Silent Crown

Chapter 433 The Theory of Elements

Chapter 433 The Theory of Elements

"The 'elements' contained are different, and the ability and effect of the scepter are naturally different." Wolf Flute explained, "For example, if the legendary elements are created by the elements of God's punishment, then the scepter will be biased toward punishment. If the Sunnah and redemption are the elements, then it will favor salvation.

"The School of Modifications likes to create and destroy. The School of Revelations tends to be knowledgeable and insightful... The schools have different focuses and of course, the elements are also divided "The element decides the quality of the scepter.

"The reason why the Sacred City is powerful is that the Holy Scripture contains many elements. The division is clear and the effect is obvious. More importantly, there are many believers so there's no need to spread the belief. Therefore, the difficulty of this advanced level will be much lower.

"Throughout history, so many musicians became advanced scepters with the scripture's legend. Even the first twelve saints were inspired by the Holy Scriptures to create their own Gospel."

Ye Qingxuan looked at the mammoth matrix in front of him. After a long time, he nodded. "It seems that Samuel is also looking for his elements from the Holy Scriptures?"

"Yes." Wolf Flute nodded. He looked to the core of the matrix, that large and complex chanting movement, and sighed. "Blood Race. This is the legend that Samuel wants to create. The chapter of sinners from the Holy Scripture contains the middle elements of blood, inheritance, and so on. The upper element, 'life,' is the core. He modeled the life form of the Moon Spirit, designed a new race, and prepared to turn the legend into reality.

"If he succeeds, he will become the first Blood Race of history, the ancestor of the Blood Musicians. As long as one receives his blood as a medium, later musicians can be transformed into Blood Musicians like him."

Here, Ye Qingxing immediately looked to Wolf Flute with curious eyes. "What about you?" he asked. "What is your legendary element?"

"Me? I just winged it." Wolf Flute scratched his head slightly. "My legendary element is nothing but a wolf from the beast branch. It can kind of count as a phantom beast but it can only be a lower element. It's the lowest kind of the scepters. It's easy to accomplish, but it's hard to advance."

Wolf Flute did not seem to mind and just patted Ye Qingxuan's shoulder.

"I'm clear about myself. I just managed to become a scepter and all that matters is that I can have a livelihood. Don't worry about me. Speaking of, do you want to consider my advancement? Wild Wolf Musician! Sounds very powerful..."

Ye Qingxuan recollected his wretched gaze and did not speak.

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As the old saying went, "I'm here anyway." Since he had come and it was such a rare opportunity, he should at least look carefully. However, when he looked at the matrix for a long time, he could not help but frown.

"This Samuel is a pedigree?" Ye Qingxuan asked.

"Yes." Wolf Flute nodded. "Mr. Samuel is a famous pure-blood noble. Have you heard of him?"

Ye Qingxuan said lightly, "I can tell."

"Oh?" Wolf Flute raised his brow. "I know you're from the School of Revelations but this is such a large alchemy matrix. You've already finished interpreting it in a few short minutes?"

"The interpreting method is best at finding the core of the music theory as quickly as possible. You can ignore the details. What's more," Ye Qingxuan paused and made a weird face, "I also know a little alchemy."

As he spoke, he walked around the Alchemy Matrix. "Alchemy, however, must follow four stages: activity, formation, creation, and outflow. These are the four forms of aether, and it is also the process of material being born from the Originator and being endowed with form. As above it, as under it, so is the beginning of all things. Using this rule, you can understand the operating principle of the matrix."

He paused and pointed to the area in front of him. "You see, here, the source's 'initial blood' represents the blood after Samuel combined the legendary elements. Then using it as a medium, the one receiving the blood can follow the ritual and turn himself into a blood musician with this advanced unique expertise and ability.

"Let's call it 'second generation' for now. The second generation musicians can also pass on their blood to other musicians and create the third generation… The relationships in this school are based off of familial inheritance. It will certainly be united with the family's situation to ensure the centripetal force of the school's members."

"It sounds good," Wolf Flute agreed. "Maybe Samuel does not want his students to compete as brutally as the other colleges. It's like Deva's blood. Everyone sits together and shares it like a family..."

"Is that possible?!" Ye Qingxuan laughed and looked queer: "Wolf Flute, there is indeed no competition in this system. There is only unilateral plunder. Moreover, Deva's blood passes down music theory. It's not the disciplines or vows of the School of Abstinence."

He looked down and gazed at the alchemy matrix. Among the matrix, the intricate music theory that was engraved under the blood notes was the irresistible contract formed by the strict School of Abstinence. Once implanted, there was no room for the return. This was a poisoned apple. It looked delicious but was a different story after entering the stomach.

"The superior's control over the younger generation is absolute," Ye Qingxuan murmured. "All the power and music theory of the blood musicians are placed in the initial blood of their inheritance. Whether or not they have power depends only on the thought of the superior.

