"""The triple death strike from the "Master of the Crucible" fully proved one thing.

In the Mysterious Side, there are never free benefits to be had.

After arriving in this world, Tang Qi's rapid growth in the early stages was due not only to his special ability, but also to his identity as a "Melter Wizard."

In multiple major events, Tang Qi relied on the power of the "Crucible" to overcome difficulties.

Moreover, because the Crucible was always dormant, it was akin to Tang Qi constantly reaping benefits without paying the corresponding price.

His predecessors during the Dark Era, however, were not so fortunate.

However, it seems his luck has also reached its end, like other Divine entities; the Crucible has also entered the Awakening phase and, because of Its formidable strength, It is definitely in the first tier of those awakening.

If, during the recent "Thorn Event," Tang Qi had not spent that Sun Merit to exchange for a "Whisper from the Master of the Crucible," It certainly would not have noticed that there still existed a Believer within the Origin Star.

But at that time, Tang Qi actually had no other choice.

Thus, not only was his identity as a Melter Wizard exposed, but he was also targeted by the "Crucible."

Right after the major event ended, It began to harass Tang Qi.

Although It could not sustain for a long duration and also had to wait for similar circumstances—when the Spiritual Tide surged to a Node—then It could descend without Tang Qi's consent, and proceed to torment Tang Qi's soul.

Now, it is the second time.

From those three questions, it is clear that the Crucible remains the same.

While Tang Qi was calming the tumultuous Magic Power within him, he grumbled:

"Normally, knowing that I am the only Believer left, a regular god should cherish and provide abundantly, and even possibly bestow immense power directly, allowing me to step into 'Legendary Level' or Demigod Level."

"After descending, not giving benefits is one thing, but always urging me to work?"

"Um, if it wasn't me, but another lone Melter Wizard being pushed this way, spreading seeds of Evil Gods everywhere, it probably wouldn't take a few days before they would be beaten to death by the marauding Evil God believers, which is also a major reason why I resigned as Principal."

Grumble as he might, Tang Qi couldn't truly roar back; he even had to placate the "Crucible."

According to Mrs. Loring, behind whom stood the "Mysterious Ancient God," the Crucible does not possess the wisdom that most Dominator-level Gods have. It thinks more by instinct or by another logic that humans cannot understand.

This is probably why the Master of the Crucible, despite having extremely formidable power, does not fare as well as "Lord of Light" and similar Dominators.

Such Divinity that can burn Evil Gods and amplify oneself, when utilized properly, can completely establish a Divine System not inferior to the "Light Camp."

But in reality, the Crucible remains a loner commander.

With great difficulty, during the "Dark Era," It cultivated a group of fiercely strong Melter Wizards, only to not cherish them properly in the end, letting these powerful followers be completely annihilated by the multitude of Evil God's followers.

Having learned this lesson, It still has no plans to change its strategy.

Mrs. Loring labeled It a "Weak-Minded Sovereign," which obviously makes sense.

"This is the result of not knowing how to farm or develop in low profile."

Tang Qi made a judgment, while beginning to respond and soothe this Sovereign who, in the midst of awakening, was even more confused than the "Lord of Light," using a "Spirit Whisper."

"Great Crucible!"

"Your Believer is being pursued and has no time for meditation."

"Your power is too strong, I have not yet found any Human qualified to possess the spark."

"Your Believer is too weak to sacrifice the fearsome Evil Gods."

...

Unsurprisingly, just as Tang Qi's response was conveyed, another roar erupted from the other side.

But Tang Qi paid no heed, you roar yours, I'll say mine.

He continually emphasized to the Master of the Crucible: Your only remaining Believer, too weak to make contributions.

Of course, this was a lie; if Tang Qi wished, he could quickly build a powerful team of Melter Wizards.

But whether it was the visions he perceived during his Promotional to "Professional Level," or the "warning" from Mrs. Loring, and the books related to the Crucible he had read,—all told Tang Qi that this was not a path with a future.

"Has the Crucible itself headed towards Doomsday, planning one last desperate self-rescue before complete destruction?"

Suddenly, this phrase flashed through Tang Qi's mind.

If Tang Qi did not possess the "Dream Kingdom," he might have taken a risk and pursued the path of the Melter Wizard.

After all, every Transcendent knows that purely in terms of combat power, Melter Wizard is indeed a mighty Profession, and once he starts spreading the fire seeds and expands into a collective, that's unimaginable.

But unfortunately, Tang Qi has chosen another path.

"But after all 'Crucible' is still the Crucible; as long as It does not turn against me and attempt to erase me... a proper pacification is necessary, occasional harassment is unavoidable and bearable... As for when to begin sacrifices, whether to spread the fire seeds, that depends on me."

As Tang Qi whispered, the Molten Furnace Flames gradually subdued, and that grand will also returned to the 'Mysterious.'

The process was almost unchanged from the first time.

The Crucible did not eradicate Tang Qi, this "Believer," for his perfunctory attitude.

It had the right, even though it was a false right, but It seemed not to have realized it, nor used it.

However, at the same time, Tang Qi also still had not received the "Gift of the Crucible"."

