544 - 551

Chapter 544: A Wild and Bold Idea

Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation

Merlin was allowing the Matrix to absorb and refine a large amount of the Terra Maxim when suddenly his surroundings switched, and he was back in the castle once more. Before him stood the Legend Zado.

Merlin still held a huge "grudge" against the Legend Zado but this time, within the Maxim Subspace that the Legend Zado had built up so painstakingly, Merlin had wantonly "siphoned off" the Maxims. This had already caused the Legend Zado a "grievous loss", so his current attitude toward the Legend Zado was more apologetic.

Nonetheless, the Legend Zado was overjoyed as he measured up Merlin, before nodding in satisfaction. "Not bad, Merlin. You're able to survive for two months in the Maxim Subspace and must've obtained a special understanding of the five types of Elements. Essentially, you've established a foundation for becoming a Great Legend in the future. As my disciple, if you're not even able to become a Legend, then don't call yourself my disciple… Thus, although my methods are extreme and dangerous, they truly provided you with a foundation for becoming a Legend. I believe that even those Honored Legends wouldn't have created such a Maxim Subspace purely for the sake of their disciples. The successful creation of this subspace had taken me numerous centuries."

As a Spell Caster with five Maxims, the Legend Zado was naturally very proud. His disciple must become a Legend. Therefore, he had gone to such lengths to create this Maxim Subspace.

It was just that this method was fraught with danger. Out of all the Spell Casters who had entered, only one out of ten would survive. The Legend Zado had previously taken on a few genius Wizards but all who entered the Maxim Subspace, without exception, were incapable of enduring even the first Flame Subspace.

Merlin was the first Spell Caster to have "endured" the entire experience, and had thus passed the Legend Zado's test. Naturally, the Legend Zado was ecstatic.

Nonetheless, Merlin felt rather helpless. He feared that there were no Spell Casters who would be able to survive the Legend Zado's Maxim Subspace. This time, if he had not used the Matrix to absorb the power of the Maxims, he would not have survived either.

Moreover, even though he had come out of the Maxim Subspace in one piece, in truth, he did not gain much understanding and was still a long way from the Legend Zado's expectations.

It was just that Merlin had no way of explaining all this. The Legend Zado smiled, and returned the Spatial Ring to Merlin but the black cat Didimoss remained in his grasp.

"Merlin, this cat is rather significant, being a life form that reverses the natural order. I want to research him properly… Be rest assured, I'll return him to you after my research, and it'll only benefit him!"

The Legend Zado gently stroked the black cat Didimoss while Didimoss gave two disgruntled snorts, "humph humph", after which he closed his eyes and resumed his contented manner.

Merlin was quite powerless when he saw Didimoss' attitude. During the two months he had spent on the Legend Zado's shoulder, Didimoss must have had received many benefits, and had immediately "flung" Merlin to the back of his mind.

Following that, Merlin left the castle. The Legend Zado would stay in Arcane City for a while longer, and Merlin could look for him at any time. In truth, there was a limit to what the Legend Zado could impart to Merlin. Helping him establish a foundation for becoming a Legend was his greatest gift to Merlin. Other Spell Casters, even Great Honored Legends, would have no way of doing the same.

"Swish."

The Legend Zado instantly entered the Maxim Subspace. He came to the Terra Subspace, and examined the heavy Terra Maxim. After a long moment, a puzzled expression came over his face.

"Huh? Why does it feel like the Terra Maxim has diminished somewhat? It's only a few years – has the Terra Maxim really been used up so much? Looks like this Terra Maxim I've consolidated isn't stable enough, and there's still a long way before it reaches its peak for me to become an Honored Legend…"

The Legend Zado thus started to replenish the Terra Maxim of the Terra Subspace. To become an Honored Legend, his Maxim must be comprehended to its peak. When one had a complete understanding of a Maxim, one would become a Great Honored Legend.

The peak Maxim of an Honored Legend was eternally stable, never fading away. Even if it had existed for millions of years, it would remain there if it was not acted upon by external forces. It was even more stable than the divinity of natural gods.

In fact, the Terra Maxim of the Legend Zado was already stable, very close to the peak of a Maxim but how could he possibly know that the Terra Subspace was missing a portion of the Terra Subspace because Merlin's Matrix had absorbed and refined it? No matter what, he would never have thought that a mere Fifth-level Spell Caster could steal his Terra Maxim…

…

After flying out from the Legend Zado's castle, Merlin left the place at the greatest speed possible.

"There are so many Maxims in the Maxim Subspace. Although a part of them was absorbed and refined by the Maxim, it's only a drop in the ocean in terms of their overall volume. It's such a tiny portion – surely the Legend Zado won't realize this?"

The more Merlin thought about it, the more his lingering fear grew. His true secret was the Matrix, something which even the Great Legends were unable to understand. Though Merlin had never met the Ultimate Arcane Wizards, perhaps even they would have no inkling of the miracles of the Matrix.

If the Legend Zado's suspicions were aroused because of this, then Merlin would lose more than he had gained.

It was fortunate that Merlin was merely a Fifth-level Spell Caster. No one would believe that a Fifth-level Spell Caster would be able to steal Maxims. It was a power on a completely different level.

Although it was risky, Merlin's current harvest was huge. He checked on the special energy accumulated by the Matrix. Sixth-level spells would not be a problem, and he could even derive six new Seventh-level spells.

As to whether this energy could derive Eighth-level or Ninth-level spells, Merlin had no way of ascertaining. After all, each increase of a level of meant that the required energy would increase by multiple times.

Previously, Merlin had decided on attempting the Mind Tower but since he had so much energy, he changed his mind and returned to his residence in Arcane City. Following that, he started to derive the remaining four Sixth-level spells.

At present, Merlin already had an Eighth-level Mind Heart, and his Mind Power was more than sufficient, comparable to a Ninth-level Spell Caster at their peak. Constructing four Sixth-level spells was a walk in the park.

Of course, he had to derive first. Now, Merlin had two Sixth-level spells, Endless Flame, and Immense Thunder. Following those two would be Darkness-type, Ice-type, Earth-type, and Wind-type spells.

"Matrix, began derivation of Sixth-level spells!"

Merlin gave the Matrix this command. Instantly, a huge amount of energy was consumed, and the Matrix began deriving the remaining four Sixth-level spells.

"Hum hum hum."

One after another, the Spell Models appeared in Merlin's mind. First, it was Darkness-type spells. As there was enough energy or because he still kept any spell he came across in database though he had stopped focusing on populating it, therefore, there was a greater number of derived Spell Models for Darkness-type spells.

In general, Merlin had ascertained that a Spell Model with a hundred percent compatibility was a Perfect-grade spell. The more stable the Spell Model was, when he fused spells in the future, these Spell Models could withstand any slight tremors through sheer force, and would not simply collapse at a touch.

This would be very helpful when he fused had the Spell Models to become a Great Wizard.

"Begin simulating the Spell Model!"

The Matrix first derived Darkness-type spells. Merlin did not delay and directly picked a Spell Model. He mobilized his immense Mind Power and simulated the Spell Model in his Awareness.

His Mind Power was so tremendous that simulating the Spell Model was much easier. Merlin only had to spend two days to simulate his third Sixth-level spell into his Awareness.

"Not bad, there's not even the slightest tremor. It should be a Perfect-grade spell as well!"

Merlin cast this Sixth-level Darkness-type spell. Instantly, Darkness Element pervaded the air and blanketed the entire room. It looked just like a cage but there were dangers hidden within it. Merlin only had to use his thoughts, and countless attacks would spring out from the darkness.

"This Sixth-level Darkness-type spell shall be named Darkness Cage!"

Merlin was very satisfied with the Darkness-type spell derived by the Matrix. Its might was decent, and it had a hundred percent compatibility. Even without testing it, Merlin knew that this was certainly a Perfect-grade spell.

Merlin found it difficult to imagine what kind of Wizard was able to rely solely on themselves to derive Perfect-grade spells. Wizard Nelar, who did not have the Matrix, and who was still first in the spell ranking, had constructed thirty Perfect-grade spells. What a number of Perfect-grade spells! Even Merlin was taken aback in pure admiration. This was expected of the foremost genius in a thousand years, a rare Seven-Elemental Spell Caster!

After deriving Darkness Cage, Merlin continued to derive the final three Sixth-level Spell Models. Spells which were derived by the Matrix were at least Excellent-grade.

Of course, Merlin had selected those Perfect-grade spells with a hundred percent compatibility. Respectively, they were the Wind-type spell Formless Wind, the Earth-type spell Enervating Loop, and the Ice-type spells Solid Ice.

These spells were basically built upon the Fifth-level spells with further strengthening and consolidation in terms of the spells' might. In short, the Sixth-level spells were not an absolute upgrade. Merlin's abilities were somewhat improved, but not significant.

Only Seventh-level spells could do that. Once he became a Seventh-level Spell Caster, Merlin's six types of Pandora Demon Abilities could be upgraded once more, and their strength would flourish many times over. Many Pandora Demon Abilities could be upgraded to the third stage. Even those with only two stages could be upgraded to their second stage with Seventh-level spells.

Therefore, the Seventh-level was an inherent barrier. Once Merlin had passed it, his capabilities would increase tremendously. The power of his spells alone would be a match for a Great Wizard!

"I should go to the Mind Tower and see if I can expand my Mind Power. Then, I might as well directly construct all the Seventh-level spells, rising to the Seventh-level in one go!"

Merlin was now a Sixth-level Spell Caster. His cultivation pace was very rapid but he was still unfulfilled. With that colossal reserve of energy, the Matrix could immediately construct all Seventh-level spells. What was missing now was Mind Power.

As a Mind Power Master, Merlin's current Mind Power was considered decent. If he could augment it by a bit more, he would be more assured in constructing Seventh-level spells, becoming a powerful Seventh-level Spell Caster in one stroke!

At this moment, a wild and bold idea had formed in Merlin's mind.

Chapter 545: Direction

Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation

In the Mind Tower, Merlin stepped onto the first floor!

