Am I a god-tier talent in all my professions?

Chapter 104 The Church of Life
"Thank you."

Lu Cang whispered.

The spiritual explosion erupted inside Atrendo's body!

boom!
Although 100 souls are not many, the "spirit explosion" that explodes directly from the body offers no chance of resistance.

Moreover, it is directly transformed by "the source of all laws".

The release speed is much faster than direct release.

The slow casting speed of "Spirit Explosion" can be compensated for by this.

"Source of All Laws" is indeed not as powerful and terrifying as "Elemental Void".

But its strength lies in its versatility, going beyond simple killing.

It can also be used for defense, and even... for other unexpected purposes.

The sacrifice leaves no trace, and the other party has no way of knowing that they used the power of the Death Priest.

Because Root Magic is so incredible, he might think that Spirit Explosion is just an evolution of Root Magic.

In fact, even if he used Spirit Explosion directly, he probably wouldn't recognize it as a Death Priest's skill.

After all, Spirit Explosion is very different from the original "Corpse Explosion" technique, and few people in this world recognize it as a form of magic beyond magic.

……

[Winner: Lu Cang]

A victory that was not in doubt at all.

Even without using the root magic, Atrendo, who had mastered the ultimate technique, was no match for him.

It seems that I am indeed a genius who is almost invincible among my peers.

I wouldn't dare say I'm completely invincible.

At least knowing Izzy, Lu Cang still held a sense of awe for this world.

Who knows if there will ever be another genius like Izparut?
However, with ninety million souls and the ability to comprehend Root Magic, Lu Cang believed that he was no longer inferior to Iz, who was at level 2.

I should say I've surpassed him.

But if we disregard sacrifices and only compare pure magic...

Thinking back to all the times we sparred.

Even though I've grasped the fundamental magic, I still feel a bit uncertain.

You have obtained the title: Root Mage

"title?"

[Root Mage: This title signifies the supreme glory of mastering Root magic, achieved through the use of Root magic in the battle arena.]

Oh, it can only be used in the Battle Arena.

What are the effects of wearing this title?

They didn't say...

Well, I'll try wearing it and see. It's not that I want to show off, I just want to see if it has any special effects.

【Matching...】

[Trying our best to match you with an equally matched opponent...]

……

Matching takes a really long time.

Did Atrendo not continue the match?
That's true. If I were to get brutally defeated right after mastering the fundamental magic, I'd probably need some time to calm down...

[Matching successful]

Your opponent: Wang Gou

The opponent appeared before them; Wang Gou was wearing a gray mage's robe, which looked to be worth about 50 silver coins.

The staff in his hand did have a bit of shine, but it probably didn't cost more than 2 gold.

Wang Gou looked up at his opponent.

I looked up and saw the name.

[Master Genyuan: Lu Cang]

Then, she glanced at Lu Cang's outfit.

He wore a mage's robe with more than a dozen layers of different sizes, and his staff was adorned with mithril, topped with a huge, translucent magic stone, and the staff itself flowed with liquid magic gold...

Upon closer inspection, his ten fingers were covered with dazzling gemstone rings, and the pendants around his neck were also incredibly varied, as if they were weighed by weight.

no……

Evenly matched?

Where does it fit in?

……

Am I evenly matched with this [Root Mage], or am I evenly matched with his ridiculously expensive-looking gear?

Does he need to use magic to hit me?
If you come over and hit me with your staff, you'll probably kill me.

[Countdown - 2]

"surrender!"

Before the battle even began.

The other side chose to surrender immediately!
ha?
Is it necessary?
Young man, you seem to lack resolve.

Lu Cang originally planned to use him to test the application of "Source Transformation of All Laws".

Unexpectedly, they ordered it directly?
[Winner: Lu Cang]

Current winning streak: 300

They secured their 300th consecutive win and also ended Atrendo's winning streak.

The empty victory has brought the reckoning.

A beam of light descended from the sky.

White leaves wrapped around a bowl, and the colorful, dark spring water descended before me.

[The Fountain of Origin]

Legend has it that it can bring inspiration and help magicians comprehend the fundamental magic.

However, just now, I realized I no longer needed it.

He figured it out on his own without any external help.

