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The Science of Cultivation - Chapter 295: Defending Wave After Wave
Google Docs LinkWith eight wooden puppets that all had overwhelming speed, all Li Lang could do was run. Just because their numbers were doubled didn’t mean they had twice the combat potential. Melee combat didn’t work like that, especially when against a lone target. There was limited real estate around Li Lang that the puppets all had to share. It meant they couldn’t just all attack at once.Still, their additional numbers allowed them to cover more ground. Fewer spaces for Li Lang to escape to, less time to react. It didn’t take long ...
The Science of Cultivation - Chapter 294: Retreat or Press Forth
Google Docs LinkLi Lang took several deep breaths before he recovered from the surprise. When he did, he immediately withdrew his spear from his space ring and was on high alert.Stay focused. Don’t let the sight of a few brutally mauled bodies unnerve you.As cutthroat as the cultivation world was, he thankfully hadn’t been exposed to too many scenes of carnage. The lack of experience dulled his judgement in these moments, but seeing scenes like this wasn’t something he would like to get used to.With his nerves under control, Li Lang proce...
Construction Mage - Chapter 14: One versus Five
Google Docs Link“The more we study the dungeon, the more we are fascinated by it. Each layer is unique in its own way, housing a plethora of monsters of a similar type that are inexhaustible in number. No matter how many we kill, they always replenish in numbers given a few hours. This also means they’re endless resources waiting to be collected, but the problem is always in logistics. The deeper Delvers go, the more distance they have to travel on their way back. They can only carry so much after fighting through literal hordes of monsters...
The Science of Cultivation - Chapter 293: Subterranean Crypt
Google Docs LinkIn the end, Li Lang selected fourteen of the nineteen individuals to join Star Gem Academy. Half a dozen of them had ten or fewer spiritual roots. He had already notified both Wei Ping and Long Yi about what to look out for during their respective recruitment, so the number of individuals with extremely low spiritual roots would only increase once he got back. It would be enough to satisfy the experiments he had in mind for now.With fourteen new people joining the party, Li Lang swiftly told them to return to their homes in orde...
The Science of Cultivation - Chapter 292: Criterion
Google Docs Link“Li Lang, you’re finally awake!” Jun Ziyan urgently called out as soon as she saw her charge come out of his room. “You should hurry up. Everyone is likely waiting for you by now.”“Relax,” the young leader of the Star Gem Academy replied as he tried to contain a yawn. “If they can’t even be bothered to wait a little, then they likely aren’t the type of people we want to recruit.”“Of course, you have a million ways to deflect, but don’t say I didn’t warn you. It’s your Star Gem Academy’s reputation...
The Science of Cultivation - Chapter 291: Radiant Sanctum
Google Docs LinkThe group descended to the nearest cliff near the hanging city, where one of the thick metal chains was tethered. Once they were on ground level, the scale of things became a lot clearer. The metal chains that were able to support an entire land mass where thousands lived were so thick that it could practically fit houses on them.Everyone in the group, except Yan Gao, couldn’t help but gawk out the window of the Skyrunner as their vehicle descended down the metal chain. It was literally like a metal bridge with no railings. Th...
Construction Mage - Chapter 13: Unforgivable False Hope
Google Docs LinkClay didn’t realize what happened as he was suddenly engulfed in darkness. One moment he was opening and chest and the next, he felt himself free-falling in the darkness. Thankfully, it only lasted a second, but a sharp pain coursed through his right wrist when he abruptly made contact with the ground.He knew from experience that his wrist was at best sprained. However, what he was more worried about was how he couldn’t see anything. He panicked for a few seconds before the pulsing pain kept him focused. The first thing he d...
The Science of Cultivation - Chapter 290: Guests from Afar
Google Docs LinkLi Lang nibbled on some biscuits as he listened to the young lady of the Yan family regale tales of recent events within the province of Vermillion Dragon. His attention was divided between the new information and the fine assortment of snacks that were made from Earth-grade ingredients. It was an extravagant meal for him the last time he visited, but now with the Crucible, it was something he could afford to eat every day if he so wished.Still, Li Lang was curious if a storied cultivator clan had developed more efficient techni...
The Science of Cultivation - Chapter 289: Ring
Google Docs LinkLi Lang briskly walked through the morning crowd of Changjiao City, merrily going about their day. As the largest city within Vermillion Dragon, the hundreds of streets and alleyways made it easy for foreigners to lose their way. It made it difficult for people to reach their destination, even if they had a specific address.“Why are we touring these parts of the city again?” Jun Ziyan complained. “You aren’t planning to just aimlessly wander the mortal residential areas of the city until you find prospective candidates t...
The Science of Cultivation - Chapter 288: Getting Certified
Apologies for the slight delay, cheers!Google Docs Link“Here we are, the library,” Ci En said as she opened the door.“Thank you, Elder,” Li Lang replied, though his attention had already moved to the various bookshelves.It was obvious to the elder that he was excited to explore new woodsmithing techniques, so she didn’t mind. Li Lang wasn’t the first one who had been this eager to explore their new perks right after passing their assessment.“Feel free to take your time. I will be back once I process you into our system and have yo...
