Chapter 310: Monarchknights

Chapter 310: Monarchknights

"No... I must return immediately..."

Fulaidelike took a deep breath, forcing himself to regain rationality.

He quickly packed a few essential personal belongings before rushing toward the door.

In his haste, he even forgot to take his teaching materials from his silver servant Magic Automaton.

He just kept heading toward the eastern wing's teacher dormitory area, even using the Wind Element's quick movement spell.

Behind him, the silver Magic Automaton stood motionless, its crystal eyeballs flickering with confusion.

Mechanically scanning its surroundings, it confirmed its master had already left and silently began organizing the scattered teaching tools on the podium.

A rune pen, mana conduction stones, and demonstration-grade half-finished enchantment artifacts...

Each item was meticulously sorted and categorized.

As a public Magic Automaton of the Crystal Spire, it had long grown accustomed to sudden situations—including occasional lapses in composure from faculty members.

"Teacher's personal belongings organized. Preparation for delivery service complete."

The Magic Automaton emitted its monotonous mechanical voice while etching a record into its internal ledger:

"Fredric Levin, Lecturer, East Wing Faculty Dormitory Room B-47. Delivery fee: 3 Mana Shard Fragments."

Meanwhile, Fulaidelike had already returned to his quarters.

"There must be something... something that genius would need..."

Muttering to himself, he frantically rummaged through his lifelong collection.

Though modest by Enchanter standards, his treasures held unique value—ancient rune archival records, rare enchantment material formulas, and even several enchantment artifacts he'd personally crafted.

But for someone like Luo En, these would likely seem mundane.

"No, all this is too foundational..."

Fulaidelike anxiously tugged at his silver hair, sweat beading on his brow.

The lingering resonance of that Boon's impact still echoed within him—its pure mana sharpening his thoughts to crystalline clarity.

This very clarity made him grasp the preciousness of this opportunity.

"What do I have that he would value?"

Fulaidelike scratched his head in frustration, feeling like a merchant desperate to reach nobility without an invitation.

Suddenly, a name surfaced in his mind—Eliot Wand'er.

This young mage from the Storm Clan not only had direct contact with Luo En but possessed the rare innate talent "Whispering Wind"—an information perception ability.

If anyone could uncover Luo En's specific needs, it would be him.

Fulaidelike strode quickly toward the Communication Crystal, initiating contact with his distant nephew.

As the crystal glowed, Eliot's handsome face materialized in the projection. His unusually large ears gleamed faintly in the light.

"Uncle Fulaidelike? Contacting me this late—any emergencies?"

Eliot asked, his blue eyes sparkling with curiosity.

"Eliot, I need your help", Fulaidelike cut straight to the point without pleasantries. "Regarding Luo En Lalf, I must learn more about his personal circumstances."

At the name, Eliot's expression turned serious. He subtly rotated his head, his large ears twitching faintly—sensing some subtle information.

"Luo En Lalf..."

Eliot repeated the familiar name, curiosity rising. "Why has he suddenly drawn your interest? That's unlike you."

"I have reason to believe he holds deep interest in Enchantment", Fulaidelike replied with unusual intensity. "Establishing an academic connection... would be invaluable to me."

Eliot understood.

He naturally grasped what such a Treasure-Grade student's support could mean during the upcoming School reforms.

"I see", he nodded, his ears twitching again. "According to information I've perceived through 'Whispering Wind,' Luo En Lalf truly is an academic prodigy. Beyond his known expertise in Alchemy and Bloodline Formulation, he appears deeply knowledgeable about Knights cultivation as well."

"Knights? You're certain?"

Fulaidelike's eyes lit up, this information sparking opportunity.

"Absolutely certain."

Eliot elaborated:

"During the Bloodline Altar's trial, I witnessed his astonishing physical combat capabilities. From my observations, he seems to master a unique breathing technique that significantly enhances bodily strength."

He paused, awe flashing in his eyes.

"This is extremely rare among Full Mages—most focus solely on spiritual energy cultivation, rarely investing such effort into physical enhancement."

Hearing this, Fulaidelike's heart raced.

He recalled the treasures in his collection room—enchantment blueprints for weapons and armor, and special runes for physical body strengthening.

"Eliot, I owe you a great debt", Fulaidelike said sincerely, his eyes shining with excitement. "These insights are priceless to me."

"Family needn't be so formal", Eliot smiled, waving a hand. "But I must warn—young though he is, that Lalf Mage is said to be exceptionally shrewd. Building friendly relations will require truly valuable offerings."

