Because of the best score of "Excellent +" in the annual assessment, Hockenheim College really came up with quite generous reward conditions for Moriarty to choose.

Option 1: Tuition waiver for one year of basic course;

Option 2: Open a higher level of library access (equivalent to the permission of a first-level mage.)

Option 3: A "Meditation Ring", a beginner-level magic equipment that can help improve the quality of a mage's meditation;

Moriarty can choose two of the above three options.

I can't help but say that such a reward is really rich and unusual for a mage apprentice. Of course, in addition to being able to receive such a reward, in addition to the fact that Moriarty is the only mage apprentice who has received "Excellent+" in the annual assessment in the past ten years, the invisible operation of His Excellency Schmidt behind the scenes is also one of the indispensable key factors.

After consulting with Hyuna, Moriarty directly chose the two bonus options of upgrading to the first-level library and the meditation ring. Because of the interest-free loan of 50,000 gold coins provided by Schmidt and the support of the alchemy failure rate, the financial pressure on Moriarty has been greatly reduced. Therefore, how to improve his strength to the greatest extent in a year is what Moriarty is most concerned about at the moment.

"Apprentice Moriarty, this is the Meditation Ring, please keep it." In the affairs section of the large school building, Moriarty received the ring, and it was Gen Suke who presided over the distribution of the prize.

The Meditation Ring is made entirely of dense silver twist wire, which is very light, and a small blue crystal ball is set on the ring. The crystal ball is so bright that if you look closely with a magnifying glass, you can see that inside the crystal ball is actually engraved a mysterious silver symbol that is constantly flickering slightly.

As soon as she got the Meditation Ring, Moriarty put it on and immediately felt a cool sensation swim through her body, as if there was an extraordinarily refreshing and refreshing breeze surrounding her.

"It's magical equipment." Moriarty closed her eyes slightly, savoring the wonder of the Meditation Ring. It took about three minutes before he slowly recovered.

"Doesn't it feel good?" At this time, Master Su Ke, who had been waiting patiently on the side, asked with a smile.

"Yes, Master Suke. Thank you. Moriarty also smiled and said to the other party: "I can get the academy's reward this time, and I want to thank you for your help." ”

"That's what you deserve. I just conducted the test impartially. "Truth be told, Suker is also a little greedy for the meditation ring that he wears on Moriarty's middle finger. Although he is already a second-level mage, he has not yet owned a single jewelry-type magic item. You must know that compared to ordinary magical equipment, magic items such as rings, necklaces, and bracelets are usually rare. Although the Meditation Ring may not be much different in value from the one-year course tuition of a mage's apprentice, it is priceless and not easy to buy in the market.

However, because he knew the relationship between Moriarty and His Excellency Schmidt, no matter how much he envied Suke, he would not use his brain. And if he could, Master Suk even planned to try to build a good relationship with Moriarty from now on. Maybe in the near future, if Moriarty can really embark on the path of alchemy, Su Ke will turn around and ask for the other party.

"Plus, it's your apprentice badge. The information in the memory has been updated, and with this, you have the same viewing rights as a first-level mage. So, please cherish it. Then the Sufa mage took out another badge and handed it back to Moriarty.

"Thank you." Moriarty took his apprentice badge and pinned it directly to his chest.

Unlike the pure white badge before, Moriarty's apprentice badge now has a light layer of bright silver, as if it were covered with a dense layer of silver stars. Its appearance is quite close to the academy badge of a formal mage. …,

After receiving all of his rewards, Moriarty said goodbye to Master Suk and left the Affairs Section.

Walking out of the large teaching building, Moriarty did not return to the Mage Tower, but went directly to the Hockenheim Library. There, Hayuna was already waiting in the reading room.

"一qiē顺lì?" Seeing Moriarty open the door and enter, Haiyana immediately asked with a smile.

"It's very smooth." Moriarty also smiled, sat down, and at the same time took off the meditation ring on his middle finger and put it in the palm of his hand, and handed it to Haiyna: "This ring is very good, you try it." ”

"Okay." Haiyuna picked it up with a smile, then put it on her thumb and closed her eyes: "Well, it's really great." This meditation ring can really help with meditation. Soon, Haiyuna reopened her eyes and said excitedly.

