Versatile Mage: Starting with the White Tiger Pendant

The defense line at Magic City was gradually disbanded, and Lu Jun could finally take stock of his harvest. In over ten days, he had hunted more than a thousand Servant-level demons and two to three dozen Warrior-level demons.

The spoils included ten refined Servant-level essences, four of which were intact—a total of fourteen.

Seven of these essences were used to upgrade the highly practical ability Water Control:(Mystic Flood Dragon), while the remaining seven were set aside for future decisions. Lu Jun figured there was no need to sell off the Servant-level essences. The demon corpses from this battle, coupled with other rewards, amounted to nearly tens of millions in revenue.

At the edge of the Songjiang Dam, a few people were bidding farewell.

"Goodbye," Gao Sheng waved, smiling. "Thanks for the help this time, young brother."

Lu Jun didn't mind. It was a convenient matter for him. What intrigued him more was the idea of aquatic units.

With his knowledge of future trends, he was well aware of the impending sea demon invasion. A specialized underwater force would be crucial for defense, especially one relying on water control abilities. He asked, "What are your plans for these white dolphins? Where will they go?"

"If Zhu Meng doesn't interfere, I'll take them to Pearl Academy for research by the professors in their labs. Specialization is key, and the rare human-friendly nature of the white dolphins makes them highly valuable."

Gao Sheng shrugged and waved. "Farewell, young brother. Till we meet again."

Watching Gao Sheng's departing figure, Lu Jun shook his head. He wondered if they would cross paths again. Then he thought—if he ever went to Pearl Academy, meeting again seemed likely.

Nearby, Nan Jue was also preparing to leave. The past few days of cooperative battles had been incredibly smooth and satisfying. As a Sound Element and Plant Element mage, her steady and meticulous control abilities complemented Lu Jun's Curse and Psychic Elements seamlessly. Together, they could fight blindfolded against any foe.

"Until next time," Nan Jue, with her heroic demeanor, extended a slender hand. Her bright eyes gazed at him as she said, "This demon hunt was unsatisfying. I look forward to collaborating again. Hopefully, we'll meet in the National Battle."

"Thank you," Lu Jun gently shook her hand, nodding. "See you at the National Battle."

The two young mages brimmed with confidence, sure that the preliminaries wouldn't pose any difficulty for them.

After parting ways with Nan Jue and Gao Sheng, only Lu Jun and two others remained. Tang Yue approached with graceful steps, a slight smile on her lips. She suddenly opened her arms, gently hugging him.

Caught off guard, Lu Jun found his face pressed against her soft embrace, her delicate fragrance overwhelming his senses. His heart skipped a beat as memories of the hotel incident surfaced—an unexpectedly thrilling experience. Meanwhile, his elder sister, Lu Mei, stood watching with a teasing smirk.

"Take care of yourself," Tang Yue said, her stunning face slightly flushed as she released him. With a light snort, she added, "Don't overthink it. This is just a sister's farewell to her younger brother. I'm heading back to Hangzhou."

Lu Jun scratched his head, glancing at his sister. Her expression, a mix of amusement and scrutiny, made him feel slightly uneasy.

After speaking, Tang Yue turned and left. She hadn't yet figured out how to interact with Lu Jun, and being a surrogate sister seemed fine for now.

"Not bad," Lu Mei teased with a grin. "You're making more and more friends."

Clearing his throat, Lu Jun changed the subject. "Quick, call someone to dissect the corpses. We can't waste the materials. We've got just over 100 million now. Let's contact the Judgment Court to buy a Star River Vein."

"Alright," Lu Mei nodded, whispering softly under her breath, "You've worked hard."

Not long after, military personnel arrived, processing the materials on-site and distributing rewards.

Lu Jun also noticed several official TV station interview vans parked in the distance. Reporters were capturing footage of the blood-soaked battlefield littered with corpses—a stark depiction of the war's brutality.

The clean-up process dragged on for three days before the materials were finally sorted. Lu Jun received 40 million credits in his account—a price evidently on the higher end.

With the money in hand, the siblings quickly purchased a Star River Vein. Though unavailable on the open market, their extensive network of contacts—be it Tang Yue's Judgment Court, Dean Xiao's Pearl Academy, or Old Bao's Clear Sky Hunting Agency—made it possible.