After ending the call, Fulaidelike immediately rushed to his private collection chamber.

"Weapon and armor enchantments... physical body strengthening runes..."

Murmuring, he carefully opened a hidden compartment.

Inside stood several ancient boxes, each exuding faint mana fluctuations.

The first contained a handwritten copy of The Complete Encyclopedia of War Rune Enchantments—detailing how to activate runes on weapons and armor to enhance physical attacks.

The second held yellowed parchment sheets mapping complex meridians—the research notes on physical body strengthening runes. These could temporarily boost physical strength through specific rune combinations.

"And this..."

Fulaidelike retrieved a third box, revealing a fist-sized dark red Crystal Stone.

"Blood Vein Stone"—a special material that resonated with a user's blood, key for crafting advanced physical body strengthening runes.

"These should suffice."

Satisfied surveying his collection, his anxiety finally eased.

While these items held limited value to pure Mages, they'd be invaluable treasures for someone pursuing both Mage and Knight paths.

"Once his classes end in a few days..."

Fulaidelike began planning his visit's details.

Timing, wording, presentation of gifts—every detail required meticulous consideration.

This might be the most critical opportunity in his professional career. No room for error.

Meanwhile, Luo En sat alone in his private study chamber, feeling the intense transformation within his knowledge structure.

That moment of breakthrough felt like someone who'd long wandered in darkness suddenly opening a door—clarity flooding his world.

[Rune Study (Entry-Level) Experience Points +1]

[Breakthrough! Rune Study (Entry-Level 50/50) → Rune Study (Proficient 1/100)]

[Acquired Additional Trait "Awakened Spirit"]

[Awakened Spirit: Enhanced efficiency in designing and improving rune arrays]

This breakthrough's euphoria was overwhelming—Luo En felt his entire cognitive structure subtly reorganizing.

Previously obscure rune theories now gleamed like transparent crystals.

Each rune's mana flow direction, every line's deeper meaning, became painfully clear.

"No wonder Enchantment surpasses Alchemy and Bloodline Formulation..."

Luo En murmured, recalling his arduous learning process.

Rune Study's complexity exceeded expectations—not only requiring profound mana conduction theory understanding, but demanding exceptional spatial imagination and logical reasoning.

Each rune was a precise mana network—minor errors collapsing entire systems.

Interactions between runes created transformational complexity, requiring endless combination and conflict analysis.

Over past months, he'd spent hours daily studying rune archives, practicing foundational runes, and dissecting various rune system designs.

Countless failures and setbacks, countless sleepless nights of relentless study—finally, today had brought a breakthrough.

"But going through such a grueling process only made the rewards after this breakthrough feel even more satisfying..."

Luo En savored the newly acquired "Awaken Spirit" trait.

This ability allowed him to grasp the fundamental mechanics of any rune, no longer mechanically copying them, but truly comprehending the core principles behind rune design.

He could feel that while the Profession Interface provided various learning boosts, the entire process of study and research had been something he completed step by step himself.

Every mastered knowledge point, every skill breakthrough, had been the result of immense time and effort.

"This tangible sense of growth shows me that my current achievements aren't artificial enhancements—they're real accumulations."

He checked the experience progress for "Enchantment Art":

[Current Progress: Enchantment Art (Entry-Level 46/50)]

Just a few points left before the breakthrough. At that point, he could officially class advancement to "Enchanter", opening a brand-new developmental path.

And the Trinity Convergence—perfect fusion of Alchemy, Alchemy, and Enchantment—would soon be within reach.

Thinking of this, Luo En couldn't help but smile with satisfaction.

...

On the other side of the lab, a new family member silently observed the scene.

"Ink"—the autophagic slime mold cultivated by Luo En's own hands—curled within a specially designed crystal container.

Its appearance resembled a mass of deep black gelatinous substance, with dense silver patterns covering its surface, emitting faint energy fluctuations.

Though seemingly tranquil, Ink's internal structure was incredibly complex, possessing powerful bloodline analysis, mana transformation, and morphological plasticity capabilities.

"Stable condition, all vital signs within normal range."

Luo En observed Ink's life indicators with satisfaction. The meticulous stewardship of recent days had not been in vain.

This lifeform he created with his own hands had fully adapted to its new existence form, displaying intelligence levels exceeding expectations.

"Now, we can proceed with more complex bloodline formulation experiments."

His gaze shifted toward the special crystal pool deep within the room—Daire's dwelling.

Little Siren's recent condition had caused concern among everyone.

Since the previous scale-itching incident, she had entered an unusual semi-dormant state.

