68 The Celebration (2/2)

According to the regulation of the association, forty percent of the ticket income would be contributed to the church, and thirty percent would be used for the maintenance of the association and the Psalm Hall, as well as paying the whole orchestra. For the remaining thirty percent, about a hundred and ten Thales would be Victor’s. In other words, Lucien would earn around thirty to thirty-five Thales.

Thirty to thirty-five Thales equalled several decades of saving for a common person, even a life long effort. With the money, Lucien could move to a decent three-storey house in Purple Lily district, or a relatively old two-storey house with a small garden in Gesu district.

“I can’t say no. Thank you very much, Mr. Victor,” Lucien answered sincerely, as if he could already see the gold coins shining in front of his eyes. With the money, the dust of Moonlight Rose would not be a dream for Lucien anymore. The only problem was that it was not easy to find Moonlight Rose dust.

A decent place in a decent area was also what Lucien needed, not only because he wanted a better living condition, but also because of the need to stay away from Aderon where he got involved with the other sorcerers using the identity “Professor”. With a bigger house, Lucien could also build a bigger and safer magic lab underground.

After the celebration, when Felicia was about to invite everyone present to visit her family’s manor tomorrow, the middle-aged lady who always stood by Princess Natasha’s side came to the backstage.

“Lady Camil.” Felicia, Lott and Herodotus heard her story before. They hurriedly saluted her.

Victor, Lucien and the other people present also followed the manner.

“Mr. Evans,” said Lady Camil seriously, “Princess Natasha wants you to be her personal music consultant. About an hour each time, twice a week, in Ratacia Palace. The pay is very decent, two Thale a month.”

Her words instantly turned Lucien into the envy of the people present, even including Victor. Only Rhine’s eyes dimmed for a moment.

“I… I can’t. I’m sorry.” Lucien turned down the offer subconsciously, “I just started learning music three months ago. I’m afraid I’m not qualified for this position, and the success this time might just be a random explosion of my accumulated inspiration.”

Lucien had another reason that he could not speak out. He was afraid that entering the palace would be too risky and his sorcerer identity might be revealed by the princess, who was a level five grand knight herself, or this lady Camil, a radiant knight.

However, the job was also very alluring. From another perspective, serving Princess Natasha could be his perfect disguise as well.

“The princess doesn’t mind. What Her Royal Highness values is the unique skills you employed in your composition and your understanding toward the new theme of music.” said Camil emotionlessly, “Would you like to accept the job, Mr. Evans?”

The other people in the room were looking at Lucien with expectation. Finally, Lucien nodded his head.

“It would be my pleasure to serve the princess.”

“Thank you, Mr. Evans.” Lady Camil said and then left the backstage.

The pay was truly very good. At least before becoming a 1st circle sorcerer, Lucien wouldn’t have to worry with the expenses of buying most of the materials.

Also, the job offered Lucien a high social status.

“We really envy you, Lucien.” Felicia and Lott congratulated him in a very direct way.

Victor also cast his eyes to Lucien with delight and satisfaction.