Wizard: Adventures in Two Worlds-Chapter 606 - 23: Fur

Lynn chose a dwelling that was neither too far nor too close to the Wizard Tower. It allowed him to receive the protection of a Second Ring Wizard while ensuring his own privacy.

Upon arriving at the chosen location, he took out a simple tent from his spatial equipment and casually tossed it forward.

"Whoosh..."

The tent swelled with the wind, transforming in an instant into several square meters, and firmly adhered to the ground once it landed.

"Wizard Lynn."

A stranger’s voice rang out.

Lynn turned around and nodded in greeting:

"Wizard Charlotte, hello."

Charlotte, a First Ring Middle Stage Wizard, had just surpassed fifty in age and was one of the academy’s most promising candidates for the Second Ring.

She cultivated the academy’s orthodox inheritance—the Hundred Transformation Magic.

This witchcraft allowed the cultivator to freely adjust their physique, appearance, and even aura and spiritual fluctuations.

After becoming an Official Wizard, one could even transform into a strange stone, vibrating gold, and other bizarre objects to handle various situations.

There were many ’legends’ about Charlotte at the academy.

Some said she was a woman who changed her gender through witchcraft, while others claimed she was a man all along.

But without exception,

everyone who had seen him knew Charlotte was ’beautiful,’ a beauty that transcended gender.

With exquisite features, a slender and shapely figure, ambiguous gender, and unparalleled skills in artifact refining.

As an Artifact Refiner, he didn’t need to go to the front lines to eliminate demons.

"A sixteen-year-old Official Wizard."

Charlotte looked at Lynn, speaking with a tone of admiration:

"Whether by opportunity or luck, Wizard Lynn’s advancement at this age is enviable."

"I’m hosting a banquet at my residence tonight, having invited a few Wizards. Are you interested?"

"Oh!" Lynn’s eyes flickered:

"When?"

"When the blazing sun dips behind the mountains." Seeing his acceptance, a hint of a smile appeared on Charlotte’s face:

"I’ll be waiting for you."

"Alright."

......

It was a small gathering.

Participants in the gathering were all Academy Wizards, and all relatively young yet of not low cultivation.

Clearly,

this was a rather high-end event.

Lynn’s involvement was a recognition of his excellence among the academy’s elite Wizards.

"Charlotte rarely invites others personally." A female wizard with full white hair and striking looks whispered to Lynn:

"Few receive his acknowledgment, and you’re one of them."

"It’s my honor." Lynn lifted his glass, gently clinking with hers, taking a sip. A slightly sweet and refreshing aroma seeped into his stomach, relaxing every cell in his body, causing him to unconsciously praise:

"Good wine!"

"Hehe..." Maki, also an Academy Wizard, followed the orthodox path of the Natural School.

Holding her glass, she watched the performance of a dozen dancers and casually asked:

"Did Charles offend you?"

"Hmm." Lynn nodded:

"He’s the one who introduced me to Jito."

"Oh?" Maki raised an eyebrow:

"No wonder!"

Everyone present knew Jito intended to harm Lynn but ended up failing and instead contributed to Lynn’s strength.

In this way, Charles and Lynn were at odds.

"Some become Wizards through resources and talent, others through luck." Maki pondered, then said:

"But regardless, if someone loses their ambition after advancing as a Wizard, they’ll ultimately achieve nothing."

"Though Charles is still alive, he’s already dead in spirit. You needn’t fuss with someone like that."

"Hmm..." Lynn frowned:

"Are you advising me to be magnanimous?"

"No!" Maki shook her head:

"I’m advising you not to rush. Although Charles has lost his drive, he remains a First Ring Middle Stage Wizard, and he’s reaped plenty of benefits from his business outside, so even if you plan to deal with him, you should be cautious."

"Your potential is vast, and your future bright. It isn’t worth jeopardizing your cultivation over someone like that."

"Of course..."

