Wizard starting from shoeing donkeys Chapter 1516 - 521: The Meaning of Doing as One Pleases (Part 3)

After a brief moment of deliberation, Rein abandoned the chase. Instead, he leaned down to retrieve the black crystal embedded in the severed limb.

As expected, a notification from the system appeared immediately:

[Ding! A Divine Power Crystal has been detected. It is capable of refining the quality of spiritual power. Would you like to accelerate absorption? (Note: System-aided absorption eliminates all impurities and allows for instantaneous consumption.)]

Rein did not hesitate for a second. "Yes!" he commanded mentally.

A massive, sinister, and overwhelming wave of energy erupted from the black crystal. However, once the system refined the power, it transformed into a stream of pure energy that surged from his arm into his mind.

The spiritual power particles within his consciousness began to expand rapidly!

Moments later, Rein pulled up his attribute interface to check his progress:

Spirit: 282 (Quality 70%)

The growth in his total spiritual power was a result of the points accumulated during his recent conflicts, paired with the rewards gained from his transition into a legendary Goblin Engineer.

"The quality has risen by 9%, which is quite good!"

While the percentage might seem small, Rein felt no disappointment, as the result met his expectations perfectly.

This was not his first encounter with a Divine Power Crystal.

During the liquid or crystal stages of Cultivation, such a crystal could usually boost quality by twenty or thirty percent. However, for a Fourth Level Dawn Wizard of his caliber, the marginal gains were naturally smaller.

Only a massive fragment of Divine Power Crystal could provide a more significant leap.

Still, this was an impressive shortcut. Relying solely on an Advanced Meditation Method to achieve such a result would have taken Rein years, while other Dawn Wizards might have labored for a decade or more to reach the same milestone.

Returning to the cavern within the Molten Lava Lake, Rein spotted Menia conversing with Fermo, the Red Dragon. It was clear that Menia had stepped out of hiding on her own initiative.

She had likely been concerned that Rein might do something reckless.

"Fair human lady, I detect an ancient and distinct scent upon you. Do you carry the Dragon Blood lineage?"

"Honorable Lord Fermo, Menia Dragon offers her sincere respects to you!" Menia replied with a graceful bow, honoring the ancient beast before her.

"Oh? You appear quite wounded. Is this... the result of utilizing a Dragon Blood Sacrifice?" Fermo’s massive eyes widened in astonishment.

The dragon looked between Menia and Rein, exclaiming, "Powerful young human Wizard, I am truly envious. To have a companion willing to offer a Dragon Blood Sacrifice for your sake is a rare treasure."

"And you, young lady, your partner possesses the strength to actually halt a Dragon Blood Sacrifice. Such power is seldom seen among your kind."

Rein found himself momentarily speechless by Fermo’s polite praise.

To Rein's astonishment, the dragon then took the initiative: "The Blood Essence of the 'Smoldering Electric Eel' possesses a unique property for mending bloodline injuries, far exceeding that of standard Dragon Blood Essence."

"If you both agree, I am willing to heal this lady’s wounds free of charge as a gesture of my thanks."

Menia looked toward Rein and smiled before bowing again to the Ancient Red Dragon. "We accept your kindness, Lord Fermo. Thank you."

Fermo gave a slow nod. He grabbed the two mangled pieces of Glasers, the Smoldering Electric Eel, and began chanting in the rhythmic Dragon Language.

Suddenly, vibrant purple Blood Essence began to leak from the eel's remains, gathering into a floating orb in the air.

As the essence was drained, Glasers’ once-shimmering hide shriveled at a visible rate, and the glowing purple stripes along its back turned dull and lifeless.

"Roar!!"

Once the extraction was nearly finished, Fermo unleashed a searing cone of Dragon Breath directly onto the purple orb!

The intense heat burned away the impurities, causing the orb to shrink from the size of a carriage down to the size of a millstone as it underwent deep refinement.

A few moments later, the sphere turned a brilliant purplish-red, shimmering like a precious gem and emitting a mouth-watering aroma.

"Young lady, please begin your meditation!"

The refined blood cluster drifted toward Menia. As she entered a deep meditative trance, threads of the Blood Essence began to weave into her body.

Rein could feel Menia’s presence growing stronger—or more accurately, returning to its former peak.

The sight caused his spirits to lift significantly.

After Menia had fully integrated the Bloodline Essence of Glasers, the Ancient Red Dragon Fermo let out a heavy sigh. He leaned toward Rein and lowered his voice to a whisper:

"Lord Rein, the devotion you two show one another is truly moving. However, it is quite obvious that this lady has not yet taken that final, intimate step with you."

"The Blood Essence of predatory species like eels carries a potent aphrodisiac effect. This is as much as I can help you with for now."

"Your lady is waking up; I believe it is time for me to depart. I shall take this chance to see how the world has changed!"

Rein’s eyes went wide as he processed Fermo’s words, finally realizing what the dragon meant by "stimulating" power and "spontaneous" behavior.

"Ang!!!"

With a final cry, the mischievous Red Dragon Fermo dove out of the lava, beat his massive wings, and soared through a gap in the ceiling.

As the dragon disappeared, Rein turned his attention back to Menia, whose condition was stabilizing.

Looking at her stunning face, he noticed two faint red flushes creeping across her cheeks. It added a layer of charm to her noble appearance, making her look incredibly captivating.

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