The Wizard of Truth: Starting with Analyzing All Things

The commotion caused by Tina quickly subsided, but the reputation of the Seventh Laboratory among the lower-level apprentices quietly spread. Especially for Rowe, although he still bore the title of "handyman," the reliance on Kyle Greyfeather and the curious glances cast by other laboratory apprentices who occasionally came to exchange materials showed that he was no longer the nameless nobody who could be bullied at will.

Luo Wei was happy to have some peace and quiet. He used the low-grade magic stone that Kyle had rewarded him with for cultivation, and combined it with an optimized meditation technique. His mental strength steadily advanced towards the peak of the **Elementary Apprentice** level. He could feel that he was not far from breaking through that barrier.

However, he didn't focus his main energy entirely on cultivation. Like a greedy sponge, he absorbed all the knowledge he could get his hands on. He had already "analyzed" the basic manuals in Kyle's cabinet, and he began to turn his attention to the strange and wonderful "waste" and "associated minerals" sent to the laboratory for processing.

These are scraps that the academy's official wizards and senior apprentices would disdain, or remnants of failed experiments. They often contain chaotic energy and unknown properties, making them both troublesome and dangerous to handle. But in Rowe's eyes, they are excellent "experimental samples."

**[Analysis Target: Unknown Metal Fragment (Remnant of Failed Enchantment)]**

**[Gains: Unstable energy loop structure (dangerous), basic alloy ratio (optimizable)...]**

**[Analysis Target: The Core of a Withered, Demonic Vine]**

**[Obtained: Residual vitality extraction solution, wood fiber reinforced structure...]**

**[Analysis Target: Turbid elemental sediment]**

**[Obtained: Multiple methods for separating low-purity elemental particles…]**

Every day, the database of the Book of Truth expands at an astonishing rate, and its deduction and optimization capabilities increase accordingly. Lo Wei even began to try to use this "waste" to conduct more daring "energy reconstruction" experiments.

He input the analytical information of different materials into the Book of Truth and issued the instruction: "Based on the existing database, deduce the optimal formula and preparation process for a stable and efficient energy synthesis compound."

As the pages turned, countless runes and data streams flashed, combined, and calculated wildly.

**[Driving in progress... Material types involved: 17, Energy compatibility simulation... Structural stability calculation...]**

**[WARNING: Computing power demand exceeds current load by 150%, simulation speed decreases by 70%, estimated completion time: 71 hours 33 minutes...]**

The enormous computational power consumption made Luo Wei feel slightly dizzy. He immediately stopped the deep simulation and switched to low-power mode. It seems that creating entirely new and efficient energy products is far more complex than simply optimizing existing processes; it places extremely high demands on the hardware itself.

"We need stronger mental strength and a more efficient energy source to support the full operation of the Book of Truth." Luo Wei rubbed his temples, gaining a clearer understanding of his current situation.

That afternoon, Kyle directed the skinny boy (Love later learned his name was Pip) to carry a dusty box from deep within the warehouse.

"Clean up the stuff inside. It's all old tools and junk that are about to be scrapped. See if there's anything usable. Throw away the rest," Kyle instructed. He himself was called in by the deacon's office to inquire about the details because of the excellent quality of the materials he submitted, and he had a smug look on his face.

Pip and the silent girl (named Lina) began laboriously cleaning the box. Inside were mostly rusted carving knives, fragments of broken crystal crucibles, and some unknown animal bones and ore fragments, all exuding a musty smell.

Luo Wei didn't pay much attention at first, but his [Low Power Environment Monitoring Mode] detected a faint, extremely subtle, yet unusually ancient and profound energy fluctuation coming from deep within the box.

A thought struck him, and he walked over.

"I'll help," Rowe said, reaching into the clutter to rummage through the items. Pip and Lina naturally had no objections.

Soon, his fingers touched a cold, rough, flat object. He pulled it out; it was a gray stone slab slightly larger than his palm, with irregular edges and a thick layer of grime and dried, dark-colored viscous substance covering its surface, making it almost unrecognizable. But the subtle energy fluctuations emanated from within this stone slab.

"Analysis target: Unknown stone tablet."

