Three days and three nights had passed, and Moransiu sat there motionless for the entire duration. In these three days, Moransiu's magic cavity underwent its first transformation. What was once a single magic cavity had now become two. The two magic cavities were closely nestled together, with magic continuously swirling within them.
For ordinary magicians, when they advanced from level three to level four, their single magic cavity also split into two. However, they wouldn't dare to absorb magic so recklessly within such a short period. After all, not everyone had Moransiu's courage. It was well known that the magic cavity was like a core of magic; without it, one's magic would be depleted.
Now, Moransiu had finally broken through the limitations of level three, and from today onwards, he would be considered an Intermediate Magician. Intermediate Magicians held a relatively high status in the Holy Spirit Continent. Most minor nobles were eager to befriend Intermediate Magicians.
"Being an Intermediate Magician is indeed another realm. My magic power is now ten times stronger than before," Moransiu opened his eyes, gazing up at the scattered stars in the sky, and let out a long howl.
The magic within his body now circulated faster than ever before.
Moransiu could sense the magical elements in the natural world more clearly now. When he first entered the Magic Academy, Moransiu had heard from his teachers that there were three types of magical elements in the natural world. Each person had a different affinity towards these elements, and usually, people could only absorb one type—the one they were most attuned to.
"However, I sense not just one but three types of elements. When absorbing, I take in all three elements simultaneously," Moransiu pondered for a moment but couldn't find an answer, so he descended from the Luli moution.
He felt unusually hungry at this moment, as if he could devour a small calf. Moransiu didn't know how long he had spent meditating this time. During this period, he hadn't eaten anything; it was strange not to be hungry!
Moransiu often disappeared for several days, but Muk and the others were used to it and weren't worried.
...
Time flew by, and before they knew it, it was three years later.
Spring of 1403 in the Holy Spirit calendar.
After entering the realm of Intermediate Magician, there weren't significant barriers between the fourth, fifth, and sixth levels. Once enough magic was accumulated, one could naturally progress to the next level.
After three years of training, Moransiu's magic power had reached the level of a sixth-level Magician. At Mulan Academy, the highest level of magic attainable was the sixth level. Of course, among those at the sixth level, there were distinctions: some were in the early stages, some in the middle, and some in the late stages.
Zolon, the genius student of Mulan Academy, had reached the sixth level a year ago and was now in the middle stages of the sixth level. Zolon didn't have any immediate plans to leave the academy; he wanted to break through to the seventh level of Magician within Mulan Academy and then apply for graduation.
Great magicians who graduated from Mulan Academy held high status. Of course, within the academy, even if one hadn't reached the level of an Advanced Magician after reaching Intermediate Magician, they could still apply for graduation. However, such an application might not necessarily be approved. It was usually older magicians who had been stuck at the Intermediate level for a long time that might be approved for graduation.
"Moransiu, the Exchange Conference of the Four Great Magic Academies will take place in one month. Will you participate?" Muk asked while holding a low-grade magic crystal, looking at Moransiu.
The Exchange Conference, held once every ten years among the four major magic academies, was very grand. The conference was held in the royal capital, and the king might personally attend. If any students performed exceptionally well, they might receive the king's commendation or even be granted a certain status in advance.
Therefore, every magician from the four major academies wanted to participate in this conference. However, those with lower strength were aware of their abilities. There were only a few spots available for participation, usually reserved for the highest-ranking students.
"The Exchange Conference?" Moransiu showed a slight expression of surprise. Since he didn't attend classes or interact much with others, it was normal for him not to have heard of this Exchange Conference.
"Since the establishment of the four major academies until now, there has been an Exchange Conference among the students every ten years, supposedly for magical research. However, in reality, it's also a competition between the four academies to see whose students are of the highest quality. Although Mulan Academy was the first of the four academies to be established, in the past hundred years, Mulan Academy has never achieved first place in the Exchange Conference. Furthermore, we've almost always ranked last," Muk looked at Moransiu with disappointment. Moransiu seemed indifferent to anything except cultivation.
"That makes sense. One month later?" Moransiu raised an eyebrow and asked.
Seeing Moransiu showing some interest, Muk happily said, "Yes, one month from now."
"Then let's talk about it then; it's still early," Moransiu said.
Moransiu was twelve years old, and Muk was fifteen. Muk's magic level was still at level two, not far from level three. If it weren't for Moransiu, it would probably take him another three years to reach level three.
Clear Water Residence!
Moransiu, Lila, and Billy were sitting at a table.
Lila looked worried. "The Exchange Conference, held once every ten years, is about to begin. Which students should we send to participate in the competition this time?"
For more than ten sessions in a row, Mulan Academy hadn't won first place. This wasn't good for the school's reputation.
However, Billy seemed relaxed and said casually, "We have five slots, so we need five people."
"Is the Exchange Conference held in the royal capital?" Moransiu, who had been quiet for a long time, suddenly spoke. He was here because Billy had notified him.
"Yes, it's held in the royal capital. The king may attend the event in person. The Exchange Conference of the Four Great Magic Academies is one of the most important events in the kingdom and receives a lot of attention," Billy said with a smile.
"Moransiu, are you still unable to use the Illusion Stone?" Lila asked Moransiu.
"Yes, Instructor Lila," Moransiu replied honestly.
"Ah, what a pity. If you could learn magic skills, we might not have to worry so much this time. Moransiu, your magic power has reached the level of a sixth-level Magician, right?" Lila looked somewhat disappointed. Why couldn't a child with such high magical talent learn magic skills?
"Yes, it reached the sixth level three months ago," Moransiu said.
"Zolon, that kid, reached the sixth level a year ago. Billy, how long do you think it will take for Zolon to break through to the seventh level of Magician?" Lila asked about Zolon, her eyes showing a hint of excitement.
"It's hard to
say. Perhaps a month, perhaps a year, perhaps five years," Billy said indifferently.