Chapter 161 An Unexpected Letter (Two Chapters in One)

When Ren walked up to the second floor again, he noticed that two of the three bedrooms were empty at once, which made him sigh.

If it was said that Lagret would leave, Renne had already expected it, after all, the other party had proposed it from the beginning.

Then Anna's departure was beyond his expectation. He thought that Anna would live here for a long time, but he didn't expect that sometimes separation would come so suddenly.

In addition, he was also curious, why did Anna suddenly decide to leave?

Because based on what he knew about Anna, this didn't seem like her decision, or at least it shouldn't have been so hasty.

Opening the door, Renn walked into his own bedroom and immediately saw three things neatly stacked on the bedside, a letter, a stack of paper and a roll of animal skins.

Without any hesitation, he directly picked up the letter, opened it and read it.

Huh! aunt?

Circle of Druid?

Ren immediately thought of the beautiful elf lady who wanted to trade the seeds of the Dark Mother Tree with him. There was a high probability that the black-haired elf should be Anna's aunt.

Otherwise, the possibility of two druids appearing in Goldshire in a short period of time is really too low.

"I didn't expect that the other party turned out to be Anna's aunt!"

"Wait, if that's the case, isn't Anna also an elf? But Anna's appearance is..."

In an instant, Renn thought of a key point, but he rubbed his chin and thought for a while, but still couldn't figure out the reason.

"Also, is the Druid's Circle in Ferdinand Forest?"

Ren thought for a moment, and it seemed that he had never heard of the name of this forest, 'Ferdinand'. It must be quite far away from Meist County.

"I hope you can help me next time we meet?"

Seeing this, Ren felt that he seemed to vaguely understand the reason why Anna decided to go to the Druid Circle.

He had seen Anna working hard to learn basic meditation methods, and he had also seen Anna's persistence when trying to treat Lagre.

Therefore, Ren knew that despite Anna's appearance of being weak and easily shy, in fact, the other person was extremely determined in her heart and was a very persevering and independent girl.

However, when Ren saw the last sentence - 'Let me tell you a little secret, I can already visualize eight will runes at one time', the approximate expression of Anna when she wrote that sentence came to mind. .

There must have been a shy and joyful smile on her pretty face at that time.

Thinking of this, Ren couldn't help but smile, and at the same time, he said silently in his heart:

"Then I look forward to your thriving growth. However, Anna, I will also tell you a little secret. In fact, I can already visualize twenty will runes at one time."

"So, next time we meet, there is a high probability that I will protect you."

After a while, Renn finally calmed down his slightly melancholy mood.

This feeling is like the feeling in the past life when the college entrance examination is over and good friends go their separate ways. Although they have agreed to meet again, it is likely that a long time has passed before the day when they actually meet again.

He folded the letter and carefully put it back in the envelope. Then, Ren picked up the stack of paper. When he looked at it, he immediately found that it was very familiar.

"Hey, isn't this the content?"

Ren immediately realized that the 'Beast Taming Diary', the Book of Silver, should have been taken away by Anna's aunt, the black-haired elf.

However, Ren didn't feel any sense of loss when the property returned to its original owner.

As for the last item - the animal skin roll, when Ren opened it, he raised his eyebrows and looked happy!

It is actually a new witchcraft, and it is the fire witchcraft that he is looking for first!

"Unexpectedly, I gained little in the Wiggins family library, but when I returned home, I actually gained a piece of fire witchcraft."

After thinking about it, Ren didn't know whether it was a gift from Anna or a gift from the black-haired elf to thank him for taking care of Anna.

Therefore, his gratitude for this gift can be placed on Anna.

Immediately, Ren started looking through the animal skin scroll carefully.

"Blazing light!" Renn gently read the name of this new witchcraft.

A burning light?

After carefully looking at it several times, Ren discovered that the difficulty of visualizing the witchcraft model of this new witchcraft 'Blazing Light' is similar to that of the 'High Temperature Force Field', and they are basically at the same level of difficulty.

