Wizard: Unlimited Profession Slots Chapter 716 - 334: Spirit Dew_2

"Only those who are genuinely mighty can preserve their identity amidst the torrent of time. The rest... merely drift through as transients."

These words reached Ailan's ears, causing the branches to quiver faintly.

She perceived the deepening sense of isolation weighing on her master, along with his growing detachment from the world surrounding him.

"Yet...," Ron's voice shifted to a practical edge, "prior to that, I must guarantee that every step is firmly grounded."

He directed his focus toward the second progression route.

[Alchemy Master (Three Stars) Advancement Requirements:

1. Prerequisite Profession - Alchemist (Two Stars)

2. Alchemy reaches Expert Level;

3. Successfully refine a ’semi-permanent’ alchemy device (self-operating for fifty years and above);

4. Complete a ’Life Reconstruction’ experiment.]

The demands for becoming an Alchemy Master prove even tougher, particularly the ’semi-permanent device’ aspect.

"The power source problem in the Mobile Simulation Battle Device remains unsolved."

Ron pulled up the blueprints:

"Aksa’s Soul Fragments and the Heart-devouring Stone from the gambling stone shop serve only as makeshift solutions; depending on them alone won't sustain fifty years of steady function."

Ron retrieved the extraterrestrial tech information supplied by Cassandra.

Insights from the "Mechanical Federation" and "Biological Factory" expanded his understanding.

"Energy fusion methods... blending various energy types into a single propulsive force."

He delved deeply into the technical specifics within the documents, beginning to envision the outline of the semi-permanent apparatus in his thoughts.

The essence of such an apparatus lies in forging a lasting energy loop, enabling the setup to draw in external energy while optimizing the internal transformation and use of power.

"Using the Soul Fragment as the nucleus, the Heart-devouring Stone as the Energy Converter, and incorporating the ’Cycle Enhancement’ technique from the Otherworld..."

Ron started drafting a fresh design plan on the page:

"In theory, this could yield an energy framework capable of self-maintenance."

He illustrated intricate energy pathway schematics on the sheet, each stroke measured with exactness.

This blueprint demands expertise in diverse sophisticated domains such as Time Magic, Space Folding, and Energy Conversion, yet Ron feels confident in acquiring these skills.

The crux is addressing the matter of energy dissipation.

Every mechanical contraption generates energy waste in its workings, and the buildup of this waste ultimately results in system failure.

"Except..." A daring concept surfaced in his thoughts:

"Except if the system gains the capacity to ’evolve’."

While lost in contemplation, a faint sound emerged from the lab's edge.

’Ink’ stirred subtly within the recovery vat, its silver lines pulsing with a soft luminescence, seemingly echoing the master's inner musings.

"You sensed it as well?" Ron murmured gently, aware the Slime Monster offered no reply.

Surprisingly, ’Ink’s’ movements intensified, the lines shaping into a rhythmic configuration.

Such a shift revealed its elevated responsiveness to ambient magic fluctuations.

"Fascinating... it seems your capabilities surpass my initial estimates."

Ron approached the recovery vat, scrutinizing ’Ink’s’ state intently.

Through "Extraordinary Recognition," he observed minute structural shifts occurring deep inside the Slime Monster.

The Abyssal elements were blending with the foundational organic components, unlocking brand-new potentials.

Watching ’Ink’ sparked ideas in him regarding the developmental possibilities for his device.

The Autophagic Slime Monster evades operational decay and bolsters itself by consuming outside substances.

Should this characteristic transfer to mechanical inventions...

"Transform the device into a living evolution system instead of a fixed mechanical form."

Ron's eyes gleamed with fervor:

"In that way, it won't just endure on its own but also amplify its power as time passes."

This method starkly opposes conventional Alchemy principles, yet it's this radical creativity that might propel him to Alchemy Master status.

"Regarding the Life Reconstruction trial..."

His attention returned to ’Ink’.

This entity, born from his efforts, was gradually healing in the recovery vat.

Information from the latest Franka blood sample event indicated its adaptability far outstripped projections.

"Should the Abyssal attributes in the ’carrier strain’ bloodline adapt securely within the implant..."

Ron recalled that perilous trial.

The elaborate energy makeup in Franka’s blood almost led to ’Ink’s’ total breakdown.

Yet, that ordeal highlighted the genuine worth of the ’carrier strain’ bloodline.

"Merging traits from additional Abyssal beings effectively would turn ’Ink’ into a true wonder. Beyond a mere assistant, it would represent a fresh probe into life's core."

He extracted various biological specimen records from the Abyssal Observation Station, commencing the integration strategy:

"Desert Hunter’s multi-dimensional awareness, Eco Cloak Worm’s flawless disguise, Corrosion Bug’s molecular breakdown power... via the carrier strain bloodline's balancing influence, seamless integration is theoretically feasible."

"The vital part is discovering the proper integration method. Straightforward exposure is clearly hazardous, but progressive acclimation...

Having pondered the Alchemy Master route, Ron cast his eyes on the riskiest and most alluring third option—the Rune Expert:

[Rune Expert (Three and a Half Stars) Advancement Requirements:

1. Prerequisite Profession - Enchanter (Two and a Half Stars)