Even influential channels like Zhu Meng and Mu Nujiao played a role.

Spending exactly 100 million, their shared funds were instantly depleted, leaving them practically penniless.

Inside the bedroom of their Golden Source Apartment, Lu Mei held a box containing the Star River Vein.

It was about the size of a goose egg, shaped like a diamond yet far more crystalline and transparent. Its surface was adorned with countless intricate light spots, resembling a beautiful and dazzling starry river.

The gap between Nebula and Star River was enormous. For human mages, breaking through the barrier to cross this chasm was nearly impossible with their own power.

They needed either a Star River Vein or a Star River Magic Tool. The Totem Power that Mo Fan and Zhao Manting encountered later wasn't something ordinary people could obtain.

Lu Mei appeared nervous. Noticing this, Lu Jun reassured her, "Don't feel too pressured. Just go with the flow. I'm still in the middle stage of Intermediate. High-level is far off for me. If it doesn't work out, we can save up and buy another one."

After a few deep breaths, Lu Mei entered her room, her determination evident. "I'll succeed!"

While the siblings secluded themselves for cultivation, reports about Magic City's minor flood season caused a significant stir.

In a rundown neighborhood on the outskirts of the city, Mo Fan finished his grueling training session, stepping out of his cramped bedroom. Turning on the TV, he watched the news absentmindedly.

However, when Lu Jun's figure appeared on screen for a few seconds, he rubbed his eyes in disbelief and rewound the footage for a closer look. Recognizing him, Mo Fan slapped his thigh, exclaiming, "Damn, when did Old Lu become so badass?"

On the screen was an image of Lu Jun standing on the dam, his stern expression exuding decisive killing intent. Behind him lay a sea of corpses.

Elsewhere, Xu Zhaoting's family had just moved to Magic City. Passing by as his parents watched the local news, Xu Zhaoting caught a glimpse of Lu Jun on the screen and heard that he had earned Zhu Meng's recognition.

He sighed. "He's really becoming more amazing."

Xu Zhaoting had heard about Lu Jun's confrontation with the Black Church. As someone who followed Pearl Academy, he had even witnessed the miraculous day-and-night battle at the Beast Arena. Recalling the snow mountain outpost incident, Xu Zhaoting realized that Lu Jun's legend had long been etched into the history of Tianlan High School, leaving everyone in awe of the immense gap between them.

What Xu Zhaoting didn't know was that his fate had been altered by Lu Jun's intervention. Nor did he realize that the revered Sword Immortal who protected Bo City in their hearts was, in fact, Lu Jun.

Magic City's streets were plastered with propaganda about hunters who fought ten days and nights on the front line, stories of sacrifices such as passing their homes three times without entering.

Three days later, the chaos caused by the Yangtze Crocodile Lord finally subsided.

Suddenly, a strong elemental wave emanated from Golden Source Apartment, disrupting the airflow in the surrounding upscale neighborhoods.

Fierce winds swept through the area, eliciting screams from stylish university girls who tried to hold down their skirts. Despite their efforts, pairs of long, slender legs were exposed—fair and smooth.

The gust also revealed legs of varied shapes—some clad in stockings, some under cheongsams—belonging to elegant white-collar women and graceful ladies, each exuding a different charm. Some blushed shyly, while others remained composed.

The male students on the streets were delighted, clasping their hands together in gratitude for this mischievous wind.

Inside the apartment, Lu Jun immediately sensed the disturbance in his sister's room. As the immense Wind Element energy converged, he was ecstatic. "High-level Wind Element—you did it!"

The door opened, and Lu Mei stepped out, her feet barely touching the ground as she hovered lightly. Her fair hand held a pure white whirlwind. Smiling confidently, she appeared stunning and proud. With a faint snort, she said, "High-level Wind Element? Easy."

Overcome with excitement, Lu Jun couldn't help but step forward, wrapping his arms around her slender but curvaceous waist.

Caught off guard, Lu Mei's breathing quickened, and she lost control of the elements. She stumbled, falling into her brother's arms.

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