After the internet was disconnected, I connected to the magic world.

When Colin's message came in, Lin Ze paused for a moment.

It would be a lie to say he wasn't tempted by 200 magic coins. But he didn't agree immediately.

When it comes to a real deal, empty talk won't do.

Who knows if the other party will turn their back on them after getting the item, and then spread the technique everywhere? In that case, he'll have nowhere to turn for help.

He typed back: "I can give you the things, but we have to set some rules."

You can only study the intermediate level chapters yourself; you cannot share them with others without permission.

Also, I must receive a copy of all research findings simultaneously.

Colin replied quickly: "Of course!"

We can sign a magic network contract, witnessed by the goddess. Anyone who breaches it will have their privileges revoked by the magic network and their soul will be devoured. No one dares to play tricks.

Magical Contract?

Lin Ze's heart skipped a beat.

This was the first time he had ever heard of this word.

He casually brought up the question that had been lingering for several days:

"Speaking of the Magic Network, I've always been puzzled."

Isn't it said that warriors can't reach the threshold of the Magic Network until they reach the Battle Saint Realm?

"You're a third-tier Battle Master, why are you spending all your time on the forums?"

He's been holding this question in for a long time.

According to common information on the forum, warriors have weak mental strength in the early stages and cannot connect to the magic network at all; low-level warriors cannot even enter the forum.

But it doesn't make sense that a Battle Master like Colin can not only post private messages but also research ancient combat techniques.

Colin paused for a few seconds, probably not expecting him to ask such a common-sense question.

After a while, he replied: "You come from a remote dimension, no wonder you don't know."

Ordinary soldiers obviously can't connect, but we have the Magic Network Connector Crystal.

"It's like an external mental adapter, embedded in the forehead or worn on the body, which can temporarily connect mental energy to the magic network."

You don't need to meet any specific requirements to browse forums, trade, and transfer files; all the basic functions are available.

"But that's all I can do."

I tried downloading spell models and casting spells via the magic network, but it still didn't work; my magic affinity wasn't high enough.

Moreover, this thing isn't cheap. The lowest-tier Tier 1 Connector Crystal costs 120 Magic Coins, which an average warrior might not be able to afford even after saving for a year.

"Usually only family members, high-ranking warriors, and researchers like us would spend money to buy them."

Even the lowest-ranking warriors and apprentices might not have seen one.

Lin Ze stared at the screen, a sudden realization dawning on him.

It turned out to be the case.

It's not that there's a bug in the design; there's a special item that fills in the gap.

Warriors with money and resources can gain early access to the magic network and obtain information.

Low-level soldiers with no money or connections can only train relentlessly, completely unaware of what the outside world is like.

Class differences are the same everywhere.

He felt a huge weight lifted off his shoulders, but at the same time, he became more cautious.

This connector crystal sounds like a good thing, but it can only be used with the magic network.

My world doesn't even have a magic network, so buying it would probably just turn it into a useless stone.

Besides, you can't exactly carry your desktop computer around everywhere. Once you leave this host that was hit by a meteor, who knows if it will even be able to connect again.

There's no need to touch it for now.

"Okay, let's sign the contract then," Lin Ze replied.

The next second, a pale gold contract scroll popped up in the center of the screen, engraved with fine purple runes.

The details are clear: Lin Jianfeng sold a mid-level fragment of the "Otherworldly Demon Scripture" for 200 magic coins from Colin.

Colin is not allowed to pass on the techniques to outsiders without permission, and all research results must be shared with Lin Jianfeng simultaneously.

Those who violate the rules will be punished by the Magic Network, stripped of their forum privileges, and suffer damage to their spirit.

"Just drop a drop of spiritual energy on it, and the Goddess of the Magic Network will witness it; it's absolutely fair," Colin explained.

Lin Ze steadied himself, then used a sliver of his mental energy to tap the screen.

A faint suction force came from the fingertips, and that wisp of spiritual energy entered the scroll.

The next second, the scroll lit up with golden light and automatically split into two parts, one going into his personal center and the other flying towards Colin.

The contract is now in effect.

Lin Ze didn't rush to unleash his cultivation technique.

He was cautious.

