White Harbor is an increasingly prosperous and populous city of extraordinary people. As more and more houses are built, extraordinary people continue to gather here, and various extraordinary buildings and facilities specifically serving the extraordinary people are also increasing.
For example, there are rentable alchemy workshops and alchemy rooms, a task release window jointly opened by the predecessor White Harbor Lifetime Management Council and the Pantheon APP, an extraordinary botanical garden as beautiful as a cross-era garden, and the White Harbor Library which houses a large collection of information, books and knowledge of extraordinary people about the mountain and sea world.
The instigator and founder of the White Harbor Great Library was none other than John Fogle, the lifelong councillor of White Harbor and the most powerful alchemist in the world. Many of the books in the library were donated by this somewhat eccentric and arrogant alchemist. No one expected that this old man with a bad temper would do such a good deed.
On weekdays, Chen Jin is a frequent visitor to this library. She often controls the evil spirit puppet to enter the library to borrow books. After Fang Xiu came back from the Mountain and Sea Realm, he learned that there was a large library here, and he also wanted to take a look at how reality records the knowledge of the extraordinary world, as well as the vast world of gods and demons.
This is a building that looks very large. The decoration looks classical and exquisite, revealing a sense of the times. You can tell at a glance that it was designed by the alchemist John Fogel. There are many books inside, with rows of bookshelves stretching from the bottom to the top, densely packed.
Fang Xiu actually saw a complete set of the History of Dahuan, the Chronicle of King Huan Hua, and the historical introductions of the various vassal states of Dongzhou. These were not compiled by people in this world, but historical books belonging to Dongzhou in the Mountain and Sea Realm, and were brought back to the world through magical rubbings. In addition, there were introductions to the vast territory of Nanzhou and tens of thousands of countries. Each country had its own records and books, which together formed such a large library.
However, most of them are just ordinary books like this. Books that are truly related to spiritual practice and supernatural powers should be placed elsewhere.
Fang Xiu went to the front desk to ask the blonde girl how to get to the next floor, but he didn't expect that the girl was secretly taking a photo of him with her phone. Fang Xiu frowned and didn't say much: "How do I get to the next floor?"
The front desk is a platform with a special style that is formed entirely by combining alchemy with technology. It is an alchemical item full of mechanical sense, with a few weird-looking wizard hands on it.
Through the computer, you can use the Western magic of the Mage's Hand to take out anything you want in the library.
It can also be organized, cleaned, and even some troublemakers thrown out.
Just as Fang Xiu asked to see the library on the upper floor, he met the famous alchemist John Fogel.
I don’t know if it was a coincidence or because he knew Fang Xiu was here, he came here specially to see him.
The alchemist, who was dressed in a star robe, leaped out from the curtain at the front desk as a streak of fire, and appeared in front of Fang Xiu. He said to Fang Xiu, "Let me take you up to have a look!"
Fang Xiu looked at the alchemist. The two of them rarely interacted with each other. He nodded and said, "Okay!"
There are fewer bookshelves on the upper level, but it is wider and decorated magnificently. There is a fireplace inside, but it is actually a heater, which is particularly romantic. Compared with a library, it is more like a quiet room and conference hall.
Fang Zhengzheng was holding and reading a book called "Illustrated Book of Creatures in the World of Gods and Demons". It seemed to be compiled by a Chinese author named Xu Xiake, the 72nd generation, on the Supernatural Forum. When he turned to the back of the book, he found that it was actually printed and published by the Temple of the Gods.
Fang Xiu took a look and found that there was not only an introduction to the mountain gods and water masters of Dongzhou, but also pictures of gods and goddesses, as well as the monsters, alien races, and demons of Nanzhou, as well as illustrations and introductions to the dragons in the sea, the kingdom of mermaids, and various sea beasts. This person called the 72nd generation Xu Xiake was quite interesting, he must have traveled all over the mountains and seas, otherwise he would not have known so much.
The alchemist started by just talking about some topics about alchemy and refining. In his opinion, there is still a big difference between alchemy and refining. John Fogel believes that alchemy pays more attention to communication with the outside world and the connection with technology, machinery, life, etc., while refining pursues the extraordinary essence and pays more attention to the pursuit of the mysterious essence of the soul and extraordinary power.
Fang Xiu found this statement very interesting, and John Fogel's statement was very pertinent. He conducted research and exploration from various aspects and did not judge from an objective perspective.
After saying this, John Fogel suddenly changed the topic to the power of the fourth level: "Mr. Fengdu, I wonder how it feels to be an immortal?"
Fang Xiu knew that the immortal species he was talking about meant that the fourth level could live for a thousand years. In a sense, the fourth level was indeed no longer an ordinary life form, but an immortal race. However, calling the fourth level the immortal species almost distinguished it from mortals and the human race.
Fang Xiu glanced at John Fogel: "Although we have gained a long lifespan, we are still human beings."
