After gaining a preliminary understanding of Wizard Kieran, Ian went on to ask about the Four Symbols Academy.
Audrey shrugged. "It's one of the relatively backward academies among the five?"
"How could that be?"
Ian found it strange.
The power of multi-element wizardry was obvious to all.
"For most wizards, blending elements together and using them in battle is still too difficult, so more wizards choose the other four academies."
Seeing Ian's expression, Audrey knew he had misunderstood.
"But that doesn't mean the students of the Four Symbols Academy are weak. From what I've heard, it basically has two extremes: either very weak or very strong. And since Wizard Charlie spends practically all day immersed in research, that's why I said this academy is weak overall."
"I see."
Understanding dawned on Ian.
"But there's an advantage to that as well. If you grow within this academy, although the overall resources may be fewer, an individual wizard can actually obtain more resources." Audrey looked at Ian.
"Understood."
Ian nodded.
So that was how it was.
"So, Ian... do you really intend to choose the Four Symbols Academy and Wizard Charlie?" Audrey asked again, hoping he would give up.
"I want to give it a try."
Looking at her, Ian only grew more resolute.
"Alright. I'm willing to support your decision. If you need anything, contact me anytime."
Audrey said no more.
"Thank you."
Ian was deeply grateful.
Audrey had helped him greatly, entirely one-sidedly. Yet unfortunately, she had no need for his repayment at all right now, and he had nothing he could offer in return.
But he would remember her kindness in his heart.
Before long, Ian saw Audrey onto her carriage, and Audrey's gold card was no longer on him.
She had originally lent it to him for the