Level 3 of the Swamp Tower, within the alchemy laboratory.
After occupying the highest level alchemy laboratory, Grimm settled down here and did not take a single step out of it for three days and three nights.
In the first day, he did not do anything other than hold the rank 1 Molten Core Giant, which was about to become his experimental subject. He examined it carefully, allowing the A.I. Chip to do the final modeling and finalize the design.
With his powerful X-ray vision, he was able to see through every crystal core, and even every crystal thread in the crystal core, from the direction of its extension to the distribution of the fire and earth elements, as well as the sturdiness of its various parts. Every detail and every node was absorbed into his brain without missing a single detail. He gathered them into groups of data, forming a three-dimensional and detailed virtual body.
After all this was done, Grimm fell onto the floor of the laboratory and fell into a deep sleep. This sleep lasted until dawn the next day. Only then did he yawn and stretch his body before getting up from the floor.
He used a spell to summon some clean water to wash his face. After tidying up, he felt that his spirit had once again recovered. Only then did Grimm stand in front of the alchemy table with a solemn expression.
After so long of preparation, the design of the new magic puppet had long since been engraved in his mind. Today, he needed to turn it into reality.
The corners of Grimm's mouth twitched as a form of encouragement. The hesitation and worry in Grimm's eyes were gradually replaced by determination and confidence.
Without hesitation, Grimm waved his hand and activated the alchemy table.
A new magic puppet, a new design. In order to fully display the power of the fire and earth element crystal cores, the A.I. Chip had specially created a new three-dimensional spell formation for them. 5 Energy Gathering Spell Formations, 3 Elemental Strengthening Spell Formations, 2 Elemental Conversion Spell Formations, 2 Source Field Spell Formations, 1 Lava Armour Generator, 1 Summoning Runic Spell Formation, 1 Elemental Life Bestowment Spell Formation, 1 Consciousness Runic Spell Formation, and a number of energy circuit nodes …
Previously, the elementary Earth Puppet only had 7 spell formations. The Lightning Giant used a three-dimensional spell formation, and its core crystal core only had 9 spell formations. However, this egg-sized Type 1 Molten Core Giant Crystal Core was engraved with 16 Magus Arrays at once, and he even needed to link them together to form a larger and more intricate structure.
In his previous life on Earth, this kind of microscopic sculpture, which was so fine that it was at the molecular level, could be completely controlled by an intelligent computer. In this mysterious world, Grim could only rely on the A.I. Chip's guidance and assistance. The rest of the work had to be done by himself.
The entire three-hour-long rune drawing process did not allow for the slightest carelessness or negligence. During the etching process, any deviation of the rune lines, even the distance of a crystal wire, would greatly affect the final product of the magic puppet. If the deviation exceeded the distance of two crystal threads, it would mean that the Magus rank crystal core, which he had risked his life to obtain, would be wasted.
During the etching process, the output of spiritual energy had to be stable and continuous. If it was too shallow, it would affect the efficiency of the elemental energy. If it was too deep, it might pierce through the surface of the crystal core and damage its core. As for stopping midway, it was a great taboo when refining a Devil Puppet's Crystal Core. The entire process had to be completed in one go, and not the slightest bit of hesitation was tolerated.
In order to maximize the effectiveness of the crystal core, there had to be enough spell formations to complement it. The more spell formations there were, the less room for error during the refining process. Any mistake would result in the destruction of the crystal core. Therefore, in the Magus Continent, if a Magus rank crystal core had 10 spell formations etched on it, he would be worthy of the title of Master Alchemist. However, only a Grandmaster Alchemist could carve 16 spell formations in one go.
So … naturally, the first Magus rank magic puppet that Grim had etched had failed!
During the etching process, Grim had used his spiritual energy to control the scorching rays to stay at a certain point for 0.7 seconds. After the surface of the crystal core had been pierced, the core had exploded the moment it came into contact with the scorching rays.
A crystal core worth more than 4000 magic crystals had been destroyed just like that!
There was no time to be upset or regretful. There was no time to lament or grieve. Grim threw away the remnants of the crystal core in his hand and waved his hand to turn off the alchemy table. He then collapsed onto the ground and fell into a deep sleep.
If he had the time, he could have done this after he advanced to become a Magus. At that time, with his increased spiritual energy, it would have been much easier.
But he did not!
Time waited for no man, forcing him to strengthen his strength as soon as possible. Challenging the difficulty of a Magus rank crystal core with the body of a Quasi Magus was extremely risky. However, he did not have a second option.
