Chapter 474: Swimming Lessons
Chapter 474: Swimming Lessons
"Lindsey, can I borrow your bed for a nap?"
"Huh?"
"What's with the 'huh'? This is the bed of a Ninth Stage Artist, you know! Who knows, maybe if I sleep on it for a night, I'll have an inspiration burst and advance to the next stage tomorrow."
"..."
"I think you should focus on improving your swimming skills first before indulging in these daydreams."
Two days later, early in the morning.
Lindsey continued his fishing endeavor on his fishing platform.
Wah Wah Wah was only allowed to practice swimming in the nearby seawater under Lindsey's watchful eye.
Seraphina was now in charge of the shop's operations, with Little Wildman tending to the plants.
Lindsey had become a hands-off manager, free to indulge in the joy of fishing.
However...
Lindsey glanced at Wah Wah Wah beside him.
This fellow had changed into a simple, plain, and cheap swimsuit and was already there early in the morning, ready to practice swimming.
But after more than an hour...
Wah Wah Wah had only let the seawater wet her ankles; she hadn't ventured any further into the water.
Was she here to learn swimming or just wash her feet?
At that moment, Lindsey's fishing rod dipped into the water.
He reeled in the line, and with some luck, he caught another gem.
Satisfied, Lindsey turned to Wah Wah Wah and asked, "Wah Wah Wah, are you only practicing swimming with your legs?"
"If this continues, who knows when you'll learn to swim."
Wah Wah Wah gave him a disdainful look.
"I'm trying my best, okay?"
"But this... it's really hard to overcome..."
Lindsey shrugged and cast his line forward, "Then take it slow."
"You can rest assured that if any problems arise, I'll pull you out immediately."
Wah Wah Wah glared at the fishing rod with resentment.
"If I dissolve in the water, do you plan to fish me out with a hook?"
"Lindsey, come and teach me underwater!"
Wah Wah Wah reached out and tugged at the thin strap of her swimsuit, winking at Lindsey with her left eye.
Lindsey, focused on fishing, remained unmoved.
"..."
The girl glared at Lindsey resentfully.
Then, with self-reliance, she tried to stretch her legs into the water.
This movement initially seemed fine.
However, as she submerged herself in the water and felt the icy touch of the seawater start to draw away her body heat, Wah Wah Wah couldn't help but shiver. Without a word, she jumped back out of the water.
"Once I reel in this catch, I'll teach you how to swim."
Lindsey sighed and asked casually, "Wah Wah Wah, if you had materials to craft various equipment, but could only choose one or two items, what would you pick?"
Hearing this, Wah Wah Wah realized, "Your skills can create equipment like an artisan?"
Lindsey proudly displayed the flower fishing rod in his hand, "This is what my ability can create."
Wah Wah Wah's expression was subtle.
She shook off the seawater from her body, ensuring she didn't wet Lindsey, and then approached him, "If you want my advice, what can you make now?"
"I can make rings, skirts, fishing rods, weapons, magic patterns, staffs, lightsabers..."
Wah Wah Wah interrupted, "Stop, stop, stop! What's all this about?"
"You only told me the names, but what about the effects? For example, your lightsaber, is it a weapon?"
Lindsey smiled back at her, "The lightsaber is indeed a weapon."
"As for the others, before crafting, I only knew their names, but not their specific effects..."
Lindsey explained his crafting system to Wah Wah Wah.
The young girl pouted in thought for a moment before offering her suggestion:
"Lindsey, I think you should start by crafting the Lava Jet Sword."
"According to your explanation, the materials needed for this sword are quite expensive, and it's a two-stage synthesis item, so it should be the most valuable, right?"
Lindsey nodded and immediately began the synthesis process.
With someone offering suggestions, his decision-making dilemma seemed to be resolved.
[Weapon/Material: Sharp Jet Sword]
[A one-handed sword crafted from Pressure Sea Stone and Advanced Metal. Its sturdy texture cuts through iron like butter, and its piercing power is exceptional. When equipped, it enhances the wielder's Agility attribute. By expending Essence, the attack speed is further strengthened. It can also be used as a material to create other items.]
[A weapon crafted from rare materials, moderately priced.]
"..."
"The first-level synthesis effect is already pretty good."
Lindsey already knew the formula for the next level of synthesis.
He took out the materials and proceeded to synthesize the next level, the Lava Jet Sword.
[Weapon/Material: Lava Jet Sword]
[A powerful weapon imbued with the power of undersea lava. The user must have a Constitution above 40. Upon gripping the sword, Agility, Strength, and Constitution attributes are automatically enhanced. By expending Essence, a scorching lava stream of over 1200 degrees Celsius will encircle the blade, dealing devastating damage to enemies. It can also be used as a material to create other items.]
[A powerful weapon with a moderate price.]
"Oh?"
Lindsey held the Lava Jet Sword in his hand.
The sword had a classic rapier structure, with a deep blue blade adorned with crimson patterns that spiraled upwards, reaching the tip.
As Lindsey gripped the weapon, he immediately felt a surge of energy flow into his body.
"Hmm..."
"Is this the effect of having a Constitution above 40?"
Lindsey tested the sword.
The blade was remarkably resilient and inherited the exceptional piercing power of its base material.
Expending Essence, the crimson patterns on the blade lit up in a spiral, and the scorching lava stream attached itself to the sword with a lively demeanor, as if the fiery spirit had come to life!
Lindsey glanced at his attribute panel once more.
His Constitution, Agility, and Strength had each increased by 3 points.
Even disregarding the weapon's power, the attribute boosts alone made it an impressive piece.
As Lindsey tested the sword, Wah Wah Wah watched from the side.
She then took the Lava Jet Sword from Lindsey's hands, although her Constitution was insufficient to enjoy the attribute enhancement.
However, feeling the heat emanating from the sword, Wah Wah Wah could still confirm its power.
"A weapon of this caliber... even a Fifth Stage Artisan would struggle to create it."
"Lindsey, your skills are a bit too versatile, aren't they?"
Lindsey shrugged.
"It's not as exaggerated as you think. My skills may seem comprehensive, but in each specialization, they fall short of the intensity of professionals. It's just a clever trick."
Wah Wah Wah smirked and returned the Lava Jet Sword to Lindsey.
Then, she suggested, "Lindsey, why don't you synthesize that gorgeous dress again? I'm curious about it..."
"Lindsey, Wah Wah Wah! Are you guys home?"
Just then, a hurried voice called out from the front desk, followed by Yao Xing rushing in, sounding flustered.
"No, something terrible has happened!"
"Mr. Seth suddenly went berserk in the theater this morning. It took everyone's effort to restrain him."
"Tomorrow, tomorrow is the Art Festival!"
"Mr. Fimbul, please let me call you and Wah Wah Wah over. Do you know what's going on?"
(End of Chapter)
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