Chapter 136: Chapter 116: Chimera (Part 3)
Ron remained vigilant: "Is this the final stage of the Bloodline Activation?"
"Yes... I will... become a part of you..."
Chimera’s voice became intermittent:
"But remember... I am only... dormant... not... extinguished..."
As these words were spoken, its body began to disintegrate, turning into countless light particles, slowly merging into Ron’s spiritual core.
The sensation was both painful and exquisite, as if thousands of silver needles were piercing the soul simultaneously, yet it brought an unparalleled sense of power.
When the last ray of light merged into Ron’s body, he felt an unprecedented sense of completeness, as if he had finally found a long-lost part of himself.
In the real world, the light of the Array reached its peak, almost as bright as daylight.
The Energy Crystals emitted a humming sound, vibrating at a perfectly synchronized frequency, forming a harmonious resonance.
The light of the Array dissipated, and the Energy Crystals lost their luster, turning into ordinary stones.
Ron felt an unprecedented sense of ease and strength, as if his entire being had been reforged.
He looked at his hands, and faint spots of light could be seen on the surface of his skin, symbols of the Bloodline Awakening.
[Bloodline Activation ceremony successful √]
[All conditions for advancement met, proceed to advance to: Bloodline Knight (Two Stars)?]
Ron eagerly selected to confirm the transfer:
[Transfer successful!]
[Acquired profession: Bloodline Knight (Two Stars)]
[Basic Attributes Enhancement:
Constitution 2.0→2.5 (+0.5)
Spirit 3.5→3.6 (+0.1)
Magic Power 1.2→1.4 (+0.2)]
[Breathing Body Refining (Proficient max)→Bloodline Activation (Beginner 1/100)]
[Special Bonuses:
1. Combat Perception increased
2. Bloodline Energy generation rate increased
3. Physical Regeneration Ability increased]
[Acquired Special Talent: Bloodline Duplication
(Possesses four independent consciousness cores, each capable of duplicating part of a target bloodline’s abilities)]
[Profession Synergy Bonuses:
Alchemist + Bloodline Knight + Wizard Apprentice
- Moderate increase in Magic Potion Absorption Efficiency
- Increase in Spiritual Control Power
- Increase in Bloodline Energy and Magic Conversion Efficiency]
Although Ron had anticipated it, the benefits after advancing to Bloodline Knight still filled him with surprise.
This gain was far richer than he had imagined, especially the "Bloodline Duplication" trait.
Just like Chimera demonstrated, it can duplicate parts of multiple bloodlines’ abilities.
Even though the attribute value increase didn’t seem significant, the further the attributes developed, the more substantial each 0.1 difference became.
Constitution only increased by 0.5, but he felt as if his physical strength had multiplied several times.
Additionally, the synergy bonuses of the three professions were truly astonishing:
The significant improvement in Magic Potion Absorption Efficiency meant that future use of various potions would yield better results;
The increase in Spiritual Control Power would benefit the construction and control of spells;
And the efficiency of converting Bloodline Energy to Magic was undoubtedly laying the foundation for his future path as a Magic Swordsman.
"How do you feel, Master?" Ailan, having approached at some point, asked with concern on a notepad.
Ron moved slightly, feeling the bloodline power flowing through him, and replied with a smile, "Never better."
He leapt gently, and surprisingly, his body soared over three meters high, landing softly as if his body weight were only a fraction of what it had been.
"My body... has become so light yet powerful."
Ron couldn’t hide his astonishment and casually picked up the nearby anvil, as effortlessly as if it were a piece of wood.
What thrilled him even more was that when he focused, he could clearly sense the existence of four independent consciousness cores within him:
Perhaps this was the legendary "Three heads and one tail," the iconic trait of a Chimera.
These four consciousness cores were not completely separate entities but extensions and branches of his own consciousness, which could be activated and controlled as needed.
"This is simply..." Ron murmured to himself, already envisioning countless possibilities: "The most suitable bloodline for me."
Bloodline Activation was merely the beginning.
With such a foundational enhancement, his progress on various supernatural paths would be even smoother.
For someone with unlimited profession slots like him, the Chimera’s Bloodline Duplication ability was a perfect enhancement.
"Breathing Body Refining transformed into Bloodline Activation..." Ron noticed the change and immediately understood its significance.
Breathing Body Refining primarily guided internal energy flow through the Breathing Technique to strengthen the body;
Whereas Bloodline Activation directly activated inner bloodline power, temporarily granting greater abilities to the body.
Of course, enhancing the [Bloodline Activation] skill also required progressing through the third stage of the Breathing Technique.
But unlike before, where the Breathing Technique trained the physique, the third stage aimed to make one’s bloodline more active.
Ron attempted to run the "Crown Breathing Technique," channeling the bloodline power within, and immediately felt a surge of heat rushing to his limbs.
His muscles became more solid and powerful, sensory acuity significantly improved, and he could clearly hear faint sounds hundreds of meters away.ᴛʜɪs ᴄʜᴀᴘᴛᴇʀ ɪs ᴜᴘᴅᴀᴛᴇ ʙʏ N(o)vᴇl(F)ire.nᴇt
"This feeling..." Ron mused, "Chimera’s power is far stronger than I imagined."
.........
As dawn appeared, the mist of the Black Mist Jungle gradually dissipated, and two figures walked side by side on the stone path.
"So, you say you can now smash stones with a single slap?"
Andre asked incredulously, "Even I need to give it my all to barely accomplish that."
Ron chuckled and shook his head, "It’s just much stronger than ordinary people, but compared to true powerhouses, I’m still far behind."
In these few days, both of them were getting accustomed to the abilities after their Bloodline Awakening.
"By the way, there’s something I’ve been meaning to ask you." Andre suddenly lowered his voice, speaking cautiously:
"I have noticed... my Dragon Bloodline feels an inexplicable sense of suppression in your presence, as if being watched by a natural enemy. Is this... normal?"
Ron raised an eyebrow, seemingly unsurprised by this discovery, "Perhaps I’m carrying something that subdues Dragon Species."
"No, it’s not that kind of feeling."
Andre shook his head, a hint of concern in his golden eyes, "More like suppression at the bloodline level, which shouldn’t appear with the Multi-headed Snake bloodline. Unless..."
He suddenly stopped, staring at Ron, "Your bloodline is far more complex than what’s recorded in your family’s archives, isn’t it?"
Ron didn’t directly answer but merely smiled slightly, "Everyone has their secrets, don’t they?"