Chapter 62: Elemental Runes
Looking down at my tenth attempt at the Worldroot Conduit on the Blank Canvas Lily, I finally felt satisfied.
The pattern flowed perfectly - each root seamlessly connecting to form an endless knot that somehow managed to look both precise and natural at the same time.
"This one's ready," I declared, holding up the lily for inspection.
"Master, your inscribing speed has improved significantly," Azure noted. "The first attempt at the Fundamental Rune took considerably longer to perfect."
The vine around my neck extended a tendril to trace the pattern, giving what felt like an approving pat on my shoulder.
I had to admit, having a semi-sentient plant accessory that offered runic advice was not something I'd expected when I first arrived in this world.
"Just one moment!" Elder Molric called out, making his way over from the other side of the lab. A series of muffled growls followed him, but he seemed entirely unconcerned. "Let me see your work."
He examined the practice rune, turning the leaf this way and that to catch the light. After what felt like several minutes, he finally nodded.
"Excellent integration points. The energy flow paths are particularly well-designed." He glanced at me curiously. "Where are you planning to connect it to your Fundamental Rune?"