"Hehe, it's naturally useful, otherwise the academy will be embarrassed." Moriarty smiled slightly, and at the same time stopped Haiyuna from taking off the ring, "The meditation ring will be worn by the two of us in turn." As long as you schedule your respective meditation sessions, there will be no problem. ”

"So... All right! Thank you, Moti. After a moment's thought, Hayarna also thought that this was a good way to make the most of the magic ring, and smiled sweetly at Moriarty.

"Well, it's this apprentice badge." At this time, Moriarty pointed to his chest again: "If you use this to register outside, you can borrow books with the authority of a first-level mage." ”

"Well, the badge has become prettier." In the end, it was a girl, the first thing to pay attention to was the appearance of the impression, but then immediately said: "I heard my father say that this kind of apprentice badge is not easy to get." ”

"Oh? Any background? Moriarty asked.

"It is said that such a badge has a nickname called the 'Chief Apprentice Badge.'" Haiyuna thought for a moment and recalled.

"Chief Apprentice Badge...", Moriarty couldn't help but look at the chest of his robe again.

"Yes, Chief Apprentice." Haiyuna nodded affirmatively and said, "Generally speaking, there is no distinction between rank and rank for mage apprentices studying in Hockenheim. However, if an apprentice shows a particular potential or attracts special attention from the Academy in a particular way, he or she may be awarded the special honour of Chief Apprentice. ”

"What's the use, then, of such a special honor?" At this moment, Moriarty suddenly recalled the word "cherish" mentioned by Master Suk when he returned the badge to him, and it seemed that he did mean something.

"What's the use... That's a bit of a thing. Haiyuna thought for a moment and said.

"What is it?"

"Even for the chief apprentice, even the official mages in the academy can't be treated casually." Haiyuna explained.

"I see." Moriarty nodded abruptly.

It seems that the Chief Apprentice Badge is the equivalent of a talisman awarded by Hockenheim Academy to the best mage apprentices, protecting them from injustice and interference from the outside world. Because if there is no such maintenance, those high-ranking mage apprentices will be easily suppressed and plotted by some formal mages with dark psychology. After all, mages are also human beings, and they will also have the feelings of ordinary people such as "envy, jealousy, and hatred". In the world of magic, the official mage has a strong control over the mage's apprentices. There is no need for any outright action at all, maybe just an "accidental" real accident or a "routine" field trial can wipe out a future star with great potential. And once the protection of the Chief Apprentice Badge is in place, if any official mage wants to do anything more, they must think twice. Otherwise, a careless one awaits him with a severe punishment from Hockenheim. …,

Of course, because of Uncle Schmidt's background, Moriarty didn't need to have too many scruples in this regard. Because no mage in his right mind would completely offend a mid-level mage and alchemist because of his own little affection.

"Either way, it doesn't hurt you to have a Chief Apprentice badge." Haiyuna concluded.

"That's true." Although it is of little use to himself, Moriarty is not particularly disgusted with the honor of being the chief apprentice. Although this means that he may be starting to enter the vision of some middle and senior members of the academy, as long as he is cautious and low-key, Moriarty believes that the advantages still outweigh the disadvantages.

"Alright, Morty, whether it's a reward or an honor, let them pass for a while. In the coming year, you will not only have to challenge the test of becoming a full-fledged mage, but also complete a contract with your father to become an alchemist, and it will be difficult to succeed if you are slack. At this time, Haiyuna slowly put away her smile and said to Moriarty with a stern expression.

"Yes." Moriarty nodded.

This was an agreement between Moriarty and Hayyna that Hayyna had the right to supervise Moriaty at any time for the next year.

"So, let's get started now. Moti, this one is for you. With that, Hayarna picked up a book with a light blue cover from the desk in front of her and handed it to Moriarty.

"This is—" Moriarty took it with both hands, and his heart suddenly moved.

"This is my spell book, which records the first-level spell 'Fire Magic Defense' that I have mastered. Although Dad has promised to sell the spell learning scroll to you at half price, it will still cost money after all. So, it might be better if you learned directly from my spell book. Haiyuna said lightly.

"Sure enough—" Moriarty glanced at the spellbook in his hand, then at Hayna, and didn't know what to say for a moment.