She spent most days curled deep in the pool, only occasionally surfacing for air.

"Master, Daire's vital signs remain stable."

Ai Lan's voice came from beside him, her emerald vines gently brushing the pool's surface:

"I can also sense her internal mana continuously strengthening. This should be a normal growth metamorphosis."

Luo En nodded, activating his "Transcendent Perception" skill to observe Daire's condition.

Through his special vision, he saw the Little Siren's body undergoing profound reorganization.

The juvenile features were gradually disappearing, being replaced by a more mature and powerful lifeform.

"She's transitioning from childhood to adolescence—this is an important developmental stage for Sea Demon kin."

Luo En analyzed:

"During this process, her bloodline will fully activate.

But this metamorphosis requires completion through dormancy. Forcefully interrupting it would cause irreversible damage."

He recalled related records from archival documents.

Sea Demon kin's growth pattern differed drastically from humans. During specific periods, they would enter a "metamorphosis sleep", reorganizing their bodily structures to achieve a leap in lifeform tiers.

This process could last weeks or even months, during which they must not suffer any external disturbances.

"However, since her condition is stable, this presents an excellent opportunity for bloodline optimization."

Luo En retrieved an exquisite crystal bottle containing bloodline essence extracted from a harpy.

These materials had been stored in his laboratory for months. Even after special treatment, the ancient Siren bloodline factors within maintained vitality.

"Though harpies are degenerate Siren descendants, their bloodline still retains residual affinity for the Wind Element."

He carefully analyzed the materials in hand:

"If we can integrate this trait into Daire's bloodline, she could simultaneously master both Water and Wind Element capabilities."

Such bloodline fusion was extremely complex, requiring precise calculation of different bloodline factors' compatibility.

Any minor deviation could cause bloodline conflict.

But with "Ink" as the perfect auxiliary tool, the success rate would drastically increase.

"Initiate bloodline formulation experiment."

Luo En activated the laboratory's protective measures, cautiously retrieving Ink from its container.

The slime mold immediately perceived its master's intent, its body transforming into a semi-transparent operational platform.

The following process required extreme precision.

First, Luo En collected a small blood sample from Daire, using Ink's analytical capabilities to deconstruct her bloodline structure.

Little Siren's bloodline purity was exceptionally high, containing almost no impurities—providing an ideal foundational base for subsequent fusion.

Next, he processed the harpy's bloodline essence.

These essences contained numerous negative factors—violence, chaos, degeneration, etc.—all needing complete removal, retaining only the pure Wind Element affinity.

Ink demonstrated astonishing separation ability, functioning like a precise filter to remove harmful components one by one.

The entire process lasted three hours. During this time, Luo En continuously adjusted various parameters to ensure the bloodline factors' vitality wouldn't diminish from excessive processing.

When the final drop of pure Wind Element bloodline essence separated, the air in the laboratory seemed fresher.

"Next comes the critical fusion phase."

Taking a deep breath, Luo En carefully injected the processed bloodline essence into Daire's pool.

The lavender liquid slowly diffused through the water, forming beautiful spiral patterns.

Daire seemed to perceive this transformation, gently swaying her tail in sleep as her silver scales emitted faint luminescence.

As the bloodline essence penetrated, faint cyan patterns surfaced across her body.

This was the mark of Wind Element affinity awakening.

"It's progressing smoothly."

Ai Lan observed beside him, her voice carrying satisfaction:

"Her energy fluctuations have become more harmonious. The Water and Wind Element powers are achieving perfect fusion."

Luo En nodded but remained highly vigilant.

The success or failure of bloodline formulation often wouldn't be confirmed until the final moment.

Any slight rejection could undo everything.

Fortunately, Daire's adaptation capability exceeded expectations.

After several hours of observation, all her vital signs remained stably within normal ranges, with new bloodline traits gradually fusing with the original structure.

"Success."

Luo En exhaled in relief.

"Once she completes metamorphosis and awakens, she should master sufficient Wind Element manipulation abilities."

He recorded all experimental data with satisfaction, marveling at Ink's bloodline analysis capabilities.

With this perfect assistant, his bloodline formulation research would reach entirely new heights.

...

The bloodline formulation's success made Luo En recall another issue he currently faced—further development of the Chimera bloodline.

As cultivation of the "Solar Corona Breathing Technique" deepened, the Gold-Ring-ranked quasi-dragon bloodline "Crimson Blood Sky Dragon" had already begun feeling inadequate.

For the final cultivation stage of the breathing technique, he required a higher-level bloodline foundation.

"Monarch Knights..."

(End of Chapter)

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