Since Renn has mastered the two witchcrafts of the fire system, 'Scorching Touch' and 'High Temperature Force Field', Renn's current mental power has also increased to 23 points.

Therefore, when Ren learned this new fire witchcraft, it was not as difficult as last time.

Come to the utility room.

About half an hour later, after failing seven or eight times in a row, Renn finally succeeded!

Above the palm of Ren's right hand, a wisp of flame about 20 to 30 centimeters high suddenly appeared, burning continuously, instantly lighting up the entire room.

The overall shape of the flame is not very large, just like an enlarged flame, but it seems to have high heat and is constantly converted into light energy, giving people an unusually dazzling feeling.

Although Ren had expected it, he just squinted his eyes for a second or two, and his eyes felt completely white, and he began to shed tears and blink involuntarily.

Of course, crying and blinking are a self-protection mechanism of the eyes, and there is nothing wrong with it.

But tears and blinking, if put in the battle, it would be fatal, especially in front of an equally matched opponent.

Because, it is very likely that a blink will miss the initiative. In addition, if you can't help but cover your eyes with your hands when encountering such a strong light, you may be sent directly to the arms of the goddess.

At the same time, Ryan also felt a slight stinging in his retina.

He knew that if he continued to stare at this extremely bright flame, it would not take long for his retina to be damaged.

With a slight wave of his right hand, Ryan canceled this new witchcraft and crossed his arms to think.

The effect of this new witchcraft is similar to the "flash bomb" in his previous life!

At the same time, Ryan already had some ideas about the application scenarios of this witchcraft.

However, if he wanted to use it in battle and match his original battle rhythm, this witchcraft still had a few small problems that needed to be solved.

At this time, the system prompt also came:

[You have studied the blazing light, and the relevant comprehension has improved! 】

[You have learned a new skill - Blazing Light]

[Your skill Blazing Light has been improved, experience +1]

At the same time, a new icon appeared next to the high temperature force field icon at the bottom of the wizard apprentice (supernormal) panel.

The border of the icon was slightly lit up, and the pattern on the icon was a blazing flame, surrounded by multiple short horizontal lines representing light.

This is like the sun in a child's painting, with a circle of 360-degree short horizontal lines next to the red sun. Obviously, this should mean that it is constantly emitting light.

Ryan focused his attention on the new icon, and saw a line of small words below the icon.

Blazing Light lv1 (1/100)

Blazing Light lv1 effect: consume a certain amount of mental power, use a specific witchcraft model to attract the surrounding fire energy particles, and form a wisp of blazing flame above the host's palm. The flame will continue to emit strong light for about ten seconds.

(Note: The casting time is 3 seconds, and the power is proportional to the host's mental strength.)

One of the small problems that need to be solved is about the casting time. 3 seconds is obviously too long.

It is too difficult to find a precious gap of three seconds in the battle. If it can be compressed to one second, it is almost the same.

Because if it is one second, there are many such opportunities in the battle.

For example, a certain weapon collision, two people are simultaneously repelled, and then, taking this opportunity to suddenly use the "blazing light", there is a high probability that the enemy will be blinded for a short period of time.

Even if the opponent is not blinded, it can create a good first-hand condition or a certain degree of advantage.

However, if you want to achieve this effect, you naturally have to improve the level of "blazing light".

Because according to the experience of the witchcraft "burning touch", if the "blazing light" can be upgraded to the level 2, the casting time should be reduced by about 20%, that is, from 3 seconds to 2.4 seconds.

Ryan thought about it and quickly calculated in his mind.

But 2.4 seconds is still too long.

For level 3, it would be from 2.4 seconds to 1.9 seconds.

Ryan raised his eyebrows. This casting time would basically be beyond the enemy's expectations, after all, it starts with the word "一".

Of course, it would be better if it could be further reduced and the time would be shorter!

