Wizard: Unlimited Profession Slots Chapter 728 - 337: Seeking Heart (3)

The screams of the victims reverberated in his ears, while those twisted visions flickered incessantly before his eyes.

His internal sense of empathy mounted a fierce protest, practically begging him to cease this "learning" process.

Yet, his rationality simultaneously reminded him that these data fragments held incredibly significant and valuable knowledge.

If he managed to suppress his empathy and analyze the information through a purely technical lens, the worth of this data would be truly infinite.

"I am neither a judge nor a savior," Ron repeatedly cautioned himself.

"What has occurred is historical fact, and nothing can change the past. However, I possess the power to ensure the knowledge gleaned from this bleakness is utilized for more meaningful and noble intentions."

As he persisted in this mental realignment, Ron observed his emotional reactions progressively dulling.

Confronted by those gruesome scenes, he was no longer overcome by nausea or fury; instead, he began to observe them with a detached, methodical mindset.

This transformation stirred a flicker of apprehension within him.

Was he relinquishing the very essence of human empathy?

But his logic was quick to counter that this emotional suppression was a necessary requirement.

If every encounter with such specialized knowledge were disrupted by sentiment, he would be incapable of truly efficient study.

A genuine seeker must rise above individual preferences and grievances, approaching all fields of knowledge with a purely objective focus.

The final memory fragment centered on an Ancient Alchemist known as Victor Asmode.

In his fanatical quest for "perfect artificial life," this man developed an artificial form that could flawlessly mimic any biological characteristics.

To verify the authenticity of these constructs, Victor devised horrific, cruel experiments:

He would have the artificial entity consume a person and then interact intimately with that individual’s kin or spouse, carefully observing whether they could discern any discrepancy.

His tests encompassed the full spectrum of human attachment, including familial bonds, friendship, and romance.

Whenever a real person uncovered the deception, their resulting agony and despair were meticulously archived by him as "data."

Even more heinous, Victor would facilitate the marriage and procreation of these artificial beings with actual humans.

Once the offspring reached maturity, he would cruelly disclose that their "parent" was nothing more than a hollow construct.

Such devastating psychological torment frequently shattered a person’s entire Spiritual World.

Faced with this final exhibition of insanity, Ron’s internal state had grown remarkably composed.

The suffering of the victims no longer ignited his rage, nor did the alchemist’s madness instill any fear in him.

To his eyes, these were merely data points and specimens utilized to map the progression of ancient technical evolution.

"Testing the authenticity of artificial life... this theoretical framework certainly carries merit.

If only the experimental methodology were refined, allowing for the extraction of sufficient data without the need to absorb human subjects..."

[Advanced Magic Potion Making (Mastery) Experience Points +1]

[Material Refining (Proficient) Experience Points +1]

[Enchantment Technique (Proficient) Experience Points +1]

[Bloodline Shaping (Proficient) Experience Points +1]

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Almost every skill pertaining to the Three-phase Mage wizardry was gradually accumulating Experience Points.

These advancements served as confirmation that his persistence during the mental trials had produced substantial results, which in turn brought some peace to his spirit.

Once the last of the memory fragments dissipated, the fragmented consciousness of the Scholar Star pulses with chaotic energy again:

Observation concluded... Records synchronized... New observer verified...

Composed... Analytical... Beyond conventional limits... Meets all criteria...

Connection synchronized... Inheritance of knowledge... Starlight guidance provided...

Driven by these flickering vestiges of consciousness, the Scholar Star suddenly erupted in a blinding silver-white luminescence.

This light cascaded into Ron’s consciousness like a tidal wave, bestowing upon him a profound new capacity for knowledge integration.

He felt as if his cognitive faculties had undergone a qualitative leap forward, resulting in vast improvements in both processing speed and logical deductive ability.

[Scholar Star has ignited, granting Additional Traits: Seeking Heart]

[Seeking Heart: 1. Increased learning velocity, 2. Significantly augmented ability to integrate knowledge, 3. Expanded storage within the Memory Palace, 4. Ability to swiftly internalize fundamental theories in related disciplines]

[Hermit Star enters resonance with the Scholar Star, Wisdom Constellation activation at 66%]

[The Observer Star must be lit to fully realize the Wisdom Constellation]

Following this, he experienced a simultaneous breakthrough in his mastery of Astrology:

[Astrology (Beginner) Experience Points +1]

[Breakthrough! Astrology (Beginner 50/50) → Astrology (Proficient 1/100)]

[Acquired Additional Trait "Foresight Star"]

[Foresight Star: Enables prediction of future events through observation of celestial shifts; efficacy linked to the practitioner’s Astrology skill level]

Upon opening his eyes, Ron sensed that his perception of the world had undergone a fundamental metamorphosis.

The celestial bodies were no longer merely static lights, but active sources of data, perpetually conveying subtle auguries about what was to come.

Various developments surrounding him began to manifest like comets intensifying in the night sky.

Though he couldn't generate specific predictions yet, he possessed a sharp, intuitive grasp of emerging dangers and potential opportunities.

The most immediate observation involved Dale’s upcoming Awakening.

"Her transition will reach completion within the fortnight." He made this precise determination within his thoughts.

Furthermore, the activation of these two stars provided fresh inspiration.

Driven by the Seeking Heart, Ron began exploring how to translate these stellar connections into functional Rune technology.

Through the synchronized resonance of the Hermit Star and Scholar Star, he gained deeper insight into constructing his own unique Runes.

It surpassed simple Energy Guidance, involving an actual modification at the consciousness level.

"Starlight Rune..." This concept steadily solidified in his thoughts:

"If the distinct properties of stars could be anchored through Runes, others might temporarily benefit from similar ability enhancements."

He began visualizing the precise structure of these Runes within his mind:

Hermit Star Rune—characterized by deep violet hues.

The design centers on a vertical pupil wreathed in mist, surrounded by geometric complexity, allowing a temporary surge in the user’s Perception Ability and intuitive resolve.

Scholar Star Rune—characterized by silver-white hues.

The center features an intricate weave of page patterns and starlight, capable of briefly elevating learning efficiency and capacity for comprehension.

The potential applications of this innovation filled Ron with anticipation.

Just consider the implications if his students were to utilize these Runes.

What kind of breakthroughs might Liss achieve in her Magic Potion Making talents?

And to what extremes might Herman’s prowess in theoretical deduction grow?

Naturally, this remains a preliminary concept.

Actual production of these Runes necessitates extensive testing and calibration, alongside careful consideration of individual adaptability.

Regardless, a previously non-existent technological path has finally been revealed to him.

Ailan observed the shift in his aura, her emerald form swaying gracefully under the moonlight:

"Master, your Spiritual Wave... feels completely distinct from before."

"Indeed, I have acquired some... new perspectives." Ron answered concisely, withholding the specific details.

Those gruesome experiment logs from the Ancient Alchemist would remain buried deep within his memory.

After securing his astrology apparatus, Ron proceeded to his workshop to attend to his remaining duties.

Tomorrow, he will initiate the preparations for his return to the Abyssal Observation Station.

This involves both the compression of his mobile workshop and the final verification of his navigational course.