Dazzling flames shot up from the furnace chamber in an instant, and Shade hurriedly closed the lid above the Furnace again.
After waiting a moment, the drawer on the side of the Furnace opened automatically. The badge, still cooling, lay inside.
Compared to before, the round badge's diameter was only three-quarters of its original size. At the same time, the white border pattern symbolizing the power of an "Angel" had vanished, completely merging into the badge.
The thorns, lion's head, and azalea emblem representing the Duchess of Saladir had not changed. Only the badge itself had gone from dark silver to bright silver.
When Shade picked it up, aside from finding it hot to the touch, he discovered that although the round badge had become smaller and new materials had been added, its weight had barely changed:
"The Witch Detection ability hasn't changed. Since Mithril was added, its detection effect is even better than in the past. It can even detect traces of creations and rituals that retain the power of Witches. Very nice. And because of the Mithril, this badge can now serve as a spellcasting medium. Casting while wearing it can enhance Thaumaturgies that release energy."
Shade was in quite a good mood. As for the badge's effects, "she" had naturally told him about them in his ear:
"Luvia, you can try it a few times too. For example, your Crystal Ball. I'm curious whether it can be strengthened if the metal stand is included."
He suggested it, and Luvia nodded thoughtfully. Iluna, meanwhile, was already impatient to try.
However, neither of them had brought such items with them, so they had to retrieve things worth testing. The three prepared to leave and return home. After walking out of the dilapidated stone house, Shade turned back and glanced