A lot of people have gathered outside the tower.
Some of the players have already left, heading to Selva to wait for the next round of competition, while others have packed up and returned to Ayinbrok.
The remaining people gathered outside the tower and watched the door of the tower open again and the last group of contestants walked out.
The crowd included Cui Xisi and Zheng Yongjae. Compared with the former who looked worried, the latter looked much calmer. The short boy looked for companions in the crowd and soon found other players from the Guta delegation.
, he waved his hand in that direction.
The second trial of the tower is now underway, and it happens to be the eighth day.
People are also having final discussions:
"Who else is in the tower?"
"Luo Fen, and the Dragon Alchemist."
"If nothing else, who is in front and who is behind?"
"I don't know, but the one in the lead has already entered behind three hundred and seventy-one doors."
"Where's the other one?"
"We've just passed the third red door."
There was not much discussion about the rest, and the voices fell silent.
Because there is nothing to discuss, a big news came out this year. The Empire Twins, who were favored before the game, were eliminated early, and the Sanshak delegation, the team with the most potential to win the championship in the second division, was involved in a cheating scandal and lost the competition.
qualifications.
The above news was sent to Awochik, the capital of the empire, in a printed newspaper, in the hands of the president of a certain craftsmen's association. The latter was sitting on a wicker chair at the moment, reading the first few pages of the newspaper, his eyes
Shifting glanced from above, his expression calm.
There are several books on the table beside, "History of the Northern War" and "Oshur Alchemical Annals", stacked together, and a human voice is coming from a crystal next to it:
"I heard that many people were stumped by the hurdles you set. Only seven people passed the third red door this year. However, in chronological order, Juno and Georgifen can still enter the finals of the Hall of the Holy King."
Friston didn't even raise his eyelids, his attention still fell on the newspaper in front of him, and he replied: "Young people should have their own judgment instead of blindly following it. This is also a good thing."
The crystal lit up, "What about the game itself? Aren't you afraid of being laughed at by those people?"
"It's not the alchemists who have to worry about this. The competition itself is still growing in attention. This competition has attracted more new viewers, and more and more people are becoming interested in alchemy."
"You are still so true to your profession. As for the young man you are optimistic about, besides the student from FOX, I remember there is another one."
"He is still in the tower. Both of them should have passed the third level. If they can pass it, it means they can at least accept the empire's ideas. Even if they don't fully understand it, they at least have an idea of it."
Friston folded the newspaper and placed it on the table, waiting for the servant to take it away.
He watched the servant close the door before continuing: "After they arrive in Ayinbrok, I will take the time to meet them. Those knowledgeable young people will become the successors of this plan, just like back then."
"Are you leaving Archie Walker?"
"No, I won't leave my seat until everything settles."
The voice in the crystal asked: "So what do you think, Your Majesty?"
"Where are the magician families?"
"Except for Old Viper, all the other families have thought about it. Without Falcon as the backbone, most of the other families are just facilitators."
"His Majesty's attitude is naturally the same as before," Friston said in a calm tone. "All plans are as accurate as the clock hand moving on the dial. When all the dust settles, the results will be revealed."
"I hope so, but what I'm more curious about is another thing. It's widely rumored that you have met Ash Lynn before?"
"I have only heard of him," Friston shook his head, "but I have never met this person in person. I met his 'daughter' not long ago. Why, are you interested in this too?"
"I am also a member of the seven major families," the voice said, "so did you ever push open the fourth door of the Winter Solstice Tower back then?"
"You mean the last door?" Friston's eyes flashed with light, and then he flatly refused, "I don't know."
"Haha, I understand."
The voice in the crystal faded away.
Friston turned his head sideways and looked between the white-painted window grilles. In the distance outside the window was a tile-red roof. Birds were crossing the clock tower, flapping their wings. The sky was blue, and the afternoon in the Empire was still sunny.
But there are already dark clouds gathering on the horizon, cirrocumulus clouds are piling up into mountains and forming walls, shadows are forming in the clouds, there are already shadows of rolling thunder on the horizon, the rainy season is coming, and after that storms will sweep across the entire empire.
Even the vast sea of clouds outside the empire.
His fingers tapped the armrests of the wicker chair rhythmically, as if thinking about everything.
In history, only one person has entered that door.
…
A group of young people gathered in that small attic, just like many years ago, the alchemists discussed the future of alchemy day and night at 17-3-1 Royal Boulevard, and later those people grew into a school.
It is also the most famous Oshuric school in the world of alchemy, the origin of the Imperial Workshop, and the leader of the sixth technical route also came from this school.
