Chapter 11: Three New Spirit Rune Plates

Chapter 11: Three New Spirit Rune Plates

Mù Xīng steadied himself and introduced himself, "I used to be a professor at the Biochemistry - Pharmaceutical Laboratory Group B of the Central Laboratory on the main planet. I have knowledge of all the pharmaceuticals on the market, and I can produce the majority of them.

Furthermore, I can also manufacture banned drugs or biological weapons.

The core of the biological bomb that was deployed in the dark sector of the border planet six years ago was developed by the laboratory I was in.

Whatever kind of pharmaceutical you need, I can produce it for you, even if you require mind-control substances, I can do that too."

With each word Mù Xīng spoke, Philip, who was standing behind Cang Cheng, felt a chill run down his spine, his hair bristling.

Being able to make pharmaceuticals is one thing, but what about the rest?

Banned drugs, biological weapons, and mind control?

This seemingly quiet and gloomy alchemist turned out to be a full-fledged terrorist?

When did Luo Ri Star acquire such a dangerous individual?

Why didn’t anyone know about this?

This was truly terrifying.

Philip felt a wave of fear.

After a brief pause, Cang Cheng stood up from his seat.

He walked over to Mù Xīng.

Cang Cheng wasn’t taller than Mù Xīng, nor was he more robust, but merely standing in front of Mù Xīng, he intimidated him.

"Impressive resume, but… that was in the past."

Cang Cheng’s gaze paused briefly on Mù Xīng’s chest, where an Awakened’s spirit core is located.

Mù Xīng once had a B-grade spirit core, but it was removed a little over five years ago. So now, Mù Xīng is just an ordinary person, albeit one with extensive knowledge.

And what the former B-grade Awakened Mù Xīng could do, the current Mù Xīng cannot fully achieve.

Cang Cheng shifted his tone, "But, I can give you an opportunity."

The situation took a turn, and Mù Xīng's heartbeat quickened.

He wondered, what would Cang Cheng have him do?

Having been treated as a useless ornament, lying low and enduring silently until now, how would Cang Cheng announce his presence? Would he deploy biochemical weapons on a planet to declare his existence?

Or perhaps, was he planning to control the emperor's mind and have him declared king?

Or maybe… he intended to stir up more chaos in the Canglan Star Region to vent his long-standing frustration over being ignored?

Mù Xīng couldn't do any of that now, but he could create something similar to earn Cang Cheng's trust.

So… Your Highness Cang Cheng, what do you want?

Mù Xīng felt both anticipation and eagerness to give it a try.

Cang Cheng rummaged in his pocket and pulled out a palm-sized mutated potato, which he had casually dug up near the Central Mansion.

The mutated potato had grown facial features and would let out a sharp 'Ah!' if touched. It tasted like sand, completely lacking the texture of a regular potato.

Under everyone's gaze, Cang Cheng placed the mutated potato in Mù Xīng's palm.

"Ah!"

The mutated potato let out a miserable cry.

Mù Xīng furrowed his brow and instinctively squeezed the mutated potato.

The potato continued to cry out, "Ah!"

After a moment's hesitation, Mù Xīng speculated, "You want me to… turn this into a biochemical weapon?"

"No," Cang Cheng shook his head, his eyes crinkling in a smile, "If you can make it delicious, I'll believe in your abilities. Then we can move forward with further cooperation. How does that sound?"

Hmm?

Behind the thick lenses, Mu Xing blinked.

He didn’t need to make a biochemical weapon, just make the potato… delicious?

Was he hearing correctly?

"You just want me to make it delicious? Do you really not want me to turn it into a biochemical weapon?"

Mu Xing asked earnestly, seeking confirmation.

Cang Cheng shook his head, firmly.

"Not necessary."

Why would he need a biochemical weapon?

After all, he was a peace-loving, friendly forbidden spellcaster.

Mu Xing continued to squeeze the altered potato, lost in thought.

The poor potato let out another pained "Ah!"

A few seconds later, Mu Xing nodded. "I see. I can have the results in three days."

Making the potato delicious was clearly much simpler than creating a biochemical weapon.

The latter simply involved removing the negative energy and growing the potato in a shielded environment.

