Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Dole holds a meeting with all Wizard Tower members to discuss medicinal herb sources and sales channels in Wasen Fort.
• Dole decides to survey the market and potentially buy a shop for direct sales, but sales staff pose a challenge.
• Dole explores Wasen Fort's commercial street at night, noticing the prosperity and lack of raw material shops.
• He enters an auction house to inquire about the money owed and a high-level forging furnace.

Character Developments

• Dole shows leadership and strategic thinking in managing the Wizard Tower's affairs.
• He demonstrates curiosity and adaptability by exploring Wasen Fort's nightlife and commercial district.
• Aix, the auction house representative, shows enthusiasm and professionalism in greeting Dole.

Significant Themes

• The importance of resources and funds for a Wizard's growth and work.
• The challenges and opportunities of expanding business in a new environment.
• The contrast between the vibrant nightlife of Wasen Fort and the seriousness of the Wizard Tower's mission.

Character Interactions

• Dole interacts with his Wizard Tower members, delegating tasks and discussing strategies.
• He meets and converses with Aix from the auction house, expressing his intentions and seeking information.
• Dole observes and interacts with various people on the commercial street, from nobles to professionals.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Dole meets with Aix, the chief steward of the auction house, to discuss the construction of a high-grade forging furnace.
• Dole learns the cost will be at least eight million gold coins, and he decides to convert his ingredients into potions to raise the money.
• Aix offers Dole two business propositions: become a potion maker for the auction house or let them help acquire ingredients for a fee.
• Dole runs into Molly, an old acquaintance from Ailunge Academy, who is now accompanied by guards from the Marcia Family.
• Dole and Molly exchange a secret gesture, acknowledging each other without openly interacting due to their different circumstances.

Character Developments

• Dole: Shows maturity and restraint, not reacting impulsively to the guard's insult. He's also more confident in his abilities as a potion maker.
• Molly: Has grown more mature and is now associated with the influential Marcia Family. She acknowledges Dole's secret gesture, showing they still share a bond.

Significant Themes

• Change and Growth: Both Dole and Molly have changed significantly since they last saw each other, reflecting the passage of time and the experiences they've gained.
• Identity and Circumstance: Their different identities and circumstances prevent them from openly acknowledging each other, highlighting the theme of societal expectations and constraints.

Character Interactions

• Dole and Aix: Their interaction is business-oriented, with Aix presenting offers and Dole considering them.
• Dole and Molly: They meet unexpectedly and exchange a secret greeting, showing their shared history and understanding, despite their current differences.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Dole completes his fifth large-scale batch of Mental Power Potions, worth 900,000 gold coins, planning to sell only 30 on the market.
• Dole drinks the leftover potion, and Rosa, envious, leaves to rest.
• Dole learns about the herb supply issue and decides to investigate.
• In the Garcia Family, they discuss their plans to win over Dole's team, mentioning Molly's connection to Dole.
• The Aoun Family discusses the situation, deciding to send Glais to cooperate with other families in pressuring Dole's team.

Character Developments

• Dole shows his desperation for money and his dedication to his work, drinking the leftover potion.
• Rosa shows her eagerness to learn and her dependence on Dole's potions.
• The Garcia Family's Lord Wozhuo shows his ruthlessness and determination to win.
• The Aoun Family's middle-aged man demonstrates his strategic thinking and trust in Glaite.

Significant Themes

• Business Rivalry: The competition among families to win over Dole's team highlights the ruthless nature of business.
• Power Dynamics: The families' attempts to control Dole's team showcase the power dynamics at play in their society.
• Loyalty and Dependence: Dole's potions create a sense of loyalty and dependence among those who drink them, like Rosa.

Character Interactions

• Dole and Rosa: Dole shows concern for Rosa's well-being, and Rosa admires Dole's abilities.
• Lord Wozhuo and Selins: They discuss their plans, showing a hierarchical relationship.
• The Aoun Family members: They discuss the situation, demonstrating their unity and trust in Glaite.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Glais, Glaite's younger brother, is a powerful warrior but lacks wizarding talent.
• Glais is sent by his father to establish contact with Dole Wizard Tower due to Zeiss's injury.
• Dole and Glais meet outside the Wizard Tower, and Glais proposes a trade deal for medicinal herbs and potions.

Character Developments

• Glais: Shows his strength and confidence as a warrior, but also reveals his family's greed and arrogance.
• Dole: Demonstrates his pride and unwillingness to be taken advantage of, hinting at his potential power.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and negotiations between the Aoun Family and Dole Wizard Tower.
• The tension between the Aoun Family's greed and Dole's pride.

