Annan followed Ingrid and left the Bone Farm by subway.

Of course...... According to the rules of the underground city, the bone-raising land at this time is not called the bone-raising land. Just as the ember barren land at this point in time is not called the ember barren land.

Because of the presence of Professor Seti of the Grey, this place is called the Grey Tower. At the same time, it also has the nickname of "Reflection Tower".

This means that the Grey Tower is the equivalent of the Wizard's Tower on the Underworld - and this is actually a compliment to Professor Grey's strength and knowledge, comparing him to the Wizard's Tower owner.

But as far as Annan's perception is concerned.

Even if Seti is not as good as the tower master for the time being, it is already about the same.

They still had classes three days later, so the three of them didn't run too far.

After all, the three of them were still learning rituals and mysteries by Seti's side. The school is only on a three-day holiday, and it would be weird if they traveled directly out of the province.

Except for Setty's wizard apprentice, who was taught by him himself...... The other students who are learning the occult knowledge are all in the same class. And it is a long-term stay in the "school".

Of course, it's to keep it and not to eat.

In addition to the teachers themselves, there are also other students taught by Setti.

Because there are so many ritual masters who come to learn the mystical knowledge, and Seti doesn't charge much here...... In other words, how much it depends on fate. So a lot of people will come and try their luck.

Annan knocked on the side of the road and heard that there were more than eighty students at the same time as him, Ingrid, and Justes. When they attend classes, they use large classrooms similar to auditoriums to learn mysterious knowledge systematically by grade.

- It's much more formal than "dad" with apprentices.

Of course, the curriculum is certainly not as tight as that of a regular university.

They have about two classes a week and graduate in about one to three years. If there is a student with outstanding talents, he will be recruited by Seti as a "disciple" to learn about the transcendental, become a hunter or a wizard.

In retrospect, Nefertari should have graduated from the status of "Ritual Master's Apprentice".

But......

Annan silently looked at Justes in front of him.

Speaking of which, Nefertari said...... She is the only example of a woman who has defied her fate and succeeded.

But for now, Justes is also the one who chose to refuse when he was invited by Professor Gray.

And Justes ended up being transcendent.

Well, Nefer Tali...... Can she really sustain her resolve until the end?

"It's here!"

Justes looked happily at a storefront.

It is written in a very fancy font [Mane Island Special Barbecue]. From the outside, you can see that it is a restaurant that has been remodeled from a "base room".

This is a testament to the strength of the hotel.

It shows that he has already come here when this place is sparsely populated. And he worked until the city became prosperous.

It seems to be called the Spotted Bone Forest.

When Annan got out of the car, he saw the street sign here.

It should be named after the characteristic products that surround it.

There are a large number of curved calcareous columns that look like corals, stalactites, and the backbones of living things, and gradually rise upward. These black and yellow natural products, known as "spotted pillars", are a specialty here.

The black markings are the marks that form when the bone is corroded. Yellow is the oxide layer. If the outer layer of these "bone shoots" is peeled open, the milky translucent, enamel-like layer of bone can be revealed.

This treasure is only born when the depth reaches a certain level directly below the veins of gemstones.

And it's a gemstone in its own right.

This is the "Spine of the Stone Vein" in the mysterious material, which can also be called the "Heart of the Earth" or the "Essence of the Mountains". Not only is it required in some rituals, but it can also be made into a spell that absorbs impact, reduces fall damage, or increases weight.

For example, if a stalker has a spell that reduces fall damage, he can jump on the ground without being easily shocked by the impact to numb his feet or break bones; Heavy Warriors, on the other hand, can also incorporate a large number of "Stone Vein Spines" into their metal armor - this way, they can prevent them from being knocked back or knocked away by enemies. If added to the helmet, it can also effectively resist the impact of blunt objects.

It is also a key material for handcuffs and leg irons used to bind transcendent criminals. Although it is not particularly hard, it can greatly increase its weight if it is mixed with metal - the most popular use is to make "gold and jade" shackles with pure gold.

"Is this directly below the veins of gemstones?"