That small pigeon cage-like room was later burned down in a fire, and then rebuilt, and now it was built into a solemn hall. The Imperial people thought that the atmosphere there was gloomy, but it still lived up to its name - that is
The predecessor of the Hall of the Holy King.
Britta also believed that their tiny group might become the predecessor of a school of thought in the future. Ether never lied. She also firmly believed that what she was pursuing was the truth, as long as one day people could get rid of their prejudices.
Among the young people around her, some are here because of her, while others have no independent opinions and just go with the flow, choosing because of the choices of those around them. Only a few, one or two, can truly understand her and her thoughts.
If you come here, you will understand what they are talking about.
But the girl doesn't mind. For people who walk on the same path, some will eventually leave, but some will join in the middle. As long as the path itself is correct, then they will definitely reach the end, and she thinks she will reach the end.
That person.
People who walk on paths that are not recognized by ordinary people are always confident.
She stood aside, leaning on the bookcase, watching her companions express their opinions one after another. Some talked about the understanding of ether, some talked about the future of the school, and about the dispute twenty years ago.
of.
Whenever this happens, Arnett will stand up, interrupt the conversation, and redirect the conversation back to the right track, "Don't discuss things that have been settled. Although you may have some questions, that is already the rule of the magic circle.
Consensus, do not openly question the rulings of the Seven Schools." She is the secretary of this small group. Although it is not a high position, she is still meticulous.
She looked at Laila beside her and saw that Laila didn't have much reaction to this.
"They think that magicians should dare to embrace the truth, but cannot openly question it. It is really contradictory." The young man crossed his hands. If Fang Plover were here, he would still recognize that it was this person who had an affair with another group of people.
had a dispute.
Those people who chose to leave in the first place naturally never came back.
If Fang Plover can still remember that incident, he should be able to recall the names of both parties - the young man's name was Hain, and the leader of those who argued with him was named Juno - of course the two Juno's are not the same person.
It was just a common name for the empire.
The 'Juno' claimed at the time that Hayne joined the group because she admired Britta, and the latter did not object. Britta roughly understood this, but she had no feelings for the people around her. She married herself to
As for magic, I only plan to stay alone on this path for the rest of my life.
"Hain." Arnett scolded.
The young man shut up and stopped talking.
Seeing that the atmosphere seemed a little tense, someone suggested: "Have you paid attention to the Continental League? That is the game where the Seven Seas Brigade participated. I heard that Mr. Ed has locked the top two. The Astrologer newspaper said that there are only two left in the tower.
Let’s leave him and Luo Fen.”
"Of course I know. Oh, the Empire Twin Stars that the Empire Workshop boasts so much about cannot even stay in the top ten." Britta also has the usual prejudice against alchemists as an Empire Mage.
Of course - except everyone in the Seven Seas Brigade.
In fact, she only paid attention to this competition because of the Seven Seas Brigade. Moreover, the Astrologer has been reporting in series recently that the empire's alchemy community has been in decline one after another, and the entire magician community is watching with the mentality of watching a good show.
This is more or less the case for the others. They regard Laila as one of their own, and Laila was saved by the Seven Seas Brigade. Naturally, they also share the same hatred for the opponent of the Seven Seas Brigade - even if it is the Empire.
The man asked: "Currently, someone has passed through the 351st door, almost tying the record of the Gray King. Another person has just passed through the third red door. Who do you think is first and who is last?"
"
"Of course it's the Dragon Alchemist," Hein replied. "He was the first in the first round of the Spire Trial. How could he be faster than the Gray King's student? That Luo Fen was the first in the first round.
I couldn’t even make it into the top three.”
"maybe."
Ji Ta, who was sitting in the corner, suddenly raised his head from the pile of books, pushed up his glasses and said to everyone: "The leader is always meticulous and cautious. He may not be fast, but he can usually go very far. When we were in Xia Jin Tower,
, it also took him a long time, but Mr. Anlosser also praised him highly, thinking that this is what an alchemist should be like."
She made up an image of a non-existent group leader and described it to everyone in a soft voice. If other people were here, they would probably not agree with this description. Even if Luo Yu was here, he would not object at best.
That's all.
However, these young people listened very carefully. They had seen the great trial held in Ayinbrok, where the Gray Robe Bachelor and the Scroll Knights appeared. Naturally, they had seen Fang Plover's limelight at that trial.
What's more, the opponent is the famous Dragon Alchemist, which fully fits the imagination of these young people.
"Captain Ed has always been very powerful," said the first person, "but indeed, Laila also told us that Mr. Ed is a very rigorous person."
Laila lowered her head and looked at her toes. She was actually embarrassed to say that she had never seen Fang Plover. Every time she saw him, she would scare herself to death, then she would say hello in a hurry and leave.
