Sampling Begins

"Looks like counting on this side isn't realistic. Better to rely on myself."

With a large amount of arcane research material and magic network data, although Lin Sheng's mental power had not yet reached the required level, he had gained a considerable understanding of high-level protective spells and ritual arrays.

Under these circumstances, he officially planned to take in more Holy Shadow modules.

After all, soul materialization was an ability possessed only by the main body.

As his mental power strengthened and improved, he should now be able to accommodate more Holy Shadows for parallel computation.

"Hey, mage second-gen. Looks like you're not in a very good mood?"

A pretty blonde girl suddenly plopped down in the seat across from Lin Sheng.

The girl wore a white lace dress. Her long, slender legs were wrapped in thick white stockings, and on her feet were dark purple leather shoes adorned with crystal butterflies.

Her dazzling blonde hair and exquisite features immediately made her one of the focal points of the entire library.

"Mage second-gen?" Lin Sheng blinked.

"Yeah, aren't you one? You rose to prominence thanks to your uncle, becoming an official mage before you were even eight." The girl smiled. "I thought mage second-gens always had smooth sailing. Looks like you have your own troubles too?"

"Aren't you supposed to be studying? I remember your performance assessment is coming up soon, right? What level apprentice are you?" Lin Sheng smiled.

"Level four. I'm not like certain people who rely on their elders. I can only honestly make a living through talent and hard work." Her sour tone carried an indescribable envy.

"Only a level-four apprentice? Then you're still far from level nine. If you want to become an official mage, it'll probably take several more years, right? You'll be so