Character Interactions

• Dole and Glais: Their initial meeting is tense, with Glais trying to assert dominance and Dole refusing to be pushed around.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Dole encounters Glais, who underestimates him, leading to a tense standoff.
• Dole's avatar, a Level 5 Mystic Corpse Worm, instills fear in Glais.
• Dole sells potions at the auction house, intending to buy high-grade medicinal herbs for experiments.
• Sealed Fire, a guest elder of the Aoun Family, apologizes to Dole on behalf of Glais and proposes a new business deal.

Character Developments

• Dole: Shows growth in his abilities, using his avatar to intimidate Glais. He also demonstrates strategic thinking by using his avatar to send a message to hidden forces.
• Glais: Realizes the extent of Dole's power and seeks to make amends through Sealed Fire.
• Sealed Fire: Shows diplomacy and wisdom in handling the situation, understanding the gravity of Dole's current state and the potential consequences of provoking him.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics: Dole's display of strength shifts the balance of power, making others cautious and willing to negotiate.
• Business and diplomacy: The characters use business deals as a means to maintain peace and avoid conflict.
• Growth and adaptation: Dole's growth as a wizard and his ability to adapt to new situations are highlighted.

Character Interactions

• Dole and Glais: Their interaction shows the power imbalance and the tension between them.
• Dole and Sealed Fire: Their interaction demonstrates Sealed Fire's diplomatic skills and Dole's strategic thinking.
• Aix and Dole: Their interaction shows Aix's respect for Dole's current state and his willingness to accommodate Dole's needs.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Dole negotiates with the Aoun Family, agreeing to sell potions at 90% of market price and buy raw materials at 80%.
• Dole encounters Augustus from the Marcia Family, who offers to buy 10% of Dole's monthly production at 80% of market price, but Dole declines.
• Allen, the vice president of the Glory Wizard Alliance, monitors Wasen Fort and observes Dole's interactions with the families.

Character Developments

• Dole displays his strong negotiating skills and intimidating aura, making the families wary of underestimating him.
• Augustus shows determination in pursuing a deal with Dole, despite his family's initial low offer.
• Allen considers taking Molly as a disciple due to her promising talent.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and negotiations between Dole and the noble families.
• The importance of talent and potential in the wizard world, as seen through Allen's interest in Molly.

Character Interactions

• Dole interacts assertively with the Aoun Family and Augustus, making it clear he won't be easily manipulated.
• Augustus and Dole have a brief but tense exchange on the street.
• Allen observes Dole and Molly from afar, considering Molly's potential as a disciple.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Dole plans to establish positions and departments for better management of the Dole Wizard Tower.
• He announces courses for Level Three, Four, and Five Apothecary students, causing a stir in Wasen Fort.
• Andrew and Andre from the Rose Chamber of Commerce arrive in Wasen Fort, aiming to meet Dole.
• Molly sends a message to Dole, requesting a private meeting.

Character Developments

• Dole continues to refine his teaching methods and expects more from his students.
• Washa shows promise and is chosen by Dole to assist him.
• Molly, now a powerful wizard, wants to meet Dole alone.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of power and advancement in the wizarding world.
• The importance of diligence and hard work in improving one's abilities.
• The value of long-term training and practice.

Character Interactions

• Dole interacts with his students, pushing them to improve their spiritual power control.
• Dole and Washa have a mentor-mentee relationship, with Dole showing confidence in Washa's abilities.
• Dole and Molly share a nostalgic moment, recalling their past together in Demon County.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Dole and Molly reunite after many years.
• Molly reveals she's under contract with the Marcia Family and can't leave easily.
• Dole learns about Molly's difficult circumstances and the Marcia Family's interest in her.
• Molly warns Dole that the Marcia Family wants to deal with him and mentions Andrew's involvement.

Character Developments

• Dole: Shows concern for Molly's well-being and offers help, demonstrating his growth into a more mature and responsible individual.
• Molly: Reveals her struggles and resilience in the face of adversity, highlighting her determination and stubbornness.

Significant Themes

• Friendship: The reunion of Dole and Molly emphasizes the importance of friendship and support, especially in the face of adversity.
• Power Dynamics: The major families' interest in Dole and Molly highlights the power dynamics and political intrigue within Wasen Fort.
• Resilience: Both characters show resilience in the face of hardship, demonstrating their ability to overcome challenges.

Character Interactions

• Dole and Molly's reunion is filled with emotion and shared understanding, as they catch up on each other's lives and struggles.
• Dole offers Molly support and a way out of her current situation, showing his desire to help a friend in need.
• Molly warns Dole about the Marcia Family's intentions, demonstrating her loyalty and concern for his well-being.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Dole, disguised, visits the auction house to meet Aix and the Dwarf master, Master Sunny.
• Dole inspects and agrees to buy a high-quality furnace forged by the Dwarves for a higher price.
• Dole plans to stay and inscribe the furnace with magical inscriptions before transporting it back.