But in her impression, the other party should be very serious... right?
Even Arnett nodded while holding the meeting record.
Miss Scholar originally wanted to say something more, but she rarely has an audience, let alone such an excellent audience. She rarely expresses herself, but she is very harmonious among these young people, and she likes this atmosphere very much.
However, Jita raised her head and found Luo Yu pushing the door open, so she subconsciously closed her mouth.
Luo Yu walked in holding a magic wand, looked at everyone, and didn't make any remarks, but the young people seemed a little reserved and respectful.
Some people even opened their mouths and said:
"Mr. Luo Yu."
If they thought the Dragon Alchemist was still a little far away from them, the mage who had been with them these days could be regarded as one of the most powerful figures they had ever seen.
Although there are some tutors in the academy, they are nothing compared to the elite level Saint Chosen at this age. What's more, most of their tutors are also from the academy, and Luo Yu has actually participated in the battle.
There are also some truly grand scenes in these battles.
In terms of theory, Luo Yu and Jita have both been personally taught by Karatu. He is a genuine great magician, and he is also the most legendary kind. In addition, they are originally from the youth training camp of the Oak Knights.
He is an outstanding person with a solid foundation and systematic support.
After Instania Sand Sea and his entourage, the two of them are basically unrivaled at the same age.
At most, they are inferior to their peers in terms of environment and conditions, but Miss Scholar is sitting on an ownerless magic book. Luo Yu is slightly lacking in this aspect, but the elemental staff in his hand is actually not
What a rare thing.
And her body is even more exquisite, made by Fang Plover.
Of course, the peers here are only talking about the geniuses from the great guilds among the Holy Chosen Ones. Among the aborigines, their experiences are almost legendary.
Luo Yu is here mainly to study the manuscripts left by Lin En with everyone, and to correct some minor theoretical mistakes of these young people as an experienced person. After all, compared to these college students, he and Jita are both genuine.
Officially a wizard.
Magicians from all over the world are not like alchemists, who have a unified organization to assess their level and rank, but there is also a general division. In terms of level, he and Jita can be regarded as high-level magicians.
.
One step further up is the upper stage of the corresponding profession. At that stage, elf envoys, or silver-robed bachelors, are at the level of their dean or deputy dean - of course, the selectors generally will not participate in dealing with the aborigines.
Comparison.
When it comes to combat, Luo Yu is even more of an expert among experts.
As the time they spent together increased, he would occasionally remind these young people of their skills in competition. The mages' competitions also included battles, and they were often much gentler than real battles.
He only needs to mention a few things about combat experience, and he doesn't even need to use those extra-ordinary tricks, which is enough to make these young people regard them as heavenly beings. After all, they live in ivory towers and have never been exposed to the outside world.
And most of these people may only need a chance to fight in their lives, and that's just the current competition.
Therefore, he and Gita quickly established prestige in the small group established by Britta. Fortunately, Miss Scholar-she is not good at expressing herself. She usually plays the role of a transparent person, and among these people
The sense of presence is already much higher than before.
But it's still not as good as Luo Yu.
Luo Yu didn't mean to do this, but he did benefit a lot from the process of discussing Linn's manuscript with these young people and Laila. As a selector, he did not have as firm a belief as Britta, and he must
What purpose is achieved, but it can be vaguely seen - at least the Horfen School is not a castle in the air.
The magic skills left behind by Linn not only existed, but also had certain guiding significance for what they were studying.
I just don’t know why, but everyone always encounters some problems in the process of practice. Britta herself is a protector, and what Lin En left behind is actually more inclined to the elemental school. She doesn’t feel it yet, but Luo Yu
Can be keenly aware of this.
He found that there were many places in Lynn's manuscript that seemed specious, and some places were even obviously contradictory, as if something important was missing in the manuscript.
Now it seems that his original judgment was not too wrong. It was a magic technique that used magic tools to assist oneself in casting spells. Its real uniqueness was that it allowed magicians to cast spells outside of their own school.
He and Kita even reproduced the magic device with the help of the manuscript provided by Laila - the original one that Laila gave to Friston. The two should at least look the same.
But when using it to cast spells, the same problem still arises. The magic device can indeed allow him to cast spells from the opposite school, but when using it to simulate spells from the second school, even with water magic
Schools of thought with similar teaching skills are bound to fail.
They searched for many reasons, but still couldn't figure out where the problem was.
Fortunately, these minor problems do not prevent everyone from participating in the academy competition, but Luo Yu himself has been trying to find out the reasons.
