Blood tax

Chapter 374 Some things, only zero and countless times
Griffith took the badge and looked at it carefully.

It looked like a gold coin the size of half a palm, with irregular edges that looked like it came from some ancient time when stamping technology was not yet developed.On one side of the coin is a flaming pentagram with an eye in the center; on the other side is the head of a man with a broad smile and short hair.

The inexplicable composition of the design feels absurd and eerie, and Thalorian's generosity is even more disturbing.

Salorian waited for a while, allowing Griffith to fully examine the gold coin, before continuing:
"Please note, my student, that this is not equivalent to the qualifications of those chosen, and may even place you at a disadvantage and in danger.

"We know very little about this mysterious sacrifice, and we don't even know the time and place of the last one. As for its origin, according to my speculation, it can even be traced back to the beginning of this world.

"It won't be long before you get a word about the trial. The Tiberion will lift the curtain with dark riddles, but will not tell the chosen what they are about to face.

"And you, my student, will you show up wearing my badge?"

Salorian's tone was distant and peaceful.He paced the room, like an old man walking talking to himself, and he already knew Griffith's answer:
"The queen of silver moon and starlight, and the goddess of prophecy who sees all things, they have watched you shortly after the deviant little girl was chosen. You are destined to star in the bloody drama that follows. There is a condition that cannot be refused."

Do all the polymaths and great men in the world like to be riddlers?What can be said clearly in a few words is that you have to go around, since you know my connection with Galadia and know that I can't refuse, just say no...

While maintaining a cold expression, Griffith slandered the Magic Supreme in front of him in his heart.

However, the demigod's initiative, whether based on his status or the urgency of the matter, cannot be taken lightly.

"Your will is my action," Griffith bowed respectfully, "please give me guidance."

This attitude satisfied Salorian.He waved his hand, making Zulu, the orc elite who had been eyeing him, step back, opened the small cabinet on the desk, and put a set of potions on the table.

"Although I don't give you much guidance, I can foresee that our fates will soon meet.

"Be low-key and cautious, my student. What you will face are the protagonists of the old era and unknown trials. Reckless actions will bring danger.

"Some of my achievements may help you."

Griffith took the potion and found that it was three bottles of potion labeled "Plagueis Compound Potion".

The recipe for Preggs Compound Decoction is clearly marked as 1 unit of black lotus powder, 2/3 oz of silver moon grass picked at the full moon, 2 units of dream dust, saltpeter, mercury, and iron files, shriveled wind snake skin , the body of the person who wants to change.

Special effects: It can perfectly imitate the target humanoid creature that wants to transform within 12 hours, changing appearance, voice, body shape, and even gender, but it cannot change extraordinary characteristics.

Precautions are written in neat notes on the medicine bottle: "Since Extraordinary characteristics cannot be hidden, it is recommended to equip a specific sealed item or sacred weapon to imitate its ability when transforming."

This notice text is followed by additional notes written in scribbled notes:

"When transforming, you need to match specific clothes."

"Emmm..." Griffith's expression was a little complicated.Then, he saw the small characters that were about to blend into the pattern of the label——

"For some things, there are only zero and countless times."

Griffith was speechless for a moment.He worked hard for a long time, and finally thought of a topic to prevent his expression from getting out of control.

"My mentor, in my previous battle, obtained some extraordinary characteristics that may hide important clues. I hope to obtain some of the information, but I don't have the corresponding knowledge and methods. Please help me."

Salorian nodded slightly: "A bold and expensive request. I can help you, but I need the crystallization of the characteristics of the extraordinary wizard you obtained in the Odessa operation. They are a shortcut to the mystery."

Griffith immediately took out the crystal of the killed Plunus and handed it to the demigod.

Thalorian took the gem, examined it carefully, and walked towards his laboratory with a smile.

Extraordinary characteristic is an extremely hard spar, even if it is hit hard, it will not be hurt.Only a very strong psionic attack can destroy or melt.

The supreme wizard puts the crystallization of the characteristics of the extraordinary wizard on a special observation instrument.The delicate and slender mithril frame is like the upper and lower poles, and the vertical axis is aligned with the center of the earth, holding up the spar and connecting it with the observer's line of sight and a certain star in the sky.

Salorian observed carefully for a while, then turned to Griffith and said:
"The spar produced by the Extraordinary can shine with the stars at the right angle, allowing us to glimpse the secrets within. Most of them are chaotic memory fragments, and only a few fragments hide true knowledge.

"The image is very small, and it is easier to see the image clearly in a dark environment. If you do not pass through the axis, you will not be able to see the scene, so it is difficult for bystanders to peek. The user can focus on the power of consciousness and explore the deep mystery. But it's exhausting.

"Remember, observation will disturb the information in the spar, and there is usually only one chance."

The Supreme Wizard stopped the curious Griffith: "Not this time. Before you have been fully taught, it is very dangerous to study the crystallization of characteristics. Do you know that every extraordinary path ultimately points to a god. If not If you are careful, you will commit a big taboo——

"Don't look directly at God."

"Yes, my mentor." Griffith accepted the suggestion respectfully and obediently, and did not make any more dangerous attempts.

Salorian also withdrew his attention from the observer and said to him: "I will prepare the corresponding courses for you. From now on, you can come to this mage tower at any time. I will teach you the knowledge of spying on nothingness and chaos. Give you."

