Chapter 177 Opening the Door to a New World for Tan Han
“Portable Earth Vein Operating System?”
Tan Han looked curiously at the blur in front of her, too unclear to make out what was inside.
But she didn’t believe that Xiao Han was just showing off for no reason, so she was certain that something was being done.
“But why is it a blur?” In the end, Tan Han still asked her question.
“Oh, that’s because I activated the visual tracking anti-peeping mode. Some things can’t be pointed out casually to those who are just here to watch,” I replied.
“Then… am I just here to watch?”
“What are you talking about? My academic friend, you are naturally qualified to see it.” I adjusted the system to a shared mode under anti-peeping status, transferring another permission to Tan Han.
This also meant that I acknowledged the final result of this bet.
However, I found that this portable system could not share functionalities, like multiple screens following each other; only I, as the controller, could use it.
After obtaining the Earth Vein sharing permission, the blur in Tan Han’s eyes gradually dissipated, transforming into an incredibly detailed three-dimensional model that sent chills down her spine.
“What is this?” Tan Han shook her head. Seeing this made her feel a bit dizzy.
“This is a spellbook model, a visualized entity presented after materialization, used to assist research,” I explained carefully to Tan Han.
“A spellbook? That light ball? That thing can be materialized and model its internal structure? How is that possible?”
Upon hearing this, Tan Han immediately found it hard to believe. That light ball, which is the spellbook, is a non-physical object that requires mental power to communicate; how could there be so many invisible structures inside?
But upon reflection, it did seem reasonable. A spellbook could release spells through mental power, so there must be a clear process; it was just that she couldn’t explore that field herself.
“Just because you encounter novel things doesn’t mean you should deny their possibility; that’s not a reaction befitting a scholarly genius.” I spoke up.
“Sorry, I misspoke.” Tan Han quickly realized her mistake and admitted it.
At this moment, she also felt a door opening before her!
This must be the essence of extraordinary power… right?
In that moment, Tan Han seemed to be elevated, allowing her to see through her confused future.
After arriving at the Witch Academy, she had countless seniors guiding her, continuously narrating and instilling various knowledge and precautions about the Witch Academy, starting from the basic magic sources, to spellbooks, to classifications of spellbook strengths, all the way to the Witch Meditation Method.
She felt as though she had climbed to the academy’s pinnacle since her enrollment.
The most powerful spellbook she knew of was the “Million God Spellbook,” and the highest-level spellbook she could access in the academy was the “Ten Thousand Spellbook.” As a new student, she had received a spellbook with an excessive consumption rate of a thousand points. It seemed that with just one more step forward, she could reach a height that no one else in the academy could attain.
The only thing limiting her was the number of magic sources available.
However, even the number of magic sources that could be sustained before becoming an extraordinary witch had an upper limit, roughly around ten thousand. This was one of the reasons why the highest-level spellbook available at the Witch Academy was the “Ten Thousand Spellbook.”
The feeling of seeing the end at a glance was really disheartening for Tan Han, especially considering that she could only stay in the academy for ten years before graduation.
What had been said before about the Witch Transformation Progress and advancing to an extraordinary witch seemed so far away. She even contemplated whether she should pick up some additional skills, such as alchemy or some other means.
But now she understood what she needed to do in the academy.
Spellbooks!
This culmination of terrifying spells formed by extraordinary energy; their structure was what she needed to learn! She could hardly imagine what extraordinary power would shine like in her hands if she mastered the means to create a spellbook.
At least she would definitely not be like her current self, only knowing how to foolishly release spells.
No… in fact, she had already witnessed that scene—the Fireball Spell, that standard consumption spellbook that had suppressed her completely from start to finish…
“What… which spellbook is this?” Tan Han couldn’t help but ask.
“The standard consumption spellbook, Fireball Spell.” I said with a smile. Considering the Fireball Spell, Tan Han should be familiar with it, right?
“Fireball Spell!”
Upon hearing my words, the desire in Tan Han’s eyes was almost overflowing, making me feel a bit uneasy.
“Are you okay? I know you really want to understand this area of knowledge, but we have to take it slow.” I waved my hand in front of Tan Han, indicating she shouldn’t let her imagination run wild for too long.