Seven hours later, Grim, who had recovered his energy, stood up and courageously stood in front of the alchemy table.
Unfortunately, after two hours, the second Magus rank crystal core had failed as well.
This time, Grim was not in a hurry to lie down. Instead, he sat cross-legged on the cold stone floor and took out some food from his robes to quickly eat and drink. After he had finished eating, he lay on the blanket and fell into a deep sleep. Two drops of tears silently rolled down his face, but he did not notice them at all.
Ten hours later, when his spiritual energy had just recovered, Grim opened his eyes with the A.I. Chip's prompt. There was no hesitation in his black pupils, nor was there any regret. There was only stubbornness and determination.
After bending his fingers, Grim once again stood in front of the alchemy table.
Perhaps it was due to his sincerity, or perhaps it was due to nature taking its course, but the third magic puppet crystal core was formed just like that!
There were no loud roars, nor were there tears of joy. Grim calmly put away the crystal core and once again lay on the blanket, falling into a deep sleep.
Fifteen hours later, the fourth crystal core was formed!
When the last rune was etched, the three-dimensional lines formed a perfect self-consistent spell formation. The elemental energy absorbed from the air began to flow smoothly into the Magus Ring. Only then did Grim's silent zombie face show a trace of emotion.
He could not tell if it was happiness or heartache, nor could he tell if it was happiness or sadness. After repeatedly tempering his spiritual force, he had long since become exhausted and exhausted.
After tidying up everything in the laboratory, he closed the alchemy table and walked out of the laboratory. After returning to his residence, Grim let go of everything and fell into a deep sleep.
This time, he slept for an entire day and night before he was able to shake off that feeling of weakness and break free from a black nightmare that was constantly sinking him into depravity. Before he could even open his eyes, a gourmet aroma assailed his nostrils.
When he opened his eyes, the familiar face that was leaning over the bed and staring at him was filled with confusion, but most of it was a thoughtful expression. On the wooden plate in her hands, there was a piece of beef tenderloin covered in sauce, a piece of fragrant and soft white bread, and a colorful fruit platter.
"Is there something you're hiding from me?" Mary asked suspiciously.
Although the man in front of him was only sixteen or seventeen years old, he had a steadiness and experience that many adults could not hope to achieve. Moreover, he always had a calm and composed look on his face. Although this gave his companions more confidence and made them feel that they could rely on him, she always felt that he hid his heart very deeply.
However, this extremely tired expression was very rare on him. Every time it appeared, it meant that they were facing an unimaginable problem.
What kind of problem forced him to such an extent?
Mary was a little confused.
This should be the most comfortable and carefree period for them! Both of them had become quasi-Wizards, and many of the restrictions that had been on them in the past had disappeared. Even that Wizard Anderson had taken care of them and was a lot friendlier.
As long as they followed their current path step by step, with their talent and potential, it would only take them one or two years to reach the peak of quasi-Wizards. At that time, if they were lucky, they might even become a noble wizard who could control their own fate!
At that time … it would be the time when the two of them would be able to live together and officially become partners!
It was because everything seemed so perfect that Mary was confused about Grim's desperation. Based on her contact with Grim during this period of time, she was sure that there must be a new huge crisis, one that she could not sense. Otherwise, this man would not be so desperate!
With Mary's personality, of course, she would directly ask whatever came to her mind.
Grim smiled bitterly and took the plate from Mary's hands. He did not get off the bed and just wolfed down the food.
After eating and drinking, Grim held Mary's little hand with a smile on his face and softly asked her about her experience. However, in secret, he quickly communicated with Mary using his power of the will.
Since Mary had already sensed it, Grim did not want to keep hiding it from her anymore. Also, there were a lot of things that needed her to be involved in, so it was necessary to tell her early so that she could be prepared.
After telling her everything he knew in one breath, Grim was prepared to use force to stop Mary from going berserk. However, to his surprise, after understanding everything through the telepathic communication, Mary, who should have been furious, was very calm. She even looked at him with interest.
Could it be that the person in front of him was a fake Mary?
Just when Grim could not help but wonder if the person in front of him was a fake, Mary finally smiled and asked, "You did all this for me? Those guys only wanted my life. Why did you fight so hard? "
Although she was talking about her own life, looking at her smiling face, it seemed like she did not care about it at all.
At a time like this, she did not care about her own life and changed the topic.
Grim was stunned for a moment and said, "You … Aren't you my partner!"
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