Undead Mage: I Have a Skeleton Clone-Chapter 455 - 333: Fang Zhou Transfers Schools? Legendary Bigshots Battle for Supremacy!
That’s because at that stage, a Professional’s body condenses an Invisible Energy Core, which acts as a central hub for all their power. From then on, with targeted training, they have the opportunity to inscribe a Professional Specialty into their Energy Core with each new Great Level they achieve.
In other words, an Apprentice-level Professional like Fang Zhou had not yet condensed an Invisible Energy Core. Even with the right training techniques, it was nearly impossible to master a Professional Specialty.
However, since Principal Su Tiankuo had promised Fang Zhou in front of everyone that he could learn an Undead Mage Professional Specialty, he must have the technology and means to fulfill that promise.
Fang Zhou was now filled with anticipation for the advanced technology of the Longxia Federation. He temporarily suppressed his excitement, planning to have a thorough discussion with Instructor Su Xinyan about which Professional Specialty he should choose. This decision would not only shape his future cultivation path but also serve as a crucial supplement to his Combat Ability. He hoped to find a specialty that could both enhance his combat power and complement his existing skills.
Like Skills, each Profession’s Professional Specialties are divided into two categories: exclusive and universal. From what I understand, the accumulated knowledge of the Undead Mage Profession is currently quite shallow. There aren’t many exclusive Professional Specialties, just a few ordinary ones that increase the number of summoned creatures or reduce Mana consumption. On the other hand, there are many powerful universal Professional Specialties available to Magic Professionals. The Wisdom Incarnation Specialty, for instance, can enhance the effects of all magic Skills. The Mana Conductor Specialty, which is like an enhanced version of the Calm and Relaxed Skill, can significantly increase Mana recovery speed.
After mentally reviewing these tantalizing Professional Specialties, I should check the final reward: access to the resource libraries of the top ten military academies. Although the exchange is limited to 500 contribution points, that’s more than enough for an Upper-rank Apprentice like me. After all, the only truly valuable ones are the resource libraries of the top four military academies ranked above Sea City Military Academy. The Dragon City Military Academy, in particular, has been number one for five consecutive years. Their resource library must contain plenty of treasures I can use.
I should consider what I need. After acquiring the Nether Amber, I’m not short on general resources. However, the Black Gem Dragon Egg that Major General Ning Danxin gave me still lacks some key hatching materials. Major General Ning Danxin already prepared sufficient universal hatching materials for me in advance. The most critical component, the catalyst that determines the Black Gem Young Dragon’s Energy Attribute, hasn’t been chosen yet. After thinking it over, I’ve decided to raise this Black Gem Young Dragon to be a powerful Spirit Pet with the Undead Attribute. Therefore, I’ll search the military academies’ resource libraries thoroughly for any Undead Attribute materials needed to hatch the Black Gem Dragon Egg.
The thought filled me with excitement. These resource libraries contained a vast array of rare materials—an undeniable treasure trove for a growing Professional.
While Fang Zhou was lost in thought, Su Tiankuo, who was standing beside him, noticed his silence. He coughed lightly and said casually, "Also, Fang Zhou, that portable Concentration Meditation Array we gave you before the new recruit tournament? Consider that an advance on your reward. You performed even better than we imagined. After all, not just anyone could have survived a siege by dozens of other cadets without dying once, all while protecting that portable Concentration Meditation Array."
Su Tiankuo tapped open his personal terminal and sent a string of redemption codes to Fang Zhou. "Fang Zhou," he said, "once you leave the Simulation Battlefield, you can check the redemption codes and the corresponding list of rewards I just sent you. Some of the rewards I mentioned can be claimed immediately here at Sea City Military Academy. For others, you’ll need to wait a bit while they are transferred from the resource libraries of other academies. Furthermore, the Apprentice-level, Undead Attribute Heavenly and Earthly Treasure you need—the Nether Amber—is extremely difficult to find. It needs to be sourced for you from the Longxia Federation Military Department, so that will take a little longer."
Having said his piece, Su Tiankuo signaled for Fang Zhou to leave. "Alright, you are dismissed."
Fang Zhou snapped back to reality, gave Su Tiankuo a military salute, and was about to turn and return to the formation.
Just then, the principal of Dragon City Military Academy, who had been standing silently behind Su Tiankuo, suddenly spoke up. "Wait a moment, Cadet Fang Zhou. Are you interested in participating in a semester exchange at our Dragon City Military Academy? If you’re willing, we could even arrange to have your military registration transferred to us permanently. It wouldn’t be a problem."
The principal of Dragon City Military Academy shot a sidelong glance at the astonished Su Tiankuo and snorted. He then turned back to Fang Zhou, his expression softening. "Fang Zhou, while our Dragon City Military Academy may not have faculty specializing in the Undead Mage Profession, our academy has very mature training experience and specialized, high-priority programs for outstanding Magic Professional cadets like yourself. Furthermore, if necessary, we can connect you with a few senior Undead Mages for guidance and discussion. What do you say, Fang Zhou? Think about it."
Upon hearing this, a flicker of astonishment broke through Fang Zhou’s normally calm expression.
The principal of Dragon City Military Academy is a Legendary Crown Deep Cold Warlock who awakened the Frost Attribute. Because of his Energy Attribute, he always appears stern and unsmiling, giving off the impression of an ancient, unmelting iceberg. I never would have imagined that he would so brazenly extend an olive branch to me in front of everyone, especially right in front of Sea City Military Academy’s Principal Su Tiankuo. This is just blatant poaching, trying to steal talent from right under Su Tiankuo and Sea City Military Academy’s noses. Of course, I can’t easily take a side in a clash between such powerful figures.
Fortunately, Su Tiankuo didn’t put him in a difficult position.
Su Tiankuo’s old face turned as black as the bottom of a pot. His lips trembled with anger, and his beard bristled. Then, with no regard for the dignity of a Legendary Crowned Strongman, he bellowed in a furious rage, "You old fogey, you’re really asking for a beating! Do you think I’m too old to lift my axe? How dare you poach my student right in front of me!"
Facing Su Tiankuo’s roar, the Dragon City principal simply regarded it as a gentle breeze, his expression remaining perfectly serene. He looked at Fang Zhou with keen anticipation. He hadn’t said those things just to irk Su Tiankuo; he was genuinely astounded by Fang Zhou’s heaven-defying performance and formidable Combat Ability in the new recruit tournament. To have such an excellent Magic Professional student studying at Sea City Military Academy under a brute like Su Tiankuo was a complete waste. He truly cherished talent, which was why he had extended an olive branch to Fang Zhou in front of everyone.
Watching the exchange between the two principals, I felt both surprised and a little helpless. I understood that this wasn’t just a confrontation between two men, but a microcosm of the rivalry between the two great military academies. Su Tiankuo’s anger wasn’t just about personal pride; it was sparked because the Dragon City principal’s actions were encroaching upon the interests of Sea City Military Academy. In this situation, staying silent is my best option.
Just then, as the discussions among the cadets below grew more heated over the confrontation, another principal couldn’t help but cough loudly.
"You two, please show some decorum. Settle your affairs in private and don’t delay the rest of the awards ceremony."
With that said, the principal turned to Fang Zhou and abruptly changed the subject. "Ahem, Fang Zhou, our Celestial City Military Academy has an instructor who is a Glory Champion-level Summoner. He has significant insight into training those of the Summoning Series. If you’re interested, you are always welcome to come to our Celestial City Military Academy for an exchange."
