Chapter 283 - 281: Discovering an Ore Vein

Chapter 283: Chapter 281: Discovering an Ore Vein

As the beam of Harmony Magic landed on the Fel Energy Ore, the dark green energy within it rippled.

Soon, the energy seemed to undergo a transformation, and the color of the Fel Energy Ore changed from its original dark green to a deep ink black.

’Using the Extraction Spell on Elemental Ore yields Elemental Essence. Perhaps I can use the Extraction Spell on this ore to learn more about it.’

To test this theory, Duane used the Extraction Spell on the ore on the ground and soon received a notification.

[You have successfully used Extraction on ’Harmonized Fel Energy Ore,’ obtaining ’Harmonized Fel Energy Essence.’ Basic Extraction Skill Level +10]

[Basic Extraction Skill Level has broken through. Entry (5/200)]

[Attribute points +0.1]

Duane saw the notification and immediately understood.

’Harmonized Fel Energy Ore... I’ll just call you "Ink Stone."’

Duane then cast the Extraction Spell on a piece of un-harmonized Fel Energy Ore on the ground.

A violent fluctuation of energy immediately erupted from within the ore, followed by a dense network of cracks appearing on its surface.

Duane’s brow furrowed, and he immediately jumped back.

BOOM!

Accompanied by a dull explosion, the piece of Fel Energy Ore blew apart.

The turbulent energy waves kicked up dust from the ground. Shards of ore sprayed across the surrounding area like sharp blades, peppering the ground with countless small craters.

Duane had to use his Fighting Qi Armor to avoid being cut.

’That was pretty powerful...’

At that moment, the Warriors, who were busy nearby, heard the commotion from below and immediately came over to ask what was happening.

Duane told everyone not to worry as he went to inspect the area.

’Huh?’

As he got closer, Duane was stunned to discover that the spot that had just exploded now revealed a dense cluster of Fel Energy Ore.

Duane sucked in a sharp breath. ’Could this be... a Fel Energy Ore Vein?’

His heart began to race with excitement.

Although Fel Energy Ore was unusable, the harmonized Ink Stone could be.

The Magic Energy contained within it could completely replace other Elemental Ores as a power source.

It was the equivalent of oil in the Magic World...

No, to be more precise, it was the equivalent of batteries in the Magic World.

Duane just needed to draw out the energy from the Ink Stone and combine it with a power mechanism to manufacture various Magic Devices.

’The only problem is the danger of Fel Energy Ore. If it’s mined manually, the miners will surely be corrupted just like Viscount Charlemagne.’

To mine the Fel Energy Ore, the problem of corruption had to be solved first.

’First, I need to see if Harmony Magic is effective on Viscount Charlemagne’s injuries. If it is, then things will be much easier.’

Next, Duane dug up a few smaller pieces of Fel Energy Ore. He tried bombarding them with other spells, but it was difficult to cause an explosion.

It seemed only the Extraction Spell could make it explode completely.

’Could I combine the Extraction Spell, Fel Energy Ore, and metal fragments to create a bomb?’

The principle was similar to a fragmentation grenade, but the detonation of the Fel Energy Ore relied on the Extraction Spell, not on explosives from Earth.

But Duane felt this idea was worth researching.

If he could really make them, although they might not pose a threat to High-tier Warriors, they would definitely be effective against ordinary soldiers.

Moreover, these bombs would have other uses, such as quarrying, building roads and bridges, and so on.

"This Heavenly Mountain Secret Realm is a treasure trove!" Duane couldn’t help but exclaim.

The value of the Demon Vines, Magic Plants, and Black Steel Wood was already very high, and now there was this Fel Energy Ore Vein...

If properly utilized, the value of Black Forest Island would be immeasurable.

After inspecting the vein, Duane created a few pieces of Ink Stone as samples and then left the large pit.

The Warriors were still diligently gathering the spoils of war, trying to take as much as they could carry.

"My Lord, we’ve found the Demon Core!"

Lune came forward, handing over a Demon Core that was earthy yellow with black streaks.

"Good work."

Duane took the Demon Core and carefully sensed it. Inside were many Spell Models, interwoven in a chaotic mess.

Trying to extract the Spell Model for the Gravity Technique from it was a major challenge, even for a Mage.

The usual method was to record all the model nodes within the Demon Core and then slowly analyze them.

Otherwise, once the Demon Core’s energy dissipated, it would be impossible to investigate.

However, there were other ways to prevent the Demon Core’s energy from dissipating, such as using Solidification Magic to maintain its energy stability.

