The bloodline replacement could not be done in one go, and the entire process could take months.
The drop of liquid stored in the blue crystal was the result of Grimm using the Source Siphoning Bug to devour the corpse of the strange astral beast. He then extracted the complete bloodline power from the bug, and after a series of refinement and purification, he had obtained this drop of 'blood'.
Most astral beasts had chaotic constitutions, and they absorbed berserk magic energy that had not been purified or filtered. Hence, they were completely different from beings of other planes.
In Grimm's chest, the broken blue crystal had been wrapped up by his flesh and muscles. At this moment, strands of bluish-black fog were emitted from the drop of liquid, which were then absorbed by the fine tendrils that were tightly wrapped around the crystal.
This fog that was released slowly flowed along with the blood flow to every corner of Grimm's body. Everywhere it went, it would undergo a subtle and mysterious energy exchange with his flesh, tendons, meridians and organs.
Some of the mysterious energy seeped into Grimm's flesh and organs, causing some unpredictable changes. The process of the change was not as peaceful as Grim's appearance.
Grimm lay on the floor, a pained expression flashing across his youthful face from time to time. Parts of his body would twitch and spasm from time to time.
However, no matter how intense the pain was, Grimm would not forcefully stop the process. He only relied on the A.I. Chip's tiny sensory abilities to silently control the bloodline replacement process.
In the depths of his mind, a small screen projected a blood-red number.
"… 21% … 22% … 23% …"
Sometimes, the numbers on the screen wouldn't change for days, but sometimes, they would change rapidly in a matter of minutes. Every time it changed, it meant that Grim's body was undergoing earth-shattering changes, and these changes were usually accompanied by unforgettable pain.
This could be seen from Grimm's state of mind that was alternating between being awake and in a daze.
While Grimm was in seclusion, the Crimson Family went into a dormant state.
Most of the affairs in the Elobis region were delegated to the nobles of the Crimson Dynasty. Apart from the Magi of the Crimson Family who continued to guard the resource points, the rest returned to the family's headquarters and rarely showed themselves outside.
Not only were the members of the Crimson Family eagerly anticipating the birth of a new Tier 4 Sorcerer, but countless families and organizations in the Scattered Tower Forest were also waiting for the final result.
The Magi and organisations that had offended or attacked the Crimson Family in the past were like ants on a hot pan. They were extremely frustrated, but there was nothing they could do. If Grimm really became a Grade 4 Sorcerer, the Crimson Family wouldn't even need to do anything. Those snobs who wanted to suck up to them would swarm up and use their heads to exchange for a small promise from the Crimson Family.
At that time, there would be no place for them in the central continent!
Although every region in the Sorcerer World had laws and regulations that forbade internal strife, it was clear that those things could only restrict those low-ranked sorcerers. To a Tier 4 Sorcerer who stood at the pinnacle of the Sorcerer World, all laws and regulations were ineffective. Only a Tier 4 Sorcerer or someone who was as powerful as a Tier 4 Sorcerer could make these Tier 4 Sorcerers hesitate.
However, when the person they were facing was Grimm, which old man in the association would publicly acknowledge him as the most popular person in the association just for the slightest bit of benefit?!
It could be said that at this moment, Grimm was the darling of all the Tier 4 Sorcerers of the association. They couldn't even bear the pain, so why would they find trouble with him at this time?
On the contrary, in order to prevent some ignorant people from disturbing Grimm's advancement, the association even secretly deployed two elite Sorcerer troops to the border of the Elobis region. On one hand, they were protecting Grimm, but on the other hand, they were monitoring and controlling him.
On the second day of Grimm's seclusion, the higher-ups of the Crimson Family, led by Gargamel and Winley, secretly came to Keslin Castle and paid a visit to Vice President Mirva.
The purpose of their visit was simple. It could only be described as' extortion '!
Actually, it wasn't really extortion. After all, it was the association who schemed against Grimm first.
If Grimm didn't know the whole story, after he advanced to Tier 4, the association could use the terms of the contract to force Grimm to accept that damned terrifying mission. At that time, it was too sudden, and Grimm had no choice but to accept the reality and step on the path to the Plane of Death.
In this way, the association would be able to resolve this matter with the least amount of effort!
Unfortunately, Grimm already knew the whole story.
At this moment, the association could no longer pretend to be deaf and mute, hoping that Grimm would swallow this bitter pill and bear all the danger and losses.
