Industrial Mage: A LitRPG Adventure by Nectar

Author:Nectar [Nectar]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: AETHON
Published: 2026-03-10T00:00:00+00:00

Given some time alone, Ethan decided to meditate. He settled into a cross-legged position right there inside the meeting room, his back straight against the cool stone wall. He closed his eyes, focusing on his breath as he activated his [Meditation] skill.

The familiar warmth of mana coursed through his body, and he felt his mind begin to clear.

He needed some kind of magical enlightenment—a breakthrough that would elevate his abilities. But even as the thought formed, a memory from his past life on Earth flickered through his mind—teachings of Buddhist philosophy he’d once studied.

He almost chuckled at the irony. Wasn’t the very desire for enlightenment the obstacle in his path? There was a teaching that attachment, even to positive outcomes, was a source of suffering and a barrier to true enlightenment.

Actually, jokes aside, is my eagerness to level up [Meditation] skill, in fact, hindering my progress? Hmm⁠—

A knock fell on the door, bringing him out of his thoughts. Cancelling his [Meditation] skill, Ethan stood up and sat in his chair.

“Come in,” he said, and leaned back in his chair; his eyes fixed on the door as it swung open. Jack walked in, his usual appearance marred by dark circles under his eyes and a slight stoop to his shoulders. Ethan winced at the sight, realizing immediately what the issue at hand was.

“My apologies,” Ethan said, his voice tinged with genuine regret. He actually felt bad. He’d promised him the mana crystal, yet hadn’t delivered yet. “I will get you the mana crystal as soon as possible, man. It’s just⁠—”

Jack held up a hand, cutting him off. “It’s understandable, my Lord. Things have been hectic lately.”

Ethan nodded, relief washing over him. “I’m glad you understand my predicament. Anyways, Jack, I have a new job for you. Double the pay as before, and the mana crystal will be there with you. I promise. I’m waiting for Baron Montague to arrive.”

As the words left his mouth, something clicked in Ethan’s mind. A connection formed. Oh… so this is why Jack informed me that the Baron of Argent, Montague, is arriving… Jack had wanted Ethan to get a mana crystal from the Baron of Argent.

Ethan looked at Jack, his gaze suddenly intense.

Noticing the change, Jack frowned.

“What?” he asked, clearly unaware of Ethan’s internal revelation.

Ethan sighed, deciding to put that piece of information aside for now.

“Never mind that. I need you to figure out this new disease.”

Jack pondered for a moment, his tired eyes narrowing in thought.

“Yes, sure, my Lord. I’d be delighted to. However, I need you to do something for me.”

Ethan frowned, a sense of unease creeping into his stomach.

“What is it?”

“I recently located a runaway [Necromancer],” Jack said, his voice low and serious.

“And?” Ethan prompted, sensing there was more to this request.

Jack’s expression darkened.

“Well, essentially, I believe he’s connected to the recent Blight… And perhaps this new ailment. He is not strong. However, he is smart, and he has something that I am certain has helped him with creating these diseases. We have a rule, my Lord.

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