nownovels Chapter 23 From the Academy
Chapter 23 From the Academy
The final assessment has concluded.
Wizard Stone announced the results: eight apprentices, including Rowling and Kyle, had passed the test and received their graduation certificates.
There is only one assistant position available at Stone Wizarding Labs.
"I will give the assistant position to Rolin."
Without any hesitation, Wizard Stone made the announcement.
"Although his 'Gentle Breeze Cleansing' has a weak effect, it demonstrates the potential for precise manipulation of energy particles and an application mindset that is different from ordinary people."
"This is a quality that researchers need."
This result silenced the classroom once again.
Everyone looked at Luo Lin with complicated expressions.
Kyle Silvershine's face instantly turned ashen, his fists clenched, and his eyes were filled with undisguised anger and jealousy as he looked at Rowling.
He had assumed the spot was already his.
Rowling stood up and bowed to Wizard Stone again: "Thank you, Wizard."
He knew that from this moment on, his situation within the academy would undergo a subtle change.
He gained valuable opportunities, but also received more attention and deeper hostility from people like Kyle.
If this is the inevitable situation on the path of pursuing power and knowledge, then he accepted it calmly.
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Obtaining a position as an assistant at Stone Wizarding Labs was a significant turning point for Rowling.
This not only meant that he would have access to more cutting-edge energy particle research and receive more favorable compensation, but also that he had officially entered the field of vision of two formal wizards and gained some degree of recognition.
Of course, some changes have also followed.
Kyle Silvershine made little attempt to conceal his hostility, his eyes turning icy when they met in public.
Some apprentices who had previously paid little attention to Rowling began to re-evaluate this low-key yet surprisingly capable classmate.
Lena congratulated him half-jokingly, saying that he was now "a favorite of the two wizards".
Rowling remained as calm as ever regarding this matter.
He knew that all this external attention and disturbance was meaningless; only improving his own strength was the real solution.
He declined invitations from several small groups that tried to win him over, and instead focused his energy on new studies and work.
Stone's laboratory style is very different from Eric's.
This approach places greater emphasis on precise data measurement, quantitative energy analysis, and repeated model validation.
Rowling's main job was to assist in processing experimental data, maintaining some sophisticated energy detection instruments, and preparing pure energy particle environments with specific properties.
These tasks were tedious and tedious, but they greatly enhanced his sensitivity to energy and cultivated his meticulousness.
He applied the precise measurement techniques he learned from Stone's Lab to his own potion research and magic circle drawing, making his experimental data more reliable.
The energy flow efficiency of the magic array has also improved slightly.
At the same time, he will also gain a deeper understanding of the nature of energy by comparing the concepts of life fields and macroscopic energy balance he encountered in Eric's laboratory with the microscopic particle research in Stone's laboratory.
This cross-disciplinary integration of knowledge has made his foundation more solid without him even realizing it.
The days passed smoothly amidst fulfilling research and work in two laboratories.
About six months later, after a deep meditation, Luo Lin clearly felt that his spiritual sea had undergone a qualitative change.
The thin membrane that had been blocking him for so long was finally broken, his mental energy became more refined and harmonious, and his mastery of magic power was elevated to a new level.
He summoned a pale blue panel that only he could see, and examined his current state:
[Main Author: Luo Lin]
【Race; human】
Status: Healthy
[Rank: Third-Class Wizard Apprentice (72%)]
【property:
Physical fitness 2.1
Spirit: 10.5
Mana: 105/105
[Mastering Knowledge:]
Basic Meditation Method (5% Perfect)
Basic rune identification (proficient 32%)
Basic Magical Plant Science (Mastery 15%)
Basic potion ingredient processing (professional 55%)
Analysis of common zero-circle spell model structures (Mastery 8%)
Fundamental Configuration of Elemental Particles (40% proficient)
Basic Magic Array Analysis (Proficiency 25%)
[Spells: Mage's Hand (Mastery 5%), Acid Splash (Proficiency 85%), Weak Force Field Armor (Proficiency 90%), Literacy (Proficiency 70%), Gentle Breeze (Beginner 90%)]
Specialty: Highly Effective Scholar (Passive)
The basic meditation method has finally reached the perfect level, which is an important milestone.