……

Frost Day is a full day of celebration, with rare moments of relaxation in full effect both on and off campus.

Griffith did his best to groom himself.He stared at the mirror, squeezed his face, put on his medal, looked at the timer from time to time, and muttered to himself:

"Today, I'm going to attack the front position, but the outcome is unsuccessful. On the far horizon, another vague shadow of the enemy army has appeared. Isn't this the Battle of Teutonic-Rum?
"It's possible if you're not careful, hey, don't mention it..."

In recognition of outstanding students this term, Headmaster Tyberion is throwing a dance tonight and inviting his best students to attend.

For the standard of a good student, Homenworth believes that at least one of the following standards should be met:

"1. The results of all subjects in the quarterly and final exams in this semester are A;

"2. Published a paper as the first author in a core journal in the magic world during this semester;

"3. Remarkable achievements have been made in the field of spell research and practice."

Of course, Griffith, who has made great military exploits and is well-known throughout the school, is not in this range.

His military command professional courses are very good, but the Magic Academy doesn't care about this, and it is enough for him to pass the compulsory courses of the magic department to save face; Several well-known scholars have died, which may not be considered a great achievement for the research and practice of magic spells.

Although Bayeran and Odessa were once hostile, and the latter even tried to summon an evil outer god to descend, the spellcasters remained close as a group.When they knew that Griffith had chopped off the head of Seydlitz, a famous scholar and one of the leaders of the new generation of wizards, stuck it on the tip of a gun and hung it on the spire of the Summer Palace, they couldn't like him no matter what.

Griffith was invited only because in the spring, Griffith served as the clerk at the mysterious meeting held in Homonwarts, and Headmaster Tiberion personally invited him to the ball. Added his name to the list for the Frostfest Gala.

……

Murat and L. S. Er lay side by side on the edge of the corridor, following Nona and Kulala until they disappeared behind the corridor.

It was still a while before dark, and seeing the girls all dressed up and ready to go out tonight, LS's good mood almost flew up.

"Oh, how fresh the air~"

"Oh, what a wonderful life!"

Murat stretched her arms and lazily agreed.

"So, who was invited to the Griffith Ball?" L.S. Er's gaze followed another group of yingyingyanyan girls to the garden, to the warm grass under the sun.

"It's not an elf or a countess, hehe, he invited Nona, I didn't expect that!" Murat couldn't help laughing, "Nona will join us after the ball."

"Huh? Why?" Leslie looked at Murat and asked cautiously.

"The reason is very simple. Each of the two dumb cats has been invited by the principal." Murat also looked at the girl on the grass. Cute, um, Xiao Yugan advocates that at this time, we should bring classmates who have never had the opportunity to attend the principal's party, for example, Nona is so serious, let her four years of study not leave any regrets. Of course, he is right The two spoke separately."

"Oh——! As expected of him! Nona gets along well with everyone, and she won't cause misjudgment. She is a good candidate," LS Er sincerely admired, "I don't know what to do if I change it. The last party Inviting Kulala and Solan, I don't think I have two hands anyway~ Well, I was beaten up."

"Standing on two boats, it's your own fault," Murat nodded, "Lesson, lesson."

These words stepped on L. S. Er's tail, and he jumped up in a "bass": "Who are you scolding!"

"Huh? Didn't you say that yourself!"

"Isn't it great to have an underage fiancée! Isn't it just that the two girls don't usually meet together, look at your complacency! Shameless alchemist!"

"Shut up, I don't! Nona is my real friend, you bastard!"

The two wrestled in the hallway.

……

Griffith sat alone at the long table.Several times Galadia and Sonia tried to bring him into the middle of the party, but the professor and the other guests lined up to greet them and there was no room for them.

This is actually a great thing!It would be great if it could be like this all night!
Griffith smiled with his mouth crooked, and lowered his head to eat his own yellow peach ice cream.At this time, Nona passed by with a bottle of wine, and when she saw no one around, she gave him a thump.

"look at this!"

Nona is wearing a rare evening gown. Her open shoulders and back reveal her vibrant wheat-colored skin, tight trapezius muscles, erector spinae and extremely elastic waist-hip lines that make lace and lace eclipsed or even redundant. Such a flavor cannot be appreciated on weekdays.

She pointed to the necklace around her neck, with a shining sapphire on the silver star ring.

"Yes, this is?"

"Birthday gift, heh," Nona shook the pendant, her eyes sparkling, "it's from Murat."

"Mura?"

"Yes," the trainee knight lady gently lifted the ends of her hair and hung it on her earlobe, she said shyly and proudly, "He was also awarded the record for his achievements in forming irregular cavalry and creative group attacks in a short period of time. Awarded the Order of the Knight Eagle, that's great!"

"As expected of Murat," Griffith nodded in agreement, "Do you have any vacation arrangements for the winter vacation?"

At the mention of this, Nona's expression suddenly collapsed, and she said falteringly: "They have taken back many areas from the rebels. Murat, during the holidays, will assist Isius in managing Verona's new territory... "

Ah, I understand, then he and Iseus' sister, forget it, I'd better not talk about it...Griffith immediately reacted and put on a serious expression.Nona, who was sitting next to him, took a swig of wine for herself.

(End of this chapter)