“Mm? Oh, right, you’re right! We really should start from the most basic things,” Tan Han quickly adjusted after realizing her earlier display.
Her earlier reaction was indeed a bit extreme, but it wasn’t entirely her fault; after all, anyone would have a moment of daze when facing temptation. Even Tan Han was no exception.
“So I want to ask, how is this achieved? If I want to get started now, what materials do I need to prepare, and what areas of knowledge should I catch up on?”
“You have too many questions at once.” I looked at Tan Han and said. In truth, I was only at a half-baked level myself, and to teach Tan Han would merely lead to trouble. That’s why I had never intended to teach her myself.
Moreover, Tan Han wasn’t without a teacher. She might learn even more by asking her own instructors about these theoretical concepts.
“And, I’m also a new student like you. If you want to know about this, asking your teacher would be clearer than asking me directly,” I corrected Tan Han.
“This…”
At that moment, Tan Han felt anxious; she was eager to ask, yet the other party was unwilling to say anything, making her feel very urgent. But she didn’t dare to directly ask like that, fearing that such an attitude would provoke Xiao Han’s displeasure.
“What’s wrong? Doesn’t Teacher Lina teach you some basic knowledge about the extraordinary?” I asked curiously.
After all, other counselors usually handle three to five classes at a time, but Teacher Ji was different; she only needed to manage our Class 14. She seemed to put a lot of time into me, but… is that really true? I felt like she was quite relaxed in her office.
Well, in truth, I wouldn’t actively disturb Teacher Ji, so I had no idea what she was actually busy with.
I felt that the small group organized by Teacher Ji was completely just a cover to open a classroom and a class just for me.
And it was located not far from her office. That treatment was quite extraordinary.
“Teacher Lina… I will ask her.” After thinking for a moment, Tan Han decided to probe the advisor’s attitude first.
Even though the advisor had shown her great favor, she had never heard her mention the use of spellbooks in this manner.
No… perhaps she had mentioned it, but not in this way; it should be referred to as “slight magical modification” or “spellbook adjustment.”
Upon reviewing it carefully, Teacher Lina had indeed mentioned that after using a spell enough times and being sufficiently familiar with it, one could use mental power to adjust the spellbook, allowing the spellbook to exhibit far greater power than originally, making it easier for the user as well. In the future, it wouldn’t be about humans adapting to the spells, but spells adapting to humans.
Moreover, considering the replays of the previous competitions, the concept mentioned by the commentator was that of the magically modified spellbook!
If a spellbook could be freely modified, that would be incredible!
“Then you should be able to get started now, right? Some things only warrant communication once you have understood them.”
“I’m sorry, I can’t explain these concepts like a teacher. My expression skills are lacking, and if I relay the teacher’s understanding, I might lead you astray. Instead of that, you might as well directly ask your teacher. As an extraordinary witch, their understanding can’t be wrong. Then we can discuss any discrepancies together later.”
“It’s okay, you’re right,” Tan Han nodded and then stood up, “In any case, thank you for bringing me into the magical world of spellbooks. I should also try to explore on my own until I reach a level where we can exchange ideas.” Tan Han said with a smile. In fact, even without me, upon understanding the concept of spellbook magical modification, she could have asked her teacher. But now, having become a nominal “academic friend,” she was resolved to follow this path.
“Mm, good luck,” I said with a smile.
After all, talking to smart people is easy. I didn’t expect to shift the trouble so quickly, which saved me the effort of talking.
Even though Tan Han had already won the bet and I acknowledged her status, she still didn’t use this opportunity to cling to me, proving her strong self-control.
Moreover, her competitive nature was evident, as she boldly declared her intention to reach a level where she could exchange ideas with me.
Although… I hadn’t gotten too far ahead of her; with her learning speed, she would likely catch up to me soon. I suddenly felt a sense of urgency…
However, there was a very thick barrier between us—the gap in spirit vision.
It was like a congenitally blind person couldn’t imagine what colors normal people saw.
Spirit vision truly was the strongest wall of the extraordinary, a means of isolating the world.