Character Developments

• Dole: Shows his business acumen and understanding of magical artifacts.
• Master Sunny: Initially upset about the Dwarves' behavior in human society, he agrees to the deal after understanding Dole's requirements.
• Aix: Acts as a mediator between Dole and the Dwarves, whispering a deal with Master Sunny.

Significant Themes

• The allure of human society (liquor, beauties) on other races like Dwarves.
• The value of sincerity in business dealings.
• The complexity and prosperity of human lands compared to other realms.

Character Interactions

• Dole and Master Sunny: Initially at odds due to Dole's lack of sincerity (not using his original body), they reach an understanding about the furnace's purpose.
• Aix and Master Sunny: Aix acts as a go-between, whispering an unknown deal that satisfies both parties.
• Dole and Aix: They work together to complete the transaction, with Aix winking at Dole as a sign of their understanding.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Dole requests to use the auction house's underground level for five days to shrink the colossal furnace he won.
• Aix agrees, but charges will apply after the five days.
• Nan Wo, the auction house's president, and Master Red Lotus discuss Dole's presence and the need for Red Lotus to oversee the area.
• Dole begins inscribing magic runes onto the furnace to shrink it.

Character Developments

• Dole demonstrates his alchemy skills by attempting to shrink the massive furnace.
• Aix shows caution and respect towards Dole and his avatar.
• Nan Wo and Red Lotus discuss Dole's power and the potential threat he poses.

Significant Themes

• The value of power and influence, as seen in the auction house's treatment of Dole and his avatar.
• The importance of caution and respect when dealing with powerful entities, as shown by Aix, Nan Wo, and Red Lotus.

Character Interactions

• Aix and Dole reach an agreement for Dole to use the auction house's underground level.
• Nan Wo and Red Lotus discuss Dole's presence and the need for Red Lotus to oversee the area.
• Dole begins working on the furnace, demonstrating his alchemy skills.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Dole begins condensing magic runes for the auction house's transaction.
• Red Lotus, a sixth or seventh-level wizard and the auction house's security supervisor, visits Dole.
• They exchange pleasantries, and Red Lotus offers assistance, which Dole declines.
• Red Lotus leaves and decides to inform the city lord's residence about Dole.

Character Developments

• Dole demonstrates his exceptional skill in condensing magic runes, impressing Red Lotus.
• Red Lotus reassesses Dole after meeting him, acknowledging his genuine confidence and abilities.
• Dole reveals his wariness and caution, hinting at his past experiences.

Significant Themes

• The importance of strength and ability in gaining respect and confidence.
• The power dynamics between different levels of wizards and their influence on society.
• The potential consequences of Dole's actions and the attention he draws.

Character Interactions

• Dole and Red Lotus meet for the first time, leading to a brief but significant conversation.
• Red Lotus is impressed by Dole's skills and offers assistance, showing her interest in building a relationship with him.
• Dole declines Red Lotus's offer, maintaining his independence and caution.
• Red Lotus decides to inform the city lord's residence about Dole, indicating her recognition of his potential and the need for the city lord to take notice.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Dole successfully refines a level six furnace, upgrading his wizard tower.
• Dole applies to teach advanced potion-making courses at Wasen Fort's wizard academy.
• The Glory Wizard Alliance approves Dole's application, causing a stir among Wasen Fort's wizards.
• Over a hundred level-four potion makers apply to attend Dole's courses.

Character Developments

• Dole demonstrates his alchemy talent by refining a level six furnace.
• Dole shows his resolve to teach advanced potion-making courses, disrupting the status quo.

Significant Themes

• The power of knowledge and education in advancing one's skills.
• The impact of a single individual (Dole) on an entire community (Wasen Fort's wizards).

Character Interactions

• Dole interacts with the Glory Wizard Alliance, who approve his application.
• Dole's actions cause a stir among Wasen Fort's potion makers, both positively (applicants) and negatively (opponents).

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Temple of Life, an underground organization of the Church of Light, is interested in Dole's potential and plans to infiltrate and recruit him.
• The Apothecary Guild discusses Dole's teaching plans, with some elders expressing concern about his arrogance and lack of experience.
• Apothecaries rush to sign up for Dole's courses, seeing it as an opportunity to learn and advance their skills.
• Dole's courses are seen as a long-term opportunity, with no specified term length.

