infodatos Chapter 264 Flesh and Blood Domain, Taking Over the Byers Merchant Guild, 3rd Ring Arrives, Prelimin
Chapter 264 Flesh and Blood Domain, Taking Over the Byers Merchant Guild, 3rd Ring Arrives, Prelimin
Chapter 264 Flesh and Blood Domain, Taking Over the Byers Merchant Guild, The Third Ring Descends, The Preliminary Trial Begins!
City of Elements.
Airship area.
Ian slowly descended the steps of the airship, gazing at the Elemental City not far away.
The number of airships increased, and the wizards coming and going had cold, stern expressions...
Although the war did not directly reach the City of Elements, the impact there was no less than that on the front lines.
Follow the crowd and leave.
Ian first returned to the Horton School of Wizardry.
Once the home of the Emerald Shadow Wizarding family, now the core territory of the school, Ian met Horton once again.
"teacher."
Ian bowed.
Compared to a year ago, Horton looks exactly the same, but his elemental aura is even stronger.
It's even approaching rock casting.
"It's good that you're back."
Horton nodded, then pulled Ian into a room.
"Let me feel your current physical training strength."
He asked.
Ian nodded.
Crystalline skin, steel-like muscles, and silver bones were activated layer by layer, and the intense blood energy made the surrounding air scorching hot.
But all the power seemed to be firmly locked within the body, waiting only for Ian to act and unleash its immense power.
The realm of flesh and blood.
Similar to the domain of an elemental wizard, but one extends outwards while the other extends inwards.
Sensing this surge of blood energy, Horton's eyes widened in shock.
He could sense that Ian's domain was not complete, but the power it exuded already surpassed some of the perfect domains he had ever seen.
However, it's important to understand that a fully perfected domain and an unperfected domain are two different states. The former allows the domain to be further elevated and may even grant special domain skills.
But Ian was able to do that.
Simply outrageous.
"It seems you are indeed the most suitable successor to the Emerald Shadow Wizarding School."
He sighed.
Ian smiled.
In addition to the improvement of mental strength, the improvement of talent also brings about continuous improvement in physical strength.
If it weren't for the fact that his physical body was still rough after being refined, he would actually be more suited to be a body-refining wizard.
"You've come back this time, probably for the sake of the core members, right?"
After saying a few words of reflection, Horton looked at him.
"Um."
Ian nodded.
"Are you confident?" Horton asked.
Ian nodded.
"That's good."
Horton knew Ian well enough to know that if he nodded, there was basically a 98% chance that it was true.
"Actually, I also discovered some precious magical plants in the Emerald Shadow Secret Realm. I plan to plant them, but I can't do it without anyone from the academy."
Once you advance, I can start experimenting and then begin expanding my influence.
Horton pondered.
Ian nodded.
His teacher was still more capable than him, but for the school of thought, his role had surpassed that of his teacher.
It could even be said that his identity limited the development of the school of thought.
The Horton School of Wizardry could also bring him and his teacher huge benefits, which he naturally couldn't give up.
Therefore, it is still necessary to advance to the core level.
"Moreover, the Willow family is also in talks for cooperation, but you can tell they are still a bit hesitant. Their channels are still quite important."
Horton continued.
"I'll handle things at the academy; I'll leave things at the school of thought to you, teacher."
Ian said he had absolute trust in Horton.
"Well, then I won't keep you any longer. There's someone who wants to see you more than I do."
Horton smiled and patted him on the shoulder.
Ian nodded.
According to my mental perception, Willow and Chris were already waiting in the courtyard.
night.
Ian lay on a large bed with the two of them, enjoying the long-lost warmth and feeling happy.
This makes Ian even more determined to get the core.
He understood that only by becoming a core member could he truly have a place in the academy.
In dangerous times.
They also have more right and ability to protect those they want to protect.
After one night.
As Ian left the manor, another carriage was already waiting at the gate, with a beautiful figure waiting beside it.
"Audrey".
Ian went over and gave her a hug.
"My father is already waiting for you."
Audrey felt a slight unease as she smelled Ian's scent.
She still had some minor objections to this matter.
Of course, she didn't mind, but she would never be as shameless as those two women.
Absolutely not!
"Let's go."
Upon hearing Audrey's words, Ian's expression also became more serious.
While he was repairing the Stormspear airship, many significant events actually occurred.
After completing their ambush on the airship, the Crimson Eyes organized several counterattacks against the academy.
A large number of wizards died.
Among them, a second-circle wizard and several core members even died.
One of them, from the Earth Ring Wizarding Academy, was the wizard who had always stood behind the Pierce Merchant Guild.
And his death.