Of course, something is better than nothing.

On the leaderboard, they are probably still a long way from first place.

After all, Artron had also been on a winning streak, and before meeting him, he had no rivals. His score was actually similar to his own.

Lu Cang checked his points...

Oh?
The integral coefficient multiplier has become 10?

Was it because he defeated Atrendo? Or because he mastered the Root Magic?

In either case, it did indeed increase one's points significantly.

Lu Cang had thought that since others had played more matches, even if he defeated the number one player, he wouldn't be able to take the number one position for a while.

Now it seems... this coefficient was designed to adjust for this situation.

200 consecutive wins are needed to reach the mystery grand prize.

However, I was indeed exhausted from playing.

It was mainly because it was too boring. Every game was the same instant kill. Only the game against Artron was somewhat interesting.

If when playing games, every round is a complete push and crush.

It can also feel very boring.

Let's just aim for a 300-win streak today.

I stopped by the Church of Life on the way to check it out. I've mastered the Root Magic and am now ready to advance to Level 3 Mage.

Even after upgrading and changing tracks, the winning streak is still maintained.

He was on a winning streak when he was at level 2.

After upgrading and changing tracks, you become a Level 3 newbie, making it even more difficult to achieve a winning streak.

Therefore, winning streaks will not be interrupted as the level increases. Being able to continue winning streaks after reaching a higher level is a skill.

Stretched.

Lu Cang then withdrew from the arena.

As I passed by the front desk, I saw that familiar receptionist.

He greeted her, and at the same time, Lu Cang noticed the slime lamp, which was placed next to her desk.

It seems it wasn't just thrown away carelessly.

Lu Cang gave it away with the mindset that he wouldn't care if he lost it.

Leaving the arena, Lu Cang put on a half-mask and pulled down his hood.

Gradually, it becomes distorted and blurred in people's sight.

"Enchantment: Perception Disruption"

"Enchantment: Cognitive Ambiguity"

At the same time, Lu Cang also equipped a ring with the enchantment "Fate's Cover".

I've heard that this enchantment can make fortune tellers unclear or give incorrect results.

Although he hadn't caused any trouble, he was carrying many valuables and was afraid of being targeted by random people.

Not to mention that she still looks like a child.

High recognition.

When Akari was in the Adventurers' Guild, he was harassed by someone who clearly didn't recognize him.

Lu Cang realized that this world was not entirely populated by kind people.

Although I have encountered more good people than bad people in the world, I cannot rule out the existence of evil people in the world.

In particular, there are various criminal professions in this world.

"Assassin," "Thief," "Death Priest," "Skin Snatcher"...

Lu Cang arrived at the Church of Life.

The City in the Circle is indeed different from a small town like Raine.

A complete church, clergy, dedicated altars and idols.

Even on the streets, you can see clergy preaching and praying.

If it were his previous life, Lu Cang would naturally have ignored these charlatans.

But alas, gods do exist in this world.

It is a proven existence.

Lu Cang still held a degree of awe for the gods of this world.

At least... until you yourself become a god, maintain reverence.

The Church of Life was packed with people.

Lu Cang's small stature made it difficult for him to move forward as he was jostled around in the crowd.

Is the Church of Life so popular?

Isn't there a special life hall for treatment?
Just as Lu Cang was about to go inside to find out what was going on, his feet suddenly left the ground.

When I turned around, I saw Akari.

He lifted himself up.

"Oh, kid."

"You've come to see Cumelloni too?"

Lu Cang: "Chi Cheng, how did you know I just comprehended Root Magic?"

Chi Cheng: "You've mastered the Origin Magic?" Lu Cang: "Yes, just now. I took down Atrendo, who had mastered the Ultimate in the Level 2 group, and then I came here."

"Oh! It's that kid Atrendo."

That kid?
Chi Cheng, you're not older than anyone else, are you?
Chi Cheng is only 20 years old now, while Atrendo is almost 40.

"I played against him when I was level 2. I didn't expect that after so long, he would still be level 2."

Chi Cheng, that's not the point.

It was I who comprehended the Root Magic.

Sigh... It seems that sharing with this idiot was a mistake.

"However, you actually mastered the Root Magic so quickly?"