Character Developments

• The middle-aged man from the Temple of Life is determined and ambitious, willing to take matters into his own hands to recruit Dole.
• The Apothecary Guild elders are initially skeptical of Dole but acknowledge his potential and the Wizard Alliance's support.
• Apothecaries are eager to learn and advance, seeing Dole's courses as an opportunity to improve their skills and status.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and potential recognition (Temple of Life's interest in Dole)
• Competition and advancement in the apothecary profession
• The tension between tradition and innovation (Apothecary Guild elders' views on Dole)

Character Interactions

• The middle-aged man from the Temple of Life interacts with his subordinates, displaying his authority and determination.
• Apothecary Guild elders discuss Dole among themselves, expressing their concerns and opinions.
• Apothecaries interact with each other, sharing information and deciding to sign up for Dole's courses.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Morris attends a banquet and is offered resources but no future, leading him to accept a noble's daughter, Lilia, as his apprentice.
• Dole begins teaching at his wizard tower, with many students bringing servants, causing him to enforce a strict no-servants policy.
• A student challenges Dole's authority, resulting in a confrontation and the student's expulsion.

Character Developments

• Morris: Becomes an alchemy teacher and takes on Lilia as an apprentice, showing a desire for power and influence.
• Dole: Demonstrates his authority and power as the owner of the wizard tower, enforcing rules and punishing those who disrespect him.
• Lilia: Shows cunning and manipulation, aiming to learn from Morris while keeping him at arm's length.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and hierarchies within the magical community.
• The importance of respect and authority in maintaining order.
• The struggle between ambition and morality in the pursuit of knowledge and power.

Character Interactions

• Morris and Lilia: Morris takes Lilia as an apprentice, but she manipulates him while keeping her true intentions hidden.
• Dole and the students: Dole enforces strict rules and punishes those who disrespect him, establishing his authority as the teacher and owner of the wizard tower.
• The students among themselves: Some students bring servants, causing tension and disrupting the learning environment, while others follow Dole's rules without question.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Dole, the lecturer, faces resistance from wealthy students who question his motives and demand special treatment.
• Dole demonstrates his power by expelling a fifth-grade apothecary and two fifth-grade wizards who refuse to leave.
• The Glory Wizard Alliance's inspectors intervene, preventing the expelled wizards from retaliating.
• Dole begins his lesson on extracting methods for fifth-grade herbs.

Character Developments

• Dole: Establishes his authority and power, showing he won't tolerate disrespect or disruption in his classroom.
• Kuru (fifth-grade apothecary): Shows disrespect, gets injured, and is expelled.
• Two unnamed fifth-grade wizards: Refuse to leave, get expelled, and are deterred by the inspectors from seeking revenge.

Significant Themes

• Respect and authority in the academic setting.
• Power dynamics and the consequences of defying authority.
• The importance of focus and dedication in learning.

Character Interactions

• Dole asserts his dominance over the students, showing no favoritism or tolerance for disruption.
• Kuru and the two wizards challenge Dole's authority, leading to their expulsion.
• The inspectors intervene, showing their power and support for Dole's actions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A group of pharmacists visit Dole Wizard Tower for a lesson from Dole, who is renowned for his potion-making skills.
• Dole teaches a precise and effective method for extracting ingredients from level-five medicinal materials.
• After the lesson, Dole warns the pharmacists not to bring others or servants to his classes, causing some to realize the extent of his power.
• The pharmacists discuss job opportunities with each other, and some consider seeking patronage from the City Lord's Manor.
• Dole's avatar leaves the tower after returning the items to the laboratory.
• Jack, a promising pharmacist from the City Lord's Manor, returns home and shares his experience with his teacher.

Character Developments

• Dole: Establishes himself as a formidable figure in potion-making, with exceptional teaching methods and precise control over his mental force.
• Jack: Realizes the depth of Dole's skills and the potential of the Vortex Method, leading him to practice it further.

Significant Themes

• Power and Respect: Dole's power and influence command respect from the visiting pharmacists.
• Knowledge and Skill: The pharmacists seek to learn from Dole to improve their own skills and refine higher-level potions.
• Patronage and Ambition: Some pharmacists look for patrons to advance their careers, while others aim to become independent level-five pharmacists.

Character Interactions

• Dole and the Pharmacists: Dole teaches the pharmacists, demonstrating his expertise and setting boundaries for his classes.
• Pharmacists among Themselves: They discuss job opportunities, seek patronage, and share their thoughts on Dole's teachings and the Vortex Method.
• Jack and His Teacher: Jack shares his experience with Dole's lesson, and his teacher provides guidance and insights into Dole's true abilities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jack learns the Vortex Method from his teacher, which allows him to control thousands of wind blades simultaneously, reminiscent of a powerful storm spell.
• Dole receives news that all members of the Youth Plan have advanced by a minor realm after their return.
• Dole visits the Zonglu Garden slave market, accompanied by Aix, to purchase capable subordinates for his wizard tower.

