At the moment his consciousness formed the Destiny Ring, it seemed to once again fly high into the sky as if in a dream, seeing the entire world and touching its 脈絡.
Compared to an individual soul, the vast world was incredibly profound, incredibly terrifying, and incredibly immense…
But before he could see anything, he immediately returned to his body, making Xia De, who was sitting on the sofa, realize what he was doing.
Without needing to look back again, the meanings of the two Ling Runes were automatically known.
These two runes represent the soul's characteristics and the world's acknowledgment of existence; they do not lie.
“The core rune at the very center of the Destiny Ring can only be the brass-colored inspiration rune, at least for ordinary humans, because humanity's greatest power is civilization; they themselves have nothing special.
But believers favored by gods, depending on the god's alignment, may obtain golden Miracle and silver blasphemy core Ling Runes upon employment.
Those people are usually called God's chosen or holy children; while becoming a Ring術士 through some special, incomplete employment processes, with the help of a relic's power, may result in obtaining a black iron whisper Ling Rune, but this has great hidden dangers for the soul.”
The doctor explained, his low, slow voice gradually pulling Xia De back to reality.
Because Xia De had completed his employment, Louisa regained the right to speak and added:
“Of course, there are other exceptions, such as powers inherited from ancestors, but this has nothing to do with ordinary people like us.”
Xia De nodded, and seeing him look at the two of them, Schneider motioned for Xia De to drink some tea:
“Your complexion is very poor, which is normal.
The forging of the Destiny Ring is the soul transforming; pain is very normal.
This requires a few days of rest to alleviate.
I didn't feel anything at the time, but that night I couldn't sleep because of the pain, as if someone was banging on a gas pipe in my head.”
Although Xia De didn't feel unwell, he still picked up the teacup as per the doctor's instructions, letting the warm steam caress his face:
“So, Mr. Schneider, Miss Louisa, the number of core runes…”
Due to the voice in his mind, the Outsider dared not easily confirm that he was normal, so he dared not confirm the normal number of core Ling Runes.
Xia De was currently trying to suppress his joy at successfully contacting the mysterious, but he maintained basic rationality and vigilance.
He had already gained trust and could not show his abnormality.
The doctor showed a “I knew you would ask that” expression:
“Core Ling Runes are generally within three, but according to the academy's data, over eighty percent have two.
After all, a soul cannot have only one prominent characteristic, but there are also unusual cases.
The highest record was around the sixth epoch, common era 306, when Zaras Academy had a Ring術士 with 7 core Ling Runes.”
Xia De no longer needed to pretend; he genuinely showed a surprised expression:
“How many Ring術士 did he eventually become?”
The blonde Writer lady shrugged:
“I don't know.
This person is just a minor figure in history, not even having an accurately recorded name.
Oh, I know what you mean, but the number of core runes has little to do with the level of achievement.
The doctor is a common case…”
The doctor then again revealed his complete Destiny Ring, with two brass-colored Ling Runes, Heart Light and Dream, at its center.
“I'll translate; these are Dream and Heart Light.
Generally speaking, the simpler the concept, the easier it is to interpret multiple meanings and develop and create comprehensive Miracles, and the more powerful it is.
So, personally, Dream is stronger.”
Because Ling Runes do not use contemporary language, the doctor translated them, not knowing that Xia De had already interpreted them at a glance.
“I have three, but that's not very special.”
Saying that, a white steam mist also appeared behind Louisa.
Accompanying the heavy hammer's impact, a rotating brass-colored ring with a square cross-section appeared, bearing three core Ling Runes: The Writer, Roleplay, and Another Princess.
She explained the meanings of the three core runes and believed that The Writer was her most useful core rune, perfectly matching her profession as a Writer.
Louisa was proficient in the brass-colored inspiration element, skilled at finding power in stories and legends.
“The language used by Ling Runes is from past eras.
If you cannot find a translation method, you can only ask the owner of the Ling Rune; the owner automatically understands the rune's meaning.
So, Xia De, what about your Ling Runes?”
The doctor and The Writer actively displaying their power was also meant to reassure Xia De, implying he didn't need to hide.
After all, core Ling Runes are related to the academy and major after enrollment.
“Time-Space, Silver Moon.”
Xia De thought about it and decided there was no need to hide this.
After speaking the two words, he indeed saw Schneider and Louisa show expressions of surprise and doubt.
He couldn't say he was slightly smug because of this, but at least he felt a sense of happiness.
“Both are quite broad concepts; this is very good… Regarding Miracles of Silver Moon, the academy has many records, and Silver Moon is also very easy to develop various new Miracles.
This Ling Rune is quite rare, but not obscure.
Time-Space… Are you sure it's Time-Space and not Time or Space?”
The doctor stretched his neck to confirm.
“I'm sure.”
Xia De nodded.
Although he didn't encounter the trope of exploding a test crystal ball due to excessive talent, it was clear that his talent was not very ordinary either.
Xia De controlled his emotions, showing just the right amount of curiosity rather than deeper contemplation; these two core Ling Runes seemed to have some kind of coincidence.
Especially Silver Moon.
“Don't laugh.”
He said in his heart.
“Has Time-Space never appeared?”
He asked aloud.
The doctor and The Writer lady exchanged glances, and then the latter explained:
“Of course it has appeared, but it's quite rare, exceptionally rare.
Even if all recorded instances of individuals possessing this core rune are added up, they don't exceed five.
And Ring術士 who obtained the Time-Space Ling Rune after employment by contacting mystery and past Knowledge, there are probably no more than 100 people in history.”
The doctor looked at Xia De with some hesitation:
“If it were just Silver Moon, we would recommend you join the Mathematics Academy.
You might become a Miracle expert and spell master because of it.
But since it's Time-Space, you will definitely choose the History Academy, become a member of the investigators, join the time exploration team, and seek out those past secrets.
Even if I don't recommend it, the professors of the History Academy will absolutely not let you join other academies.
There is no one more suitable for this profession than someone with Time-Space.
Stepping into past time, you will face more dangers, but you will also know more secrets… secrets about the fallen Old Gods.”
