How to Reform Dark Wizards

After hearing Will's explanation, Bell finally understood.

This is something he certainly didn't consider.

The current source of magic at the Mars Base is a Inferior Philosopher's Stone.

Compared to the genuine Philosopher's Stone, the Inferior Philosopher's Stone is incomparable in terms of both lifespan and magic conversion rate.

Therefore, setting up a barrier covering the entire base was already the limit of this Philosopher's Stone's power. It simply couldn't handle the mineral veins located deep in the mountains.

As for why not bring more Inferior Philosopher's Stone?

Just kidding, the Philosopher's Stone isn't some roadside pebble. Don't think that just because it's labeled "low-quality" it's something you can find anywhere at a roadside stall.

Currently, the Menethil Family has produced fewer than 10 Inferior Philosopher's Stone. Three of them were even used by Bell without permission.

William has often complained about Bell because of this.

"At the current rate, how much Arcanite can be extracted each month?"

"About 1 ton."

Shaking his head, Bell was very dissatisfied with the data.

Although one ton of Arcanite per month is already considered a large quantity, as it is a precious magical metal comparable to Mithril.

It's worth noting that Goblin might not be able to refine even 1 ton of Mithril in a whole year.

However, according to preliminary exploration, the reserves of Arcanite on Mars should be very large, after all, it is a mineral deposit of an entire planet.

Even though only two surface deposits have been discovered so far, it is believed that the "Explorers" who have obtained the data from the Arcanite analysis will soon be able to discover other hidden mineral veins.

So, does that mean Bell has to look at a table full of meat and fish while eating a plain white steamed bun?

He can't stand it!

After much deliberation, Bell gritted his teeth.

"Let's do it!"

Bell took out his Personal Terminal and dialed a number from his contacts.

At this point, Bell can't help but marvel once again at the wonder of magic.

You know, he's currently on Mars! Mars is so far away from Earth!

However, he is able to send videos directly to people on Earth.

Moreover, according to previous tests, there were absolutely no delays or stutters during video calls.

To be honest, Bell didn't know what was going on either.

Perhaps the magic at this moment doesn't move in a straight line within conventional physical space? Perhaps the magic can autonomously jump through space according to the user's needs?

The problem is, the energy consumption when using Personal Terminal hasn't increased, right? Where does the energy needed for space jumps come from?

The more I think about it, the more my head aches...

At that moment, the video call was connected, and a middle-aged or elderly wizard with white hair and beard, dressed in a sharp tailcoat, appeared on the screen.

"Young Master, what are your orders?"

The middle-aged wizard bowed respectfully to Bell and asked.

"Long time no see, Sebas."

This wizard's full name is Sebastian Stovich, formerly the butler of the Menethil Family, and now the Brigade Commander the Special Operations Team. He is one of William's most trusted men.

"Well, Will told me at the Mars Base that they're really short-staffed. I've been thinking, and the best place to recruit right now is probably Knockturn Alley, right?"

"But Young Master, the Dark Wizard there won't listen to reason. They might reveal family secrets."

"Of course, I know they won't listen properly. But it's okay, for those who don't listen, just beat them until they listen."

One hundred men from a battalion were drawn from the Special Operations Team and sent to Knockturn Alley to carry out forced expropriation. The harshest contracts were used; those who refused to sign were all eliminated.

"Scum has no human rights!"

Bell usually ignored the group of Dark Wizard in Knockturn Alley, even though they frequently caused trouble for his family's businesses behind the scenes.

His family hasn't completely taken control of the Ministry of Magic yet, so dealing with Dark Wizard is not something they need to worry about.

Moreover, the number of wizards is already scarce, so keeping those Dark Wizard around can at least make the population statistics look a little better.

But now, times have changed!

Well, actually, times have changed a long time ago.

Since their own need for manpower was so strong, Bell naturally had to give those Dark Wizard a chance to reform. In other words, it was a kind of "re-education through labor."

"By the way, don't tell my father about this for now. Let's wait until everything has settled down."

My own father is always too cautious. If he knew I was planning something this big, he might have to drink a whole bottle of "Living Death Draught" tonight before he could sleep.

This is why Bell bypassed his own father and contacted Sebas directly.

"Yes, Young Master."

Sebas did not object to Bell's clearly overstepping instructions, but simply obediently accepted Bell.

After all, the Menethil Family has its own clan rules, and everyone knows the core members of the family.

After ending his video call with Sebas, Bell stretched and stood up.

Let Sebas handle the specific details of the operation. He's not cut out for it, so it's best if he doesn't interfere.

"Alright, we've rested enough. Let's go for a walk."

Led by Will, the three of them, including Bell, officially began their Mars vacation.

Although this is not a good place for a vacation, it is nothing but sand and there is very little oxygen.

But when it comes to tourism, the main thing is to see something new and exciting. Is there any place on Earth more exciting than Mars?

Just as Bell had predicted, Shanna and Hermione, having recovered, excitedly explored the base.

"Bell, what's that?"

Hermione pointed excitedly into the distance and asked.

"...Stone."

Bell stared speechlessly at his girlfriend, who seemed to have lost her mind.

In this godforsaken place, besides sand, there are only rocks.

"Can I take one back as a souvenir?"

Hermione stared at the large rock with shining eyes.

As expected of Mars, even the rocks are different from those on Earth; they look truly unique!

"... Whatever makes you happy."

What else could Bell say? Let him take it if he wants; it's just a rock anyway.

The base wasn't very large, and Bell and his group quickly left the teleportation area and officially entered the main area of the base.

Every wizard or House-elf who saw Bell and Shanna would stop, bow respectfully, and then continue with their own business.

Hermione was very excited as she watched the House-elf coming and going around her.

Although she had met Lim many times before, this was the first time she had seen so many House-elf at the same time.

However, soon after they left the residential area and entered the work area, the scene that appeared before Hermione surprised, or rather, horrified her so much that her mouth dropped open.