64: Middle man

In the lavish second-level dining hall, the gorgeous crystal lights sparkled dazzlingly, as numerous musicians performed. Listening to music while tasting delicacies, it was indeed a very enjoyable thing to do.

Furthermore, the food here was all prepared with the utmost care. Not only could they increase one's stats, but they could also speed up the meditation process. As such, they have always been welcomed by apprentice and Sages alike.

However, there were very few customers here as not everyone could come up with that many magic crystals. Most of the people were either Rank 5 apprentice or a Sage.

Wade sat on a goose feathered coach and pushed a steaming mug towards Freya who had just finished her meal, "This is hot cocoa, with some ground southern sugar inside it as well. It has also a certain beneficial effect towards meditation, won't you try it?"

Freya, who was sitting opposite him, smiled bitterly, "If it was before, I would still be extremely excited. But now..."

she had such a feast that her stomach seemed bloated.

Wade did not feel the slightest bit odd. Despite any pretences, the relationship between them was more of a business relationship, she provided him with some relaxing time and he gave her some free portions from time to time.

He didn't feel the slightest bit of hesitation over his decision. Besides, a large number of talented Sage apprentices would go to the subterranean world sooner or later.

It could be for earning magic crystals, academic points or even for their own personal reason like his to buy potion ingredients at a cheaper price.

All in all, it was given that when an apprentice reached a certain level he would have to go to the subterranean world, rather it was necessary that he went so as to make up the necessary merits to become a Sage.

Moreover, the academy didn't seem to want to hide this matter. After all, they would still be relying on the official Sages for the future development of the Academy, and the apprentice that can show their wits would prove more valuable.

Those that were left behind by their peers would definitely be those with no proper value so, no attention would be paid to them.

"Wade, I still think you should consider this matter one more time. Down there it is very dangerous, once you go out there will always be a 30% chance that you would not return" Freya said.

This was probably what had come out of the investigation she had done on his behalf, but he thought she was probably exaggerating it, as far as he had learned it was only about 20%.

"While I am there I would mostly be researching of new potions that I have not brewed before. I will mostly stay inside the city so as to not encounter too many dangerous situations." Wade explained.

He didn't want to talk too much on this matter as after he had left Sam would tell everyone the truth, so he didn't want to lie too much.

As for whether Mike and his family would find out, he had already considered it. According to what he knew that Sam cane from a non-Sage family and had entered because of certain connections

As for Mike, he did not know Sam as his circle of friends mostly consisted of those from Sage families. So, even if the news spread from Sam to others and from them to Mike's group it would already be too late.

Also, he knew that Sam was not a very talkative person regarding others secret, when he had told him about his appointment and disclosed this secret he already knew that it would be kept a secret for a long time.

"What about you? What are your plans?" Wade asked her at the end

He tried to direct the topic towards her so that had could get to the point he was waiting for.

"I plan to continue with my current lifestyle. You know, although my Genny family is not very famous but it can still support my needs" Freya didn't want to seem like too poor, this was because she was from a Sage family.

Suddenly a thought came to her mind.

"Wade, you would need someone in the known down there. How about you make a deal with my family?" Freya clearly wanted to rope in a talent like Wade for her family.

"No thanks! I have made plans for myself already!" Wade smiled, turning her down.

He would be subjected to various contracts and restrictions if he joined a family. Also, he had already prepared such a plan for Mike's family, he didn't want to waste it.

The light in Freya's eyes dimmed. Wade also knew that their relationship had come to an end. After all, they had just been enjoying themselves, but going their separate ways now, in a time of crisis, was very normal.

"There is still something that I have to ask of you!" Wade took out a black-coloured wooden box and placed it on the dining table.

"What is it?" Freya smiled, but it seemed rather forced.

He opened the black box. Many potions in test tubes were neatly arranged inside, and the sight dazzled Freya's eyes.

"This is..." Freya's mesmerising eyes let off an astonished look.

"These are the potions that I have accumulated until now. Help me sell them off!" Despite crossing his fingers, Wase's expression remained calm.

Of course, this was only a small portion of the potions that he had secretly brewed. Saying that it was his accumulation after a year was reasonable; their total value was several hundred Magic Crystals.

Letting Freya sell them for him was because Wade didn't want to be conspicuous. On the other hand, it also provided her with a little compensation.

After all, a trace of chauvinism still remained, deep in his heart. Breaking up would require him to give some form of compensation at least, and letting Freya be the middleman gave her a chance to earn some profits. Even though he would make some loss.