Chapter 13 (1/2)

Translator: Dragon Boat Translation Editor: Dragon Boat Translation

Imperial capital, Duke Tulip’s residence.

“Son, there’s no need to be so desperate. You’ve just passed the first elemental baptism, and now you want to undergo the second elemental baptism. Aren’t you a little too keen?”

One day ago, with Norton’s help, Hughes had completed the first elemental baptism. He had successfully advanced from a magic apprentice to a tier-1 mage, becoming a true mage.

There were still four days before the start of the exam. Norton had originally planned to carry out the second elemental baptism for Hughes in two days.

This way, the burden on Hughes’ body would be much lighter, and it would also help Hughes consolidate his cultivation.

“Father, if it were in the past, I wouldn’t be so desperate, but now is an intense time.”

Hughes walked slowly into the center of the elemental gathering array and explained as he walked.

“Since Napoleon VII has already made his move, it’s impossible for him not to consider my strength.”

“If I want to sabotage his plans, I must have strength that exceeds his expectations. Otherwise, we will be held back by him all the way. Every step we make will fall into his trap.”

Norton smiled bitterly.

His son was good at everything. Whether it was his talent in cultivation or his calmness when considering a problem, he was rare.

However, there was one thing that made him very dissatisfied.

In his opinion, Hughes’ worries were purely unnecessary.

The annual recruitment examination of Hiro Royal Academy would only recruit students between the ages of 15 and 16. Once the age limit was exceeded, it would be impossible for them to register for the examination.

However, at this age, other than the emperor from 2,700 years ago, no matter how monstrous a genius was, it was impossible for him to exceed tier 3.

This was even more so for the young generation of mages in the imperial capital.

The one with the highest cultivation and the strongest combat ability was the youngest son of the Duke of Bauhinia, Lucian.

And this young master was only at the peak of rank 2.

Even if Hughes did not use the power of the magic circuit, Lucian would not be a match for Hughes.

“Sigh, you don’t have to be so cautious right. The strongest among the younger generation of the imperial capital, Lucian, is only at tier 2. With your magic power, even if you have just entered Tier 2, he will definitely not be a match for you!”

“If you ask me, you should rest for two days. After your cultivation has stabilized, I will carry out the second elemental baptism for you. This way, not only can I guarantee your chances of winning, but it will also reduce the obstacles for you to advance in the future.”

Hughes still shook his head, but this time, he walked out of the Magic Circle and came before Norton.

“Father, I still think that it is more appropriate to carry out the elemental baptism now.”

“Three years ago, my magic power level had already reached Tier 2. Now that I have refined the anti-magic Stone, my manahas reached the peak of Tier 3.”

“If I don’t get the elemental baptism soon, my body will not be able to withstand it.”

As he spoke, Hughes let go of his control over his body and allowed Norton to check the condition of his own body.

“Father, after the first elemental baptism, I’ve already consolidated my cultivation. With my current condition, I can definitely undergo the second elemental baptism.”

Norton was greatly shocked when he heard this.

In his experience, a first rank mage who was able to consolidate his own cultivation within three days was already an extremely rare existence.

He really could not figure out how his son had the courage to say such words.

While he was still in doubt, Norton mobilized his magic power and began to investigate Hughes’ body.

After a quick investigation, even the knowledgeable Norton could not help but suck in a breath of cold air.

Hmm! Why is this kid’s foundation so stable!

In Norton’s perception, Hughes’ body had already become a relay station for the elements.

The elemental power wandering in the outside world was attracted by the anti-magic stone in Hughes’ body and steadily and orderly entered his body.

A part of it was converted into Hughes’ magic power, and the other part was went into the magic circuit in Hughes’ body, strengthening the mark of the magic circuit bit by bit.