Construction Mage - Chapter 12: Hopes and Dreams
Google Docs Link“What kind of place is the dungeon, you ask? Why, exciting, of course! The thrill of an adventure with friends, overcoming monsters, and then getting rewarded for it is exactly what I wanted ever since I was your age!”-Delver Darian, answering questions fielded by curious children***Carefully eyeing the two Kobold variants wielding hatchets, Clay assessed their surroundings. The two monsters were standing around the campfire, next to a children-sized tent, all in the middle of the withered forest.If there was one good thing ...
The Science of Cultivation - Chapter 287: Return to Changjiao City
Google Docs LinkIt only took Li Lang and Jun Ziyan four days to reach Changjiao City, the largest city in the province of Vermillion Dragon. During Li Lang’s previous visit, he delivered a certain letter to the Yan Clan that resided here.“We’ve finally arrived. I can’t wait to sleep in an actual bed tonight,” Jun Ziyan muttered.“Hmm, you can go rest in the inn right away if you want. I’ll just be visiting the various guilds in the city, not exactly danger-prone locations.”The woman silently narrowed her eyes at him, as if determ...
The Science of Cultivation - Chapter 286: A Month of Experience
AN: First 10 chapters of Construction Mage are now available! I would appreciate it if you could check it out and leave feedback, so I can improve upon it! You can find Chapter 1 here.Google Docs Link“Aaaaggghhhh!” the deviator cried out.Wei Ping and Long Yi had to do their utmost to keep the man from breaking free of the bindings, tying him to the seat.Seeing how much pain the man was in, Li Lang quickly injected some painkillers into him. He synthesized it just in case, and it proved to be worthwhile. There were plenty of herbs native to ...
Construction Mage - Chapter 11: Kobold Hunting
Google Docs LinkA week quickly passed after Clay had selected his two life professions and created a makeshift toilet seat. He had quickly set the latter aside after learning he had no recipes for them, but the former had turned out surprisingly well.The reason he gave up on finding recipes so easily was because of his determination to only stay in the areas where he was certainly safe, so for now, that meant the first layer. His chances of coming across any skill books or recipes were much lower there until he was confident in challenging the ...
Construction Mage - Chapter 10: Professions
Google Docs Link“The Descent not only screwed up our lives, but our livelihood as well! All these glorious new materials that can only be worked on if you take a so-called class. How dare those once-proud artisans throw away the techniques their ancestors had carefully honed throughout their lives!”“Shh, lower your voice, father. The people from the church will accuse you of blasphemy for being against the Goddess of Life’s intentions again.”-Overheard conversation at a bar between a disgruntled craftsman and his son***“Umm.” The ...
Construction Mage - Chapter 9: Windfall
Google Docs LinkAfter giving Clay a moment to settle down, the talks about reparations continued.“Ahem,” Commander Kayston cleared his throat. “It seems the victim’s side would like one of your skill books as reparation. What do you say to that?” He turned his gaze to the red-haired woman.Alara quickly leaned in toward his companions and whispered amongst themselves before turning to Clay.“Sir Clayton, we unfortunately do not have the skill book you seek. We don’t believe we’ll be able to trade for it either, as we do not have a...
The Science of Cultivation - Chapter 285: Recruitment Preparation
Google Docs LinkStar Gem Academy. It was built within weeks, where changes happened rapidly day after day. It was an organization that Ouyang Jie was proud to be part of.He knew it was something that had changed the course of his life forever, and the past week had only affirmed that. Few could deny that when they witnessed was their new home. Disregarding the strange material his teachers used to construct their facilities, what amazed Ouyang Jie the most was their residences.Ouyang Jie had always been one of the more timid cultivators among t...
The Science of Cultivation - Chapter 284: Name
Google Docs LinkAnother week passed by as Li Lang busied himself with various matters. He was currently working on the formations around the island during the day and synthesizing Neuraflux, the drug that would hopefully restore the cognitive functions of deviators, during the night.Formations were suddenly brought to the forefront of the priority list of things to study once the island was up and running. They weren’t to be neglected as they would not only protect their home, but could also tap into the Qi within the ley lines to increase th...
Construction Mage - Chapter 8: Mentor & Reparations
Google Docs Link“The formation of Delver Guard Regiments was thought to be a clever notion during its inception. However, we failed to account for the variables at play during implementation. With travel between cities proving to be more challenging every day, it was up to each lord to interpret how these new regiments ran. What was once planned to be an order of guards who kept Delvers in check quickly turned into a quagmire of politics between the Noble Hardliners and Uplifted factions. We must learn from this mistake and think twice before...
The Science of Cultivation - Chapter 283: Building Up the Island
Google Docs LinkIf there was one thing Li Lang knew cultivators excelled at, it was building stuff. Throughout his journey in the cultivation world, he had seen countless times where experts would simply wave their hands to erect an entirely new structure in the blink of an eye. Structures that would otherwise take mortals months to years to build. What made that possible were formation masters. Li Lang would know, considering he had been brushing up on his formation mastery.Formations basically borrowed the power of the ley lines to cast power...
