From Alchemy Apprentice to All-Powerful God King

Greck was even more shocked after examining the demonic insect.

Not only is the quality excellent, but the appearance is also top-notch, completely comparable to those second-tier mages with one or two decades of experience in alchemy guilds.

"No...it's nothing, please continue."

Matthew thought he was worried that the quality wasn't up to standard because he felt he was cooking too fast.

"If you don't trust me, you can have anyone test it. No demonic insect that comes out of my hands is a bad one."

He was still very confident about the demonic insects.

Seeing this, Greck didn't say anything more. He was just curious about Greck's refining method, but since it was someone else's secret, he didn't ask any more questions to avoid causing any misunderstandings.

In this way, Matthew effectively stayed at the Chamber of Commerce for more than twenty days.

During this time, Luca also tried to refine it, but his magic power was insufficient to support the transfer between the second-tier magic insect and the magic crystal.

It is either deformed or incomplete.

After experiencing numerous failures, he wanted Matthew to forge a second-tier magical insect for him, so that he could directly become a second-tier ability user.

But Matthew advised him that he must first increase his own magic power to the point where he could control the second-tier magical insect before refining it.

He was also told the method of stimulating the magic insects to increase their magic power.

From then on, Luca felt like he had discovered a new continent; he had never imagined that he could increase his magic power in this way.

Since he became a first-tier ability user, his daily magic power growth rate has been like constipation; even with all his strength, it only increases a little bit each day.

However, now that he has Matthew's method, he has made rapid progress.

Twenty days later, Matthew successfully delivered the demonic insects, but to avoid suspicion, he secretly kept a few for himself.

Otherwise, a 100% success rate would be too frightening and would easily attract the attention of those with ulterior motives, especially since the city of Moore is now a mixed bag.

You could run into an ordinary-looking person on the street, and they might just be from the Empire.

"Thirteen second-tier magical insects, Matthew, you are the most powerful mage I have ever seen."

Upon hearing the news, Grace immediately took the magic crystal to Matthew and praised him without reservation.

Luca, standing to the side, was making faces, mimicking Grace's expressions.

"What are you doing?"

But the next moment, Grek, who had arrived, looked at Luca, who was acting like he was having a seizure, and asked him in confusion.

"Ah... haha, it's nothing. Sitting and doing facial exercises can help with alchemical thinking."

Luca was immediately embarrassed, then explained in a serious tone, and Grek nodded in agreement, believing him.

After delivering all the demonic insects, Matthew received a total of 150,000 magic crystals, which was 20,000 more than previously agreed upon.

Seeing Grace wink at him, he knew without a doubt that it was her who had done it.

Matthew didn't mince words; he simply put the money in his pocket without making a fuss.

But just as they were about to leave, Greck called out to Matthew again.

"Well, if you don't mind, you can stay at the Chamber of Commerce. Anyway, you'll be selling swarm bugs, and there are more people here."

Greck's intention was clear: he wanted to keep them.

Of course, this was probably Gleason's idea. Although he never showed up, the whole thing was probably his idea.

However, Matthew did not have this idea.

Before the Alchemy Guild of the Empire distributed the recipes to various regions, he had no competitors, and it didn't really matter where he sold it.

"No need. This collaboration was very pleasant. If there's another opportunity like this, just come find me."

Matthew did not reject the idea outright, leaving room for future cooperation.

Greck didn't know what to say, after all, the two sides had had a previous unpleasant encounter, and it could be said that both sides were on the verge of killing each other.

The fact that people can do business amicably now shows that they are all smart people, and there is still room for negotiation. There is no need to force them to stay.

After not appearing for half a month, Matthew's swarm of worms was in short supply, and people came to inquire about them every day at the gambling den outside the alchemy arena.

As soon as he stepped into the alchemy arena, those with abilities around him saw him and shouted out.

Before long, the gambling den was surrounded by layers of people.

They were all people who came to buy the ability to kill insects in groups.

Once you've used it once, you'll find that it's really cheap and easy to use.

Russell also arrived just in time, a rare occurrence, and upon seeing Matthew, he seemed to have become even stronger.

Whether it's their aura or the magic they exude intentionally or unintentionally.

All of this made him, a third-tier ability user, feel a sense of pressure.

Even if he forcibly refined the third-tier demonic insects, the suppression of magic power was still a real problem.

Immediately, my awe of Matthew deepened.

"My lord, these past twenty days have been a real worry for me. More and more people are coming to our alchemy arena, but they're all waiting for you. Fewer people are placing bets."

Russell, grinning, walked over to Matthew and fanned him.

He wasn't stupid. Recently, there had been rumors that Matthew had crafted a lot of second-tier magical insects for the Chamber of Commerce, which made him feel threatened.

Having finally managed to meet Matthew, she naturally had to shower him with attention.

He then took out 20% of the gambling den's monthly profits and handed it over.

"What do you mean?"

Matthew looked at the magic ring, which had a full five thousand gold coins, and couldn't help but wonder why he hadn't done anything yet.

"This is a gift for you. If you don't accept it, I won't leave!"

When Matthew heard it was a gift, he hesitated at first, but when he heard it was only 20%, he accepted it without hesitation.

Five thousand gold coins, which is equivalent to fifty thousand magic crystals, might as well take it.

After putting away the One Ring, Matthew began alchemy. The market for swarm bugs was booming, and he wanted to seize the time to maximize his profits.

Matthew brought out two alchemy platforms and simultaneously began crafting swarms of exploding insects with both hands.

Russell, who was watching this scene from the side, was dumbfounded.

Operating two alchemy platforms simultaneously? This is completely beyond the comprehension of ordinary people.

Even a veteran mage wouldn't dare to alchemize so arrogantly, right?

"What? You don't trust my skills?"

Seeing Russell's surprised expression, Matthew wasn't too surprised. After all, Luca had the same expression when he saw him refining the magical insects like this at the Chamber of Commerce a few days ago.

Now, his control over magic has become increasingly proficient, and he can even refine three alchemy platforms.

"No, no, Your Excellency's talent is extraordinary, far beyond what ordinary ability users can compare to. I was simply amazed."

Russell realized what was happening and immediately started flattering her, then left the secret room amidst the compliments.

Only after confirming that no one was outside the secret room did Matthew stop alchemy and summon the Gray Mist Alchemy Platform from Another World.

He then took out several demonic insects and materials.

After confirming the recipe in his mind, he began to try refining the third-order magical insect.