The spell began to take effect immediately.

On Nicole's body, the convenience of the spell manifested vividly at this moment.

If strict genetic editing methods were used to solve Nicole's significant physical hazards, the energy consumption and process duration would be an excessively large figure.

But the spell was different.

The vitality and Magic Power provided by "The Origin of Species" erased these technical limitations completely, directly modifying Nicole's body through magical channels.

It took just over a quarter of an hour.

Ronald completed everything, naturally removing his hand from Nicole's body.

The transformation of the spell on the investigator girl concluded thoroughly in this not-so-long process.

"..."

"I... really feel so relaxed!"

Seeing Ronald withdraw his hand, Nicole effortlessly sat upright with a single hand push.

She understood her body's condition well.

After Ronald's modification, the Magic Power that used to constantly corrode her body now flows normally within, creating a mutually beneficial cooperative match with her body.

The issues once caused by excessive spellcasting completely disappeared.

Nicole felt herself immensely powerful.

The feeling was akin to when she first learned and entered the mysterious side, feeling Magic Power flowing inside her for the first time.

A brand new self, familiar yet strange body.

"..."

At this moment, Nicole silently closed her eyes.

Yet beneath the calm expression of the investigator girl, the Magic Power within her was undergoing a thorough reformation.

Due to the complete disappearance of the problems once troubling Nicole.

The spells she used to suppress some issues and injuries could now be entirely withdrawn, transitioning into the healthy stance of a normal Caster.

A few more seconds passed after clearing away these unnecessary aspects.

Nicole finally reopened her solitary eye.

Even though only a few seconds passed since Ronald's genetic modification ended, Nicole was in a totally different, completely new state than before.

Now she was wholly confident in defeating some enemies she could never deal with before. New spell powers, perfectly healthy active body, things the investigator girl never dared to imagine before.

"Ronald, thank you."

Nicole expressed her gratitude to Ronald solemnly.

But soon, she reverted to her usual self, her tone becoming cheerful:

"Speaking of which, when we return to Borrenwitch, I'll treat you to a good meal. Let me tell you—outside the Investigation Bureau, a new guy has come with a cart, his stuff is delicious!"

"But after these two months have passed…"

"In the middle of winter, I wonder if he's still in business…"

"Then I'll be waiting for you." Ronald naturally teased Nicole a bit, but soon, he shifted the topic to concerns of his own, "Regarding the situation here, I have some things I want to ask you."

Nicole naturally nodded in agreement:

"No problem, go ahead!"

"I'll tell you everything I know."

Seeing Nicole agree, Ronald naturally explained his purpose for coming here, as well as some previous experiences:

"I came here to search for something called the Dust Beast, and I already have some suspect targets…"

This time, Ronald paid meticulous attention to details.

He even amplified his voice so the investigators resting nearby could clearly hear his description.

The reason for Ronald's seriousness was simple.

Nicole and her investigator companions had been active in this underground world for more than two months, their experiences definitely surpassing those of a newcomer like him.

If he spoke as detailed as possible now, these investigators, naturally meticulous and skilled in problem-solving, might indeed provide unexpected assistance.

As it turned out.

Ronald's thinking was correct.

Upon presenting the details about the Dust Beast, while most of the investigators showed no reaction, one individual's expression changed.

With Ronald, who could help them leave right before their eyes.

This investigator naturally would not hide the information they possessed:

"Ronald, I might know something."

"In a place four caverns away from here, beneath the deeper terrain, I once sensed a Magic Power different from human usage. If you're looking for something matching your description, I think it might be related to the Dust Beast you mentioned."

Then, the investigator conducted a very detailed and systematic description of their discovery.

Everything originated from the investigator's school of spells.

Before joining the Investigation Bureau, he, like most casters in the world, belonged to a school of spells themselves. Their school's spells excel in reconnaissance, especially in the area of Magic Power perception where they are extraordinarily keen.

Thus, when others in the team failed to notice, this investigator, through his keen perception, discovered this phenomenon while fleeing in the perpetual darkness underground.

...

An unusual Magic Power response.

This aspect indeed resembles the Dust Beast beneath Springs.

Firmly remembering the location described, Ronald then spoke:

"I roughly understand the situation."

"Now, let me tell you how I entered here, you can also refer to my route for leaving…"

Then Ronald carefully described his entire journey from Oasis to here, descending, finally crossing the fault rift, and entering this place.

Even after finishing his description, he asked an additional question:

"Do you need me to guide you out?"

"Please rest assured, we can solve the issues of moving underwater."

Someone among the investigators immediately responded.

They were experts from various facets, and at this moment, it happened that someone could provide spells aiding underwater movement.

For those trapped underground for over two months, the reality of returning to the surface world presented before them was undoubtedly exhilarating news.

However, at this moment.

Nicole did not make the same choice.

Since Ronald thoroughly explained the entry process into here, the investigator girl naturally understood that returning to the surface from here would no longer pose any danger.

Therefore, Nicole made a decision at this time:

"Ronald, let me accompany you."

"Handling hazards like the Dust Beast that threaten humanity is also part of my duty as an investigator!"

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