For level 4, it would be from 1.9 seconds to 1.5 seconds.

One and a half seconds of casting time?

Ryan nodded with satisfaction.

If it is only half of the original casting time of 3 seconds, it will be much more practical.

"I now have 5 remaining skill points. If I add 3 skill points to the witchcraft "Blazing Light" continuously, I can achieve this goal."

"Even if all 5 remaining skill points are invested in this new witchcraft."

"Tsk tsk. 1 second of casting time."

Ryan stroked his chin and couldn't help but be a little surprised!

However, Ryan thought about it and shook his head slightly.

"Don't worry about this!"

"After all, 3 skill points are not a small number. Whether it is added to the Giant Bear Sword Skill or the Tokkar Hammer Skill, it can bring a great improvement to myself." Ryan thought to himself.

The second small problem to be solved is the applicable scene.

Obviously, if it is rainy and cloudy, the dazzling effect of "Blazing Light" should be very good in this gray weather.

Of course, if the effect is the best, it is naturally used at night. It is estimated that it can directly blind the unprepared enemy for a few seconds, thus laying the foundation for victory!

However, if it is sunny, especially in the weather with dazzling sunlight, the effect of the new witchcraft "Blazing Light" will be greatly reduced.

Ryan paced back and forth in the room, summarizing the applicable scenes of the new witchcraft.

"In addition, the new witchcraft should also be very effective in the dark and humid environment of the mine."

"Especially for those enemies who are used to the dark and humid environment with dim light for a long time, I estimate that my witchcraft "Blazing Light" can directly blind the opponent's eyes."

Thinking of this, a light flashed in Ryan's eyes.

"In addition, if you want to cause a strong dazzling effect to the enemy on a sunny day, it is not impossible."

"With the improvement of my mental power, the power of "Blazing Light" will inevitably increase to a certain extent. After passing a certain brightness node, it should be able to achieve the effect of dazzling the enemy in the daytime."

The last small problem to be solved is the problem of habit.

Because casting the witchcraft "Blazing Light" requires one hand to be free, and what Ren is currently accustomed to using, whether it is the Giant Bear Sword Technique or the Tokelka Hammer Technique, is a two-handed weapon.

"Therefore, in daily practice, I have to consciously strengthen training in this area, so that in battle, I can naturally and smoothly seize the opportunity to cast the witchcraft 'Blazing Light'."

Immediately, Renn began to think about which moves would lead to the opportunity to connect to the 'blazing light'.

"After the secret skill 'Dragon Hammer', there is a high probability that it can be followed by a new witchcraft 'Blazing Light'."

"After the secret skill 'Roaring Blow', if the enemy can still resist it, you can also follow the new witchcraft 'Blazing Light'."

Half an hour later, Renn looked happy.

Basically, he thought about his commonly used sword and hammer moves and new witchcraft, and found that there were still many similarities.

The rest requires daily training, which accumulates over time.

At this time, Ren suddenly thought that he wanted to test the effect of the witchcraft's "High Temperature Force Field" after his mental power increased by 3 points in the morning, but it was interrupted because the Crowley family carriage arrived.

Now, just test it out.

So, Renn placed three basins of water on the table, one meter, two meters and three meters away from him like last time.

Ten seconds later, Renn took the initiative to stop the witchcraft 'high temperature force field'.

Because Ren had previously discovered that the force field heats up extremely quickly, similar to the effect of combining a microwave oven and an air fryer, which can heat the air to a specified temperature in just a few seconds.

Although the water heats up slower, the time spent in the force field is not much different.

Compared with the last time, what made him quite happy was that among the three basins of water, white water vapor was faintly emerging from the one two meters away. It seemed that the temperature had reached about ninety degrees.

It's not far from full boiling.

The power has obviously been slightly improved compared to last time!

As for the one-meter and three-meter basins of water, Ren also stepped forward and touched them.

