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The connections, channels, resources, information, etc. represented behind it are even more intangible benefits.
Even if the family power is not taken into account, just by himself, a senior spellcaster is enough to make me feel sincerely excited.
Master strength and methods are not comparable to those of ordinary professionals. A tenth-level ordinary professional warrior who has just entered the advanced level, with my current strength, it is estimated that I can kill the opponent in a single confrontation, and the opponent cannot escape even if he wants to.
But as a tenth-level ordinary mage who has just entered the advanced level, regardless of winning or losing, as long as the opponent masters a master-level teleportation spell, there is a high probability that I will not be able to keep the opponent, unless the opponent has not prepared spells in advance, and I was not far away from him, so there was still the possibility of killing him in a sneak attack.
However, those who can grow into high-level spellcasters are almost all strong people who have gone through many screenings. They are truly strong people from heart to strength. It is difficult to find this attribute of newcomers who carelessly underestimate the enemy.
This is one of the two reasons why I chose to fool Roy instead of using violence.
Another reason is that even if I use violence to defeat the opponent, it will also make him realize my true strength. A ninth-order mutant black dragon. Although I am very powerful and have possibly unlimited potential, I want to let a It is much more difficult for a senior spellcaster to surrender willingly than to make him surrender and worship an adult black dragon.
This is a very realistic thing.
After all, potential is just potential, and it has not yet been converted into actual strength. Sometimes it is not only impossible to make people bow down and surrender, but it is easy to have dissatisfaction.
How much is the value of a mutant dragon with extraordinary potential and not very powerful strength?
Slavery, Research, Trafficking.
Just think about it, there are probably many beings ready to take action.
After the initial transformation of the dragon vein was completed,
Roy left the Black Blood Valley with the mission.
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"Although I am under the claws of a black dragon, in terms of results, this should be the best choice."
Walking out of the Black Blood Valley and feeling the power of the long dragon veins surging in his body, Roy could not hide his excitement. The helpless look that he felt when he was forced to accept the family contract in the valley could not be found on his face at this moment.
His lifespan is very short, and his potential is almost exhausted. He can break through to an advanced spell caster only with the help of external objects. From now on, let alone becoming a master spell caster, he will just take one or two more steps. Whether he can succeed in reaching level 11 or 12 is still unknown.
And now?
Having a powerful adult black dragon as a backer is one of them.
The increase in lifespan brought about by the transformation of dragon veins can at least allow Roy to live for another hundred or two hundred years. This is the second reason.
The improvement in qualification potential brought by Dragon Veins makes it easier for Mortal Roy to break through the professional level. This is the third one!
Roy chose to take such a huge risk to talk to an adult black dragon about business and describe the huge benefits contained in it. This was intended to induce the black dragon to rely on and value him.
Only in this way can we increase our bargaining chips and get a proud adult black dragon to sign a family contract with him!
In Roy's opinion, with the arrogance and strength of an adult black dragon, although he would not regard a new high-level spell caster as an ant, he would not take it too seriously, so even if Roy took the initiative Even if he surrenders, the adult black dragon may not necessarily take him under his command.
It is estimated that many adult Chromatic dragons are more willing to kill the opponent directly, eat the corpse, and then plunder the opponent's wealth. This may be easier for them.
"There is also dragon blood. With the dragon blood given by the master, the overall strength of the family will quickly jump to a higher level!" Roy thought of the several large bottles of dragon blood stored in the space bag, and his mood became even more joyful.
As for whether the breath and characteristics of the dragon blood will be exposed after the transformation?
It doesn't matter, if it's exposed, it's exposed.
Because humans transformed by dragon blood have other names among humans.
Dragon Blood Warrior, Dragon Vein Warlock, Dragon Born…
Among humans, many high families and individuals have the blood of dragons even if they weren't direct descendants of the true Dragons. This kind of thing is not uncommon.
Some are the bloodline left by the true dragons, and some are the bloodline produced by slaying the dragons (both the true dragon and the sub-dragon).
Therefore, even if it is exposed, no one will think that the Siglinde family has taken refuge under a black dragon. They will only envy and lament the Siglinde family's good luck in obtaining dragon blood.
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Black Blood Valley, Longtan.
I took the space bag containing the transaction items from Danylan, input my magic power, checked the contents, then put it aside, looked at the gift given by Roy.