**[Analysis Target: Ancient Recording Container (Material: A mixture of anti-magic stone and stardust)]**

**[Surface covering: dried giant worm blood (inertized), decaying moss, dust...]**

**[A faint, unusually complex energy inscription was detected internally, indicating multiple layers of encryption and remnants of spiritual imprints…]**

**[Encryption Level: High (Suspected ancient wizarding encryption). Current computing power is insufficient to directly crack it; continued analysis or searching for the key is required.]**

**[Preliminary assessment: The information recorded on this stone tablet may relate to the 'essence of energy,' 'basic runic architecture,' or 'ancient alchemy.']**

Ancient Record-Keeping Mediums! The Essence of Energy! Fundamental Rune Structure!

Luo Wei's heart skipped a beat. This might be what he needed most right now! The knowledge taught in the academy was simplified, or even possibly abridged, while this stone tablet likely recorded ancient knowledge that was closer to the underlying rules of the world!

He suppressed his excitement and roughly wiped away the dirt on the surface of the stone slab, revealing more of the rough gray stone texture, which still looked unremarkable.

"This stone slab is interesting. I'd like to study its material," Rowe said to Pip and Lina, trying to keep his tone calm.

Pip nodded憨厚ly: "Oh, okay, Brother Rowe, take it if you like, it's all trash anyway."

Lina glanced up at Rowe, then at the stone slab, her eyes flickering, but ultimately said nothing, and lowered her head to continue cleaning up the other debris.

Lowe carefully put the stone slab away. He decided to wait until he returned to his dormitory that evening to attempt a more in-depth analysis.

However, just as he was about to turn his attention back to the energy synthesis deduction, the Book of Truth sent another message, but this time it was not about the stone tablet, but about the energy synthesis project that had been deduced at a low speed earlier.

**[Slow-speed simulation completion rate: 7.3%]**

**[Based on existing data, three simplified recipes for 'primary energy aggregates' have been optimized (not the optimal solution, but with low preparation difficulty and a high success rate):]**

**[Recipe 1 (Stability-Focused): Requires 3 parts Glowing Moss Essence, 1 part Ironthorn Powder (Refined), 0.5 parts Pure Dew (as a catalyst)... Estimated Energy Output: 0.1 Standard Magic Stones.]**

**[Recipe Two (Energy Intensity Focus): Requires 2 parts Spiked-Tooth Boar Tusk Core Powder, 1 part Trace Element Sediment (Fire Attribute)... Estimated Energy Output: 0.15 Standard Magic Stones, Low Stability.]**

**【Recipe 3 (Balanced): ...Estimated energy output: 0.12 standard magic stones.】**

Although it was just a simplified, non-optimal formula, and the derivation was far from perfect, it was undoubtedly a huge breakthrough! This meant that he could use these almost zero-cost "waste" and low-grade materials in the laboratory to stably produce an energy source comparable to one-tenth or even one-fifth of a low-grade magic stone!

Although the output per unit is small, the raw materials are virtually unlimited! As long as production scales up...

A clear blueprint unfolded in Luo Wei's mind. He could use the Seventh Laboratory as cover to secretly produce "primitive energy aggregates" under the guise of "waste disposal" or "experimenting with new material processing methods." This would not only satisfy his own growing cultivation needs but might even... accumulate a hidden fortune.

Of course, he needs to be more careful. Large-scale energy production is difficult to completely conceal; the pace must be controlled, and a plausible excuse must be found.

Just then, Kyle returned, his face beaming with barely suppressed joy.

"Good news!" Kyle lowered his voice and said to the three people in the laboratory, "The Deacon is very satisfied with the recent performance of our Seventh Laboratory! They believe we have made outstanding contributions in 'resource conservation and material purification.' They have decided to allocate that abandoned little storage room next door to us, and... next month's allocation of basic magic stones will be increased by half a stone!"

Pip and Lina both showed expressions of surprise and delight. Half a magic stone was already a considerable fortune for them.

Luo Wei understood that the increased resources were largely due to the changes he had brought about. He then suggested, "Senior Kyle, that storage room is perfect for storing and processing those difficult-to-handle hazardous wastes. I can try some new processing methods to see if we can turn waste into treasure."

"No problem!" Kyle now obeyed Rowe almost without question. "You're in charge of everything! Just tell me what tools or permissions you need."

Everything fell into place naturally.

Luo Wei touched the cold stone slab in his arms, then looked at the three energy aggregate recipes displayed in the Book of Truth.

The treasure trove of knowledge and the blueprint for resources are now in our hands.