Manor Affairs

[Stuart Manor - Underground Area]

A thick layer of detailed experimental guidelines, pre-drawn by Han Dong, was handed to Dr. Swollen.

Besides the most basic experimental setup and material proportions.

This also includes alchemical signatures used to carry out polycyclic reactions.

There are as many as nine experimental approaches, which Dr. Swollen needs to try one by one to finally select the optimal experimental method.

It's been several months since I last saw you.

Due to the integration of the Grand Lord's metal gear structure, the Doctor's brain has evolved, with its overall size increasing... His strength has reached the level of the Grand Lord.

There are faint signs that it is advancing to the level of [Otherworldly Demon].

Thanks to his highly developed brain, Dr. Swollen was able to quickly understand Han Dong's explanation of antidepressants in a short period of time.

"Alright... The main purpose is to stimulate the brain to secrete this substance. I will begin a comprehensive study soon, and I will report any progress to you immediately."

However, if adults want to innovate and manufacture this kind of stress-relieving drug, they will likely need to invest a lot of money in the early stages... and the risk of losing money is also very high.

"It doesn't matter."

Han Dong had finally figured something out: whether he made money or not didn't matter, as long as he had Demps as a source of financial support... and this investment was very meaningful.

"Alright, everything will be done as Lord Emissary."

In your bedroom, I have also placed a simple experimental setup for you to conduct related experiments.

If you stay here these next few days, we can communicate with you at any time.

"Um."

Han Dong took a full ten days off from the city this time, in addition to conducting research on antidepressants.

There are other important things too.

A meeting of the Crow people was held.

Han Dong presided over the meeting in his capacity as both the Yellow Robe Emissary and the owner of the manor.

The first issue raised was about the selection of [Otherworldly Demons].

Although it will be another year or two before Han Dong breaks through to the next level, preliminary preparations can already begin.

Moreover, Han Dong's requirements were very clear... Han Dong was not satisfied with ordinary life forms outside the city; he wanted to use [Otherworldly Demons] as the foundation for breaking through the barrier.

Han Dong plans to have the Crow People search the "Gayn Forest" to find the otherworldly demons who also live in this forest and collect relevant data.

Later, the search area was gradually expanded, and once information about the alien demons was collected, it was sent back to Han Dong for screening.

During the meeting, the Crow Person Elder with a ring of blue feathers around his neck suddenly raised his hand, indicating that he had something to say.

"May I ask, sir, are you planning to select a suitable demon for [seed breaking]?"

"Yes... but it will take another 1 to 2 years."

"Since you are able to fuse with the Duoze Crow and unleash Dark Magic related to the Raven People, it means that our Raven People race is very compatible with your attributes."

"It is an honor for me Mizya, to be a part of you, sir..."

This Crow Person Elder Mizya was willing to offer himself up.

This also surprised Han Dong. Their voluntary appearance and Han Dong's demand for their sacrifice were two different things... Breaking the species required completely draining the individual's essence, which was no different from death.

"Elder, I have considered this point... However, I am not only proficient in Crow Person Magic, I am inclined to be an all-around demonic individual."

Moreover, the elders present here have spent over a hundred years to reach their current level, and you are all important members of my manor.

I cannot and do not wish for you to perish.

"Alright! We will do our best to find a suitable [Otherworldly Demon] for you, sir."

In subsequent meetings.

Han Dong also proposed to renovate and expand the manor based on population changes.

In the time that follows.

Han Dong lives in his own private bedroom inside the castle.

Sometimes, Dr. Swollen would come directly to the room through a secret passage to discuss experimental issues with Han Dong.

Using the knowledge he possessed during his lifetime, Han Dong sometimes only needed to give Dr. Swollen a gentle nudge to enlighten him.

The doctor was filled with admiration for Han Dong, the Lord Emissary.

However, sometimes, Dr. Swollen's approach to biopharmaceuticals, which is easier to get blocked, is also very interesting, gradually improving the pharmaceutical process.

With the extra time remaining, Han Dong invited the Crow Person Elder to his room to discuss some things about Dark Magic.

Han Dong seemed to have a unique idea and planned to seek confirmation from the Crow Person Elder.

The person invited was none other than Elder Mizya, who had proposed the idea of self-sacrifice during the meeting.

"My lord, you seem completely different from when you last came... your left arm."

The elder's eyes, hidden beneath the feathers, could see through many things; he simply hadn't mentioned Han Dong's changes at the meeting.

"Hmm... that's why I refused you. There are two systems of Dark Magic that I'm proficient in. One is the Crow People... and the other is this."

Han Dong raised his left arm and gently squeezed it.

Strands of yellow sand immediately coalesced in his palm, forming an incredibly hard scarab beetle.

"Sand..."

When the Mizya through its feathered eyes and got a close look at Han Dong's left arm...

It could see a magical pattern it had never seen before and could not understand... and could even vaguely see the face of a terrifying mummy in it.

"Sir, your arm is probably thousands of years old, isn't it?"

"Hmm... I need to ask you, Elder, to verify something."

Since I am currently proficient in two different systems of Dark Magic, I feel it's too complicated... Is it possible to merge the two magic systems?

I tried mixing crows with yellow sand in private, but I couldn't succeed.

"The roots of Dark Magic are the same. The reason you couldn't succeed is because the two types of magic are at different levels... The Yellow Sand System attached to your arm is at a very high level."

Even the simplest Yellow Sand Secret Art is considered an advanced form of Dark Magic.

However, my lord Crow Sorcery you currently control are only basic; you naturally cannot fuse spells of different levels.

"May I ask how long you've been out of town this time, sir?"

"Ten days."

"With your talent, you should be able to learn one or two advanced Crow Person Magic. I will compile the rest into a book for you to take back to the city to continue your studies."

"Good!"

"In addition, sir, since you have not yet broken through to the seed level, some basic Dark Magic is sufficient for your use."

Advanced spells like these consume a lot of energy... Your current energy reserves make it difficult to use such advanced spells for extended periods.

"Yes, I know... I will use it appropriately."

Next, Mizya explained the various advanced Crow Person Magic systems to Han Dong in detail.

Including highly aggressive Dark Burst,

Or perhaps the Crow's Eye, capable of conducting reconnaissance over an extremely wide area.

Or perhaps the Crow Feather Shield, which provides powerful defense.

Ultimately, Han Dong chose an advanced spell type.

"Life Siphon" and "Life Drain"

This is precisely the type of thing Elder Mizya excels at.