My health recovery is incredibly fast.

Awakening two major categories of extraordinary abilities at the same time is indeed very exciting, but due to the randomness of awakening and the fact that each person only has one chance to awaken, no earth-shattering figures have yet emerged from this 1% of people.

Xia Zuo is more concerned about those whose physical activity has changed and who have awakened their bloodline.

The current number of awakened individuals associated with the kingdom is "1".

In other words, apart from Xia Zuo, no one else has awakened the bloodline power related to physical activity.

Also attracting Xia Zuo's attention were those who had awakened the ability to manipulate shadows; these individuals were known as Shadow Sorcerers.

Theoretically, they can communicate with the Dark Dimension through the shadows. If the Church of the Otherworld were to discover this, they would find it difficult to escape corruption and depravity.

For this reason, Shadow Sorcerers have become the most dangerous figures in the Starry Night Kingdom. Both remaining Shadow Sorcerers have been placed under house arrest by the Academy Head.

Xia Zuo raised his head and asked:

"Dim, what do you plan to do with these two shadow sorcerers? Wouldn't it be a bad idea to keep them locked up indefinitely? After all, there's nothing wrong with them; it's just that the Dark Chamber has been taken over by the Church of the Otherworld, which has made the energy for manipulating shadows dangerous."

“You’ve hit the nail on the head, Shazo.” Dim clapped his hands. “What do you think about extracting their bloodline power?”

"Drain their bloodline, then humanely destroy them to silence them forever?" Xia Zuo's lips twitched. "Come on, Dim. We are the Temple, not the Church of the Otherworldly Demons. We won't harm innocent people."

"Ha, I was just kidding." Dim waved his hand, his expression turning serious as he said:

"The head of the academy's idea is to open up a small shadow sub-plane in the Western Continent. In this way, there will be an additional barrier between the shadow mages of the Western Continent and the Dark Chamber. They can only connect with the small shadow sub-plane. If they try to break through the blockade of this plane and connect with the Dark Chamber, they will definitely be discovered by us."

“A good idea…” Xia Zuo nodded thoughtfully, “but the expenses… will be staggering.”

“Who says otherwise?” Dim shrugged. “Enough to build three or four more branch campuses.”

Xia Zuo asked, "What did the Temple say?"

"The Temple's reply was straightforward..." Dim coughed lightly, a strange smile appearing on his face, as if he were sighing over something. "The Temple wants to establish five sub-planes at once."

"5...5?!" Xia Zuo was stunned, and An Ru'er, who was next to him, also covered her mouth in surprise.

Dim nodded. "Yes, five. Fire, wind, earth, water, and shadow—five small sub-dimensions composed of a single energy. This greatly enhances all manipulators in the Western Continent. They can cast powerful spells without relying on elements."

Xia Zuo couldn't help but ponder the underlying intentions.

Warlocks and mages are different.

Warlocks can cast spells without needing to contain elements. They draw energy from the environment. For example, a fire mage lights a candle and manipulates the flame, while a water mage stands beside a pool and controls the flow of water.

This method of obtaining energy is unstable because their surrounding environment changes, and the scale of the spell is limited by the environment. For example, a candle can only provide a small flame, and the amount of water in the pool determines the size of the water ball that the water sorcerer can create.

The most stable and ideal way to obtain energy is to communicate with a sub-plane rich in the required energy, establish a connection with this plane, and extract energy from it.

The temple intends to construct a sub-plane composed of five single energies, which is equivalent to providing the sorcerers of the Western Continent with an abundant energy source.

For those who have never been exposed to magic, it may be difficult to understand how energy can be drawn from a sub-plane.

The principle is actually very simple, similar to the communication signal stations in the information age.

The temple created a storage space comparable in size to a city, and installed a single-energy generator inside to fill the entire space with energy, thus creating a sub-plane of single energy.

Subdimensional channels are like communication signal base stations. Within the signal coverage area, warlocks can receive subdimensional signals and draw energy from the subdimensional space, just like using a mobile phone to access the internet within the signal range of a communication base station.