The water temperature in the basin also increased from about 40 to 50 degrees to 60 to 70 degrees, reaching the level of being hot to the touch.

Obviously, if the enemy fights with him within the scope of this high-temperature force field, the opponent will definitely suffer a great loss, because this temperature has exceeded the scalding surface temperature of the Sahara Desert.

Every second during this period is torture for the enemy!

Especially if the enemy is also wearing metal armor.

For a moment, a picture emerged in Renn's mind: the multi-layered, large bright-colored stainless steel steamer in the breakfast shop in his previous life, with neatly placed large meat buns, and the steam boiling on top!

Thinking of this, Renn couldn't help but have a bright smile on his face.

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In the next few days, Renn basically didn't go out.

Except for the occasional training of the greyhound "Cookie", Renn basically spent his time practicing witchcraft, swordsmanship and hammer skills.

During this period, in addition to dividing a small amount of violent bear meat for 'Cookie' to eat, Renn also swept away the remaining dozens of pounds of violent bear meat!

In addition, regarding the means of transportation, Ren also considered whether to ask the Crowley family to prepare a carriage with the noble heraldry logo for him, because in this way, he can save some checkpoints along the way. trouble.

But Renn thought about it and decided that it would be better for him to keep a low profile this time when he was going to participate in the canonization assessment.

After all, after several times, the conflict between him and the Black Flame Cult has become irreconcilable, and it is not a wise move to let the other party know his destination.

In addition, there is friction with Baron Alonso, although in recent times, the other party does not seem to have made any moves.

Ren recalled the route from Goldshire to Rosby City.

According to the information he had read before, there were roughly three routes from Goldsmith Town to Rosby City.

The reason why I say roughly is because once you arrive in a town, the closer you get to Rosby City, the more trails you can choose from.

If you choose some small roads to hide your whereabouts along the way, a horse-drawn carriage is not necessarily suitable, because some of the small roads are slightly rough, and riding a horse by yourself is not only more flexible, but also more suitable.

So, that afternoon, under the warm winter sun, Renn came to John's Horse Farm south of Goldsmith Town.

Different from the last time he came to learn riding skills, this time Ren wanted to buy two stronger horses.

Soon, Wren met again a middle-aged man with rosacea - racecourse owner John Moyle.

John was naturally impressed by Renne.

"Sir Ren, why are you free to come here today?" John greeted him very politely.

It seems that the horse farm owner John should already know about the news that Renne has been appointed as the deputy security officer of Goldsmith Town.

"Mr. John, I plan to buy two stronger horses today, so I need to trouble you to help me choose them." Renn said with a smile.

An hour later, Renne returned home riding a black horse and leading a brown horse.

As for why he bought two horses, it was because he couldn't afford a single horse at all. The total weight of the fully armed Renne plus the luggage.

So one is for riding and the other is for carrying luggage.

In addition, Lane also wanted to conduct a small comparative experiment.

Experimental content: Study on the changes in muscle strength and endurance of horses after taking the mutant growth potion.

Experimental subjects: Two almost equally strong black and brown horses.

Experimental process: Record the difference between the black horse with the mutant growth potion added to its feed and the brown horse without it within seven days.

One day before departure.

Ryan got the experimental conclusion.

Experimental conclusion: In seven days, no dominant mutation has been found in the black horse, but it is estimated that the muscle strength and endurance of the black horse have increased by about 20%.

Obviously, the mutant growth potion can not only be used on dogs, but also has a certain strengthening effect on animals.

That afternoon, a familiar but unexpected person came to Ryan's house - the head maid Shadiya of the Habsburg Manor.

The head maid, who was always serious, smiled and said, "Ryan, according to the lady's instructions, there is a letter here that needs to be handed over to you."

"Huh? Is it a letter from Miss Claire sent from the imperial capital?" Ryan asked as he took the letter.

At the same time, he had a vague guess in his heart.

