112: This thing actually works on mages?

Mid-April, 3625.

The success of the Toughblood Rune and Overload Concerto System.

It was like two stones thrown into the calm lake of the Empire's steady development, with ripples slowly spreading to every corner.

The first batch of physical Toughblood Rune items.

They were secretly distributed to core members, led by Gude, Beethoven, and Draven.

After a brief adaptation period, the effects were immediate.

Draven was on the training ground.

Feeling the continuous warmth (Stable Mode) flowing like a stream within his body.

The more controllable, surging power (Burst Mode) that could be activated at will with a thought, his excitement was evident.

"Lord, what a good thing! I feel my mental perception is much sharper, and my control over magic seems smoother!"

"Oh?"

Brian heard this and let out an interested 'oh'.

If the Toughblood Rune also provided a boost to a Mage's abilities, its value would far exceed expectations.

"Spirit Eye, initiate comprehensive monitoring, focusing on recording mental power fluctuations, spell intensity, and magic circulation efficiency."

"The monitoring Magic Formation has been fully calibrated, Master!"

Spirit Eye's voice rang out, and a more precise detection Magic Formation enveloped Draven.

"Draven, first test your normal state," Brian ordered.

"Yes, sir!"

Draven concentrated, first demonstrating his qualities as a Level 2 Mage:

[Basic Strength Test: Impact Force Spell Scale ≈ 60]

[Maximum Speed: 73 meters/second]

Immediately after.

He switched to Mage stance, and in his Mental Sea, a mental sphere inscribed with Level 1 [Acid Ray] and another inscribed with Level 2 [Wind Blade] lit up slightly.

Two spells were cast instantly!

The Acid Ray accurately hit the target, emitting a 'hissing' corrosive sound.

The Wind Blade tore through the air with a sharp whistle.

[Baseline - Acid Ray Intensity: Spell Scale ≈ 15]

[Baseline - Wind Blade Intensity: Spell Scale ≈ 45]

[Baseline - Spell Release Stability: Excellent]

[Baseline - Mental Power Recovery Speed: Standard]

"Very good. Now, activate Stable Mode."

Brian commanded.

The warm current surged again.

Draven immediately noticed the difference.

Not only did his physical strength increase, but even his Mental Sea seemed to be permeated by this gentle energy, becoming clearer and more active.

He cast spells again.

[Stable Mode - Strength Test: Impact Force Spell Scale ≈ 66] (10% increase)

[Stable Mode - Acid Ray Intensity: Spell Scale ≈ 17] (10% increase)

[Stable Mode - Wind Blade Intensity: Spell Scale ≈ 50] (10% increase)

[Stable Mode - Spell Release Stability: Excellent, slight increase in magic condensation speed]

[Stable Mode - Mental Power Recovery Speed: Increased by approximately 8%]

"It really works!"

A glint flashed in Brian's eyes:

"Stable Mode also provides a stable, comprehensive boost for Mages! Now, try Burst Mode, and pay attention to the load on your Mental Sea!"

Draven once again activated the power of Burst Mode.

This time.

The surging power not only rushed into his limbs but also washed over his Mental Sea like a tide!

He felt his mental power unprecedentedly active, and the speed of magic circulation soared!

Whoosh!

Boom!

The Acid Ray became thicker, and its corrosiveness greatly increased!

The size of the Wind Blade and the sound of it tearing through the air also significantly increased!

[Burst Mode - Strength Test: Impact Force Spell Scale ≈ 84] (40% increase)

[Burst Mode - Acid Ray Intensity: Spell Scale ≈ 21] (40% increase!)

[Burst Mode - Wind Blade Intensity: Spell Scale ≈ 63] (40% increase!)

[Burst Mode - Spell Release Stability: Good (magic flow was too turbulent, slight fluctuations, but did not affect instant cast)]

[Burst Mode - Mental Power Consumption Speed: Greatly increased]

After the spells were released.

Draven clearly felt a wave of mental emptiness and fatigue.

Even more so than purely physical exhaustion.

But under the effect of Life Echo, this feeling of emptiness was rapidly being soothed.

