Chapter 2: The Tower of the Grand Sorcerer

Since time immemorial, the world has operated in this manner

He said, handing the silver plate to the mage behind him, "Please, Master, choose two items."

Moreover, these are clearly foreigners, perhaps gentlemen who are believers, yet they are using Chinese

The old man in the red robe slightly moved his head, glanced up, and replied: "We have never seen the Master, but we have heard descriptions from our predecessors. Any vehicle that appears in the Mage Tower must belong to the Master"

The "Intelligence Scroll" in the air, as expected, changed once again in the mirror

Timothy understood that he was about to leave, and with a sense of regret, he smiled and said, "Please, Master, do visit again."

Chen Yi pinched his thigh hard, contemplating: If this is a dream, I must take it seriously.

The several great mages behind Timothy made one wonder: could it be due to their youth? This master, however, does not seem to embody the solemn wisdom described by the predecessors

His expectations contain too much information

"Please wait a moment, Master." Timothy glanced back and continued, "Since you are not a magician, the scrolls you can use are limited... This type of scroll is not easy to make and is extremely exhausting; you must pay attention to a few details when using it"

Agility Scroll Level 1, increases agility by 1 to 3 points, valued at 180 gold coins

Chen Yi's heart began to thump "bang bang". Although he was not clear about what intelligence points and agility points specifically were, he had a general understanding of gold coins.

As I touch my watch again, the phrase "metal material" surges once more in my mind

The clergy on the other side of the light curtain remained deeply bowed, exuding a sense of solemnity and reverence.

Hmm. Chen Yi emitted the same sound once again

However, only the names of "Energy Recovery Potion", "Stamina Recovery Potion", "Lightness Potion", and "Probiotic Potion" are available, while all other information is completely lacking

For him, verifying facts seemed more important than books, so he only chose the first two items he saw, asking: "How about the Scroll of Wisdom and the Scroll of Perception?"

An arrow indicator is located in the lower right corner of the mirror, click to enter a new page

Worried that Chen Yi might look down on what one has, yet also concerned that what the other party provides may not be good enough

After receiving it, Chen Yi eagerly opened it to take a look, completely disregarding the mages.

... ...

Chen Yi suppressed his curiosity, unable to hide the smile on his face

Chen Yi's gaze swept to the emergency brake door on the right side of the car, and his mood slightly stabilized

What on earth is this thing

Hmm. Chen Yi rotated his neck and said slowly, "What is your name?"

Approximately two to three minutes later, Chen Yicai attempted once again to push against the light curtain on the train door. It vibrated resiliently twice but remained firmly in place.

Intelligence Scroll Level 1, increases intelligence by 1 to 3 points, valued at 200 gold coins

"Certainly," Chen Yi said unabashedly, then hurriedly asked, "How can the scroll be used by others?"

When he smiles, Timothy's classical clerical image completely disappears

The two brief sentences not only explain the use and scope of the scroll but also highlight its preciousness

Timothy's spirit was lifted, and he eagerly inquired: "I wonder what rare items the master has brought for exchange this time?"

Chen Yi was startled, yet he felt much more at ease in his heart

The most exhilarating aspect is that a mysterious world unfolds before oneself

The opportunity that comes once in a hundred years, even with his status, cannot help but make him feel anxious

The other party shouted in unison: "Greetings, Master"

Timothy, not fully understanding the situation, gratefully accepted it and placed it on a silver tray. He then earnestly explained: "The master's generosity makes us feel somewhat ashamed. We should do our utmost to repay it, but the crystal screen left by the previous master has its own rules..."

If it were reality, that would be wonderful

Chen Yi seemed to nod slightly as if he had gained some insight

A small circle of dark thunderclouds gathered half a meter above the guardian, who stared straight ahead, blankly waiting for the shining vertical 'Z' to strike down, resulting in a free explosion hairstyle and a sun-kissed effect

Professor Hu presented him with a collection of examination papers, the symbolic significance of which outweighs its practical importance

The subway also gradually started.

Before they could think it through, Chen Yi continued, "What 'scarce' items does your Holy Qiao Kingdom primarily seek?"

The item feels substantial in hand, and the hollow patterns on the outer ring impart a sense of classical elegance.

It seems that even the lowest level perception scrolls can distinguish the material properties of objects, which should also be the first step in perceiving an object

It does not seem to be a virtual scene

Having the qualifications and abilities to trade with a "Master" is the primary reason why the kingdom can proudly bear the title of "Holy". Timothy immediately responded with a beaming smile: "I believe that the items from the Master will surely be satisfactory. Of course, it would be even better if we could have some materials for crafting scrolls, potions, and weapons. The scroll materials you just gifted us are of good quality, haha"

Chen Yi, recalling the simple introduction he had seen earlier, touched his own clothing, and an idea immediately surfaced in his mind: "Animal fur blended with chemical fibers"

Chen Yixin thought: Why not let it play its role

I am Timothy, the Grand Mage of this Mage Tower Master

... ...

At first glance, the mark appears as if it were made by a laser.

There are a total of three perception scrolls and three intelligence scrolls... gifted to the master. Timothy did not mention the dreary transaction

He turned around and took a glance; the carriage was empty, with no items available for exchange. Instead, he was holding a set of exam papers that he had just received.

Amidst a jumble of chaotic adjectives, he waved his finger, and a bright white light flashed by, revealing a mirror-like screen suspended high in front of the car door mhetushucomcom

Chen Yi, caught in surprise, remained silent for a long time

If it is a dream, then let it be a dream of conquering all. If I sleep long enough, perhaps I will still have time to create a beautiful dream of dominating the world and traversing the globe

Chen Yi gazed enviously at a box floating before him

Chen Yi was reluctant to think further and quickly continued to read. The new pages presented different content, revealing only the title and a brief introduction at the top, such as "Resilience Scroll," "Listening Scroll," "Dispelling Scroll," and so on.

