78: Recognize the Lord

The intelligent robot slowly returned to the Mage Tower with the biological prison.

When they returned to the Mage Tower, Brian immediately brought the biological prison to the laboratory.

He stood before the biological prison, carefully observing the Ice and Snow Elf.

She was curled up in a corner of the prison, her once radiant blue light now dim, and her wings drooped limply.

Spirit Eye was recording various data for the Ice and Snow Elf, while also analyzing the fluctuations of magic energy within her body.

"Master, the ice magic energy within this Ice and Snow Elf is extremely pure, and her body seems to contain a special power, as if it's related to laws?" Spirit Eye finally said with an uncertain tone.

Brian fell into contemplation, "Related to laws? Is it because of her abilities?"

"Spirit Eye, first conduct some basic examinations on her to check her body structure and the way her magic energy operates. As for the laws, I'll ask Eric about it later. This touches upon our blind spot."

Spirit Eye nodded and began skillfully operating the detection equipment.

Soft beams of light shot out from the equipment, enveloping the Ice and Snow Elf, collecting various data.

Brian waited quietly nearby, his gaze never leaving the Ice and Snow Elf.

Before long, Spirit Eye completed the basic examination.

"Master, her body structure is very different from ordinary ice-type creatures. Her bones are composed of special ice crystals, extremely sturdy yet not lacking in flexibility."

"Her heart rate is very low, but each beat can release powerful ice magic energy. Moreover, her magic core is much larger than that of an average Level 3 magic beast, which is why she can release such powerful ice magic."

Brian stroked his chin, pondering Spirit Eye's words.

"It seems this Ice and Snow Elf is indeed not simple. The special power within her body might truly be related to laws."

Just then, a noisy sound came from outside the Mage Tower.

Brian and Spirit Eye exchanged glances and immediately checked the situation outside through the monitoring system.

A group of ice magic beasts was surging towards the Mage Tower, their eyes filled with anger and hatred.

"Master, these ice magic beasts seem to be here for the Ice and Snow Elf. They might be her companions or summoned by her," Spirit Eye analyzed.

"Most of them are Level 3 magic beasts; the threat is not great."

Brian frowned and said, "It seems we can't just sit back and wait. Spirit Eye, have the intelligent robots stationed within the city walls prepare for battle."

Spirit Eye swiftly issued the command, and the intelligent robots immediately sprang into action.

They formed neat rows, holding magic guns and with magic shields activated, ready for battle.

The ice magic beasts showed no fear; they let out roars and launched a fierce attack on the city walls.

Battle erupted instantly, the energy rays from the magic guns colliding with the ice magic released by the ice creatures, producing deafening sounds.

Although the ice magic beasts were numerous, densely surrounding the city walls, the combat power of the intelligent robots was incomparable to theirs.

"Spirit Eye, a three-round volley of magic missiles! If they want to die, then let them die!"

As Brian's words fell, before Spirit Eye could reply, the Ice and Snow Elf in the biological prison showed an anxious expression.

Clearly, she did not want her companions to die.

She began to plead with Brian using her mental power!

That mental power was like soft yet persistent threads, entwining within Brian's consciousness, carrying the Ice and Snow Elf's worry and urgency.

Sensing the Ice and Snow Elf's thoughts, Brian was slightly startled; he hadn't expected this small Ice and Snow Elf to be so loyal and righteous.

He fell into a brief moment of thought.

On one hand, the ice magic beasts were approaching fiercely; if he didn't attack ruthlessly, the Mage Tower and the intelligent robots might suffer losses.

On the other hand, the Ice and Snow Elf's plea made him somewhat waver.

Spirit Eye watched Brian's expression from the side, guessing his hesitation, and said, "Master, perhaps we can try other methods; it's not strictly necessary to use a volley of magic missiles."

Brian nodded: "First, pause the magic missile launch program. Have the intelligent robot army strengthen their defenses and withstand the attacks of the ice creatures."

Spirit Eye quickly relayed the order, and the intelligent robot army adjusted their combat strategy. They formed a tighter defensive formation, while the magic guns fired rhythmically, suppressing the ice magic beasts' offensive.

The ice magic beasts seemed to be blinded by rage; they frantically crashed against the city walls, continuously unleashing ice magic.

However, the ice magic was constantly dispersed by the intelligent robots' magic rays and blocked by their magic shields, causing no harm to the intelligent robots.

The battle grew more intense, the air around the city walls churned by magic power, becoming chillingly cold.

The Ice and Snow Elf inside the biological prison grew increasingly anxious; her mental plea became more urgent, even carrying a hint of supplication.

Brian looked at the Ice and Snow Elf in the prison and said to her, "Releasing you is impossible, but letting these magic beasts go is fine, provided that you recognize me as your master!"

The Ice and Snow Elf's body trembled slightly upon hearing Brian's words, and a look of hesitation appeared in her eyes.

Her mental power fluctuations became more complex, as if she was weighing the proposal.

