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Chapter 207: Spectacular Performance

David Silverwater’s POV

David sat in the frontmost available seat, just behind the judge's panel. His new friend, Alan, was taking the exam, and David didn't want to miss a moment of it.

When David had first met Alan, he'd viewed him merely as a useful recruit, someone who could bolster his standing in the family. But over the past week, those feelings had begun t...

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Chapter 206: Apprentice Exam

As consciousness stirred within him, Thorian's first act was to begin his daily meditation. Two hours of intense cultivation later, he paused to assess his progress before heading to the bath.

[Cultivation Realm: Qi Gathering Eight Stage (11.6%)]

A wry smile touched his lips. As expected, the progress has slowed considerably. But considering these are merely bonus sessions court...

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Chapter 205: A Fun Night

Even as the duke's oppressive aura threatened to crush any resolve, Thorian maintained his composure.

"It was not my intention to deceive you, my lord," Thorian said carefully. "I simply hesitated to divulge all information to someone unrelated to the matters at hand. In these uncertain times, discretion seemed prudent."

The duke scoffed. "You revealed too much the moment you mentio...

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Chapter 204: Meeting With The Duke

[Elemental Synergy II

Description: Your elemental mastery expands, unlocking new combinations. This skill grants access to:

A special secondary element: Sound (Wind + Wind)

Three of the many existing tertiary elements:

Obsidian (Magma + Water)

Crystal (Ice + Earth)

Aetherflame (Lightning + Fire)

To use these elements, you must have mastered the componen...

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Chapter 203: Steady Progress

As Thorian began his breathing technique, a pleasant surprise awaited him: he could accumulate Qi in his dantian. Although the amount of ether he absorbed was less than what he'd experienced in Wolvendale's cultivation hall, Thorian didn't mind the inefficiency. It was already miraculous that the system allowed him to cultivate in the time-dilated world of the abyss.

Two hours passed swif...

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Chapter 202: A Night In The Capital

Masked Man’s POV

Earlier in the day

After losing track of Nox, the masked man gritted his teeth in silent fury. He wanted to lash out, but the guards' efforts and the brief chase had already stretched his authority thin. Any further commotion might alert the Silverwaters and the imperials to their work.

That absolutely cannot happen. Not...

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Chapter 201: Combat Hall Training

After navigating the myriad corridors of the registration office, Thorian was led by David to his new dorm room.

“You didn’t bring any luggage?” David inquired, his voice echoing slightly in the stairwell.

Thorian shook his head. “I travel light as an adventurer. I buy what I need when I need it.”

“A nomadic lifestyle, huh?” David chuckled. “But you’ll need t...

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Chapter 200: New Friend

Looking at the letter, Thorian noticed a red seal at the bottom left, bearing a turtle insignia.

If I run away with this letter in hand, there's a high chance that whoever is behind this plot will notice our involvement, especially considering Nox’s little stunt, Thorian frowned as he mulled over his options. But if I leave it here, there’s a high chance that even if I ta...

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Chapter 199: The Masked Man

Entering the abyss portal room, Thorian addressed his two teammates, “You two remember how the last floor ended, right?”

“That stuck-up noble we were supposed to protect died, right?” Nox responded. “I was so pissed off at that. It felt like such a waste of time.”

“We’re not sure if he truly died, but there was nothing we could do about that,” Thorian clarified. ...

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Chapter 198: Seeds

Waking with a yawn to the first rays of dawn, Thorian started his day. A smile graced his face as he checked the results of his late-night training.

Mana Manipulation II

Description: You have broken through the beginner threshold and set a proper foothold on your magus journey. This skill allows you to control your internal mana to an intermediate degree and exert some influence ove...

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Chapter 197: Tza'har's Legacy

Looking at the parchment in his hand, Thorian took a deep breath before tearing it open.

[Incomplete Legacy of Tza’har Part 1: Unlocked]

[You have unlocked the first part of Tza’har’s legacy. To access subsequent parts, you must advance your class.]

[Do you wish to access the rewards for the first part?]

As Thorian was in his room with no one to disturb him, he nod...

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Chapter 196: Rewards and Legacy

"But the fact that you were able to conjure a spell that even the gods recognized—that is an achievement," Tza’har smiled proudly as he patted Thorian’s back.

Thorian returned the smile before deciding to check the description of his new skill.

Half-Dragon Lightning Fury

Description: An incomplete form of "Dragon Lightning Fury" that channels the user's lig...

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Chapter 195: The Incomplete Dragon

Hearing Tza’har’s offer, Thorian stood silent for a few seconds before smiling. "You already know that I will accept, so no need for the theatrics.”

“Still, asking for your consent is a required step,” Tza’har chuckled.

Before asking about the contents of the third trial, Thorian did a mental check-up of his body. Even though he had been experimenting for hours to create...

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Chapter 194: The Essence of Elements

Tza’har slipped a purple ring onto his fleshless finger and swiped at the air before him. The fabric of space yielded, tearing like soft cloth to reveal a portal to another dimension. As the gateway stabilized, he glanced back at Thorian and beckoned him forward.

Thorian, overwhelmed by the display of power, hesitated only a moment before stepping after the undead magus. Not on...

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Chapter 193: Third Layer

[Congratulations. Your skill "Earth Manipulation I" has been upgraded to "Earth Manipulation II"]

Earth Manipulation II

Description: Building on the foundational mastery obtained in Earth Manipulation I, this enhanced ability allows wielders to exert greater control and versatility over the earth. With Earth Manipulation II, practitioners access first-advancement level earth skills,...

