The House of the Hounds.

Following Shabolai's shout, Harrick's voice followed.

"Shhhh Lawson is drawing, don't disturb him. ”

Shabolai did not restrain at all, and ran up the stairs, shouting as he ran.

"Lawson ~ Don't draw today, there is something very important!"

The sound of hurried footsteps and a slightly trembling voice showed that Shabolai was in a state of extreme excitement.

I am afraid that there is only one important thing that can't even compare to selling paintings for money.

Lawson slowly put down his painting knife, wiped the paint off his hands, took off his bib that was dyed like a flower cloth, picked up the teacup, and took a sip beautifully.

'Bang Dang~'

Shabolai ran to the door, slammed his front foot, and came with a slightly embarrassed sudden brake.

Rosen put the teacup back on the table and asked with a smile, "Is Miss Ormisia going to summon us?" ”

"It's not....... Ah, yes, yes, my aunt sent me a messenger to see her at the Mochizuki Garden at tea time this afternoon. ”

"By the way, my aunt also emphasized that she wants me to take you with me."

Xia Bolai smiled, his dark round face was full of pride: "I finally fulfilled my promise, and I finally breathed a sigh of relief." ”

Lawson was also quite happy, but at this moment, he was no longer an ignorant apprentice who had just left Whitehorse.

Thanks to Thrandis's dedicated teachings, his knowledge of magic has become comparable to that of a low-level official mage.

He also made a small name in Silvermoon Castle, no matter whether his reputation was good or bad, but he was still the number one person.

Although there are still many shortcomings, the days are still full and comfortable, so naturally they will not hope for change all day long, and they will be able to maintain a peaceful mind in the face of the summons of the Lord of Silver Moon Castle at this moment.

He smiled and said, "Uncle, you have already fulfilled your promise and found a very good mentor for me." ”

Such a beautiful and lovely mentor who is proficient in magic, he is reluctant to change.

Shabolai shook his head again and again, he took the teacup, regardless of what Lawson had just drunk, 'grunt' and took a big sip, and wiped the corners of his mouth casually with his sleeve.

"It's different. I admit that Thrandis is a genius, but she is only a young mid-level mage after all. Her vision, resources, and spell cultivation were far inferior to my aunt's. ”

"As long as my aunt takes a fancy to you and is willing to train you, then you don't have to worry about foreign objects, you can concentrate on learning spells, and there is a big moon magician to guide you every day."

Rosen nodded in agreement, this is the difference between part-time and full-time, ordinary universities and prestigious universities.

If this can be done, and there are no side effects, Rosen will naturally be tempted.

But Count Omihia is the master of Silvermoon Castle and has the interests of a city at stake. Her every move, I don't know how many pairs of eyes are staring.

How could he, Rosen, the son of a robber with no foundation and no noble blood, bear such an honor?

Even if the Great Moon Sorcerer took a fancy to him in a daze, and he somehow agreed, I am afraid that in the future, he will either become a puppet of other forces, or die halfway.

He asked calmly, "Uncle, can I not go?" ”

Xia Bolai was stunned: "Huh? Don't you seize such a good opportunity? ”

"Everything has a price, and I'm afraid of getting into trouble."

These words were like ice water poured on his head, which suddenly sobered up Shabolai from his ecstasy.

He pondered for a moment and nodded slowly: "Your concern is not unreasonable. But I can't push it off, after all, my aunt specifically mentioned you. ”

"Is it just curiosity about me, or is it something else?"

"I don't know. But as long as I'm here, no matter what happens, I'll do my best to keep you safe. ”

"I know, uncle, you've protected me many times. Let's all prepare. ”

"Okay. Remember to put on your best clothes, and after lunch, I'll pick you up at Sunshine Building. ”

Considering that there was still a lot of time, Lawson put on his bib again, picked up a paintbrush, and explained as he painted.

"This painting "The Snow Bride Under the Devil's Hoof" was ordered by Mr. Rust at a great expense, and it will be delivered in the afternoon, so I have to finish it quickly."

After Shabolai's mood calmed down, he also returned to normal. He leaned against the door and asked with a smile, "Heavy money?" How much does it weigh? ”

"About half a pound of gold coins."

Shabolai quickly acquiesced, and suddenly gasped: "60 crowns? It's really heavy enough. ”

Seeing that Lawson was concentrating on painting, although he knew that he should not continue to disturb, and he was also very envious of the ugly demon who could step on the beautiful bride, he still couldn't help but remind him.

"The fame of the studio is getting bigger and bigger, but the reputation is also getting worse and worse, and many people say that the owner of the studio is a devil's apostle who specializes in seducing depravity. It is said that they all attracted the attention of the temple's chief priest, Fao. ”

Rosen's brush doesn't stop for a moment: "Will there be trouble?" ”

The Devil's Apostle has come out, and his reputation is getting worse and worse.

Xia Bolai thought for a while: "With me in the way, there is no big problem." But now there are so many rumors and bad words, which is a bit abnormal. ”

Rosen immediately understood: "Is anyone jealous of our income?" ”

"It must be so."

Xia Bolai lowered his voice and said softly: "During this time, the studio has made a lot of money. Look, shouldn't we take it easy? ”

Rosen did the math in his mind and found that his one-and-a-half-month share was about 260 crowns.

