Chapter 10: Special Training

Upon seeing that Dink had stored the book "Elementary Magic," I kindly reminded him: "This student, understanding some magical skills can indeed help improve a warrior's overall quality, but without any magical power within, you must not attempt to use magic!"

Indeed

However, when he caught sight of the lily badge on the other person's chest, he felt a sense of relief. This badge was specially awarded by the Mage Guild to distinguished professors, and it was said that these individuals possessed exceptional skills in magic, receiving royal treatment wherever they went

However, these thoughts did not last long, and Ding Ke began to satisfy his insatiable thirst for knowledge

After the Metal Maniac left, the big man quickly tore off the protective gear he had just put on, and the joints of his fingers made a series of crisp cracking sounds

"One cannot say that either. History will remember you." A rare smile appeared on Batty's serious face

Oh, hurry and go to class! I won't take up any more of your time. I have heard that Mr. Batty over there is quite ruthless when it comes to punishing people

Ding Ke smiled and said: "I see you are trying to combine two magical light spheres, may I ask why?"

"When did I say I wanted you to be my sparring partner?" Barty frowned, "Today everyone practices on their own and can choose their opponents freely"

Shouldn't such promising individuals be the focus of attention for various countries? Why would they choose to remain at the university? Ding Ke cannot comprehend the thoughts of these individuals and can only mutter to himself: studying has ruined their minds

"I wish you happiness as well!" Ding Ke said mechanically, yet he was pondering what the other person truly meant. Isn't the first page just filled with meaningless drivel? What kind of reasoning could possibly come from it? He really is just a bookworm!

Oh no! My drowsiness vanished in an instant as I anxiously gazed at that serious face

Preparing for assessments is important, but one must also balance work and rest. Teacher Batty said this lightly, then hurried towards the combat training room

Why is it necessary to guide both water spheres simultaneously

Dink, follow me

"Scoundrel!" Ronaldo exclaimed emphatically.

"Your drool is falling down," Murphy said timidly, twisting his body, clearly afraid that Dink would hit him again, as that sensation was indeed quite unpleasant

"You are right! You speak well!" the old wizard clapped his hands and said, "Aha! Acting without regard for the other person's status, only speaking reason, only relying on conscience, who could be more sincere than you? Young man, you are quite impressive"

What? Dink didn't react.

Of course there is! Because you have passed the test

When returning the book, Dink discovered that the duty-bound magic teacher was still studying his magic, seemingly making little progress. Dink could not help but interrupt him

Dink did not expect this old gentleman to be so easy to talk to; he originally thought that the other party would not give him a good face due to the interruption caused by the magic.

How? Oh, you can't be that dead... oh, that chubby classmate! But you are not fat at all! The old wizard did not mention the dead fat person.

Indeed, the manifestation of hostility is simply impossible. Perhaps there is some anomaly with the enchanted equipment developed by that old fellow

As a friend, oh, I hope to have the honor of being friends with someone like you

Ah! I'm going to be late! He suddenly realized this. Thus, he also rushed off, nearly tripping over a chair in the aisle

Dink did not return to the dormitory, but went directly to the library

What is this? Ding Ke was startled; the page he turned to was densely filled with text.

The only gift my father left me. He was a mercenary, and it contains many accounts of real combat experiences, many of which are his personal insights. Although they may not be entirely accurate, they are certainly worth referencing. I hope they can assist you

Ding Ke reflexively replied: "Students are strictly prohibited from participating in gambling; violators will be expelled from school"

Indeed, in this world, there is no profession more costly in terms of money spent on books and materials than that of a magician. To say nothing of other expenses, just the equipment needed to enhance the effectiveness of spellcasting requires a substantial financial backing. Especially the magical crystals, which are consumables that are hard to come by, coupled with the complicated processing, make them even more valuable.

Teacher Batty ... ... Dink looked at this familiar yet unfamiliar man, unsure of what to say

It was still the same position as before. After sitting down, Ding Ke opened the first page as instructed and began to read it with great seriousness

You misunderstood! It is actually just to test the possibility of a duel between magic and fighting spirit

"Damn it, I've become someone else's tool for making money! I can't gain any benefit myself," Ding Ke muttered in frustration

Then am I not bound to lose for sure? ! '' Ding Ke widened his eyes

Not! ''

Oh, indeed it is far too little! However, now that there is confidence, this amount is far from sufficient and should be promptly increased. Yes, a total of five thousand gold coins would be appropriate." The old wizard clearly misunderstood Dink's intention and quickly added.

