Chapter 1695 The Traveler and the Sleepless <TOC> Chapter 1697 Intentions of Custom Alchemy
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Angel sat at his desk, and atop the table, there lay something resembling a capsule.
It was a one-time spatial capsule.
Inside, there were 91 Demon Flower Fairy Magical Bloodstones, which constituted the entire inventory of the Breezy Magic Materials Store. Most of them were of medium quality, while 13 were of superior quality. If used solely in the “Passionate Song of Fate” magic formation, it could amplify Shirley’s innate abilities more than a hundred times.
That means, within the Wilderness of Dreams, Toby can fully challenge the profound resentments within the House of Hearts over a hundred times.
For a wizard, plunging into a pit twice is already unbearable. Now, Toby has a hundred chances to gather experience. Angel couldn’t believe that the accumulated quantitative changes wouldn’t eventually lead to a qualitative change.
Angel now had full confidence in Toby’s ability to successfully face the tribulations. However, before letting Toby enter the House of Hearts to take on the challenge, he still had two tasks to accomplish.
First, he needed to craft a platform capable of accommodating the “Passionate Song of Fate”. After all, it was a magic formation with four runes. Ordinary parchment couldn’t hold it, so Angel had to create a temporary platform on the fly.
In truth, Angel could also choose to craft an alchemical item, allowing the “Passionate Song of Fate” to exist as an enchantment. Yet after much contemplation, he couldn’t think of an item that would let the “Passionate Song of Fate” manifest its effects. In the end, he opted for simplicity, choosing to create a platform for the magic formation.
As for the second matter…
From his bracelet, Angel retrieved a thin transparent glass piece. This was his dedicated communicator, assigned to him after joining the Research Institute.
After a series of operations, the glass piece seemed to be coated with a shimmering layer.
Subsequently, a faint blue luminous spirit slowly emerged from the glass piece. It hovered in front of Angel, much like a holographic projection.
“Good evening, Lord Pat,” Antonio’s elegant tone emanated from the light elf, “Did you seek me out concerning the female apprentice from the House of Lilith?”
What Antonio was referring to was indeed Cherie, who had caused quite a stir with Jiebo at the Fragrant Plaza. To prevent the situation from escalating further, Angel had secretly asked Antonio to intervene and manage the situation.
Although Angel had already learned of the outcome between Cherie and Jiebo from external sources, he still wanted to hear Antonio’s perspective.
“I sought you for another matter, but before we get to that, I would also like to know the aftermath regarding Cherie.”
Antonio slightly nodded, “After our last meeting, Lord, I had the Vice Dean of Achillea Comprehensive College covertly manipulate public opinion. Currently, the uproar Cherie and Jiebo caused at the Fragrant Plaza won’t radiate throughout the entire alchemy circle. However, they’ll still face a ban from the fragrance circle. After all, an explanation is due to all the alchemists present at the plaza at the time.”
Angel understood that everyone has to pay for their impulsiveness. Still, he curiously asked, “Is this ban a permanent one?”
Antonio replied, “Any thrilling event, once turned into a memory, feels as if it’s behind a veil. Even those who experienced it can look back on it with a slightly more rational perspective.”
“Therefore, I don’t believe the ban will be permanent. Time will quell the flames of anger and will also dilute the once fervent determination of resentment.”
“However, even if time possesses great power, it cannot lift the ban without reason. To lift it, a suitable catalyst is likely needed.”
“As for what that catalyst might be, it’s hard to say. After all, the future is full of uncertainties.”
Angel nodded in agreement. Since the ban wasn’t permanent, there was always a chance for it to be lifted. Moreover, if Cherie truly required fragrance, she could still purchase it through other channels, like having someone else buy it on her behalf.
Compared to the damage they had inflicted upon the Fragrant Plaza, this was already a relatively favorable outcome.
After discussing Cherie, Antonio paused, clearly indicating it was time for Angel to address the main issue at hand.
