Chapter 258: Guidance of Fate
Chapter 258: Guidance of Fate
The City of Death.
With the blessing of the Divine Follower of the God of Agriculture, the city flourished within just a few months.
Valentine's strength was not exceptional, but his farming techniques were extraordinary, capable of transforming barren fields into fertile acres.
When he performed divine spells, he could achieve miraculous feats, such as producing ten thousand pounds of crops in three days or a single peach bearing a thousand fruits in one day.
No, this was indeed a divine miracle.
This method of directly increasing agricultural productivity through divine power differed from witchcraft, and Abel couldn't learn it no matter how hard he tried.
With the enthusiastic promotion of the Divine Followers, more and more people flocked to the city from all directions.
The more followers there were, the stronger the power of the Divine Followers became.
Even Mei, who had been backstabbed, had recovered and received the favor of the deities once again.
In a few years, she might even be able to advance to a higher rank among the Divine Followers.
Meanwhile, on another front.
Lady Ladyway informed Karl that her research had made new progress.
"In another world, there is a concept of Three Disasters, Six Hardships, and Nine Tribulations, where people cultivate various arts to evade calamities."
"Coincidentally, I obtained a Triad Technique practiced by an ancient great witch, which allows me to use transformation techniques to avoid disasters."
Ladyway briefly introduced the cultivation method she had been practicing, saying, "The mark on your body can also be concealed using the methods within this technique, but I cannot teach you the Triad Technique."
Karl nodded, indicating his understanding.
Such fundamental cultivation methods that involve one's own foundation must not be taught to outsiders to avoid becoming a target.
"I can't teach the technique itself, but I can share some of the convenient methods within it." Ladyway handed him a thick book, saying, "All the teachable methods are inside."
"Additionally..."
"According to the cultivation method recorded in this book, I refined a Tier 3 Precious Orb I once obtained, and I estimate that the energy within can last for five to six days. Once it's depleted, I'll find a hidden place to recharge it."
Karl's eyes lit up.
Leaving the City of Death, Karl returned to the volcano, where his mansion was now located.
On the slopes of the volcano, there was an inconspicuous cave entrance. Following the passage inside, one would arrive at a grand hall.
The hall was constructed entirely from Flame Spirit Stones, imbued with terrifying fire elements. Unless one had a special material, they would be turned to ashes upon entering, even the hardest rocks would not be spared.
Beyond the hall, a familiar scene appeared.
A Wizard Tower stood tall on Tortuga Island, amidst scattered ruins.
Continuing forward, a misty hot spring came into view.
Karl walked into the spring, his body slowly sinking into the water, leading to a specially constructed meditation room.
Triad Technique!
Precious Orb!
Karl's eyes sparkled at the sight of the items before him.
"Ladyway's nature is cold and ruthless, selfish and self-serving. For her to be so generous to me, her goal must be significant!"
"To deal with one person..."
"Who could make her so willing to invest her capital?"
Shaking his head, these thoughts were for later. He focused on the two items he had acquired.
Annotations of the Three Platters
Flipping through the book, Karl's eyes widened.
"Bloodline Witchcraft?"
It was somewhat similar, but not entirely the same.
The Triad Technique was said to possess the ability to transform into a thousand different forms, but the core of these transformations was always one's own physical body.
In other words.
Even when transformed into a bird, it was not fragile, still possessing most of the abilities of the person who transformed.
This was different from witchcraft.
When a witch transforms into a stone golem, their physical attributes cease to exist, and their ability to cast spells becomes limited.
"Borrowing from others' strengths, although not entirely the same and without a fundamental method, it still provides valuable insights into bloodline cultivation."
Karl pondered, "Compared to the Bloodline Witchcraft I've acquired, the Triad Technique seems more advanced, even allowing direct transformations without the need for other creatures' essences or genetic blueprints. As one's cultivation level increases, the transformed forms can also become stronger, making it much more convenient than Bloodline Witchcraft."
"Another top-tier divine technique, but without a fundamental method."
