21st Century Necromancer

However, when Misumi Mikoto found Chen Yu, hoping to receive help from her teacher in constructing her own Necromantic Space, Chen Yu did not immediately choose to help her. Instead, he tested his apprentice's knowledge on the construction of Necromantic Spaces.

"How many of the fourteen structural forms used to stabilize space structures can you recall? What will you use to anchor after searching for Space Fragments? Have you learned how to draw all the requisite Magic Circles for the ceremony?" Chen Yu, recalling the preparations he had made constructing his own Necromantic Space and with a hint of nostalgia, asked Misumi Mikoto.

Hearing Chen Yu's questions, Misumi Mikoto nervously replied, "I've memorized all the necessary Magic Circles for the ceremony. As for the fourteen structural forms to stabilize space structures, I can remember twelve right now. But I haven't figured out how to anchor them yet, since I lack the materials to do so."

"Is that so? That sounds quite good." Chen Yu heard Misumi Mikoto's response and nodded slightly, feeling satisfied with his disciple's performance.

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After some thought, Chen Yu decided to still give his disciple a minor test.

Reaching into his pocket, Chen Yu took out a box and pushed it towards Misumi Mikoto: "Inside here is a Space Fragment that I collected while building my Necromantic Space, which I've stored inside a Magic Crystal. In addition, there is also a piece of Valcan Alloy, known for its affinity with space. You will need to use these two materials to craft your own Space Ring."

"Consider it a small test. If you pass this test, it means you possess the fundamental ability to construct a Necromantic Space, and I will provide the necessary ceremonial materials to help you build your own Necromantic Space," he said.

"Thank you, Teacher!" Hearing what Chen Yu said, Misumi Mikoto quickly expressed her gratitude. But despite her thanks, Misumi Mikoto couldn't help but worry, "But Teacher, crafting a Space Ring falls under the category of Alchemy, doesn't it? I haven't learned anything about that! And I don't have the facilities to process it at home, what should I do?"

"Regarding the experiment site and ring crafting, you can ask Ryosen-kun for help, to prepare the lab for you and find someone to teach you how to make rings," Chen Yu had apparently anticipated this and reminded Misumi Mikoto: "Don't start with the Valcan Alloy. I only provided you with one piece of that material, and if you waste it, it means you have failed the test. Start practicing with ordinary metal materials first, and once you are proficient in making a ring, you can then begin the actual crafting."

Misumi Mikoto, though unaware of the true value of Valcan Alloy, still didn't feel confident enough to start with such precious materials: "I understand, Teacher! I won't be reckless."

After discussing these serious matters, Chen Yu suddenly posed the question to Misumi Mikoto that he had previously asked Shirai Reina, "By the way, Meiqin, do you know of any women around your age, about thirty or so, who have not yet married? I have a friend from my time at the University of Tokyo; he's still single and I'd like to introduce him to someone."

"Your classmate from Tokyo University? Aren't Tokyo University students the most sought-after for matchmaking? Why would he need your help to find someone?" Although Misumi Mikoto wasn't particularly interested in matchmaking, she had a friend in Tokairin Yūko who was an expert at it and understood what kind of man was popular in the matchmaking market.

However, in response to Misumi Mikoto's query, Chen Yu appeared somewhat embarrassed: "He didn't pursue a medical career. Due to health reasons, he went back to his family farm in Kumamoto, and that's why he has remained single up to this point."

After hearing Chen Yu's explanation, Misumi Mikoto understood, but she couldn't think of any single women in their thirties, except for the perpetually single Tokairin Yūko.

But thinking of Tokairin Yūko, Misumi Mikoto hesitated before saying to Chen Yu: "Teacher, what do you think about Tokairin?"

"Doctor Tokairin? Her?" Chen Yu was surprised, not that he didn't know Tokairin Yūko, but because her last drunken escapade in his lab had left an untidy impression on him.

"I know Tokairin didn't leave a good impression last time, but that was an exception. Normally, she's quite reliable. She only drank that day because she was in a bad mood," Misumi Mikoto clearly remembered the incident and seemed keen to restore her friend's reputation in Chen Yu's eyes. On the other hand, she also wished for Tokairin Yūko to find a good match, so she wouldn't have to keep thinking about matchmaking every day.

After considering for a moment with an ambiguous attitude, Chen Yu said, "Since you say so, Meiqin, I'll introduce my friend to Doctor Tokairin next time he's in Tokyo. My friend is actually quite eligible; he holds a doctorate from East University Medical College, has a large farm in Kumamoto, is earnest and kind-hearted, and he's the herbivore-type, so he definitely won't mistreat her if they are together."

"I trust your friend, Teacher. But is your friend, by any chance..." It then dawned on Misumi Mikoto. Was Chen Yu's friend also a Transcendent? If so, could Tokairin Yūko adapt to dating a Transcendent? There was a doubt in her mind.

Fortunately, Chen Yu quickly understood Misumi Mikoto's implication and reassured her with a smile: "Don't worry, my friend is a regular person, not a Transcendent."

"Oh, that's a relief! I was concerned how I'd explain to Tokairin that I am a Necromancer if she ended up with a Transcendent!" As she said this, Misumi Mikoto patted her chest.

Seeing Misumi Mikoto's reaction, Chen Yu couldn't help but smile warmly, yet he also teased, "How come, Meiqin? Haven't you told your good friend that you are a Necromancer? I thought you might share that secret with Doctor Tokairin!"

"Better not. Tokairin's personality is not suited to become a Necromancer. It's better to find her a good man to marry." Misumi Mikoto quickly abandoned the thought after only a few seconds of consideration.

Indeed, Tokairin Yūko's personality was not fit for delving into the Supernatural World. Her single-minded desire for marriage did not suit becoming a Transcendent.

"If that's the case, no need to insist. Additionally, I will give you my friend's contact details. You can pass them on to Doctor Tokairin so they can get in touch first and avoid any awkwardness when they meet," Chen Yu said, and then, picking up a slip of paper, wrote down Inomata Naoki's contact information.