Back in the familiar Mind Tower again, Merlin did not waste any more time. The floors which he had successfully completed were no longer of any help to him. Therefore, he went through them like a hot knife through butter, and quickly reached the ninth floor.

"Hmm? You've come again? It looks like you must have gained an understanding!"

On the ninth floor, the old man in black appeared once again. Evidently, Merlin had made an impression on him. Thus, he was able to recognize Merlin at a glance, and a subtle smile flitted over his lips.

"That's right, I've recently gained a new understanding. Please guide me, old Wizard!"

Merlin was brimming with confidence. Although his Mind Heart was only the Eighth-level now, the Mind Power it contained was equivalent to a peak Ninth-level Spell Caster. However, this old man in black only had the Mind Power of an average Ninth-level Spell Caster, so Merlin had suppressed part of his Mind Power, and only used Mind Power of the average Ninth-level.

"Windstorm!"

A windstorm emerged completely from Mind Power, yet it was not an Occult Mind Spell but purely a technique of control. Merlin had discovered upon fusing his Mind Power with his instincts that using Mind Power to induce a windstorm was an incomparably simple matter.

Back then, the old man in black was able to stir up a storm at will because his Mind Power had been merged with his instincts.

"Haha, good one!"

The old man in black was in exuberant spirits. His Mind Power filled the air as he used various tricks to catch Merlin off guard with an attack. Both sides exchanged blows in this manner. Even the sneakiest attack when confronted with its target, was easily dispelled.

This was the benefit of having Mind Power which was fused with instincts. No attack was as fast as Mind Power, so even the most unexpected attack would be blocked by one's instinct. With Mind Power merged into the instincts, one could fend off any sudden attacks.

Both of them were Spell Casters who had fused their Mind Power into their instincts, so both were unable to get in a single blow.

"Haha, that's enough, that's enough!"

Suddenly, the old man in black retreated, and stood in mid-air, a smile tugging at the corner of his mouth. "In the past, those Spell Casters would use the absolute strength of their Mind Power to instantly defeat me but this method would not bring benefit to the growth of one's Mind Power. They didn't consider why was the Mind Tower erected? Without understanding, how would one profit? I can see that you've got it. What's most precious about the Mind Tower is that every floor provides an opportunity for learning. Each floor would benefit a Spell Caster. Since you're a Mind Power Master, it would aid you even more. I can feel that your Mind Power is formidable, and you've suppressed it to the Ninth-level on purpose. Therefore, I've lost long ago. Go ahead to the tenth floor – you'll obtain even more precious things there…"

After bowing to the old man in black respectfully, Merlin took one step back, and his body was instantly washed in a white light, which wrapped around him. His figure disappeared instantly…

…

On the tenth floor of the Mind Tower, there was already an old man in white when Merlin arrived. The old man was sitting on the floor silently, and a tea set was set out before him.

"You've finally come…"

The old man in white lifted his head to glance at Merlin as he spoke serenely as if he had been waiting here long ago.

"O Wizard, is this the tenth floor?"

"That's right, this is the tenth floor. I've waited for you a long time."

"Waited for me?"

Merlin furrowed his brows but did not know what the old man in white meant. Still, he inquired, "I wonder what test is there on the tenth floor?"

"Test? Don't bring that up first. Will you have a cup of tea with me?"

The old man gestured with one hand, and a cup of tea flew from the floor to Merlin. Merlin accepted it dubiously, and took a small sip.

After coming to this world, Merlin had never drunk any tea. Now that he tasted this familiar flavor once again, he reminisced for a moment.

"Oh? Do you like tea?"

The old man in white asked in astonishment.

"I don't but I've drunk it before, and it brought back some memories."

The old man in white set down his cup, and said with a smile, "Very well. Before you came to the tenth floor, old man Sea has told me about your situation, and have asked me to provide you with some benefits. Oh, that's right, you still don't know who old man Sea is. Old man Sea is the guardian of the ninth floor that you've met."

Merlin was slightly stupefied. It turned out that the old man in black on the ninth floor was so helpful to him, asking the guardian of the tenth floor to give Merlin more benefits. Merlin became more respectful to him because of this. The guardians of the Mind Tower were personally appointed by the Arcane Wizards. In terms of Mind Power, they were exceptional.

"Since old man Sea had already mentioned you to me repeatedly, I'll naturally give you some benefits. However, whether or not you can obtain these benefits still depends on you."

Merlin's expression trembled. He knew that the test of the tenth floor might be coming.

"There's no need to be so nervous. Since you're a Mind Power Master, do you know what Mind Power is?"

The old man in white raised a question that appeared simple but one which Merlin was unable to answer.

What was Mind Power? Even Honored Legends would have no answer. In fact, after becoming a Great Wizard, Mind Power did not appear to be important because for a Great Wizard to become a Great Legend, the main thing was to understand the Essence of Elements, and form a Maxim. There was no need to use Mind Power to simulate the Spell Models to cast spells anymore.

It looked as if upon reaching the level of Great Wizard, Mind Power would be abandoned completely. This was the end result of the cultivation of most Spell Casters.

Nonetheless, Merlin was a Mind Power Master. There was still a group such as the Mind Power Masters in this world. They attempted to forge a path that was different from Spell Casters, further strengthening their Mind Power to the level of a Great Legend!

However, what was Mind Power? Merlin thought about it carefully for a long moment before replying, "Mind Power is intangible and vague. Perhaps it's a type of consciousness."

The expression of the old man in white did not change. He set down his cup gently, and said calmly, "What's Mind Power, really? In truth, even I don't know. Not just me but even the Ultimate Arcane Wizards, who are beginning to be enlightened about the natural order, are unable to completely grasp the Essence of Mind Power… Spell Casters understand the Essence of Elements, and can create Maxims, becoming Great Legends! In that case, by understanding the Essence of Mind Power, can we Mind Power Masters also become as powerful as Great Legends?"

The words of the old man in white set off a spark in Merlin's eyes. Wizard Ossais' lifelong goal was to perfect the system of Mind Power Masters, hoping that this would give rise to a Mind Power Master who was on par with Great Legends. As a result, he had created the formidable Occult Mind Spell Nine Hit Strike.

The old man in white appeared to have expected Merlin's interest, and smiled. He continued saying, "Although no one has discovered the Essence of Mind Power even now, the intangible nature of Mind Power is still evident. Mind Power attacks are most peculiar. Spell Casters can merely feel Mind Power but cannot "see" it which means that Mind Power doesn't exist on the material plane."

Merlin nodded as well. He was thoroughly immersed in the old man's point of view. In terms of his understanding of the system of Mind Power, Merlin was, in fact, an amateur with an incomplete understanding. This was a rare opportunity, and he listened with rapt attention.

"Mind Power doesn't exist on the material plane as it's incorporeal! However, once it had reached the Seventh-level, it'll start to interact with the material world. I believe you've experienced that. Mind Power at the Seventh-level can form a powerful attack, which may directly affect the material plane. This is transformation. In fact, we Mind Power Masters, as we constantly improve our Mind Power, are also uncovering the Essence of Mind Power step by step.

"Still, Mind Power remains shapeless. If Mind Power was to turn from shapeless to corporeal one day, what would change? Mind Power can simulate anything, and once it attains a form, won't we be able to obtain anything we want with a single thought? That is, in fact, a power that only belongs to the grand natural order… The entire Void Zone is operated by the natural order, and even the Ultimate Arcane Wizards have no way of violating the natural order.

"Your Nine Hit Strike merely interacts with the material world through powerful Mind Power. In truth, that's already the wrong path… Interacting with the material world, in the end, can't compare to turning Mind Power itself into something material. That would be a grand, limitless scenario. Think about it. If someone from the Mind Power Masters truly achieved this, what would they become?"

The old man in white was now wearing an expression of unrestrained emotion and excitement.

"Boom."

At the moment, it was as if a thunderclap had rung in Merlin's mind. Everything was turned upside down. Mind Power was intangible but it could transform into anything. What if it really could become something tangible?

Turning something incorporeal into something solid seemed to be a fairy tale but Merlin believed that it could be done because he had personally witnessed this fairy tale. The black cat Didimoss had transformed from a non-living entity to a living being.

It was as if a stone had suddenly gained life. It was inconceivable and outrageous for it had reversed the natural order.

Since the black cat Didimoss could reverse the natural order, why not Mind Power? Moreover, after Mind Power had reached the Seventh-level, was it not able to interact with the material world?

If taken one step further, Mind Power would directly turn into something material from the intangible into the tangible… Perhaps this was the true direction of Mind Power Masters, the road for them to achieve power.

If that day really arrived, and Mind Power could turn the intangible into something material, Merlin was unable to picture how powerful Mind Power Masters would actually be.

At the very least, once Mind Power could turn corporeal, it was something the average Legend or Honored Legend could not compare to.

Merlin became more and more excited, and his gaze toward the old man in white had changed, becoming very respectful.

"Teacher! You're my teacher!"

Merlin bowed deferentially to the old man in white. This discussion did not seem to have brought many benefits to Merlin but in fact, it had illuminated a direction for Merlin, a direction which no one would imagine.

This wonderful gift was even greater than Ossais' teaching of the Occult Mind Spell Nine Hit Strike!

"That's right, perhaps our hopes are really placed on you… You're also my only disciple! Alright, you can go. There's no need to go to the eleventh floor. You won't have to come to the Mind Tower anymore. This tower is no longer of any use to you."

The words of the old man in white caused Merlin's face to shift slightly. He had merely reached the tenth floor. The Mind Tower had sixteen floors in total, how could it be useless to him?

Moreover, the old man in white was only the guardian of the tenth floor. The eleventh floor, twelfth floor, and so on – would those not be even more helpful to Merlin?

Merlin's expression shifted uncertainly as he looked at the old man in white. In that instant, the mood between them turned taciturn.

"Teacher, this Mind Tower is created by the Arcane Wizards, containing endless mysteries, so I still wish to attempt further and gain more understanding."

Merlin spoke cautiously.

"Oh? Merlin, you think you're on the tenth floor?"

