abnabooks Chapter 248 Department Rewards: Flying Swift, Fiery Thea, Department Recommendation Letter!
Chapter 248 Department Rewards: Flying Swift, Fiery Thea, Department Recommendation Letter!
Chapter 248 Department Rewards: Flying Swift, Fiery Thea, Department Recommendation Letter!
In the laboratory.
Augusto breathed a sigh of relief, Ian smiled, while Connor and Finley looked less than pleased.
"Keep this a secret for now; I need to report it to the college first."
Augusto looked at the crowd and said.
"Understood, Minister!"
Everyone nodded.
Ian returned to the lab quickly, where everyone was staring at him expectantly.
Ian nodded.
They immediately cheered.
Because they understood that they had made the greatest contribution this time, and all the wizards would receive substantial rewards.
"Lord Ian."
Hayden looked at Ian and, in a daze, felt that Ian was no different from those second-ring alchemists.
Fanny's gaze burned even brighter, as if she were worshipping someone.
the other side.
After leaving, Connor also went to the laboratory where he had met his wife.
Ouf, who was conducting an experiment, looked up and casually asked, "You're back. How was it?"
"The product received the minister's approval, but coincidentally, Ian also brought their product, so we..."
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"Oh?"
The abrupt end of the words made Ouf look up, only to see Connor's extremely grim expression.
I had a guess in my mind.
But how is that possible?
"Father, we have failed."
Connor finally sighed, then slowly explained Ian's new product and its specific effects.
Auf grew increasingly silent as he listened.
A few seconds later, he slowly said, "Connor, this isn't your fault. Your opponent is a monster."
He is very clear.
The value of this coating is immense, especially its effect on Darkfire Runes, which is of great value to the academy.
Is research and development difficult?
"It's difficult."
Even Ouf couldn't help but sigh.
This requires an exceptional, near-perfect understanding of the Darkfire runes to pose a threat to the system.
What's absurd is that their academy has not yet received all of the Crimson Eye's rune inheritance.
With limited resources.
Ian's alchemical talent is truly top-notch; he actually managed to do that.
Auf didn't lose badly.
"This talent reminds me of the last wizard with such talent."
He sighed.
"Who is Father?" Connor couldn't help but ask.
"Minister Darwin."
"Of said calmly."
"Father, do you think he can be compared to the minister?"
Connor was taken aback.
"Of course not. After all, the minister is a strongman even among the second-ring experts, and his talent is incomparable to Ian's. But in terms of alchemy alone, the minister may not be able to surpass Ian at the same time."
"Of said."
Compared to this kind of person, Connor has no chance of winning, and even though he participated, it's not incomprehensible that he would lose.
"I'll think about a departmental recommendation for you, and that'll be the end of it. Don't try to retaliate."
"Of said."
"OK."
Connor nodded.
Ouf nodded.
As I sighed inwardly, a vague unease rose within me.
intuition?
A strong mental capacity can lead to an extremely strong sixth sense, even connecting one to the outside world, which is why wizards have great faith in their sixth sense.
But why is it unease?
He was puzzled.
next moment.
The door was suddenly flung open, and several wizards in black strode in, the leader of whom looked at Ouf with a serious expression.
The two looked over.
Black robe?
Adjudication Department?
The department responsible for maintaining order within the academy and investigating, judging, and punishing wizards who violate academy rules.
How could it be them?
"Wizard Orf, someone has reported you for abusing your power and embezzling academy assets. Come with us."
The leading wizard looked at Ouf.
Although he was facing the Second Ring Road, he remained calm at all, because the academy was standing behind him.
At this moment, Auf straightened up, forcing himself to calm down, and asked, "Who reported it?"
"Normally, I can't tell you, but this time the whistleblower didn't care and said he could tell you."
Ouf's eyes narrowed slightly.
"It's Lord Kieran!"
The black-clad wizard spoke slowly.
Auf's expression froze instantly, because he couldn't afford to offend this person at all.
How did I end up getting involved with Kieran?
Ian!
He instantly understood the reason.
Was it because he privately participated in the competition for departmental recommendations?
Instantly, a bitter smile appeared on his face.
I knew the dean was biased, but I never expected it to actually be true.
"I understand, I'll go with you."
He sighed.
But they also knew that this time they couldn't avoid it.
"Has Auf been taken away by the adjudication department?"
Ian looked at Thea in surprise; she had come specifically to deliver a message to him.