It's not a lot, but it's not a lot, and with such an income, it's almost the limit of Shapole's shelter.

Uncle's status is not high enough.

It's not always good to be remembered.

After a little hesitation, he said, "Uncle, what you said is very reasonable. So let's change it to one every five days? And then raise the price a little bit? ”

Shabolai smiled: "It's a good idea, so let's do it." ”

He looked at it with relish for a moment, and then turned away lightly.

Lawson was so focused that in less than an hour, he finished the painting, calling Harrick to frame it as usual, while he hurried back to his new home in the leafy city to prepare lunch for his mentor.

Although he hired a cook, he always rushed back whenever he had time, because the tutor liked to eat the dishes he made the most.

He is already familiar with the cooking work.

It was all finished in about half an hour, and it was just before 11 o'clock, which was Anna's time.

Over lunch, Rosen talked about the summons.

After hearing this, Thrandis pondered for a moment and spoke his thoughts.

"Needless to say, this is an opportunity that everyone envies, and it may bring you great glory, but all gains come at a price."

"There's a question I've always wanted to ask you and want to get the most truthful answer."

"Mentor, you ask."

"Lawson, what is the purpose of your spell study?"

After a pause, she added, "Of course, the transcendent realm is one, but this goal is too far away, and it can only be regarded as a vision at the moment. ”

Rosen froze and fell into deep thought.

He really hadn't thought about it deeply.

It was a long, long time before he cleared all the fog around his mind and saw the truth hidden deep in his heart.

"Mentor, I do like magic very much, and I often get pure joy from it, but I expect much more from it. I want it to bring me freedom, dignity and glory. ”

"Mentor, I want to gain a lot of mana, powerful spells, and extraordinary spell-casting skills. I want to climb to the pinnacle of the magic world in the Golden Land and become a master of magic that everyone will be in awe. ”

Thrandis seemed to have anticipated this answer, and there was no surprise on his face.

She sighed, "I knew it was so. ”

"Your eyes often shine with the desire to soar into the sky, but you have been dormant and endured, like an eagle waiting in an eagle's nest with full wings."

"There is no doubt that you are an extremely rare genius of magic, and you possess an outstanding wisdom that penetrates the deep mysteries of the world."

"You also have extraordinary memories that are the envy of all mages."

"In less than three months, you have already understood and mastered most of the knowledge that a full-fledged mage should have, and even my personal comprehension of spells, you have memorized it all.

"Now, since you have chosen the path forward, as a mentor, I can't bind you with my personal selfishness and limited social experience."

"In the future, I will continue to guide you in magic, but what kind of road you will take in the future will depend on you to break through."

With Thrandis' support, Rosen breathed a sigh of relief: "Thank you, mentor. ”

"Don't worry, I'm not done yet."

Thrandis raised his hand to stop him, and his face became very serious.

"Master Sophia was a supreme genius in the Glorious North, but since she chose to become Count of Omixia, her progress in the field of magic has slowed down considerably."

"Rosen, you have to remember that all choices in this world have a price!"

"I remember, Mentor."

There is a price to pay, but it is unavoidable.

There are many reasons for this.

For example, he does not have a good father in this body, and everything depends on his own efforts.

For example, if he wants to repay the kindness of his mentor, he must also go on a rampage.

Only by breaking out of the sky can she shelter her mentor and prevent her from facing the troubles of the world.

In the end, he also missed the best time to initiate the spell, and if he didn't go through hard training, the so-called extraordinary spell-casting skills would be a dream.

Now that you have figured out the goal, you must pursue it in a down-to-earth manner. If you stand still and dream, then the dream will always be a dream.

"Now, let's move on to lunch."

After that, both of them ate in silence.

After eating, Rosen thought for a moment, went back to his room, and took out all the gold krona that he had saved for a while.

"Mentor, I may go out a lot in the future. You'll take care of the money. ”

The wallet is bulging, and it looks like a huge amount of money, and the master and apprentice have long been indistinguishable from each other.

Anna accepted the money bag, her eyes as clear as red agate were fixed on Rosen, and suddenly she got up, leaned over the table, and kissed Rosen on the lips.

This time, it was Anna's first kiss to Rosen.

Rosen naturally did not resist, and he took the initiative to cooperate.

For a long time, the lips parted.

Anna stretched out her little pink tongue and gently licked her moist red lips, smiling with encouragement and expectation.

"Go~ My ambitious apprentice, spread your wings and bravely pursue your goal."

Lawson stood up, made a serious bow to the instructor, and was about to turn around and go out when he heard the sound of horses' hooves and wheels outside the courtyard.

Shabolai's voice came: "Rosen, are you ready?" ”

"Here we go!"

He waved goodbye to the beautiful woman at the table and strode out of the room.

The sun shines outside the house, like a warm current caressing the body, and the noise of the city is also blowing in the face, full of fireworks in the world.

The magic is so wonderful, and the earthly world is so enchanting, it washed away the faint reluctance in Lawson's heart for a comfortable life.

At the gate of the courtyard, Shabolai saw that he was straight, dressed in a navy blue suit, like a sword out of its sheath.

And on that rapidly growing face, a pair of dark blue eyes as deep as the deep ocean shone in the sun, and there seemed to be endless mysteries hidden in them.

For a while, he was so stunned that he couldn't help but exclaim loudly: "What a good boy!" ”