Chat Group: In the World of Eminence in Shadow, Just Defeated Shadow

Chapter Eleven: Heading to the K World (Seeking Flowers, Seeking Evaluation Votes)

At the same time, Bai Luo and Xue Ji were advancing towards the ruins of the lost Ancient Capital when a figure swiftly traversed the Northern Mountains. It was Cid, who had just battled Bai Luo.

“Cough! Cough cough cough!”

The boy leapt through an open window, collapsing onto the floor of his room as soon as he landed.

His body was covered in cracks, with copious amounts of blood flowing out, pooling on the floor.

“Hahaha.”

Despite this, Cid paid no attention: “Truly, I’m in a sorry state.”

There was no anger over this defeat.

Instead, Cid felt genuine joy.

“There’s no way I can match up against that guy.”

Cid never considered himself a good person, or rather, his position leaned more toward the antagonist side.

Thus, Bai Luo’s existence made perfect sense.

“That guy must be the original protagonist of this world, right?”

Cid firmly believed in his judgment: “What an monstrous amount of magic power, I almost died.”

In Cid’s imagination, every story has a protagonist and an antagonist.

He originally thought he was already quite strong.

Now it seemed that Cid’s narrow perspective had been shaped by his bald father.

“I still need to work harder.”

Cid decided to put in more effort in the future, at least not like this time.

After all, he wanted to achieve his dream of becoming a Shadow Skill User and live freely until the age of 300.

Cid wasn’t an evil person.

He fundamentally differed from the typical transmigrators or otherworldly reincarnates that Bai Luo knew.

Cid’s thoughts were purely about fulfilling his middle-school fantasy.

As for revenge against Bai Luo, he found it utterly meaningless.

“And isn’t it great?”

“Heroes and villains, justice seekers and shadow wielders.”

Cid wasn’t afraid of death.

Compared to the length of life, he yearned for a spectacular finale.

Of course, Cid wouldn’t actively seek trouble with Bai Luo; that wasn’t what a Shadow Skill User should do.

A villain should wait for the hero to come and defeat them.

“But before that, I have to become stronger.”

Cid eagerly anticipated his destined confrontation with Bai Luo. He couldn’t accept meeting again only to be easily crushed by Bai Luo like this time.

He was the villain!

If the villain didn’t even possess the strength worthy of the hero, wouldn’t that be too pathetic?

However, Cid didn’t know that Bai Luo wasn’t someone he could reach simply through talent and effort.

With Bai Luo already possessing a Lucky Item, he now also had access to a chat group that allowed communication with other worlds.

Combined, these advantages left so-called “chosen ones” far behind.

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Time passed into the next day, and Bai Luo led Xue Ji, Hong Ye, and more than thirty Beast People children through the dense forest.

A powerful magical reconnaissance enveloped the surroundings, covering every blade of grass under Bai Luo’s surveillance.

Their steps were swift, unaffected by the terrain or bushes.

“It seems we won’t need half a month; at most, in seven to eight days, we’ll enter the Alexandrian Mountains.”

During a break, Bai Luo instructed Hong Ye to arrange camp and food matters while he took Xue Ji aside.

The young girl followed Bai Luo without needing any prompting.

Thus, after traveling all day, they finally set up camp in a cave Bai Luo had excavated and started cooking dinner as night fell.

“Master Bai Luo?”

At night, Xue Ji followed Bai Luo, unsure why he had called her out alone.

To her recognized master, regardless of Bai Luo’s demands, even if it meant offering herself, Xue Ji would not hesitate.

Of course, Bai Luo definitely had no such intention.

This wasn’t because Xue Ji wasn’t attractive, but rather Bai Luo did not look down on her.

On the contrary, Xue Ji had the highest beauty among the group, ranking top in the entire Beast People nation.

Just she was still too young, at fourteen, far from the seductive maturity depicted in anime.

Even if something were to happen, it would need to wait a few years.

“That Moon Dan fellow wasn’t wrong about one thing.”

Bai Luo spoke, facing away from Xue Ji: “To survive better in this world, one must possess sufficient strength.”

“I don’t agree with his theory of plunder, but to protect oneself and those important to us, getting stronger is the only choice.”

“Please grant me the strength to protect the important people!”

Listening to Bai Luo, Xue Ji clenched her fists, recalling the slaughtered village, her kin, her deceased mother, and the crazed Moon Dan.

“I don’t want to experience such pain again!”

Xue Ji understood that Bai Luo bringing her out alone must mean he expected something from her.

She didn’t want to disappoint Bai Luo or let Hong Ye and others down.

“I will teach you how to use magic power.”

Bai Luo said: “You’ve probably noticed that my control over magic power is much finer compared to others, haven’t you?”

“Yes.”

“To be honest, neither you nor that child ever crossed my mind when thinking about someone whose magic power could be so formidable.”

Xue Ji admitted humbly, realizing at fourteen she couldn’t even match a seven or eight-year-old human child.

The power both displayed had completely overturned her understanding of what constituted strength.

