Chapter 73 - I'm So Tired

Just as Kang De had guessed.

The ability to extract elements could also be used in magic.

Or rather, the elements extracted from the formed magic were even purer and more condensed.

Perhaps it was because the process of spell shaping was exquisite…

However, to Kang De, compared to using it to extract purer high-quality elements, the greater use of this ability was the result of “elimination magic”.

This meant that he could punch the heads of the spellcasters like a certain hot-headed youth.

However, there was still a huge difference.

The youth only needed to stretch out his right hand to block. It was completely an epic buff that had been fixed in his hand. Moreover, it was permanently passive and did not need any method or technique to activate.

On the other hand, Kang De needed a large amount of practice and stronger reaction speed. He even needed to have a certain understanding and comprehension of the corresponding magic school. Only then could he reach out and erase the huge fireball shot by the other party. Otherwise, he would be burned to death by the incoming fireball.

Tsk, how troublesome.

A large amount of practice was the easiest problem to resolve—then a large amount of practice was fine.

His reaction speed and physical fitness were also easy to resolve. He had eaten a large number of crystals on the island, and his physical fitness was already strong enough to compete with a knight like Cleveland who had strengthened his battle aura. In online terms, he walked the body-tempering path.

Moreover, there were also things like battle aura and martial arts in the other world. If there was really no other way, he could return to the Holy Seal Islands to farm black beasts. Moreover, there were also alchemy potions like strength potions in the other world. There were many ways.

He had an understanding of the corresponding magic school. This was a problem that could not be solved for the time being. Tina claimed that she was not a good teacher, but she promised to use the Tedrell family’s connections to help Kang De find a master alchemist to teach him. He needed to systematically learn enchantment techniques. Of course, he also had to learn his understanding of elemental power.

He could not be anxious about practicing and growing step by step.

It was useless to be anxious.

However, this did not mean that Kang De could not take another path.

“For example, you have the Fire Chaser Round Shield,” Tina said. “According to the attack mechanism, the conventional form-shaping spells of the elemental category can be divided into bullets, balls, rays, wide area, breath, and so on. If the other party is shooting a fire bullet, you can use the round shield to block it.”

“If it’s a breath spell like Flame Spray, you can first use the Fire Chaser Round Shield to block it and carefully decompose it… It’s probably like this.”

Kang De nodded.

“This ability is actually very powerful… because it’s unknown.”

The princess continued, “To keep a secret as a trump card means that the mage who’s your enemy doesn’t know your background or ability. However, you can shatter his magic at the critical moment and seize the fleeting chance to win and resolve the battle in the blink of an eye.”

She gave another example, “For example, the last defense line of a mage, the Arcane Shield. Before the shield is shattered, a mage can cast spells without worry, and you might be able to make their tough shield lose its effect for an instant and seize this perfect opportunity to defeat a powerful spellcaster.”

Kang De listened seriously and kept nodding.

Although he understood the “fantasy world” better, the experience he had obtained from online novels and fantasy games was all fabricated by the author. In comparison, the opinion of the otherworldly people was more reliable.

Tina sighed. “Unfortunately, I’m not an outstanding spellcaster or a good magic teacher. Kang De, not only do you need a powerful alchemist as a mentor, but you also need an upright and reliable powerful spellcaster as your magic consultant.”

“The former can be found in the capital, but the latter is very difficult. This is because you have to keep this secret and not let too many people know…”

She thought for a moment and revealed a difficult expression. Then, she said, “It’s easy to find powerful spellcasters, but it’s difficult to find reliable allies. If you want me to find them, I can only find them in the Goethe Legal Department…”

“But you can only come to Goethe after the war ends. There’s a war going on now…”

When Kang De heard this, his heart stirred.

He looked at the girl in front of him and asked, “Do you want me to help you fight?”

Similar to Tina, Kang De sometimes liked to be straightforward.

The princess clearly did not expect Kang De to ask this most subtle question and panicked.

She thought of the image she had seen on the tablet that day.

In a city made of steel, war weapons made of steel spat out flames and poured death. The world collapsed from explosions, explosions, and more explosions. It was pure violent destruction and killing.

If Goethe obtained that power, would they still be afraid of the elves?

No, at that time, it would be the entire world’s turn to be afraid of Goethe.