"Even without possessing high-level intelligence, this constant muttering shouldn't be considered an implication, but rather an overt hint; He should completely understand that."

"Unless He has solidified some form of automatic program, and only contributions can be exchanged for rewards from Him? Even He himself cannot break this limitation?"

Mysteriously, Tang Qi felt that his guess was correct.

It seemed that inadvertently, he had glimpsed a secret of a 'Dominator-level' Divine, but for the moment, he hadn't thought about what to do with this secret, only quietly speculated and remembered it in his mind.

The node of the Spiritual Tide surged past, and another collection of debt by the Melter had ended.

Tang Qi awakened on the 'Fool's Ship', his vision restored, and immediately noticed beside him the 'Gluttony' in an extremely high state, and felt the disappearance of the Dominator-level God's aura, with the Elf and Night Beast approaching once more.

At the same time, Tang Qi sensed some other activities emerging around him.

He immediately remembered his surroundings, but it wasn't the safe real world, it was the perilous 'Mysterious'.

His vigilant gaze swept around.

Almost instantly, several terrifying, abnormal 'Exotic Realm Creatures' came into his sight.

They seemed to be attracted by the aura of the 'Fool's Ship'.

The first was a giant horse, entirely dark blue with gray wings, eyes emitting a sinister red light like flames, its movement speed incredibly rapid, approaching silently from afar like a ghost.

The second monster was a 'lion head' floating like a mountain, appearing immensely ancient, with decaying, snow-white hair hanging down, and without normal facial features; its forehead was engraved with a grayish-white symbol, surging with an imposing aura of death.

The third monster was a mass of writhing rotten flesh with black fur, swaying tentacles, spewing pus, and bizarre eyeballs... among the 'Mysterious', this tentacle creature seemed rather ordinary.

...

Initially, they had targeted the human wizard on the Fool's Ship and his few pets.

Hurrying to come over, they attempted to feed.

But in the process of approaching, they also witnessed the process of Tang Qi being harassed by the 'Master of the Crucible'.

When they sensed the bursting aura of the Molten Furnace Flames and the descent of the will of the Master of the Crucible, they were struck with fear.

Thus, at the moment Tang Qi opened his eyes and looked, these monsters frantically fled even faster, wishing they had grown additional pairs of wings and tentacles.

Even Tang Qi sensed the approaching aura of some monsters from afar, not yet manifesting in form, but directly beginning to retreat.

A look of helplessness emerged, and he suddenly recalled a species called 'Nightmare Octopus,' which was quite powerful, but after a confrontation, Tang Qi had been permanently removed from their 'menu'.

Deepening his impression of the 'deterrence of the Crucible', Tang Qi did not pursue those creatures, but instead started contemplating his next journey.

After resigning as Principal, Tang Qi's idea was to take a tour.

Initially, it would be across the entire Divine Eagle Federation, and later he would choose regions outside the Federation, the South and North Pole Continents, the mysterious archipelagos in the oceans, or even the more distant Old Continent.

Just when he was about to choose his 'next stop', suddenly, Gluttony approached from the side.

Under Tang Qi's puzzled gaze, it spat out two items.

A quill and a piece of white paper.

A copy of the Knowledge Seeker from Mrs. Loring.

Tang Qi directly pinched the paper, and the next moment, lines of text appeared on the originally blank page.

"Hmm?"

Just the first line made Tang Qi frown and utter an exclamation.

Still in Mrs. Loring's handwriting, but unlike her usual graceful, neat script, this letter's characters were not only chaotic but also unevenly inked due to uneven pressure, nearly allowing Tang Qi to deduce her emotional state from her sloppy script.

"Fear, is she in fear?"

Without any hesitation, making the judgment simultaneously, Tang Qi quickly looked at the letter.

"My dear Tang, I received your delayed response and have heard of another great deed you performed. You being safe is the best news I've received lately; it even significantly delayed my fear and improved my mental state."

"But I also know, my time is not plentiful."

"Yes, dear Tang, this is a plea for help, I truly wish not to show you this side of me, but I've indeed fallen into a predicament beyond my coping ability."

"I've lost contact with the 'Spirit' I worship."

"I've lost contact with most of the organization I work for."

"I'm trapped at home."

"My husband...he has come back!"

"Tsk"

An abrupt sound came from a sudden long scratch that appeared on the paper.

Tang Qi's eyes widened sharply, and a blurry, horrifying image suddenly appeared in his mind; he seemed to see a lady bent over writing something, appearing anxious and fearful, her body slightly trembling, causing her hand to tremble as well.

She was struggling to write, and just as she finished a sentence, she seemed startled by something abruptly, her hand uncontrollably making a swipe, a faint odd sound mixed with the noise of the paper tearing, and then the content of the letter abruptly stopped.

Tang Qi wasted no time, Magic Power surged, replaying the process once more.

Quickly, Tang Qi raised his head sharply, a shiver running up his spine, his heart seemingly stopped beating, cold sweat densely breaking out, he clearly heard that odd sound.

"Knocking, it was the sound of knocking, just as she was writing this letter..."

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