In early August of year 9803 of the Radiant Calendar, Velin stood outside the teleportation array on Sixth Teleportation Array Island, dressed in formal attire.
Xuemiyya wore a mage robe, her hands resting naturally over her abdomen as she waited calmly.
Before long, the teleportation array lit up, and a figure stepped out.
Seeing the arrival, Xuemiyya approached and bowed. "Teacher."
"Lady Kalaya, welcome," Velin said, inclining his upper body slightly.
Kalaya returned the bow. "Velin, Xuemiyya, it's been a long time."
"Teacher, this way, please." Xuemiyya took Kalaya's hand and led her toward the Floating Ship Star Moon, docked nearby.
Meanwhile, Velin looked at Lucas and Fiona, who were still standing in the center of the teleportation array, and walked over. "How was your journey?"
Lucas came back to his senses and bowed. "My lord, thank you for your concern. My mother and I had a pleasant journey."
Fiona also placed a hand over her chest and bowed, expressing her respect for Velin.
After gesturing for them to rise and helping them up, Velin said with a smile, "It's only been a few years, but you've truly impressed me. You're already a low-tier soul intent arcanist. You've certainly lived up to your reputation as a genius."
"You flatter me, my lord." Lucas shook his head slightly. "There are two reasons my strength has improved so quickly: the foundation I built before, and your help."
"Without those two prerequisites, I couldn't possibly have progressed this quickly."
"Hahaha, let's dispense with the pleasantries." Velin patted Lucas on the shoulder and laughed. "Now that you've grown stronger, I'll be giving you more responsibilities."
"As you should." Lucas answered without hesitation, not a trace of dissatisfaction in his voice. After benefiting from Velin's generosity for decades, it was time to repay him with