Just like that, the peaceful days passed one by one, and the final exams were getting closer and closer. Unlike the depressing atmosphere on Earth, where the end of the term was approaching, the students here reacted as if they were looking forward to the holidays. There was no sense of nervousness that they should have.
After a discussion with Tisdale and the Apprentice, they realized that the final exam was more like a celebration than an exam. Not every student had much expectation for the final ranking. Instead, most of them participated with the purpose of testing themselves and improving their strength. Because of that, the students' mentality was completely different. It was more like they were enjoying the exam.
This completely different atmosphere from Earth surprised Baiyi for a while. The Apprentice proudly said, "I think this is the normal and healthy mentality of learning! This is the effect of an exam! It's not for the sake of a few empty marks!"
"Earth has its own national conditions!" Baiyi argued forcefully. Indeed, there was no way to directly compare the different environment. The Celestial Fortress Academy paid more attention to the practical application of knowledge. From the fourth year onwards, students would have to participate in all kinds of adventure activities and during the fifth year, they basically did not have much time to stay in the academy. This was very similar to some universities back on Earth.
It was also because of this that every student who successfully graduated from the Celestial Fortress Academy was the best among their peers. They were the recruitment targets of various forces and it was very easy for them to get a good job.
Just like that, when there were only a few days left before the final exam, the entire academy was completely immersed in a sea of joy. All kinds of decorative ribbons and bouquets began to be hung on the trees by the roadside. The academy also followed the atmosphere and did not have any regular classes anymore, giving the students more time to prepare for the exam.
"It's so lively like a festival!" On the way to the laboratory with Mia, Baiyi could also feel the lively atmosphere and could not help but whisper.
"Because it's the holiday after the exam? Everyone has been working so hard for so long! Everyone is looking forward to the holiday! " Mia said and then shook Baiyi's arm and asked, "Mr. Hope, is there any place you want to go during the holiday? I'll go with you, okay? "
I'm afraid I can't bring you with me to the place I want to go... Baiyi thought to himself and replied, "There's no particular place that you want to go for now, right?"
"Is that so? Mr. Hope, don't you want to go back to your hometown? I heard that a lot of Soul Armatures want to go home first after they are reborn, "Mia continued to ask.
I want to go back and take a look! And it's not just me. Those guys want to visit my hometown too, Baiyi thought, amused. He feigned a melancholy tone and said, "My hometown is very, very far away. It's long gone."
"Ugh …" Mia looked at Baiyi sympathetically and held his gauntlet in a comforting manner. Then, she said in a serious tone, "It's alright. You can always come back to my home in the future, Mr. Hope. Although it's a little remote, it's a beautiful and peaceful place. I'm sure you'll like it there, Mr. Hope!"
This little girl is really heartwarming … Baiyi stroked her head gently and said, "Thank you, Mia. If we have nothing to do during the holidays, let's go back and have a look? However, I still hope that you can bring back the Golden Rose collar clip. This way, your parents will also be very happy for your achievements, right? "
"Yes, yes!" Mia nodded her head vigorously. Suddenly, she felt a lot more motivated.
In the last few days, Baiyi did not allow her to devote all her time to her magic practice. Instead, he invited Tisdale over to tutor her on the written exam. Since the written exam was not that important, he did not need to worry too much about it and just left it to Tisdale to handle.
As for himself, he focused his attention on the staff that was sent by the Academy.
The staff had already been delivered to her earlier. The handle was made of ordinary wood plated with a layer of tin. It had a good Mana conductivity and was very light. The head of the staff was made of mithril, the most suitable metal for spellcasting. There were a few small magical gems embedded in the middle of the head of the staff that could enhance the magical effect and mana recovery effect of the staff. There was no enchantment on the gems as they were deliberately left for Baiyi to prepare for Mia.
It was not too bad. The price of the staff was not very expensive but it was custom-made after all. It was probably made by one of the teachers in the Academy. It was very suitable for the students who had just entered the academy. Although it was not as high-end as those rich students, it was not too shabby.