For these reasons, he could roughly guess why the Imperial Magic Academy had such understanding of the manuscript Lin En left behind. If this magic technique only performed like this, it could not be said to be successful.
Otherwise, this cannot explain that as a great mage back then, even if Ash-Lynn had many opponents, he would definitely have his own allies. If it was just slander, how could a school of thought disappear without a trace.
Seeing the silence in the attic, Luo Yu said: "You don't have to be like this. In Kaolin, there is no strict hierarchy among magicians. I was born in the magic world of Kaolin, so I naturally continue this understanding. If you guys
If you’re not used to it yet, just think of me as someone who studies with you.”
The young people looked at each other, but the situation calmed down somewhat.
After Luo Yu finished speaking, he didn't say anything more and just handed the magic wand in his hand to Laila.
"There is nothing wrong with this magic wand, it's just that there are some element-friendly crystals in it," he said. "You said that your spellcasting ability has improved greatly recently, which may be related to this, but it should not be the decisive factor."
Laila said softly: "I have been able to cast some first-level spells recently... It seems that since I got this magic wand, my progress has been rapid. I was originally worried that this magic wand is worth a lot of money..."
"It's not as valuable as you think," Luo Yu replied, "This is what your mentor gave you. Your progress in magic is accelerating, which is also a good thing for him."
He thought for a while and then said: "Whether it is elemental spells, prophecy spells or protective spells, when we cast spells, the essence is the process of communicating with the sea of ether. Your recent progress may be because you are studying Sir Lynn's
When doing theory, I have a deeper understanding of ether, so it becomes more smooth when constructing spells."
"I've had this thought too..." Laila looked a little surprised.
"Back to everyone," Luo Yu looked at the others, "The academy competition should have started one or two rounds. What was the result?"
"The results are pretty good," Britta proudly waved her long hair, "Winning two games in a row is expected, but we haven't even used the moves you taught us, Mr. Luo Yu."
"Since we figured out Sir Lynn's manuscript, we have all made progress," others also said with interest. "Originally, we all thought that what Sir Lynn left behind was still far away from us. Only Britta firmly believed
That magic and magic must be of great use, I didn’t expect that she was right, but if we hadn’t met Mr. Luo Yu and Miss Ji Ta, we wouldn’t have been able to master this magic so quickly.”
"It's far from mastery," Jita corrected, "It's just an introduction. There are still many things we haven't figured out yet. The magic left by Sir Lynn is closer to that of a naturalist, but of course it's far from it.
To that extent.”
"That's almost it," the man said excitedly, "If we can really use this magic technique to show off in the competition, maybe it can be recorded in the history of the empire's magic world."
"I hope you can make it to the end," Luo Yu nodded, "But I heard that after two rounds, the internal trials of the academy will be over, and the next step will be the inter-college competition. Do you still need a coach?"
The man was slightly startled and looked at him in disbelief, "Mr. Luo Yu, what do you think?"
But Britta on the side interrupted him directly, looked at Luo Yu and said, "Mr. Luo Yu, it is perfect for you to be our coach. The academy competition is said to be a competition between academies, but in fact it is for non-academic players.
There are quite a few, and there is no rule that the Holy Chosen cannot participate."
"Can the Holy Chosen also participate?" Jita blinked in disbelief after hearing this.
Although in most competitions, there is no requirement to separate the chosen ones from the aboriginals, in those academy competitions, because most of the contestants are young people, the chosen ones are generally prohibited from participating.
Competitions such as the Mainland League will relax the age limit for aboriginals.
What is rarely known is that among the competitions hosted by the Super Competitive League, there are actually competitions that only aboriginals participate in.
Britta blinked, "Theoretically, there is no rule that it can't be done. Historically, there have been Holy Chosen ones participating, but most of them were ordinary Holy Chosen ones. The academy competition is not a Super Competitive League game, so the Holy Chosen ones usually don't
Interested in it."
Ms. Scholar suddenly realized. Indeed, there are no rewards, and it is not a competition within the league system. Naturally, no players from professional clubs will pay attention to such a competition.
"I don't need to participate," Luo Yu replied, "but I am indeed interested in your competition and plan to go and see it."
"That's the best," Britta readily agreed. "Then you will be our coach in the next round of competition. Mr. Luo Yu, we formally extend an invitation to you." She looked at the scholar lady aside, "Yes.
Miss Bujita, please come too. With the two of you on hand to guide us, our chances of entering the finals will be greatly increased."
Miss Scholar hesitated for a moment, but did not refuse.
She just looked at Luo Yu, a little curious as to why he suddenly became interested in this academy competition. It was not even an alliance event, let alone an alliance event, what did it have to do with a free group like them?