Chapter 86


    Far from the pce, Harin led Lynn to a clearing on the edge of the mountain summit, extending his five fingers towards the open space. With a sh of his ring, a spatial fluctuation urred, and in the next moment, a massive oval-shaped airship appeared before Lynn.


    This airship, measuring over a hundred meters in length, looked extremely eerie, adorned with many demon patterns painted in red and ck hues on its surface. The most striking feature was the strange tree growing on its gas bag.


    Tree branches, resembling python coils, entwined the surface of the gas bag, while the dark green semi-transparent gas bag resembled a massive blister.


    Harin boarded the airship with Lynn. As Lynn approached the airship, he noticed that the roots entwined around the gas bag at the top were alive!


    Branches thicker than waistlines seemed to pulsate with life.


    Seeing Lynn approach, the brown bark of the branches suddenly split open, revealing arge mouth full of sharp teeth underneath.


    Dont be afraid, its just a bit mischievous. Its mentality is simr to that of a four or five-year-old girl. It loves being touched by others the most, Harin shrugged, patting Lynns shoulder to reassure him.


    A faint smile appeared on Lynns indifferent face as he gently stroked the deeply cracked bark of the tree.


    <em>Squeak</em>


    The touched branches trembled slightly, emitting a low squeak like that of a mouse.


    What a cute little fellow, Lynn chuckled softly.


    One of the branches entwined around the gas bag loosened, then slowly moved towards Lynn, gently wrapping around his arm and chest.


    It seems it doesnt dislike you, Harin remarked from the side.


    Who could resist such a little cutie? Lynn exchanged a nce with Harin, and they both smiled at each other.


    As they boarded the airship, Lynns goblin followers were arranged in a specially designated amodationpartment, which was spacious enough to amodate themfortably.


    Take a seat. The airship is quite fast; we should reach our destination in about half a year, Harin invited Lynn to sit down, pouring him a ss of water.


    The airship was fast? And it would take half a year to reach their destination?


    Lynn suddenly became curious about the size of the wizarding world he was in.


    Harin noticed Lynns confusion. The world where we wizards reside is known outwardly as the Continent of Vanquished Gods.


    Vanquished? Lynn thought the name seemed fitting, considering the pitiful state of the gods in the Wizard civilization.


    The Continent of Vanquished Gods is vast. The ind chain where you grew up in the Erdolu Kingdom is referred to academically as the Third Ind Chain in the Sixth District of the Eastern Outer Ring of the continent.


    Teacher, does that mean the ind we just left belongs to the Continent of Vanquished Gods? Lynn inquired.


    Not exactly, Harin exined. Thats just arge ind in the First District of the Eastern Outer Ring, rtively close to the Continent of Vanquished Gods. When we reach the Continent of Vanquished Gods, youll be able to sense the difference between it and the outer ring.


    Our Abyss Wizard Academy is located near the Abyss Crossing Great Rift Valley in the eastern part of the Continent of Vanquished Gods. Do you know why its called Abyss Crossing?


    I dont know.


    Because it is said that as long as you reach the bottom of the Great Rift Valley, you can enter the Abyss. Initially, this was the bridgehead for the Abyss to invade the Continent of Vanquished Gods.


    Lynn understood. From being a bridgehead for invasion, it had now transformed into a demonic technical academy for training wizards. It sounded quite intriguing.


    The only answer to two rogue civilizations being able to shake hands and make peace is singr: when both sides possessparable strength, or when the cost of destroying each other outweighs the benefits.


    In fact, the Abyss Crossing Great Rift Valley breeds arge number of demons. It simtes the environment of the Abyss inside. You should have the opportunity to go inside, but hunting inside the Great Rift Valley is not allowed. The demons inside are the private property of the academy. You can only hunt with the academys permission, Harin exined.


    Is this some kind of demon protectionw? Lynn asked.


    It was the first time Harin had heard of such a term, and he paused for a moment before a smirk appeared on his cold face. Something like that. But every year, there are wizards who sneak in to capture demons for experimental materials. If caught, the entire academy will be notified and criticized.


    Seeing the smile on Harins face, Lynn felt like he might have done such a thing.


    These wizards thinking indeed could not be approached from a normal persons perspective, fortunately, Lynn was rtively normal, and he felt somewhat fortunate.


    Teacher, I remember that the white-robed wizard amodated many metal bats in his body. Could it be that he modified spatial technology within his own body? Lynn asked.


    Yes, but not exactly. Harin shook his head.


    Im not exactly sure about the specifics of the operation. I havent delved much into alchemical studies, but it should involve transformation of a certain organ, then expanding the space within the transformed organ, and then keeping these metal bats inside, essentially creating a box within the body, Harin exined.


    In reality, the limitations of such transformations are substantial, and advancing to a higher level wizard bes even more challenging. As one progresses, each wizards path bes increasingly unique. While early paths may be replicable, thepanionship dwindles as one delves deeper, Harin did not forget to advocate for his mutation studies. Thats why I say mutation studies are the most promising.


