Chapter 337: perfectbloodline

Chapter 337: perfectbloodline

Her gaze flickered between Luo En and Eve, as if observing something imperceptible to ordinary senses:

“Continue your discussion. I’m curious what knowledge you’ll impart to Eve.”

Faced with this, Luo En swiftly adjusted his approach.

With Cassandra present, he decided to pivot toward theoretical discussions of bloodline studies—the very domain where this Archmage’s expertise shone brightest, and the perfect stage to showcase his own intellectual depth.

“Since Tower Lord is here, I believe discussing practical applications of bloodline formulation theory today would be more meaningful.”

Luo En’s tone turned methodical: “Particularly some extended reflections based on your early research materials.”

He shifted focus to Eve, slipping into teaching mode, though the oppressive weight of Cassandra’s gaze remained palpable:

“Eve, do you remember the core concept of your mother’s ‘Bloodline Resonance Theory’?”

Eve forced herself to concentrate, though her mother’s presence made it difficult to think clearly:

“Ah…that different bloodlines might share some deep connection?”

“Correct, but that’s merely the surface.”

Luo En nodded in acknowledgment before elaborating:

“Based on my research of Tower Lord’s early theories and my own experimental findings, I propose that the essence of bloodline resonance is ‘information synchronization.’”

He withdrew a specialized crystal device from his robe:

“Every bloodline constantly emits mana signals at specific frequencies, carrying its fundamental information. When two compatible bloodlines approach, their signals resonate, enabling information exchange.”

Cassandra’s eyes sharpened with focus. She straightened slightly, clearly intrigued.

“But Tower Lord’s theory overlooks a critical point—artificial resonance.”

Luo En pressed on: “If we could artificially formulate bloodline signal frequencies, we could force incompatible bloodlines into mandatory synchronization.”

The Archmage’s pupils contracted slightly. She sensed the immense potential buried in this concept.

“Mandatory synchronization?” Eve’s voice trembled—whether from fear or excitement was unclear. “What does that mean?”

“It means breaking through traditional limitations of bloodline fusion.”

Luo En’s voice carried the calm fervor of a researcher:

“Theoretically, any two bloodlines could fuse through artificial formulation if the correct frequency-matching algorithm is found.”

He paused, letting the idea settle:

“Of course, this technology carries massive risks. Forced synchronization might collapse the host’s genetic structure or trigger uncontrollable mutations.”

Cassandra finally spoke, her tone edged with curiosity:

“Artificial frequency formulation… I once entertained similar ideas, but lacked the means to verify them. How did you reach this conclusion?”

“Primarily inspired by your early ‘Bloodline Harmony Theory,’” Luo En replied respectfully.

“You mentioned in that paper that fusion success correlates with two bloodlines’ ‘innate affinity.’ I simply extended this concept, questioning whether we could artificially create such affinity.”

“Innate affinity…” Cassandra repeated the term, nostalgia flickering in her eyes.

“That was a thought from long ago. I never imagined someone would draw such… audacious conclusions from it.”

Her tone held approval, yet beneath it, a wary edge emerged:

“But is artificial bloodline frequency formulation technically feasible? Do you have a concrete implementation plan?”

This touched the heart of Luo En’s research—the part he least wanted to expose.

“We’re still in the theoretical stage,” he answered cautiously.

“I’m attempting to use rune technology for frequency modulation, but certain technical challenges remain. Runes’ mana output lacks stability, making sustained precise formulation difficult.”

“Runes?” Cassandra’s interest sharpened.

“That’s an unconventional approach. Most bloodline modifiers focus on biological methods. Few consider runes as solutions.”

“Interdisciplinary fusion often yields unexpected breakthroughs,” Luo En explained.

“This is why Ancient Alchemists achieved so many remarkable feats—because they embraced such integrative thinking. Runes’ precision precisely compensates for biological formulation’s instability, though it demands profound rune studies mastery.”

