(From MC’s perspective)
Sub-Taboo Hall,
Carolina Slate’s eyes lit up with surprise. She turned toward Vincent and said, “In a few days, other inner members of our hall will arrive here. It’s great news.”
Hearing her words my mouth twitched. She has been saying this for a while. But apart from Senior Gilbert, I haven’t seen other members yet.
When my gaze fell on her communication watch. I think the news might be true. I don’t know what their magic powers are. An expectation rose in my heart.
Then we spent a few minutes in discussion before I left the hall. On the way, I didn’t stop anywhere and quickly reached my room.
Creak
After walking into my room, I quickly took a long shower before lying down in bed. I know there may be chaos happening outside right now.
But now I need to take some rest.
Time passed,
I woke up a few hours later. Just right before dinner time. I sat and immediately checked my mental power status through the system.
Seeing that my mental power is the same as yesterday, I sighed in relief. So whatever changes happened inside the battle tower are not permanent.
After figuring it out, my thoughts became clear. Then I noticed many notifications on my communication watch. I quickly accessed it to read it. When I realized it was a notification from the academy.
I knew it must be rewarded for clearing the battle tower challenge. After reading the message, I feel it’s worth it to achieve the 1st rank position.
As a part of the rewards, I can now access intermediate wizard books freely in the library.
This reward came as a surprise. Now I can learn more about our world. If other wizards learn about my rewards, their eyes would bleed with envy.
Others are spending battle tower points to access library information. And here I got free access to intermediate knowledge in the library. I feel the reward is given exclusively to me.
And I don’t think it’s the same case with Lara White. I revealed a small smirk on my face. Then my gaze swept past other rewards. There is nothing new except battle tower points and mana stones.
After taking a glance at them, I read further messages. Tomorrow, I have a special class. I’m looking forward to Mentor Lion’s next plan.
Then I thought about the simulation battle. Maria currently holds 1st place in special class ranks. She defeated me in the last simulation battle. So if there is another simulation battle, I will get back my 1st place for sure.
Shaking my head, I read other messages before closing the communication watch.
The following day,
I woke up early and decided to meditate after getting freshened up. A few minutes later, I sat cross-legged on the mat. Then I slowly started to run the gravity ark mental method in mind.
Grey color mana particles entered my body as time went on. And I circulated these mana particles according to the Gravity Ark mental method.
After circulation, the purified mana settled down in the mana core finally. I repeated the process.
Time passed in a blink of an eye,
I opened my eyes three hours later.
Feeling the slight increase in strength, my mouth curved into an arc. I feel the overwhelming power brewing in my mana core.
It was a sensation before it returned to normal. Then I decided to check the system.
“System, show my status panel,” I said to the system.
[Ding! The Host’s command is recognized.]
[Ding! Level-Up System, 1.1 is ready.]
[Status Panel]
[Host’s Name – Vincent Carey] .
[Magic Power– Gravity]
[Mage Level – Level 3 Limiter]
[Mental Method- Gravity Ark (Running)]
>>Grade- Earth
>> Running Mode – Automatic
>> Rate of absorption – 82%
[Gravity Core status- lvl.3(5%)(Progressing)]
>> Sacred Core – Gravity core
[Mana Power – 700]
>> Mana Capacity – 700
[Talent – Top Bottom (Upgradeable)]
[Colour – Pale Orange]
[Strength – 260]
[Speed – 262]
[Stamina – 260]
[Vitality – 262]
[Intelligence – lvl.3(35)]
[Soul Power – lvl.3(34)]
[Mental Power – lvl.3(33)]
[Constitution – lvl.3(34)]
>> Sacred Gravity Physique (lvl.2(5%))
[Spell Models – 6]
>> 1. Gravity Field (lvl.3)
>>2. Gravity Push (lvl.3)
>>3. Gravity Pull (lvl.3)
>>4. Gravity Blast (lvl.3)
>>5. Repulsive Force (lvl.3)
>>6. Zero Gravity (lvl.3)
[Spell Slots Available – 3]
[Title: Lord of the Gregor Mansion.]
