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Alchemy, originating from ancient sorcery, initially aimed to transform non-metals into precious metals through special means. As time passed, alchemy rapidly evolved, incorporating many new elements and gradually perfecting its system, giving rise to numerous secret arts that defy common logic.
For instance, various herbal plants or the blood and fur of beasts can be refined into potions with different effects, or powerful Amplification Equipment can be crafted from the scales and claws of magical beasts. Furthermore, ancient scholars have developed formations that suggest alchemy is all-powerful, capable of utilizing anything, akin to a creative force.
"The art of alchemy is vast and profound, having been passed down through countless ages. Its schools are diverse and competitive. My focus is on potions, and I am known as an Alchemist. Of course, I primarily dedicate my efforts to potion research. My expertise in alchemical potions has reached a master level. As for other branches of alchemy, I have dabbled in them but have not mastered them; thus, my knowledge in those areas has not yet reached the level of a master."
Van Lao shook his head, a hint of pride evident on his face. Without even mentioning his own strength, the title of Alchemist Master alone gave him reason to be proud. Wherever he went, he could become a guest of honor among the Major Forces, treated with fine tea and exquisite wine.
"Here, drink this in front of me. This time I will observe the changes in your body closely with my spiritual sense." After a while, Van Lao produced a bottle of green potion and handed it to Bu.
Bu did not hesitate and took the green potion, drinking it down decisively.
Van Lao's gaze sharpened as his spiritual sense enveloped Bu's entire body, penetrating inside for a thorough examination.
The familiar excruciating pain struck again. This time Bu was prepared; despite his contorted expression and trembling body, he did not let out a single scream. The muffled groans held back in his throat and beads of sweat oozing from his skin seemed to testify to his suffering.
"Effective," Van Lao whispered, narrowing his eyes as he focused more intently.
Bu's forehead throbbed with veins bulging as he gritted his teeth. After the potion entered his system, it transformed into currents that coursed throughout his body. He felt his cells and muscles gradually becoming more active, his nerves sharpening. Amidst the pain, some currents even surged into his marrow, causing his joints to crackle as if they were being enhanced.
"It feels similar to before but also somewhat different. I can sense an improvement in my physical condition. Could it be that this potion truly enhances physical strength? Why didn't I experience this effect last time?"
Bu clenched his fists tightly, enduring the pain while trying to think calmly. He wanted to concentrate and access the Personal Attribute Interface to check his current status, but the intense pain made it impossible for him to focus.
Before long, as his physical body slowly strengthened, the excruciating pain began to recede like a tide, indicating that the potion's effects were gradually dissipating within him.
"Ha!" He exhaled deeply and wiped the sweat from his forehead, forcing a smile at Van Lao.
"You are quite extraordinary! Such a potent potion didn’t burden your body at all after consumption. I just checked with my spiritual sense and found that your damaged meridians and muscles are recovering rapidly. This recovery speed rivals that of a High-Level Warrior! Could it be that you possess a special constitution?"
Van Lao's eyes brightened as he looked at Bu with surprise and curiosity; internally he was still uncertain.
"I'm not really sure about that," Bu chuckled lightly to prevent Van Lao from probing further. He quickly closed his eyes to concentrate on accessing the Personal Attribute Interface.
"Character: Vampire: Dark Faction
Strength: 61 (0+1) Agility: 65 (9+6) Constitution: 64 (7+7) Spirit: 16 Energy: 55/55
Occupation: None Faith: None Level: Level Experience Points: 180/8000 Physical Condition: Normal 99%"
After a while, Bu opened his eyes, sparkling with vitality and wearing a faint smile of satisfaction. However, he soon recalled something and looked at Van Lao with confusion. "This time, my physical strength has indeed improved, but why did the previous potion not have any effect? Could it be that the two potions are different? Old Guy, did you perhaps make a mistake with the ingredients for that potion?"
Bu noticed that after drinking this potion, his physical attributes had indeed increased. Aside from the properties of the Destruction Set and Amplification, his strength had risen slightly, his Agility had increased a bit, and his Constitution had gone up by 4 points. Although this increase was not significant and not as exaggerated as Van Lao's claim of a direct upgrade, it was indeed an improvement that surprised Bu.
"However, compared to the enhancement in physical attributes, I still prefer the awakening of my Racial Gift. I wonder what state the next awakening will be in—perhaps Marquis Bloodline Transformation?" Bu murmured to himself, eagerly anticipating the future developments of his Racial Gift.
