"This idea of yours is absolutely brilliant!! Your mind must have been kissed by the gods!"
"Goddess above, why on earth did you think to place the magic node here? It's simply incredible!"
"This reverse-operating node is utterly perfect. Praise the goddess, even the women of Jasmine Street aren't this flawless."
After Li De showcased his improved Mage Hand, Spark behaved as if he had encountered a species from another plane, completely abandoning his Grand Mage demeanor and bombarding him with questions.
With a mix of amusement and helplessness, Li De held nothing back, explaining in detail how he conceived and improved it, even drawing out all the magic nodes.
Spark treated the improved magic model like a priceless treasure.
Improving spells was always a taboo among mages; even he, a Grand Mage, dared not attempt it lightly.
The risks were immense—one wrong move could result in becoming an idiot.
But now, his disciple, who had only reached the rank of Advanced Mage, had improved a spell, and the ingenious ideas within greatly inspired him.
This left him with no choice but to praise.
"You are truly a genius, Kachar~ You are the most perfect gift the Goddess of Magic has bestowed upon me. Praise the Goddess of Magic, praise her!"
Spark couldn’t take his eyes off the magic model diagram, showering Li De with endless compliments, a stark contrast to his earlier indifferent demeanor.
At this moment, Li De truly understood his teacher’s temperament—an old child, without airs or guile.
"No, Teacher, I could only improve it under your guidance. Without your words, I might not have immersed myself in the world of magic for three years."
Spark felt deeply gratified after hearing this.
"Good, good, very good, Kachar, your talent is indeed rare."
After saying this, he paused thoughtfully, glanced at Li De several times, then spoke resolutely.
"Among mages, we always practice equivalent exchange. Although you are my disciple, this magic model has given me great inspiration. Speak, what do you want?"
Li De waved his hand. His main purpose today was to reconnect with Spark. With Spark leading the way, there would be no obstacles for the Crimson Mage Tower.
Nothing else could surpass the benefits brought by Spark himself.
"No, Teacher Spark, I don’t need anything. You are my teacher, perhaps we shouldn’t be so formal."
After hearing this, Spark’s eyes softened, and he felt touched inside.
In his lifetime, he had only three disciples; the other two had long since developed elsewhere in the Nolan Empire, leaving only Li De in Green City.
He was over eighty years old. Although for a Grand Mage, he was only halfway through his lifespan, his mindset had already turned into that of an elder.
"I heard you’re planning to rebuild the territory of the Kachar family recently?" After pondering for a while, Spark took a book filled with magical fluctuations from a wooden box inside the room.
He handed it to Li De.
"Perhaps it will be useful to you. This is something I obtained when I was young; it helped me earn the wealth to build the White Tower.
A territory can’t function without Gold Pucks."
After receiving the book, Li De was somewhat surprised. Written on it in the Continental Common Script were large letters.
Magic Scroll Crafting Techniques
"There are detailed processes for crafting ten magic scrolls here. Though they are all low-level Tier 1 and Tier 2 spells, selling them to those barbarians who don’t understand magic is more than enough."
Spark’s tone carried immense pride. Spellcasters were the noblest profession, and any other non-spellcasting profession was looked down upon by mages.
Those who bought magic scrolls were mostly warriors and rogues.
At a glance, Li De saw the profit potential behind this Magic Scroll Crafting Techniques.
What made the most money in the Glory World? Some might say weapons, others might say the slave trade, but one of the top three most profitable industries undoubtedly included—magic scrolls.
And it wasn’t just magic scrolls. Any item related to magic represented huge profits.
Magic potions, magic arrays, and magic scrolls were the three greatest money-making tools of mages.
Creating magic potions required relevant formulas and magical materials. Mana-Infused Blood could be considered a magic potion, the only difference being that Mana-Infused Blood was soaked in divine remains, making it nearly impossible to produce externally.
Magic arrays were quite difficult, requiring relevant magic array diagrams and a large number of magic crystals.
Magic scrolls sealed spells onto magical carriers, most commonly the hides of magical beasts. Upon use, tearing the scroll released the spell stored during its creation.
"Thank you, Teacher."
Li De didn’t refuse. He currently needed a highly profitable industry, whether for the Crimson Mage Tower or Dawn City, both needed Gold Pucks.
After obtaining the Magic Scroll Crafting Techniques, Li De developed a newfound fondness for this unkempt old man. From this cheap teacher, he felt the long-lost sensation of being cared for.
Spark scowled, giving him an annoyed glance, full of disdain. "Alright, take it and get lost. Seeing you irritates me, don’t hinder my magical research."
After saying this, he ignored Li De, happily examining the magic node diagram of the Mage Hand.
Li De almost spat blood. At first, he was called a sweetheart, now he was called a nuisance. The speed of this mood swing was unmatched.
But he didn’t take it to heart. This old man’s personality was straightforward and brutal, wearing his emotions on his sleeve.
After respectfully bowing, Li De turned and left the White Tower. There was still a pile of things waiting for him at home.
Long after Li De’s figure disappeared, Spark, who had been studying the Mage Hand nodes, suddenly raised his head, a glint of meaning difficult for outsiders to understand flashing in his eyes.
Turning towards the shadowy corner by the window, he spoke in a tone completely different from before.
"Delly, spread the word to all the nobles in Green City that Kachar is entering the low-end magic scroll industry under my instruction."
A low, cold voice echoed from the empty corner.
After hearing the voice, Spark said no more, continuing to lower his gaze to the magic node diagram on the table.
His eyes showed deep satisfaction.
He didn’t inquire about the method Li De used to research and improve the Mage Hand, nor did he ask about any other gains Li De had made in recent years.
He only knew that Li De was his disciple, and that was enough.
In fact, Li De had greatly underestimated the relationship between master and disciple in this world. The bond between teacher and disciple often surpassed even that of father and son.
After publicly becoming Spark’s disciple in front of hundreds of mages, Li De was branded with the mark of the White Tower.
As long as the White Tower stood, no one would dare touch the Crimson Mage Tower.
Back at the Crimson Mage Tower, Li De let out a huge sigh of relief.
Spark hadn’t noticed that the original soul had been replaced, which undoubtedly eased many of Li De’s inner concerns.
At the same time, he also found answers to why Winnie, an important figure of the Alex Merchant Guild, had befriended him.
An attribute panel full of question marks gave him the answer.
This cheap teacher of his was about to ascend.
Only one step away from transcendence.