The old man in white gave a wooden smile as he looked at Merlin, following which, with a light wave of his hand, the tenth floor of the Mind Tower began to rapidly transform. The familiar surroundings were disappearing at a terrifying speed…

Chapter 546: The Blackfire King

Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation

"This…"

Merlin stared with mouth agape at his environment. The familiar tenth floor had already vanished, and where he was at now was, in fact, a lavish place, surrounded by transparent veluriyam.

When he looked down below, he could see everything that was beneath him. He was no longer on the tenth floor or to be more accurate, he had never been on the tenth floor.

"Teacher, where have you brought me to?"

Merlin asked softly.

"No, you've been here the entire time – the sixteenth floor. In fact, when you left the ninth floor, you were handed over to me on the sixteenth floor."

"What? The sixteenth floor?"

Merlin's expression changed significantly. He knew that the Mind Tower only had sixteen floors in total, and even now, the number of Spell Casters who had reached the sixteenth floor could be counted on one's fingers. He had directly come to the sixteenth floor from the ninth floor.

"So, everything earlier was a Hallucinating spell?"

Merlin recalled that he had even drunk tea earlier. He could distinctly taste the aroma and bitterness of the tea. His Mind Power was very powerful, and he had experienced many Hallucinating spells in the past but never like this one. He had not the slightest inkling that it was an illusion. This was far too scary.

"What's illusory and what's real – aren't they simply separated by a boundary? It's just a shame that an illusion is still an illusion, and can't become reality… All that I can accomplish now is merely to make an illusion seem real but it's still 'illusory' in the end, and not reality! The Essence of Mind Power is to change the illusory into reality, and I can't do that yet…"

The voice of the old man in white carried a helpless and rueful tone.

However, it was as if a stormy sea had broken out in Merlin's mind. Only now did he sense that the old man in white before him, his new Teacher in Mind Power, was so terrifying in terms of Mind Power. This old man was definitely stronger than Ossais who had taught Merlin Nine Hit Strike.

At the very least, the old man in white had found his way whereas Ossais was still without direction.

After a long moment, Merlin understood that the identity of the old man in white was extraordinary. A powerful master who oversaw the sixteenth floor of the Mind Tower must be someone whom not even the Ultimate Arcane Wizards would overlook.

Therefore, Merlin asked carefully, "May I know who Teacher is?"

The old man in white laughed slightly. "Diss! However, this name isn't commonly used. It's so ancient that even I'm about to forget it…"

"Diss?"

Merlin carefully thought about this name but none of his memories carried an impression of it. It was an unfamiliar name.

"However, most people call me the Blackfire King!"

A strange smile had crawled over the old man's face, and when Merlin heard this name, his face instantly became stiff.

King! This was not a label that most Spell Casters could achieve. Even the Great Honored Legends were not called a King. In simple terms, the label of King was not a definite indicator of one's level but rather a general appraisal of one's power.

To become a King, one must at least be an Honored Legend! Moreover, one must be unrivaled. After achieving the status of Legend, one must not have had any failures, and must also wipe out a foreign tribe's civilization.

To wipe out a civilization by oneself – how awe-inspiring and terrifying was such a feat?

Just like the Dora Demon Tribe who had nine Royal Demons during their golden age who were comparable to Honored Legends. Finally, the Ultimate Arcane Wizard was enraged, and they personally attacked to slay those nine Royal Demons, extinguishing the Dora Demon's civilization with one Wizard's strength.

In truth, it was not just the Ultimate Arcane Wizard who had powers like these. Some formidable Honored Legends had similar abilities. Nonetheless, to fulfill those two conditions, one must at least be an Honored Legend, and exterminate a foreign civilization on one's own. Only Spell Casters like these had the right to be called a King!

The Blackfire King was one such prominent figure. He might not be the strongest among the Honored Legends but news of his feat had definitely spread the furthest. Almost every Spell Caster in Arcane City had heard of him before.

The Blackfire King had cultivated two Maxims to their peak, which were a Darkness-type Maxim, and a Fire-type Maxim. "Blackfire" was thus an honorific, and "King" was an affirmation of his abilities and achievements.

The Blackfire King had previously, with just his own strength, wiped out three foreign civilizations, one of which even had a few powerful Honored Legends. Even so, they were slain by the Blackfire King alone, and thus he had acquired more than ten dimensions!

Thereafter, the Blackfire King had made an astonishing move. He gifted the ten dimensions he had received to Arcane City at no cost, and thus became a Legend-in-residence at Arcane City, staying here ever since.

From that point onward, few had seen the Blackfire King, and most did not know what he had been up to. Now, it looked like the Blackfire King had always been in Arcane City, and was even appointed by the Ultimate Arcane Wizard to oversee the sixteenth floor of the Mind Tower!

What Merlin found hardest to understand was that the Blackfire King's detailed elaboration on the system of Mind Power earlier was definitely not insights he had simply gained overnight. Surely, in terms of Mind Power, he was highly accomplished.

A powerful Great King still wanted to focus on cultivating Mind Power? It should be known that the system of Mind Power Masters was still not refined. There were no Mind Power Masters who could solely rely on Mind Power to be on par with Legends.

Forget about a Great King; even among most Great Wizards or Legends, few would concentrate on cultivating Mind Power.

"There's no need to be puzzled… Although I've grasped two Maxims thoroughly and become a King, there's almost no hope for me to go any further. In truth, having reached this stage of a Great Legend, I don't have to focus on consolidating Maxims anymore because it's practically impossible. Since there's no more hope, most would turn to research other matters. For instance, some Great Kings like to study puppets, focusing their research on puppets which are powerful to the extreme. Or they might research runes. It just so happens that I have an interest in Mind Power, and I think that once the system of Mind Power is perfected, and we discover the Essence of Mind Power, changing the illusory into reality, we would likely reach a level that even an Ultimate Arcane Wizard would find difficult to conceive. Merlin, you're the first one to learn of my theory in full, and you have the best chance to perfect the system of Mind Power Masters, thus fulfilling my theory…"

Countless thoughts flashed across Merlin's mind. Even if he put aside the Blackfire King's guidance in terms of Mind Power, the Blackfire King was still a Legend with a Darkness Maxim. His understanding of Darkness-type spells was not inferior to the Legend of Darkness Oflas in the slightest.

After all, having condensed a Darkness Maxim to its peak, his general power was the same. The only difference was that a Darkness Maxim had a different approach, and most Spell Casters who had cultivated Darkness-type spells would have comparatively stronger Mind Power.

Perhaps this was why the Blackfire King focused on studying Mind Power.

"Teacher, be rest assured that there'll come a day where I'll improve the system of Mind Power Masters, making your theory come true!"

Merlin's voice was solemn, and the Blackfire King smiled before he said slowly, "That's right, what I've achieved for the system of Mind Power Masters is only in theory. All that I can help you with is to simply point you into one direction. However, besides Mind Power, perhaps I can still assist you in other areas."

A mysterious smile crossed the Blackfire King's lips, after which he stretched out a withered hand, and passed it gently over Merlin.

"Buzz."

Merlin's entire body stiffened, following which Darkness Eye in his palm seemed to come under great pressure. The giant ghostly face abruptly formed over Merlin's head, and one could even see the wrath of the ghostly face.

"Whoosh."

The Blackfire King made another vigorous gesture, and the bloodlike Darkness Eye was forcibly extracted from Merlin's palm, coming into the Blackfire King's hand.

"Hehe, Darkness Eye. This is the most notorious technique of the Legend of Darkness Oflas. All who cultivated Darkness Eye are practically Oflas' puppets. Once you've cultivated Darkness Eye to its seventh form, heh, you won't be yourself anymore. Darkness Eye will retaliate completely, turning the Spell Caster into a puppet instantly. Through all these years, under Oflas' hand, there had appeared a dozen or so individuals who had cultivated Darkness Eye to its seventh form, and finally, become Oflas' Legendary puppets!"

"What? Become a puppet?"

Merlin had gone through numerous shocks by now. He had always felt that Darkness Eye was rather odd, thinking that it was because it had absorbed too many negative emotions, resulting in a backlash.

He did not expect that this was simply a trick by the Legend of Darkness Oflas, whose intention was to turn Spell Casters into his puppets.

"Darkness Eye is mystical indeed. Once cultivated to its seventh form, most Great Wizards can explode with the power of a Legend! Therefore, Oflas has relied upon Darkness Eye to establish a troop of relentless and fearless Legendary puppets. He really has his tricks. However, for him to have targeted my disciple, I'll have to teach him a lesson."

An icy glint flashed across the amiable face of the Blackfire King, following which his body emanated wisps of the Darkness Maxim which immediately engulfed Darkness Eye.

"Boom!"

Darkness Eye swelled up frantically, following which an image was projected from Darkness Eye, transforming into a black-caped Spell Caster shrouded in darkness.

"So, it's the Blackfire King! Since this Wizard is connected to the Blackfire King, naturally, I won't disturb him anymore…"

This projection was the Legend of Darkness Oflas. He even gave Merlin a deep look before deciding to leave but the Blackfire King laughed coldly. "Oflas, you dare to touch even a disciple of mine. Heh, it seems like you no longer have any regard for me these days?"

The Legend of Darkness Oflas was rather afraid of the Blackfire King. Even though Oflas was a Great Honored Legend with a longstanding reputation, he was still junior to the Blackfire King.

"Great Blackfire King, surely Merlin wasn't your disciple before this?"

"So what? Oflas, regardless of whether Merlin was my disciple before this, he's my disciple now! I'll keep this Maxim seed of yours as a form of restitution to Merlin. If you're unhappy about that, you can ask the Arcane Wizard to arbitrate!"

With that, the Blackfire King's hand flared up with a surging blaze. The flames were transparent, and one could only feel the fearsome heat.

Under the scorching temperature, Oflas' expression changed quickly, even wailing loudly, "Blackfire King, you're too unreasonable, I'll bring this matter to the Arcane Wizard, argh…"

The projection of Oflas unleashed pitiful cries, following which it was burned to ashes by the flames, leaving only a mystical force. It was a Darkness Maxim cultivated to its peak.