"At least get me some gems that can increase the elemental conversion efficiency!" Baiyi muttered in dissatisfaction as he inspected the few Amplification Gems on the tip of the scepter. The spell that he had prepared for Mia included a lot of different elements, from Water and Fire to Wind and Light. The little girl had already memorized all the incantations so she was able to cast them smoothly. However, she still needed to chant the incantations and the process of switching between different elements was not as natural and smooth as Baiyi's. It was inevitable that it would affect her performance.
In fact, in a battle between high-level sorcerers, the power of the magic itself was not as important. Generally speaking, it would be enough if it could penetrate the opponent's defense and cause damage. Those powerful light cannons were often not used to attack people but to attack buildings and enchantments. Therefore, compared to the power, speed, stealth, and even the range and casting distance of a spell were more important.
That was why the staff from the Academy was not as professional and high-end as it seemed. Obviously, they had underestimated Baiyi's knowledge and Mia's hard work. They thought that the little girl would not be able to use those complicated high-end techniques.
"Well, you can't blame the Academy for this. How could a normal battle between students be as complicated as you think? After all, this is a duel between the Year 2 students. Sir Hope, your expectations are a little too high. The real combat practice usually starts in the Year 4 students, "the Apprentice explained on behalf of his juniors." Sir Hope, this is a duel between the Year 2 students! "
"Good habits need to be cultivated from a young age," Baiyi said stubbornly. Baiyi replied stubbornly. Then, he removed the few gems from the staff and called Tisdale to his side, "The two alchemy workshops under your name, they can refine magical gems, right? I need a few enhancing gems that can increase the incantation speed and elemental conversion efficiency. "
Tisdale looked at the empty head of the staff and immediately understood what Baiyi was thinking. However, a slightly embarrassed look appeared on her face as she said shyly, "Teacher, those two workshops are still mainly refining various kinds of potions. Although these magical gems can be used to refine potions, I'm afraid that the effect will not meet your requirements. Also, regarding the raw materials, I'm afraid that we won't be able to find good ones at the last minute."
Both of them had a tacit understanding not to mention the cost that would hurt their relationship.
"It doesn't matter. Just use ordinary rubies and green crystals. I'll write a formula for you," Baiyi was already prepared for that. Lowering his head, he picked up a quill and wrote down three alchemy formulas and a list of raw materials on the parchment. All of them were cheap materials that were easy to find.
After Tisdale was done tutoring Mia, she took the formula and went back to her house. The next morning, when she was about to leave the house, she found a middle-aged man already waiting in front of her house. He was the person in charge of the workshop, the Elite Level Alchemist, Williams.
Before Tisdale could say anything, the alchemist rushed into her house and closed the door behind him. Then, he took out the three formulas from his pocket and asked in a conspiratorial voice, "Miss, where did you get these three formulas from?"
"Mr. Williams? What's wrong? Is there something wrong with the formula? " Tisdale asked doubtfully. The alchemist was one of the precious contacts that her father had left for her. She trusted his loyalty and professionalism, but she could not understand why he would lose his composure.
The alchemist raised his head and showed Tisdale his bloodshot eyes. Then, he continued, "Miss, I've been studying these three formulas for the whole night last night. They look very ordinary and are very similar to the formulas that are commonly circulated in the market. They seem to be the normal formula for Rapid Casting Gem and Elemental Conversion Gem, but there are some details that are not quite the same …"
"Are they very important?" Tisdale quickly asked.
"Yes, they are! It's just these few refining details and the changes in the extra materials that allow the refined gem to be 2-3 times more effective than a gem of the same level! Do you know what this means, miss? " The alchemist continued to ask. Although his voice was very low, there was a hidden sense of excitement in his words.
"This means that these gems have the amplification effect of a gem that is one or even two grades higher, but their cost is at least two times lower! Although it is not as durable as a normal gem, this kind of Amplification Gem is originally a consumable. In other words, this new model is more practical! "The alchemist continued to explain.
"This is a way to make money! Miss Tisdale, we can totally rely on these three formulas to make a name for ourselves in the Amplification Gem market! I really wonder if you've obtained the notes of the legendary heretic alchemist? "
After listening to the alchemist's words, Tisdale was stunned. At that moment, there was only one thought left in her mind. What kind of existence was this teacher of hers? How could three formulas that seemed to have been casually thrown out have such an amazing effect?
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