A mage's journey begins with a battle mage.

Chapter 252 Becoming a High-Rank Mage

"What, is it so hard for you to be alive?!"

Jiang Shuzhou walked straight out of the laboratory and questioned him without any politeness.

His status has changed; now he fears no one except the academy dean.

After all, he is a high-level mage.

"Ahem, no, this... is a bit difficult to explain."

"Step back, I'll go explain to Master Navis."

The security guard hesitated, and then a monk behind him spoke up.

"Congratulations! You seem to be alright. You must have successfully advanced to become a high-level mage, right?"

"It's nothing, just a fluke."

Upon hearing this, the monk's lips twitched.

You're quite the actor.

However, he didn't show it on the surface, or rather, that was normal. After all, it would be really strange not to show off after such a major achievement as advancing in rank.

"Well, my name is Campbell, and I'm the head of security at our college."

"You really don't know what just happened?"

Jiang Shuzhou shook his head, indicating that he did not know.

Seeing Jiang Shuzhou's reaction, Campbell didn't keep him in suspense.

"There was a violent outbreak of abyssal pollution and law turmoil here just now, but it came and went quickly, and did not cause any damage."

"At first we thought it was you..."

Campbell didn't continue, but Jiang Shuzhou did learn what happened next.

So the academy suspects I've discovered something terrifying?

How is that possible!

Jiang Shuzhou was always cautious and prudent; even though he was researching the Abyss, he never revealed anything.

Doesn't that prove anything?

"Since you're alright, I'll be going now."

Campbell said goodbye and prepared to leave.

"Wait a minute, you're leaving already?"

Campbell paused, then realized something.

"You've only just been promoted, right? It's my fault too. Actually, what happened just now shows that you have great talent, which is why this situation occurred."

"Were there any voices saying something when you were promoted?"

"You didn't agree, did you?"

Campbell asked.

"No, it'll be gone in a bit."

Jiang Shuzhou answered.

"That's a recruitment from the abyss and its laws. If you agree, the consequences won't be good."

"Fortunately, you didn't agree."

"What will happen if I agree?"

Jiang Shuzhou suddenly became very curious.

"I won't talk about the abyss, as they will definitely be dragged into it. As for the laws, the most common outcome is becoming a god, while the most outrageous outcome is becoming a rare object, or even becoming an existence similar to the consciousness of the laws."

"Anyway, the outcome is not good. Becoming a god is equivalent to becoming a puppet. Becoming a law consciousness means losing the qualification to pursue the truth and can only develop within this one law forever. Becoming a strange object goes without saying."

Campbell answers every question.

"Why isn't it in the library's books?"

Campbell paused for a moment, then spoke.

"Only high-ranking mages are allowed to know this knowledge. If they know it in advance, their curiosity will kill them."

"In this situation, if your thoughts deviate in any way, it will be considered as consent, so you must not let non-high-level mages know about it."

Now Jiang Shuzhou understood. He was indeed very curious about what would happen if he agreed.

If he knew about this, he would inevitably become curious, and a newly materialized soul cannot conceal its thoughts. There is no question of agreement or disagreement; as long as there is a thought, it will immediately come true.

"Alright, Master Navis, I look forward to your promotion banquet. Remember to go to the guild to get certified; there's a surprise waiting for you."

Campbell finished speaking with a smile and then left.

A surprise? What?

Another classic riddle teller.

But whatever the surprise, Jiang Shuzhou still had to go, after all, the alliance was not only a force, but also a platform.

He needs to use this platform to go further, until he becomes a legend.

The Mage Alliance also welcomes anyone who can be promoted to Legendary. After all, the planes of the Astral Plane are endless, and these are all undistributed cakes. Legendary mages need new people to join them and make the cake bigger.

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When Jiang Shuzhou entered the guild, he could feel that the magnificent hall had fallen into silence.

The Mage Guild of Melvoor is quite retro, with countless runes reflecting off the white marble. It has a two-story structure, with a hall on the ground floor where mages come and go.

However, Jiang Shuzhou's arrival clearly changed something.

"Truly, the younger generation is formidable! Master Navier, come here quickly. You've just broken through, and your aura is too heavy, scaring all these people."

The voice came from beside my ear; it was a spiritual exchange.

Following the guidance of his spiritual power, Jiang Shuzhou looked up and saw an old man smiling at him.

Nodding, Jiang Shuzhou went straight up to the second floor.

Everything seemed to begin flowing again, and the silent hall once more became bustling with voices.

"Who was that just now? They scared me to death! I felt like I would have died right here if I had dared to say a single word."

"Who knows? Probably some newly promoted high-level mage. That's terrifying."

"Ha, if it weren't for..."

Following the old man into the office, Jiang Shuzhou glanced around.

It was a typical monk's office, with books scattered everywhere and the desk covered with layers upon layers of paper.

Every mage is like that.

"Haha, I'm sorry you had to see that."

After saying this, the old man smiled slightly, waved his hand, and all the books seemed to have a magical power, walking back to the bookshelf on their own.

"Do you know me?"

"Of course, there are only a few hundred new high-level mages, and even new high-level alchemists in the future. There are only a few dozen in Melvor, so it's hard not to know them."

"My name is Rao, a high-ranking alchemist. It's a pleasure to meet you, Master Navis."

"No, no, me too."

After exchanging pleasantries, the introductions were complete.

"I'm here to get certified as a high-level mage, but I don't know..."

Jiang Shuzhou asked tentatively.

"That's simple, just unleash the Mage's Fire."

Rao was still very kind, but his eyes looked a little strange.

Upon hearing this, Jiang Shuzhou didn't stand on ceremony, and silver flames slowly rose from his palm.

"Excellent! Congratulations, Master Navis, you are the twenty-second person to advance to the advanced level this year."

Rao was very excited, but something seemed a little strange.

"According to regulations, you have been appointed as a diplomat. Please report to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in one week."

"?"

"What does this mean?"

"You can refuse, but listen to me first. Everyone goes through this."

Rao then began his explanation.

Simply put, being promoted to a higher rank is like being promoted from an employee to a partner, with greater freedom. However, Jiang Shuzhou has signed a contract with the alliance, and he is obligated to complete a task.

In principle, this task is actually assigned later, such as in the Holy Land or Legendary realms.

But that would be too inhumane. After all, those in the Holy Realm and those in the Legendary Realm are considered important figures. How could they be assigned to any position arbitrarily? And how could they willingly accept being assigned to any position arbitrarily?

Therefore, after discussion, the alliance usually uses the mission rights when newcomers first reach a high level, so that both sides are considered equal.

After all, forced ownership is not sustainable, and the alliance doesn't want to create a bunch of enemies.

Instead of doing everyone a favor, we can use it now; it will be good for everyone.

Besides, this is precisely when wealth and knowledge are most scarce, so people are less resistant to assigned tasks.

"What about the reward?"

Jiang Shuzhou couldn't help but ask.

"You'll get your share: 500 magic stones a day, plus access to the Central Library."

"How is it?"

"Of course! For the sake of the Mage Alliance, it's my duty!"

Jiang Shuzhou, whose expression had just been rather unpleasant, immediately changed his demeanor.