That kind of destructive force capable of annihilating an entire village with a mere gesture was akin to a natural disaster.

“Powerful magic…”

“Xue Ji, you’re both right and wrong.”

“In this world, indeed, having stronger magic power equates to greater strength.”

Enhancing magic control to SR level brings not only refined operations but also various knowledge applications of magic power.

Because of this, Bai Luo could guide Xue Ji.

“However, this statement isn’t entirely accurate.”

Why are Ying and the Seven Shadows so powerful?

Because they know how to better manipulate their own magic power.

Between two people with equal magic power, the one who controls it more precisely is naturally stronger than the one using it coarsely.

“Xue Ji, watch.”

Bai Luo extended his palm, gathering a silver-white magical flame in the center: “This is simple magic release.”

“And this, is magic compression!”

Before Xue Ji’s eyes, Bai Luo compressed the original magic power, turning it into a light orb the size of a ping-pong ball.

“Do you feel anything?”

“The density of magic power has increased nearly tenfold!”

“That’s correct.”

Bai Luo nodded: “This is the most basic application of magic control. By compressing it, the density of magic power increases, making it harder and stronger.”

This technique was known to Xue Ji.

But there was no way she could achieve what Bai Luo did—compressing ten units of magic power into one, enhancing its intensity tenfold.

This required terrifying mastery over magic power.

This single point alone was enough to stump most people in the world.

“Compression is one of the simplest uses of magic.”

Bai Luo lifted both hands, holding a magic flame in the left and a magic sphere in the right.

The next moment, the magic on both sides began to burn simultaneously.

“Igniting magic power, transforming it into internal energy, thus gaining faster speed and greater strength.”

Yet, the energy released from igniting the same amount of magic power before and after compression was vastly different.

“At least three times the difference!”

Xue Ji realized this, her intelligence pleasing Bai Luo greatly.

Teachers always prefer intelligent students.

“You’re right. Compressing magic power significantly enhances its utilization efficiency.”

Bai Luo continued operating: “But what I intend to teach you isn’t this crude manipulation technique.”

Then Bai Luo’s magic flame in his palm blossomed like a flower before Xue Ji’s eyes.

Strands of magic power, varying in thickness, danced in the air under Bai Luo’s command.

“What is this?!”

Xue Ji’s face showed disbelief. She recognized it—it was the ultimate display of magic power Bai Luo had shown during his battle with Cid.

She initially thought it was the result of their powerful magic.

But now she saw how limited her view had been.

“So, it’s like this.”

Xue Ji understood: “We were all wrong.”

“While continuously increasing magic power does make one stronger, practicing swordsmanship and other skills can allow one to grasp deeper magic applications.”

Xue Ji: “But compared to the method Master Bai Luo demonstrated, the improvement in strength is too inefficient.”

Within the same time frame, one person might increase their magic power by one fold.

Another person, however, could master magic compression, achieving a tenfold enhancement.

If one learned Bai Luo and Cid’s refined magic manipulation, they could instantly amplify their strength a hundredfold.

“But, can I really learn these things?”

Xue Ji was tempted but felt she shouldn’t be greedy.

‘Master Bai Luo is truly too generous.’

Xue Ji told Bai Luo that such techniques were nothing short of the essence of magic power.

Such powerful skills, wherever they existed, would be protected as treasured heirlooms, passed down orally among a select few.

Now, Bai Luo was willing to impart such precious knowledge to her.

What merit did she have?

“Slap!”

“Aww~”

The next moment, Xue Ji held her forehead, looking at Bai Luo with委屈.

“What nonsense are you thinking?”

Bai Luo retracted the finger he flicked at Xue Ji: “Just tell me, do you want to learn?”

“I, I, want to learn…”

“That’s settled then.”

Bai Luo’s large hand came down, ruthlessly rubbing the hair and ears of the silver fox girl: “Stop overthinking, or your tail will get it!”

“Eeek~”

Upon hearing this, Xue Ji immediately covered her tail behind her back in fear.

Bai Luo had long known from the young ones that the tails of fox beast people were their most sensitive spot.

If Bai Luo grabbed her tail, Xue Ji wouldn’t dare resist with magic, leaving her no choice but to accept punishment.

Thinking about this, Xue Ji quickly turned into a obedient little fox ready to listen.

“Hmm, good.”

“Starting today, during each rest period, I will teach you the proper use of magic power.”

After demonstrating three simple transformations of magic power to Xue Ji, Bai Luo began his guidance.

For a full hour, Xue Ji listened attentively.

Even after returning to the cave, the silver fox girl was still digesting the content Bai Luo taught her tonight.

Bai Luo: “@Adolf K. Wiesmann, I’m free now. Do you need me to come over?”

Abundant magic power meant Bai Luo wouldn’t feel tired even after several days and nights without sleep.

Taking advantage of everyone else resting, Bai Luo left sufficient defensive magic barriers within the cave before contacting Adolf K. Wiesmann.

Adolf K. Wiesmann: “Thank you very much.”

After leaving the academy island, Adolf K. Wiesmann was preparing to launch the airship plan.