This Darkness Maxim was immediately inserted into Darkness Eye by the Blackfire King, following which he waved his hand and Darkness Eye was embedded once more into Merlin's palm.

"That Maxim of Oflas had cultivated Darkness Eye to its sixth form… This is a small gift to you! Darkness Eye can still be useful. With the seventh form, one can achieve the fighting powers of an ordinary Legend. However, the seventh form isn't easy to cultivate. Oflas had cast a wide net, and who knows how many Spell Casters are cultivating Darkness Eye but only a dozen or so have recently cultivated it to its seventh form."

Merlin was nearly mad with ecstasy. He could feel the immense energy fluctuations of Darkness Eye, which was nearly on par with some Great Wizards at their peak. Even if it could not defeat the top Great Wizards, it was still Merlin's greatest weapon for now.

"Thank you, Teacher!"

Merlin knew that the Blackfire King had no qualms about offending the Legend of Darkness Oflas only for the sake of his disciple.

"Merlin, you mustn't mention to anyone outside that you're my disciple! In truth, that teacher Zado of yours isn't bad as well. Five Maxims – that's an extreme potential. Once he becomes an Honored Legend with the Terra Maxim, his battle prowess would only be second to a King. In addition, he's a Five-Elemental Spell Caster, which is aligned with the spells you constructed, so he's suited to guide you. As for Darkness-type spells, you can ask me… However, what you currently need is your own understanding. Other people, even Honored Legends, can only help you directly to a small extent…"

Merlin bobbed his head. He sensed that even Honored Legends could only guide him in the right direction. For concrete improvements, he would have to rely on his own understanding.

"Alright, it's time to leave. If you want to look me up for anything in the future, just talk to this rune, and I'll know immediately… However, the Void Zone has no space nor time, so this rune is useless there. You can only use it when you're in Arcane City."

Merlin kept the Blackfire King's rune carefully, following which he bowed in respect again. Today, the Blackfire King had done him a huge favor. In his heart, the Blackfire King had risen to a level similar to Wizard Leo, both being teachers who had helped him immensely.

"Go forth! I'll wait for the day when you'll perfect the system of Mind Power Masters…"

The Blackfire King gazed warmly at Merlin before he waved his hand. A white light covered Merlin, and instantly transported him from the Mind Tower

Chapter 547: Leaving

Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation

After returning, Merlin quickly held out his hand. Darkness Eye in his palm was still emitting traces of crimson light, appearing very peculiar.

However, Merlin could clearly feel that the "backlash" of Darkness Eye from before had disappeared. Darkness Eye had indeed absorbed the negative energy and became stronger. However, there was no backlash whatsoever from the negative emotions. This was all thanks to the Legend of Darkness, Oflas.

Perhaps the conspiracy of Darkness Eye was no longer a secret among some powerful Legends. Back then, when he was cut off from the world in the Glorious Land, he had even thought that the Legend of Darkness, Oflas, was dead. Who would have known that Darkness Eye was hiding such an astonishing secret?

"Fortunately, I met my teacher. Otherwise, I would be digging my own grave if I continued to cultivate Darkness Eye!"

Merlin felt slightly scared thinking about it now.

"The Legend of Darkness, Oflas… One day, I'll definitely repay you with thanks twice over for today!"

A trace of coldness flashed across Merlin's eyes. Although he did not meet the Legend of Darkness, Oflas, Darkness Eye had put him in such danger that Merlin was naturally not comfortable.

"Darkness Eye is now comparable to some peak Great Wizards. Maybe there's still a gap from those top Great Wizards but it shouldn't be that huge!"

Merlin felt the power in Darkness Eye. Although he hated Oflas very much in his heart, he had to admire him for creating such a powerful special Pandora Demon Ability. It could even make a Great Wizard burst with an ordinary Legend's power.

This time, after returning from the Mind Tower, although his Mind Power had not significantly improved, his Mind Heart had already reached the Eight-level. His Mind Power was comparable to some of the more powerful Ninth-level Spell Casters.

Under such a circumstance, Merlin's attempt to construct all Seventh-level spells was not that difficult. However, he still had to start constructing to know whether it could be done.

Of course, Merlin had made up his mind never to construct spells in Arcane City. After all, he had just become a Sixth-level Spell Caster. If he became a Seventh-level Spell Caster in such a short amount of time, it would arouse suspicion even in Arcane City with his numerous talents.

Even if there was just the slightest chance of arousing suspicion, Merlin would not risk it. The secret of the Matrix could only be known by him. Therefore, he planned to leave Arcane City and construct Seventh-level spells in a safe place.

As for the specific place to go, Merlin already had an idea. When he was in the Kingdom of Blackmoon, he had obtained two dimension coordinates. One was for Wizard Saitu where he had obtained the Thunder Maxim. There was a specific dimension coordinate in it but Wizard Saitu might still be inside, so it was not absolutely safe.

The remaining one was naturally Ecuador's dimension. In the mysterious castle in Subzero Snowfield, when Merlin had controlled the puppet in the castle, it also mentioned a specific dimension coordinate.

Furthermore, this Wizard Ecuador had most likely fallen, and this dimension was most likely an unowned dimension. As for what exactly had happened, Merlin had to go and find out for himself. After all, it had been such a long time, so anything could happen.

However, before leaving, Merlin still had to wait for Legend Zado's message as well as the release of the black cat Didimoss into the vast Void Zone. With the black cat Didimoss' accompaniment, safety would naturally be greatly increased.

…

For a month, Merlin had a rare period of quietness. He studied Mind Power every day, and had transformed various things. He even took the initiative to immerse himself in the illusion which he had "weaved".

His illusion was far inferior to the Blackfire King's and did not even seem real. However, Merlin was not discouraged. The path of a Mind Power Master was inevitably tough. Now, he was just like a pioneer, and needed to explore the path slowly and bit by bit.

"Merlin, come to my castle!"

Suddenly, the rune on Merlin's arm twinkled with threads of light, and transmitted Legend Zado's voice.

Merlin's heart rejoiced. He quickly stood up, and went directly to Legend Zado's castle.

"You came quickly."

Seeing Merlin, Legend Zado laughed, and stroked the black cat Didimoss. There seemed to be a trace of sadness but he finally let go of Didimoss.

"Whoosh."

Didimoss jumped onto Merlin's shoulder, and as Merlin took a closer look, Didimoss seemed to have gained some weight. In such a short period of time, Legend Zado had let the black cat Didimoss to eat well for it to have gained weight. Now, the black cat Didimoss had become a "fat cat" not just in name but in reality too.

"Teacher Zado, I want to leave Arcane City and wander into the Void Zone."

Merlin hesitated for a moment before speaking. Now that Legend Zado was his teacher, he naturally had to explain to Legend Zado why he wanted to leave Arcane City.

"To wander?"

Legend Zado was slightly stunned. Then, he looked at Merlin for a moment, and nodded thoughtfully. "So, you've already begun constructing Seventh-level spells. Seventh-level is indeed a threshold hence you can't be careless. You may be able to derive the spells faster if you go out and wander."

Legend Zado's hand grabbed the air, and a ball of multicolored light appeared in his hands. The ball fluctuated between colors constantly, appearing exceptionally beautiful.

"This is the imprint from condensing my five-elemental Maxim. I'll put it in your arm now. You can release it if you've encountered any danger. Even if it's Legends with two or three Maxims, it'll be able to repel them. However, the time will be very short. You'll have to grasp the opportunity and escape. Generally, the moment my Maxim imprint appears, the other party would know it's me. I believe my name still has some effect in the entire Spell Caster civilization…"

After Legend Zado had said that, he hit the multicolored light on Merlin's arm. It looked like a faintly colored birthmark.

Merlin sensed that as long as he willed it, he would be able to unleash this imprint. This was a method that Legend Zado had given Merlin to save him, and also directly showed that Legend Zado attached great importance to his disciple.

"Thank you, Teacher Zado!"

There was a ripple in Merlin's heart. Although Legend Zado was very extreme in his actions, once someone became his disciple, he would be very protective of his disciple.

"Hmm, Merlin, when you go, as my disciple, as long as you don't encounter any Honored Legends, you won't have to worry about anything. I'll bear the brunt of any serious trouble. All you have to do is remember not to disgrace me, understand?"

"Em, I understand!"

Merlin looked at the dignified and high-spirited Legend Zado and felt slightly speechless. Was this not urging his disciple to look for trouble? However, this feeling was indeed quite comfortable…

"However, if you meet an Honored Legend, that'll be quite troublesome. Don't provoke any Honored Legends for now."

Although he "encouraged" Merlin to get into trouble, Legend Zado still knew what he could and could not handle.

Merlin was quite speechless. How would it be that easy to meet an Honored Legend? Even after entering the Void Zone for so long, and arriving at Arcane City, it was only due to coincidence that he had met the Honored Legend, the Blackfire King in the Mind Tower.

Due to occupying hundreds or thousands of dimensions, the entire Spell Caster civilization had many Legendary Wizards. However, Honored Legends were still rare. Even hundreds of dimensions could not give birth to an Honored Legend.

"Teacher, I'll be cautious!"

"Hm, then go and quickly become a Seventh-level Wizard!"

Legend Zado waved Merlin away, and Merlin also respectfully bowed before leaving the castle.

Then, Merlin communicated with the Blackfire King's imprint.

"Teacher, I'm preparing to leave Arcane City to wander into the Void Zone."

"The Void Zone? Come back to the Mind Tower first."

Hence, Merlin went to the Mind Tower. Now that he had the Blackfire King's invitation, he did not need to spend Adventure points, and went directly to the sixteenth floor.

"You want to wander?"

The Blackfire King raised his head and asked calmly.

