Since the magic theories of the two worlds are highly similar, the difference between some spell models is less than 5%, and some even have the same names and effects.

Therefore, Zuo Si, who had a solid theoretical foundation, learned quite quickly.

In just a few hours, he had mastered a series of spells in the Zero Ring Trick, including [Increase Resistance], [Detect Poison], [Detect Magic], [Read Magic], [Stun], [Flash], [Light], [Freeze Ray], [Lightning Tremor], [Sudden Loud Sound], [Strike Undead], [Mage's Hand], [Communication], [Archery], [Arcane Mark], [Magic Tricks], etc.

Although my proficiency is still low, at least I can release it while staying focused.

Even though these spells consume very little magic power and have almost no ability to cause serious injury or death, they are very practical.

The most typical ones are detection spells, as well as [communication], [repair], and [copying], which can provide considerable convenience for daily life.

Especially after learning how to [Detect Poison], Zuo Si no longer needed to ask the summoned soldiers to test poison for him.

After casting a spell, it is easy to tell whether the food and water are poisonous.

As for [Lightning Tremor], [Flash], [Acid Splash], [Sudden Loud Sound], [Freeze Ray], and [Stun], although they cannot kill people, they can make the opponent uncomfortable and painful.

This slows down the enemy's approach and attack speed, buying time for the next action.

[Archery] can even fire a crossbow arrow like a light crossbow, hitting a target at a maximum distance of no more than twenty-four meters.

After learning this magic, you only need to carry a bundle of crossbow arrows and you can hide in the dark and launch sneak attacks.

If you apply some deadly poison, the effect will naturally be better.

"Not bad. It seems that this book "From Apprentice to Master, the Tricks You Should Master" is really worth it. It actually includes so many zero-level spells."

Zuo Si put down the slightly heavy book in his hand, and a very happy expression appeared on his face.

Although the value of the Zero Ring Trick itself is not high, even the lowest-level wizard can master several or even dozens of them, but it still makes people feel that the money is well spent.

Just as he was about to turn his attention to those more difficult and powerful first-level spells, his stomach suddenly made a rumbling sound.

I looked out the window and found that it had already darkened without me noticing.

Zuo Si, who was obsessed with practicing magic, had not eaten anything for almost six or seven hours, and only drank some mint tea, which was quite distinctive in the local area.

"Master, it's time for us to have dinner." The soldier took the opportunity to remind.

"Well, let's go fill our bellies first."

Zuo Si nodded and quickly stuffed all the books on the table and his notes into his bag.

Given the boldness and rampantness of the halfling thieves in Calimport, he didn't dare leave these valuable things in the room.

Otherwise, if you come back and find that your house has been robbed, you won’t even have a place to cry.

After packing up their things, the two quickly left the room and walked down the creaking wooden stairs to the lobby on the first floor.

I don't know when this place became crowded.

A large number of sailors who had just got off the ship and workers who had been busy all day gathered together in groups.

They drank cheap watered-down beer and ate simple meal sets that cost two copper coins each.

This so-called "set meal" is basically a plate of cold cuts that have been sitting around for who knows how long but haven't gone bad yet; a bowl of chowder made with unshelled shrimp, seaweed and small clams; two of the cheapest and not very fresh herrings;

The last staple food was a piece of hard black bread that was almost as hard as a brick.

If you don't soak it in soup before eating, it will definitely damage your teeth.

Cheap beer diluted with water cost an extra penny.

This is the most realistic portrayal of the lower-class people in the entire Port Calin, apart from the slums and slaves.

Although life was not good and I could not save much, I had no problem filling my stomach.

Seeing Zuo Si coming down from upstairs, the hotel owner immediately rushed out from the counter, bent down and bowed deeply.

"Good evening, Your Excellency Soth.

What would you like to eat tonight? We just got a shipment of fresh oysters.

In addition, today's special dishes are steamed mackerel and pepper lamb soup.

I guarantee that the mackerel was just caught from the sea in the afternoon, and the lamb was freshly slaughtered at noon, so it is absolutely clean and hygienic. "

Obviously, the reason why he was so diligent was entirely because of the instructions of the leader of the Thieves Guild, Apke.

Although the innkeeper didn't know what the relationship between the two was.

But from the attitude shown by Apke during their last meal together, he knew that no matter what the relationship between the two parties was, he could not afford to offend him.

"Then have some extra grilled oysters, a big plate of steamed mackerel, a steaming pot of peppery lamb soup, and some soft, fresh white bread.

Remember to add more chopped green onions!

The bread must be soft enough! Don't drink alcohol, try some freshly squeezed coconut juice or lemon juice with honey.

In addition, prepare the same dinner and send it to the gentleman in the room next to me, and have the person who delivers the food feed him.

Finally, bring enough fresh meat and fish to feed my pets."

After saying that, Zuo Si took out a gold coin and handed it to the other party, then walked straight to the window seat reserved for himself.

Seeing the golden light emanating from the coin in his hand and feeling its weight which was heavier than any metal of the same volume, the innkeeper immediately smiled happily.

Yelling at his employees at the top of his lungs to hurry up.

Especially in the kitchen, even if they had to put down the work at hand, they had to prepare and serve the food ordered by Zuo Si within fifteen minutes.

As for those poor people who can only afford a cheap set meal at two copper coins and a cup of watered-down beer at one copper coin, let them wait for a while.

After all, the innkeeper knows very well who to prioritize, a guest who only spends three or five copper coins on a meal and a guest who spends a gold coin on a meal.

Soon, amid the surprised, envious and jealous eyes of others, several large plates of food emitting tempting aromas were brought up.

Especially the oysters fried with garlic, minced ginger and spices, which are really exciting for those who have never tasted spices.

In addition, Zuo Si looked like a boy of only ten years old, so some people even thought about risking their lives to grab it.

But it wasn't long before they were forced to come to their senses.

Because the soldier half-pulled out the dagger at his waist that was shining coldly, and at the same time swept the hall with sharp eyes.

"Damn it! Which noble or wealthy merchant's son is this? He even brought guards with him when he went out."

A middle-aged man with a beard and a fleshy face cursed in a low voice.

A man next to him who also looked quite ugly rolled his eyes unhappily and said sarcastically, "You want to make a fortune? Don't dream!

It is said that a few days ago, many people saw the boy walking into the inn with Chief Epke and eating a meal.

I guarantee that if you rob him.

Success or failure, after a few hours the body will be hung on the wall to dry."

"That's right! Be careful, you may earn money but not live to spend it."

Another younger man also nodded in agreement.

It is common sense not to mess with the Thieves Guild when making a living in Calimport.

Apart from the Dark Elf Ranger, Drizzt Do'Urden, who successfully defeated a Thieves Guild with a few powerful companions, no one else has been able to leave safely after provoking the Thieves Guild.

A few months ago, a paladin of the god of justice came into conflict with a thieves guild in order to save a child who was forced into slavery because of a debt he could not pay.

As a result, just three days later, the body of the holy warrior was found in the sewer.

This shows how powerful the Thieves Guild is in this city, and even the Temple can't do anything to them.

(End of this chapter)