"It's only been a few days?"

Lu Cang's ears twitched, suppressing the urge to smile.

He casually said, "It's alright. I suddenly had an inspiration and figured it out without using the Fountain of Origin during my 298-game winning streak."

Lu Cang couldn't help but curl up the corners of his mouth.

Ultimately, mastering the Root Magic in just over ten days is even more exhilarating than getting a promotion, a raise, or winning the lottery.

Even adults would find it impossible not to laugh.

Akari laughed and said, "Haha, that's about as fast as Iz."

almost……

and many more……

ha?
Not the fastest in the world?
Lu Cang's lips twitched, and he froze.

"However, now that you have comprehended the Root Magic, doesn't that mean you're going to advance to a Level 3 mage?"

"No wonder you came to the Church of Life."

Lu Cang: "Yes, I also wanted to come and see you all."

They didn't say they came specifically for the promotion, as that would seem too mercenary.

Lu Cang: "By the way, how long did it take Iz to comprehend the Elemental Void?"

Chi Cheng recalled, tilting his head, "He seemed to say it was a little over a month after he leveled up to level 2."

Lu Cang: "A little more? How much?"

Chi Cheng: "How would I know? He just said it casually."

This answer left Lu Cang in a dilemma.

Did he grasp the essence of things faster or slower than Izzy?

Suddenly, Chi Cheng hoisted Lu Cang onto his shoulder, and Lu Cang sat on Chi Cheng's head.

This sitting posture... made Lu Cang's mindset very complicated.

When I was little in my past life, my father also carried me through this.

At this moment, Lu Cang's state of mind was quite complicated.

However, this did provide a better view. Lu Cang saw in the distance that Kumironi was standing in the center of the field, reciting scriptures.

Lu Cang really wanted to see what kind of work Kumironi did in the Church of Life.

Is it like those charlatans outside who preach incessantly?
It's hard to imagine such a scene.

Even without relying on Kumironi, one can still advance using "Root Magic - Origin".

According to Izparut's deduction, the magic is fine.

But since it was given to us by a truly evil person, it's best to avoid using this risky plugin if you can follow a safe and transparent process...

"Sophia brought us life, enabling all things to be born, enlightened, grow, and live on. Above the sky, beneath the earth, in a world we have yet to know, there is also soil for life to be born..."

They really are proselytizing.

That book is *The Text of Life*.

The name Sophia should refer to the goddess of life and growth, as well as a moon goddess.

February—the month of life and growth, lunar sign: Sophia
The moon is definitely a deity, but a deity may not necessarily be a moon.

There seem to be special rules involved, but the specific details of these rules are beyond the knowledge of ordinary people.

All I know is that the months and seasons of the 11 lunar months are fixed.

May is the only pure month, the only month without a lunar mansion.

However, it seems that people did not come here to hear preaching.

Throughout the church, voices echoed: "Lord Kumironi, look at my child! Isn't he a genius, one in a million!"

"Can you awaken my Ani ahead of time?"

"Look at my child!"

“My child has loved touching swords and warhammers since he was a child. Is he a genius warrior who is one in a million?”

"My child is so talented! He recites magical classics every day. He might become a great mage like Iz someday!"

……

Ugh.

Seeing this scene, Lu Cang felt a pang of regret.

However, after realizing the importance of spirituality, Lu Cang could understand their madness.

Lu Cang would also be worried if he were to lose his spirituality.

This feeling of clarity, quick thinking, and perfect understanding of everything is something you never want to lose once you have it.

There were just too many people.

The surging crowds were all there to ask Kumironi to awaken; how could Kumironi possibly take care of so many people?

Kumiloni is indeed sacred.

Standing on the bulletin board, she was a far cry from her usual gentle and kind self.

His gaze was calm, fixed solely on the scriptures, radiating a divine impartiality.

It was as if the murmurs of the crowd below the stage had nothing to do with her.

"So, Chi Cheng, what are you here for?" Lu Cang asked, looking down.

“Maintaining order,” Akari replied, looking up.

"If anyone tries to rush forward, I will stop them."

Oh... working as a security guard.

But isn't it a bit of a waste to have a level 6 warrior stand guard as a security guard?

When will Kumiloni end?