Cang Cheng was indeed a good person for not making things difficult for him.

This was what Mu Xing was thinking at the moment.

Although… secretly, Mu Xing was quite intrigued by the idea of researching a potato biochemical weapon.

Cang Cheng issued his instructions. "In three days, I'll return to discuss the deal with you. Philip, prepare a laboratory for him. Fulfill all his requirements over the next few days."

Philip: "Yes, sir."

"Sir, may I bring Mu Mu to the lab? I'm concerned about him. He won't interfere with the experiments."

Mù Xīng asked.

"Of course."

"Thank you, adult."

*

Philip and Mù Xīng would handle the laboratory arrangements directly from then on. Cang Cheng no longer paid attention to it.

After drinking the unpalatable nutrient solution to replenish his energy, Cang Cheng went to the study to commence his daily combat training.

At that moment, Cang Cheng explained as he recorded the spirit runes into his optical brain and explained the function of these three spirit runes to Hilmeth.

Original Intermediate Wind Magic "Chain of Wind Blades":

Rune Level: B

Rune Effect: Creates 3 to 8 wind blades, each at least 30 cm long, within a specified area. The number of wind blades and their paths depend on the user’s skill.

Original Basic Wind Magic "Wings of Wind":

Rune Level: C

Rune Effect: Generates a pair of wings behind the targeted individual, boosting the target’s movement speed by 15 meters per second for 90 seconds.

Original Basic Wind Magic "Wall of Wind":

Rune Level: C

Rune Effect: Creates a 2-meter by 2-meter square wall of air currents in a specified area, blocking damage along a path for 3 seconds.

Cang Cheng raised his head. "What do you think? Will my spirit runes surprise everyone?"

"Yes, they will."

Hilmeth replied with absolute confidence.

A faint smile appeared on his lips, though it was small.

Cang Cheng’s spirit runes were highly innovative. While they were not the highest level, they were very practical.

Wind Blade Chain needless to say, its multi-stage attacks greatly increase both its deadliness and range compared to the original Wind Blade. If the opponent fails to dodge in time, they'll likely be sliced to pieces.

The Wind Wings can replace the fairly heavy flight thrusters, reducing the weight burden for the Awakened.

As for the Wall of Wind, it’s likely because people in the Canglan Star Region dislike defensive tactics that Hilmeth's evaluation of it is average. Although it can block bullet-type and laser gun damage, the 2m x 2m range is still somewhat limited.

With this in mind, Hilmeth also shared his thoughts: "The Wall of Wind doesn't seem very useful."

Cang Cheng shook his head.

"The Wall of Wind is quite useful. As for how to use it—"

Cang Cheng let his sentence trail off, leaving it unfinished.

Hilmeth’s red-gold eyes flicked toward Cang Cheng.

Cang Cheng waved the Spirit Runes plate in his hand. "I’m not telling you yet."

Hilmeth:

He knew it would come to this.

Cang Cheng’s gaze openly settled on the tail wrapped around Hilmeth’s leg, his eyes gleaming.

Hilmeth pulled his tail back slightly, though his expression remained calm as usual.

"What? Trying to trade for a touch of my tail again?"

Cang Cheng nodded, then reached out casually.

His hand hovered 10cm from the tip of Hilmeth's tail, his eyes crinkled with laughter. "Can I touch it?"

Hilmeth pulled his tail away from Cang Cheng’s hand. "No."

Cang Cheng helplessly retracted his hand. "Stingy. A touch won’t hurt. You don’t have a physical form right now anyway."

Hilmeth reminded, "Don’t always focus on an alien’s tail. For some alien races, touching the tail is a challenge, while for others, it signifies a marriage proposal."

Mentioning alien races, Cang Cheng's interest was clearly piqued.

He is very interested in non-human races.

"What race do you belong to?"

If anyone else were to ask Hilmeth such a question, he would likely see it as a provocation and attack the other person without delay.

However, if Cang Cheng asked, Hilmeth had no reason to keep the truth hidden.

"I am of the Norman race. In Norman culture, touching the tail or horns is considered a mating invitation."

Cang Cheng was stunned by what he heard.

He blinked his black eyes and said, "Ah?"