The complex process that originally required dozens of steps has been greatly simplified.
Not because any steps were skipped, but because the "Material Refining" skill allowed him to handle multiple steps simultaneously, adjusting and optimizing in real-time during the process.
In just half an hour, a "Awakening Potion" that would normally take several times longer to complete had already perfectly formed.
And when Ron picked up this magic potion, he discovered another astonishing aspect:
The quality of this potion far exceeded the highest level he was able to refine before.
The purity of the liquid, the stability of the energy, and the durability of the effect all reached an unprecedented height.
"This is really... the feeling is just amazing..."
Ron then quickly took out an ordinary crystal to attempt energy crystallization extraction.
This is a basic alchemy technique used to seal specific energy within a crystal, forming the basic materials for various alchemy tools.
In the past, this process required at least two hours of meticulous operation and relied heavily on complex guiding devices and specialized alchemy tools.
But now, he only needed to concentrate, hold the crystal in both hands, and then guide the energy to flow along a specific path.
In just ten minutes, a perfect "Fire Element Crystal" had already formed, with its energy concentration and stability undoubtedly far surpassing the products available on the market.
"Material Refining..."
Ron whispered, his eyes flickering with delight:
"This is not merely the simple addition of two skills, but a whole new ability form."
He suddenly recalled the clues that Thompson and Lady Allen had mentioned before:
The Ancient Alchemist, the legendary profession that combined the three major wizardry techniques into one.
"Magic Potion Making represents the combination of potions and energy, alchemy represents the transformation of material and structure..."
Ron organizing his thoughts:
"Then the third major wizardry technique is the communication between runes and energy—Enchantment!"
Thompson had subtly mentioned that true ancient alchemists mastered these three core techniques and could create miracles beyond ordinary imagination.
Ron summoned the Library of Consciousness’s collections, swiftly noting these connections:
"Magic Potion Making—Potions and Energy—Partially Mastered (Alchemist Two Stars)
Alchemy—Material and Structure—Partially Mastered (Alchemy Master Two Stars)
Enchantment—Runes and Energy—Not yet Mastered (???)"
He then thought of the new advanced trait he had just acquired: Three-in-One.
"Three-in-One..." Ron murmured to himself: "is the Ancient Alchemist..."
From the current linkage effects, once he finally mastered all three major core techniques, some even more astonishing composite skill might emerge.
Perhaps that is the key to reaching a higher level.
"Enchanter..." Ron mused to himself: "It is said to be an existence even rarer than a Bloodline Modifier."
He recalled the various self-activating arrays and persistent devices he saw at the school, all of which depended on the meticulous rune effects engraved by enchanters.
Ordinary apprentices and official wizards who did not master Rune Magic could only copy runes rigidly without understanding the deeper principles behind them.
Including himself, they knew what the runes did but not why, only replicating existing runes without the ability to improve them based on needs.
The result was that these replicas often had lower efficacy, shorter duration, and were prone to unstable side effects.
However, the runes engraved by a true enchanter were worlds apart from these replicas.
It is said that runes left by a professional enchanter can still be effective even decades later, while ordinary replicas might fail within a few months.
Enchanters comprehend the fundamental principles behind the runes, allowing them not only to replicate existing runes but also to create entirely new rune combinations based on specific needs.
They can even imbue the runes with their own will and spirit marks, making their effects more powerful and lasting.
"To complete the path of the ancient alchemist, Enchantment is an indispensable link."
Ron firmly wrote down this goal in the Library of Consciousness.
But the problem is, in the Black Mist Jungle, there are almost no official wizards specializing in Enchantment, making opportunities to systematically learn this field exceedingly rare.
All clues point to one place—the Central Rich Lands where the Crystal Tower is located.
There, at the center of the Ring Abyss Continent Group, is said to have a more complete wizard system and richer extraordinary resources.
The Crystal Tower is not only one of the most prosperous supernatural gathering places in the Ring Abyss Continent Group but also a treasure trove of various rare extraordinary knowledge.
It is said that it has a complete Enchantment Element, specifically cultivating experts in this rare profession.
"It seems the future path is clear."
Ron closed his notebook, his eyes filled with a determined sparkle.
Becoming an Alchemist is not the end, but a necessary path to reach a higher level.
The legend of the Ancient Alchemist undoubtedly presents him with a grander possibility.
But ahead are the advancements to Magic Potion Professor and Alchemy Master, as well as the most core Enchanter, which may only be realized after he reaches an official wizard status.
Three-in-One could very well be the ideal state he wants to achieve...