"Yes, the whistleblower is your teacher!"
Thea was also looking at Ian.
She hadn't expected that Ian would hold such importance in Kieran's eyes.
"teacher!"
Ian also pursed his lips.
It seems that this is indeed something Kieran would do.
Although this teacher is strict, as long as you meet the requirements, there's absolutely nothing wrong with the students.
We will absolutely guarantee him a fair environment.
"Ian, congratulations."
Thea looked at Ian.
With Connor's father's downfall, this time the departmental recommendation spot will likely belong to Ian.
"Uh-huh.
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Ian nodded.
Suddenly, both of their communication crystals flashed simultaneously.
"The project team is holding an emergency meeting? All project team wizards must be present within half an hour."
Thea looked at the message and couldn't help but feel nervous. What had happened again?
"Ian, let's hurry up and go."
She said.
Ian nodded, but he already knew what was going on.
They called to the wizards in the laboratory, and together they headed to the conference room.
As soon as I went inside.
I saw Darwin sitting at the very front.
When he saw Ian come in, he looked over and nodded approvingly.
Thea, who was standing nearby, naturally noticed it as well.
His eyes were filled with doubt.
Is it related to Ian?
With these questions in mind, everyone took their seats, and soon other wizards arrived one after another, each of them somewhat surprised to see Darwin.
Only the members of Ian's lab had smiles on their faces, and of course Ian also saw Connor, whose face had turned pale.
"Time is of the essence, so I'll keep it brief."
Seeing that everyone had arrived, Darwin looked at the wizards below and slowly began to speak: "The reason I have gathered everyone here is because the project team has achieved great results in this Balrog project."
Huge achievements?
The wizard below was taken aback.
They are aware of the progress in their own labs. Is it other labs that have achieved significant results?
At that moment, two laboratories showed smiles on their faces.
One is Ian's lab, and the other is Finley's lab; both sides believe they are the ones in it.
The latter was unaware of this at the time.
Staring at Darwin, he spoke directly: "This time, I must thank Senior Researcher Alchemist Ian. He developed the anti-magic coating, which is extremely effective against fire demons. Here, the Alchemy Department commends Ian and all the members of the laboratory; the rewards will be distributed soon!"
Ian?
Demon-slaying coating?
The wizards present were taken aback. Although they didn't understand what it was, they knew from the smile on Darwin's face that it was no simple thing.
The wizards at Finley's Laboratory stared wide-eyed.
It wasn't them?
As for Finley, he was looking down, and Connor was even more so, still immersed in the thought of his father being taken away.
And soon.
Darwin briefly explained the effects, which made the wizards below even more excited.
"That's too much!"
Nico, who had previously complained that Ian had taken away his researcher status, was now gaping in astonishment.
Looking at Ian, who was at the very front not far away.
I was deeply shocked.
"Ian!"
Thea turned to look at Ian, initially incredulous, then a hint of admiration arose within her.
"Ian, come with me!"
After the meeting ended, Darwin spoke to Ian, who was standing not far away.
Ian left the room amidst everyone's gazes and then followed Darwin to his office.
"Ian, what reward do you want?"
Darwin then looked at Ian.
"It all depends on the college's arrangements."
Ian wasn't sure either, so he passed the question on to Darwin, trusting that the minister wouldn't treat him unfairly.
"OK."
Darwin nodded and then said, "You've solved a big problem for the academy this time, so the reward is substantial. You've made a great contribution, and the battle merit reward is expected to be 50,000."
Furthermore, since you are currently an intermediate alchemist, you will be upgraded to an honorary advanced alchemist. At the same time, you will be able to access the Alchemy Department's library and choose a core subject.
great merit?
Ian's throat tightened; this thing was enough to exchange for some second-ring resources.
The rewards for meritorious service are also greater.
There are also honorary senior alchemists.
He is still some distance from becoming a high-level alchemist, and he is different from ordinary alchemists.
This status not only grants all the benefits of a senior researcher, but also exempts one from performance evaluations.
In terms of review, resource allocation, and departmental decision-making, it will be slightly higher.
Only wizards who have made special contributions can be granted this title.
Of course, there was also the last door that really caught Ian's eye.
That is the last core knowledge.
These are all high-value knowledge accumulated by the Alchemy Department over countless years.
All of these can create real value, which is undoubtedly of great value to Ian.
"Regarding merits and contribution points, I can actually give you a new option."