"Yes, Teacher. No one has walked the path of a Mind Power Master. If I want to perfect it, I can't just stay in one place. Only by wandering around can I perhaps get the opportunity to perfect the Mind Power Master's system! Besides, I'm still a Spell Caster, and I need to construct spells…"

The Blackfire King interrupted Merlin before he could finish. He hesitated for a moment before saying, "I don't have anything to give you but I believe that Legend Zado has already given you something to save yourself with. Some Honored Legends will also give Legend Zado some face. Furthermore, you're also a Potential Wizard of Arcane City. With these two identities as well as that item that Legend Zado had given you, ordinary Spell Casters won't attack you with the intention of bullying the weak, so I can be relieved. However, if you encounter danger and Legend Zado doesn't do anything, you can reveal that you're my disciple! Otherwise, you aren't allowed to tell anyone that you're my disciple, understand?"

Merlin's heart trembled. It seemed that the Blackfire King was very low profile, and was the polar opposite from Legend Zado. Legend Zado wanted everyone to know that Merlin was his disciple while the Blackfire King did not want anyone to know that Merlin was his disciple.

"I understand!"

"Alright, go. I hope the next you return to Arcane City, I'll be able to see your improvement!"

Merlin knew that the "improvement" the Blackfire King wanted to see was an improvement in the Mind Power system. Merlin could only nod, and then he was sent out of the Mind Tower after being wrapped with white light.

Chapter 548: Devouring Insect Tribe

Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation

In the boundless Void Zone, an extremely fast flying ship was flying at a steady pace. On the flying ship was a black-robed young Wizard currently looking at a map while slightly frowning.

"Wizard Saitu's Dimension is slightly nearer. The Ecuador Dimension is too far. With the speed of the Aurora Ship, it'll only be able to reach after flying for years…"

The Wizard on the flying ship was Merlin, who had just left Arcane City. The map in his hands seemed to cover more than half of the dimensions of the Spell Caster civilization. It could be considered to be an extremely comprehensive map.

However, in the vast Void Zone, the dimensions the Spell Caster civilization controlled was just a drop in the ocean, so there were many places and dimensions that were not indicated on the map.

Merlin's current destination was not Wizard Saitu's Dimension but the Shkedu's Dimension on the way to Wizard Saitu's Dimension.

The Shkedu Dimension, although its name sounded a little awkward, was based on how the Shkedu people in this dimension used to pronounce it. In the Molta language, "Shkedu" meant "center".

The Shkedu Dimension was the center dimension. Just by looking at the name, one would know the importance of the Shkedu Dimension.

This time, Merlin's trip to the Shkedu Dimension was to prepare for Wizard Saitu's Dimension. His Mind Heart had most likely already reached Eighth-level Mind Heart, so his Mind Power should be enough to construct all Seventh-level spells.

However, if Merlin wanted his strength to have a quantitative upgrade after reaching the Seventh-level, he had to cultivate every spell's fused Pandora Demon Ability to their highest stage.

Some fused Pandora Demon Abilities would be able to naturally upgrade their power as long as the spell met the requirements but most fused Pandora Demon Abilities needed certain rare items to cultivate.

In Arcane City, although there were various cultivation facilities, and could be considered as unrivaled, there were no exchanging of rare items. At most, it would be some things like casting tools or robes.

As for rare items, they were usually bought from large-sized dimensions, and the Shkedu Dimension was one of the nearer large-sized dimensions among Wizard Saitu's Dimensions.

Merlin's idea was to buy the rare items first, find a safe place to construct Seventh-level spells, increase the spell's power by fusing a Pandora Demon Ability, and used the qualitative upgrade in the spell's power to finally wander into Wizard Saitu's Dimension and the Ecuador Dimension to see if they were still in good condition or if anything new happened.

"My fused Pandora Demon Abilities are still a little weak!"

Merlin murmured in a low voice. His fused Pandora Demon Abilities were all obtained in the Glorious Land. They were either two or three staged, and some were even forcefully fused into spells, so their quality and power were unevenly matched.

This was an obvious shortcoming of Merlin's spells. If he was like Saturn, and had a grand Honored Legend with four Maxims as his teacher since he was young, then his fused Pandora Demon Abilities would definitely be the best. Adding that to his Perfect-grade spells, his spells' power would be at least thirty percent stronger than it was now.

However, on a Spell Caster's path, not everything went according to one's wishes. Merlin's fused Pandora Demon Abilities were indeed quite far behind when compared to a genius with a good background like Saturn, but he had the Matrix to derive Perfect-grade spells for him, which also made up for it quite a bit.

Thus, if he could purchase the required rare items needed to fuse Pandora Demon Abilities, and raised them to the highest stage, then the spell's power should have a massive increase when Merlin became a Seventh-level Spell Caster.

Time passed quickly. In the blink of an eye, Merlin had been on the Aurora Ship for half a year. From Arcane City to the Shkedu Dimension, even if the Aurora Ship flew at full speed, it would take at least half a year to reach.

According to the mark on the dimension map, Merlin was not far away from the Shkedu Dimension. He would be able to reach the Shkedu Dimension after three days at most.

"Phew… This is so tiring!"

Merlin let out a long sigh. In this half year on the Aurora Ship, Merlin had been comprehending the "illusory" ability of Mind Power. If he wanted to make an illusion become real using Mind Power, he first had to make great progress in the "illusion" ability.

Previously, the Blackfire King was able to pass off the false as reality, and Merlin did not even have any suspicion. That was naturally because the Blackfire King's Mind Power was strong, but it also showed that the Blackfire King was very accomplished in "illusions".

Merlin already had some ideas about how to change illusion to reality using Mind Power. First, his Mind Power must be extremely strong. Only a strong enough Mind Power would be able to support the illusion into becoming reality.

Next, one needed to comprehend the essence of Mind Power. By understanding the entire process, it would be equivalent to succeeding half already.

What Merlin was doing now was to understand and comprehend "illusion". Only after he had thoroughly comprehended "illusion" would he be able to change it into reality. This was a very long and difficult process, and even Merlin did not know exactly how much time it would take. Would it be a few years or a few thousand years? Merlin was unsure whether he could even succeed.

He was now a pioneer. Every step forward was an uncharted land which he had opened up, and was of great significance. However, this road was doomed to be solitary, and could only be slowly explored by himself.

Over the past six months, Merlin had not been doing useless work. He had indeed made great progress in "illusion". It was not the illusion that Darkness-type spells brought forward, but an illusion directly woven by Merlin's Mind Power. It was extremely realistic, and even ordinary Spell Casters would not be able to discover it.

Of course, if he wanted to reach the Blackfire King's level where even Merlin's Mind Power could not discover it, he still needed to put in a lot of effort.

"I should reach the Shkedu Dimension in a few days. Then.."

Merlin was planning how he would buy rare items in the Shkedu Dimension step by step when his Aurora Ship lightly trembled. No matter how slight the tremor was, Merlin keenly felt it.

"There's movement up ahead? That was an Elemental fluctuation. Is it a Spell Caster using spells?"

Merlin's eyes narrowed, and he immediately stood up in alert. In the boundless Void Zone, the chances of encountering a Spell Caster was extremely small, even if this area was controlled by Spell Casters.

It was like a vast universe. No matter how large a spaceship was, how low would the probability of encountering someone else?

Thus, in the past six months Merlin was in the Void Zone, this was his first time encountering an Elemental fluctuation. Driven by curiosity, Merlin steered the Aurora Ship and flew rapidly toward the direction of the Elemental fluctuation.

…

"Squeak squeak squeak."

A large group of black beetles, almost hundreds of thousands of them, blanketed the scene as if forming a big net, and were whistling toward a source of white light in front.

"It's really those pesky bugs. Why am I unlucky as to encounter the Devouring Insect Tribe?"

In the white light, a figure flew forward while staggering, but the insects were extremely quick, and formed a large net to block the figure in the white light.

Wizard Luce had already somewhat lost hope. To come across the Devouring Insect Tribe in the vast Void Zone was truly "superb" luck.

The Devouring Insect Tribe was also called the Dimension Plague. They were born to live from dimension to dimension. The Tribe's hive mind could live and grow parasitically in a dimension, and finally create countless Devouring Insects that would slowly gnaw at the entire dimension until nothing was left.

Thus, the Devouring Insect Tribe was called the Plague of the Dimensions!

The Devouring Insect Tribe was extremely terrifying but fortunately, their numbers were small. That was because the lifespan of those insects was very short, only a hundred years long. They relied on dimensions to live, so if there were none, they could even starve to death.

The distance between many dimensions was very far, and with the insects' flying speed, it might take hundreds of years to reach a faraway dimension. By then, they would have long starved to death.

It was also precisely because of this that the Devouring Insect Tribe numbers were small. Encountering them in the vast Void Zone really was extremely unlikely.

However, Wizard Luce was precisely that unlucky. He had almost reached the Shkedu Dimension but he ended up encountering the Devouring Insect Tribe. Fortunately, this group was not extremely strong. The hive mind seemed to have just reached the Ninth-level, so the insects would all generally be the Seventh or Eighth-level.

However, under a hive mind's guidance, a large group of insects could exhibit terrifying power. Even some strong Ninth-level Spell Casters would be trapped and surrounded, and finally be devoured.

Wizard Luce had sacrificed a good amount of casting tools as well as some powerful defensive Runic Magic Circles to get to where he was and finally stumbled close to the Shkedu Dimension.

Once in the Shkedu Dimension, those Devouring Insects that seemed to still be in their infancy stage would pose little threat, and be easily destroyed by some Great Wizards.

However, it was a pity that Wizard Luce seemed to have run out of resources, and could no longer break free from the Devouring Insect Tribe.

"Damn it, what do I do? What do I do? Those loathsome bugs will eat me until nothing remains…"

Wizard Luce's expression was full of anxiety.

Suddenly, a golden light in front flew over at breakneck speed.

"Whoosh."

The golden light suddenly stopped, and a black-robed Wizard flew out from the flying ship. Wizard Luce immediately rejoiced. It was as if he found an oasis in the desert.

However, he became disappointed just as quickly. He looked carefully, and discovered that this black-robed Wizard was weak to the point of being pitiful. He was only a Sixth-level Spell Caster.