The enormous black battle-axe it's sharp edges were reflecting all the light and shining with silver tint it's handel was made of magic iron with many enchantments placed on it.
Aucording to Roy it was found in a treasure chest from a high rank dungeon found in the North of Del Kingdom.
Dungeons are enigmatic structures that appear across every realm in Realmspace. Their origins remain a mystery to most creatures, but there is a prevailing theory linking them to the Infinite Layers of the Abyss. The Abyss is a chaotic and ever-shifting realm, notorious for its instability. Occasionally, its chaotic energies pierce through the veil between realms, creating temporary rifts or connections. These rifts result in the formation of pocket dimensions, commonly known as dungeons or labyrinths.
As these rifts extend, they distort reality, spawning it's own creatures and mutating nearby creatures into monstrous beings resembling demons—creatures born from the very chaos of the Abyss. These dungeons not only serve as spawning grounds for such creatures but also act as repositories for valuable treasures, ancient magic, and even remnants of long-lost gods. How? and Why? well it's hardly understood even by God's?
Their unpredictable nature makes them both a sought-after destination for adventurers and an ever-present threat to the stability of the surrounding realms.
Despite their peril, dungeons are coveted by adventurers seeking fame and fortune, and by scholars who wish to unravel their mysteries. For bards, they offer endless tales of danger and heroism, while for bandits and monsters, they serve as both refuge and battleground.
So the huge axe was a unique item and is possibly the creation of Abyss itself.
After admiring the axe for few seconds I lowered my head and ordered Danylan.
Write a scene in which ""You will be solely responsible for Roy's affairs from now on. It would not only help you developing your magic but you could also use their connections to look for your mother"
"Thank you for trusting me. I will follow your orders to the best of my abilities." Caladan bowed, her voice firm and respectful, though a quiet undercurrent of excitement pulsed within her.
"I am aware that you will," came the response, a faint smile tugging at the corners of the my lips. "There is also a rumor circulating that you have accepted an apprentice."
"I did, my lord!" Caladan's ample chest swelled with pride at the acknowledgement.
"That's very rare of you," I said, raising a brow. "Lady Danyla Daemoira, the proud and noble leader of the Greenwood Tribe, who has only ever bowed once in her life… The only things that come to my mind are that the child is either extremely lucky, has unparalleled talent in magic, or perhaps both, to have caught your attention. Now I am curious to know more about it."
Danyla smiled, her gaze softening with the recollection of her apprentice. Her expression changed from one of stoic nobility to a warmth that hinted at deep affection. "Yes, she is a great mage with immense potential, perhaps even surpassing my own someday," Danyla said, her voice laced with excitement. "Born with an affinity to her own element... Though I have yet to determine precisely what it is, I am certain it is rare. Extraordinary, even."
"Mmm," the I mused, intrigued by her enthusiasm. "If you are praising her with such words, I am sure she will be a mage of great renown. But tell me, what fascinates me more is how Lady Danyla Daemoira, who scarcely has time to handle the affairs of her own tribe, found the time to teach this girl. Why?"
Danyla's gaze drifted, her eyes growing distant as if they were peering into the depths of her past. "Whenever I look at her," she began softly, her voice filled with a nostalgia that made the room feel still, "I am reminded of myself when I was a little girl. In her eyes, I see that same love for magic, that wonder and fascination. I remember when my mother cast first spell in front of me, and the way I felt… it was like the world was suddenly full of endless possibilities."
She paused for a moment, lost in the memory, before continuing, "The first time I cast that spell in front of her—my apprentice—she had that same look. The same wide-eyed awe, the same fire in her soul… and it stirred something inside me I had forgotten. You see, over time, magic became a tool for me, a means to search for my mother, to find answers. But somewhere along the way, I had forgotten how beautiful, how joyous magic could be."
Danyla's voice trembled slightly, betraying the depth of the emotions she had buried for so long. "She gave me a firm reminder of what magic was when I was young. She reignited that spark in me that had long dimmed. I couldn't help but admire her—just as I once admired my own mother. It's why I became a mage in the first place. I credit my mother for that... and now, this girl... she reminds me of that purity of spirit, that untainted love for magic."
She looked up, her eyes now resolute and clear. "That is why I took her in. Not just because of her talent, but because she reminded me of who I once was. She is... a light in a dark world, and I wish to guide that light, nurture it, and ensure it never fades."