Darwin suddenly spoke up.
Ian looked at him with a puzzled expression.
"I have just finished crafting a small flying shuttle," he said slowly.
Flying shuttle.
Ian's eyes widened.
The term "flying shuttle" refers to a type of flying boat, which is relatively different from large flying boats and is one of the most difficult disciplines in alchemy.
talking.
He led Ian to another room, which was the size of a football field, and then released the shuttle.
He began, "My shuttle is named Swift. It is a two-person reconnaissance shuttle, a peak-level first-ring creation, and is skilled in reconnaissance, surprise attacks, and emergency evacuation."
Ian's gaze was fixed intently ahead.
The shuttle in front of us has a streamlined arc, like a swift with its wings folded.
It is about five meters long and has a wingspan of about three meters.
"Under normal conditions, this airship can reach a speed of 100 kilometers per hour, and its full speed can reach 500 kilometers per hour. This is almost the limit speed of a first-ring wind attribute. If the auxiliary wings on both sides are deployed, it can even reach 800 kilometers per hour."
Darwin explained.
"There's also a concealment device. Because it's a reconnaissance shuttle, its concealment is extremely strong, enough to fool most first-ring detection devices and some early-stage second-ring detection devices. However, its attack power is only average..."
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Glug!
Darwin was still talking.
Ian's eyes were fixed on the airship, his gaze filled with excitement.
Especially when he heard about the maximum speed, he knew that he had to get his hands on this airship.
Especially since war is imminent.
This would be enough to give him a chance to escape if he encountered danger.
"Normally, even making a great contribution only grants you the qualification to exchange for it, and you also need 100,000 battle merits, but I can give you a 20% discount."
Moreover, this shuttle has the potential to reach the second ring level. If you can advance to a core member in the future, you can apply to the academy to upgrade you.
Darwin looked at Ian, not worried that he wouldn't be tempted.
"I do."
Ian didn't hesitate and said directly.
"it is good."
Darwin smiled and put it away.
It was only then that Ian realized that Darwin was not using a regular spatial ring, but a light blue crystal armband.
"The shuttle is too big." Darwin noticed Ian's gaze and explained with a smile, "This is a Void Armlet, specially designed to store large creations. It's engraved with a space-expanding magic array, and its volume is ten times that of an ordinary space ring."
He took off his armband and handed it to Ian.
"Here, you can have this. Want to try it out?"
"Is this too expensive?"
Ian was surprised.
He had naturally heard of this equipment; it cost at least tens of thousands of magic stones, much more expensive than a spatial ring.
Of course, there are also drawbacks, such as the need for maintenance every six months and longer time to retrieve items.
However, it is still convenient for transporting large alchemical artifacts.
"This is something I used before, consider it a gift to you. You did a good job this time, don't forget the Alchemy Department in the future."
He patted Ian on the shoulder.
"Don't worry, sir, it won't happen."
Ian nodded, took the armband and put it on, then looked at the shuttle in front of him.
Five seconds later, the shuttle was retrieved into it.
But Ian felt a great sense of security; with the shuttle in hand, it would be much more convenient to go to many places in the future.
However, he soon saw that his battle merits had almost been wiped out.
He also felt a pang of heartache.
Leave here.
Upon returning to the lab, he was naturally showered with praise by various researchers, especially several senior researchers.
"We're planning to grab something to eat tonight, just for senior researchers. Why don't you come too?"
Thea invited.
"Can."
Ian nodded.
With this incident coming to an end, he has now fully integrated into the Alchemy Department.
The dinner was held at Thea's residence.
night.
We chatted and ate, and time flew by.
The senior researchers also slowly dispersed.
Ian and Thea were left behind.
The two exchanged a glance.
Her silver hair reflected the moonlight outside the window, and her eyes appeared somewhat cold.
But there was something inexplicable about it amidst the coldness.
Everything is understood without words.
"The moonlight is beautiful."
Thea slowly approached, her clothes beginning to fall off.
"Go to the bedroom..."
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"Right here..."
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Under the silvery moonlight, looking at Thea who was like a moon fairy, Ian did not refuse.
The moonlight is beautiful.
She is also very beautiful.
The entire castle became their battlefield, and it was the first time Ian had ever known that Thea, this cold goddess, was actually so passionate in private.
until the next day.
Ian had just left the castle.
Just got home.
Other rewards from the department have arrived, along with a letter of recommendation from the department.
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