A mage's journey begins with a battle mage.

Chapter 225 A Legendary Invitation

Burn incense, bathe, and change clothes.

After checking repeatedly to make sure he hadn't done anything wrong, Jiang Shuzhou left his residence, preparing to go with Jess to meet this big shot.

It is a legend after all, although mages generally don't pay much attention to this aspect.

But putting himself in Jiang Shuzhou's shoes, if he were in Jiang Shuzhou's shoes, he wouldn't want to see a disheveled person either.

Even research reasons are unacceptable.

If it's really important, you don't have to come. What's the point of coming and doing all this?

This is a matter of attitude.

"Navis?"

Jess's incredulous voice reached my ears.

The person before me was wearing a robe, but the hood had been removed, revealing meticulously styled hair that looked exquisite. He possessed a mysterious aura that captivated everyone.

This is how Jess sees Jiang Shuzhou now.

Young, handsome, good-looking, and mysterious.

"it's me."

Jiang Shuzhou nodded.

He then looked at Jess, and his lips twitched.

Messy hair and an unshaven beard—although they weren't dirty thanks to a cleaning routine, it was still quite embarrassing.

Everyone here is good-looking, each one a handsome man or a beautiful woman. They are all exceptionally beautiful, if not stunningly so. How come you've become a颓废老叔 (颓废老叔, a dejected old man)?

"You're going to see Her Majesty Napamela like this?"

Jiang Shuzhou pointed at Jess's face and asked.

"So what? I'm fine."

Jess looked at himself, and thought, "I'm not dirty, am I?"

Jiang Shuzhou used magic to condense an ice mirror, which he then pushed to Jess.

"With your stubble and messy hair, how dare you go see people like that?"

Jess then realized what was happening and quickly got to work.

Because of the magic used, the speed was naturally very fast, and Jess finished in less than ten minutes.

"By the way, does Her Majesty Napamela wish to see the two of us alone?"

Jiang Shuzhou inquired.

"It's not just the two of us; it's all the alchemists working in Melver, the ten people who participated in the plan."

Jess explained.

That's good, nothing should have happened.

If a high-ranking leader wants to meet with you privately, those in the know understand—it might not necessarily be a good thing.

Now it's different to meet with all the participants in the project.

It's just a formality, a few polite words, and empty promises; there's nothing to worry about.

"Gentlemen, just use the teleportation array."

The waiter politely led the way, and Jiang Shuzhou immediately recognized the man's strength: a high-level warrior.

His young age speaks volumes about his talent.

But he's still here guiding people. Maybe he's a genius, but the Mage Alliance has never lacked geniuses.

Of course, mages are an exception; at least a high-level mage wouldn't be assigned to lead the way.

Stepping onto the teleportation array, accompanied by a familiar dizzying sensation, Jiang Shuzhou arrived at a magnificent golden hall.

The main hall was crafted from orpiment mixed with refined gold, and it was adorned with runes drawn in mithril. These runes emitted a strong magical light, making them incredibly dazzling.

At the same time, Jiang Shuzhou could also sense a powerful magic lock here, its presence evident in the intense magical fluctuations.

Soon, an inexplicable sense of panic gripped Jiang Shuzhou's heart. He knew that Pamela had arrived.

Besides Jiang Shuzhou and Jess, the other eight alchemists who had met once before were also present.

Jiang Shuzhou glanced at them, then frowned.

There's no other reason than that they were all too perfunctory, just like Jess's problem: messy hair and poor appearance.

However, Jiang Shuzhou didn't say anything. After all, these people had nothing to do with him, so why bother with them?

"Gentlemen, is this our first time meeting?"

"Sit down, don't be shy."

Then, everyone's vision blurred, and they found themselves on the sofa in the study.

Everyone else was sitting, but Jiang Shuzhou stood there, unsure of what to do.

However, seeing that everyone else was seated, he didn't make an exception and simply sat down as well.

Pamela glanced at the alchemists and noticed that they were generally a bit slovenly. Then she looked at Jiang Shuzhou, and after a moment of eye contact, she smiled and said...

"It seems like none of you are feeling very well? How about we have some tea first?"

Immediately afterwards, a cup of floating tea appeared before everyone's eyes.

"Thank you for your kindness, Your Majesty, Grand Alchemist."

The tea was a ninth-grade water tea, which was a good thing. Everyone else started drinking it without thinking, but Jiang Shuzhou thanked them before drinking it.

Upon hearing this, Napamela's smile widened.

The young man is very sensible; I think he's a good candidate.

Jiang Shuzhou sipped his tea slowly. "Hmm, not bad," he thought. "This stuff is truly top-quality now; every sip is one less available."

After all, even now, the tea trees in the Storm Sea have only recovered to the production of sixth-tier tea leaves, and it will probably take another two years to reach the ninth tier.

His previous way of addressing Napamela was also quite deliberate.

First, there is the Grand Alchemist, a title reserved for legendary alchemists, referring to their contributions to the art of alchemy. Similarly, the same applies to the Archmage.

Secondly, "Your Majesty" is a general title for all legends.

Jiang Shuzhou's words were a direct compliment.

Of course, Jiang Shuzhou could have filmed more, but firstly, talking too much would easily leave a bad impression of being overly obsequious, and secondly, he was afraid that the alchemist wouldn't understand his roundabout way of speaking.

So that's fine; just let the other person know that you respect them.

"Your Highness Napamela, thank you for your gift."

Upon hearing Jiang Shuzhou's words, some people, not to be outdone, also expressed their gratitude.

However, Pamela's expression was rather sour this time.

"Your Highness" is a term used to address the emperor, such as the emperor of the Auvi Empire.

Can Pamela be addressed as Your Highness?

The answer is yes, because he holds the title of Alchemist King, and he is indeed an emperor.

But just as Jiang Shuzhou never cared about the identity of the Alchemist Earl, he wouldn't even acknowledge anyone calling him Earl.

The great alchemist clearly didn't care much about this, but he still nodded in agreement.

"I called you here today for two reasons. First, to see you all. After all, as the initiator of this plan, it's not quite right that you've never met me."

"Secondly, there's the exam in a few days."

"This is not only a test for those students, but also a test for you."

Pamela took a sip of tea, glanced at everyone present, and then continued.

"You will all advance to the higher levels one day. Interdimensional warfare is something you will have to master sooner or later."

"You will encounter all sorts of unexpected difficulties and obstacles, but that's part of the fun of exploring other dimensions. I've selected some very representative worlds this time, and I hope you can do well."

Then, he smiled slightly, and his body gradually dissipated.

Only one sentence remains.

"If you perform well, I will reward you as appropriate."

Jiang Shuzhou was stunned. It was obvious that the Napa Mela who had put so much pressure on him was just a projection of the real Napa Mela.

A legendary mage, terrifying indeed.