"It will probably take another two hours."

Looks like I'm too early.

"How about we go for a stroll?" Chi Cheng asked.

Lu Cang: "Weren't you supposed to be on guard duty?"

"It's about the same distance."

Considering Akagi's speed, it makes sense.

So he nodded.

Chi Cheng walked through the crowd without encountering much hindrance; it was as if the crowd would automatically part when it encountered him.

After turning left and right, we entered the interior area of ​​the church.

Away from the church where Cumroni was located, the interior of the church was refreshing and spacious, especially with plenty of greenery in the courtyard.

It makes people feel comfortable and is pleasing to the eye.

The Church of Life is indeed magnificent, far more than just a small church building.

Instead, it is a cluster of lush green buildings, with connecting corridors stretching for kilometers, and clergy members dressed in green robes can be seen everywhere.

“These believers are almost all healing sorcerers and growers who follow Sophia and adhere to the principles of life and growth,” Chi Cheng said.

Growers.

Lu Cang's understanding was that it was the profession of a farmer, farming.

"Oh, that... is the Fountain of Life, which can relieve fatigue and alleviate certain injuries and curses."

"However, it is only effective for those who believe in Sophia."

"That tree is a golden tree. The clergy working at the Church of Life can pick a leaf from the golden tree every year, which is basically worth 3 gold coins."

"That's the seed area, where you can get crop seeds for free. Some specific crops can only be planted with the approval of the Church of Life."

"These crops will also sell for a higher price than ordinary crops on the market. Many growers believe in Sofia for these reasons. After all, it's hard not to be tempted by free seeds and higher profits."

"Of course, some special crops require sufficient grower level and cultivation skills to survive."

This is QQ Farm. Does it mean you can't plant crops if you don't have a high enough level?

"That's the Life Prayer Room. You can pray there about the lives you've saved and the patients you've healed, and that these can be counted as great deeds in your life... You can exchange them for gifts in the church, or for extra healings."

"I've heard that accumulating enough life merits can even earn you a chance to resurrect someone else. Of course, the price is extremely high, far beyond what an ordinary healing mage can afford."

"In addition, there are special farmlands inside the church. Crops grown in the church's farmlands grow faster and the special cultivation conditions are more relaxed."

"Basically, crops that don't have very demanding growing conditions can be grown in the church's farmland."

"Of course, applying for farmland requires a certain position, but it's mostly growers applying, so it's not that strict. As long as you've been employed by the Church of Life for more than two years, you can generally apply."

"Look, you can get fruits and vegetables over there, all for free, every day."

"In addition, clergy members of the Church of Life receive priority treatment and receive high reimbursement rates for treatment at the Hall of Life."

……

Chi Cheng led Lu Cang on a tour of the Church of Life, chattering away.

What he saw with his own eyes completely overturned Lu Cang's long-held understanding of the church.

I used to think that the church was a serious and sacred place, a place where people were driven purely by love and fanatically believed in God, but God was indifferent to people.

But looking at it in person...

They've shown you so much kindness.

The internal benefits are astonishing.

Many people believe that as long as they believe in Sophia, they will receive free medical care, free spell removal, free farmland and seeds, free fruits and vegetables every day, and priority treatment and medical insurance.

Even Lu Cang was a little tempted by it.

From the Moon God to the God of War, and now to the Church of Life.

The gods of this world truly wield enormous influence.

I did some intensive study on church knowledge and then had some dessert outside.

When I returned to find Kumironi, I saw her slumped wearily in a chair in the high priest's lounge.

Oh……

Do level 6 healing spellcasters ever feel so exhausted after get off work that they question the meaning of life?

"Oh, little Lu Cang."

Kumiloni looked in his direction.

"Have you grasped the root cause?"

Lu Cang nodded: "Mm!"

"That's amazing! Should we change jobs now?"

"If Sister Kumiloni is tired, let's go for the walk tomorrow."

Kumironi leaned back in his chair: "Then let's do it tomorrow. I can get you checked out tonight, and the Hall of Advancement should be closed by now."

"Well, thankfully after today, I basically won't need to come here this year."

"I never want to proselytize again..."

Kumironi... Is this something a clergyman should say?

(End of this chapter)