Twenty

Nonsense! Ding Ke stared wide-eyed, as if to demonstrate through his actions: Do I look like I'm asleep?

On duty is an elderly wizard, a short-statured individual cloaked in a gray wizard's robe, complete with a long hood at the back. This inevitably evokes images of learned figures from ancient times. In distant eras, those wise minds often remained concealed within such attire

I do not wish to be a martyr! Yet those malevolent researchers are revered as pioneers or founders of certain achievements. Hmph, honor is inscribed by life, just as the brilliant crown of the emperor is adorned with the heads of the deceased.

Oh? Is this how one can train mental strength

The result is feasible. So, will the lab mouse continue to play the role of a lab mouse?" Ding Ke said sarcastically

The old wizard shook his head: "It is merely a matter of enlarging the arena, allowing the wizards sufficient time to channel their magic"

I do not know the specifics, but this gentleman never engages in unprofitable transactions, so it is unlikely that he would undertake a battle without confidence

He actually hoped that this gentleman would scold him as usual, and then punish him by making him run dozens of laps in the square to settle the matter

However, seeing Ronaldo chuckling to himself, the big man couldn't help but secretly regret that they should have each offered a gold coin as compensation, allowing that brat Salona to take on the task directly.

It is finished; it seems that this assessment cannot be passed. Ding Ke hung his head, resembling a defeated rooster.

The old wizard appeared to be full of confidence. This confidence evidently stemmed from a particular trust, or rather, experience

I hope you hurry up and memorize it!" Barty waved his fist

Ding Ke did not doubt the methods of the Iron Man in tormenting others, yet he did not harbor any resentment; for the first time, Barty's figure grew larger in his heart.

The morning class is a swordsmanship lesson, which does not interest Dingke much. In class, the teacher discusses only techniques and theories, without any corresponding support from fighting energy. He could barely manage against street thugs, but if he were to encounter an opponent clad in armor, he would stand no chance of victory. Of course, if fighting energy were to be incorporated, even a little would be enough to severely injure an unsuspecting opponent.

Training mental strength for the control of magic

Is magic still capable of being played this way? Dink was slightly surprised

As a friend, I must remind you that although you possess great power capable of materializing anger, you should still exercise caution when dealing with wizards. For the sake of fairness, the rules of the assessment may be revised

What? One thousand gold coins! Dink truly realized how wealthy a magician can be

In the meditation room of the classroom, Barty and Dink sat cross-legged on the floor. Dink felt puzzled; ever since Barty had invited him in, he had remained silent, instead sitting quietly without revealing what he was thinking or what they were going to do next

Is there a second one called m.hetushu.com?" Barty raised his voice

Murphy began to put on protective gear while speaking

He stretched lazily and suddenly discovered that Teacher Barty, wrapped in dark purple armor, was staring at him

"Others all think this way," the old wizard said, shrugging his shoulders

Do you think I am the kind of person who enjoys joking with others

"And what about you?" Ding Ke asked

Just say it directly! When did this metal man even start to understand psychological warfare

Oh, I apologize! Have you finished reading?" The wizard glanced at the magical timer on the wall and said, "Take every word in the book seriously, and you will gain more.

Ronaldo was about to feel pleased when he noticed that his eyes fell upon himself, and he was startled. He looked around and found that there were exactly three people left, an odd number! This meant that either he or Salong would have to become the punching bag for this guy. He quickly whispered to Salong beside him, "Five gold coins, you handle him!"

Hooray! Everyone cheer up. Self-training means you can find someone to practice with, especially those you have always wanted to teach a lesson to, and you need not worry about the other party backing out, nor about being dealt with by the school as a fight.

Fortunately, he discovered that although Dink could skillfully change hand seals, there were no lightning elements gathering around. Otherwise, he would definitely have found a way to interrupt him. Using such magic in the library would cause significant trouble

"DINK! Article 7 of the Santander College Code!" the old wizard exclaimed

Your insight is quite good. What a pity! The old wizard scrutinized the young warrior before him

Is that the Metal Maniac? He must be dreaming! Murphy touched his head, his eyes filled with confusion. Ouch, that hurts! Damn it... Oh, boss, what made you think of testing the brother's muscles?