Luce was slightly disappointed but he quickly adjusted his attitude. He still had an idea, so he shouted toward the black-robed Wizard, "The Wizard over there, I'm Wizard Luce from the Shkedu Dimension. I happened to encounter this hateful Devouring Insect Tribe, but they're currently at their weakest infancy stage! Your flying ship is very fast, and these insects won't be able to keep up. I implore you to hurry into the Shkedu Dimension, and call for a Great Wizard. I'm willing to give you a million elemental crystal stones as a reward!"

A million elemental crystal stones were almost two-thirds of Wizard Luce's wealth that he had accumulated for several hundred years. However, in order to survive, he could only suffer financial losses.

However, after Wizard Luce had finished speaking, he noticed that the black-robed Wizard was indifferent, and showed no signs of leaving. Wizard Luce became worried, and said through gritted teeth, "The Wizard over there, if you're willing to go to the Shkedu Dimension and call for help, I'll give you an additional two hundred thousand elemental crystal stones!"

Wizard Luce gnashed his teeth. In order to live, he was prepared to spend money in large amounts. He had already taken out most of his wealth.

However, the black-robed Wizard still showed no sign of leaving, and instead approached forward.

"If you give me a million and two hundred thousand elemental crystal stones, then I won't have to go to the Shkedu Dimension anymore."

The black-robed Wizard looked at the stupefied Wizard Luce, and revealed a calm smile.

Chapter 549: Pavilion of Rarities

Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation

The black-robed Wizard was Merlin, who came from afar. He naturally knew how famous the Devouring Insect Tribe in front of him was. However, as the trapped Wizard said, these insects were still in their infancy stage, and were not strong at all.

"Endless Flame!"

Merlin took a step forward, and his body burst into ferocious flames. The might of Merlin's sixth-level spell could already rival a ninth-level spell.

Perhaps it was nothing much before the dense Devouring Insect Tribe, but Merlin still had another move.

"What? Hurry up and go. Those are Devouring Insects. Even if they're in their infancy stage, they're not something that you can handle. Hurry and go to the Shkedu Dimension and call for a Great Wizard."

Luce became very worried when he saw Merlin acted directly. He was anxious that if Merlin died, there would be no hope for him anymore.

"Is that so?"

Merlin looked at the insects that were surrounded by the flames. His Fire-type spell indeed could not do anything against these insects, but very quickly, sounds of thunder started to rumble in the vast Void Zone.

"Boom!"

Countless peals of lightning roared down, turning into an electric net, and mercilessly fell on Endless Fire. The flames and electricity formed a perfect fusion and emitted a dreadful force.

"Explode!"

Merlin shouted softly, and a white light immediately rumbled, almost lighting up several hundred meters of the Void Zone. The terrifying shock wave spread in all directions without restraint.

As for the dense Devouring Insect Tribe, they no longer emitted any sound. They were completely reduced into ash by the fused spell's explosive shock wave…

"Whoosh…"

Merlin cast a Wind-type spell to blow away some of the smoke generated from the explosion. The insects have all but completely disappeared, and all that was left was Wizard Luce's astonished face.

Merlin walked toward Wizard Luce and said calmly, "It's time to honor your promise. One million and two hundred thousand elemental crystal stones!"

"Uh…"

Wizard Luce returned to his senses. He looked at Merlin with flashing eyes and knew that the Wizard before him was a true Spell Caster genius from the legends. The kind of demonic super genius who was able to surpass several challenges!

Merlin was only a sixth-level Spell Caster, but when he handled the horrible Devouring Insect Tribe, he looked relaxed, and dealt with them easily. Only demonic geniuses could have that kind of power.

"Of course, I won't go back on my word!"

After the excitement, Wizard Luce's heart was filled with bitterness. One million and two hundred thousand elemental crystal stones… He had accumulated them over hundreds of years, but now they were all gone.

Although his heart ached, he was already very lucky to preserve his life. Thus, Wizard Luce very willingly gave the one million and two hundred thousand elemental crystal stones over to Merlin.

Merlin kept the elemental crystal stones inside his ring, and revealed a smile. He never thought that he would be able to get such a large sum of "easy money" after almost reaching the Shkedu Dimension. His purpose at the Shkedu Dimension this time was to buy some rare items, and he did have a lot of elemental crystal stones. However, no one knew how much those rare items would cost, so the more elemental crystal stones he had, the better.

Then, when Luce found out that Merlin wanted to go to the Shkedu Dimension, he volunteered to be Merlin's guide. Since Merlin was not familiar with the Shkedu Dimension, having a Wizard as a guide would help him avoid a lot of trouble.

Thus, the two Wizards chatted while flying toward the Shkedu Dimension.

…

"It's bustling!"

Merlin stood outside the Shkedu Dimension, and watched the many Spell Casters going to and fro, and said with deep emotion. He had not seen such a lively scene ever since he entered the Void Zone.

The Shkedu Dimension in front of him had countless flying ships constantly entering and exiting. There were also some Spell Casters, but the lowest of them were of the seventh-level, and they were driving some stronger Spell Casters. Otherwise, it would be difficult to enter the dimension.

There was even fewer Spell Caster below the seventh-level like Merlin!

Wizard Luce, who was acting as Merlin's guide, said proudly, "That's natural. I've been in the Shkedu Dimension since I was young, so I know it like the back of my hand! The entire Shkedu Dimension is basically equivalent to a huge trade city. The Spell Casters coming and going into the Shkedu Dimension span from hundreds of dimensions. Even some great Honored Legends sometimes come to the Shkedu Dimension to see if there's anything they need."

Then, the two flew into the Shkedu Dimension together. Although there were many Spell Casters in this huge dimension, there were also many Elements. In fact, it was rich in Elements, and was a very suitable dimension for Spell Casters.

Along the way, Wizard Luce had introduced the Shkedu Dimension in a non-stop babble. He pointed at a group of Spell Casters, and said proudly, "The number of Spell Casters in the Shkedu Dimension are countless. Roughly speaking, there're at least a billion of them!

"In addition to the large amount of Spell Casters, some ordinary Shkedians have completely assimilated into the Spell Caster civilization, and have become no different from us, Spell Casters. Moreover, we even produced three Honored Legends as well as dozens of ordinary Legends!"

Wizard Luce's detailed explanation of the Shkedu Dimension made Merlin wonder. Honored Legends were exceedingly rare, and generally, hundreds of dimensions might not even give birth to an Honored Legend. However, in just one Shkedu Dimension, they had produced two Honored Legends in addition to hundreds of ordinary Legends. That was very strange.

However, it might have something to do with the many Spell Casters gathered in the Shkedu Dimension.

"By the way, Wizard Merlin, you must remember that the Shkedu Dimension doesn't prohibit casting spells. Fighting at close quarters is also allowed, but the buildings here mustn't be damaged! If you enter any building, you can't make any more moves, otherwise, you'll be killed by the Shkedu Dimension's law enforcement department."

Wizard Luce said this with a solemn expression. This law enforcement department was the force that controlled the entire Shkedu Dimension. The strongest among them were nine Honored Legends, and two were Honored Legends from the Shkedu Dimension.

The large Shkedu Dimension had naturally attracted countless resources, and gathered countless Spell Casters. Honored Legends from outside would also naturally wanted to occupy it. Thus, after fighting and compromising, the remaining nine Honored Legends formed the law enforcement department, and recruited some ordinary Legends to jointly maintain the prosperity of the Shkedu Dimension.

Fighting in the Shkedu Dimension did not mean anything but if it involved buildings or entering a shop to kill someone, that would go against the Dimension's rules. Even some Great Legends did not dare to violate the rules.

Once, there were three powerful Legends who killed a Great Wizard in the Shkedu Dimension. In the end, an Honored Legend personally acted, and killed him in one shot.

From then on, even Great Legends had to obey the Shkedu Dimension's rules!

Merlin also nodded. Such rules were reasonable. Without these rules, the Shkedu Dimension would become chaotic, and it would affect its prosperity.

"Wizard Luce, I need to buy some rare items to cultivate fused Pandora Demon Abilities. Do you know where I should look?"

Merlin did not conceal anything, and said he wanted to buy rare items.

"Oh? So, Wizard Merlin is also making plans for constructing seventh-level spells. If you're looking for rare items, then the most suitable place would be the Pavilion of Rarities. That place specializes in selling powerful Pandora Demon Abilities as well as its corresponding rare items. They're very diverse and have almost everything. I believe that Wizard Merlin won't be disappointed."

"Then, I'll have to trouble Wizard Luce to lead the way."

Merlin then followed Wizard Luce and flew toward the Pavilion of Rarities.

Merlin looked closely at his fused Pandora Demon Abilities. Currently, he had Flash Wind, Fiery Collapse, Darkness Heart. Thunder Fury, Binding Ice, and Fuse Earth.

Some of them, such as Fiery Collapse, Thunder Fury, Binding Ice, and Fuse Earth, needed rare items while Flash Wind and Darkness Heart did not. Once he had constructed seventh-level spells, and practiced more, the power of his Pandora Demon Abilities would naturally increase.

As Merlin was carefully coming through his fused Pandora Demon Abilities, they reached the Pavilion of Rarities. Standing in front of the Pavilion were two beautiful Great Wizards.

Majestic Great Wizards were designated as gatekeepers. Merlin shook his head helplessly. It seemed that in this prosperous Dimension, everything could be measured with elemental crystal stones.

Even Luce once joked that he could buy a Great female Legend for a day as long as he could afford it… Of course, that was only a joke. It was difficult to say if there really was something like that. Even if there was, the price would definitely be unimaginable.

"Respected Wizards, is there anything you two need?"

A beautiful female Great Wizard quickly stepped forward, and asked respectfully.

Merlin frowned. If this was anywhere else, a lofty Great Wizard with a grand position would never act like this, and have a respectful attitude toward a low-level Wizard like Merlin.

However, in the prosperous Shkedu Dimension, it seemed like everything changed.

"This is the list of all the rare items I want. Does your Pavilion of Rarities have them?"

