Chapter 362 Other Methods
Charles had to stop in his tracks, taking a few steps back to pick up the bottle of miracle drug that had been carelessly tossed on the table. He quickly walked toward Colton while saying:
"It's just a bottle of blue-quality miracle drug. Is it really that exciting? I was able to brew it, even if it gets damaged, I can just make a second bottle, or a third."
Colton didn't pay any attention to Charles at all. He reached out, carefully cradling the bottle of blue-quality miracle drug in his hands, gazing at it in awe. Then he slowly opened it and took a whiff of the aroma.
Finally, he slowly poured a little out and placed it in his mouth to feel the effect.
In an instant, Colton's eyes lit up, and he excitedly exclaimed, "That's right! It's freshly brewed, and the effects are absolutely perfect!"
When he first saw it, he thought Charles had just taken some semi-finished product to experiment with.
But after observing it and even tasting it himself, he confirmed that this bottle of blue-quality miracle drug was indeed crafted by Charles!
"It's just a bottle of blue-quality miracle drug. Come on, teacher, is it really that big of a deal? Let me help you up." Charles said directly.
It turned out that Colton was so overwhelmed with excitement that he had remained sitting on the ground, completely forgetting to get up.
At that moment, Colton didn't care at all. He grabbed Charles's arm and excitedly said:
"What do you mean, it's just a bottle of blue-quality miracle drug? You're only eighteen, and you've already produced a blue-quality miracle drug! Do you know what that means?"
Charles scratched his head and replied slowly, "Isn't the Seven from the Haunted Marsh also about to become a special-level alchemist? He's eighteen too."n/ô/vel/b//in dot c//om
Colton shook his head furiously, speaking dismissively, "Can he even be compared to you? How much time have you spent on alchemy? Don't you have any idea?"
Charles thought seriously for a moment, and he realized he really didn't know. It wasn't because he had spent too much time, it was because he had spent too little.
"Charles, you are a true monster! You will definitely become a legendary-level alchemist in the future!" Colton said, taking a deep breath and speaking earnestly.
Charles was a bit curious, it was the first time he had heard of a legendary-level alchemist, so he asked:
"A legendary-level alchemist? Is it stronger than a master-level alchemist?"
At that moment, Colton finally stood up from the ground, brushing off the dirt from his pants as he answered slowly:
"As far as I know, there are only three legendary alchemists in the entire Ethereal Grove!"
"Each legendary-level alchemist is more precious than a ninth-level Beast Master, because if a ninth-level Beast Master wants to break through to a higher level, they basically need the help of a legendary-level alchemist!"
Charles instantly realized something was off. What realm is above a ninth-level Beast Master, and why do they need the help of a legendary-level alchemist?
With a strong sense of curiosity, Charles voiced his questions.
To his surprise, Colton shook his head and replied, "I don't know the specific reasons either, because I'm not a legendary-level alchemist, nor am I a ninth-level Beast Master."
Hearing this answer, Charles restrained his urge to tease Colton, keeping in mind the value of respecting elders and the young.
At least he learned that above master-level alchemists are legendary-level alchemists, and that ninth-level Beast Masters have a great demand for legendary-level alchemists.
Even if he didn't know what that demand was.
"By the way, teacher, I'm looking for a miracle drug recipe, preferably the best blue-quality one, that can use Ice Spirit Flower." Charles directly asked, explaining his previous idea.
To Charles's surprise, Colton immediately gave him a thumbs up and without hesitation pulled out an alchemy recipe, saying:
"This one is perfect for you. Don't worry, during practice, you can substitute the Ice Spirit Flower with other alchemy materials, it will just affect the potency a bit."
"When the time comes, just go ahead and use it freely. To be on the safe side, I'll prepare two sets of alchemy materials, which means that old coot Quinn will need to buy two Ice Spirit Flowers from you, at five hundred gold coins each!"
Charles's eyes widened. Five hundred gold coins for one flower! One thousand gold coins for two!
What does that even mean?
He considered himself to be reasonably good at making money, yet his current assets didn't even reach five hundred gold coins!
"What's that? Those orange-quality miracle drugs I gave you before, if you sold them, would also fetch around five hundred gold coins." Colton waved his hand dismissively.
This display of wealth instantly made Charles understand why Colton could procure emerald-quality Mia and diamond-quality Little Gold.
Indeed, powerful alchemists never seem to lack money.
Charles's desire to become an alchemist grew even stronger, he still had four mystical beasts that needed to be trained. Who knows, if he contracts a divine beast in the future, the resources required might not even be available in all of Genosha!