Without hesitation, Angel stated directly, “I’ve sought you out this time because I need your assistance. You are likely aware of the Profound Alchemy Association, aren’t you?”
Taking a moment, Antonio nodded, “Does the matter concerning you have ties to the Profound Alchemy Association?”
“Yes.” Angel continued, detailing the circumstances surrounding the Breezy Magical Materials Shop. This included the Profound Alchemy Association’s ambitions concerning the Demon Flower Fairy Magical Bloodstone and the potential ramifications for the Breezy Magical Materials Shop once he procures this bloodstone.
After listening intently, Antonio pondered for a brief moment before inquiring, “What do you intend to do?”
“… I urgently require the Demon Flower Fairy Magical Bloodstone. Consequently, I’ve assured the folks at the Breezy Magical Materials Shop that I’d find a way to protect them from the threats of the Profound Alchemy Association.”
Angel elaborated on his plan: “My idea is to leverage our connections within the Research Institute to integrate the Breezy Magical Materials Shop into a protective network similar to that of the Fingernail Alchemy House. This way, even if the Profound Alchemy Association wishes to create disruptions, they’d be deterred due to potential repercussions.”
He then turned to Antonio, seeking validation, “Do you think this strategy could work?”
After contemplating, Antonio responded, “It’s feasible. However, the reason the Profound Alchemy Association doesn’t dare to confront the shops on Monsignor Magical Materials Street is not only because of their deeply entrenched alliances but primarily because all the shops on that street have connections to alchemists from Achillea Comprehensive College.”
“Having both technical expertise and the right channels in Sky Mechanical City is the best protection.”
“Furthermore, the founder of the Fingernail Alchemy House is a member of the Research Institute. If you wish to bring the Breezy Magical Materials Shop under this protective umbrella, you’d need to meet certain conditions.”
Angel sought further clarification, “To be integrated into this protective circle, one must have the backing of someone from Achillea?”
Antonio nodded, “Indeed. Alternatively, the entity directly behind this could be the Research Institute. For example, Lord, you could also become the backbone of the Breezy Magic Materials Shop.”
After hearing this, Angel was still somewhat puzzled. “Is there a way for outsiders to discern if there’s someone backing these shops?”
“Let me give an example. Lord, you must be familiar with Van Nathan, right?”
Angel nodded. Van Nathan was an exceptionally talented alchemist who had once attended his lectures. It was said he was on par with Jailall and was likely to be the next member of the Research Institute.
“Van Nathan signed a similar agreement with Julie Magic Medicine Shop on Monsignor Magic Material Street. Since then, Julie Magic Medicine Shop provides Van Nathan with the materials for alchemy. In return, Van Nathan places his creations up for sale at Julie’s.” Antonio explained, “Being able to consistently provide unique, high-quality potions became Julie’s trademark.”
“Others naturally come to know that Van Nathan is behind Julie Magic Medicine Shop.”
This is how outsiders discern affiliations. The Fingernail Alchemy House is even more distinctive. Whenever the Research Institute releases a new product, within two days, even before it’s available elsewhere, Fingernail Alchemy House already has it for sale. As a result, the Fingernail Alchemy House has firmly established its reputation.
Even if outsiders are unaware of Fingernail Granny’s identity, they would understand that the Research Institute is undoubtedly backing the Fingernail Alchemy House.
Antonio continued, “If the Lord wishes to become the support of the Breezy Magic Materials Shop, they could also become a point of sale for the Research Institute’s products in the future. Of course, this also requires your approval.”
After listening to Antonio, Angel frowned slightly.
According to Antonio, the plan Angel proposed was feasible. However, Angel would either need to find an alchemist from Achillea Comprehensive College to agree to back the Breezy Magic Materials Shop or step up to the plate himself.
Chapter 1695 The Traveler and the Sleepless <TOC> Chapter 1697 Intentions of Custom Alchemy