This undoubtedly dealt a fatal blow to the expanding Pierce Chamber of Commerce.
The expansion stopped instantly.
It would be good enough if they weren't swallowed up.
Of course, the latter did not happen, and the main reason was naturally because of him. This time, it was also because Cassian wanted to talk to him about some things.
"Ian, you're finally back."
Cassian stood at the door and quickly went forward to welcome Ian and Audrey as they stepped off the alchemy car.
"Let's talk inside."
"Um.
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Ian nodded.
Soon the group entered, including Audrey's brother Feynman, who was also the vice president of the Chamber of Commerce.
"Please tell me the situation, sir," Ian said.
"Many chambers of commerce began to besiege us, and the most crucial one was the assets of a core disciple of the Winter Academy. He had been at odds with our former backer in the past, and he had swallowed up most of the resources of our original backer. Our chamber of commerce was the last part of it."
Cassian picked out the key points to discuss.
"So, who are you this time?"
Ian continued to ask.
"I hope that you can become the largest shareholder of the Chamber of Commerce."
Cassian dropped the pretense and gritted his teeth.
"what?"
Ian was taken aback.
"Although you are not a core member, the academy has a high enough status and knows many high-ranking people in the Second Ring. As long as you are the largest shareholder of the Chamber of Commerce, our Chamber of Commerce can still survive."
"Cassian said."
Of course, he also had another option: to join other core members or higher-ranking figures.
But in that situation...
Their chamber of commerce will likely be devoured in an instant.
So he simply decided to go all in on Ian.
Although it's unlikely he'll become a core member, given his alchemy skills and background, preserving the Chamber of Commerce shouldn't be difficult.
However, the expansion is likely to come to an end.
Ian also fell into thought.
Will you take over the Pierce Chamber of Commerce?
It's one of the largest chambers of commerce in the outer area. People in the second ring don't think much of it, but it's a pretty good asset for people in the first ring.
Moreover, his original intention was to develop external influence, since his alchemical assets could provide him with considerable assistance.
Of course, it's not easy to keep it either.
This level of power is basically controlled by core members, and his current status isn't even enough, because he doesn't have enough power.
But according to Cassian, he has a decent background.
"But as long as I advance to the core level this time, there won't be any problems."
Ian pursed his lips.
He finally nodded.
Cassian immediately breathed a sigh of relief.
Soon, a new contract was placed in the hands of the two, with Cassian holding 49 percent and Ian holding 51 percent.
Ian gained control of the Pierce Company.
"Let's stabilize the situation for now, and I'll seek some help."
Ian reminded him.
"I see."
Cassian nodded.
the next day.
Ian and Cassian had finally finished discussing everything before Ian left.
And in the manor.
Cassian looked at Audrey beside him and reminded her, "Now we're relying on Ian. You'd better get along well with him from now on. Luckily, he has a strong background."
"I see."
Audrey nodded.
But then he frowned and asked, "Father, is the probability of Ian advancing to the core level really that low?"
"have no idea."
Cassian shook his head: "There will be a chance next time, but the chances are really slim this time."
"He is ultimately an academic wizard; the competition for core disciples requires fighting."
"All right."
Audrey nodded, but her pouting lips betrayed her dissatisfaction.
"They actually managed to get a chamber of commerce just like that!"
On my way back to the college.
Ian also felt something was amiss.
Come to think of it, this is the first force he has ever controlled, and it feels pretty good.
"And the profits it brings me can also multiply several times."
Ian pondered.
He roughly estimated that even under the current pressures, the chamber of commerce's development has stagnated and external obstacles have been encountered.
The profit is at least ten thousand.
It's a rather alarming number.
"But even so, the people in the Second Ring Road area look down on them, which shows the difference between the two."
Ian shook his head.
That's why he wants to advance to the core level; only by reaching the core level can he have a greater chance of achieving the second ring.
soon.
They returned to the college.
Ian went to see Kieran and explained the matter.
"Can."
Kieran nodded and continued, "But I won't get involved in this. You can go to Flynn; he can offer you temporary shelter. He should have returned to the academy by now."
"OK."
Ian nodded.
This was a big deal for him, but a small matter for Kieran, whose vision extended to the entire academy.
The only question is whether Flynn is willing.
"Can."
Flynn nodded.
Ian also looked at this senior student who was ranked in the core, whose aura was like waves, even more powerful.
"I'm willing to give up 30% of the profits."
Ian said at the same time.
This is not just politeness.
Flynn provided him with shelter, so he naturally needed to provide money in return, unless Flynn was completely convinced of his worth.
But obviously not.
"Yes, you should have a chance to advance to the core in five years."
Flynn did not refuse this time.