Shaking his head, he flipped to the section on using transformation techniques to conceal one's aura and avoid disasters.
Compared to the previous brief mention, Ladyway provided detailed instructions on these aspects.
Several days later...
Karl held the Crystal Orb, his hands hovering as he silently performed the refinement ritual.
"Although Mewia possesses the Triad Technique, she's clearly not adept at refining external objects. I have experience in crafting Wizard Towers and inherited magical tools, so I can perform a secondary refinement on this item, enhancing its power."
Crystal Orb: Tier 3 Artifact.
Function: Conceals one's aura, allowing for stealth and a certain degree of acceleration and aperture abilities.
In theory...
Holding the Crystal Orb, Karl walked through the crowd, and not a single person noticed him.
He could even beat someone up without drawing attention.
This ability to erase one's existence clearly involved the power of rules, hence its classification as a Tier 3 Artifact.
However, while this ability was effective against ordinary people, it was challenging to conceal oneself from powerful beings with spiritual awareness.
"Hmm..."
Karl put away the Crystal Orb, deep in thought.
"Mewia's estimate might be a bit optimistic. If I truly want to conceal my aura, this item might only last for three to four days, and that's if I actively use the secret art."
"So what?"
"In a few days, I'll return to the Magic Forest for a few days and then come back. I probably won't be able to accomplish much."
Karl put away the item, looked up at the stone wall above, and his eyes became distant.
"Leave?"
He hadn't forgotten Aya's words before her death.
No gods!
Leave!
...
"Aya, even with the blessing of the Goddess of Fate, there's no need to leave your words half-spoken."
"Are the arrangements of fate always this vague?"
Karl sighed and rubbed his forehead.
In any world, the Goddess of Fate held a unique position, with an understanding of fate that even Archgods found difficult to comprehend.
Aya must have seen something in him, and her final words were not mere delirium.
They were meant to convey something, but it wasn't appropriate to speak directly.
"Hmm..."
"Leave?"
Karl's eyes flickered, and he flashed into the Divine Realm Fragment.
...
Magic Forest.
After a long absence, the fresh and vibrant life force of the forest invigorated Karl's very cells.
Without hesitation, Karl swiftly performed hand seals, casting a secret art upon himself.
"Seal!"
Instantly, his cultivation plummeted from High Stage Second Rank to Early First Rank, and his spirit became listless.
Then, he took out the Crystal Orb and wore it.
"Hmm..."
Karl exhaled a breath of turbid air and summoned the Magic Carpet, flying towards the Sixth Circle Tower.
Soon...
"Karl!"
Daniel, having received the news, stepped out of the Wizard Tower. Seeing Karl's listless spirit and prematurely white temples, a complex expression appeared in his eyes.
"It's been some years."
"Yes."
At this moment, Karl revealed his true self.
Not the Dream Market Master Conny, wanted across the entire Magic Forest, but a disciple of the Sixth Circle Tower.
Even if it was only in name.
Karl sighed and bowed, saying, "Wizard Daniel, I wish to meet Elder Volgan."
"Hmm..." Daniel didn't agree immediately but asked, "What do you need from him?"
"Yes." Karl thought for a moment and replied, "I want to borrow the Star Gate to return to the Eastern Kingdom Continent."
"Huh?"
Daniel was taken aback, "Return?"
The Eastern Kingdom Continent was a barren land for wizards, and going back meant a challenging path for wizardry advancement.
However, seeing Karl's current state, Daniel fell silent.
Yes!
Originally a disciple of the Sixth Circle Tower, Karl had offended the Green Family and became an outcast.
After so many years of staying away from the Tower's influence, one could guess how difficult his life had been.
So many years...
His cultivation had barely progressed.
"In these years, although the Green Family's matters have nothing to do with me, I did offend them in the past." Karl explained, "I heard that the next time the Star Gate opens, a Tier 3 expert from the Green Family will come. I fear he might..."
"Target me."
"Maybe, but in my current state, I have no future in the Magic Forest. It's better to return and retire."
Daniel understood and nodded gently.
(End of Chapter)
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