After two hours, the lengthy theoretical knowledge finally came to an end. The teacher announced a transition to the combat classroom, and the noise finally roused the sleeping Dingke.

Okay

"Boss, have you fallen asleep again?" Murphy said, rubbing his sore arm.

In his view, competitions are all about strength. Unless that guy convinces the participating wizards to deliberately lose to him in order to win the prize money. However, the bookmakers behind the scenes are not three-year-old children; they understand the ways of making money better than anyone else. Would they willingly put their money into this old gentleman's pocket? The answer is clearly no.

Is it that the colleague is manipulating two spells

After signing his name, Dink explained his purpose for coming, asking him to help find the book that was left at the front desk yesterday

Recently, I have been exercising more, and in addition, due to the need to cope with assessments, I have been so busy that I hardly have time to eat, which naturally leads to weight loss. Dink felt that this old wizard was quite to his liking, so he started joking with him

Forget it

Oh, please sign first," said the old wizard as he took out a pen and handed it to Dink.

There is no question of confidence; I only trust Mr. Harvey Porter's keen judgment

He turned around to seek the opinions of his companions, only to find that both the unscrupulous merchant and the brewer had vanished without a trace

Uh... being addressed this way by the other party, Ding Ke felt somewhat embarrassed. He certainly took into account Juliet's status, but it seemed that there was no way to resolve the grievances between them now

Indeed, otherwise, if they had used poison or hypnosis from the very beginning, do you think there would still be a chance

The classmates nearby, who had previously used the large figure as a sparring partner under the teacher's "guidance," instinctively took two steps back, quickly found acquaintances, and began practicing together.

It is that enchanted heavy armor

Not worth mentioning! Since it is not a matter of life and death, why cause a loss of life

Hmm. Ding Ke lowered his head, fully aware that at this moment, silence was the best response. Of course, silence was like a volcano, showing no outward reaction while molten lava churned within.

The old magician laughed heartily, spreading his hands and the books before him, and said: "Isn't this the end of it! Moreover, to prevent cheating, participants are prohibited from placing bets. Once it is discovered that a participant has engaged in betting, all will be confiscated and added to the national treasury. Do not harbor any thoughts of luck!"

First of all, I would like to express my admiration for your bravery! As a member of the Kingdom of Ryan, Morel wishes to thank you for saving our princess." As he spoke, he placed his hand on his chest and bowed deeply to Dink, which is the etiquette of the Kingdom of Ryan

Dink shook his head

I hope those fellows truly achieve justice and fairness said the old wizard with a murmur

Upon hearing Dink's chant, the old wizard's murky gaze flickered with a hint of surprise and doubt. He certainly knew that this was the most powerful spell of the third tier of the lightning system, "Hell Lightning," whose incantation was lengthy and repetitive, and the corresponding hand gestures were quite difficult.

Ding Ke was taken aback, realizing that the other two were snickering. ... He wiped his mouth, and indeed, he was drooling ...

Dink hung his head and followed Barty out of the combat training room

"Only a genius would like your ugly bulk!" Dink tiptoed and shouted loudly into Murphy's ear, "I was just checking if I was still dreaming. Hmm... since you're shouting so loudly, it seems to be real. Could it be that after losing weight, one's charm would increase exponentially?!"

Indeed, upon reading the first sentence, he began to feel a sense of dread. However, upon reflection, he reassured himself that he was perfectly fine, thus becoming even more convinced that he was the kind of genius spoken of in legends, destined to dominate the continent in the future. He then began to indulge in his fantasies

This is more like it. We are all brothers; when you are hurt, it pains my heart

Am I?

Whenever he thought of that fierce princess, Ding Ke's mind did not conjure the image of her charging at him with a heavy sword, but rather involuntarily recalled the scene just before he fainted. That soft and resilient sensation made him unconsciously move his fingers.

Is the boss shy as well? Murphy appeared very puzzled

Reformulate

Ding Ke read the entire book in one go, memorizing all the magical spells thoroughly. In the final chapter, the author listed the names of various spells together and created a table to compare the different types of magic.

After watching for a while, Ding Ke finally grew impatient and gently tapped the table, risking a reprimand. He knew that such old men were usually eccentric and very difficult to deal with

How to explain this? Ding Ke thought, what does this have to do with that old man's judgment?

