Late at night, Annan woke up from meditation.

The vortex of magic in the sea of consciousness became more and more abundant, bringing Annan a sense of fullness in his soul, and it seemed that there was only a trace left to become an elite.

Lily was lying on the windowsill next to the silly cat, and a layer of fine snow had piled up outside the window.

The Spider Bottle was placed on the table next to it.

Annan remembered that he had asked some people during the day. For example, Fast, who said that he made the cut because he suddenly became an elite after a battle. For example, the erudite Mr. Victor said that the advancement of a spellcaster also represents a deepening connection with magic. For example, Dean Brehim, who said that when you advance, you will feel your consciousness drift out of your shell, entangled with magic, and they are like a part of your body. At this time, the genius mage will get a glimpse of the mystery, and that mystery may be knowledge, or secrets, or spells.

However, it is important to note that you must be prepared before becoming an elite. Rushing to advance will not only fail, but those who are miserable may also lose their magical affinity.

Becoming an elite has another benefit - meditation will gradually replace sleep, and those archmages will no longer need sleep. Meditation is both a necessary rest and a path to growth.

Mr. Schwaro is an exception. He's looking for a path to legend.

It's just that these are the path of the mage's advancement, and what is known about the elite warlock is only in the book.

The only thing Annan could think of about the existence of the Warlock was the Witch Hunt Organization, and they were still disposable, and they couldn't come back if they asked.

In any case, warlocks and mages are spellcasters, and with Annan's progress, the promotion should be in the next few days.

Annan, who hadn't slept for five days, fell asleep with the Philosopher's Stone of "Dream Princess".

Annan first appeared on the shores of the lava lake, and was caught in a nightmare as soon as he put down the Philosopher's Stone. I also know from Rela's toes that it won't be long before "Dream Princess" turns into a nightmare to torment herself.

"If that makes you happy." Annan maintained a faint sentimentality, "I'm leaving here." ”

The nightmare that was beginning was as silent as a dark pause.

"I'm going on a trip to the South."

The scene changed abruptly, and Annan returned to the shores of the lava lake. Just when he was pleasantly surprised to think that the demon lord was finally willing to respond to him head-on, the male protagonist of "Dream Princess" that was playing suddenly became the face of Annan.

Well, that's the devil.

And tonight's nightmare was even deeper than usual, until Annan woke up, haunting the image of Olmedo's mud-stained toes stepping on his face.

Next, in order to increase his will, Annan moved to the Mage Tower.

As the "master" of Taling, Annan was able to share a portion of the kicker from Lilith.

That night, Annan and Lilith looked up at the winter night sky on the unfinished second floor.

"Lilith, I'm going to start meditating."

They go back to the first floor. After Annan took the potion, Lilith put the hand that was much warmer than ordinary people into Annan's palm.

Annan closed his eyes and calmed himself. He began to channel the vortex of magic in the sea of consciousness that was more active and surging than usual, making the spin quicker and tighter.

At some point, he felt his soul drawn to the vortex of magic and gradually pulled into it.

Annan let this happen, turning into a part of the vortex of magic...... Suddenly, a powerful wave suddenly erupted from the center of the magic vortex, setting off huge waves in the magic vortex. Annan's soul, which was wandering in the whirlpool, bore the brunt of it, being pulled, squeezed, and reshaped by an unspeakable pressure.

Annan's body began to tremble, and his consciousness began to blur, but he was still trying to stay awake. Not many lucky people get the help of Taling when they advance to the Elite...... I have a higher starting point, and there is no reason why I can't persevere.

I don't know how long it has been, the chaotic magic vortex has gradually recovered and eased, and the souls that have sunk in it have gradually awakened.

Annan "saw" the "sea water" around him turn into a haunting spirit, and they seemed to become a part of himself, exuding unimaginable intimacy.

He broke away from the vortex of magic as if he had left the warm waters. At this time, overlooking the magic vortex of the sea of consciousness again, the slowly rotating magic vortex is like a magnificent sea of bright stars.

Annan opened his eyes.

He saw the morning outside the window bright, clear, and the magic that he couldn't feel before wandered through the air like floating dust.

After recovering for a while, Annan got used to this new feeling.

"Am I an elite?" Annan asked Lilith, who had been sitting beside her all night.

"Hmm."

"Thank you."

Annan let go of his hot hand.

"You don't have to say thank you, you are my master......"

What ...... did the dean teach Lilith?

"You're my friend." Annan corrected her, "I'm going back to the City Lord's Mansion now to tell you the good news, are you with me?" ”

"I'm staying in the Mage Tower." Lilith said.

Annan had no choice but to come out of the Mage Tower alone and walk towards the City Lord's Mansion.

An oncoming resident in front of him looked at Annan, didn't pay attention to the front and crashed into the street lamp.

"Be careful......

Annan frowned and reminded.

As the words fell, an approaching carriage crashed into a carriage parked on the side of the road.

Annan stopped temporarily and saw guards coming in the distance before continuing to move forward.

It seems that it is not enough to remind residents to be aware of slippery roads on snowy days, and Ingrid has to hire some people to clear the snow. As for who to let do...... Prioritize old people who have nothing to do.

Around the corner of the street ahead, a succubus with a pile of shopping bags walked out. She saw Annan, her seductive cheeks flushed, and she looked at him without blinking.

Annan recognized her, or rather, every succubus and lust demon in Liberty City: "My face is frozen red, so go back quickly." ”

On the next road, he encountered a few passers-by who fell, and Annan finally returned to the city lord's mansion.

Greeting the guards at the door, Annan came to the second floor and bumped into Leila, who was running out with a fishing rod.

"You ......" Leila's eyes fell on Annan's cheeks and quickly lowered her head, panicking: "I'm going fishing!" ”

"Stay safe on the road."

"Wow, verbose!"

Annan pushed open the oak door of his office, and Ormedo, who was working on business behind his desk, raised his head and stared at him in amazement, his cheeks suddenly flushed.

Annan finally realized that something was wrong with what happened along the way: "Are you guys hot? ”

"You don't see any difference?" Olmedo tugged at his collar and asked rhetorically.

"How do you know I'm making the cut?"

"No wonder...... You go find a mirror. ”

Annan suspiciously took out the magic mirror from the magic ring and handed it to Olmedo: "Is this okay?" ”

"What do you do for me, as you do."

Annan complied, looking at himself in the Broken Magic Mirror.

There hasn't been much change in appearance, except that the skin seems to have been carefully sculpted, as delicate as Lilith's. The real change is in the eyes, the black eyes are now deep, as if there are countless stars flowing, which makes people addicted.

This made Annan can't help but ask: "Magic Mirror, Magic Mirror, who is the most beautiful person in Liberty City?" ”

"Annan."

(End of chapter)