The first rays of morning sunlight streamed through the window lattice of the workshop, casting mottled patterns of light and shadow on the ground.
Ron sat upright at his desk, eyes slightly closed, as the Red Blood Flying Dragon Bloodline within him gently pulsated in rhythm with the "Crown Breathing Technique." Each breath came with a subtle surge of energy and blood within.
Ever since completing the bloodline activation and successfully replicating Andre’s Red Blood Flying Dragon Bloodline, he could clearly feel a significant increase in his affinity for both the Fire Element and the Light Element.
The Bloodline Power flowed through the meridians in his body like a scorching golden-red river, nourishing every inch of muscle and bone.
[Bloodline Activation Experience Points +1]
[Current Progress: Bloodline Activation (Beginner 28/100)]
"The progress is slower than expected,"
Ron opened his eyes, his fingers subconsciously brushing against the inside of his left arm where faint scale patterns could be seen beneath the skin, only visible under light at specific angles.
Bloodline activation is a long process requiring patience and continuous cultivation day after day to truly harmonize the replicated bloodline perfectly with oneself.
Fortunately, he had the synergy effect of an Alchemist that allowed him to better absorb the effects of various auxiliary potions and accelerate this process.
With the acquired skill "Extraordinary Recognition," his understanding of extraordinary substances had reached a new level.
Not only could he see the surface structure, but he could also sense the internal energy flow and trace element composition.
"Let’s test this new ability’s actual effect first..." Ron pondered, his gaze sweeping across the workshop.
He first picked up a withered herb that was drying on the shelf. With a gentle touch of Spiritual Power, a series of information immediately flowed into his mind:
[Twilight Grass, collected three weeks ago, with approximately sixty percent of its medicinal efficacy retained...
Suitable for crafting Calm Potion, but no longer suitable for advanced mental potions
Contains trace amounts of Magic Elements, mainly concentrated in the root and stem sections
Collected from the northeastern area of the Black Mist Jungle, with slightly acidic soil]
This level of detailed information far surpassed his previous "Herb Recognition" ability.
The latter primarily focused on judging the medicinal properties and purity, but now he could even deduce the plant’s growth environment.
"This is quite similar to the identification ability in games, though it’s unclear if I can extract such accurate information for higher tier items..."
However, some high-tier knowledge in this world should not be looked at carelessly.
Like the "Devourer" recorded within the meditation visions, if one were to carelessly apply the identification skill on It...
Ron shook his head, not daring to imagine the dreadful consequences, and directed his attention to a potion he had refined:
[’Amber Thought Liquid’ Improved Version, Purity 92%]
Main ingredients include Moonlight Grass Essence, Silver Star Vine Extract, and Thought Insect Brain Marrow Liquid.
Estimated effect duration: 4 hours 12 minutes, side effect index: 1.3, far lower than the ordinary formula’s 3.7.
Suitable for continuous use, with usage not exceeding three times within 72 hours.
Stable composition, excellent structure, suggested retail price: 15 Magic Stone Fragments]
[Extraordinary Recognition Experience Points +1]
[Current Progress: Extraordinary Recognition (Proficient 4/100)]
It seems that the higher the tier of extraordinary items identified, the faster the Experience Points increase. Perhaps, he could develop a side career as an appraiser one day?
Moreover, this in-depth understanding of his own creations gave Ron an unprecedented sense of control.
He could even pinpoint which parts of the potion still had room for improvement and which ingredients could be adjusted for better effects.
Suddenly, he noticed the Time Guardian Pocket Watch on his wrist emitting faint energy fluctuations, seemingly calling for his attention.
Ron carefully picked up the pocket watch, focusing his attention and using the "Extraordinary Recognition" ability to observe:
[Time Guardian’s Pocket Watch (Initial Stage)]
A special creation, material unknown
Its energy storage is depleted, and it needs to absorb energy on its own to unlock new functions.
The charging medium requires matching ’time’ attribute energy.
Under standard planar flux units, 70 to 90 units are required for a basic charge.
Specific details currently cannot be identified.]
[Extraordinary Recognition Experience Points +3]
[Current Progress: Extraordinary Recognition (Proficient 7/100)]
"Material unknown?" Ron frowned.
But more importantly, the information about charging and unlocking functions undoubtedly pointed him in the direction of enhancing the pocket watch’s capabilities.
"’Time’ attribute energy... seems like I need to find a place or material that can provide this special energy."
Ron thought, carefully putting away the pocket watch.
"First, I should head to Lizard Alley to find out where exactly it was unearthed. There might be some clues..."
After a moment of contemplation, Ron organized his thoughts and prepared to head to the central area of the School for today’s alchemy weekly test.
It had been several days since he transitioned to an [Alchemy Apprentice], and today happened to be the weekly test scheduled by Master Thompson.
"Ailan, I’m going for the weekly test and should be back before noon,"
Ron said to the treant who was tending to the plants in the courtyard.
Ailan nodded, vines swaying vaguely:
"I wish you all the best, Master. I will take good care of the workshop."
Ron smiled and gently nodded at the treant.
Leaving the workshop, he walked briskly towards the central area of the School.
The morning mist of the Black Mist Jungle had not yet dissipated, and in the thin fog, one could occasionally see the silhouettes of apprentices hurrying by, but most of them remained silent, focused on their thoughts.
In the Wizard’s world, time and energy are the most valuable resources, and no one wants to waste them on meaningless socializing.
Arriving at the central area, Ron headed straight for the alchemy testing room.