console:
"The landing point is located on the outer edge of Nari's territory, which ensures safety without triggering her defense mechanisms."

As the magic circle was activated, the submersible began to emit a soft purple light.

A flash of light, and the descent began.

………………

When his vision cleared again, Ron noticed that the environment had changed significantly since his last visit.

The originally chaotic and disorderly terrain now presents a certain sense of regularity and beauty.

The undulating hills on the shore stretched into the distance like waves, and the chaotic clouds in the sky formed a more harmonious color scheme.

Clearly, after gaining complete control of his power, Nari began to consciously modify his surroundings.

"This sense of order," Acelia commented in her consciousness:

"Nari is transforming her innate chaotic nature into creative power."

This transformation was extremely difficult, indicating that her intelligence far exceeded our previous estimates.

Ron activated "Supernatural Recognition" and quickly locked onto the direction of the deep-sea palace.

Unlike last time, the palace now emits a more stable energy fluctuation.

My baby is back!

Excited voices came from deep within the palace, followed by a series of hurried footsteps.

No, it wasn't the sound of footsteps, but the sound of countless tentacles moving rapidly across the ground.

The next moment, Ron was surrounded by a bunch of soft tentacles.

Nari was clearly eager to rush over, without even fully concealing his true form.

Hundreds of tentacles of varying thicknesses surged forth like a tide, enveloping Ron in a warm "tentacle cocoon."

Do you miss your mom? Do you miss your mom?

Nari's voice was filled with urgency, and the tentacles gently wriggled over his body:

"Mom misses you so much! I think about you day and night! I even call your name when I'm sleeping!"

This undisguised expression of emotion stands in stark contrast to her identity as a hegemon apostle.

But Ron was used to this contrast; he reached out and gently stroked the nearest tentacle:
"I miss you too, Mom. I even prepared a special gift for you this time."

Upon hearing the word "gift," all the tentacles trembled with excitement.

"Really? Is there really a gift?"

Nari's voice became more cheerful:
"Let Mom see! Mom loves gifts from her children the most!"

Ron carefully took the box containing the bloodline resonance crystal from his pocket.

The moment the box was opened, the pale golden light emitted by the crystal immediately attracted Nari's full attention.

"so beautiful"

Her voice softened, and the thinnest tentacle carefully took the crystal:
"Did the child make this by hand?"

"Yes, it contains our wonderful memories together."

Ron explained the function of the crystal in detail:
"No matter how far apart we are, you can feel me through it. And..."

At this point, he smiled somewhat sheepishly:

"If you miss me, just hold the crystal and you can relive those warm moments."

Nari listened quietly, all the tentacles remaining unusually still.

After the explanation was finished, she gently placed the crystal on her core, the area where her emotions were most concentrated.

Thank you. Thank you, my darling.

Her voice began to tremble, a natural reaction to being deeply moved:
"This is the most precious gift Mom has ever received. More precious than all power and wealth."

Overwhelmed by emotions, Nari was momentarily unable to control her reaction.

More tentacles extended from the hidden space, wrapping Ron even more tightly.

(End of this chapter)