Age of Wizards: I Can Analyze All Things

Chapter 357: Chapter 197: Level 3 Crystallization Limit, The Path After Legendary Knight (2)

Over time, Wuyu had devoured more than seven thousand crow-type Magical Creatures. The number of Fog Crows within its body was fast approaching twenty thousand, and its Power of Death and shadow-morphing abilities had also improved by leaps and bounds.

In terms of combat power alone, Wuyu had undoubtedly surpassed most Level 3 Crystalized Wizards!

Raising a magical pet to such a level was, without a doubt, an astounding feat.

However, Wuyu’s growth to this point was not only due to its innate talent and the aid of the Eye of Omniscience but also thanks to Pei Ze’s lavish investment.

All told, the resources invested in Wuyu amounted to roughly two to three million Magic Stone Coins.

One could say its power had been built on a mountain of money.

Furthermore, it was estimated that another million or so Magic Stone Coins would be needed for Wuyu to break through to the fourth level.

"What a money pit," Pei Ze sighed.

Wuyu understood what Pei Ze meant and let out a dissatisfied squawk, as if to say that while it was expensive, it was also highly capable.

Sensing the little one’s mood, Pei Ze chuckled and patted its head.

"Alright, then. In the Battle of the Holy Ring twenty days from now, we’ll see what you can do."

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As the Battle of the Holy Ring drew near, a sense of restlessness began to stir within Chenxi City.

Ordinary people felt little change, but the Wizarding community was abuzz with talk of the upcoming Battle of the Holy Ring.

「Shining Tavern, Private Room.」

A dozen or so young men and women were gathered together, chatting and laughing. The atmosphere was cheerful.

Those present included Shao Hong, Yuan Wanjun, Guan Ling, and Jiang Weifang. In fact, with the exception of Pei Ze, all the founding members of the Star Spirit Society were present.

"Time flies. It’s already been over a year since we graduated from the academy," Shao Hong remarked, his expression filled with nostalgia.

Jiang Weifang chimed in with a grin, "No need to get so sentimental. We all live in the Inner City and see each other from time to time. It’s not like we’ve been separated for ages. Besides, that only applies to the rest of us. You and Guan Ling are together every day."

At this, everyone burst out laughing.

Guan Ling blushed and shot Jiang Weifang a light glare, but she didn’t deny it.

In truth, her relationship with Shao Hong was an open secret, so there was nothing to hide.

"By the way, Shao Hong," Yuan Wanjun said suddenly, "I heard you’re preparing to make the push to become an Official Wizard. Is that true?"

All eyes immediately widened and turned to Shao Hong.

Shao Hong smiled faintly and nodded. "That’s right. I’ve already obtained the Li Xin Water. I’ll rest and gather my strength for a few days, then I’ll prepare to condense my Spirit Crystal."

Even though they had already heard about it, hearing Shao Hong confirm it himself made everyone present unable to hide their envy.

For most Wizard Apprentices, becoming an Official Wizard was their greatest goal and aspiration, bar none.

Success meant a meteoric rise in status, transforming them into lofty and powerful figures.

However, crossing this threshold was an incredibly difficult feat.

Back in the High Tower Academy, their strength and aptitude had been considered above average, yet more than a year after graduation, they were all still Third-level Wizard Apprentices, with a breakthrough still a distant prospect.

"You’ve got it made," Yuan Wanjun said, his face full of envy. "Once you get past this, you’ll have a bright future, whether you join the Silver Light Legion or one of the Council’s subordinate organizations."

Facing their envious gazes, Shao Hong showed no sign of complacency. He simply shook his head and said, "What’s this small achievement of mine compared to Pei Ze?"

At the mention of Pei Ze, the expressions on everyone’s faces became incredibly complex—a mixture of amazement, admiration, awe, and envy.

Even though Pei Ze had graduated from High Tower Academy long ago, they still frequently heard tales of his exploits.

For instance, he had made a great name for himself on the Plane Battlefield, single-handedly conquering the Turin People’s defensive fortifications and resource points. The number of Winter Frost Priests he had slain was said to be in the triple digits.

Or how he had been promoted to a Second-level Wizard in just two short years.

More recently, they heard he had ventured deep into the Shadow Realm and annihilated the last remnants of the Pei Family.

To be honest, when the members of the Star Spirit Society heard about this, they all felt a bit dazed.

Back when they first learned that Pei Ze was one of the Pei Family’s "bloodless," they had felt a degree of pity and sympathy for him deep down.

But who could have imagined that in just four or five years, the Pei Family would be history, while Pei Ze, in contrast, had become a dazzling, rapidly rising star in Chenxi City.

The stark contrast in their fortunes left many who knew the inside story sighing with emotion.

"I heard Pei Ze has already been promoted to a Level 3 Wizard and is going to represent Chenxi City in the Battle of the Holy Ring," said Jiang Weifang.

"That’s right." Shao Hong nodded slightly. "Actually, that was decided a long time ago. The higher-ranking Wizards all knew, it just hadn’t been publicly announced."

Everyone nodded.

As Wizard Apprentices, their information channels were naturally far inferior to those of Official Wizards. It wasn’t until the Council’s recent announcement that they learned Pei Ze would be representing Chenxi City in the Battle of the Holy Ring.

However, many had already suspected as much, so when the news finally broke, few were surprised. They were simply amazed at the rapid pace of Pei Ze’s advancement.

"I wonder if Pei Ze can win the Battle of the Holy Ring?" a member of the Star Spirit Society suddenly asked.

Guan Ling shook her head. "It’ll be very difficult. After all, Pei Ze was only promoted recently. He can’t compare to those known as the Chosen."

Yuan Wanjun, Jiang Weifang, and the others nodded in agreement.

Every one of the Chosen had been promoted to Level 3 Wizard long ago; many had even reached the Level 3 Crystalized stage.

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