Chapter 1697 Intentions of Custom Alchemy <TOC> Chapter 1699 First Attempt
Translator: SumTLMan
When Angel finished his secluded meditation, it was already the morning of the third day.
As he pushed open the doors of the laboratory, the first sight to meet his eyes was that of Shirley, dressed in her full magician attire. She was leaning against the corridor wall, idly playing with a little otter named Gulu.
The moment she heard the doors open, before Shirley could react, Gulu displayed an expression of surprise. The little otter made a leap from Shirley’s palm, landing precisely on the rose-embroidered teapot floating mid-air, and quickly scurried inside, disappearing from view.
Only after Gulu had completed this swift series of movements did Shirley turn her head in delayed realization.
“Lo… Lord, you’ve come out?” Shirley was taken aback for a moment, but she soon displayed her signature professional smile, and her tone became much more fluid.
“Why are you here?” Angel inquired, his voice neutral.
“I’m here because…” Shirley sneaked a glance into the depths of the laboratory. She had heard that Angel was engaged in alchemy within. She couldn’t help but wonder… what was he crafting, and could it possibly be something intended for her?
“Hmm?” Noticing Shirley’s prolonged silence, Angel frowned and closed the laboratory door.
As the lab door shut with a loud thud, a hint of regret flashed in Shirley’s eyes. Noticing Angel’s questioning gaze, she cleared her throat and explained, “I’m here on Gloria’s orders.”
“What does she want with me?” Angel asked as he began walking away.
Shirley quickly caught up with him and replied, “Yesterday morning, Witch Ada visited the mansion. She brought with her the alchemical intentions of the top three winners of the Novastar Competition. However, since you’ve been secluded in the laboratory these past days, she handed them over to Gloria.”
Ada is the family name of the Beast King Rosen. The only person known as Witch Ada is Rosen’s daughter——Melanctha.
“Lady Gloria instructed me to wait here to inform you about this matter.”
A puzzled look flashed across Angel’s face, “Couldn’t she have just conveyed the message to me through magic? Why did she send you?”
Shirley mischievously blinked, “I volunteered.”
“You volunteered?” Angel gave Shirley a curious glance, noticing that her demeanor seemed to scream, “Ask me! Ask me why I volunteered!”
“Oh,” Angel responded, not asking further and continued walking.
Seeing Angel’s lack of interest, Shirley paused momentarily, her expression faltering. But she quickly put on an ingratiating look and caught up with Angel, “Lord, I heard you’re offering custom alchemy for the top three winners of the Novastar Competition?”
Angel simply nodded without elaboration.
Encouraged by Angel’s response, Shirley eagerly continued, adopting a tone of admiration, “I never thought that the Research Institute would assign you for the custom alchemy. This is fantastic news!”
Shirley had hoped Angel would ask, “Why is it such great news?” However, seeing his silent expression, she realized he probably wouldn’t inquire. So, she continued, speaking more to herself, “Ever since I got the news, I’ve been thrilled. I may have underperformed in the Novastar Competition, which was a pity as I didn’t make it to the top three. But I recall you mentioned crafting an item befitting a wizard’s realm for me in the past. Doesn’t that also count as custom alchemy?”
“I may not have ranked in the top three, but I’m getting the rewards of the top three. How could I not be excited?”
After Shirley spoke, her expression seamlessly transitioned between contemplation, flattery, and elation. Angel glanced at her, genuinely admiring her facial expressiveness, noting how it flowed with distinct layers.
At this point, Angel understood what Shirley intended to convey — she was trying to glean information about alchemy from him.
However, Angel did not oblige her immediately. He wondered, if Shirley continued her monologue, how would it unfold?
Seeing that Angel remained silent, Shirley didn’t show any sign of disappointment. She continued, “Lord, since the top three contenders of the Novastar Competition have already shared their personal details and alchemical intentions, I wonder if I should also present my ‘information’ to you? Or perhaps, have you already prepared your alchemical creation?”
As Shirley mentioned ‘information,’ she provocatively accentuated her chest, which despite being concealed by her magician uniform, was still remarkably defined. Her tone might have seemed flirtatious, but her actual intent was clear: she hoped this subtle gesture might coax information out of the tight-lipped Angel.
This time, Angel responded, fulfilling Shirley’s wish. However, it wasn’t Shirley’s tactics that made him speak. At that moment, they had stepped out of the hall and entered the courtyard where Gloria was nearby.
“I haven’t started the alchemical process yet,” Angel began, “but I stand by my promises. The condition is that your inherent abilities genuinely benefit Toby.” Pausing for a moment, Angel added, “As for your ‘information’, there’s no need to show me. I’ve had plans for quite some time.”
Although Angel did not divulge specific details about his alchemical preparations, at least Shirley wasn’t left entirely in the dark. She shrugged her shoulders and followed him to where Gloria stood.
Upon seeing Angel, Gloria handed him a sealed, unique letter, saying, “Shirley must have told you about it. This is the information that Melanctha brought.”
Angel nodded in acknowledgment, accepting the letter without opening it, and stored it inside his bracelet. “Did Melanctha mention anything else?” he inquired.
Gloria remarked, “She simply requested that you get in touch with Antonio when you have the time. Antonio will fill you in on the specifics.”
Having discussed matters pertaining to Melanissa, Gloria, with evident curiosity, posed a question: “By the way, I’ve been rather intrigued. You’ve been secluded in the laboratory without a word these past days. What have you been working on?”
This was also a matter of curiosity for Shirley. Initially, she had speculated that Angel might be crafting a unique tool exclusively for her. However, she was disappointed to learn that Angel had previously denied it.
Angel responded, “I’ve been crafting a platform to harness the ‘Passionate Song of Fate.'”
Taken aback slightly, Gloria hadn’t expected Angel to commence the crafting so swiftly. She’d assumed that Angel’s first step would involve seeking the Demon Flower Fairy Magical Bloodstone. But then, a realization struck her, “Given that you’ve already started crafting the platform infused with magic energy, does that mean you’ve already obtained the Demon Flower Fairy Magical Bloodstone?”
Angel simply nodded, “Yes. The quantity I have is decent, sufficient to support Shirley in employing the ‘Passionate Song of Fate’ over a hundred times.”
“I’ve spent these days scouting for information on the whereabouts of the Demon Flower Fairy Magical Bloodstone. I hadn’t realized you moved so swiftly,” Gloria mused, before pressing on, “Have you successfully crafted the platform to harness the ‘Passionate Song of Fate’?”
Without responding, Angel procured an item from his bracelet.
It was a palm-sized Crystal Disc, which, at first glance, appeared somewhat like a glass vessel. However, upon closer inspection, one would note that the disc is perfectly flat, devoid of any concave vessel-like features. Instead of resembling a glass vessel, it more closely mirrors a Jade Bi Disc.
This crystal disc is devoid of any embellishments, seemingly plain. Yet, when observed from a side angle, one can faintly discern delicate silver runes within. Under sunlight, these runes exhibit a mercurial shimmer, like the flowing luminance of mercury.
Chapter 1697 Intentions of Custom Alchemy <TOC> Chapter 1699 First Attempt