"But the third and fourth levels are indeed a major dividing point, not only in terms of strength, but also in the essence of life."
John Fogel raised his hands excitedly and said on the empty second floor of the library: "No, this means that we can live through century after century, into the next era, and into the future."
"At this point, we are no longer mortals, but have entered a realm close to that of God."
He looks like he has a crazy trait, but he remains highly rational. These two completely opposite characteristics, rationality and madness, are manifested in this person at the same time.
Finally, he looked at Fang Xiu, his eyes showing extreme desire: "Next, we will get closer to God little by little, and even become God!"
What was expressed in that voice was not just greed for eternal life, but the desire to explore the mysterious realm of gods and demons, and the unknown forbidden knowledge.
Fang Xiu closed the book in his hand and picked up the next one: "Don't you believe in God? Isn't it blasphemous to say such things?"
"Isn't alchemy itself a blasphemy against God? Since ancient times, we have been trying to unlock the realm of God, but the alchemists in the past were nothing more than swindlers or lunatics."
“Only I can truly stand in a realm close to God.”
Fang Xiu then raised his doubts: "It is said that there is a Moon God Spring in the center of Nanzhou, but it is occupied by a fourth-level monster. Sir Fogel, how did you break through to the fourth level?"
John Fogel regained his wise elder appearance and said with a smile: "During my travels in Dongzhou, I visited the Heavenly Master, paid some price, and borrowed the Fountain of Eternal Youth."
"Mr. Jia, Mr. Zhang, and Mr. Qingyang talked to me for a long time. Their erudition and vision are truly admirable."
"But the choice of fate is really regrettable!"
The Fountain of Eternal Youth is the name for the Longevity Pond in the West. Fang Xiu did not expect that this time the alchemist would actually enter Dongzhou, but he should have entered after he left.
Moreover, Dongzhou as a whole is extremely hostile to Western extraordinary people. In addition, the appearance of Western extraordinary people is completely different from that of Dongzhou humans, and they are considered to be barbarians, foreigners, or even demons. Therefore, John Fogel probably dare not be too high-profile. After all, even if it is the fourth level, there are not many of them in Dongzhou now.
John Fogel finally turned the topic to another one at this time: "I heard that China really built an energy tower. Does Mr. Fengdu know about it?"
Fang Xiu nodded: "I think I saw this incident on the Internet."
John Fogel was extremely regretful: "It's a pity that although I proposed the theory of the energy tower, I can't be the first to build an energy tower. I applied to your country before and went to Weigang City to help them build the energy tower free of charge. I could even join your country's nationality, but I was rejected!"
"Your country's sectarianism is too serious. I do not belong to any particular force or country. I am just an alchemist who pursues the truth."
Fang Xiu didn't know why he wanted to laugh when he saw a foreigner like this: "I'm sorry, there's nothing I can do."
John Fogel said to Fang Xiu: "It is said that your country brought back a divine weapon from the world of gods and demons. It was a divine weapon that fell from the heaven of the world of gods and demons."
"Dongzhou actually has a corner of a building that fell from the heaven. I have been there to see it, but I couldn't get in."
Fang Xiu didn't say much. This information had already spread in the extraordinary world a long time ago and was not considered news.
John Fogel finally said: "I heard that Mr. Fengdu also has a magic weapon in his hand. I wonder if you can tell me the secret of this magic weapon. Why can't we collect the power of faith in this world? After possessing this magic weapon, we can cross this threshold."
"What is the essence of God? Is it this?"
He seemed to be the embodiment of Ten Thousand Whys, asking a lot of questions every minute, and finally looked at Fang Xiu seriously and sincerely: "I am willing to pay the price in exchange!"
Fang Xiu chuckled: "What's the price?"
John Fogel spread out his hands, and the star patterns on his star robe flowed along with his movements: "Any price!"
"The essence of alchemy that I compiled contains most of my hard work in alchemy. I just want to know what the secret of the incense artifact is."
"And everything I have can be used as a price, but I still hope to see the real artifact, even if it's just the secondary scroll."
"I am proficient in refining equipment and have no interest in alchemy. It is enough for me to practice one path to perfection. I will bite off more than I can chew."
Fang Xiu refused John Fogel's request, but in the end this foreigner who was obsessed with alchemy sent Fang Xiu away reluctantly.
As soon as Fang Xiu returned home, he heard a funny and sharp voice coming from the attic. The voice penetrated the floor and came directly down.
"Too bad! Too bad!"
"A space inheritance item of a mythical alchemy school has been ruined like this!"
Wind Crow Rost Joel stood on Chen Jin's shoulder, looking at this independent witch garden and its crooked structure, and made loud and critical remarks.
"Too bad! Too bad!" The Wind Crow didn't know who learned this word from, and he kept shouting.
It described the guy who created this magic weapon house from head to toe as worthless.
In general, it’s too bad.