    The constraints of alchemical studies are too significant; many paths have already been trodden to great heights. However, mutation studies delve into the essence of biological mutation and evolution. Everything undergoes continuous mutation during evolution. We constantly discover new dimensions, new life forms, which means we are continually uncovering new paths. Therefore, this direction is filled with vibrant vitality.


    Listening to Harins teachings, Lynn realized that he was still at the foundational stage, where he could heed the advice of those who came before him, as they were experienced. However, blind obedience wasnt an option; some things required personal experimentation.


    As the airship began to ascend, Lynn, seated by the window, gazed down as the inds below gradually diminished in size.


    Outside the window, the scenery grew increasingly elevated, and the airships speed surpassed his expectations, with thendscape outside rapidly receding.


    In the future, when you be an official wizard, you can also apply to be a recruitment mentor. Youll ride the enrollment ship around the Third Ind Chain in the Sixth District of the Eastern Outer Ring, Harin said.


    Recruitment mentors receive subsidies, and its also considered rare leisure time. Sometimes, its good to give yourself a break when youre too stretched, Harin poured himself a ss of water.


    As a recruitment mentor, you still have some privileges. For example, when you reach a certain port, you can have the ship dock there for a few days. If youre tired, its good to asionally visit your hometown, Harin added.


    Seated across from Lynn, Harin turned his head to look out the window. It was the first time Lynn had seen a hint of nostalgia in Harins eyes, though it passed fleetingly.


    Alright, theres a simpleboratory on the airship, and you can choose any empty room to rest. Therge room at the end of the corridor is mine. If you need anything, just knock, Harin said.


    Arrange your own time during this period, he waved his hand.


    On Harins airship, Lynn spent a period of tranquil life.


    Besides meditation and practicing spellcasting daily, he devoted the remaining time to studying and improving the Iron Earthworms.


    Lynn allocated all the general experience points he gained during this time to alchemical studies.


    In the subject of alchemical studies, Lynn made remarkable progress. As he advanced, Lynn discovered that alchemical studies truly lived up to its name with the inclusion of gold in its title. He found that mastering this field could be very convenient for earning extra ie.


    Moreover, the essence of alchemical studiesy in material creation, which, in a sense, was quite simr to material science.


    Many of a wizards imagination and creativity relied on alchemical materials to manifest.


    Lynn didnt want to be restricted in this regard in the future; therefore, he needed to master it himself.


    However, the greatest achievement during this period was Lynns sessful improvement of the Iron Earthworms.


    This also counted as Lynns first achievement in alchemical studies.


    Now, the name Iron Earthworm was no longer appropriate; Lynn renamed it Iron Serpent No. 1.


    The Iron Serpent No. 1 had a diameter barely half that of an Iron Earthworm.


    Yet its length stretched to twice its original size.


    In terms of flexibility and hardness, it surpassed the Iron Earthworm by more than ten times, as tested. Additionally, it could freely move in soil with low-energy concentration and had a broader perception of ground vibrations. During the manufacturing process, Lynn added certain elements of mutation studies.


    With Harins consent, Lynn transnted the invisibility gene from the lizard-men into the Iron Serpent.


    This further increased its danger and lethality.


    ording to Harins evaluation, the Iron Serpent created by Lynn was somewhat interesting among the alchemical creatures made by apprentices. Harin particrly appreciated Lynns application of mutation studies to alchemical creatures.


    Were almost there; thats the Abyss Wizard Academy ahead. What youre seeing now is the outer court; the inner court isnt visible to the naked eye.


    Standing side by side in front of the window at the front of the airship, Harin pointed towards the continuous array of buildings ahead.


    Looking out, Lynn saw the vast expanse of buildings ahead, extending from one end of the in to the other, resembling a gigantic city looming over the in.


    Within the city, there were even mountains and rivers, with buildings of various styles coexisting.


    In reality, over the past few days, Lynn had the feeling that he had arrived in the territory of some power.


    At night, he noticed several giant objects floating in the sky likepasses, each with a diameter of at least a thousand meters. They resembled colossal bronze statues of sun coronas suspended in the sky, emitting a faint purple glow under the moonlight.


    As the airship crossed the city boundary, it finally descended slowly onto a square in the central area.


    Ever since Lynn approached thend four months ago after crossing the ocean, he knew why Harin had said he would naturally sense it when they reached the Continent of Vanquished Gods.


    Upon entering the Continent of Vanquished Gods, Lynn found that the surrounding energy became milder and more orderly. This gentle and orderly energy was more conducive for wizards or magical creatures to perceive and utilize the energies of nature, fostering the development of extraordinary civilizations.


    Upon arriving at the Abyss Wizard Academy, Lynn found that the surrounding energy became even more orderly, and the energy density in the surrounding air was more than double that of the outside world. In this abundant environment, even experiments would be more stable.