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nDing! Congratulations to awakened Howard successfully comprehended the S-level Draconic Magic—Thunder Dragon Breath!

nDing-dong! Congratulations to awakened Howard successfully comprehended the S-level Draconic Magic—Thunder Dragon Roar!

nDing-dong! Congratulations to awakened Howard successfully comprehended the SS-level Draconic Magic—Thunderflame Dragon Wrath!

nDing-dong! Congratulations to awakened Howard successfully comprehended the SS-level Draconic Magic—Thunder Dragon Domain!

nDing-dong! Congratulations to awakened Howard; personal Electro attribute enhancement value 30, damage received from Electro attributes reduced by 10%, control effects from Electro attributes reduced by 5%, damage inflicted by personal Electro attributes increased by 10%, and control effects enhanced by 5%!

nIn an instant, the comprehension of four Draconic Magics above S-level plunged Howard’s mind into a state of chaos.

nDazed and bewildered, he slipped into slumber.

nWithin the depths of his mind, the knowledge of those four skills whirled wildly, gradually being absorbed by Howard.

nThe fierce thunderbolts continued to strike and forge Howard’s body.

nAs Howard received yet another elevation in his capabilities, the Chan household burst into life.

nYing Chan, the new prodigy of the Chan family, awoke to the SS-level talent Heart of Flame, enabling her to wield the flames of the world at will!

nShe had been cocooned in the family’s protection since childhood, her remarkable talent and direct bloodline making her the cherished jewel in the crown of all the elders.

nUpon learning that she was to be married off, even leaving Crimson Dragon City to head for Adia City, she was instantly incensed.

nOf course, such a reaction was only natural, akin to Howard’s own reluctance to leave Adia City—no one wishes to venture too far from the comforts of home.

nAlas, as a scion of the illustrious family, Ying Chan found herself powerless to resist the collective decision of her clan.

nHer pleas to Quin Chan went unsoothed, leaving her with a harsh realization of her situation.

nAs for Howard’s identity, Quin Chan and the others surmised that he must be a disciple of the Holy Abyss Academy, and certainly not of insignificant status; otherwise, why would he show such reluctance to leave?

nTheir speculation hit near the mark but missed the hidden truth: Howard had no power backing him.

nYet, even if they had known, it would have only brought them joy.

nWithout a powerful faction behind him, they saw an opportunity to gradually ingrain in Howard an allegiance to the Chan family.

nTime drifted on.

nWhen Howard regained consciousness, Shelley Chan was no longer by his side.

nSurveying his surroundings, he remained shrouded in the seemingly infinite mist, with the massive dragon head flickering in and out of visibility.

n“Awake now, you should depart!”

nA deep voice resonated, a solemn reminder: “Bear in mind, do not over-rely on the enhancements bestowed by Draconic power—you are, after all, human!”

n“I shall heed this wisdom with care,” Howard replied promptly, expressing his gratitude before turning to leave.

nWith the benefits secured, there was no reason to linger.

nMoreover, it was time for Howard to move on.

nOn his way out, Howard eagerly accessed his panel to inspect the attributes of the four Draconic Magics.

nDraconic Magic, far more formidable than ordinary skills, meant that an S-level Draconic Magic could rival the potency of an SS-level skill.

nThis filled Howard’s heart with eager anticipation.

nThunder Dragon Breath (S-level Draconic Magic)

nLevel: 1

nEffect: Unleashes a breath over a 30×30 yard area in front, imbued with the potent power of thunder, inflicting damage equal to 300% of the caster’s magic attack power every second to targets within range, with a 70% chance to paralyze targets, rendering them incapable of action for 3 seconds. The breath can sustain for up to 10 seconds.

nCooldown: 60 seconds

nMana Cost: 5000

nRestriction: Can be cast when in Draconic State, or after the completion of a Draconic transformation.

nProficiency: 0

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nThunder Dragon Roar (S-level Draconic Magic)

nLevel: 1

nEffect: Instantaneously erupts the power of thunder within, violently assailing all hostile targets within a 50×50 yard radius, dealing damage worth 3000% of the caster’s magic attack power and blasting all enemies away.

nCooldown: 300 seconds

nMana Cost: 5000 .

nRestriction: Can be cast when in Draconic State, or after the completion of a Draconic transformation.

nProficiency: 0

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nThunderflame Dragon Wrath (SS-level Active Skill)

nLevel: 1

nEffect: Combines the power of thunder with the power of flame, enveloping the caster and increasing all attributes by 500%. Each attack unleashes both powers, dealing damage equivalent to 2000% of the caster’s magic attack power. Every movement leaves behind a trail of thunder and flame, inflicting high damage on any who contact it. This state lasts for 60 minutes.