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Chapter 192: Vassal Lords

Elder Jarv’s POV

Jarv was an elder, a position he earned after years of hard work under the previous elder. This status afforded him privileges that even champions did not possess. Though physically stronger, they were still his subordinates, as this was the way of the goblins. Throughout the latter half of his life, he enjoyed absolute control and power within his comm...

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Chapter 191: Goblins and Villages

Waking up from his slumber, Thorian began his day as he always did. He cleaned himself, coaxed Nox out of sleep, and then headed to the Cultivation Hall with an Elixir in hand. The two then spent the next two and a half hours meditating.

Display Panel

Cultivation Realm: Qi Gathering Seventh Stage (58.2%)

Satisfied with his progress, Thorian and Nox proceeded to clear ...

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Chapter 190: Humans and Monsters

Observing the scene, Thorian stood dazed for a moment as guards rushed toward Elian. They didn't walk past him or push him aside; instead, they moved straight through his body as if he didn't exist in the same physical dimension. 

"What in the world is happening?" Nox joined Thorian's side, his expression one of profound confusion. Gazing at the noble's lifeless body and the guards d...

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Chapter 189: Revolution

Realizing the danger they were about to face, Thorian immediately looked back inside the cart. 

"Father Francis, stay here to protect Lord Elian in case this is a diversion," Thorian directed. He then looked at Nox and said, "Nizari, we will have to go and face the monster horde to buy time." 

After giving his orders to his subordinates, Thorian looked back at the coachman...

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Chapter 188: Bandits

Looking back at the village, Thorian made a quick decision. "You stay here for now. I will go and look for Nox." With those words, Thorian rushed into the village. Even though all of his physical attributes had been reduced to less than half their original levels, he was still much faster than any magus had any right to be. As he sped past the villagers, they stared in shock at his speed.

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Chapter 187: Narrative Floors

After Thorian's announcement, the two met up with Vigil before they made their way to Locksley. As they reached the city gates, Oswald approached them, accompanied by two guards whose resolute faces belied their trembling hands.

"Lord Thorian, I presume you've come to challenge the abyss," Oswald inferred as he walked toward Thorian.

"That is correct," Thorian nodded.

"In that...

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Chapter 186: Green Leadership

Hearing Thorian's question, William looked down in thought. "The fighters who have been participating in the dungeon expeditions have certainly warmed up to your people quite a bit over the past few days," William admitted, sighing, "But to leave their homes and come live here... We'll have to see."

"That's about the answer I would have expected," Thorian nodded, before turning his attent...

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Chapter 185: The Young Lion

Cliffwood Village.

Realm: Village stage 1

Resources:

Gathered Experience: 0

Wood: 3256

Owned Buildings

Warrior Class Statue 

Magus Class Statue 

Assassin Class Statue 

Priest Class Statue

Available Buildings

Wooden Wall (Stage 1)

Cost: 1000 Wood Unit

Village Hall (Stage 1)

Cost: 750 Wood Unit

<...

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Chapter 184: Cliffwood

After concluding the meeting, Thorian met up with William and the rest of the human cohort. As he approached them, he saw Little Roo, James, Nox, and Brix dancing and singing, while William and Robert were engaged in conversation.

“Oh, Lord Thorian,” William said, noticing Thorian’s presence and turning around. “As promised, I’ve brought my most trusted people.”

Nodding ...

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Chapter 183: New Advents

After finishing the daily meeting, Thorian decided to first check the progress on the stone gathering. Although he could not transport rocks himself due to other responsibilities, a full team dedicated to the task was already in place. 

Three carts were being filled around the clock, and an additional team of thirty warriors carried a significant amount of stone on their backs. ...

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Chapter 182: Upgraded Elixir

“Sure, let me take a look,” Thorian looked at the quest parchement that Melina handed to him.

Protectorate Foundation

Description:

Embark on the Protectorate Expansion quest, tailored for leaders with the Lord Attribute, to expand your realm's influence by upgrading three vassal territories to Village Stage 2.

Quest Requirement:

Possession of the Lord Attribute...

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Chapter 181: Hall Upgrade

Looking through the expansive territory panel, Thorian took some time to digest all the information presented before him. Most of the buildings that interest me require a large number of stone units for upgrades. It's good that we've already begun gathering rocks, but it's still not enough, he thought.

Lost in thought, Thorian reached a conclusion. After completing all the du...

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Chapter 180: Village Stage 4

Upon hearing the question, William hesitated, his lips caught between a bite, his gaze lowered in contemplation. When his eyes met his son's, Thorian immediately inquired, curiosity lacing his tone. "Is something amiss?" 

"It's just that... we weren't certain you'd appreciate the compromise we've come to," Tristan chimed in hastily.

Taking a moment to regain his composure, Will...

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Chapter 179: Rewards and Improvements

Entangling Mana Leech Skill Scroll

Class Requirement: Magus

Advancement Requirement: Second Advancement

Level Requirement: 1

Use: Teaches the active skill "Entangling Mana Leech," which enables the user to summon forth a dense network of mana-draining roots from the ground. These roots seek out and entangle multiple enemies within a specific radius, draining their mana a...

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Chapter 178: The Fifth Layer

"Be cautious," Thorian intoned, his voice slicing through the tense air as the creature emerged before them. Clutching his Elemental Scepter, he conjured his Flame Fury spell. A dozen formidable fireballs sprang to life, dancing menacingly around him before he hurled them towards the encroaching insectoid creature.

A giant cloud of dust erupted upon impact, obscuring their foe. Yet, as th...

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