After ordering the meat, Annan raised his eyebrows and asked Justus, "I remember that this place should be far away from Diamond Island, right?" ”

Justes pondered, "Above here...... It's almost the province of St. Alexey. It should be near the Pillar of Poison Ferns. ”

…… In other words, directly below the Pillar of Poison Fern, there is a vein of gemstones?

This is really something that Annan does not know.

The entire Poison Fern Pillar is not very populated.

It was very desolate, not a city, but a snowy field.

What seems to be a remnant of the Tertiary period, those stone complexes, have been broken into pieces by more than something. The broken stone pillars were crawling with dark green ferns...... And these plants are poisonous.

After I go back, I have to ask my eldest brother to send an investigation team to explore the Poison Fern Pillar.

Annan made up his mind.

…… Of course.

The premise is ...... If Annan can keep his memories and go back alive.

"I'm afraid that the whole world can enjoy the craftsmanship of the barbecue craftsmen of Mane Island and the freshest and highest-quality beef in the country at the same time."

Justes was clearly a little excited.

Annan chuckled, "You look looking forward to it. ”

"I'm really looking forward to it, I've wanted to eat it for a long time!"

Justes patted the table lightly, not daring to push too hard. He lowered his voice and shouted, "I can't go out to eat barbecue by myself—it's too lonely, and you two are busy reading every day...... I don't want to be stared at with pity, 'Oh poor boy, he doesn't have any friends'!"

"It's rare for you to be free today, it's not easy for me......"

At this time, he was not strong enough. It's better to say that it's even a little thin...... It's about the same size as sixteen or seventeen years old, and the high school athletic club is at a lower-average level.

While waiting for the barbecue, the conch-shaped sapphire ring on Ingrid's left index finger suddenly lit up with an uncertain shimmer.

Surprised, she put the ring to her ear and closed one eye to listen intently for a moment.

"It seems to be a teacher. It's a big paragraph. ”

Ingrid was a little embarrassed and looked around: "It's a bit noisy here...... I'll go out and listen again. ”

Annan on the side was almost stupid.

- What is this? How did he do it?

Is this a spell BB machine? Or is it a phonetic message?

Can the idol school still make such a thing?

But at this time, Annan did not forget his main quest.

[Stop Ingrid from acting alone]

Although it feels like the surroundings are quiet...... There are no enemies either.

Annan's left eye also did not detect the betrayer; Frederick's powerful perception as a wizard can also detect the hostility of those around him. And the result is naturally "nothing".

Still, just in case......

Thinking so, Annan also got up: "I'll go with you." ”

"Huh?"

Ingrid was stunned for a moment, and showed a somewhat embarrassed smile: "It's just to take the teacher's message...... I guess it should be for us to bring something when we go back. It shouldn't be a big deal. ”

Justes also followed suit: "Yes, don't leave me alone." If the meat is served, will I wait or not......"

"You'll be waiting."

Annan glanced at him and smiled: "Wait for us to come back, good." ”

"You ...... guy"

Justes muttered.

So Annan followed Ingrid out of the kebab shop.

The doorway was quiet, but there was not much noise from inside the messenger stone - Professor Ash seemed to be in the fountain square, or near the classroom. Noticeable commotion could be heard all around, muffling out most of Seti's voice.

"I still can't hear clearly."

Ingrid muttered.

Annan motioned for Ingrid to hand the ring to his ear.

“…… You guys...... Come back...... Stay safe...... Winter ...... Daughter of the Storm...... Celestial ......"

Still inaudible.

Annan raised his head and frowned slightly.

And...... How can there be such a thing as Winter and the Storm Maiden?

Professor Gray is too inattentive to this...... Why don't you record well, you can't hear it clearly.

"Let's find a quieter place."

Ingrid whispered, "It's still a bit noisy here. ”

"Then there it is."

Annan soon saw a silent dead end.

It was a narrow alley between two high-rise buildings, and there was a lot of garbage in it.

It's a bit of a hassle to want two people to pass. The narrowest part is still protruding, and the two of them can only walk sideways in front of each other to avoid being rubbed against their clothes by dust.

- It's quiet enough, isn't it?