Merlin directly made a list of every rare item he needed.

The female Great Wizard revealed a smile after reading the list. "These are all very ordinary rare items. For example, the Bright Thunder Stone is a rare item for cultivating Thunder Fury, and the Millennium Lava Heart is a rare item for cultivating Fuse Earth. Our Pavilion of Rarities has all the rare items in this list. However, with all due respect, these Pandora Demon Abilities aren't strong Pandora Demon Abilities. Their powers are all very mediocre. If you cultivate these fused Pandora Demon Abilities to the seventh-level, there might be a large impact on its strength.

"Hm? What do you mean? Can I re-cultivate Pandora Demon Abilities?"

Merlin frowned, and he coldly looked at the female Wizard in front of him. Merlin's weakness was indeed just his fused Pandora Demon Abilities. Since these Pandora Demon Abilities were all obtained in the Kingdom of Blackmoon, they were completely incomparable to the Spell Casters in the Void Zone.

More importantly, each spell type could only cultivate one fused Pandora Demon Ability. Merlin had no more chance to reconstruct other Pandora Demon Abilities anymore.

Chapter 550: Advancing to the Seventh-Level!

Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation

The female Wizard looked at Merlin, and laughed softly. "Of course, you can. However, that requires Dispelling Water! Dispelling Water is only produced in a strange dimension and is controlled by a certain Great King. Every bit of Dispelling Water costs a fortune! However, once it's consumed, the fused Pandora Demon Ability in previous spells can be removed, and you can re-cultivate stronger Pandora Demon Abilities!"

Merlin's eyes brightened. He had never imagined that there would be such a miraculous treasure. At present, his most obvious weakness was his fused Pandora Demon Abilities. The fused Pandora Demon Abilities he found in the Kingdom of Blackmoon were generally not that strong. There were some that were not even perfect, and had many defects.

If he had Dispelling Water, he would be able to re-cultivate Pandora Demon Abilities. At that time, this obvious weakness would become an advantage, and he would be no inferior to the genius Wizards who were taught by Great Legends since childhood.

"How many elemental crystal stones does Dispelling Water cost?"

Merlin asked softly. If the price was appropriate, he would not mind using Dispelling Water to re-cultivate Pandora Demon Abilities.

"Dispelling Water is costly but it's extremely worthy. Each type of Dispelling Water only requires ten million elemental crystal stones! If you use Dispelling Water and re-cultivate your Pandora Demon Abilities, I believe that the power of your spells will be greatly improved!"

The female Wizard said enthusiastically. However, no matter how passionate she was, she could not hide the high cost of Dispelling Water.

Ten million elemental crystal stones were only enough to buy one type. If Merlin wanted to dispel the fused Pandora Demon Abilities of his Six-Elemental spells, he would need six bottles of Dispelling Water, which was at least six million elemental crystal stones. That was an astronomical sum.

After all, even those Great Legends only had about ten million elemental crystal stones in their families. Many top Great Wizards would only have ten million elemental crystal stone after accumulating them for hundreds of years. Wizard Luce, as a ninth-level Spell Caster, had only accumulated a million or so elemental crystal stones over hundreds of years, not even two million.

However, one bottle of Dispelling Water cost ten million elemental crystal stones. Who were they selling to?

Great Wizards and above Spell Casters no longer needed Dispelling Water to cultivate their Pandora Demon Abilities. The only Wizards who could afford the price were Honoured Legends above top Great Wizards. However, Dispelling Water was of no use to them.

The Spell Casters who wanted to buy Dispelling Water to re-cultivate their Pandora Demon Abilities were not able to afford it, but it was still being sold at such an exorbitant price. Merlin wondered how Dispelling Water could be sold.

Seeing Merlin still remained unmoved, the female Wizard hurriedly explained, "The price of ten million elemental crystal stones is already quite cheap. After all, the last time we auctioned off Dispelling Water, one bottle fetched twelve million elemental crystal stones. The truth is, most of these bottles are bought by Honoured Legends. If they took a fancy to a disciple, they can buy Dispelling Water to let their disciples re-cultivate stronger fused Pandora Demon Abilities.

Merlin nodded. That was also a possibility. Nevertheless, looking at the price tag, even if his heart was moved, he had no other thoughts. He could not afford such a steep price at all.

"Forget it. Just collect these items for me."

Merlin told the female Wizard. He could still afford these rare items, but Dispelling Water was far beyond Merlin's capability.

"Very well, please wait a moment!"

The female Wizard was slightly disappointed, but she did not hold many expectations in the first place. After all, not everyone could afford Dispelling Water. It would be considered lucky to sell one bottle in ten years.

After a moment, the female Wizard took out a Spatial Ring containing some of the rare items Merlin needed.

"These rare items aren't that expensive, and only cost a total of three hundred thousand elemental crystal stones. As for the remainder, our Pavilion of Rarities has expunged them, so the total is only three hundred thousand elemental crystal stones."

"Three hundred thousand elemental crystal stones? That's not expensive!"

Merlin also knew the approximate price of these rare items, so he happily took out three hundred thousand elemental crystal stones. Before he left, the female Wizard did not forget to make one final push, and said gently, "Dispelling Water can dispel fused Pandora Demon Abilities even before there's a fused Spell Model. If you need it, the price can still be negotiated. The price of every bottle of Dispelling Water can be decreased by one million elemental crystal stones!"

Merlin smiled but said nothing as he knew the steep prices of Dispelling Water. However, no matter how high it was, it would at least be eight million elemental crystal stones. This was not a small sum for any Spell Caster.

As for Merlin, he had dropped that thought long ago.

After leaving the Pavilion of Rarities, Merlin needed to find a safe place to construct spells and try to rise to a seventh-level Spell Caster. Thus, he said to Wizard Luce, "Bring me to a safe residence!"

Wizard Luce nodded and said, "Generally, everywhere in the Shkedu Dimension is safe. No one dares to disobey the rules!"

Thus, Wizard Luce brought Merlin to a secluded courtyard. Merlin temporarily stayed at the place for a month and spent twenty thousand elemental crystal stones. Although it was considered costly, the environment was good.

"Wizard Merlin, I live not far from here. If you need anything, please don't hesitate to find me!"

Wizard Luce had accompanied Merlin for most of the day, so when Merlin had settled down, he quickly turned around, and left.

Merlin returned to the house, appraised the place, and casually sat down.

His current Mind Heart had already reached the Eighth-level, and his Mind Power was also comparable to some ordinary Ninth-level Spell Casters. Logically, it was enough to let him construct all Seventh-level spells.

However, whether he could really construct them, he had to simulate a Seventh-level Spell Model before saying for sure!

Thus, Merlin silently activated the Matrix. Since the Matrix had absorbed too many Maxims in Legend Zado's Maxim Subspace, its storing energy could be said to be terrifying. It would not be a problem to derive all Seventh-level spells.

"Matrix, derive seventh-level Darkness-type spells!"

Merlin let the Matrix derive Seventh-level Darkness-type spells first. After all, Darkness-type spells required the most amount of Mind Power. Merlin was also confident that his current Mind Power would be able to construct all Seventh-level spells.

The Matrix started rapidly deriving the spells, and its storage energy also started to decrease. The special energy needed to derive Seventh-level spells was at least several times more than for Sixth-level spells.

"Beep, derivation completed!"

Very quickly, the Matrix had completed its spell derivation. Merlin quickly looked at them.

Deriving Darkness-type spells have always been more difficult. Perhaps it was because the number of Darkness-type spells in the Matrix's database was lesser hence, the Darkness-type spells derived were also lesser.

However, there were still a couple of perfect-grade spells with one hundred percent compatibility.

Merlin chose one of them. Since he had the Matrix for deriving spells, he did not have to worry about the process at all. What he needed to do now was simulate the Spell Model in his Awareness.

After spending three days, Merlin finally succeeded simulating the first Seventh-level Spell Model. The moment the simulation succeeded, the surrounding Darkness elements seemed to turn into a viscous liquid, and enveloped Merlin.

Merlin clearly felt that the Seventh-level spells were different from the spells from before. It was a faint feeling of a deeper understanding of the Darkness element.

"So, Spell Models have this function as well. It can help in comprehending the essence of Elements?"

Merlin muttered under his breath while thinking carefully.

The Spell Caster system had existed for a long time. Although the Molta Empire collapsed more than three thousand and six hundred years ago, that did not mean that the Spell Casters only had a history of around three thousand years.

The Molta Empire was simply the era where the Spell Casters were at their most brilliant in the Glorious Land. Before that, Spell Casters could have already appeared for ten thousand years.

Over a long period of time, countless Spell Casters had almost completely perfected the Spell Caster system. Merlin had always thought that the purpose of a Spell Model was to absorb and transform Elements into magical power before casting the spell and unleashing great destructive power.

However, it was not until simulating a Seventh-level spell now that Merlin realized the true purpose of a Spell Model was to help Spell Casters slowly comprehend the essence of Elements.

The Spell Casters also slowly formed a system from scratch. If an ordinary Wizard wanted to directly comprehend the essence of Elements, how difficult would that be? It could not be ruled out that such Wizard did not exist, but they were few and far in between, and there might not even be one in ten thousand years.

Therefore, most Wizards had to gradually understand the essence of Elements through constructing Spell Models one step at a time, following the Spell Models as they grew stronger, and construction became more complicated.

By the time they construct Ninth-level Spell Models, most Spell Casters would have a certain understanding of the Elements. Those with slightly stronger comprehension would be able to fuse Spell Models, and become a Great Wizard. Furthermore, they would be able to completely comprehend the essence of the Elements, condense Maxims, and become Great Legends!

Compared with Spell Models below the Seventh-level, Seventh-level Spell Models had a qualitative improvement. Merlin immediately understood the real function of the Spell Models.

Of course, Merlin did not understand much about the Elements. He had just realized the use of Spell Models, and he had to slowly increase his comprehension. However, he roughly measured the Mind Power needed to simulate Seventh-level Darkness-type Spell Models, and found that with his current Mind Power, he could completely simulate six Seventh-level spells.

