The two formed an alliance, and the atmosphere instantly changed.
Ian's smile deepened. "Also, if Captain Hank has any other trustworthy friends who need to increase their strength, you can introduce them to me. The price remains the same, but you'll need to vouch for them."
Hank's eyes lit up. This was handing part of the "agency rights" over to him.
That meant he could not only obtain potions, but also build connections and resources through referrals.
With this move, Ian both expanded his customer base and tied Hank more firmly to his chariot.
"Understood." Hank nodded heavily. "I'll screen suitable candidates and make sure they don't cause you any trouble."
Finally, the two exchanged Arcane Marks so they could contact each other at any time.
For the free spell he received upon advancing to Advanced Apprentice, Ian had ultimately chosen Arcane Mark. It was the standard spell for Advanced Apprentices.
After leaving Hank's stone house, Ian felt much more relaxed than when he had arrived.
Through Hank's connection, Bloodline Potions would gradually flow into the Advanced Apprentice circle of the camp. Even some wealthy Intermediate Apprentices could be drawn in.
Ian returned to the Alchemy Room and began his routine tasks for the day.
Both potions were at Mastery Level, so he quickly finished brewing them and freed up more time for himself.
The war was still ongoing, but he would not shift the focus of his cultivation. Every other skill, including Potion Studies, was merely a means to an end.
Only the meditation method was the foundation of everything.
Since his permissions had been unlocked, he had gradually exchanged for thirty bottles of [Concentration Potion] to keep his cultivation speed from slowing down.
The effects were obvious. In just half a month, not only had his mental power