The atmosphere was heavy with silence for a moment, the weight of her words settling deep into the hearts of those present. Then, with a deep breath, she straightened her posture, returning to the composed and dignified leader she was known to be.
"But enough of that," she said, her voice regaining its strength. "I will handle Roy's affairs, as you have asked master. And I will do so with the dedication."
There was no doubting her commitment now, her resolve as unshakable as the magic that coursed through her veins.
"Okay, step back."
"Yes."
Danylan withdrew.
I looked at Danylan who was leaving, and the other party's information emerged in my mind.
[Mage Level: Seventh Level High Level] [Biological order: Eighth Order High]
"Is her biological order higher than the mage level?" I was a bit speechless.
This is understandable. Driven by the feedback from the Familiar Contract and Danylan's own improvement with Overeat Skill, it is quite normal to overtake the mage level.
The improvement of caster level requires a substantial increase in mental power, so the improvement is naturally relatively slow.
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In the dragon's lair.
I took out the items from the space bag.
Four spell books made from monster skins with corresponding attributes, namely:
Trick : Zero Tier : Hand of the Mage
Trick : Zero Tier : Communication
Lower Spell Second Tier : Invisibility
Median Spell : Third Tier : Acceleration
Among them, the two tricks of Mage's Hand and Communication are to make it more convenient for my daily life. I then decided to learn them. The proficiency level does not need to be high, just getting started will not take much time.
As for invisibility and acceleration, these two spells are used to improve strength. The invisibility technique is to cover up my increasingly huge dragon body, allowing me to use a variety of tactics in battle. Although I have learned the shrinking spell, my strength will decrease after using the shrinking technique. The smaller I shrinks, the lower the The greater the amplitude, but the invisibility spell will not have any negative impact on the strength.
The spell Acceleration is the only mid-range spell in this transaction. Its effect is just like its name, which is to apply a spell that will cause you or other creatures to move faster.
I did not choose to learn those seemingly gorgeous spells. The spells I chose were either practical or could add to my strength.
The only attack spell I have learned so far is the first-tier water blade.
Well, it's just an entry-level water blade. Even if the real water dragon's power bonus to water spells is included, it's far less destructive than the destructive power caused by my pure dragon body, not to mention my new heat breath.
Even if the proficiency of the Water Blade is brushed to the proficient level or even the highest level of return to nature, the power will be just that, unless a large amount of magic power is forcibly used to upgrade it, but this is obviously not worth the gain. The magic power consumed to upgrade the level is enough to use the corresponding upgrade several times. The spell after several rounds.
If you really want to learn such a gorgeous attack spell, it must be a spell with a higher tier. Otherwise, it will have little effect on me, and it will only enrich my spell library, and there is a high probability that I will be at the bottom of the list. However, high-tier spells are very precious and are strategic items. The current strength of the Siglinde family cannot reach this level.
And this is also the reason why the types of spells that I am trading now do not have those fancy attack spells. Any Door, Reduction, Water Element Strengthening, Hydrotherapy, Weakness, Secret Mark, as well as the Mage's Hand, Communication, Invisibility, and Acceleration that are now obtained. Nowadays, my spell library is focused on one word.
-Practical!
'Let's get started with these four spells first.' I thought to myself.
One day, two days, and more than half a month passed in the blink of an eye.
Four spells, all for beginners.
The time spent studying spells is very boring and lonely, and I also need to relax myself occasionally with the Beast Girls, rarely would Danylan be with them.
In the dragon's nest that was four or five times larger, I stretched my huge dragon body wantonly, and my scales and muscles shook like waves.
Like an arrow breaking through a water pool, dozens of tons of water sprayed into the sky, making the sky golden and gorgeous under the sunlight.
Invisibility!
I silently recited the magic spell and used this new spell.
The black-scaled beast, which was originally more than eighteen meters long and had a wingspan of more than thirty-seven meters, disappeared in mid-air without a trace.
"Mana consumption is acceptable." I felt satisfied after feeling it silently.
The larger the invisible volume, the more magic power is consumed. With my current size, the mana consumed is naturally not small, but this is only for ordinary spell casters.
For me, the huge dragon body is not only an external manifestation of physical strength, but also a manifestation of the level of magic power stored.
This little magic power consumption is just a splash in a pound.
There was no need to flap my wings, and I, suspended in mid-air, flew at a neither fast nor slow speed.
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