After sending off Tan Han, I was once again alone. The contestants in the arena continued to fight; many were engaged in friendly matches for ranking in the bottom fifty.
After all, there was no need to compete for first place, and such pressure-free competitions offered even more surprises than elimination matches, allowing one to truly let loose.
Meanwhile, I continued understanding and constructing the foundational consumption spellbooks; the speed of this construction was definitely going to increase. There was no other reason but simply from becoming more skilled.
However, I would soon encounter various situations that would require me to look up information. Fortunately, even the portable Earth Vein System could connect to the library’s resources just like the laboratory.
The more this happened, the more I felt my own shortcomings. I wished I were a genius who could remember everything at a glance and understand things with just one look, but that was merely wishful thinking.
After I finally grew tired of all that information, I got up, stretched, and checked the time on my phone.
From a timing standpoint, it was still quite early. But at this moment, I was already thinking about how to purchase those potions that Teacher Ji had suggested at the Witch Plaza, so I was quite willing to go check it out.
This afternoon, I had a bye; I wasn’t supposed to be in the arena.
Thus, I decided to buy some of those potions to give them a try, just to transition through the next couple of days. For the final new student combat competition, I had obtained the currently unknown spell, and then I would formulate the next specific plans.
I had been to the Witch Plaza before; the last time I went, Sister Bai accompanied me. But now, I was going alone.
However, last time I mostly focused on clothes and didn’t pay much attention to potions or magical drugs, though I recalled that there should be some for sale.
Moreover, I wasn’t just going to buy potions; I was also searching in the library on my phone to confirm what type of potion could enhance memory and allow one to remember everything.
After finding this information, I nearly got dizzy from the concepts of potions and magical drugs. After all, both seemed to involve drugs and worked by being consumed.
First, the concept of potions: Potions are the final products distilled from the research and tried formulations of alchemists, resulting in a clear liquid through alchemy.
These potions have many effects that I needed, such as the mental power potion given by Teacher Ji, which enhances mental power, strengthens the body, and alleviates poison, treats illnesses, or has indescribable effects. These all fall under the category of potions.
Alchemists record the entire process of potion-making, which gives rise to another profession, that is, the potion master—individuals who don’t study alchemy but directly research potion formulas, trying to replicate potions. These can mass-produce potions and even discern their mysteries, potentially creating a production line for potions that would drive down the prices of specific potions.
Now, about magical drugs.
Magical drugs should be considered a unique art belonging to witches, as they require using magical power—this extraordinary energy—for their preparation. Magical drugs necessitate a large amount of materials; unlike potions, which mostly use medicinal materials, magical drugs are more broad-ranging in their ingredients. They can be made from almost anything since they aren’t for healing or saving lives, although they can be lethal or beneficial. Instead, they create liquids with various special effects; often, these liquids are not as clear and transparent as potions.
Sometimes, crafting magical drugs also requires various rituals. Such magical drugs may have even more unique or terrifying effects and often come with dreadful negative effects because generally, ceremonies involve equivalent exchange. To achieve magical effects, one must pay an equal price.
For example, there are curse magical drugs, gender transformation magical drugs, bloodline transformation magical drugs, and even magical drugs that can grow phantom limbs, but they all carry significant side effects.
Additionally, it’s important to note that witches who take gender transformation potions will not become boys, because within the witch race, only witches exist. No matter how they transform, they will remain witches.
However, the phantom limb magical drug can work, but a witch’s terrifying life level will constantly expel the external effects of the magical drug. So, even a magical drug that claims to permanently grow phantom limbs will be temporary for a witch.
Ultimately, a witch is still a witch.
Furthermore, whether it’s potions or magical drugs, those with significant effects are expensive, with starting prices usually being paid in secret silver.
However, both potions and magical drugs have lower-quality versions or those with poor effects, which can often be purchased for cheap in red copper. Many common potions and magical drugs can even be directly bought with money!
But the costs will definitely be high.
And for higher-level potions and magical drugs, even Aoqin might be required as payment, often supporting only custom orders, indicating that the potion and magical drug industry faces extremes of abundance and scarcity.