Construction Mage - Chapter 7: Dungeon Introspection
Google Docs LinkClay sighed as he gazed out the lone window above him and to the right. There may be metal bars reinforcing it, but it was the only source of light within his cell. The sunlight made the damp, mushy straw underneath him more bearable.How did I even end up here? All I did was go shopping.He glanced around and found several empty cells near him, confirming that the guards working out of this branch didn’t seem to be overzealous enforcers who randomly placed people behind bars.Letting out another weary sigh, Clay could do nothing...
Construction Mage - Chapter 6: Psychopathic Bandit
Google Docs Link“We can’t keep letting these foolish commoners gain power without restraint! It’s getting to their heads! Just this month alone, there have been over a dozen reports about robberies within the dungeon, and likely dozens more unreported. We need to put restrictions on who can become Delvers, while encouraging more nobles throughout the country to raise their levels. It’s the only way to retain our power over the masses!”-A passionate speech by Duke Rainmere, during a royal assembly***A red-haired girl with pale skin was...
The Science of Cultivation - Chapter 282: Artificial Island
Google Docs LinkArtificial island construction was a skill most colonists mastered prior to settling on a planet. They could haul appropriate-sized asteroids and send them crashing onto the planet to form an island. That was the most efficient way, but there were numerous other methods to go about it.Even before mankind made it off their planet, they had mastered several primitive ways to accomplish the same task. At its core, the process simply involved filling the ocean with a sufficient amount of materials. It was something even societies wi...
The Science of Cultivation - Chapter 281: Baiting & Luring
Google Docs Link“I’ll have to rely on you, friends from Sword Saint Isle,” Li Lang said as he gestured for his minders to make their move.Jun Ziyan was just about to leap off the roof of the Skyrunner when her companion, Da Xing, pulled her back. “Leave it to me.”The bald man with a robust build nodded to his brother, wordlessly telling him to look after Jun Ziyan before diving straight into the waters below. The resulting splash barely added to the chaos as two underwater Qi beasts were already making a ruckus. They were both in the ...
The Science of Cultivation - Chapter 280: Klüver-Bucy Syndrome
Google Docs LinkWhile cultivation deviation didn’t exist back in Li Lang’s old world, it wasn’t the first time he had seen damage to the brain like the deviator had.Mother Nature was both beautiful and dangerous. Numerous things could kill you in countless ways. While Li Lang didn’t know the cause for now, he still had a few ideas on how to treat brain damage, particularly in the amygdala and hippocampus.When he saw the results of the auto-analyzer, a certain neurological disorder came to mind, one by the name of Klüver-Bucy Syndrome. ...
Construction Mage - Chapter 5: The Joy of Shelter
Google Docs Link“If it isn’t milord,” Garrick said as he took a seat next to Clay and nodded toward the food stall vendor. “Boss, can you get me a meat skewer along with a slice of bread and cheese?”“Coming right up!” the vendor replied with a grin.“You sure left quite early this morning.” Garrick shifted in his seat to turn towards Clay, causing the wooden stool to creak under his impressive weight. “Hope ya got enough sleep before endangering yourself in the dungeon. Oh, and I got a report about a missing shovel, by the wa...
Construction Mage - Chapter 4: [Mage] Stats
Google Docs Link“Food is the basis of civilization. It’s a shame I had to learn it the hard way.The first few months after the Descent were catastrophic. The chaos of everyone running for their lives, unsure of where safety lay, was still manageable. However, the massive shortages of supplies were not. People fought over every morsel of food, as dozens starved to death every day. I had thought our country was ending. I could still remember the feeling of relief when news of the monsters being edible spread.”-Excerpt from A Chronicle of th...
The Science of Cultivation - Chapter 279: Feral Causation
Google Docs Link“If only Senior Zhu Yi and Ma Kong were here,” Long Yi said, accompanied by a weary sigh.“We don’t have to find the same group of feral,” Li Lang replied. “In fact, I prefer not to. While those guys who had captured Wei Ping are deviators, they seem to retain a good portion of their cognitive functions. I’d rather not start off experimenting with people like that. There’s a good chance they can still be saved.”“Then you’re telling me we’ve been aimlessly searching around?”“No, we’re checking all the...
The Science of Cultivation - Chapter 278: The Wilderness Plan
Google Docs LinkA few weeks passed where Li Lang had been in closed-door cultivation. He only came out once a week to check in with his companions, but otherwise remained within Ruby’s artifact space.This was all made possible thanks to all the Nourishment Pills he had refined in the past. Though he hadn’t been refining as many of them recently, as he had plans to share the pill recipe with any of his students interested in alchemy. For now, he wanted to wait until they settled down in a more permanent residence first.There were various ste...
The Science of Cultivation - Chapter 277: Lunchtime
Google Docs LinkFour hours flew by before Li Lang realized it, causing him to reluctantly pause his cultivation session.Has it really been four hours already? Time’s been feeling shorter and shorter recently.Shaking his head, Li Lang exited Ruby’s artifact space and ventured out of his room to find his friends and students. Heading straight to the mess hall, he surprisingly found it empty.What? It’s lunchtime, isn’t it? Where are they?It wasn’t hard for the owner of the Crucible to locate the presence of others within its premises, an...