Of the twelve regular meridians, he only managed to compile eight, without mentioning the eight extraordinary meridians at all.

Only the three most basic acupoints on the brain were placed there; the core ones were all kept in hand.

It is intermediate level, but only "incomplete intermediate level".

It allows Colin to achieve research results, but it also prevents him from grasping the core concepts, leaving him forever to follow in Colin's footsteps.

After sending the file, 200 Magic Coins were instantly credited to my account.

Including the ones he sold in small quantities before, he now has more than 280 magic coins in his account.

"Oh right," Lin Ze remembered the important matter.

"I have a younger brother from a collateral branch who has just condensed his Dou Qi seed and wants to build a solid foundation quickly. What external body-refining tools are suitable for a beginner?"

Colin had just received the cultivation manual and was excited when he heard this, so he immediately threw a list at him.

"For beginners, the basic body-refining potion is fine. It costs 10 magic coins per bottle. Use it for bathing. Combined with the absorption of cultivation techniques, it will temper your body twice as fast."

Add some Ironspine Wolf essence blood, 8 magic coins per serving, and the effect will be even better when mixed into the potion.

The auxiliary herbs aren't expensive either; a few magic coins get you a whole bunch.

"If you lack access to these channels, I can help you purchase them. They are all merchants we regularly work with, and the prices are fair."

"No need, I'll just wander around by myself first," Lin Ze replied.

It's not that he doesn't believe Colin.

He wanted to test whether the items in this magic network could actually be delivered to his hands.

After hanging up his chat with Colin, Lin Ze spent a long time browsing the forum before finally finding the entrance in a corner.

It's called "Magic Network General Store," hidden below the Magic Network Government Affairs section; you won't see it unless you look carefully.

Clicking through leads to a huge online store interface, with clear categories: body-refining materials, spell materials, finished potions, adventure equipment, rare treasures... a dazzling array that can make your head spin.

Lin Ze first searched for "Magic Network Connection Crystal".

The products popped up, ranging from Tier 1 to Tier 5, with prices rising from 120 Magic Coins to tens of thousands.

The details page clearly states: It is only used for connecting to the magic network and cannot enhance spellcasting abilities; it must be used within the magic network coverage area.

"really."

Lin Ze stroked his chin.

It depends on the coverage area of ​​the magic network. Otherwise, buying it would be a waste of money in my magic-free world.

He closed the product page immediately, without giving it any more thought. Improving his strength was the most important thing right now; these material possessions weren't urgent.

He searched through the list Colin had given him, one item at a time.

Basic body-refining potion, priced at 10 magic coins per bottle, sells very well, with reviews saying "good enough for beginners" and "high cost-performance ratio".

Iron-spine Wolf Essence Blood, 8 Magic Coins per serving, labeled "Tier 1 Magic Beast Essence Blood, suitable for Body Refinement at the Apprentice/Master Realm".

There are also several auxiliary herbs, each costing only a few magic coins, which is very cheap.

The items are not expensive.

How can I get my hands on it?

Lin Ze stared at the purchase button, wondering to himself. Surely it couldn't be some kind of mental transmission, could it?

Those are all data; physical objects can't just appear out of thin air.

He recalled the gray vortex that popped up when he recharged his account before.

A thought struck me.

He picked the cheapest one, Blood Clotting Grass, which cost 1 magic coin per serving, and clicked the buy button.

One magic coin was deducted from my account.

The next second, a palm-sized gray vortex suddenly popped up in the center of the computer screen, slowly rotating, with a slightly stronger suction than the recharge vortex.

Before Lin Ze could react, a dark green herb covered in dew fell out of the vortex with a "plop" and landed right on the keyboard.

The leaves are thick, with small thorns along the edges, and still have some soil clinging to them, looking as fresh as if they had just been pulled from the ground.

Lin Ze froze completely.

He stared at the herbs on the keyboard, stunned for a full half minute.

Then he reached out and carefully picked up the grass.

It feels slightly cool to the touch and has a faint herbal, fishy smell. The dew on the leaves feels cool on your fingertips.

it is true.

It is a real, tangible object.

It wasn't a projection, it wasn't an illusion, it really fell out of the screen.

"Holy crap..."