Thinking of this, Merlin stopped hesitating, and let the Matrix begin to derive the remaining five Seventh-level Spell Models.

Day by day passed, and after around twenty days, Merlin's body trembled, and emitted an intense Elemental fluctuation that carried an "oppressive" force.

Seventh-level… In the Shkedu Dimension, Merlin had finally become a Seventh-level Spell Caster!

Chapter 551: Legend Sith!

Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation

Seventh-level Spell Caster!

Merlin had finally reached the Seventh-level. This was very important to a Spell Caster because only after reaching the Seventh-level could someone be considered a high-level Spell Caster.

It was from the Seventh-level onward that Spell Casters begin to slowly understand the essence of Elements, and embark on the path of becoming a Great Legend. Whether it was the Seventh-level, Eighth-level or Ninth-level Great Wizards, they were mostly comprehending the essence of Elements, and accumulating power to become a Great Legend.

"Phew…"

Merlin let out a long breath of air. His Seventh-level spells had been completely finalized. Almost every spell had its strength increased slightly from the foundations of the previous spells. More importantly, comprehending the essence of Elements was not something that happened overnight. It took a long amount of time.

"Now to start cultivating Pandora Demon Abilities!"

Merlin finally felt the Spell Model before taking out the rare items obtained from the Pavilion of Rarities, and started to cultivate fused Pandora Demon Abilities. Seventh-level spells generally cultivated the final form of fused Pandora Demon Abilities, which were also the strongest form.

Now, with the pure power of the Seventh-level perfect-grade spells, it was already comparable to Ninth-level spells. If amplified with a Pandora Demon Ability, it would reach the degree of an extremely high Ninth-level spell in an instant.

At that time, if three types of spells were fused, it might even match Great Wizards. This would completely be Merlin's own power. It would be his strongest move besides God-Binding Disc and Darkness Eye!

Unfortunately, his fused Pandora Demon Abilities were not the strongest. Otherwise, with three types of spells fused, it might even truly rival Great Wizards!

Merlin's heart was slightly moved. Then, he adjusted his thoughts. and started cultivating Pandora Demon Abilities.

One day, two days…

Each day, Merlin's residence seemed to be enveloped in a layer of light, consisting of seven colors. It was the converging Elements which formed this special phenomenon. When Merlin cultivated his Pandora Demon Ability, the Spell Models also automatically absorbed, and refined Elements into magical power. Thus, such a magical phenomenon occurred.

Cultivating Pandora Demon Abilities were not too complicated or difficult. With rare items, it took half the effort of cultivation to get twice the results. Every time Merlin had completed cultivating a type of Pandora Demon Ability, he felt his spells' powers increase vastly.

"Phew… Finally done!"

A few days later, after Merlin had consumed all the rare items, he held out a hand and a transparent flame immediately appeared in his hand. This was the third form of Fiery Collapse. It became like this after fusing it into a Fire-type spell, and its strength gained a substantial increase in power.

"The further a perfect-grade spell goes, the stronger it gets. It can actually be bursting in such a terrifying power!"

Merlin was also slightly surprised with the effect of the perfect-grade spell. At the Fourth- and Fifth-level, perfect-grade spells were only slightly stronger than excellent-grade spells.

However, after reaching the Seventh-level, the power of a perfect-grade spell increased several times! Coupled with the fused Pandora Demon Abilities, Merlin's spell power had been greatly increased. Currently, he could become a Demonic Wizard just by relying on his spells alone!

Merlin also felt extremely satisfied, and considered leaving the Shkedu Dimension to venture into Wizard Saitu's Dimension.

"Is Wizard Merlin here?"

Suddenly, a familiar voice sounded from outside the door.

Merlin used his Mind Power to check, and it was surprisingly the only Wizard he knew in the Shkedu Dimension, Wizard Luce.

"Creak."

Merlin opened the gate and greeted Wizard Luce, "Wizard Luce, please come in. Is there anything you need?"

Merlin was still relatively at ease toward Wizard Luce. Although Wizard Luce looked somewhat weak, he kept his promises, and even helped Merlin to buy items from the Pavilion of Rarities. He was also very warm-hearted.

Merlin was even considering giving Luce some benefits. He had a few casting tools that were of no use to him but they might be very useful to Wizard Luce.

"Wizard Merlin, there's great news."

"Great news?"

Merlin revealed an expression of surprise, and Luce smiled before continuing. "Well, since I was trapped by the Devouring Insect Tribe the previously, my assets have become almost empty. Not only have I lost my casting tools but even the elemental crystal stones I've accumulated were also given to Wizard Merlin as a gesture of thanks! These days, I've been paying attention to things that pay well but aren't too dangerous. Finally, a few days ago, I was introduced to something good by my friend, which is to help a Great Legend conquer a dimension. To be more specific, it's more like cleaning up a battlefield. It's very easy but each Wizard will earn one hundred elemental crystal stones, and I immediately thought of you, Wizard Merlin. How about it? This is a good opportunity that can only be encountered and not sought."

"Help a Great Legend conquer a dimension? There should be some dangers, right?"

Merlin looked at Wizard Luce with a smile that did not seem like a smile. He saw through Wizard Luce's intention at a glance. He was just trying to drag Merlin along with him for his own protection. After all, Wizard Luce was very clear about Merlin's strength which could rival a Great Wizard's. With Merlin by his side, if he encountered any danger, it would be easily dealt with.

Wizard Luce's expression was also slightly awkward. He naturally knew that his "plan" had been seen through by Merlin. However, he took it in stride and nodded. "To be quite honest, there'll be some danger but not much. There's a natural god in that dimension but its strength is relatively weak, only equivalent to a Legend with one Maxim. This time, it's Legend Sith who had formed two Maxims. He's responsible for dealing with those gods, and some strong believers will be dealt with by the Great Wizards he had recruited. We'll be going up against a few of the god's low-level believers, and belong to the clean-up unit. There generally won't be any danger."

Seeing Wizard Luce so eager to obtain the reward of one hundred thousand elemental crystal stones, Merlin considered, and decided to put Saitu Dimension aside for now, and might as well help Luce out.

Besides, he wanted to see what a battle between a Great Legend and a god would be like.

"Alright. When is this?"

Seeing that Merlin had finally agreed, Wizard Luce sighed in relief and said happily, "In three days. I'll come here first, and then go with you."

Merlin nodded, and after chatting for a while, Wizard Luce bade him farewell, and left the residence.

"Invading a dimension? Very well, let's see exactly how Spell Casters occupy a dimension."

If Wizard Saitu had fallen, and the Saitu Dimension had no master now, Merlin planned to enter the Saitu Dimension, and control it. No matter what, it would bring huge benefits to his understanding of the essence of Elements.

For some weaker Spell Casters such as Great Wizards, they might never become Great Legends through conventional means. However, if they took some risks and tried their luck, they might occasionally encounter a masterless dimension that has Elements while wandering the Void Zone. Furthermore, the god might not be born yet, so they would be able to occupy that dimension, and then use the Elemental Origin in the dimension to comprehend the essence of Elements. Occasionally, it would form a Maxim, and they would become a Great Legend.

However, Spell Casters who had succeeded this way was too few in number. Not mentioning whether they could come across a masterless dimension. Even if they did, dimensions that did not have gods were simply just too few.

Most dimensions are secretly occupied by a Great Legend who had fallen unexpectedly, and those who encountered such a masterless dimension would profit greatly.

Merlin also planned to do that. He would first see how Wizard Sith occupied a dimension, so he would be able to occupy dimensions better in the future.

…

"Whoosh whoosh."

The figures of two Spell Casters swiftly flew to an area in the Void Zone. In this vast and empty area, there were a dozen or so other Spells Casters gathered, some Great Wizards and some normal Ninth-level Spell Casters.

"Wizard Merlin, we'll wait for a moment. This is the place designated by Legend Sith but it seems he isn't here yet."

The two figures were Merlin and Wizard Luce. The two had arrived at the place designated by Legend Sith, and waited quietly. Some of the other Spell Casters calmly looked at Merlin and Luce when they had arrived but did not say anything.

After a few hours, several Spell Caster arrived again. Merlin glanced over, and saw that there were approximately fifty Spell Casters. Among them, fifteen were Great Wizards, and thirty-five were Eighth- and Ninth-level Spell Casters.

They were all Spell Casters recruited by Legend Sith. Great Wizards would receive five hundred thousand elemental crystal stones each, and those below Great Wizard would receive one hundred thousand elemental crystal stones. The difference was huge.

A Great Legend recruiting many Spell Casters to conquer a dimension was very normal. That was because a dimension without master usually had natural gods, and these gods had some powerful believers. If it was just a Legendary Wizard alone, no one knew how long it would take to completely control the entire dimension.

However, by enlisting a few strong powerful Wizards, they would be able to completely destroy the god's forces in the shortest amount of time, and control the dimension in the quickest way possible. This was the method of many Legends.

Normally, if a Legend discovered a dimension, they would leave behind a unique mark or life force. Besides plunderers, Great Legends who had agreed and signed the Legends' Accord would not be able to enter the dimension even if they had found it.

That was how Wizard Sith was able to boldly recruit Spell Casters in the Shkedu Dimension to conquer a dimension. He must have already left his life force and imprint behind in that dimension without master.

"Come quick, Legend Sith is here!"

The Wizards gradually started to stir up. From afar, a monumental castle-like casting tool slowly flew toward here.

Using such a gigantic casting tool must require an enormous amount of magical energy. An ordinary Great Wizard would be unable to use it. Only Great Legends using the power of Maxims would be able to easily use it.

"Boom."

The monumental castle-like flying object slowly stopped, and a blue-robed Spell Caster flew out, whose body emitted a suffocating and large life force. Traces of the Maxim's power surrounded his body, emitting an aura that he was a Great Legend!

"Looks like everyone's here. Alright, sign the agreement first!"

Legend Sith's cold gaze swept the crowd, and with a wave of his hand, he took out a large black contract from his ring while quietly floating in mid-air.