Within the same region, only one type of dimensional signal can exist. After the Starry Night Kingdom completes the construction of the Shadow Sub-Dimensional Portal, this dimensional signal will cover the entire country, occupying all channels and completely squeezing out the Dark Chamber dimensional signal of the Church of the Otherworld.

The significance of the temple establishing a sub-plane portal in the Starry Night Kingdom goes beyond this.

Ok…

To use an imperfect analogy, these artificial sub-dimensions are like a leasing company. The leasing company's inventory is energy, provided by the Temple, and the company's operations are also run by the Temple. The warlocks of the Western Continent are the renters.

The condition for renting is loyalty to the Temple. The maximum number of items that can be rented is determined by the warlock's contribution to the Temple.

From this point on, the key factor determining how powerful a warlock is will no longer be the concentration of the warlock's bloodline.

As long as a warlock is loyal enough to the temple and makes sufficient contributions, he can obtain a large amount of subplane energy support to unleash high-powered spells with low bloodline concentration.

From a long-term perspective, the Temple's move to construct six sub-dimensions is of profound significance, as it can firmly control all manipulative awakened beings.

As for construction costs…

Xia Zuo doesn't need to worry about that; the wealthy and powerful Temple will take care of everything.

The only thing we need to find out is...

Where does the temple intend to place the passage to the sub-plane?

"Dim, where does the Temple intend to establish a sub-plane portal?" Shazo asked.

“This is what the head of the hospital wants to discuss with you,” Dim said.

"Discuss it with me?"

"Yes, and you. You may not realize it yet, but in the Western Continent, apart from the head of the academy and the two reclusive inner temple mages, you are the highest-ranking mage."

“Uh…it seems that’s really the case…” Xia Zuo scratched his head. “You and the professors didn’t build the tower. According to the ranking of the mages in the outer hall, I am indeed only one level below the head of the academy.”

Xia Zuo slapped his palm and asked, "Dim, do you plan to build a tower? To take another step forward and advance from a high-level mage to an archmage?"

“Hmm…I have that idea.” Dim took out another carrot and ate it. “But it’s too expensive. If carrots could produce offspring, maybe I could exchange them for some points. Right now, it’s far from that. The professors may have saved enough money, but they are too busy with their work and don’t have the extra energy to put into building the tower.”

Xia Zuo lowered his head and pondered, a plan forming in his mind.

His annual quota of 10 billion should find a good place to go.

Chapter 3 The New Starry Night City

Dim maneuvered the airship over the desolate wilderness. He took a magic array disc out of his pocket and inserted it into the slot on the control panel. The airship's speed immediately increased significantly.

Through the porthole, Xia Zuo saw the mountains, rivers, and villages below, a scene straight out of a medieval pastoral landscape.

The Temple's initial intention in designing the Starry Night Kingdom as a medieval realm was to develop a scientific system based on alchemy. This plan was forced to halt due to the emergence of bloodline power, and was replaced by a plan to rapidly cultivate Eternal Mages.

In this situation, is it still necessary for the Starry Night Kingdom to maintain its medieval style?

The area is sparsely populated, transportation is inconvenient, production efficiency is low, the number of newborns is small, and the number of students sent to Xingye Academy each year is also small.

Perhaps transforming the Starry Night Kingdom into a modern nation like the Silver Moon Federation would be a good option. Higher population density, more newborns, and a more efficient education system.

It doesn't necessarily have to be done that way... Xia Zuo shook his head slightly, suddenly realizing that he had been taking things for granted.

The high population density of the Silvermoon Federation is built on a complete city defense system. Each city has a garrison of at least 20 high-level mages.

However, in the Starry Night Kingdom, a city can be guarded by a maximum of 5 mages, and they are mainly formal mages.

To develop the population, we must first cultivate a sufficient number of high-level mages; this is a path of steady development.

First, establish the sub-plane and fully control the "top" talents of the Western Continent. Then, send them to guard the cities, gradually increasing the population density. Introduce new building schemes and transform cities that meet population standards as needed, providing more space to accommodate the population.

"Take it slow..." Xia Zuo sighed.

...

It was nearing evening.