Spirit Eye reported:

"Data recorded. In Burst Mode, Commander Draven's spell power is greatly enhanced, at the cost of accelerated mental power consumption. Combined with the Life Echo effect, his mental power recovery speed is approximately 350% of normal, and full recovery is estimated to take 5 minutes. The boost in Stable Mode can be sustained."

Brian looked at the comprehensive data, a very satisfied smile on his face:

"Excellent! The value of the Toughblood Rune far exceeds expectations!! It can even boost Mages!"

Draven felt the gradually calming power within him and his rapidly recovering mental strength, and bowed excitedly:

"Thank you for your trust, Lord!"

This test proved.

The Toughblood Rune is perfectly suited for both magic and martial arts.

It provides both physical and magical permanent boosts and transcendent burst capabilities, with its strategic value soaring once again!

Meanwhile, in the robot legion.

The Overload Concerto System began to be installed in small batches on new models and basic types.

Test data showed.

Robot squads equipped with this system.

In simulated confrontations, relying on longer sustained combat time and performance bursts at critical moments.

They could easily crush an equal number of older model units.

Given this, Brian decided to equip all his robots with the Overload Concerto System!

"Spirit Eye! Equip all of them with this system! Both new and old!"

"Yes, Master!"

As Brian's order was given.

His robot legion was densely installing the Overload Concerto System!

He believed that soon.

The robot legion's strength would crush its former self!

However, technological breakthroughs did not disrupt Brian's pace.

He still maintained a steady rhythm.

The construction of Dawn City was changing with each passing day under the overall planning of Spirit Eye's Clone 4.

Family life remained warm.

The children were growing, and Joey and Kane's interest in constructs was deepening.

They even tried to piece together their own toys with simple materials.

Spirit Eye's several clones each performed their duties, managing the territory, research, and Plane management in an orderly fashion.

Her Main Clone would occasionally come to Brian's study with a pile of newly bought clothes and snacks.

She would eat pastries while reporting on work.

As if it were just casual chat after a meal.

Early May.

On this day.

Brian once again stood at the top of the Mage Tower, holding Spirit Eye's latest compiled report.

Dawn Plane: Resource survey completion 75%, preliminary management system established, order stable.

Main World Territory: Various industries are developing steadily, maintaining cautious and friendly trade relations with surrounding territories.

Technological Reserve: Toughblood Rune and Overload Concerto System have entered mass production.

Plane Detection: Plane archives have already reached number 006.

Personal Strength: Brian was also close to being promoted to a Level 5 Mage.

But this time!

He was not absolutely confident!

After all, he only had a second-grade Mage talent!

He could only wait until Alice's child was born to see if he could raise his talent to first-grade before advancing.

It was early May, 3625.

There was about 1 month left!

Alice was about to give birth!

Emily would also give birth in September-October.

As for Lucia, it would be October-November.

Soon!

If after these three children were born.

None of them had first-grade talent or above.

He would have to risk the breakthrough!

Only a 60% chance of success!

It was too low!

Let alone 60%, even 99.99%.

As long as there was a slight chance of failure, he couldn't take the risk!

Fortunately!

Everything was going according to plan.

He looked into the distance, his gaze calm and profound.

He thought deeply for a long time,

But it was useless!

So he would just wait and see!

The night grew deeper.

His silhouette stretched long.

Brian slowly walked down the Mage Tower and returned to his warm home.

Alice was leaning on the soft couch, gently stroking her round belly.

Emily and Lucia also sat around the couch, smiling gently as they watched the children play.

The children laughed and gathered around.

Joey excitedly showed off the little bird he had assembled from gears, while Kane asked how robots flew.

Brian smiled and squatted down.

He carefully looked at the crude gear bird.

He ruffled Joey's hair;

Then he gave Kane an easy-to-understand answer to his question.

Afterward, he sat beside Alice, his broad hand gently resting on her belly, feeling the strong fetal movements, as if high-fiving his future hope.

Late at night.

He tucked each child into bed, leaving a goodnight kiss on their smooth foreheads.

In the bedroom, Alice was already asleep.

Brian lay beside her, and in his wife's steady breathing, slowly closed his eyes.

Outside the window, the moonlight flowed serenely like mercury.

And Brian, in this tranquil atmosphere, gradually drifted off to sleep, awaiting the arrival of a new day.