Wizard: Starting with Dealing with Magical Plants

Rolin cleaned up his tools, then sat cross-legged on the bed and began to meditate to recover his depleted mental and magical energy.

During this meditation, he could clearly feel that after the highly concentrated potion preparation just now, his control over his mental power seemed to have improved a little more.

His control over his mental power seemed to have improved a little more.

Although the progress of the [Basic Meditation Method] on the panel did not jump immediately, he believed that the training effect brought by this practice would subtly accelerate his progress.

After completing one cycle of meditation, his condition had improved considerably.

Rowling looked at the azure potion, pondering what to do with it.

For personal use?

What he needs most right now is a stable improvement in his basic strength; this temporary boosting potion with side effects is not the best choice.

Moreover, he needs resources, more contribution points to buy food, a better meditation environment, and even spell models.

Selling is the wiser choice!

However, he cannot directly sell it in the official academy store or the mission hall.

It was too conspicuous for a first-class apprentice to produce a high-quality Lesser Spirit Boil Potion.

He needs a more discreet channel for explanation.

In the original owner's memories, there were small circles of apprentices who conducted private transactions, usually in areas where management was relatively lax.

For example, in a corner behind the cafeteria, or near an abandoned warehouse.

The goods traded there come from all sorts of sources, and the prices may be lower than official prices, but they are more discreet, and their origins are not questioned.

Rowling decided to try his luck.

He hid the medicine in his inner pocket and left the cabin.

He walked towards the area behind the cafeteria where miscellaneous items were piled up.

This place was indeed more "lively" than other places, with a few scattered apprentices squatting on the ground with some things in front of them.

Some are materials, and some are enchanted items that look old but might be somewhat useful.

The transactions were conducted in hushed tones, with everyone on edge.

Luo Lin found an empty spot and squatted down as well.

However, he didn't display his things like others did; he simply waited quietly.

After a while, a tall, thin apprentice in a gray robe with sharp eyes strolled over and asked in a low voice:

"What kind of goods do you have?"

Luo Lin raised his head, sized up the other person, and lowered his voice as well.

"One [Secondary Spirit Booster], good quality."

A flicker of surprise crossed the apprentice's eyes, but he quickly concealed it.

"Good quality? First-class apprentice?"

His tone was skeptical.

Roland didn't explain, but only peeked a corner of the potion bottle from under his robe. The deep blue color and the starlight flowing inside were unmistakable.

The tall, thin apprentice's eyes narrowed, and he squatted down, lowering his voice even further: "How much? The official price is 50 contribution points per tube."

"40 PM!"

Rowling quoted a price.

It's lower than the official price, but the material cost is much higher. He can make a profit, and the other party also has a profit margin.

The tall, thin apprentice hesitated for a moment.

High-quality Lesser Spirit Booster is not common. It is 10-20% more effective than the regular one, and may have slightly fewer side effects, making it easier to resell.

"30 points! I'll take the risk here, and who knows if your potion is even clean."

"38 points, take it or leave it." Luo Lin said calmly, making a move to get up.

He was well aware of the value of his medicine.

"etc!"

The tall, thin apprentice grabbed him.

"35 points! Let's be friends, you can contact me again if you need anything."

"My name is Black Rat, and many people around here know me."

Looking into his shrewd eyes, Rowling knew that this was probably a higher price they could negotiate.

Finally, he nodded: "Okay."

The two quickly transferred their contribution points using their identity badges.

On Rowling's nameplate, the number was changed from 8 to 43.

Black Rat took the potion, examined it carefully, and a satisfied look appeared on his face. His figure quickly disappeared into the shadow of the pile of junk.

Without lingering, Roland immediately left the area.

With 43 contribution points in hand, he felt much more at ease.

This proves that his approach is feasible.

By processing materials, acquiring hidden resources, preparing potions, and exchanging them for contribution points, a virtuous cycle is formed.

Instead of spending splurge, he went to the cafeteria for another hearty meal, which cost him 3 points.

He then went to the supplies department and used 10 contribution points to buy some ordinary herbal tea bags that could slowly nourish the body and relieve fatigue.

This will help him recover better and maintain a high-intensity learning and production pace.

He temporarily saved the remaining contribution points.

He needs to plan for the next step.

Should you continue brewing large quantities of [Lesser Spirit Boil Potion] to earn contribution points, or start trying to learn your first offensive or defensive spell?

Back in the cabin, Rowling sipped warm herbal tea while making plans.

Selling the same drug continuously, even through the black market, carries risks.

Furthermore, the main ingredient of the [Secondary Spirit Boiling Potion], Shadow Fungus, relies on Moonlight Moss processing missions, which is too singular.

He needs to explore new ways to acquire resources or improve his own hard power.

Learning my first spell is of utmost urgency.

At the very least, he should have the basic ability to protect himself in case of emergencies.

Rolin recalled the few basic zero-ring spells that first-class apprentices could access in the original owner's memories:

[Mage's Hand], [Acid Splash], [Cleanse], [Illusory Sound]...

Among them, [Mage's Hand] is the most versatile, serving a purpose in both daily support and combat.

Acquiring spell models requires contribution points, and a considerable amount at that.

In the spell section of the academy's library, borrowing a zero-ring spell model usually requires more than 30 contribution points and is subject to strict mental imprinting, making it impossible to teach privately.

His current contribution points are not enough.

"It seems we need to prepare a few more doses of the medicine."

Rowling made a decision.

He needs more resources before he can learn and master his first spell.

Over the next two days, Rowling's life took on a fixed rhythm.

After meditating to recover, accept the Moonstrip quest, refine Shadow Fungus, brew the Lesser Spirit Boil Potion, sell it to Black Rats, purchase food and basic supplies, and then continue meditating.

His contribution points steadily accumulated to 172.

The progress in [Basic Meditation Method] is also steadily improving, reaching 49% of the beginner level.

Both mental and magical abilities have increased.

After feeling that he had accumulated enough contribution points, Rowling returned to the library and headed straight for the spell section.

"I need to borrow the spell model of [Mage's Hand]."

He spoke to the deacon in charge of the spell area.

He merely glanced at Luo Lin, confirming that he was a first-class apprentice, and said indifferently, "40 contribution points, borrowing time one hour."

"No recording or dissemination is allowed; violators will be severely punished."

Rowling paid the contribution points.

Instantly, the number on the identity badge changed from 172 to 132.

The butler then handed him a cool crystal.

"Simply probe with your mental energy; the memory will be automatically erased when the time is up."

Luo Lin took the crystal from the other person and sat down in the reading area next to him.

He took a deep breath and slowly channeled his mental energy into the crystal.

In an instant, a massive and complex stream of information flooded into his mind.

It is a three-dimensional structure composed of countless fine lines of spiritual energy, nodes, and energy flow paths.

It's the spell model for [Hand of the Mage]!

The model was far more complex than he had imagined, like a precise three-dimensional geometric figure, where every node and every energy channel required precise construction with mental power.

There must be no mistakes whatsoever, otherwise the spell will fail, and may even cause a backlash of mental energy.

Most apprentices would be dizzy and disoriented when faced with such a complex structure, requiring a long period of repeated memorization and contemplation.

But Rowling was different; his "Highly Effective Scholar" expertise once again played a crucial role!

After that massive influx of information, it seemed to be automatically sorted, summarized, and understood.

He absorbed and understood the model's overall structure, key nodes, and core laws governing energy flow at an astonishing speed.

Although it cannot be mastered immediately, its memorization and comprehension speed far exceeds that of ordinary people!