Cassandra nodded, acknowledging the cross-disciplinary perspective:

“Your multidisciplinary background clearly serves you well.”

“Beyond frequency formulation, I’m exploring another direction—active activation of bloodline memory.”

Luo En continued sharing his research path:

“Tower Lord’s theory mentions ancestral memory fragments preserved within bloodlines. I wonder… if we selectively activated these memories, could a host temporarily access ancestral abilities?”

Eve’s eyes widened: “You mean… actually wield abilities from our ancestors?”

“Theoretically possible,” Luo En confirmed.

“This would transform bloodlines into living knowledge repositories. Every bloodline host becomes a mobile library—carrying countless generations of ancestral wisdom and experience.”

“But the process is perilous. Ancient memories often carry strong consciousness imprints. If the host’s spiritual strength is insufficient, they risk being overwhelmed by ancestral consciousness.”

Cassandra observed their reactions, her gaze complex.

She seemed to evaluate the implications of these theories.

“Your ideas are insightful,” she finally said.

“Particularly your conceptualization of artificial frequency formulation. While similar to my early notions, your approach feels… more practically achievable.”

Her tone grew formal:

“I believe it’s time I shared deeper knowledge with you.”

Cassandra retrieved a storage box from her robes, its surface inscribed with unfamiliar, intricate runes.

The runes glowed faintly under her touch, emitting unsettling energy fluctuations.

“These contain experimental data accumulated during my otherworldly campaigns over recent decades.”

Her voice carried an unfathomable weight:

“Not classified core secrets, but valuable references for your research.”

The box opened slowly, revealing several crystal data storage units, each glowing with different colored light.

Luo En sensed the immense information within—those lights seemed to contain countless otherworldly creatures’ pained echoes.

“The red crystals record biological modification experiments from the ‘Flesh Furnace World,’ focusing on bloodline compatibility test results and analysis of failed cases.”

Cassandra’s finger traced a blood-red storage unit:

“Their native species advanced bloodline fusion to unimaginable heights—able to reorganize their physiology in real-time during combat.”

A nostalgic gleam entered her eyes, chillingly exhilarated:

“After we conquered that world, these technologies became our spoils. Now their people ‘contribute’ their wisdom in our laboratories.”

Eve shivered involuntarily at her mother’s dispassionate tone, sensing something deeply disturbing.

Franca stiffened entirely, suddenly confronting the grim reality of her potential fate.

“The blue ones come from the ‘Crystal Symbiosis Dimension,’” Cassandra continued.

“They contain mana frequency measurement data that might aid your frequency formulation research.”

Her gaze pierced Luo En, violet eyes intense:

“These aren’t core secrets, but data inaccessible through ordinary means. I share them because I recognize your unique potential.”

“What potential do you mean?” Luo En asked cautiously.

“A calm rationality and research spirit unshackled by moral constraints.”

Cassandra’s reply chilled the room:

“True seekers pursue truth alone, unswayed by moralistic notions.”

Her gaze shifted between Luo En and the terrified Eve:

“Modern mages often let emotions cloud their judgment of such modification experiments, questioning their ‘justification.’ But knowledge itself has no inherent morality—only varying degrees of value.”

She regarded her daughter’s fearful expression with disappointment:

“Eve is too young to grasp this world’s true rules.”

Her voice carried regret:

“Perhaps one day she’ll understand—mercy is merely the weak’s self-comfort in a survival-of-the-fittest universe.”

Changing subjects abruptly, her tone gained pride:

“Returning to the Preservation Clan’s bloodline achievements.”

“There’s a foundational origin—our clan’s ancestor, Saint Hector.”

At the name “Hector,” Luo En’s heartbeat quickened.

That was the Absurdist King’s name before ascending the Throne.

“The ancestor proposed the ‘perfect bloodline’ concept during the early stages of the last era, publishing related papers in the Monument of Truth. That treatise remains the absolute classic in bloodline studies.”