If the association really angered Grimm, he could delay the time and refuse to advance. At that time, although he would be severely punished by the association, the association could only choose one more Tier 4 Sorcerer from the current 14.
After all, the Scattered Tower Forest Association was not like the three major Sorcerer factions, which had strict internal discipline and strong restrictions. It was just a loose and non-unified Sorcerer Alliance. If they really wanted to nominate one of them to 'die', it was likely that the association would fall apart at any moment, and a large number of people would leave.
This was the reason why Gargamel and Winley came here to bargain with the association.
They wanted their horses to run, but they didn't want them to eat grass. Where else could they find such a good deal?
Following Grimm's orders and instructions, Gargamel showed off his ability to pester endlessly. He opened his mouth wide and made unreasonable demands one after another in front of Vice President Mirva. He wanted resources, territory, people, treasures, knowledge …
Almost everything Gargamel could think of, he made a long list, filled in a large number at the end, and then argued with the other party.
Grade 4 Sorcerer? What's that? Does it have anything to do with my demands?
It had to be said that the loyal Gargamel was indeed worthy of being called the 'Scarlet Butler'. For a mere 'little' resources, he dared to jump up and down in front of a furious Grade 4 Sorcerer, baring his fangs and brandishing his claws.
Wizard Lauren, who was stuck in the middle, felt a headache coming on. After appeasing one, he went to appease the other. With great difficulty, he managed to suppress the two flames of anger, but when a new topic was brought up, the two flames of anger exploded again.
A Grade 2 Sorcerer and a Grade 4 Sorcerer arguing with each other, and a Grade 3 Sorcerer trying to mediate … Winley, who was standing at the side, felt her face twitching. She was having a hard time holding back her laughter. Most of the time, she would vaguely feel that the scene in front of her was so absurd and ridiculous, but on second thought, she felt that it was reasonable!
After understanding the inside story, Winley was very clear that although Vice President Mirva seemed to be jumping up and down in anger, he was actually very happy inside.
After all, it was better for the association to lose some resources than for a dangerous quota!
Therefore, no matter how fierce Gargamel was, he was only angry, angry, angry …
Moreover, with Mirva's strength as a Grade 4 Sorcerer, if he was really angry, how could a Grade 3 Sorcerer persuade him? He could probably just cast a spell and the world would be quiet. How could he tolerate an ant-like Grade 2 Sorcerer being so arrogant and despotic in front of him?
His anger was more than just a declaration of his position!
It was just a warning to Gargamel that although the association was in the wrong, he should not go too far on his side. However, what was going too far and what was not was still a boundary that needed to be tested by a 'ruffian' like Gargamel.
In a situation where both sides were unwilling to shed all pretense of cordiality, the so-called bargaining was actually more like a farce!
After a long and hoarse 'heated discussion', both sides finally reached a basic agreement on a series of resources, items, and knowledge lists.
Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation When the thirsty Gargamel and Winley, accompanied by Lauryan, personally went to the association's treasury to 'transport' the supplies, Vice President Mirva, who was left alone in the room, had his anger gradually subsiding.
"They really opened their mouths this time. They're a little too greedy!" Mirva said coldly. No one knew who he was talking to.
"It's good that they're greedy … If they weren't greedy, I'm afraid that the association would be in big trouble this time!" President Fred's projection silently appeared behind Mirva.
"It's not just a small loss this time. They even lost resources and materials. Their appetite is really big!" Mirva was still a little resentful.
"Can those resources and materials even compare to the value of a Grade 4 Sorcerer?" President Fred asked with a smile.
Mirva was silent.
Finally, that little bit of unhappiness from before quickly disappeared.
Mirva secretly gritted his teeth in his heart. I'll just treat those things as money to buy Grimm's life!
… …
Large amounts of resources, materials, treasures, and knowledge poured into the Crimson Family, making their foundation even more solid.
Most of the Crimson Magi had no way of knowing the crisis that the higher-ups of the family were facing. They only knew that they were immersed in the joy of the family's' great harvest '.
The master of the family was about to reach Grade 4. If the members of the family were left too far behind, how could they keep up with the master's footsteps? Hence, even without the encouragement of the higher-ups, there was already a frenzy among the Crimson Magi who went all out and worked hard to advance to the next rank.
In a situation where the family's resources were abundant, the Magi with outstanding potential and talent also received a lot of resources. Therefore, there were countless people who improved one after another.
However, most of these people who improved only advanced by a small rank. The number of people who actually advanced from 1 to 2 or 2 to 3 was still extremely rare.
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