Chapter 336 - 310: I’m Done Studying, Is There More?

Chapter 336: Chapter 310: I’m Done Studying, Is There More?

Redemption Saint Astra...

Lloyd mentally noted the name, a wave of emotion washing over him. ’To think I’ve reached a point where I can discuss beings like Saints with someone.’

’I guess my hard work is finally paying off?’

Outwardly, however, he asked cautiously,

"So, what’s the current situation with our Twisted System? Is it just you and me left?"

"Er... in principle, you could say that..."

Professor Hazled replied, a bit embarrassed, then sighed helplessly.

"Ever since the incident you see before you, Twist has become infamous. No one is willing to set foot in this field anymore, let alone those with real talent and courage... That’s why you’re so important to us in the Twisted System. It’s also why I had to fight Lawrence for you."

"But if that’s the case, why hasn’t the academy abandoned Twist? It’s dangerous, bizarre, and completely unsuited for this era..."

Lloyd pressed on, his curiosity piqued.

"Other professors have asked me that same question. They also believe that Twist is imperfect, fraught with danger, and ill-suited for this era... But whether it’s me, Hildina, or that shameful traitor, we all firmly believe that Twist holds the power to change the world."

As Professor Hazled spoke, his invisible form floated to the windowsill. He gazed out at the dead, silent land and added in a low voice,

"This is something only Twist can accomplish..."

His words were somewhat ambiguous and easily misinterpreted. It wasn’t clear if he meant that the incident before them was caused by Twist, or if there was something else that only Twist could achieve.

"Alright, that should be enough rest. Let’s continue your studies."

Professor Hazled continued. Just like before, he gestured in the air, and another page of Forbidden Knowledge materialized on the desk in front of Lloyd.

[Ding~ Madness Value +50]

[Ding~ Madness Value +50]

’Ugh... It’s still a bit too safe...’

Still, Lloyd wasn’t one to complain. He just kept reading.

This page of knowledge was different from the last. It wasn’t about the history of the Twisted System’s development. Instead, it looked more like a fragmented research journal, unsigned and torn from the middle of a larger work, with no beginning or end.

Furthermore, the text wasn’t written in the current common tongue, but in a language Lloyd shouldn’t have been able to recognize.

But as the Book of Truth slowly turned in his mind, he found he could understand the meaning of the words without any difficulty, which was quite miraculous.

"Year 3736, 1st Month. The Wise Ones have decided to name this new power ’Twist.’ A strange name? I find it utterly lacking in taste and aesthetic appeal, but who am I to argue? I’m just a minor Mage with no say in the matter."

"Year 3736, 3rd Month. After two long months of research, analysis, and sample experiments, it can be basically confirmed that the power involved in Twist is not Magic or Fighting Qi. It is also not the blood and organs of those Warlocks, nor the herbs of Witch Doctors and Shamans. It is a completely new, subversive power. It piques one’s curiosity. It’s fascinating."

"Year 3736, 6th Month. My thesis was actually noticed by a Radiant Gold? HAHAHA! This is a moment definitely worth recording! I’ll show those Wise Ones who look down on me that I’m not some country bumpkin to be trifled with!"

"Dammit! I was too nervous! I didn’t even catch the Radiant Gold’s name, and I couldn’t answer a single question! Fuck! Shit! I can’t believe I wasted this golden opportunity! I could just kill myself!"

"Year 3737, 1st Month. I’ve almost forgotten the last time I wrote an entry. That disastrous meeting? Who cares. It doesn’t matter anymore... Through my attempts over the past six months, I’ve gradually come to understand the essence of this new power, Twist. I can master it. Yes, I definitely can!"

"Year 3737, 8th Month. HAHAHA, the power of Twist is simply marvelous! HAHAHAHA! It is invincible! It can overturn this damn world!"

"Year 3738, 1st Month. It’s been such a busy and fulfilling time. The Wise Ones have no choice but to kneel at my feet, begging me for the Blessing of my knowledge. No! That won’t do! The power of Twist is far beyond the comprehension of these incompetent fools. Only great figures at the level of a Radiant Gold are qualified to discuss it with me."

"Year 3739, 10th Month. HAHAHA, from thought, consciousness, and perception, to Magic Power, Fighting Qi, technology, and even light and air—everything is under the control of Twist! HAHAHA, it’s all in my hands! The world is in my hands!"

"Someone accused me of becoming mentally unstable? How ridiculous. I had no choice but to show him what true instability feels like..."

"Year 3743, 6th Month. No one can stop me. No one can defeat me. With my Twist, I am invincible! I am the Sovereign of this world!"

"I hear someone is hunting me? With the participation and approval of a Radiant Gold? Very well, then. It’s time to let the world experience Twist."

"Haha, I get it. I understand now. So this is the true essence of Twist. I know everything!"

"You can’t stop me! You fools know nothing! I’m saving you! I’m saving the world!"

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The records from this point on were all written in a script that not even the Book of Truth could decipher. It was basically just scribbles, indicating that the author’s mental state had likely deteriorated to the point where they could no longer form human language.