nCooldown: 72 hours

nMana Cost: 99% of the caster’s MP

nRestriction: Can be cast when in Draconic State, or after the completion of a Draconic transformation.

nProficiency: 0

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n“Hmm?! This skill, it only requires 9 points to level up?”

n“That’s quite impressive. The effects are ferocious, directly boosting all my attributes by 500%. Each attack delivers damage twenty times the normal amount. When you stack it all up, isn’t that a hundredfold damage? Plus, with the residual thunder and flame, in the midst of a crowd, this ability is invincible.”

nHoward mused, the layers of restrictions on the skills notwithstanding.

nThe exceptional effects more than made up for them.

nThunder Dragon Domain (SS-level Draconic Magic)

nLevel: 1

nEffect: Coalesces the power of thunder into a domain, enveloping an area within 10,000 x 10,000 yards. For every minute the domain exists, or for every 10 hostile targets slain within it, a thunder dragon is formed with attributes at 80% of the caster’s own. These dragons attack the enemies within the domain. While the domain persists, targets are unable to leave its confines (spatial skills cannot be blocked). The domain lasts for 300 minutes or until the caster’s MP is fully depleted.

nCooldown: 72 hours

nMana Cost: Consumes 1000 MP per second

nRestriction: Can be cast when in Draconic State, or after the completion of a Draconic transformation.

nProficiency: 0

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nThe requirements for proficiency in higher-level skills seemed to be decreasing, a welcome change for Howard. Yet, what thrilled him more was the formidable power of these four skills.

nThe two S-level skills were impressive in their own right, both AOE in nature with high damage coefficients.

nAs for the SS-level skills, they were comparable to the conventional SSS-level skills.

nOnce Howard’s base attributes were enhanced, it was conceivable that a single casting could obliterate a city!

nOne skill, unbounded by range, allowed for relentless assault for the duration of its effect.

nThe other, with its vast expanse of 10,000 x 10,000 yards, grew increasingly terrifying with time and the number of foes vanquished within it.

nIn terms of sheer power, these two skills surpassed the SSS-level skill — Annihilation of the Tempest Goddess — that Howard had previously comprehended. 𝘪𝑎.𝘤𝑜𝑚

nWhile the Tempest Goddess’s fury was constant from beginning to end, these Draconic Magics had the capacity to escalate in intensity continually!

nThe discomforting part, however, was the restrictions each of these four skills possessed.

nFor Howard to enter the Draconic State now, the cost was exorbitant, consuming not just mana but also his HP.

nIf there was no means to replenish his HP, a mere handful of entries into the Draconic State could spell sudden death for Howard.

nHence, it was clear that Draconic Magic was to be reserved for moments of peril.

nRecalling the caution of the Chan family’s Guardian Divine Dragon, Howard even speculated that there might be limitations to the Draconic form at its pinnacle.

nJust as the Guardian had warned, Howard, in the end, was only human.

nEven if he were to fully integrate with the Oriental Divine Dragon, there would inevitably be a chasm between him and a true Divine Dragon.

nGifted with the talent of Supreme Synthesis, Howard didn’t place too much emphasis on the Draconic aspects.

nInstead, he took the Guardian Divine Dragon’s words to heart.

nAs Howard stepped out into the courtyard, Shelley Chan was seated cross-legged, a meditative figure enveloped in a gentle embrace of rising flames.

nIt was only Howard’s exceptionally robust constitution, coupled with his noteworthy affinity for Pyro magic, that allowed him to withstand the scorching aura without falter.

nShelley abruptly ceased her meditation, her eyes opening to fix upon Howard.

n“Cough, cough.”

nUnder Shelley’s gaze, Howard involuntarily recalled the succession of events that had transpired in the shadowy river depths.

nA flush crept across his cheeks, and he coughed to clear the air.

nWith a composed demeanor, Shelley spoke, “The Great Elder has a message for you. The clan has chosen to bestow upon you the hand of a direct descendant in marriage. Would you care to meet her? If she does not meet your approval, you are at liberty to select another.”

nAt these words, Howard felt a curious twist in his mind.

nIt was almost beyond belief that such a formidable family was so eagerly offering him a wife.

nThis protective mission had turned out to be an unexpected windfall.

nHis own strength had skyrocketed in an almost divine ascent, and now he stood to be united with the pure bloodline of the Chan family.

nSuch news, if spread, would certainly spark waves of envy, with many perhaps sighing in longing or even weeping in vexation.

n“No need,” Howard said firmly. “What good is a marriage without affection?”

nHe continued with a solemn voice, “I will honor the agreement with your esteemed clan. Once she bears a child, I will ensure the child is returned here.”

nEven as he spoke, a sense of reluctance stirred within him.

nAfter all, the child would be his own flesh and blood.

nShelley’s expression softened, and she nodded in acknowledgment, asking, “When will you depart?”

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