Chapter 2 What is Alchemy (Part 2)
Six months passed in a flash. Even if the two of them had to refine a new work every day in these six months, they would almost emptie their creativity. Ge Zheng was timid: Jiang is still so hot. This old man is experienced and seems to have endless ideas. I am already at the end of my strength. If one day I can't imitate what he refined, but I can't refine anything else, wouldn't this competition be lost?
Parachelsus sighed: Heroes are young, this kid is constantly creative, I have already run out of light oil. If one day I can't imitate what he refined, but I can't refine anything else, wouldn't this competition be lost?
Neither of them knew that the other party was already harsh and was spending every day worrying about gains and losses.
After racking his brains for half a month, the two of them relaxed at the same time and figured it out: if they lose, they lose. In the past six months, in order to support themselves, they tried their best to think about new ideas every day. Their level has improved rapidly and benefited a lot. Even if they lose, they had to get nothing. Especially Parachelussus, his alchemy level has been stagnant since he became a title craftsman. Unexpectedly, this time, because he was angry with a young man, he actually improved significantly.
In order to compete fairly, Parachelsus and Ge Zheng specially built two identical wooden houses, one room for each. On this day, a shout came from the two wooden houses almost at the same time: "I admit defeat, I really can't come up with a new idea!" Both of them also heard each other's voices, paused, and suddenly burst into laughter together.
Ge Zheng and Paracelsus, from the beginning of the confrontation to the later sympathy in the competition, they really felt like they were friends of the ages.
Ge Zheng sincerely admired Paracelsus: many of the old man's creativity opened his eyes. Not to mention anything else, the bottle of enlightenment potion he drank that could make people understand any language he had just come to this world. Ge Zheng had never thought about it before. Doudou, the magic creature, opened his eyes even more. And Paracelsus was also very optimistic about Ge Zheng. This young man was already comparable to himself at this age, and his future was unlimited. His title of the world's number one alchemist in refining must be passed on to him in the future.
It has been half a year since I came here, and Ge Zheng still had some hope in his heart that he could return to the previous world. Not to mention anything else, the child in the junior sister's womb is her own blood. She is alone in the mountain gate, and even if she is taken care of by her master, she is not as appropriate as herself.
However, during the past six months, he kept asking Parachelsus, and the answer he got was: that summoning was just a coincidence, and the probability was small was negligible. Even if the situation at that time was completely restored, it might not be successful. Therefore, Ge Zheng basically couldn't go back.
Even so, Ge Zheng did not give up and recorded Doudou's summoning magic ceremony. Parachelussus had no magic materials here. After he collected these materials, he would try them no matter what.
Ge Zheng left the grudge in his heart and asked Parachelsus for advice. On the one hand, he was very curious about Parachelsus' alchemy. On the other hand, although he didn't say it, he knew in his heart that if he wanted to return to Earth, he had to start with the magic he summoned. He naturally had to ask Parachelsus for advice. But Ge Zheng had already become a disciple and could not deceive his master and destroy his ancestors. He only asked Parachelsus for advice, but did not admit that he was his teacher.
"Ge, I think you are very interested in alchemy. How about I give it to you? Don't worry, we are just discussing. In exchange, you should teach me your alchemy." Parachelsus suggested. Ge Zheng thought about it. Ge's Jindan Avenue should not be easily spread, but Ge's collection of books is vast as the sea, and there are many classics from other sects, which are just for exchange with Parachelsus.
After a day off, Paracelsus formally taught Ge Zheng's alchemy.
"If you want to learn alchemy, the first question is: what is alchemy?" On the grass outside the house, Paracelsus, with white hair and beard, was wearing a snow-white loose craftsman's robe. Ge Zheng, who was humbly asking for advice, was really like a respected tutor guiding his students.
What is alchemy? Ge Zheng had no idea in his mind and shook his head in a daze. Parachelusus talked: "Some people think that alchemy is the technique of converting lead into gold, which is the most superficial and stupidest understanding. Some people think that alchemy is the process of seeking philosopher stone, which is too narrow-minded. In my opinion, alchemy is the art of elevating certain matter to a higher level, and it is also an art of elevating those who strive to crack material secrets to a higher state of existence through controlling matter."
"Today we will talk about some basic things. As a qualified alchemist, there are three compulsory courses: alchemy, magic, and identification." Parachelsus and Ge Zheng sat on two stones in the morning sun together, not like teaching, but like chatting.
"Of course, it's the most basic. Alchemy and magic are closely related, so you must also know something about magic. Even if you are not proficient, you must understand it. As for the appraisal technique, the work you have refined must be identified by the appraisal technique. Otherwise, whether it is a successful work or a failed work will not be distinguished, it will be a pity. Moreover, after the appraisal technique is practiced to a higher level, it can help you see the subtle world clearly and will be of great help to alchemy."
"In addition to these three compulsory courses, alchemists have a wide range of subjects. The elective courses mainly include: astrology, mysticism, martial arts, fighting qi, philology, cryptography, medicine, divination, witchcraft, theology, etc...."
Ge Zheng interrupted him: "Sir, I can understand astrology and mystery, but I also need to learn cryptography? What other martial arts and fighting spirits? Haven't you told me that ordinary people cannot be able to use magic and martial arts? Since magicians are compulsory, how can they practice martial arts and fighting spirits?"
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Chapter completed!