"How can you say it has nothing to do with me? I still have to file the reimbursement application..."
His attempt to use public funds to buy goodwill exposed, Gallup scratched his head and quietly offered a few words in his defense before hurriedly changing the subject under everyone's inscrutable gazes.
"So? Everyone, shall we have a meal together?"
Under the enthusiastic invitations of the many senior students, all four agreed to join the gathering. They took a large Floating Disc together to the high-level section of the academy restaurant.
Compared with the ordinary restaurants on the lower levels, the high-level section was far more luxurious and elegant.
The Black Pearl Wood dining table was covered with a snow-white tablecloth, and delicate Silver Leaf Roses bloomed in a gilt vase at the center of the desktop.
The lighting was soft and pleasant, while a faint, elegant fragrance filled the air, unconsciously whetting everyone's appetite.
This scent was Spirit Concentration Incense specially formulated by the Alchemy Academy. After breathing it in for a long time, everyone felt their Spiritual Power begin to improve slightly, as if they were meditating and training.
Normally, even entering this place required Credit Points.
But relying on the reimbursement allowance, Gallup boldly ordered many exquisite dishes made from high-level ingredients and reserved the table for one and a half Magic Hours.
During the meal, quite a few Second and Third Rank senior students took the initiative to befriend the four of them.
For Anvis, dealing with these newly fledged students was child's play.
In contrast, the other three were less at ease. Lona in particular, having come from a commoner background, seemed somewhat restrained.
Even so, no one showed her any contempt. Instead, they were all exceedingly friendly and accommodating.
With the status of a Pamir