Hmm! Ding Ke nodded, but he tried to avoid the other person's gaze. Yet, he cursed inwardly: There is nothing particularly meaningful, it sounds nice, but isn't this torment enough? Stammering like a woman, there must be something they want to ask me.

"Being a warrior is also a very promising profession! I take pride in it!" Ding Ke looked at his warrior uniform.

Deal! Ronaldo gritted his teeth

At this moment, the bell of the clock tower rang, signaling the imminent start of classes. As long as there is no intention to skip class, ten minutes is sufficient for students to rush to the classroom from any corner.

"Don't be so self-important!" Batty waved his fist, but he was far from his usual imposing self. Finally, he abandoned this intimidating behavior and said in a low voice, "I don't like those arrogant wizards, and I certainly don't want you, you fatso, helping your classmates cheat in class anymore! Therefore, you must win, hurry back to your hometown, and never let me see you again!"

I do not know," the old wizard shook his head helplessly, yet a strange smile appeared on his face, "but I have bet 1,000 gold coins on your victory!

When Murphy arrived at the classroom, everyone was already standing in line. He was well aware of what was about to happen, so he simply walked up to Teacher Buddy and said: "In order to make up for the learning opportunities lost due to my tardiness and the impact on your teaching mood, I am willing to continue serving as your practice partner, so that the students can clearly see the techniques you are teaching and then engage in practical exercises"

Was that piece of bluestone floor you shattered yesterday

Do you know what it specifically is

I haven't offended him!" Ding Ke muttered. He did not expect that he had actually become the subject of someone else's experiment

As students, one should show the appropriate respect to teachers, even though this old gentleman is indeed not very likable. The old wizard smiled and continued, "In fact, Dean Harvey Potter is a good teacher; he is passionate about the innovation of magic and is eager to share his experiences with others. I heard that the new set of enchanted equipment he developed, which can rapidly activate magic arrays using fighting spirit, has been given to a student from your warrior department. It took him over a decade of effort, but it seems he did not achieve the expected results, and he has locked himself in the laboratory again.

In the name of the myriad elements of heaven and earth, summon the thunder from hell, harness the power of the lightning from the underworld for my command, and dance amidst the blue flames and white light

His hair is gray not due to old age, but rather as a result of years of mental toil. His eyes appear slightly cloudy, yet occasionally burst forth with a piercing brilliance. His white eyebrows are particularly thick, resembling two snow-capped peaks. His beard still displays an oily black hue, cascading down to his chest. His emaciated face is covered with deep wrinkles, and the entire contour is distinctive, with sharp angles, presenting the image of a wise man skilled in mental labor.

DINK (Dual Income, No Kids)

For example, the healing spell in light magic perfectly counters the weakening spell in dark magic, and similarly, the swift step in wind magic can effectively counter the slowing spell in dark magic

It is merely a conjecture from an ancient sorcerer, something to play with when bored. Still, it is impossible to guide two water orbs simultaneously

Because it is a small class, all the students are from the same group, so there is no need to worry about being reported by strangers. Before long, Ding Ke fell asleep with his head on the desk. His three roommates, of course, knew that he had not returned all night, so they reminded the students in front to sit up straight to block him.

I sincerely apologize, as I suddenly thought of a question and couldn't wait to seek an answer. Ding Ke said with a smile, presenting the relevant proof. He knew that these old scholars generally prefer eager young learners, and leaving a good impression is never a bad thing

Confidence is also the key to success. A strong mental fortitude stems from unwavering confidence. For instance, when we recite spells and perform gestures, we are mobilizing our body and mind, providing self-suggestion, and then quickly unleashing our potential to wield magic. When mental strength is sufficiently robust, even relatively simple magic can be executed with ease

Then you still ... ... " Dink did not continue, as he still felt fear towards Barty

"Sir! Thank you for having such confidence in me, but I am afraid I will disappoint you this time." Ding Ke felt that if the rules were really changed, he would truly have no hope of winning.

Eight gold coins! I will take a small loss.

Those referees have all been bribed

The old wizard was momentarily taken aback, but soon regained his composure and said, "The answer is on the first page; just pay attention to it. Well, I won't disturb your reading time any longer. I wish you a pleasant experience." After saying this, his gaze fell upon the parchment scroll beside him.

