Wizards: Starting with the Refined Meditation Technique Guide

Chapter 78, Group 2: Andrei's Thoughts

"Alright." Andre put away the resumes, smiled, and said, "Leo, Hughes, Lexus, welcome to Andre's lab."

As if to draw the attention of Leo and the other two, Andrei clapped his hands vigorously and said, "Now that everyone is here, I'll tell you three freshmen about the work you'll be responsible for in the research lab."

Leo stood next to Hughes.

Andrei looked at the three of them and said.

"Our research project in Andre's lab is to improve the formula for the mana growth potion. It's progressing very well now, and we've basically finalized the materials needed for the formula. What remains is to continuously optimize the process and steps involved in refining the potion, striving to reduce side effects and create a perfect potion."

"To address this, our lab is now divided into three groups to carry out this work. The three of you will each be assigned to one of these groups to assist."

"Hughes, you go to the third group. Leo, you go to the second group. Lexus, you come to the first group I'm in charge of."

Upon hearing this arrangement, Leo seemed thoughtful.

In Andrei's research lab, Andrei is the only second-class wizard apprentice.

Of the three groups, the first group, where Andrei is, is definitely the best. It's the easiest to achieve good results and learn something from them.

Andre assigned Lexus to his group instead of Leo, likely due to a difference in ability. Andre clearly had higher expectations for Lexus's work performance, given his level 5 mental strength talent.

Because Leo's resume hasn't been updated yet, he's currently only at level 3 in terms of mental strength talent.

Even though Leo has experience in refining high-quality deadwood potions, his resume is still not as good as Lexus's.

Leo didn't bother to figure out which of the remaining two groups was better or worse.

They were both third-level wizard apprentices, and Leo felt that the difference shouldn't be that big.

Leo came to Group Two.

The leader of the second group was named Mo De, a woman with somewhat messy hair.

After Leo arrived at Group Two, Mord asked, "New guy, can you sort the materials?"

Maud's voice carried a tiredness and lack of energy.

Leo replied, "No problem."

"Okay, then you'll be in charge of sorting the materials for now."

"You can first look at how Ellis did it to see the specific process."

"Ellis, continue with the sorting work until Leon can finish it. Once Leon gets the hang of it, have him take charge of the sorting, and then he can come and help me with my work."

"it is good."

After assigning the tasks, Maud continued to bury himself in the refining work.

Leo watched as another third-class wizard apprentice, Ellis, did the sorting work.

When refining beginner potions, Leo's sorting skills had reached a very good level.

Although Ellis's sorting work is very tedious, Leo has basically mastered it after watching it a few times.

At the same time, a gentle notification sound rang in Leo's mind, indicating that he was about to obtain the encyclopedia entry.

"Inferior quality Axeweed found in the encyclopedia. Should it be added to the catalog?"

"A low-quality hollow lotus image has been found in the catalog. Should it be added?"

"Discover"

...

While acquiring illustrations of these pharmaceutical materials, Leo also gradually learned how to sort them.

After confirming in his mind that everything was correct, Leo said, "Wizard Ellis, I think I've barely learned how to sort things. Could I try sorting them?"

Ellis looked at Leo in surprise and said, "You understood it so quickly?"

"That's right."

Ellis frowned, thinking that Leo might be exaggerating.

However, Ellis could understand that newcomers were like that; they would become complacent and want to show off once they had mastered a little bit of something.

Ellis said, "Okay, you try it first. I'll watch from the side and remind you if you make a mistake."

"OK."

Ellis stepped aside, and Leo stepped forward. He first gently adjusted his breathing, and then quickly began the sorting work.

His speed was so fast that Ellis couldn't keep up.

Ellis realized that she could barely see Leo's movements anymore.

At that speed, Ellis felt that normally something should go wrong.

However, after carefully checking the products sorted by Leo, Ellis discovered that Leo had not made a mistake.

Leo's sorting speed is several times faster than Ellis's.

Therefore, Leo sorted through all the ingredients on the table in a short amount of time.

"Wizard Ellis, please confirm these sorted materials."

Ellis remained silent, examining Leo's materials bit by bit.

Then, Ellis stopped what she was doing and asked, "Leo, have you had any experience with this kind of work before?"

No, this is the first time.

Upon hearing this answer, Ellis paused for a moment, then asked, "Approximately how much mental energy do you have right now?"

"15 points of spiritual energy."

Ellis looked enlightened and said, "15 points of mental energy... that already puts you a bit ahead of many new wizards. Your mental talent must be pretty high, right?"

Leo said, "I have awakened my mental talent twice, and I am now at level 5 mental talent."

Upon hearing this, Ellis said, "That explains it. The higher the level of mental talent, the faster the mental energy grows, and the faster you can learn these things. I guess you're not only a level 5 mental talent, but you're probably one of the best among level 5 mental talents."

Leo replied ambiguously, "Perhaps that's true."

"Phew, then our Group Two really struck gold this time." Ellis chuckled and said, "I think you might even be more outstanding than that other newcomer with level 5 mental strength talent."

"Let me tell you a secret, we three groups are actually in competition. The group that produces more high-quality potions will have its wizards receive a larger share of the potion royalties."

"With Andrei in our group, we're guaranteed first place. But we can compete with the third group for second place."

Leo nodded, having gained a slight understanding of the situation in Andrei's research lab.

It was pretty much as he had expected.

Of the three groups, Andrei's group was practically the pre-selected winner.

When it came to the issue of profit distribution, Leo became motivated and said, "Wizard Ellis, the sorting work is complete. Is there anything else I need to do?"

"I'll go ask Wizard Mord."

Ellis found Maud and explained Leo's situation.

Maud looked at Leo, crossed his arms, lowered his head slightly, and began to ponder.

Then, Maud looked up and said, "Leo, if you've already finished sorting ahead of schedule, then come over here."

"Yes, Wizard Mord."

Leo came to Mord's side.

Maud said, "My job is to separate impurities, which is a technique in advanced potion-making... Have you read any advanced potion-making materials?"

"I'm learning."

"Alright, I'll give you time to observe. After you finish sorting, you can come here to see the impurity separation process. If you can learn something from it, that would be great."