Exploring Technology in a Wizard World

"What's up? Is there something?" Richard asked, sensing something in the Witch Demon Elder's unnatural expression.

"Uh, there is something." The Witch Demon Elder nodded truthfully.

"What's going on?" Richard's expression grew serious as he inquired.

"You know, recently I've been only looking out for myself, not bothering to understand what might be happening at your mine." The Witch Demon Elder elongated his tone, "But... from what I can tell, there don't seem to be any major problems, so... everything should be fine."

Richard: "..."

After a brief silence, Richard said helplessly, "Alright then, Mr. Ah Fu, I hope you pay more attention in the future since this is part of our agreement."

"Sure, I'll keep an eye on it." The Witch Demon Elder nodded, appearing open to advice, then casually asked, "By the way, last time you came, I gave you those seven spells I wrote down for you. You must have studied them by now, right? What do you think? They're among the most adept and useful spells I have mastered."

Hearing the Witch Demon Elder, Richard thought for a moment and replied, "Those spells are indeed powerful, especially the one called 'Banshee's Wail,' which offers significant insights. In the current world, there are spells also referred to as 'Banshee's Wail,' but they differ slightly from the ones you've provided, Mr. Ah Fu.

The differences seem to arise from long-term inheritance processes. Many details have been improved, but some aspects have weakened, which is worth pondering. To truly achieve some results, it will require time and investment."

The Witch Demon Elder nodded and asked again, "And what about my other spell 'Soul Wander'? You were quite optimistic about it when I gave it to you."

"'Soul Wander' is indeed impressive, and I have focused on researching it. This spell is not purely a shape energy magic; it also involves transformation magic concerning the conversion of body structure. Overall, it's complex and applicable in certain special cases, but in most cases, other spells can replace it." Richard thoughtfully replied, clearly having insights into each spell that the Witch Demon Elder shared.

The Witch Demon Elder listened and said, "So, according to you, the 'Soul Wander' spell has no equivalent in the current world, right?"

"That's true," Richard replied. "It seems to have been lost in the inheritance process. The more complex a spell, the greater the chance of it becoming lost."

"So, currently, no one can use it?" The Witch Demon Elder asked, seemingly obsessively.

"Well…" Richard looked at the Witch Demon Elder strangely and shook his head, "At least from what I know, I've never seen any wizard who uses it."

"Then... what about that mysterious organization you mentioned before?" The Witch Demon Elder suddenly chuckled, "You spoke about that organization as being nearly omnipotent. Someone there should be capable of such a spell, right? Otherwise, you might be fooling me—perhaps there's no such organization at all."

"Well…" Richard hesitated slightly, "I indeed wouldn't dare to rule out the possibility that they might possess this spell. But Mr. Ah Fu, why have you suddenly become interested in the Truth Society? I remember you were quite skeptical when I brought it up before."

At the end, Richard's gaze became somewhat probing.

The Witch Demon Elder casually spread his hands and said, "Why, indeed? As an old man, I often think too much when I'm bored. Back then, you spoke so highly of the Truth Society and the Supreme Order Divine Society. Naturally, I became somewhat curious. But it's only a curiosity.

Alright, now that my curiosity is satisfied, I won't waste your time any longer. Based on your last visit to the mine, you're going to teach that little girl new knowledge next, right?"

"Yes."

"Then off you go." The Witch Demon Elder waved his hand, still making mischief, "If possible, teach more and make it harder. Best if that little girl can't figure it out for a week and stops bothering me, asking me about the 'Dog Bone Law'."

Richard chuckled and corrected, "She likely meant the 'Pythagorean Theorem.'

"Whatever!" the Witch Demon Elder rolled his eyes, "I don't care if it's the 'Pythagorean Theorem' or the 'Dog Bone Law,' it has nothing to do with me. I just want to enjoy life here properly. Anyway, just don't let that little girl bother me anymore. Not only does she annoy me, but she also acts like she looks down on me. If I didn't have such a good temper, I would have taught her a lesson long ago to show her my real power!"

"Alright, I'll let her know," Richard said, waving goodbye to the Witch Demon Elder and walking towards the temporary house where Pandora lived a few hundred meters away—Pandora had left shortly after turning in homework, with an expression suggesting she had no desire to stay with the Witch Demon Elder—clearly, the two of them had mutual disdain.

"Tap, tap, tap..."

Richard continued walking away but stopped after seven or eight steps, slowly turned back, and looked at the Witch Demon Elder.

Richard had gathered his earlier expression, his gaze calm and somewhat earnest, asking the Witch Demon Elder, "Mr. Ah Fu, is there really nothing going on at the mine?"

"Uh…" The Witch Demon Elder, who was about to leave, evidently didn't expect Richard to ask this, paused and replied, "How could there be anything?"

"Oh, it's good if there's nothing." Richard nodded, "No news is the best news. But if there's anything, remember our agreement."

"Got it!" the Witch Demon Elder said loudly, "The deal is, if I discover anyone with extraordinary powers sneaking into your mine to investigate, I'll inform you quickly so you're prepared. Rest assured, I may be a bit old, but I'm still useful. The things before, I couldn't recall much because of prolonged sleep. But after waking, I haven't forgotten things so quickly."

"After all!" the Witch Demon Elder paused with a bit of pride, "After all, I dare say, the strength of my soul is rare in this current world. Before, due to weakness, I hadn't fully demonstrated it, or you would be amazed, Richard boy! In a sense, this is wasted on me."

As he spoke, the Witch Demon Elder tossed a marble-sized glass ball between his hands, its purpose unknown.

"Well then, appreciate your effort, Mr. Ah Fu," Richard said, giving the Witch Demon Elder a look, said no more, and turned away, heading towards Pandora's little house.

That was a house built on a small hill; the location was chosen because, according to Pandora, it made her feel secure.

Richard knew this reminded her of her early days in the forest.

Back then, he had just left the Blue Lion Kingdom. Pandora's residence, an ancient castle, was built on a little hilltop, where Gregory also lived with her.

However, Pandora hadn't mentioned this.

Richard had a vague feeling that this time, Pandora upon waking seemed to have indeed matured a bit.

With this in mind, Richard entered the small house.

The Witch Demon Elder Ah Fu, left on the spot, watched Richard enter the house, his eyes flickering, and returned to his own residence.

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