Volume 2 Before the Disaster Chapter 14: Copper Dragon
The issue of part-time work is very serious, because once you choose part-time work, you cannot change it.
Marvin was naturally experienced enough. In an instant, more than six part-time job combinations immediately popped up in his mind.
Each one can perfectly match the profession of Night Walker.
Originally, if the Cosmic Magic Pool had not collapsed, wizards would naturally be the best choice. Unfortunately, Marvin did not dare to work as a wizard now. Half a year later, the Cosmic Magic Pool would collapse, and non-wizards would at most be implicated, but the wizard group would suffer a devastating disaster.
Even if he wanted to be a part-time wizard, Marvin would wait until the Cosmic Magic Pool collapsed and then become a new-age wizard developed by humans on their own.
So wizards are not under consideration at the moment.
For the remaining professions, finding a job is no less difficult than for night walkers.
"It's better to finish the things at hand first, improve my main job, and then take care of the part-time job."
Ma Wen made up his mind.
He had too many things to do, so he could only take his time. Fortunately, he still had time, and there should be some time before the cosmic magic pool collapsed.
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After killing the necromancer apprentice, Marvin never encountered any other necromancers again.
He was lucky and reached the guillotine in the north smoothly.
This is a place similar to the Valley of Ghosts. Without a pass, Marvin can only use Hessen's spell book again to try to scare the low-level ghosts guarding the gate.
Now that he had the pass, it was naturally extremely convenient. He left the Hill of Despair directly.
After leaving the Hill of Despair, the sky was still dark, as if the sun had just set.
Marvin estimated the time and found that he had been walking in the Hill of Despair for about a day. He entered at dawn and walked out at dusk.
This is already very lucky. There was no loss.
The rest of the journey will be easier, but Marvin plans to rest for a night first.
Because soon he will arrive at the territory of a big guy.
Few people nearby knew of his existence because he used spells such as fog and phantom sound to create a peculiar geographical environment. If he did not take the initiative to attack, few people could disturb him.
But Marvin was ready to pay a visit.
Although the other party has no chance of hurting him, he still needs enough energy to deal with everything that happens next.
"It's better to get some sleep. This body is in such poor condition that it lacks strength."
Marvin lay in a dry tree hole, ate some dry food and water, and soon fell into a deep sleep.
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The next morning, Marvin continued his journey north.
After leaving the Hill of Despair, there is a small basin with a foggy forest in the center.
Marvin stood on a small hill and looked into the distance. It was noon, but the forest was full of fog.
Going around this small forest and heading north, out of the basin, you will reach Moonlight Glade. It is an enclave of the Woodland Elf Kingdom, where only a small number of wood elves live, most of whom are merchants. It only takes half a day to get from Moonlight Glade to the Three Rings Tower, because there are hot air balloons available.
"There's definitely enough time."
Marvin went down the hill and did not choose to bypass the small forest, but walked straight into it.
The woods were very quiet, without any sound at all, as if all the animals had been frightened and were hiding.
As they went deeper and deeper, the fog became thicker and thicker, gradually spreading from Marvin's feet to his waist.
"That's about it."
Marvin gently stroked a tree, and the unusual feeling made him smile.
This is not the way a tree should feel.
Although the visual deception is very effective, there are still some flaws in the sense of touch.
Thinking of this, he suddenly took out a black bandage and covered his eyes.
He just walked forward like this for two hours!
Until a deep voice sounded in his ear: "Looks like you figured out my little maze."
"Funny Ranger, take off your bandages. I see you."
A very standard common language.
Marvin took off the bandage.
At this time, the environment around him had changed drastically.
From the lush forest, it turned into a mountainous area with rocks and a huge cave not far away.
The rest is empty.
Hmm? Have you walked through it?
Marvin realized that he was heading in the wrong direction, so he turned around quickly.
On a huge rock, there lies a gigantic creature!
The other party looked at Marvin with a lazy look, folded its wings, and flicked its tail twice comfortably.
It means this guy is in a good mood.
This is a copper dragon!
Marvin smiled. He was very familiar with this guy.
[Professor], a copper dragon of ancient times, possesses legendary strength and a very kind heart.
Among all dragons, copper dragons have always had a good reputation. They feed on metal ores and rarely harm creatures. They like interesting things, especially riddles.
Most bards are welcomed by copper dragons because they bring them stories from far away.
The ranger can also gain the recognition of the copper dragons, especially after Marvin used a simple trick to break the copper dragon's maze.
That’s right, the center of that basin is actually a mountainous area.
It was just that the copper dragon played a trick and turned the mountain into a forest using dragon magic - at least that's how it looked visually.
But the Copper Dragon's maze environment was not without flaws. Marvin, who had been here many times in his previous life, had naturally cracked it in one go.
The current professor seems to have not been seriously injured in the fight with the ancient red dragon living on the nearby volcanic island. He is still a very active guy.
"Hello, Ranger." The copper dragon's amber eyes blinked, and he seemed a little curious: "How did you figure out my maze?"
Marvin smiled mysteriously: "If I tell you the answer, can you accept my challenge?"
"Challenge me?" The copper dragon was not angry, but showed an interested look: "Excuse me for being blunt, you are no match for me."
"I probably only need a little bit of strength to crush you. "
The copper dragon's tone was very sincere. He stretched out a huge claw and gestured, as if to admonish Marvin how powerful he was.
"Of course I am no match for you."
Marvin smiled and said, “But I want to challenge myself.”
"I heard your reputation from a wise man and knew how wise and funny you were, so I came to you."
"I want to challenge your [Mirror World]."
The Copper Dragon said "Interesting" twice and nodded: "The Mirror World is very dangerous. Are you sure you want to challenge it?"
"Of course." Marvin said, "I came here to hone my skills."
"I can tell you now that the reason I was able to see through your maze is because there is no tree in this world that feels like stone!"
The Copper Dragon laughed. "Is that so? It doesn't seem like a big problem. Just add [Perception Confusion] next time."
"If that's the case, I probably won't be able to find you next time," said Marvin.
"If you behave to my satisfaction in the mirror world, I will let you in."
The copper dragon flicked its tail, grabbed a handful of ore and swallowed it.
“I like warriors who are brave enough to challenge themselves.”
"There are too many wizards in this world. They are all cowards. They never take action unless they are 100% sure. My mirror world has never been visited by a wizard."
"Please wait a moment while I make a copy of you. I have prepared rewards for you on each floor."
"Stand still. In ten minutes, the show will begin!"
As he spoke, the fog slowly rose and surrounded Marvin.
Marvin took a deep breath, closed his eyes, and silently calculated the time.
The mirror world of the ancient copper dragon is a place where brave men constantly challenge themselves!
It's very dangerous here. If you are not careful, you will lose your life .
But this place is also full of temptations!
By defeating your own self in the mirror world, you can continue to hone your skills. For Marvin, it means improving his swordsmanship level!
And every time you defeat an opponent, you will receive a reward from the Professor.
The Copper Dragon likes to collect treasures, and the prizes he gives out are always good things.