"The person who likes this style of reign is a tyrant. I am afraid that, compared to the aether, this Samuel master is more thirsty for power."

Wolf Flute looked at him with a weird look and patted him on the shoulder. Behind Ye Qingxuan, a slight cough began.

"What are you guys saying?" Someone slowly came forward. The middle-aged man didn't look old but his hair was gray and he walked with a slight limp. He held a crutch in his hand.

Wolf Flute straightened and then bowed. "Mr. Handel."

Ye Qingxuan froze and looked at the man who had seemingly aged prematurely. His expression was awed and serious. He quickly saluted him.

Handel.

There was only one person who was qualified to call this name in the Sacred City. This was the pinnacle of all musicians in the world. One of the twelve saints was given the name of Handel. This musician was already ninety-four years old but he still seemed to be middle-aged. He was full of energy and looked majestic with stern eyes. Few people knew that this saint who lived in abbots was one of the actual controllers of the Silent Authority and was hated by dark musicians all over the world.

Handel scanned Ye Qingxuan with a look of indifference and looked to Wolf Flute. "He is Ye Qingxuan?" Wolf Flute nodded but Handel frowned. "Sure enough. Contemptuous, and more annoying than the rumors."

Ye Qingxuan froze. He looked up in shock and opened his mouth to speak.

"Hey, Mr. Handel, scaring the youngsters again?" A hand reached out and stopped Handel's shoulder. The hand was greasy from food but it was well maintained—white and plump. There was a ring of gold and amber on the index finger. Two snakes entangled into a black symbol.

It was Hermes.

"Don't scare my kid. Young people need encouragement." Hermes patted him on the shoulder. As he spoke, he pulled Ye Qingxuan to the side. "I need to talk to him. Please do what you need. He's working for you now so don't give him a hard time."

Confused, Ye Qingxuan was dragged by Hermes to the second floor of the church. He did not process everything until he sat down in the lounge across from Hermes who had started eating his second breakfast now.

"Do you want some?" Hermes generously raised a bottle of red wine. "The welfare of the Holy Resurrection Church is good. Even the communion of red wine is a rare good product."

"…No thanks." Ye Qingxuan leaned back a bit. "Boss, please eat slowly."

"How did you piss off Handel?" Hermes asked while eating. "That guy holds grudges. Is it because you eliminated his nephew in the Romulusian trial? Or because you said bad things about his junior, Samuel? Or is it because Handel's unclear connection with the Ecclesiastical Order and the Chainsaw Fraternity?"

Ye Qingxuan was speechless. He thought, if you say everything, what's left for me to say?

"Boss, why are you…in the Sacred City?" he asked.

"I'm vacationing here. There are still some industries that need to be taken care of. If you don't have a job anymore, you can come work in my shop." Hermes took out a business card. The greasy card looked familiar but Ye Qingxuan had no interest in the antique shop. He just stuffed it in his pocket.

"Oh, right." Hermes hit his forehead. "I heard you've resonated. I can't believe someone so dull could break the Barrier of Knowledge… And now you're already at the Disturbance level? Oh, I haven't given you a gift yet…"

Ye Qingxuan was silent.

"What do you want?" Hermes wiped his mouth and said with a flamboyant flair. "Everything is okay. Soon it will be the Winter Festival. It's time for the boss to give you year-end benefits!"

Ye Qingxuan was silent.

"Oh, what if I give you more pocket watches?" Hermes fluttered his lashes. "Then next year, you can say that you bought it last year…"

"Boss," Ye Qingxuan interrupted him with lowered eyes and low voice, "I want to know what exactly…happened in Romulus."

Hermes stopped smiling. He straightened, put down his red wine, and examined Ye Qingxuan. After a long time, he could not help but sigh. "Young people's' curiosity is really strong and enviable."

Ye Qingxuan looked at him and said nothing, waiting for a reply.

After a long silence, Hermes shook his head awkwardly. "Just see it as I owed Romulus a sum of money and sent you to help me repay my debt. Thank you for doing so much for me."

Ye Qingxuan shook his head. "This is not what I want."

"I know." Hermes patted him on the shoulder: "Come by if you have time. I will compensate you. Remember to come as soon as possible. If you're late, you may be too late."

"Does Bai Xi know that you're here?" Ye Qingxuan asked.

"She doesn't know yet. Maybe she thinks I'm sunbathing at some beach." Hermes smiled and looked at him. "You know already?"

"Avalon is only so big. A girl with white hair is very conspicuous. What's more, Bai Xi is not that smart and can't disguise herself well." Ye Qingxuan lowered his eyes. "I didn't talk to her after I came out. When I wanted to talk to her, she started ignoring me. How has she been doing recently? "

"She has grown up, Ye Qingxuan." Hermes shook his head. "Girls mature early and she is already strong. Even if no one protects her, she can live well so you can be rest assured."

"Maybe." Ye Qinguan sighed and looked up at Hermes. "There is a question I've always wanted to ask… Boss, who are you?"