"Monument of Truth" - the most prestigious academic journal in the mageworld. To have research published within its pages was...

Luo En fully understood the weight of this information.

"His Conceptualization was to create a bloodline with infinite Adaptability - capable of automatically adjusting traits according to Environment and requirements. The Preservation Clan bloodline represents the initial realization of this Conceptualization."

"And my contribution was..."

Cassandra's tone grew more professional:

"Integrating Abyss Adaptability factors into the traditional Preservation Clan structure. These Abyss Factors not only enhanced the bloodline's compatibility but also granted them certain... special functions."

A dangerous gleam sparkled in her eyes.

"For instance, rapid adaptation in extreme Environments, and the ability to absorb traits from certain otherworldly beings."

Luo En carefully digested this information, gradually grasping the true design philosophy behind the Preservation Clan bloodline.

This wasn't just simple bloodline Preservation - it was part of an enormous biotechnical engineering project.

"Of course, any powerful technology carries corresponding risks."

Cassandra's gaze fell upon the trembling Franca:

"The introduction of Abyss Factors did bring some... instability to the Preservation Clan bloodline. But these risks are controllable, provided sufficient technical support exists."

"This", she continued, "is precisely the problem. Bloodline formulation, as a relatively young discipline, still has certain developmental shortcomings."

She shifted topics abruptly:

"Have you noticed how bloodline modifier lacks clear progression paths like potion professors, rune experts, or alchemy masters?"

This question struck a chord with Luo En's own contemplations:

"Indeed. Current Rank classifications mainly rely on formulation success rates, yet lack unified capability evaluation standards."

"The root problem lies in this discipline's complexity", Cassandra analyzed.

"Bloodline formulation involves multiple fields - biology, mana studies, even soul sciences. It's difficult to measure using a single standard."

"Generally speaking, those achieving stable creation of pure golden Perfect levels are called formulation masters. But defining anything beyond that has always been controversial in academic circles."

She paused, her gaze turning distant:

"If pressed, the advancement path for formulation masters actually traces back to the 'Vital Alchemy' branch of Ancient Alchemists. This route demands mastery over alchemy, flesh runes, and multiple other disciplines - a true comprehensive challenge."

This revelation stirred something within Luo En.

His Trinity Convergence combination perfectly matched this comprehensive requirement.

"Vital Alchemy..." He repeated the term thoughtfully. "What kind of capability does that represent?"

"The creation of artificial life, restructuring the essence of existing beings, even... bestowing life-like properties to inanimate matter."

Cassandra's voice carried an otherworldly coldness: "At that level, the boundaries between life and death become indistinct."

Her gaze settled on Franca, who trembled beneath it:

"The Preservation Clan bloodline is merely an experimental product along this path - far from its ultimate destination."

Speaking of bloodlines, she suddenly shifted focus to Luo En:

"I'm also quite interested in the composition of your bloodline."

Luo En's heartbeat quickened slightly, though his exterior remained calm.

He'd prepared for this scenario long ago.

"The most prominent feature is the Yangyan Dragon bloodline", Cassandra's analysis made him inwardly cautious.

"Yangyan Dragons became extinct at the end of the Second Era, with extremely scarce research materials."

Noticing his tension, she waved a hand dismissively:

"I have no interest in your bloodline's origins - everyone has their own little secrets. I want to discuss another issue."

"Excessively rare bloodlines aren't always advantageous", her tone carried a subtle warning.

"Rarity means fewer reference cases, and difficulties in reverse evolution and purification multiply exponentially."

"Due to the lack of research, you'll struggle to find suitable reverse evolution solutions. In such circumstances, seeking substitute bloodlines with similar traits might be wiser."

Her words rang true. Ever since his breathing technique entered the fourth stage, he'd faced constant obstacles with bloodline cultivation.

"Additionally, there's something important I must warn you about."

