Chapter 67

From that day on, Riftan stopped mentioning her studies with Ruth altogether. He even stopped barging into the library. Yet this change only made Maxi more anxious, for it seemed that he was going to unnecessary lengths to disregard the fact that she was learning magic.

Though she couldn't comprehend why he found the matter so disagreeable, she was optimistic that he would come around once she was able to master a useful spell. No lord would be opposed to having more mages under his command. Even the princess of Wedon had become a sorceress when her talents had become known.

Even if she could not become as skilled as Princess Agnes, it would be of great help to Anatol if she were to master healing magic. And Riftan would surely acknowledge her abilities when that happened.