"I am also somewhat puzzled by this; perhaps the two potions really are different," Van Lao said with a slight frown, feeling equally perplexed. Even if there was an error, he was reluctant to admit it because such a basic mistake occurring with him, an Alchemist Master, would be utterly humiliating.
"Alright, since it has been proven that the potion's efficacy is indeed correct, let's not dwell on it any longer. I have some alchemical insights here for you to take back and study carefully. Also, this is a Transmitter; you can use it by infusing a bit of Mental Power into it to contact me directly. If there's anything urgent, I will also summon you through the Transmitter. You may leave now."
Van Lao clearly did not want Bu to press further; he felt embarrassed and awkward about the situation and was too lazy to care whether Bu truly possessed a special constitution or not. He simply issued an eviction order.
"Transmitter?" Bu's interest was piqued as he accepted several items handed over by Van Lao. A few leather-bound books containing alchemical insights were stored in his Storage Bracelet, while he examined a gray device shaped like a horn in his hand.
"This is an intermediate Transmitter; its communication range is three hundred miles. Transmitters usually come in pairs or sets as parent-child devices. This one is the child Transmitter; the parent one is with me."
"Are there more of these Transmitters? Can you give me a few pairs?" Bu's heart raced upon understanding the function of the Transmitter. "Damn it, isn't this just like those fancy communication devices? I'm about to establish my own faction! If I had more of these things and gave one to Reynold and the others, it would make communication so much easier."
Upon hearing that Bu wanted more, Van Lao immediately straightened his face and shook his head. "Although I can craft these Transmitters, the materials used for their production are quite precious. A pair of these Transmitters could sell for hundreds of thousands of Silver Kall at an auction; I can't give you any more."
Bu felt somewhat disappointed and uncomfortable but understood that although Van Lao valued him, it was limited to his role as a test subject and wouldn't go too far beyond that.
"Forget it; seeing your expression tells me you're cursing me in your heart again. Since I happen to have another pair of Transmitters available, I'll lend them to you this time—but remember, this is a loan!" Van Lao rolled his eyes and casually tossed another pair of Transmitters to Bu.
"Ah?" Bu's face lit up with joy; after pausing for a moment, he quickly caught the Transmitters and stored them in his Storage Bracelet as if worried Van Lao might change his mind.
"Van Lao has always been generous; he gave me a Supreme Beast egg on our first meeting and now freely provides me with potions and lends me Transmitters. If I dare to curse you again, that would truly be ungrateful." Bu piled on compliments with a smile.
"Enough already; just get lost! I have things to attend to." Van Lao was already tired of such flattery and waved his hand impatiently.
"Actually, there's one more thing I want to ask you about, Van Lao." Bu's expression turned shy; this time he genuinely felt a bit embarrassed.
"Hmm?" Van Lao frowned slightly, clearly displeased and feeling that Bu was trying to take advantage of him.
"Really, I can only ask you for help with this matter, Van Lao. I have a few friends who want to enter the Outer Gate; their abilities are not weak, but their Amplification Equipment varies in quality. I would like to borrow some Amplification Equipment for them. As long as they get through the Outer Gate assessment, I will return the equipment immediately." Step spoke rapidly, finishing in one breath and looking at Van Lao with anticipation.
"I can agree to this, but I can't lend it to you for free. You need to pay a bit of interest. How many sets of Amplification Equipment do you want to borrow, and what level are they?" Van Lao pondered for a moment, his frown gradually easing.
"Interest too?" Step looked distressed and murmured softly, but when he saw Van Lao becoming displeased again, he quickly agreed, "I have four friends, so let's borrow four sets of Excellence Level Amplification Gear. How should the interest be calculated?"
"Ten Honor Points," Van Lao snorted and glanced at Step.
A few minutes later, Step left Van Lao's residence with a smug expression, humming a tune as he walked down the mountain path, feeling happier than ever.
"Now it's time to officially establish my own force. Then, when Kalandor and the others officially enter the Outer Gate, my force's development will start from the Holy Light Academy's Outer Gate. With over twenty thousand Outer Gate Students, that's a wealth of resources," Step smiled as he looked northward.
There lies the Alliance Pavilion of the Holy Light Academy. If students within the academy wish to form a force, they can apply at the Alliance Pavilion. Once approved through the review process and deemed qualified, they will receive support and recognition from the academy, just like the top force that Golan personally established.
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