Mental strength and physical fitness have steadily increased through continuous training and resource investment.
His proficiency in various knowledge and spells has also improved significantly, especially his knowledge related to energy particles, runes, and magic arrays, which has progressed rapidly.
【Gentle Breeze Cleanses Dust】Because it is a self-created spell, its improvement is relatively slow, but it is close to the proficiency level.
The improvement in strength brings greater confidence and a broader perspective.
Rowling began to feel dissatisfied with merely studying and working as an assistant within the academy.
He longed to experience the real world, to test what he had learned, and to find more opportunities and resources.
Just then, the academy issued a mandatory recruitment notice for all senior third-class apprentices.
The announcement stated that the Black Forest frontline outpost, located on the southwestern border of mainland China, has recently experienced unusually frequent monster activity, leading to a sharp increase in pressure.
The academy decided to send a group of senior apprentices to provide support and rotate some of the stationed personnel for a period of ten years.
A ten-year period is not a long time for a wizard's long life.
But for apprentices, it is a considerable amount of time.
The announcement caused quite a stir among the senior apprentices.
The Black Forest front is fraught with danger, but it also presents opportunities.
There you'll find rare resources that are hard to obtain within the bloodline, a more realistic combat environment, and possible clues to ancient ruins.
Support missions are primarily based on voluntary registration, but if there are insufficient qualified applicants, the academy will conduct mandatory recruitment.
The eligibility requirements include:
To reach the level of a third-class apprentice, one must have completed a certain number of years, master at least three zero-ring spells, and possess practical combat experience.
Rowling read the announcement carefully.
He meets the registration requirements.
Ten years, although it will be a short time away from the relatively safe environment and excellent learning conditions of the college.
But the challenges and opportunities of the Black Forest also attracted him.
Rowling realized that this might be an opportunity to step out of the sheltered environment of the academy, truly hone himself in danger, and accelerate his growth.
He did not make a decision immediately, but first sought the opinions of wizards Eric and Stone.
After listening to his idea, Wizard Eric pondered for a moment and said:
"The situation in the Black Forest is complicated; it's not just monsters, but also some exiles and alien races."
"It's quite dangerous, but it can definitely help people grow quickly."
"Your foundation is quite solid; it's time to go out and explore."
"However, remember, coming back alive is the most important thing. I can reserve your position as a lab assistant."
Stone Wizard's answer was more direct.
"Experiencing a real chaotic energy field will help you understand particle stability and model adaptability."
"Bring your [Gentle Breeze Dust Remover] along; it might come in handy in certain situations."
"My lab will also reserve a spot for you."
Both wizards' attitudes were clear: they did not oppose it, and even encouraged it to some extent.
After receiving their approval, Rowling went to the mission hall to learn more about the specific situation of the Black Forest frontline outpost, the supply of materials, mission responsibilities, and possible gains.
He also specifically researched the magical plants, minerals, and potential risks unique to the Black Forest region.
After careful consideration, Luo Lin made up his mind.
He went to the registration desk and registered his information.
The deacon in charge of registration reviewed his file, confirmed his mastery of magic, and nodded.
"Meets the requirements, registration successful."
"Specific departure times and batches will be announced later, expected within three months."
The news of the successful registration quickly spread within a small circle.
Some admired Rowling's courage, some thought he was taking a risk, and others secretly gloated, believing that he was asking for trouble by going to that dangerous place.
When Kyle Silvershine learned of this, he merely snorted coldly, seemingly pleased that Rowling had left the academy.
Rowling ignored the comments.
Having made the decision, he began preparing for his ten-year journey away.
He first took stock of his assets.
After accumulating points over this period, and with the sale of some inventory materials and potions, his total contribution points reached eight thousand.
This is a considerable fortune.