MTL - A Sorcerer’s Journey - v2 Chapter 57 2 evolution

A Deadly Secret, also translated as Requiem of Ling Sing and Secret of the Linked Cities, is a wuxia novel by Jin Yong (Louis Cha). It was first published in the magazine Southeast Asia Weekly (東南亞周刊) and the Hong Kong newspaper Ming Pao in 1963. Its original Chinese title was Su Xin Jian before Jin Yong changed it to Lian Cheng Jue. The story revolves around the adventures of the protagonist Di Yun, an ordinary young peasant, who is imprisoned after being framed. In his quest for vengeance, he accidentally acquires the Liancheng Swordplay manual (連城劍谱), an ancient artifact not only prized for the skills detailed inside, but also for containing a secret leading to a treasure.

Zane Thaleward, born into a prestigious family known for their extraordinary magical abilities, struggles to meet the expectations placed upon him. Unlike his relatives, his magic is weak, limited to only the simplest of spells, making him the subject of mockery and ridicule.Despite the constant criticism, he remains determined to become stronger. One day, while searching the family’s library for a way to improve his magic, he stumbles upon a strange, ancient book. Little does he know, this discovery will change his destiny forever.

He was an addict, a loser, a despicable human being.

Majiatisi Lei En, the sole Descendant of the Heroes is the nightmare of his entire town.

The apprentice of a proud Warlock, Lei En works hard to learn his trade unknowingly causing mayhem for those around him.

So when he stood on the tower of the Supreme Wizard, shouting with a heroic flair:

”I want to be the greatest of the alchemist of the Shenji Continent!”

A resounding roar of, “Boos” from the townspeople was the only response he got.

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