As Albert went deeper, the temperature around him became colder and colder. Pen | fun | pavilion www. ｂｉｑｕｇｅ。 ｉｎｆｏ

The dripping water forms cone-shaped icicles that hang from the roof of the cave. The water that overflowed from the ground and cave walls condensed into a thin layer of ice crystals.

It all looks beautiful, but the price of enjoying the view is not small. Albert shivered from the cold, sneezed and sniffled incessantly to keep the snot from running down. Despite this, he had no intention of summoning the flame to keep warm. The places where the frozen orbs could be formed were extremely cold places, and the temperature was more than ten times lower than that, and he didn't know how far he had to go, so he didn't want to waste his magic power easily.

The ice inside the cave was getting thicker and thicker, and Albert could no longer bear it, so he had to summon the flames to keep warm.

Looking at the deep cavern where there was still no end in sight, his heart was full of confusion, and he couldn't help but wonder, where did this lead?

I don't know how long it took, but Albert stopped, the temperature was so low that the flames seemed to be frozen. Luckily, there were no life troubles along the way. And at this time, his backpack already contained three frozen orbs, all of which were collected along the way.

There is no way to reach the deepest part, and if I continue any longer, I am afraid that I will freeze to death.

Reason kept reminding him not to be carried away by the temptation of the unknown, and Albert finally chose to retreat.

He moved his stiff legs and returned the way he came, intending to try again when he was stronger. Such a magical cave must contain treasures, he thought to himself.

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In the blink of an eye, days passed.

Escorted by Bazel, Albert left the Misty Forest.

In order to prevent those unpredictable accidents from happening, the cave of Mochizuki Peak was temporarily sealed.

Albert rode a four-star monster wind-kissed deer across the plains, the scenery in front of him quickly receding, and the sound of the wind swishing in his ears was heard.

He holds the antler velvet in one hand, keeping his center of gravity and steering, and the other hand supporting the backpack behind him. Five of the water bladders were filled with a fountain of mana, making the backpack a little overwhelmed.

Albert had left all the Frozen Orbs he had obtained with Bazel, who was afraid that the Frozen Fountain of Mana would affect his recovery.

Kyle must be crazy, Albert thought.

This trip to the Misty Forest has been very rewarding and has exceeded his expectations.

Of course, not only because of the great improvement in strength, but also because of making a simple friend.

A small city showed its head on the horizon, and Albert smiled before flipping the deer and patting it on the back.

The wind-kissed deer was finally relieved, and his head would not turn around and run wildly, and the speed was much faster than when he came.

"This guy really has been lazy all the time. Albert muttered discontentedly, and walked towards Blackwater Castle. After a three-week absence, I can finally go home, I don't know if the little girl misses him.

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Nothing has changed at Blackwater Fort, and it is as bustling as ever.

As an important trading hub, it is home to a variety of novelty goods and thousands of merchants.

No one can carve out a commercial area, a civilian area, or a slum, as long as the houses along the street have been converted into shops, as is the case with the Xiaowu Hall near his home.

However, in recent days, the synonym of Blackwater Fort has changed.

When people mention Blackwater Castle, their first reaction is no longer to be prosperous, but to become an ancient magician.

Red, the crowded streets are filled with a large number of people with red hair, including children, teenagers, middle-aged people, and even some elderly people and women.

It was the pride of Blackwater Castle, the youngest ancient mage in the history of the Terrans.

After all, no matter how mature Albert was, he was still only a sixteen-year-old boy, and looking at all this, vanity began to play a role.

Albert smiled at everyone who looked at him, eager to be recognized. Of course, Albert is destined to be disappointed, it's almost impossible, and who can find out in the streets full of redheads that he is the real protagonist?

The aristocratic district is probably the only paradise in Blackwater Castle, and only the nobles who hold their own status will not convert their manors into shops.

Albert arrives at Kyle's miniature castle, or rather the villa that is magnified tenfold. The servant recognized him, and Albert's wounded heart was comforted.

Walking through the dandelion-filled garden, Albert pushed open the castle gate and saw Kyle, sitting on the couch with his head down. Kyle's long blonde hair obscured most of Kyle's cheeks, but Albert could tell that the guy had something on his mind, and of course, he could know if he didn't even look at it. The door to the castle is clad in copper, and the door is loud enough to be heard if Kyle isn't very engrossed in his thoughts.

Albert didn't say anything, leaning against the doorway and watching Kyle.

Is this still the same bastard who yells at him, like an idiot, Kyle? Kyle is smart, rational, bold, and at the same time unscrupulous.

He can't connect Kyle with the fool he used to be anymore, and if Kyle is stupid, I'm afraid there won't be any smart people in this world.

