Chapter 131: Guidelines for the Future
In the end, Tyr and Dragon Slayer exchanged a few brief words before parting ways. As Tyr ascended to the tavern and entered the room, he saw Wind Slash Ghost, Shating Iron Sword, and Butterfly of Sunflowers chatting furtively about something.
“What are you guys doing?”
Tyr’s voice startled Wind Slash Ghost, causing him to jump, while Butterfly of Sunflowers also trembled. Only Shating Iron Sword chuckled awkwardly, sensing a different atmosphere. Tyr raised an eyebrow slightly, approached the three, pulled up a chair, and sat down.
“You all, take a seat.”
The three slowly sat down upon hearing Tyr speak. However, Tyr’s next sentence immediately made them tense up.
“What were you all sneaking around doing just now?”
“We…” Shating Iron Sword was about to speak, but Tyr interrupted.
“Iron Sword, don’t speak. Let the Wind Slash Ghost explain.”
“Uh, me? Me?” Wind Slash Ghost nervously pointed to himself, then stuttered out.
“Well, it’s nothing, just chatting, just chatting… right, just chatting about Mr. Tyr’s splendid performance in the competition today.”
“Is that so?” Tyr glanced at the other two, Butterfly of Sunflowers and Shating Iron Sword, who nodded repeatedly. This attitude gave Tyr a hint of conspiracy, but it shouldn’t be harmful to him, so he didn’t delve deeper. Gathering his thoughts, he suddenly changed the subject and said.
“You’ve been with me for over a month now, so I suppose you have some understanding of me.”
The three looked at each other in confusion, unsure of Tyr’s meaning. Tyr smiled faintly and took out a bag of gold coins from his storage ring, tossing it to Shating Iron Sword, and saying.
“Here are fifty thousand gold coins. Go buy some battle qi crystals and remember to break through quickly.”
The three were initially stunned but then realized what was happening. Though moved by Tyr’s gesture, Shating Iron Sword still said.
“Mr. Tyr, this… this is too valuable. These coins are all earned by you through hard work in the competition. We can’t accept them.
Butterfly of Sunflowers and Wind Slash Ghost nodded in agreement, yet Tyr’s expression turned stern.
“I don’t like to talk too much, and I dislike being pushed around. You must accept them.”
Shating Iron Sword was deeply moved by the firmness of Tyr’s decision. Fifty thousand gold coins, an amount they might not accumulate even after ten years of saving every penny. Now, they were being entrusted to buy battle qi crystals. How could they not be touched and grateful? Tyr nodded, thinking to himself, “You’re making me stronger so I can do more tasks to earn even more money.”
“Oh, Wind Slash Ghost, go fetch that silly elf.”
“Yes.” Wind Slash Ghost quickly got up and ran to the opposite room, returning shortly with Arena.
Tyr nodded in approval at Arena’s condition and said.
“Sit.”
Arena looked around for a chair, but finding none, she looked at Butterfly of Sunflowers with some embarrassment.
“It’s okay, sit on my lap.” Butterfly of Sunflowers patted her own thigh gently, but Wind Slash Ghost wasn’t satisfied.
“Fool, at this moment, Arena should sit on Mr. Tyr’s lap.”
“Um…” Butterfly of Sunflowers immediately looked embarrassedly at Tyr.
“Why are you looking at me like that?” Tyr glared with both eyes, frightening Butterfly of Sunflowers, who quickly stood up.
“I won’t sit then. Arena, you sit instead.”
“Huh? Is this okay?” Arena was puzzled, not understanding why everyone’s attitude suddenly changed. Tyr waved his hand and said.
“Sit down. Next, I’m going to talk about our future plans.”
Upon hearing this, the four immediately put aside their other thoughts and looked at Tyr with seriousness. Tyr was satisfied with their focus on the matter. He nodded slightly and spoke.
“I’m sure everyone has noticed that I didn’t win the recommendation letter from Avalon in this competition. Arena, you don’t need to blame yourself. It was my mistake, and it’s in the past now. Even if we blame ourselves, it’s pointless. The key is how we solve it. This will also be our future policy. As you all know, Avalon has three levels of enrollment. The first is the academy’s direct recruitment, receiving the best training and treatment. The second is the distribution of recommendation letter quotas, allowing each country to select candidates. However, this method is not very stable. If a recommendation letter is obtained by an incompetent person, it can also bypass the assessment and directly enroll.
The third method is the biennial enrollment examination conducted by the academy, which includes talented individuals from all walks of life, regardless of their wealth or background. Although the stability of this method is also not high, it may produce prodigies even more terrifying than those from the first method.
I’m sure you’ve all understood the meaning by now. That’s right, our next step is the enrollment examination. It’s not just me, Arena, Shating Iron Sword, Butterfly of Sunflowers, and Wind Slash Ghost, you all will be enrolling. Shating Iron Sword, although you’re a bit older, I know your talent is not lacking. It’s just that you haven’t had a good environment or opportunities. Late bloomers are plentiful, and strength has never solely depended on battle qi. You have an example right in front of you. I may not excel in battle qi, but I can defeat warriors of the Vanguard level. As long as you can hone your sword to perfection, what can opponents do even if they’re strong?”
“Yes!”
“So I need each of you to become a Vanguard! Arena, became a third-level archmage. Ideally, awaken your unique magic. I’ll provide you with resources, and you must give me hope!”
“Yes!” The three of them replied in unison, their expressions solemn.
“Yes!” However, the elf hesitated for a moment.