She knew very well that her companions were outside fighting desperately to save her.

If she didn't agree to Brian's request, her companions might be in mortal danger.

But recognizing a stranger as her master, for her, who was inherently free, was truly difficult to accept.

Time passed minute by minute in this tense standoff. Outside, as time went on, the casualties among the ice magic beasts in their battle with the intelligent robots gradually increased.

Seeing this, the Ice and Snow Elf knew she could no longer hesitate. Her gaze gradually firmed, and she slowly conveyed her thoughts to Brian.

She was willing to recognize Brian as her master but hoped that Brian could guarantee her and her companions' safety and grant them a certain degree of freedom.

After Brian sensed the Ice and Snow Elf's response, he pondered for a moment and said, "I can agree to your request. As long as your companions do not actively cause trouble, I promise not to harm them."

The Ice and Snow Elf seemed to sense the sincerity in Brian's words. She nodded gently, then released a special mental power fluctuation.

This fluctuation spread rapidly, and the ice magic beasts, who had been frantically attacking the city walls, gradually quieted down.

The anger and hatred in their eyes gradually receded, replaced by a hint of confusion and obedience.

Spirit Eye watched this scene and exclaimed in surprise, "Master, she really did it! These ice creatures all seem to obey her command."

Immediately, an imprint lit up between the Ice and Snow Elf's eyebrows.

As the imprint lit up, she used her mental power to indicate to Brian that this was a master-recognition imprint, requiring Brian's mental power to receive it.

Brian then extended his mental power towards the master-recognition imprint transmitted by the Ice and Snow Elf.

The moment his mental power touched the imprint, a cool sensation spread along his mental power. He felt as if he could perceive the deepest emotions of the Ice and Snow Elf, a trace of unease, and also a trace of anticipation.

With the completion of the master-recognition process, a wondrous connection was established between Brian and the Ice and Snow Elf.

He could clearly sense the Ice and Snow Elf's location and state, and the Ice and Snow Elf could also sense his thoughts and intentions.

Brian reached out and gently stroked the Ice and Snow Elf's head, saying, "From now on, you are my contracted pet. I will uphold my promise and ensure the safety of your companions."

The Ice and Snow Elf gently fluttered her wings and responded through mental power, "Master, then I will let them leave."

At this moment, the ice magic beasts outside had completely stopped their attack, standing silently in place, awaiting the Ice and Snow Elf's next instruction.

She flew a few circles around Brian, then flew outside the Mage Tower, conveying a message of safety to the ice magic beasts.

The ice magic beasts dispersed, returning to various corners of the ice and snow world.

After seeing the ice magic beasts retreat, Brian asked the Ice and Snow Elf, "Do you have a name?"

The Ice and Snow Elf blinked her nimble eyes, transmitting her name to Brian through mental power: "My name is Vera."

Her voice softly resonated in Brian's consciousness, like the subtle sound of snowflakes falling.

"Vera? What a good name! Truth! Haha!" Brian heard the name and recalled that in his previous life, the Latin meaning of Vera was 'truth,' symbolizing the Ice and Snow Elf's purity and wisdom.

"This name really suits me! A mage is meant to capture and possess truth!"

Thinking this, his gaze towards Vera was filled with gentleness.

Vera's wings trembled slightly upon hearing Brian's praise, and tiny ice crystals drifted down, like a dreamlike snow dance.

"Vera, from now on, you'll live with me in the Mage Tower. This is Spirit Eye, my companion!" Brian introduced Spirit Eye to Vera.

"Vera, hello! I'm Spirit Eye! Welcome to the Mage Tower!" With that, Spirit Eye extended her small right hand and gently stroked Vera.

Vera responded cheerfully to Spirit Eye through mental power.

Brian felt that Vera not being able to speak seemed to affect her communication with Spirit Eye a bit.

"Vera, can you speak?"

"Master, I need to study for a while!" Vera responded to Brian using mental power.

"Vera, if you have any needs in the future, you can tell me or Spirit Eye. Spirit Eye is very capable!"

Brian took the opportunity to praise Spirit Eye.

Spirit Eye felt very happy to hear the praise! She patted her chest and said, "That's right, Vera, I'm very capable! You can come to me for anything!"

Vera, at the side, gently flapped her wings, seemingly also sensing the harmonious atmosphere.

Over the next ten days or so, Vera began to diligently learn to speak.

She followed Spirit Eye, pronouncing word by word. Although she stumbled at first, she learned with exceptional seriousness.

"Mas...ter!"

"It's 'Master'! Not 'ter'!" Spirit Eye corrected her as she taught.

From the second day onwards, Vera's progress was remarkably significant.

She, who could initially only utter single words with difficulty, could now fluently speak simple sentences.

"Spirit Eye! Thank you!"

Her voice was clear and pleasant, like the sound of ice shards colliding.

"Hey! No problem, no problem, Vera, you're so cute! Hehe!"