Cassandra's expression turned grave:

"I'm about to leave the primary world again for interdimensional expeditions. This journey is expected to last an extended period."

Her eyes darkened with meaning:

"During my absence, you must be especially cautious at the Abyss Observatory. I've sensed ancient entities in the Abyss beginning to stir, showing particular interest in you."

"While Professor Eutel and other safeguards exist, against such entities, no protection is absolute."

Her warning thickened the room's atmosphere:

"Remember - the first law of survival in the Abyss is never underestimating danger's magnitude."

She rose, preparing to depart:

"These experiment data should greatly benefit your research. I expect to see what achievements you create."

Before leaving, she cast one more glance at the still-fearful black-haired girl:

"Mind those weak emotions, dear. In this world, misplaced sympathy is often one's most fatal weakness."

With those parting words, her figure began dissolving into transparency, vanishing entirely into the air.

Silence returned to the room, though the atmosphere felt heavier than before.

"Let's end today's discussion here."

Luo En spoke calmly, carefully storing Cassandra's experiment data into his Storage Bag:

"I need time to process this new information, especially regarding the Preservation Clan bloodline's origins."

Eve lowered her head, waving half-heartedly as if in farewell.

Luo En noticed she'd remained in a subdued state since Cassandra's arrival, her emotions lingering in instinctive fear.

Franca remained collapsed on the floor, utterly drained of strength.

...

Night once again fell over the Central Lands. Luo En stood alone on his Workshop's rooftop, a complex array of Astrology instruments before him.

Tonight's stars burned exceptionally clear, their distant cold light piercing like diamonds.

After months of continuous cultivation, his Astrology technique had approached its breakthrough threshold.

The Academic Star's glow had grown brighter too, almost fully illuminated.

Tonight, he would complete this crucial leap.

"Ai Lan, is everything ready?"

The tree spirit used her vines to assist in calibrating the devices. In her hand, the starlight conduit crafted by Luo En radiated a soft silver glow, resonating with the celestial bodies above.

"All equipment is in place, master", her voice trembled with tension.

Luo En nodded, swallowing a specially prepared "Resonance potion" - a new formula perfected after obtaining the Creator's Blessing.

The potion's effects manifested immediately.

As it touched his tongue, a cool stream of mana spread through his meridians.

The sensation was like countless tiny stars flowing through his veins, each heartbeat echoing with distant cosmic pulses.

His spirit Perception sharpened unnaturally, as though directly touching the consciousness of stars light-years away.

"Begin."

Luo En closed his eyes, entering deep meditation through The Murmuring of the Star Devourer.

His consciousness pierced reality's Barrier, sinking into that familiar sea of stars.

Guided by the Hermit Star's purple glow, his perspective shifted toward the Academic Star in the Wisdom Constellation's lower right.

Tonight, this silver-white star burned exceptionally bright.

Its surface patterns whirled at unprecedented speeds, like an eternal computational core.

Yet something felt different tonight.

The Academic Star's glow carried ancient, profound consciousness fluctuations - a wisdom beyond human comprehension whispering through the void.

This was the critical moment for establishing connection.

Drawing upon his Astrology techniques, he extended his spiritual energy like gossamer threads, attempting to forge the deepest possible link.

This connection proved exceptionally difficult, as if some invisible resistance blocked his approach.

Suddenly the Academic Star's glow began violent pulsations, flashing with a special rhythm - like encrypted complex coding.

Luo En focused completely, striving to decipher its meaning.

Gradually, he sensed an indescribable consciousness.

Not malevolent, yet far from wholly benevolent - a pure embodiment of wisdom transcending mortal concepts of good and evil.

"I seek the truth of knowledge", he mentally intoned, invoking the basic etiquette for communicating with higher-dimensional entities as recorded in The Murmuring of the Star Devourer.

The Academic Star's glow abruptly stilled, its entire surface becoming a flawless silver mirror.

(End of Chapter)

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