"That's right! The lady is very surprised to know that you have entered the Knight's Transcendental!" Shadiya nodded and said.

Sure enough, Claire knew that she had entered the Transcendental. Ryan thought.

The wax at the seal was intact. Obviously, no one had opened it before Ryan.

In front of Shadiya, Ryan quickly opened the letter.

There were only two pieces of letter paper inside.

The first piece of letter read:

"Ryan, when I learned that you have entered the extraordinary, you must not be able to imagine my shocked expression at that time.

Please allow me to take back what I said before.

Perhaps, one day, you will achieve greater success than me on the road of knighthood.

But good talent needs the guidance of a master.

I think since you have entered the extraordinary, you should understand this better.

So, here is a letter of introduction to Master Gunther Odinga.

If you are interested, you can go to the Gold Coast of Rossby County where he lives in seclusion within three months to study for a period of time.

Believe me! Master Gunther is definitely a master of superb swordsmanship.

If you can gain something, it will definitely help you pass the noble canonization assessment later."

At the end of the letter, there is a familiar signature of Ryan: Claire.

The second piece of letter is Claire's letter of introduction for further study to Master Gunther Odinga.

"By the way, Ryan, do you have anything to say that I need to convey to the young lady?" Xia Diya asked after Ryan finished reading the letter.

After thinking for a moment, Ryan said, "Tell Miss Claire to thank her for her concern and support. I think I will find a suitable time to go to Master Gunther."

Ryan did not intend to refuse Claire's proposal to introduce him to a secluded swordsmanship master for training, because his enlightenment on the road of knighthood came from Claire's guidance.

Therefore, Ryan has always had a good impression of Claire.

At the same time, judging from the content of this letter, Claire also further expressed her goodwill towards him.

Although at the beginning, Claire thought he was only qualified to be a follower.

The next morning, it was slightly light. After saying goodbye to his family, Ryan rode the strong black horse that had been "fed with extra food" for seven days and set off for the destination of the enthronement assessment-Rosby City.

Soon, Ryan's figure disappeared at the end of the avenue.

Five days later.

Accompanied by winter icy rain.

In a large forest covered with white icicles, there is a gray winding path that extends to the distant seaside.

Two horses are riding slowly on the path, one in front and one behind. The stronger black horse in front is carrying a knight in full plate armor. The knight is very distinctive, with a big sword and a two-handed war hammer on his back, a rare combination of dual weapons.

It is quite different from the sword and shield combination of ordinary knights, or the sword and bow combination.

This knight is Ryan.

Fortunately, the knight's armor is lined with lambskin, which has a very good warming effect, so even in the icy rain, the surrounding environment is cold and wet, Ryan does not feel uncomfortable.

As for why not use the fire magic "high temperature force field" to dry it?

Don't forget the warhorse under your crotch, it can't withstand such high temperatures.

Behind him, there is also a brown horse, carrying three or four packages, basically some daily necessities and food.

After riding for five consecutive days, the destination, Rossby City, was not far ahead.

Ryan estimated that he would reach the destination in half a day at most.

After walking for about half an hour, even the strong black warhorse under Ryan's crotch began to breathe heavily. In the cold icy rain, two air columns rose slightly in front of the horse's head.

Ryan knew that he had to find a place to let the horse rest for a while.

In fact, this was his fault, because the weight of his two weapons alone exceeded the sum of the armor and weapon weight of a standard knight!

Moreover, Ryan had to add his chrome iron set, so no matter how strong the black horse was, it was just an ordinary horse at present, and it was normal that it couldn't bear it.

Perhaps, after continuously feeding the mutation growth potion, it might cause some mutations in the black horse, but at present, it would take a period of feeding to know the results.

After turning a corner in the forest trail, Ryan keenly heard the crisp cracking sound of burning firewood.

Ryan looked up, and through the wisps of icy rain and white mist, he saw someone lighting a bonfire in the forest in front of him on the left.