Wizard: Unlimited Profession Slots

Chapter 1293: Chapter 517: Good Endings and Bad Endings (Part 2)

"Qualified level."

Vinard began to explain the rewards for each level in detail:

"You can freely use my regular laboratory here, access some of my research data, and receive a quota of rare materials."

"These materials include but are not limited to:

Various high-purity elemental essences, alchemy reagents unique to the Otherworld, and some ancient rune carriers that are extremely hard to obtain in the Main World."

The first level of rewards was already quite generous.

The value of those rare materials in the Main World was at least equivalent to dozens or even hundreds of complete Magic Stones.

"Good level."

Vinard continued:

"In addition to all the rewards at the qualified level, you will receive my personal guidance on alchemy or enchantment on a regular basis."

"Furthermore, you will have the opportunity to enter the ’Magic Pool’ for cultivation. You can use it for two hours a day, as you likely couldn’t endure more."

This reward made Ron’s heart race.

The personal guidance of a Great Wizard Level is invaluable.

And the rights to use the Magic Pool would directly accelerate his breakthrough to the Dark Sun Level.

"Excellent level."

Vinard’s tone became particularly solemn:

"In addition to all the above rewards, you will be eligible to participate as a ’Technical Partner’ in the subsequent development plans of Stoker Star."

"And based on your contributions, you will receive a share of the ’civilization favor’ of that world."

The weight of this final reward took Ron’s breath away.

Sharing the civilization favor meant he would gain continuous benefits from the "cultivation" process of the entire Stoker Star world.

This was not just a short-term material return but a long-term accelerator for power growth.

"The conditions are indeed tempting."

Ron carefully weighed these terms:

"But I have a question—how is the subjectivity of the assessment standard controlled?"

"Three ’objective observers’ will be jointly selected by you and me."

Vinard had considered this issue long ago:

"They will be elder representatives from different races, responsible for evaluating the teaching effects from the perspective of their respective groups."

"In addition, the awakening of students’ skills and their mastery of knowledge can all be quantified by testing instruments."

This arrangement was indeed relatively fair, avoiding unilateral subjective judgment while ensuring the professionalism of the evaluation.

"Then, I basically agree with this framework."

Ron made his decision:

"But I hope to understand each student’s specific situation in detail before officially starting and develop personalized teaching plans."

"Of course, that’s what an excellent teacher should require."

Vinard agreed but immediately shifted the topic:

"However, before we formally sign the cooperation agreement, I must explain the risks of the project to you."

His tone became serious.

The star map in the air changed again, shifting focus to the star domain where Stoker Star is located.

Next to the mark of Stoker Star, two other red markers emitting a clear threat appeared.

"Our cooperation is not just about creation but also a competition."

Vinard pointed to one of the markers:

"This is the ’Molten Fire Duke’ Erastus of the Elemental Garden.

He has already established a base on the third satellite of Stoker Star, adopting a more direct military conquest route."

The image showed a planet covered with lava, where countless Fire Elemental creatures were constructing military facilities.

"Erastus’s advantage is speed and efficiency.

He doesn’t need to consider the issue of civilization integration, just simple and brutal conquest and enslavement."

"And this..."

Vinard pointed to the second, more mysterious marker:

"’Furnace Maker’ Mandela. An existence I can’t fully understand even now."

"He seems to have some connection with the native deities of Stoker Star, adopting a religious infiltration route."

The image only showed a vague silhouette surrounded by a black mist, with various metallic religious symbols around it.

"Whoever can complete the ’civilization transformation’ of Stoker Star faster will gain the dominance of that world."

Vinard’s tone became even more grim:

"The loser will not only lose all their investments but also face a direct threat from the victor."

This warning made the atmosphere in the air tense.

Ron realized that what he was about to participate in was not just a teaching project but a grand game concerning the future of an entire world.

"In other words, if I accept this cooperation, it means choosing a faction and bearing the corresponding risks."

He calmly analyzed the situation:

"If I fail, I might also become a target of hostile forces."

"That’s right."

Vinard admitted without any concealment:

"This is the reality of high returns accompanied by high risks.

But I believe, with your ability and wisdom, this risk is acceptable."

"Moreover, in a sense, you no longer have a completely neutral choice."

His words sent a chill through Ron’s heart.

"Although I said I don’t want Cassandra to find out, with so many people undertaking construction here, the news certainly can’t be completely sealed off, and there might even be her spies here already."

When mentioning the word "spy," Vinard glanced at Ron meaningfully:

"She will surely discover my plan sooner or later, and by then, your position will be very awkward."

"Instead of being passively drawn into the dispute, it would be better to actively choose the faction with the best chance and then quickly help it seize the fruits and complete the harvest."

Hearing the warning in the other’s words, Ron remained silent for a long time, his gaze wandering in the brilliant waves of the Magic Pool.