[Storage space items: Magic cloak, The Gregor Mansion, Magic artifact, herbs, potions, and spell books…etc.., ]
A wide status panel appeared in front of my eyes. My gaze immediately swept past the attributes. Seeing the mana core and physique get some progression, I smiled in relief.
It’s because I’m yet to uncover the mystery of my physique. My only hope is that intermediate wizard books would provide me with some information.
I made up my mind to visit the library after the special class.
Time passed,
After having breakfast, I immediately head toward the special class. Strangely, no one recognized me on the way.
Using the opportunity, I quickly accessed the phone booth to go to the special class environment and walked out of the booth a few minutes later.
Special Class,
I see a lot of familiar faces walking towards the huge gate. When I got closer, my appearance caused a small commotion.
“Look, it’s him. Vincent Carey,” One of the students said to his friend.
“Damn, looks like he got stronger after the breakthrough,” Another seed wizard muttered to himself.
“Do you think he can beat Lara White?”
“No way, she is a level-4 wizard.” Students started to gossip among themselves. A few seconds later, a beautiful silhouette appeared.
Seeing her the students quieted down completely. Because she is none other than Lara White. Now Vincent is here. They can’t wait to see the drama going to unfold before their eyes.
Meanwhile,
Lara White noticed the presence of Vincent. She frowned. The news about Vincent’s record yesterday was already known by many.
Like others, she was also in a state of disbelief. It took her some time to digest the news. Now, the fighting instinct rose in her heart.
Instead of speculating on Vincent’s strength. She felt it was better to challenge him right away.
On the other hand, my lips bent slightly. Looking at her pondering, I don’t know why but I feel it has something to do with me.
Swish!
The next moment, a majestic pressure appeared out of nowhere. Under the pressure, everyone bent their knees. “This?” I raised my eyebrows in confusion.
Because the person who caused this is none other than Wizard Lion. He is our mentor then why is he doing this out of nowhere? Is he testing our will?
A look of understanding dawned upon me. Then I tried to withstand the pressure. But unfortunately, my attributes were similar to others. It will be a matter of time before I bend my knee.
From the corner of my eyes, I noticed Lara White’s expression. She is doing better than mine. It must be due to her level-4 strength.
The attributes of level-4 wizards were stronger than lower-level wizards. So it’s normal for her to withstand the pressure without breaking a sweat.
Meanwhile,
The Wizard Lion observed everyone’s facial expressions. He sees some weak-willed wizard already gave up fighting. Seeing that, a hint of disappointment flashes in his eyes.
He immediately took the pressure back from them. And focuses his gaze on others. From the last two simulation battles, he thought he understood everyone’s pros and cons.
But seeing the scene in front of him, he couldn’t help but decide to reevaluate some of the things. He had previously collected intel from various Halls about Special Class students.
And combined with the results of the simulation battle. He had evaluated seed wizards. But right now he feels it’s not enough. Soon his assumption turns true.
More than half of seed wizards gave up resistance. When the pressure was canceled, they were gasping for breath. The Wizard Lion’s face turned dark.
The results were worse than he had expected. His gaze fell on Vincent Carey. “Hmmm” A hint of surprise flashes in his eyes.
He knows that kid got a breakthrough recently. But he is doing far better than other level-3 wizards. Now he got another crucial piece of information.
Apart from powerful magic, Vincent got a good physique as well. Wizard Lion notes down some of the valuable information in his heart.
Next, he turned to Lara White. She is not even breaking a sweat. Undoubtedly, the level-4 wizards can withstand his pressure easily. So he wasn’t surprised that much.
After one minute, apart from six level-4 wizards including Lara White, and a few level-3 wizards. Every other seed wizard gave up resistance.
Wizard Lion looked at the remaining seed wizards with an appreciative look. More than a Level-4 wizard, he looked at the level-3 wizard with a hint of approval.
A few seconds later, everyone lies down on the ground including Vincent Carey. Now only level-4 wizards were gritting their teeth. Seeing that, Wizard Lion slightly increased the pressure.
Unlike other level-4 wizards, Lara White started to feel some difficulties. Like Vincent, she too had a recent breakthrough. So her attributes were nowhere near other level-4 wizards in the class.
But she didn’t want to give up just like that. She is a Taboo Wizard. She wants to hold on for a few more seconds.