CHAPTER 958: CHAPTER 952: SOLUTION

In fact, upon careful consideration.

This wasn’t the first time Ronald had encountered creatures with Magic Fluctuation.

Il, who was passionately hosting this competition, was the best example.

Back in Yizi Forest, affected by the uncontrolled power of the "Organic Encyclopedia," strange creatures naturally born with magic abilities indeed emerged.

But the problem was, those mutations occurred deep within the large forest inland.

How could they possibly affect the ocean where they currently were?

Through the spiral map in hand, Ronald confirmed that the entire Yizi Forest didn’t even connect with the ocean when the world distorted, which basically ruled out that possibility.

This way, the most likely explanation——

is that after the world’s mutation, new magical creatures also emerged from the depths of the ocean on this planet?

Meanwhile.

At the stern of the ship, the casters were still shouting excitedly about this special gain.

But Ronald could no longer enjoy this joy.

His eyes quickly scanned the crowd, immediately finding a few casters whose brows furrowed just like his own. Although it was extremely challenging to detect the issue, there were still high-level casters on the ship.

These people, upon discovering, inadvertently locked eyes with each other.

No need to speak or discuss anything.

Noticing this scene, the few of them tacitly withdrew from the crowd watching the competition and chose a less crowded spot in the leisurely area set up in the center of the steamship, sitting around a table.

Only a few people fully realized the significance hidden in this phenomenon and immediately acted on it.

Counting Ronald himself, there were only four of them.

However, their common trait was that all of them were powerful casters holding the original texts. Only with such a fundamental guarantee of strength could they, while possessing insight, also react with confidence.

Among the four, Ronald first picked up the complimentary lemonade on the table and took a sip, then straightforwardly said:

"Everyone, I presume you’ve noticed that large fish?"

"Indeed, it’s quite a big fish." Another slightly older caster acknowledged Ronald’s statement, "Although the signs of Magic Fluctuation are incredibly weak, I’m sure this ability is intrinsic to the fish."

Another young person whose appearance seemed not much different from Ronald’s also joined the conversation at this time:

"After the world’s mutation, people from our school often operate by the seaside."

"But honestly, although many individuals take advantage of the chaos to do various things, it’s the first time I’ve seen a creature naturally nurturing magic power within itself like this."

"So how should we handle this issue?" Seeing the three begin to speak, the last one naturally didn’t want to be left out, "Should we investigate first and confirm the situation, or should we immediately inform Gred’s side?"

"In matters that might alter the world’s landscape, I believe we shouldn’t limit the information to exchanges within a few schools."

"..."

The four casters had a relatively deep discussion on this matter.

However, since the attendees were all onboard this ship, their identities were actually quite well-connected with the investigation bureau, or rather, kept quite a good rapport with Gred.

So, it didn’t take long for the discussion to naturally lean towards notifying Gred. This choice not only spared them some troubles but also ensured that the unexpected news would make Gred remember the value of contributions from these four at such a time.

"..."

"Ronald! Isn’t there supposed to be a fishing competition on your side? Why aren’t you joining in the fun?"

The discussion among the four original text holders was suddenly interrupted.

Because at this moment, a lively voice came from the front deck. Ronald looked up and saw a white-haired girl running over from that direction.

——It was Nicole.

Since the separation back at Entrold, Nicole had fully recovered at Blenheim and also deeply integrated the abilities she obtained. So now, just by standing casually, the powerful aura she exuded could pressure the surrounding casters.

Without a doubt, Nicole had become stronger.

Moreover, Ronald, with his discerning eyes, even noticed the Magic Fluctuation of original text nature on the investigator girl’s body!

Did Nicole also obtain an original text?

As Ronald was stunned by this shocking discovery,

The white-haired girl quickly crossed the distance and arrived at the table where the four gathered. The investigator girl’s personality was unreserved, and she pulled over a chair from the side, sitting next to Ronald:

"What’s the matter? We haven’t seen each other in just about a month, and you don’t recognize me anymore?"

Ronald then smiled and replied:

"How could I not recognize you?"

"It’s just that judging from the Magic Fluctuation, you seem a bit different from before."

"Haha~~" Nicole stuck out her tongue and made a playful face, "I was organizing the previously scattered school members, wasn’t I? After some efforts over this period, this task has made some progress. And as the person who brought people back together, I’ve also acquired the original text management rights of the original ’Secret of Aogen.’"

Speaking of this, Nicole couldn’t help but show a bit of pride.

She puffed out her chest towards Ronald and said with a very proud tone:

"It’s precisely because of this."

"Now at the Blenheim Investigation Bureau, I’ve been awarded the title of ace, considered one of Blenheim’s top-notch figures!"

"Oh?" Pleasant feelings can be contagious. Nicole’s attitude, as if flaunting a promotion to family, immediately brought a smile to Ronald’s face, "A big shot, are you? Then you’ve come just in time!"

Joking with the investigator girl, Ronald immediately shifted the topic and redirected his attention to the other casters at the table.

"It’s about that fishing competition you mentioned."

"Someone just caught a big fish from the sea, which seems to hold some very peculiar issues."

"Huh?" With Ronald leading her into the topic, Nicole indeed grew interested.

Instead of continuing to flaunt her accomplishments from the past months, she immediately stood up from her chair, pulling Ronald towards the stern.

"What’s going on here? Tell me quickly!"

"..."

Isn’t she just the perfect candidate for reporting the news?

Faced with the enthusiastic Nicole, Ronald gestured to the other three casters as he was being led towards the stern. He then started explaining to her:

"Just now, a fish was caught that had Magic Fluctuation on its body."

"It wasn’t modified by anyone, nor does it seem like traces left by some spell. Based on the discussion we had, this should be an ability acquired through natural evolution of the creature..."