"Teacher, I'll take my leave now. I'll practice this miracle drug recipe diligently over the next few days, and when the seventh day approaches, I'll agree to participate in the alchemist duel." Charles said slowly.
Colton waved his hand, carefully holding the bottle of freshly crafted blue-quality miracle drug as he left the wooden cabin.
In the Cyber Academy dormitory,
It was already quite late. Charles lay on his bed, looking at the information prompts in front of him about Mia, Max, Mousie, and Little Gold.
Max's information read:
——[Nine-Tailed Demon Wolf]——
[Name]: Max
[Attributes]: Ice, Fire
[Level]: Lv27
[Quality]: Platinum
[Skills]: [Ice Pick Throwing], [Bone-Achingly Cold], [Energy Bomb], [Ice and Fire Barrier]
[Weaknesses]: Neck, Abdomen/Toxic Attributes
[Hobbies]: Honey Soy Glazed Meat
[Mood]: Average
[Health]: Good
[Loyalty]: 92
[Evolution]: 4 Routes
[Description]: As the first mystical beast to be contracted, Max seems to be in a bit of a bad mood. He can sense that his master seems to care more about the other mystical beasts.
Now for Mousie's information:
——[Shadow Flying Squirrel]——
[Name]: Mousie
[Attributes]: Darkness
[Level]: Lv27
[Quality]: Platinum
[Skills]: [Mimetic Illusion], [Darkness Cloak], [Darkness Drawn], [Demigod's Power]
[Weaknesses]: Every part of its body is a weakness
[Hobbies]: Scaring people
[Mood]: Very Good
[Health]: Good
[Loyalty]: 89
[Evolution]: 2 Routes
[Description]: A juvenile Demigod. Do not be fooled by its adorable appearance, if you accidentally provoke it, the consequences could be terrifying. Its true power remains sealed.
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Charles looked at the information description about Max and felt a bit emotional. Recently, that was indeed the case. The emerald-quality Mia and diamond-quality Little Gold required much more growth.
He had been neglecting his care for Max and Mousie quite a bit. However, Mousie had that carefree, silly personality and didn't seem to mind at all.
Max, on the other hand, was different. It was very perceptive.
Thinking of this, Charles decided that in his free time, he must make an effort to spend quality time with Max, Mousie, Mia, and Little Gold, and go out to have some fun.
It would be a good way to relax his mind.
With that thought, Charles stopped pondering and quickly washed up before drifting off into dreamland.
Inside the Cyber Academy,
It was already late at night. Jamie was still awake, not because he wanted to be, but because a guest's arrival kept him from leaving.
"Nathaniel, what brings you here at this hour?" Jamie frowned. He already knew the reason for the visit, it was undoubtedly related to Charles.
After all, the biggest news in Genosha lately was about the master-level alchemist Kingston from the Haunted Marsh.
"I'm here for Charles. He's also a senior alchemist, and I believe he has what it takes to defeat that Seven." Nathaniel said without hesitation.
Hearing this, Jamie instantly stood up, anger flashing in his eyes.
"What do you mean by having what it takes? The alchemists from the Haunted Marsh are significantly stronger than ours in Genosha. Charles might not necessarily defeat him! What if he fails..."
Before Jamie could finish his sentence, Nathaniel interrupted him directly.
"It won't happen. Charles can do it. Besides, even if he fails, that might be better."
Jamie slammed his hand on the table and asked loudly, "Nathaniel, what do you mean by that?"
"You should know what I mean. We both understand Charles's talent, so we should help him focus all his energy on his Beast Mastery training. It's not impossible for him to become a Level 9 Beast Master!" Nathaniel said with a serious expression.
He paused for a moment before continuing:
"Moreover, even though Charles knows he might not win, he still selflessly agreed to participate in the alchemist duel for the sake of the country and its people. He will become a symbol of spirit for all Genosha people."
Jamie took a deep breath, looking seriously at Nathaniel as he slowly said:
"We've both been in his shoes before. We know that when we were young, the last thing we wanted was for older people to make decisions for us. Charles is not the reckless type, letting him choose for himself is the best option!"
"Are you representing His Majesty?" Jamie asked once more.
Nathaniel sighed, shook his head, and replied slowly, "The king feels the same way as you. I just wonder if Colton would be willing to give up everything for Charles to seek revenge on Quinn. If that happens, Genosha would lose a powerful alchemist."
Jamie sat down in his chair, feeling a bit defeated, and replied slowly:
"That's still his choice. He won't regret it."
Nathaniel remained silent. Losing a master-level alchemist from Genosha was something he couldn't accept!
"There's not no other way." Jamie suddenly spoke up.