She turned slightly, offering a soft smile:

"You can ask me for help. As long as you pay enough, I’m willing to help solve your problem."

Saying this, she gracefully tossed her smooth white hair.

Lynn paused as he gazed at her white hair, not feeling enticed but rather feeling a chill.

Petrification Skill!

It seemed her hair had undergone some modification, similar to Medusa. A single glance could spell disaster.

"No need."

Lynn lightly shook his head:

"I would prefer to handle it myself."

"Haha..." A hearty laugh came from across, interrupting their conversation:

"Drink, let’s drink to our fill today."

Lynn looked up.

Beastman Nicole, though having beastman bloodline and a huge, burly frame, was a sage.

It’s said that among the Beastman Clan, there’s a unique breed responsible for guiding their kind, possessing high innate intelligence.

Nicole was likely one of them.

His path was shadow and spiritual heritage, with a mirror tied to his waist, and he was the only Advanced Wizard Apprentice at the gathering.

Among many Wizards present, only Maki, Charlotte, and Nicole truly drew attention.

Lynn lifted his glass in acknowledgment, and as the alcohol’s effect took over, he muddle-headedly bid farewell.

Others either embraced beautiful women or handsome men and went upstairs, or clung to a barrel, drinking away.

But Wizards rarely got together.

This was quite normal.

Wizardry’s methods are too bizarre, and most keep a few tricks up their sleeves. Those unguarded could easily be manipulated, leading to endless tales of one’s life becoming miserable by merely attending a banquet.

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A fortnight later.

"Out!"

Lynn muttered as his body shook slightly, releasing a blaze engulfing the entire area.

When the flames dissipated, a fire scale flood dragon over three meters long appeared in his place.

"Finally, it’s done."

Lynn swayed his body, his tail flicking as sparks floated around him, and the rich fire element particles eagerly rushed into him.

"A First Tier Peak fire scale flood dragon, though not quite matching a First Ring Late Stage Wizard, it’s close enough."

"Sadly..."

"Maintaining this transformation consumes too much spiritual power. With my current cultivation, I can last a minute at most."

Even a minute at First Ring Late Stage was enough to tackle most dangers.

Moreover, Lynn wasn’t just a Wizard; he also mastered numerous advanced martial arts techniques. A First Tier Peak physique in other Wizards’ hands might only withstand magic, but he could unleash its utmost potential.

"Great Flame Witch Vein..."

With a turn, Lynn reverted to human form, thoughtfully resting his chin on his hand:

"Progress in this lineage is slow. Without enhancing one’s bloodline, reaching First Ring Peak from the Early Stage even in two hundred years seems implausible."

"No wonder Jito keeps taking on disciples!"

Normal cultivation doesn’t suffice, but devouring disciples to strengthen oneself and boost cultivation works.

Jito was initially inconspicuous, later becoming a potential candidate for the Second Ring, achieved by devouring one disciple after another.

"Luckily, my situation is better, having an innate First Ring Peak bloodline, with a prospect of becoming a Second Ring Wizard in a century."

A century?

Lynn gently shook his head.

He could wait, but his main body couldn’t.

In a century’s time, Fourth Tier and even Fifth Tier gods would emerge, forcing his main body to flee in defeat.

Thus...

If Lynn wished to aid his main body, he had to elevate his cultivation to at least the Third Tier and connect with Fourth Tier or even Fifth Tier inheritance.

"The main body wishes for me to continue down the path of the Great Flame Witch Vein, likely seeing its potential. However, taking on disciples to devour them contradicts the Knight Path, which presents a bit of a dilemma."

Shaking his head, Lynn turned and left the room.

Today was his day to trade potions.

After a few steps, his stride halted abruptly, and he bent down to pick up a tuft of blue fur from the ground.

The familiar aura caused Lynn to slightly narrow his eyes.

He had seen this before. It was the same kind left behind where Susan disappeared, with an identical aura.