Netherlight Society

Just as Ronan said, A Nan De is the real "genius".

He actually thought of trying to find a common connection between the Star Trajectory, the changing tides, and the flow of energy, and expressing it in the form of runic formulas, so as to realize the mutual deduction of various laws.

Even if a wizard could think of it, it would be very difficult to do, because it requires observing and recording the trajectory of every star, the impact of different conditions on the tidal changes of energy on the Earth's surface, and then sorting out and summarizing the possible patterns from the massive amount of data, repeatedly verifying, deducing, and calculating. It is too complicated. Even with the help of existing astrological knowledge, it would require incredibly amazing talent and patience to accomplish this.

Ronan had no idea how much time and effort A Nan De had spent on this; perhaps it all started when he was just a young wizard.

All Ronan did was rely on his long-term study of the "Primordial Star Book" and his understanding of the ancient Star Chart recorded in it to make some final additions and summaries to A Nan De's nearly completed work.

He possessed the "Primordial Star Book" and was skilled in Star Chart Deduction, as if he had mastered the general outline of wizarding astrology, but lacked the corresponding knowledge base. A Nan De's situation was exactly the opposite of his, and the two of them miraculously formed a perfect complement.

A Nan De's formula was very helpful for Ronan's understanding of the "Primordial Star Book." It was like an indexing method or tool that greatly improved Ronan's efficiency in understanding the "Primordial Star Book" and in higher-level Star Chart Deduction.

The key point is that it also provided Ronan with a good idea, which he could follow along with the formula that was formed in the first set and continue to derive it.

Ronan applied the formula and tried it out briefly. He already felt a huge increase in his comprehension speed, all of which would later be reflected in his proficiency level on the panel.

The formation of the [Star Force Field] brought Ronan a great surprise and delight, but because of the presence of the Astronomy Society, Ronan was temporarily unable to fully comprehend and ponder its mysteries and changes.

During the journey, Ronan unexpectedly discovered that the five members of the Astronomy Society had a subtle change in their attitude towards him.

It's not surprising that A Nan De spends at least several hours a day talking to Ronan about astrology, since Ronan helped him complete the formula. Now, in A Nan De's mind, Ronan has become a "confidant and senior" in astrology.

What truly surprised Ronan was that Ai Wen and the others, whether intentionally or unintentionally, always kept themselves firmly at the center of the group throughout their journey, as if they had already regarded themselves as some kind of "core" existence.

In the dimly lit ruins, flickering with firelight, a transparent, distorted light swiftly passed through the narrow waterway, drawing ever closer.

A figure emerged from the light, removing an invisible cloak as it walked.

"How?"

Ai Wen looked at the person walking towards him and asked with a slightly solemn expression.

The latter replied in a low voice, "A lot, a lot, they almost completely blocked the road ahead. I saw about four or five fifth-tier Khorne Beast and Corpse Demon."

Everyone present gasped, and after a moment, someone muttered a curse, "Damn it! Did we just stumble upon these guys having a dance party here?"

"Ai Wen."

The group instinctively looked at Ai Wen, but he simply shook his head slightly and then turned his gaze to a handsome young man in the center of the group who wore Crystal Crown and had a noble air.

The young man was looking down at a thick book covered with star and moon patterns. A thin, gray-haired young man stood beside him like an assistant. Both of them were focused on the pages of the book and occasionally whispered to each other, seemingly not listening to the conversation between Ai Wen and the others.

"Misha."

Ai Wen walked up, and the young man wearing the ornate crown looked up and asked in a gentle tone, "What's wrong?"

Ai Wen briefly explained the predicament the team was currently facing, then waited solemnly for the other party's decision.

"Five Tier 5 creatures."

The young man pretended to be thinking, his eyes sweeping over the wizards in the Astronomy Society one by one, finally settling on a noble and alluring witch at the edge of the group.

"I can try, I'll do my best to hold off two. And they can't be Khorne Beast..."

The woman reached up and brushed a strand of hair behind her ear, saying casually.

The Khorne Beast is a common type of Lizard Monster found in the waterways. It is physically strong and has extremely high magic resistance. The Astronomy Society members call it Khorne, and it is one of the Magic Creature that have wandered over from another world.

"I"

When Ai Wen heard what the woman said, he wanted to say something too. He opened his mouth, but couldn't get the words out.

Even if all five members of their Astronomy Society were combined, they wouldn't be able to hold off a fifth-tier Magic Creature.

"Then let's think of another way."

The young man seemed unconcerned and waved his hand calmly.

Immediately afterwards, he took out a Star Chart from his Space Ring and called to someone beside him, "Help me deduce a new route."