For a long time, magic has suppressed fighting spirit, and it seems that mages are therefore regarded as being a notch above warriors. I need not elaborate on this, as you are likely already aware. However, it is well known that in actual combat, if a warrior seizes the initiative, a mage has no chance whatsoever.

The old wizard clearly understood something and comforted, "Oh, please don't misunderstand, not everyone can cast magic instantaneously. At least, apart from Dean Harvey Potter, no one has been able to achieve such speed, and he did so with the aid of enchanted items. By the way, I heard him mention that he developed a magic array triggered by fighting spirit, which reportedly has quite good effects. Perhaps after improvements, it could truly overturn the power dynamics between wizards and warriors"

What about the two before?" Salong frowned slightly and reminded, "In class!"

Is this related to the assessment

Oh! Ding Ke thought, it seems that he cannot escape punishment for sleeping in class after all. Barty is still the same Barty, the heart of the metal man is forever cold

Suddenly, he remembered something and rushed out.

I know this

Fortunately, Dingke never snores while sleeping in class; otherwise, they would be powerless. Of course, the task of taking notes still needed to be completed, so once again, they drew lots, and the burden fell on the tall Murphy. However, this gentleman was not inflexible and successfully transferred this arduous task for the price of two gold coins

"Your history has not been in vain! Since you enjoy reading, memorize this for me," Barti shouted, shoving the thick notebook into Dink's hands

"Then hurry up! If there is anything you do not understand, quickly ask me. Do not let me find out that you are slacking off, or else... hmph..." As he spoke, he stood up and left.

Fifteen

The old magician spoke quite openly about sex, and did not cease his discourse simply because he was addressing a warrior. He stated, "Mental strength and comprehension play a decisive role in the application of magic. Comprehension is innate, and we cannot change it, while mental strength requires effort developed over time. It is generally believed that there are no shortcuts to enhancing mental strength; however, this scroll presents a possibility."

Oh, I apologize. I didn't expect anyone to come at this hour. I momentarily lost my focus," said the elderly wizard, wiping the sweat from his brow as he retracted his magic

"In that case... I should place my bet quickly as well?" Dink said somewhat self-deprecatingly, "Hey, I didn't know I had the honor of being regarded so highly by an old... oh, an elder." Dink had intended to say 'old fox,' but thought it too disrespectful and swallowed the words back.

I... well, actually, there is no particular reason for calling you here

Upon hearing that it was the individual who provided enchanted heavy armor to Juliet to confront him, Dink could not help but feel a surge of anger. He coldly remarked, "I hope the wizards can tolerate this gentleman and do not consider him a traitor"

That is also my honor, Mr. Magician

The old wizard suddenly sighed: "It is a pity that the Thunder God did not bestow upon you his power, otherwise..." He did not continue, merely gazing regretfully at the warrior before him

At this moment, his gaze was fixed on a parchment scroll. He quickly recited incantations, his withered hands constantly changing gestures, while two blue points of light, the size of grains of rice, shifted positions in rhythm with his fingers, resembling two little sprites dancing at his fingertips

Ten

"Buy me to win? Are you joking with me?" Ding Ke felt that his mind was completely unable to keep up.

Why? Ding Ke felt somewhat baffled and looked at the other person with suspicion

Although unwilling, Ding Ke still spoke frankly. He added, "Since that is the case, what is there to compare? It would be better to simply admit defeat."

Just as he hid behind Salong to watch the show, he overheard his henchmen discussing business with the other party

"See you later!" Ding Ke greeted and hurried towards the teaching building

Imagine, in a duel between a magician and a warrior, if one were to be defeated instantly, it would lose all significance. However, I have heard that the casinos outside are very interested in the duels between magicians and warriors, and have specifically opened betting lines. Our esteemed dean, in order to raise more funds for magical research, has agreed to revise the rules of the game

He smiled faintly, demonstrating his theory through action. A blue water sphere, the size of a fist, appeared in his hand, spinning rapidly, its azure glow illuminating his face, while the swirling air currents tousled his hair.

The wealthy! What is a wealthy person? This is what is called a wealthy person! Spending lavishly! Ding Ke shouted in his heart

"He entrusted me with 10,000 gold coins to buy your victory!" the sorcerer said enigmatically