Character Developments

• Jack shows dedication and understanding of the Vortex Method, demonstrating his growth as a student.
• Dole exhibits his growing influence and demand in the wizarding world, attracting the attention of powerful families.
• Aix shows loyalty to the Rhine Family and attempts to connect Dole with them.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics and politics within the wizarding world, as Dole attracts the attention of various families.
• The exploitation and treatment of slaves, as Dole visits the Zonglu Garden slave market.

Character Interactions

• Jack and his teacher discuss the Vortex Method, showcasing their mentor-mentee relationship.
• Dole and Aix interact, with Aix attempting to connect Dole with the Rhine Family and offering to take him to the slave market.
• Dole encounters Andrew and Andre from the imperial capital at the slave market, highlighting the tension between them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Dole and Aix enter Zonglu Garden, a slave market for powerful individuals.
• Dole intends to buy young, untrained wizards to serve in his tower.
• Andrew and Andre, representatives of the Rose Chamber of Commerce, confront Dole, demanding he acknowledge their past favors and serve their Third Prince.

Character Developments

• Dole: Maintains his composure and stands his ground against Andrew and Andre, asserting his independence and refusing to be coerced.
• Andrew: Tries to maintain a calm demeanor but struggles to keep his anger in check, revealing his true colors.
• Andre: Quick to anger, threatens Dole openly, and is easily provoked.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and manipulation: The Rose Chamber of Commerce attempts to control Dole, highlighting the power imbalance between them.
• Independence and autonomy: Dole asserts his independence and refuses to be controlled by the Rose Chamber of Commerce.
• Business ethics: Dole draws a clear line between fair trade and coercion, emphasizing the importance of ethical business practices.

Character Interactions

• Dole vs. Andrew and Andre: Dole remains calm and collected, refusing to be intimidated by Andrew and Andre's threats and demands.
• Rupert and Aix: Rupert, the second-in-command of Zonglu Garden, is initially unaware of the situation but quickly understands the dynamics between Dole and the Rose Chamber of Commerce with Aix's help.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Dole rejects the Andre brothers' offer to cooperate, dismissing them publicly.
• Dole visits a slave market, where he encounters slaves from a defeated noble household.
• Dole selects slaves with Wizard talent under the age of 15 to serve in his Wizard Tower.

Character Developments

• Dole demonstrates his independence and confidence, refusing to cooperate with the Andre brothers despite their attempts to intimidate him.
• Dole shows compassion and foresight in selecting slaves, prioritizing those with Wizard talent who can potentially improve their status in the future.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and the wizarding system's influence.
• The harsh reality of slavery and the potential for redemption.

Character Interactions

• Dole interacts with the Andre brothers, dismissing their attempts to cooperate.
• Dole interacts with the slaves, selecting those with Wizard talent to serve in his Wizard Tower and offering them hope for a better future.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Dole, a wizard, buys three children with special talents for 600,000 gold coins at Zonglu Garden.
• Dole encounters Andrew in the main hall, who is there to buy a slave.
• The Sikong Family's middle-aged expert, Xun, and Duke confront Dole, accusing him of framing them.
• Dole provokes the Sikong Family, threatening war if they continue to provoke or frame him.

Character Developments

• Dole: Shows his willingness to take risks and provoke conflict to establish his power and intimidate potential enemies.
• Aix: Attempts to mediate the conflict but is surprised by Dole's provocative behavior.
• Xun and Duke: Become more desperate and reckless in their attempts to frame Dole.
• The middle-aged Sikong Family expert: Struggles to understand Dole's nature and is provoked by Dole's threats.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and intimidation: Dole uses his power and influence to intimidate potential enemies and establish his dominance.
• Risk-taking: Dole is willing to take risks to achieve his goals, even if it means provoking powerful enemies.
• Framing and provocation: The Sikong Family attempts to frame Dole, while Dole provokes them to reveal his power and intimidate them.

Character Interactions

• Dole and Aix: Dole ignores Aix's attempts to dissuade him from provoking the Sikong Family, instead using the opportunity to reveal his power and intimidate them.
• Dole and the middle-aged Sikong Family expert: Dole provokes the expert, threatening war if the Sikong Family continues to provoke or frame him.
• Dole and Xun/Duke: Dole dismisses Xun and Duke as "trash," further provoking the Sikong Family.