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Chapter 24: Sound Wave Oscillation (Prototype) - Farewell, Cui Xi
Chapter 24: Sound Wave Oscillation (Prototype) - Farewell, Cui Xi
Luo En dragged his battered body back to his room, finally finding brief relief from the searing pain and taut tension in his spirit. The Solar Corona Breathing Technique circulating inside him slowly mended fractured ribs and damaged organs, though this self-healing came at a cost - every breath felt like knives stabbing his chest.
Though he'd survived, the agony kept replaying the suffocating battle in his mind. Those semi-transparent sound rings had been nearly impossible to evade, each strike compounding his injuries. Without the physical enhancements granted by his Knight Attendant profession, he would've become a corpse long ago.
What troubled him most was Darend's mutation process - the flickering blue light from that grotesque brain, the unnatural energy fluctuations. This proved just how terrifying forbidden elixirs could be. "I must never let this happen to me", Luo En muttered, peeling off his bloodstained outer robe.
Examining his torso revealed dark purple bruises across his abdomen. Several ribs had visibly warped, sending sharp pain through his body with even the slightest movement.
【Solar Corona Breathing Technique - Self-Healing Effect Activated】
【Estimated Recovery Time: 6-8 hours】
Gritting his teeth, Luo En adjusted his breathing to channel energy toward his injuries according to the technique's principles. Warmth gradually spread through his body as damaged bones and tissues began repairing themselves. This self-healing ability was one of knighthood's defining traits - while slow, it offered invaluable independence in this perilous world.
While waiting for his body to recover, Luo En retrieved Darend's research notes. In this ruthless world where strength determined survival, no resource for power enhancement could be ignored. The notebook's first half contained mostly theoretical deductions and failed experiments, but the latter portion detailed the construction process of the "Sound Wave Oscillation" spell.
"Sound waves aren't merely physical phenomena", Luo En mentally recited key passages from the notes, "They're another manifestation of spiritual energy. By generating specific frequencies, one can create resonance within spiritual energy fields, producing powerful shockwaves."
Darend's research direction was indeed unique - attempting to combine musicians' talents with spiritual energy manipulation to create an entirely new spell concept. Though his experiments ended in failure, the theoretical foundations were remarkably solid.
【Sound Wave Oscillation (Prototype) - Experience Points +1】
【Current Progress: Sound Wave Oscillation (Prototype) 5/100】
Night fell as Luo En finally closed the notebook. After hours of study, he'd grasped Darend's vision - this wasn't merely an attack method, but a revolutionary approach to manipulating spiritual energy fields through sound wave frequencies. While incomplete, it already possessed practical value.
However, the notes also revealed Darend's downfall: insufficient spiritual energy stability and control had forced him to rely on banned elixirs, ultimately costing his life. "Tomorrow I'll start practicing. I remember the Herbal Medicine Shop has elixirs for enhancing spiritual energy stability..." Luo En murmured, carefully storing the notebook.
He knew the assessment deadline was drawing near. Though tonight's encounter had been dangerous, it brought unexpected gains. In Black Mist Jungle, opportunities and dangers always coexisted - success depended on seizing them wisely. Now more than ever, Luo En felt certain he could carve his own path in this world.
...
The morning mist still clung to Black Mist Jungle when Luo En stood before the Herbal Medicine Shop. He'd arrived unusually early - besides his regular duties, he needed to consult Madame Ellen about spiritual energy stabilizing elixirs.
The bronze wind chimes jingled crisply as the shop door opened soundlessly. "You're here early, little one", the old crone's voice emerged from the dim interior. "I suppose you have urgent questions for me?"
Familiar scents of various herbs greeted Luo En as he entered. His training had sharpened his ability to distinguish individual ingredients within the complex fragrances.
"Yes, madam", he respectfully bowed, "I'd like to inquire about spiritual energy stabilizing elixirs."
Madame Ellen's emerald-green eyes narrowed. "Hmm, ordinary candidates rarely deal with such advanced topics..."
"That's true", Luo En nodded, briefly recounting Darend's mutation incident the previous night. He deliberately omitted details of his own combat, claiming mere luck had kept him alive until the enforcers arrived.
Madame Ellen listened silently, her eyebrows furrowing slightly before she gave a brief nod. "Using music to refine sound wave spells? The boy had an interesting idea. Though he perished, his concept seems sound enough."
She turned to retrieve a small notebook from beneath the counter. "I have a Stardust Elixir recipe that enhances spiritual energy stability, making spell formations easier to maintain."
Luo En's eyes lit up. "Madam, do you have any ready-made supplies?"
"Not currently", Madame Ellen closed the notebook. "But I can teach you to make a simplified version. Its effects won't match true Stardust Elixir, but should suffice for beginners."
"Thank you so much, madam!" Luo En exclaimed.
"Don't thank me yet", the old crone waved dismissively. "I'll share the recipe, but you must gather materials yourself. Consider this a test of your potion brewing skills." She handed him a scroll. "Finish today's work first. I'll teach you the technique later. Now, go process the new shipment of Moonwort Root."
Luo En accepted the scroll with a respectful bow before starting his task. Handling Moonwort Root required meticulous precision - its medicinal properties concentrated in a small section where the root connected to the stem. He needed to carefully peel away protective layers to extract the essence.
【Herb Identification - Experience Points +1】
Midway through his work, the shop door opened again. A slender figure in deep gray robes entered - Luo En immediately recognized Cui Xi, the former village girl who'd arrived in Black Mist Jungle with them years ago.
She'd transformed completely from the frail farm girl they once knew. Her brown hair now fell in a neat silver-tied ponytail, her delicate features radiating quiet confidence. Most noticeably, the light blue gem badge on her chest marked her as a mid-tier apprentice.
"Good morning, Madame Ellen", Cui Xi greeted, her voice soft yet firm. "My master sent me to collect the herb order."
"Oh, it's you", Madame Ellen nodded. "Materials are ready - wait a moment."
As the crone turned to retrieve the order, Cui Xi's gaze swept the room, landing on Luo En. Their eyes met briefly before she slightly narrowed her eyes. "You're... Luo En?"
Surprised she remembered him, Luo En replied, "Yes, Cui Xi. It's been a while."
"Fancy meeting you here", her expression grew complex. "I heard you've been working here for some time?"
"A while, yes", he confirmed.
Before she could speak further, Madame Ellen returned with an elegantly packaged box. "Here's everything. Remember to tell Kelinnamage that amethyst grass supplies have become unstable lately."
Cui Xi accepted the package, casting one more glance at Luo En. "How much time remains until the final assessment?"
"Two months and three days", Luo En answered immediately - the countdown had been etched into his mind.
Nodding slightly, she said, "Then I wish you luck", before exiting the shop.
After the door closed, Madame Ellen raised an eyebrow. "You know Kelinnamage's apprentice?"
"Fellow villagers", Luo En explained briefly. "We arrived in Black Mist Jungle together months ago."
"I see", Madame Ellen nodded, though her gaze held quiet contemplation.
Morning passed quickly with herb processing. By midday, Madame Ellen finally began teaching. "True Stardust Elixir requires genuine Starlight Essence", she explained while preparing tools. "But that's far too rare for ordinary apprentices."
From a locked drawer, she produced a small vial of powder shimmering with faint silver light. "This is Moonlight Crystals - formed when full moonlight strikes specific crystals during the zenith night."
(End of Chapter)
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