Two light red and two bright red scrolls are neatly arranged in the compartments of the box

Since the two parties have not met before, asking for names is not a problem

The scroll shattered with a loud bang, and even the two characters "perception" on the ribbon exploded into smoke, instantly enveloping the entire body

Ordinary examination paper possesses good quality

Upon closer inspection, the scene here is no different from that behind, with a space so vast it is beyond imagination. In other words, the expansive area that Chen Yi had just perceived was merely half of this building.

Chen Yijian, feeling delighted, said: "Thank you, Master, please stay a moment"

Chen Yi does not care about the amount, nodding repeatedly

The mage was still earnestly explaining, while Chen Yi observed for a while. He extended his right hand, grasped a light red perception scroll, and with a strong tug, pulled down the ribbon on it.

The light flashed and vanished, a tingling sensation of comfort coursed through his body. Chen Yi squinted his eyes, noticing that the area at the base of his right thumb had been marked with a symbol resembling the characters "perception".

Intelligence Scroll Level 3, increases intelligence by 9 to 18 points, valued at 1800 gold coins

As he tore off the scroll, he cast a spell on the released one... Timothy said, his fingers swirling in the air twice before suddenly pointing at a guard near the statue

Chen Yi felt much more at ease, yet at the same time wondered: Is this Kingdom of Saint Qiao reminiscent of the ancient times when people lived by raw flesh and blood, to the extent that there is not even a piece of paper?

Chen Yi looked at them with a puzzled gaze. Dozens of elderly men dressed in luxurious long robes were lined up neatly in front of him, their similar postures and rituals creating a truly oppressive atmosphere

Master

The mirror, measuring over one meter in length and width, flickered twice, and to my astonishment, a series of images, texts, and numbers appeared, as if by the magic of a computer

They resemble scrolls that have been cut in half, or magazines that have been rolled up after being halved, inscribed with special characters. Between the clear and blurred strokes, transparent dark patterns flow, tightly bound in the middle with a ribbon

If it is true

Chen Yi tentatively said: "Hello to you all"

Intelligence Scroll Level 2, increases intelligence by 4 to 8 points, valued at 600 gold coins

A certain red-robed mage, in mid-air, circled his finger while muttering incantations. The floating box flew into the carriage, obstructing Chen Yi's light barrier, yet it did not prevent the penetration of objects.

Chen Yi appeared fatigued, while Timothy understood the situation: "The trading rules left by the previous generation of mages stipulate that we must provide different items based on varying conditions. Please, Master, choose two available options."

The first row of the mirror is inscribed with the two characters "卷轴" (Scroll), and the next line features the bold and vigorous characters "智力卷轴" (Intelligence Scroll), showcasing a style reminiscent of master calligraphers, leaving one in awe.

A brief statement instantly eliminated the risk

The subway door light began to flash, yet the door did not close immediately

Yet, one does not know what is particularly special about the second and third levels

Timothy did not need to look; he could determine from the magical fluctuations that: "Perception Scroll Level 1, usable for 30 minutes"

The scrolls used by wizards differ slightly from the unrestricted scrolls available to ordinary people. Over the years, the latter has often been overlooked, yet its value has instead increased

I do not know how many pages I have turned, but I have started to see items with the suffix "potion".

The differences in the levels of scrolls are significant; therefore, only the names are mentioned, without reference to their levels

Agility Scroll Level 2, increases agility by 4 to 8 points, valued at 540 gold coins

In fact, he knows nothing at all

That somewhat respectful and humble tone, similar to many he had encountered before, was a greeting from the subordinate to the superior, reminiscent of the scene when grandfather convened a family meeting

Timothy, discerning the subtle intention behind the music, immediately continued: "Since the departure of the last master, in accordance with the edicts of our predecessors, we have been diligently collecting various items, awaiting the arrival of a new master to offer them, filled with both trepidation and joy..."

His polite remarks are delivered with great fluency, a talent that is innate.

The characters continuously transformed, featuring both alphabetic scripts and pictographs, until Chinese appeared. Chen Yi had yet to speak, and the changes abruptly came to a halt

Chen Yi did not think much, but he understood that the respect shown by the other party was still based on the principle of equivalent exchange, much like the tribute paid by vassal states in ancient China. Apart from being politically pleasing, it was at least economically equal.

Chen Yi cares a lot, yet is also quite indifferent

So I threw it over and said, "This thing has been with me for some time... well, since it's our first meeting, I'll give it to you."

The color of the scrolls was standardized several hundred years ago. You may notice that light red represents level 1 scrolls, while bright red indicates level 2 scrolls. Additionally, there are dark red level 3 scrolls and light yellow level 4 scrolls. Scrolls of levels 7 to 9 are green, and those from level 10 to 12 are blue. The higher the level, the greater the cost increases exponentially. Timothy does not care about Chen Yi's personal strength; whoever can provide scarce resources and control magical vehicles is considered a "master". Scrolls of levels 7 to 9 are green, and those from level 10 to 12 are blue. The higher the level, the greater the cost increases exponentially. Timothy does not care about Chen Yi's personal strength; whoever can provide scarce resources and control magical vehicles is considered a "master".

Due to the strange phenomenon, Chen Yi, still somewhat calm, asked, "Do you know me?"

Chen Yi was unaware of how much time he had, and without the luxury to examine it closely, he turned the page again

Perception Level 1

A group of mages, with ceremonial gestures, bowed in unison: "We respectfully send off the master"