Chapter 113: The High Elf, They, and the Blank Moon! (1/2)

The most sensible one agreed with him right away, but the two others protested. However, their father pacified the situation by emotionally blackmailing them, telling them how heartbroken their mother would be if something happens to even one of them.

The kids were clearly emotionally shaken when they thought about how heartbroken their mother would be if any one of them were to die. But one of the two still protested, begging to go to the place she always dreamt of exploring.

The father refused to send here there but he promised them that he would let them explore one after they graduate from the Academy and become full-fledged magicians.

The daughter reluctantly gave up, and soon they were no longer in the arena.

After they went away, a twenty or so years old woman said, ”This is a serious matter. I need to consult with my master.”

Instructor Leonard replied, ”Take it easy. You have around an hour to come to a decision.”

A few people talked to their master, asking whether they should sign the magic contract or not. Many got a yes, while the others got a big fat no.

Meanwhile, Master Seer went over to Sylas and started talking with him.

When Sylas saw him coming towards him, he bowed his head, albeit a little, and said, ”Sorry for disappointing you, grandfather.”

Master Seer raised his hand. Sylas closed his eyes, believing that he is about to reprimand him by pulling his ears or slapping his face. Master Seer did no such thing. He merely patted his head, acting almost as if his grandson has done something to impress him.

Sylas's eyes widened in surprise. This was the first time his grandfather has shown such love, and unsurprisingly, it didn't feel bad.

”Admitting defeat to someone like him isn't something disappointing. It's a decision that the sensible and rational ones would make. I'm rather proud that you knew your limits and gave up before ever sneaking an attack on him.” Master Seer said.

”Thanks for the praise, grandfather. I will always remember your words.”

”I will go straight to the point. Do you want to go there or not?”

”Although my parents died while exploring a settlement, I am not afraid.”

Master Seer's eyes turned red for a while, and if one looks closely enough, then they would also see a few tears. Before anyone could see it through, he blinked, and they vanished. Then, he said in a majestical voice, ”Make sure that you return alive, no matter what, even if that means losing everything.”

”I will do my best to live up to your expectations, grandfather,” Sylas responded.

Right after, the red-hared man turned around and walked away.

When Elliot heard them talking to each other, he verified that the red-haired man was indeed the grandfather of his childhood friend.

”Where are you looking at?” Charles asked while looking at Elliot.

”Ah, Nothing.” Elliot's attention focused back on him. ”What were you saying?”

”Are you sure you want to go there?” Charles asked.

”If a person isn't brave enough to fish in troubled waters, then what's the use of living?” Elliot replied, ”Please sign the magic contract.”