Duane’s Basic Solidification Technique was currently at the Skilled Level, and its effect could last for about a year.

However, for a Level 7 Demon Core like this, the effect of the Basic Solidification Technique would likely be limited.

’But... it’s better than nothing.’

"Help me take out the Demon Core from that Level 6 Long-armed Ape as well. Its Summon Mud Swamp spell is also very valuable."

Lune watched his Lord display yet another new ability, already completely impressed.

He began to carry out the order without hesitation, but before he left, he mustered his courage and asked, "My Lord, may I know what level of Mage you are?"

Duane glanced at him but didn’t answer immediately.

Lune hurriedly said, "My apologies, that was presumptuous of me."

’Thinking back, Duane hadn’t shown any magic abilities during the tournament, clearly intending to hide his true strength. My question was far too abrupt.’

But just as Lune was about to leave, Duane spoke.

"Very few people know my Magic Level. Right now, only Natalia does. But since you asked, I can tell you. You must keep it a secret."

He paused briefly, simultaneously finishing the casting of the Basic Solidification Technique to temporarily seal the Demon Core’s energy.

Lune’s expression turned solemn. He pounded his right fist against his chest and said very formally, "Rest assured, my Lord. Even if I were roasted by fire or carved by blades, I would not reveal a single word!"

Duane couldn’t help but smile. "It’s not that serious. You can just consider me a Level 5 Mage."

His current Magic Level was indeed Level 5; he wasn’t intentionally hiding anything.

Lune sucked in a sharp breath.

’The Lord’s Warrior strength just now was definitely beyond the Shooting Star Level. He’s probably at the Silver Moon Level.’

’A Silver Moon Level Warrior who is also a Level 5 Mage.’

He said in shock, "You’re truly... I can’t even imagine... How can someone like you exist!"

Duane couldn’t help but grin and joked, "Why does that sound like you’re criticizing me?"

"No, no, no..."

Lune hurriedly explained, "I was just so shocked I didn’t know what to say."

Duane smiled and waved his hand. "Go on, get back to work. Give everyone a few hours to organize everything properly. I’m going to gather some other resources."

With that, he remounted his warhorse and left the area.

Currently, the only thing Duane could brew was the Qingming Medicine Wine. The other two medicine wines couldn’t be brewed because they required Mid-Level Water Energy Essence.

At his current Extraction Level, he could only refine Basic Water Energy Essence.

To obtain Middle Level materials, he would probably need to train his Basic Extraction to the Perfection stage and acquire the Middle Level Extraction Spell Model.

However, that didn’t stop him from collecting the three ingredients—Pale Fungus, Shadow Thorn Flower, and Wailing Root—as well as observing their habits and considering how to cultivate them.

Meanwhile, a major incident was unfolding inside the Medical Sanctuary.

After Orisien and Thomsen established themselves in the Medical Sanctuary, they heard from Sarah about their situation on Black Forest Island.

"This Duane, he’s completely ordering you around as if you were his own subordinates!"

Thomsen’s face was grim. As the Chief Judge, he despised people who used members of the Holy Radiance Court, and he equally despised members of his own side who allowed themselves to be used.

"And you people actually went along with it so cooperatively!"

Thomsen’s gaze was like lightning. The pressure from the Silver Moon Level Warrior forced the three Priests—Sarah, Jesse, and Otto—to their knees in fear.

Sarah argued, "Chief Judge, Duane is too powerful. We simply don’t have the ability to resist him."

Thomsen laughed in anger. "Not only do you lack the courage to resist, but you don’t even dare to report the situation here to headquarters!"

He took a deep breath. "According to the rules, I can have you expelled!"

Sarah’s face instantly turned deathly pale. She relied on the Holy Radiance Court for everything; if she were expelled, she would lose it all.

"Chief Judge, I beg you to understand!"

She steeled her heart. "Lately, I’ve been maneuvering, trying to expand our influence through various channels."

Beside her, Priest Otto quickly chimed in, "Yes, my lord. Although our results have been limited so far, Priestess Sarah and I have been constantly trying to find a solution. Right now, only Jesse and Manny are completely following Duane’s orders..."

Someone had to take the blame from the higher-ups.

And when Orisien and Thomsen arrived, they had personally seen Jesse taking care of Duane’s mentally ill subjects, as well as Manny, who had followed the expedition.

Clearly, these two were the perfect scapegoats.

"Then expel Jesse and Manny from the Holy Radiance Court," the Holy Son, Orisien, seated above them, spoke slowly, "on the charge of incompetence in carrying out their mission."