Chapter 244: [Archaeologist]

A glint of excitement flashed in Adrian's eyes as he saw the prompt on the panel indicating the unlock task for a new secondary profession.

Several years ago...

Adrian arrived at the Ohara Tree of Knowledge library. After obtaining the secondary professions of [Doctor] and [Shipwright], the panel automatically disabled the convenient method of acquiring secondary professions through reading books.

At that time, the panel had stated, "Further methods to obtain secondary professions must be explored on your own."

However, it also mentioned, "As the number of secondary professions increases, the difficulty of unlocking new ones will also increases."

Adrian's sixth secondary profession was [Bounty Hunter].

This was acquired during his navigation of the West Blue, after capturing five pirates with bounties exceeding one million Beli. The difficulty of unlocking this profession wasn't too high.

The seventh secondary profession was [Pirate], obtained after repeatedly disrupting and sabotaging joint operations of the World Government and the Marine Headquarters in the South Blue, leading to a bounty being placed on him.

Since [Pirate] is one of the most mainstream professions in this world, it can be obtained as long as the Navy or World Government places a bounty on you, so its unlocking difficulty was also low.

But after that, no matter how Adrian tried to unlock new secondary professions, he couldn't succeed.

It's important to note that the total number of professions Adrian currently possessed was still just a drop in the ocean compared to the total number available.

Yet he still couldn't acquire any new secondary profession!

Logically speaking…

Adrian, through indirectly manipulating the Razor Gang and engaging in mutual trade with the Donquixote Family of the North Blue, should at least have gained the secondary professions of [Merchant] or [Gangster].

However, the panel remained silent.

Until now, Adrian finally triggered the unlock task for his eighth secondary profession.

And it was the one he had been longing for: [Archaeologist]!

There was no doubt that different secondary professions had different attribute growths.

For instance, [Navigator] and [Doctor] specialize in Intelligence and Charisma, while [Chef] and [Shipwright] specialize in Strength and Endurance.

Initially, after obtaining the [Doctor] and [Shipwright] secondary professions at the Tree of Knowledge library, Adrian felt quite satisfied. After all, these two professions were considered fundamental skills for a lone adventurer at sea.

However...

After consuming the Ghost Fruit and acquiring the intelligence-multiplying trait of the [Ghost Fruit], Adrian regretted not obtaining an "Intelligence-specialized" profession before the panel disabled the convenient method of acquiring secondary professions.

At this moment, the panel confirmed Adrian's speculation.

The secondary profession of Archaeologist purely increased intelligence without any extraneous benefits!

Without hesitation, Adrian immediately accepted the task.

Dr. Clover, unaware of the panel's existence, continued speaking to himself.

"I'm just not sure if you, Adrian, would be interested in the civilizations and histories buried in the past..."

"Of course, I am interested!"

Adrian smiled and nodded cheerfully.

"I am quite interested in the 'Void Century' that the World Government has deliberately concealed, as well as the more ancient history before it!

"If there's time later, Dr. Clover, perhaps you could tell me more about the 'Moon Tribe' you mentioned during your talks with the Five Elders. I'm quite curious about that as well.

"After all…"

At this point, Adrian glanced briefly at Enel, who was peeking over curiously.

"To my knowledge, there indeed were traces of civilization on the moon.

"And a remarkably intelligent scientist has already ventured to the moon."

"Cough, cough!" Dr. Clover coughed heavily, asking in astonishment, "Adrian, are you serious?"

"If I remember correctly, that scientist is named Tsukimi."

Adrian shrugged.

"Unfortunately, I don't know much about scientific knowledge and haven't heard of any great inventions by this scientist. I only know through some unusual channels that this scientist currently resides on the moon."

Dr. Clover stroked his beard, a flash of memory in his eyes, but ultimately, he said nothing more.

Later.

Led by Dr. Clover, the group of Ohara scholars collectively headed to the settlement area on Weatheria Island.

After meeting with the meteorologists deeply engrossed in their research, the two groups of high-intelligence scholars immediately launched into an almost frenzied discussion of knowledge, interspersed with unique insights or theories.

Adrian, with his advanced navigation skills and deep understanding of meteorology, could mostly follow their discussions, thanks to his extraordinary intellect.

However, Lady Penelope found it all incomprehensible, and the little Perona in her arms started yawning out of boredom.

As for Enel…

Although he would become the unique talent who independently created the "Ark Maxim" in the future, right now, he couldn't understand a word the scholars were saying. To him, it sounded like the buzzing of a thousand insects, making him dizzy and giving him a headache.

Finally, it was the attentive little Robin who noticed these four "academic underachievers" separate from the scholars, and she awkwardly raised her hand to interrupt the discussion.

Thus ended this unusual 'meeting.'

The meteorologists on Weatheria Island were not at all displeased by the arrival of the Ohara scholars; instead, they were incredibly excited.

In the days that followed.

The island was often filled with scenes of scholars passionately discussing knowledge, regardless of wind, rain, day, or night.

This little sky island, known for having the most comprehensive climate knowledge in the world, was quietly transforming from a purely meteorological research island into a comprehensive knowledge island, thanks to the silent influence of the Ohara scholars.

During this time.

Adrian, rather uncharacteristically, focused solely on studying ancient history on Weatheria Island, hoping to quickly unlock a new secondary profession.

Months later.

Weatheria Island, central hall.

The hall had been meticulously decorated into a modest yet luxurious banquet venue. Scholars in formal attire applauded, looking at the rookie in their midst.

When Dr. Clover pinned the golden badge, symbolizing an Ohara scholar, onto Adrian's chest, the long-awaited system notification finally appeared.

[You have acquired a new profession - 'Archaeologist'. Vitality has increased by a certain amount, Intelligence +2, 2 free attribute points, 1 skill point!]

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