But due to the peculiar abilities of the Colorless King, Adolf K. Wiesmann hadn’t acted yet.

He was confident he could restrain the Colorless King.

Still, for safety reasons, he needed a few helpers to ensure everything went smoothly.

Looking at the group situation, Misaka Mikoto seemed still asleep, Tanjiro had spent the day chopping stones and rested early.

However, Kurumi Tokisaki noticed Bai Luo speaking and immediately responded.

Kurumi Tokisaki: “Are you going to help in Adolf K. Wiesmann’s world? Can I join?”

“Also, this is a great opportunity to meet Mr. Bai Luo.”

Kurumi Tokisaki was very curious about Bai Luo, especially since he could cause such destruction. She wanted to observe him carefully.

To deal with the Origin Pokémon, Kurumi Tokisaki desperately needed Bai Luo’s assistance.

Of course, Kurumi Tokisaki would give Bai Luo ample rewards.

As long as she could avenge the Origin Pokémon and reverse time to change her tragic past, Kurumi Tokisaki was willing to serve Bai Luo as a slave if necessary.

Bai Luo: “I’d also like to meet Miss Kurumi Tokisaki.”

Adolf K. Wiesmann: “Welcome Miss Kurumi Tokisaki and Brother Bai Luo to my world.”

[Group Member ‘Bai Luo’ requests entry into Adolf K. Wiesmann’s world]

[Group Member ‘Kurumi Tokisaki’ requests entry into Adolf K. Wiesmann’s world]

[Do you agree?]

“Agree.”

As Adolf K. Wiesmann thought, the space before him twisted, and two figures emerged.

“Is this the Other World?”

Neon lights dazzled brightly. The twin-tailed girl dressed in red and white Gothic attire scanned her surroundings.

She first looked at the white-haired youth in front of her, then shifted her gaze to Bai Luo, who was also observing the environment.

“Modern times, it’s been a while.”

Bai Luo wore clothing from the Demon Fox Village, styled in ancient fashion, which contrasted sharply with the modern cityscape.

With a thought, transparent slimes covered his body, solidifying into fabric.

Bai Luo manifested a casual leisure suit according to his preference, nodding satisfactorily: “Hmm, this works.”

Seeing this, both Kurumi Tokisaki and Adolf K. Wiesmann were curious about Bai Luo’s abilities.

However, neither asked.

They weren’t like Ace, understanding the principle of keeping silent when not close.

“Ara ara, this must be Mr. Bai Luo, right?”

Kurumi Tokisaki approached with a smile, surprising Bai Luo with her politeness.

“Hmm.”

Bai Luo smiled: “Nice to meet you, Miss Kurumi Tokisaki.”

“Nice to meet you.”

“And Mr. Adolf K. Wiesmann, thank you for your invitation.”

Kurumi Tokisaki elegantly bowed to both, standing atop the roof of a skyscraper.

“So, what do you need us to do next, Mr. Adolf K. Wiesmann?”

Kurumi Tokisaki wasn’t familiar with this world. Adolf K. Wiesmann similarly looked to Bai Luo for guidance.

Though they had only met briefly, Bai Luo’s performance in the group inclined them to hear his plans.

Without declining, Bai Luo said: “The Colorless King’s ability is to seize control of people’s bodies.”

“The specific method involves a fox-like spirit emerging from the eyes.”

“So if we can intercept it or react quickly enough, this ability isn’t hard to counter.”

Bai Luo continued: “Besides, the Colorless King’s physical attributes are only within the realm of ordinary Ability Users, and his offensive means are so scarce that he relies on handguns.”

A mighty Authority Holder and Ability User resorting to handguns for ambushes was a disgrace to royal dignity.

“He doesn’t seem very strong.”

Kurumi Tokisaki pondered for a moment and quickly devised a response strategy.

According to Bai Luo, Kurumi Tokisaki could easily subdue the Colorless King by summoning clones.

“Still, don’t underestimate him, and we don’t yet understand the full extent of the Saint Domain of the Authority Holders.”

“Acting rashly and falling into the Colorless King’s trap would be unwise.”

Bai Luo shifted his focus to Adolf K. Wiesmann, who immediately understood and said: “Don’t resist, I’ll take you somewhere more spacious.”

“Ara, is it a combat test?”

Kurumi Tokisaki was eager: “It sounds interesting. Mind if I join?”

Although they were from different worlds,

those who could join the chat group invariably possessed some pride.

This was a good chance for Bai Luo to understand Kurumi Tokisaki’s temporal powers and Adolf K. Wiesmann’s Silver Saint Domain while probing the capabilities of the Colorless King’s Saint Domain beforehand.

Thus, Bai Luo and Kurumi Tokisaki didn’t resist, allowing themselves to be enveloped by the white light Adolf K. Wiesmann emitted.

This white light was Adolf K. Wiesmann’s Silver Saint Domain, which could temporarily assimilate others, granting them the ability to fly.

The assimilation process for Kurumi Tokisaki went smoothly, but an unexpected incident occurred when the Saint Domain touched Bai Luo.

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