He naturally favored Ian, but there were limits. If Ian was truly just one link in the chain, then he could never treat him as an equal.
Even those with strong alchemical talent are no exception.
It's not just him; all the core members are like this.
In this cruel world, becoming a second-ring member is what truly marks one's entry into the wizarding world.
But that's different.
"Thank you, senior."
Ian expressed his gratitude.
"You did well too, keep it up. Consider this a learning experience and try to get in next time."
Flynn encouraged him.
Ian nodded.
Several more days later.
Due to the selection process for core members, a large number of wizards returned to the academy, including students from Kieran.
So Kieran also gathered them.
in the hall.
Ian encountered even more wizards he didn't recognize, and new wizards began to appear around him once again.
However, due to the time constraints, they are almost destined to be rivals.
There were only a few people that Ian cared about.
"El's mental strength is at least 60%."
Ian glanced at Al.
Although they lack resources, it is not surprising that they have a lot of resources on the front lines.
However, it was another senior of his.
Taylor's aura at this moment made Ian raise an eyebrow slightly; he was at least several times stronger than he was a year ago.
Ian is estimated to be over eighty.
As for the others, such as Andrei, they have only recently broken through to the late stage of the first ring.
"We're no longer from the same world."
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Andrei sensed Ian's presence and could faintly feel the threat, causing him to sigh inwardly.
Especially now that Ian is in the academy, at least fifty percent of the wizards know him.
This is something he cannot compare to.
"I just don't know if I can advance to the core level?"
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Andrei pondered.
"There might be a chance of passing the preliminary test."
Sophia glanced at Ian, pondering to herself that, judging from his reputation, Ian's access to resources was likely far greater than that of a typical late-stage wizard.
So many resources.
Even a pig should be able to take off by now; passing the preliminary test shouldn't be a problem.
But what if you fail the preliminary test...?
Her eyes flickered.
Then Ian's talent for cultivation is really quite poor.
Not to mention her, even within the academy, many people would probably give up on Ian.
"The preliminary test is in a week."
At last.
Kieran calmly told them the time.
There's only one week left.
Ian actually had one more chance in the secret realm, but in such a short time, he couldn't even digest the knowledge.
So Ian gave up on the idea.
Let's focus more on the core assessments.
In the past few days, aside from some core witchcraft, Ian has been constantly adjusting his mental energy.
Seven days later.
Ian felt he had reached his peak performance.
Heading to the location of this assessment.
The main campus of the college.
In a huge square.
Ian looked around and saw a large number of deacons and wizards on the perimeter.
Inside the square were many elite members, including Adela and Gar, whom I had seen at the Second Ring Road dinner, as well as their contemporaries Abraham and Nicole, and the familiar Feng Yi.
Beside him stood Al and Taylor.
They do have competition, but to the outside world they are all Kieran's students.
Ian nodded to these acquaintances as well.
They all responded with smiles.
Although they didn't believe that Ian, an academic wizard, could advance to the core level, it didn't mean they were unwilling to befriend him.
"It's all goodwill, there's no confrontation!"
Ian also expressed his feelings.
In any case, he had never encountered an inexplicably hostile senior or a high-ranking wizard who wanted to kill him.
This is simply reality.
Soon, the number of people here increased, eventually gathering to three or four hundred.
These are roughly the most recent batches of elite members.
Ian wasn't surprised, after all, this was an academy, and many elites came to participate.
A while later.
Ian sensed a powerful aura slowly approaching from not far away.
I looked up.
He was a thin wizard with a long, thin face and a long, white beard that fell down, giving him a kind appearance.
But he just stood there.
Ian felt as if he had instinctively seen some terrifying creature, one that seemed capable of devouring everything.
That's an absolute difference in the level of life.
The difference is so great that it's almost invisible.
This is?
Ian’s throat moved slightly.
The other elite members also felt this terrifying pressure, and they all became short of breath.
The wizard who could probably guess who this person was also showing an expression of disbelief in his eyes.
who is it?
"Hello everyone, I am Simon Brooks, the vice dean of the college, and I will be conducting this preliminary test."
Vice Dean of the College?
Ian's eyes widened.
I understand why I felt this terrifying pressure.
The Third Ring Road!
This is a wizard from the Third Ring Road!
The other wizards also stared wide-eyed, never expecting that such an important figure from the academy would be in charge.
So, this batch of core members has indeed received more attention?
Everyone's thoughts were racing.
At this moment, Simon looked down at the wizard and slowly said, "The time has come."
"In that case, I hereby declare the assessment to begin."
The voice just fell.
Suddenly, the magic array around the square lit up.
It encompasses the entire circular platform.
The selection process has officially begun.