In the depths of her heart, she yearned for Kang De to help her. It was not only because of the powerful strength of that civilization, but also the Fire Thief inheritance that Kang De had obtained… Now, it had already displayed countless possibilities.

However, if he answered “yes”, would it seem that their interaction these few days was a little… ulterior?

The kindness she revealed was even a little deliberately respectful and polite, even a little fawning.

Even she did not know why she was so enthusiastic about Kang De’s matter. Was it because of the power he grasped, his own body, or…? She did not know which mood was more intense.

Tina did not know how to answer.

She looked up into Kang De’s eyes.

His expression was calm, his eyes calm, and his question was straightforward.

Then she should do the same.

The girl slowly exhaled and said softly, “My country is at war and is at a disadvantage. As we speak, we might lose our brave citizens. Under such circumstances, as a member of the Tedrell family, I have to unite and fight for all the power that can help us.”

“If you ask me if I want your help, my answer is, of course, I need all the power that can help Goethe, let alone a power like Kang De that can’t be ignored and has endless potential.”

Kang De waited for her to continue.

“But if you ask me if I’ll invite you to join the war between the elves and Goethe now, my answer is no. If you ask me if my previous actions were to please and rope you in so that I could ask you to join the war between the elves and Goethe, I’ll say that no, it’s not like that.”

“I’m only repaying you, including recommending a master alchemist to you. It’s all to repay you for your efforts in helping us defeat the elves previously. That’s all.”

“Therefore, please don’t worry and hesitate. You deserve these. They’re all our thank-you gifts.”

Tina chuckled and said, “Of course, if you want to treat it as our goodwill and investment, we’ll welcome it very much. I’m helping Goethe rope in a promising alchemist. When you’re successful and world-renowned, as long as you’re slightly biased, we’ll make a killing.”

That was what the girl said.

His gaze was calm and did not dodge.

As an Earthling who often lied and tested with his mother, Kang De could roughly tell Tina’s thoughts and intentions. She was not lying.

Or rather, it was just another way of saying it.

The art of language… obtained a good impression in this way and silently achieved his goal.

This method was not annoying.

“I only hope that Kang De can make a choice based on his own thoughts and not be hindered by favors. He can really use his eyes to confirm who is worthy of help and who is the righteous side… Perhaps my thoughts are a little naive. I keep feeling that this world is right and wrong. I know this thought is very naive, but… I still can’t change my mind.”

Tina smiled. “Perhaps it’s because I haven’t experienced anything that’s enough to make me wake up and grow.”

Kang De opened his mouth.

He wanted to say something, but he did not know what to say.

Actually, his thoughts were similar to Tina’s… He always hoped that there was so-called justice and morality in the world, but the things he understood and saw all indicated the naivety and ridiculousness of this thought. However, he was still persistent and willing to believe it.

“Alright, alright. The topic has become heavy again. Seriously.”

Tina made a face. “Actually, when we found the crimson scroll from the Holy Seal Islands, things became much better. If we discover such a thing, the continent will be shocked. Perhaps we can stop the war. Everyone, sit together and discuss the crisis regarding the curtain… so it’s fine.”

She smiled and said, “Perhaps it won’t be long before I can invite Kang De to my house as a guest.”

“However, before that, let’s go to the capital together. You can learn your skills, and I’ll give a speech. I’ll fight for my country. As for Kang De, you’ll make yourself stronger first and gain a foothold in the capital. You can even obtain your own reputation and status. Let everything go according to plan. Everything will become better, right?”

Infected by her smile, Kang De smiled too.

Yes, that was indeed the case.

He would first become stronger and do his own thing.

After figuring out what the curtain was, he broke through the white fog and left the district to see what was happening outside.

Even if he wanted to help Tina, he had to become stronger first, right?

He was only alone now. The resources in the district could allow him to live without worry, but he was still far from participating in the war between the two countries. He still had a long way to go.

Kang De nodded and said, “You’re right. We can’t bite off more than we can chew. We have to take it one step at a time.”

Tina smiled and encouraged him, “Yes, yes, all the best.”

Therefore, Kang De stood up. “Now, I have to train my reaction speed and that magic can be extracted. So what if it’s the battle aura? Ah, eat first. I’ll go find Cleveland.”

Tina: “!!!”

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