Not only that, but Kyle is also subtly influencing his personality, teaching him that wisdom is also a powerful force. While in the Misty Forest, Albert was able to make rational judgments and think of a series of plans to unite the three beasts because of Kyle's influence on him. Otherwise, he must still be figuring out how to steal the Fountain of Mana.

I'm glad Kyle was his friend, not his enemy, Albert thought to himself.

Otherwise, it will be the toughest opponent.

Unbeknownst to Albert, he also influences Kyle, perhaps this is another definition of a friend.

Smiling, Albert retracted his thoughts, "Hi bro, I'm back." He coughed lightly, breaking the silence and walking towards Kyle.

"Helios above, Aber, you're finally back. Kyle exclaimed, quickly stood up, and greeted him. "I thought you ran away with my gold coins. He laughed, his frown furrowed.

"So you're worried about this. Albert sighed and shook his head in disappointment.

"Of course. Kyle said with a sense of pity, "Do you think I'm worried about your safety? Come on, you narcissist." ”

"It's you who is narcissistic. Albert pouted, and just as Kyle was about to say back, he preemptively said, "It's time to get down to business, unless you don't want the Fountain of Mana." ”

"Really?" Kyle's eyes lit up as he grabbed Albert's shoulder excitedly, "It's not a joke, is it?"

"Sure, do you think I'm as boring as you are?" Albert slapped Kyle's hand away and sat down on the couch, "I'm a little thirsty, boy, go get me a cup of coffee, no sugar." ”

"Do you want me to poison me?" Kyle ignored Albert's nonsense and sat down on the couch opposite, "Where's the Fountain of Magic?"

"It's in the backpack at your feet. Albert said boredly, "About three liters." ”

"Three liters!" Kyle yelled like a dwarf, his eyes wider than the one-eyed ogre, "Helios above, Albert, we're rich!" he pulled out the fountain of magic in his backpack, his eyes lit up like a hungry wolf seeing a lamb.

"Of course I do. Albert nodded, "But what are you going to do with these fountains of magic?"

"Don't worry, I have a solution. Kyle smiled confidently, "Nothing can stump the Dandelion family's number one business genius." ”

"Well, business genius. Albert shrugged, "I have to go." ”

"Aren't you going to ask me how to deal with it? That's the point. Kyle was stunned and a little disappointed, he had carefully prepared a lot of methods, just to show off in front of Albert, but this damn guy was not fooled.

"I know what you're thinking, that's why you're leaving. Albert said with a smirk and left the castle.

"Damn bastards. Kyle gritted his teeth, then looked at the water bladder in his hand, and immediately changed to a smile, "Thank you." He muttered.

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Instead of going home, Albert went to his tailor's shop.

After her relationship with Kyle settled, Sophie returned to the jewelry shop as a store manager, while the tailor shop manager was Fang Wen.

"You came back alive?" Seeing Albert, Fang Wen said without being salty.

"Don't be like that, we're friends. "Albert sends.

"You're just my boss. Fang Wen said indifferently, "What are you doing here? Have you ever been to see Edith? ”

"I'm going to leave in a moment, there's a task that hasn't been completed yet. Albert smiled apologetically, "Maybe this time will be longer than the last time I left, but it's less dangerous." He nodded, adding in his heart, hopefully.

"Why don't you see her before you leave?" Fang Wen asked.

"I don't want to make the little girl sad again. Albert shook his head.

"You're really not a good father. Fang Wen's mood changed somewhat, and there was a hint of anger in her words.

"I have to give her a better life, and that requires me to work harder. Albert argued weakly.

"Perhaps, the enviable Lord of the Ancient Mages. Fang Wen regained her composure, "You don't belong to the ordinary, and you are not willing to be ordinary." ”

"Power equals responsibility, and as a magician, you shouldn't just stay in a gorgeous and comfortable ivory tower, it's a waste of life. Albert made his point, but no amount of justification could hide the facts. "Let Edith wait a little longer, and I'll be a good father. He sighed, Fang Wen was right, he was indeed an irresponsible father.

"I'll take care of the little girl. Fang Wen nodded, no longer so-for-tat.

Thinking back a few months ago, if it weren't for Albert, she would probably still be living a nightmare life and enduring inhuman torture.

At that time, she saw him as a savior, who saved her life and soul. But when she had the comfortable life she has now, she became selfish. The name Albert is destined not to belong to just a few people.

"Thank you, Fang Wen. Albert nodded, "Where's Jon, how has he been doing lately?"

"Good. Fang Wen smiled, "In six weeks, there will be a martial arts league in the Eastern Province, and both little ones will participate, I hope you won't miss it again." ”

"I promised Edith. Albert said firmly.