Treasure-hunting: Into the Unknown

Zachary had known what was on Marvin's mind, but he didn't point it out since his impression of him was way better than other Sage Level warriors in Shura College. But what mattered most was what the dean knew well about Logan. Perhaps he would have to rely on Marvin's help later so he wouldn't turn him down.

"Dean Marvin, since you have already mentioned that, I won't refuse because I look up to you with reverence. Well, I'll take the treasure, and accept to be your partial disciple," Zachary answered warily.

"Ha-ha!" After Zachary expressed his consent, Marvin smiled with satisfaction. It had bothered him that Zachary wouldn't give the nod. Then, he took out a treasure that looked like a birdcage and passed it to Zachary.

"Is this the Mysterious Cloud Shield? Why is it like a birdcage?" Zachary said with subtle distaste.

"Although it looks a bit unattractive, I had it with me since I broke through the Sage Level. It has rescued me a lot, so it is genuinely a valuable treasure. This time, I have to live through the agony by giving up my prized possession," Marvin said, looking distraught.

"Please take it easy, Dean Marvin. Since it's a Sage Level treasure from you, I assure you I will make good use of its importance under my possession," Zachary replied with a smile.

Marvin nodded, "On a side note, you have to grab the opportunity to gain further skills and practice in controlling beasts once you're at Crane College. This will be particularly useful to you in the Imperial Level Warrior Contest. Also, with your capacity to control beasts, you will stand out there in Crane College. As far as I know, Imperial Level warriors at the premium stage who can control three beasts from that college are surprisingly limited. Yet, it is an easy task for their warriors to handle two beasts altogether. In terms of the treasure beasts, Crane College is unmatched among all colleges in the Supernal Continent!"

"Thank you for taking the time to help me. It meant a lot. I'll keep everything in mind. I was also thinking the same as you advised. I don't have many advantages. My only advantage is my motivation to become competent in my craft. I still have much to le

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Hearing what Zachary said, Vivian fumbled for words. Some incidents flashed through her mind, and she couldn't prevent herself from shuddering. More disturbingly, Zachary had already walked in front of her.

"I didn't pay enough attention to you last time. You certainly have a wonderful figure," Zachary praised her generously.

However, the compliment meant different in Vivian's ears, which made her unable to subdue herself. Often, she would have forced Zachary out hastily, but seeing him in front of her, she could do nothing, because she realized that fate led her to be his woman. It was just a joint effort of commitments between them, but if they got married, there were some issues she had to endure, such as what he said just now.

"If you want me now, I won't refuse. In any case, I will eventually become your wife," Vivian said through gritted teeth.

"When did you turn out to be like this?" Zachary said sarcastically.

"Only in this way can I confirm how absorbed you are in me. You are a normal man, after all. If you are uninterested, that's what I should worry about." Vivian gave Zachary a reproachful look. She realized that the more she chose to exploit him, the less she could manipulate him. On the contrary, she felt that she was getting more and more curious and engrossed with him.

"Oh, is that so? I won't refuse a woman throwing herself at me." Zachary had an impish grin and suddenly stepped forward.