A black shadow rose in the western sky. The Storm Mountains, silhouetted against the setting sun, stretched as a gigantic silhouette on the crimson horizon, overlooking the human cities at their foot.

The Starry Night Kingdom moved its capital here and built a twin city on the land on both sides of the Grand Canyon.

To the east of the canyon lies a vast plain, connecting the provinces of Sbriel and Rosac of the Starry Night Kingdom, suitable for grazing, trade, and cultivation. The Starry Night Kingdom built the outer city of Starry Night City here, making it a place for ordinary people to live and work.

To the west of the canyon lies a mountainous region connected to the Storm Mountains. The Starry Night Kingdom built the inner city of Starry Night City along the mountain slopes, and the terrain within the city gradually rises with the topography, making it a majestic city like a mountain peak.

At the heart of the inner city is Starry Night Academy, whose castle, perched halfway up Storm Mountain, is the tallest building in the city, silently observing the kingdom's land.

The main personnel in the inner city are mage servants, mage apprentices, alchemists, and researchers from the Eastern Continent.

They were given preferential treatment and a semi-permanent residence within the city. During the day, ordinary people from the outer city could enter the inner city. At night, those from the outer city who did not have an inner city guarantor had to leave the inner city, or they would receive free meals and a fine set of iron chains and handcuffs.

Dim piloted the airship, flying over the brightly lit commercial street below, past the bustling market, and up the mountainside before finally landing on a corner tower of Starry Night Castle.

Xia Zuo and the other two stepped off the airship.

"Do you need to rest a bit, Shazo?" Dim asked, turning to the side as he led the way.

“No need, Dim. Anru and I have [Stability Skin].” Xia Zuo declined. “Just take us to see the Dean. We can’t keep her waiting.”

"Alright, come with me."

Led by Tim, we walked on soft carpets, through elegantly decorated corridors, and up a spiral staircase to the top floor of the tower.

Xia Zuo's eyes flickered; the scene before him was exactly the same as when he left many years ago.

To the right is an open-air platform offering a panoramic view of the city, and to the left, from near to far, are the Grand Alchemy Chamber, Beatrice's Study, the Curious Alchemy Chamber, and several warehouses.

"It really hasn't changed at all..." Xia Zuo remarked.

"Hey, yes, the dean just moved the original castle over. Apart from the teaching area and dormitory area being expanded quite a bit, there are no other changes."

Dim took out two pendants and placed them in Xia Zuo and Anru'er's hands. "I have some things to attend to, so I'll be leaving now. Here are your room keys. You know how to use them, right?"

Xia Zuo looked at the patterns on the pendant. "We know how to use it, we won't forget. Dim, you can go now."

"Then I'll take my leave, you two." Dim waved and headed towards the stairwell.

Xia Zuo put away the pendant, and he and An Ru'er straightened their clothes before knocking on the door.

"Knock knock".

"Come in, Xia Zuo." A familiar voice came from behind the door.

Pushing open the door, a graceful and beautiful woman was setting the table with silver platters. Her soft, sun-kissed hair cascaded down her shoulders, and she spoke with a warm smile:

"Just a little longer, you've arrived a bit earlier than I expected."

"Teacher, it's been a long time." Xia Zuo bowed slightly.

Anruer, who was standing next to him, stepped forward and gave him a light hug. "Teacher, let me have the utensils."

Beatrice didn't refuse. She handed over the plate, cupped Anru's face in her hands, and affectionately rubbed it. "You're getting prettier and prettier, little girl."

Beatrice snapped her fingers lightly. Silver Sand flew out from behind the door carrying a variety of dishes: rich, fragrant tomato beef soup, tender pork chops, vibrant green vegetable salad, and a platter of bread and jam...

"Would you like some drinks? Juice and sparkling water?" Beatrice asked with a smile.

Xia Zuo and An Ru'er nodded.

“Your preferences are the same as before,” Beatrice chuckled, then had Silver Sand bring over drinks and invited the two to sit down.

The three sat around the dining table, chatting about Xia Zuo and An Ru'er's experiences after arriving in the Eastern Continent. The conversation gradually shifted to their permanent residence in the Western Continent, and the warm dinner quickly came to an end.