Wits Against the Air

Of course, Uncle Alie had his own little considerations. He hoped Heiduo could lend his eldest son Ahui a helping hand someday, while also leaving a bit of goodwill for the three younger children at home.

Though Clair had not told him, Uncle Alie had long learned some information about Heiduo through various channels.

The phrase "boundless prospects" had practically been invented for Heiduo.

At just fifteen, he could go toe-to-toe with Clair, a Top Trainer hailed as the greatest genius in a century aside from Lance. He might well become the next Lance!

Under such circumstances, Uncle Alie hoped Ahui could leave a good impression on Heiduo.

Who knew when they might need his help someday?

—Parents always worried for their children. How many people did not plan for their children's sake?

Rough on the outside but meticulous within, Uncle Alie had been assigned by Clair to get close to Heiduo precisely because of his character.

That was not to say Uncle Alie was two-faced. He was genuinely forthright and generous, and usually did not mind suffering a little loss in his dealings with those around him, merely laughing it off. But in this world, people without any sense did not live well. Uncle Alie asked nothing else of Heiduo, only that if his family ever encountered trouble, Heiduo could lend them a hand.

That was remarkably similar to Heiduo's original intention in saving people.

What he feared came true; speak of the devil, and the devil appeared.

After Heiduo and Ahui finished their long-distance running warm-up, several Dragon Tamers dressed in gaudy outfits and capes swaggered over. Judging by their arrogant manner, they were no different from drunks who had had a little too much cat piss with dinner.

Heiduo counted them. There were exactly five.

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