Dark Eldar

Benjamin was deeply moved. The "dogma" he had learned in this other world gradually melted away, as he was touched by the ancient Gula, his understanding wife, and her sweet laughter. These things were like carvings in his heart, leaving a deep impression on him.

He seemed to suddenly remember someone? But he couldn't quite place who it was. A powerful force was trying to stop Benjamin from thinking about it; as if under some kind of spell, he drifted off to sleep.

The next day, Benjamin woke up. He knew perfectly well what had happened the night before and what tasks he had completed. However, he still didn't know who the person he was thinking about was. Was it even a man or a woman? Benjamin wasn't quite sure. (Note: Traditional magical education in this alternate world generally discourages boys from excessively longing for girls, fearing that apprentices would be blinded by "love" too early. The elders don't oppose romance, but they also don't advocate excessive "romantic sentimentality." For example, even the young and beautiful priestess Catherine is no exception. Countless men pursue her, including elven nobles and a self-proclaimed dwarven king, but Catherine remains unmoved. Loki discovered early on that by distancing oneself from this "alternate world," or by increasing one's wisdom and magical power—that is, by increasing one's abilities—one can gradually break free from its constraints. In this alternate world, elders who can steadily establish themselves and build families are probably all "masters," though there are certainly some "formalists" @ "AFK" (away from keyboard).)

Including Schopenhauer, the elders each had their own unique teaching philosophies. Elder Joseph's teacher, "Merlad IV," had long ago inscribed the "benefits of life" into the precepts. Phrases like "The Holy Light protects us!" and "May the God of Light guide me forever!" were common. They firmly believed that to become a powerful mage like the first Lei Yin, one must follow these principles! But no one knows whether Lei Yin was married or not. There are no rumors or records of the ancient elders' "private affairs." The mages were very secretive about their private lives and unwilling to disclose them. ("Showing affection")

"The soy milk is pretty good today! Better than it was three years ago! I remember the last time I had it was in Yundar!" Loki chatted leisurely at the table. He had slept well and received the "Full of Energy" reward. (Full of Energy: 400.672/865.950, 200% of normal experience gained from monsters)

"Oh, hello Archmage George (pseudonym), you have 18 uses left. Here is the list! Have a pleasant journey!" John, the owner of the Flash Hotel, said goodbye with a smile.

On the way, Benjamin didn't say much. Loki walked ahead. He saw that Benjamin seemed to have gained some insight, and he was gratified. After all, not every otherworldly mage has the opportunity for this kind of "solo experience." Loki had long been disgusted by the dogmatic leveling methods (claimed to be the fastest in the multiverse!). He had unintentionally broken the mold and obtained the artifact "Mold of the Creator"! He truly hoped that young Benjamin could also achieve something, and of course, forging another artifact wouldn't be out of the question—that would require perseverance! Unwavering courage!! Only Loki himself knew the truth about this (it was too painful!).

"Hey Ben, I see you've already taken on the 'Find the Marked' quest?" Loki asked as they rested under the tree.

"Yes, brother. I claimed it last night! I'm declaring! I claimed it myself (cautiously)! Hehe! I know you can't say, otherwise I wouldn't get the reward! You wouldn't? You wouldn't really go looking for it, would you? I heard that only one in 1 early settlers gets it, and there are no signs of it!" Benjamin fanned himself with his hat; he was sweating a little. (Due to the widespread use of transportation, magical drifting, flying cookies, and the trading of low-level mounts, the physical strength and stamina of otherworldly mages are not very strong! Although there is running exercise, it is only for novice apprentices. After becoming intermediate mages, the intensity of physical training courses will be greatly reduced; they will want "wisdom" more.)

That's how Elder Schopenhauer came to be. He was once a frail and sickly scholar, and he even used magic to strengthen his body. However, the backlash was too strong, so he eventually gave up.

"Jemin, about the 'Marked Ones'? You want to know more? That'll require a team effort to find them! I think I've encountered them before, but I didn't dare submit them rashly back then. These kinds of quests can't be repeated. This time, I'm going to search for the Marked Ones with you. Some of them are fleeting; after all, the lifespan of the First Men is incomparable to ours..."