We're trying to bypass this section.

When Ai Wen heard the words "detour," his eyes lit up and a new light of hope appeared on his face.

All the members of the Astronomy Society stared intently at the two handsome young men, watching them continuously calculate and deduce from the Star Chart. As time passed, anxiety and tension gradually spread among them, while the beautiful woman seemed to remain completely indifferent.

Ai Wen and his colleagues knew how tedious, complex, and difficult the route deduction was.

During this trial, they had seen A Nan De so worried that he was practically tearing his hair out countless times, and each time the simulation ended...

After an unknown amount of time, the two finally stopped talking. The young man looked up and saw pairs of eyes staring intently at him. Somewhat surprised, he asked, "Why did you stop?"

Ai Wen opened his mouth, "A new route?"

"Oh right."

The young man shook his head. "I had almost forgotten about it."

The new route had already been devised, and I thought I had already told you."

As the young man spoke, he casually tossed over a newly engraved Rune Stone, then lowered his head again, focusing intently on the contents of the book in front of him.

The gray-haired youth, A Nan De, clung to the young man like a devoted fan, and could be heard from time to time in a low voice, unable to suppress his admiration and excitement.

"Why didn't I think of deducing from this angle?"

"Mimi Misha, you are truly the most talented person I have ever met."

Ai Wen was at a loss for words, shook his head helplessly, and led the group forward again with the new route map.

Some time later, when the group emerged from another waterway, the Astronomy Society wizard in charge of reconnaissance returned excitedly, wearing an invisibility cloak, and Ai Wen: "We're back on the original route, and those damned things are all right behind us now."

The members of the Astronomy Society, who had been on edge the whole way, finally relaxed completely. Under the light emitted by the Elemental Lifeform around them, they could clearly see Hathaway's contemptuous and disdainful expression not far away.

Ai Wen gave a wry smile. Compared to Hathaway, their group did seem a bit "unambitious."

Ai Wen now understood why Hathaway seemed so outstanding in every way, had become a loyal follower of Misha.

What seems like an insurmountable difficulty to us is, in the eyes of some, as simple as if it were effortless.

Is this the difference between people?

Ai Wen subconsciously turned his head to glance at the young man in the center of the group, his expression complicated, and called for everyone to continue on their way.

"That's fine, A Nan De."

Ronan closed the book and handed it back to the gray-haired youth beside him. "Let's call it a day."

The gray-haired youth looked like he hadn't had enough, but he could only nod, hugging his books and walking aside. "I need to digest this too."

Ronan remained calm, habitually using the Crown of Deep Knowledge to survey his surroundings through the vision of the elemental guards.

Knowledge of astrology flashed through my mind like a flowing stream.

His exchanges with A Nan De were like a process of mutual "nourishment"—he gained basic knowledge of astrology from A Nan De, while A Nan De gained his understanding of ancient Star Chart.

Of course, in A Nan De's own view, this process was more like him unilaterally accepting Ronan's "guidance".

During this period, Ronan made great progress. The [Star Force Field] had completely stabilized, and the deduction of the Expert Level horoscope was progressing by leaps and bounds. He even began to work on deriving the second set of the "A Nan De Formula".

It is more complex and more complete than the first group.

"At this pace, it should take about three to five days to reach the entrance to the Quivada Oasis..."

Ronan examined the route map that had been deduced and silently made his calculations.

There should be techniques for passing the first stage of this "Stone of Destiny Trial".

The Keldim Ancient Star Chart is a key item, which can be used to deduce the operation and flow patterns of energy tides in the waterway back then. It provides many ways to avoid areas with dense monsters in the waterway and find the safest route to enter the Quivada Oasis.

Ronan had been testing this, and it proved to be true. He led the Astronomy Society all the way without ever having a direct confrontation with a single fifth-tier monster.

Just as I was thinking this, "Swish swish swish—"

Hurried footsteps approached from ahead.

The Astronomy Society wizard in charge of reconnaissance quickly turned back, not even having time to remove his concealment item. All he could see was a fluctuating, transparent humanoid figure speaking, "There are people ahead! A Level Five Wizard is leading the team. They look like members of the Netherlight Society."

A wizard also participating in the Stone of Destiny Trial?!

A competitor! Upon hearing this news, everyone in the Astronomy Society tensed up, their eyes instinctively turning to Ronan.

Unbeknownst to him, Ronan had become the leader of this makeshift team. A person of exceptional talent can more easily gain the respect and trust of others, regardless of their abilities or location.

"Take me to see it."

Ronan's eyes flickered slightly, but his face remained expressionless as he quietly beckoned the others to follow.