Chapter 163 Path

Turhan didn't change his mind as he replied to the man on the other side of the crystal.

"I've already considered everything. For now, I recommended him to attend the training center—I mean, the academy so he can easily adjust here."

[ Very well. It's up to you… I will make the necessary arrangements. ]

"Thank you, Sir Harun…"

[ Hmph! Then I'll be waiting for your gifts. You didn't forget to get a few local specialties on that island, right? ]

"That… Of course. I have some… I will give it to you if we meet again."

After the conversation ended, Turhan heaved a sigh of relief. His eyes were filled with expectations.

He then clenched his fist with excitement.

"I'm sure Vincent will make it in time to participate in the competition…" He muttered under his breath.

He can still recall how a blind man defeated a genuine Master Magician… It was something that he had never seen before and he would like it to be seen by his old friends.

***

Vincent had no idea what Turhan was plotting for him. At the moment, Vincent and his group have decided to settle down in the large estate as they waited for further news.

During this time, Yulia and Severin also informed Vincent about the reason why the Zemin Clan was 'recruited' by the Black Tower.

He learned about the high-level Mana Arts that the Patriarch traded in exchange for a peaceful land that is under the protection of the Black Tower.

In short, the Zemin Clan wasn't a partner, ally, or part of the Black Tower itself.

Instead, it's probably right to describe them as taken under the wings of this organization.

"Well, at the very least, I heard that the Black Tower would give a hundred of your people a chance to enter or study within the Black Tower." Vincent said as he recalled the announcement that Turhan made according to Rem.

"Oh… That's only a chance to work for the organization. You still need a recommendation from a member to be part of the organization." Yulia explained. He learned all about this as she thought of joining the large organization before as well.

"What? Isn't that too easy to join? I'm sure people can just pay a large sum of money to those who are already a member." Vincent replied.

"That's possible… However, after being recommended, you still have to prove yourself within three years. The one who has the final say is still the council of the First Tower."

"Ohh~ I wonder what Sir Turhan is planning then. It seems that he was sure that I can be a member of the organization."

'Right, he has a young apprentice... Ayla… Is she a member of the organization? Did she go through the same recruitment process or there is another method?' Vincent mused as he couldn't help but wish that Ayla is here right now.

Anyway, Vincent believed that there is another method to do this… He can only wait for Turhan to return and explain to him what he has to do from now on.

***

They remained inside this estate for three more days before Turhan finally returned to help him.

"I apologize… I had to personally help the Patriarch with their transfer." Turhan apologized as he indeed took so much time to handle the Zemin Clan's business.

Nevertheless, everything has finally been arranged.

"It's alright, Sir Turhan. We weren't idling here anyway… The servants here are kind and we were able to have a trip around the city." Vincent replied.

Based on his estimation, this Fifth Tower's City was about 10 or 15 times the size of normal large cities within the Tudor Kingdom.

Three days is not enough to visit all the famous places in the city.

Of course, Vincent didn't go outside that much. It was only at the time when he needed to purchase various potions did he walk outside.

"Did you find this place interesting?" Turhan asked as he gestured to the chief steward to bring them some refreshments.

The two are currently in the garden facing the fake mountain within the estate. There were stone tables and chairs here which is a good place to relax while getting some fresh air.

"I must say the items that I've seen were powerful… I mean, most of them have offensive capabilities. Even the potions beings sold were mostly to boost strength and power. Even the medicinal pills are like that. It made me wonder whether this city is under a constant threat from enemies…"

Vincent voiced his opinion. He almost feels that the people here are addicted to these kinds of drugs.

When his group was outside, they spent quite a large sum of money to purchase many types of potions and unusual weapons. They will be used to increase his enhancement and ascension experience…

As he appraises them one by one, Vincent realized that most of their effects were indeed for combat.

He could barely see any magic items that can be used for daily life.

"Oh? So you noticed that… It's pretty normal here since our land has numerous Magic Beasts. As for Savage Beasts, they were uncountable." Turhan shook his head as he continued. "Right, there were even some places occupied by Celestial Beasts within our territory so you must be careful when you're outside the 36 cities..."

"Really? Why are you not purging them?"

"There's no way we would do that… They are sources of our rare materials. Furthermore, it will be harder for other organizations to occupy us with these creatures lurking everywhere."

Turhan smiled. He no longer further explained as Vincent can somehow understand his point.

After asking a few more questions, they finally discussed the most important matter for Vincent right now.

"I have already arranged your membership… You can attend the academy in a week with my recommendation… Once you have proven yourself as an asset of the Black Tower, you will be an official member of our organization, and that way, you would be able to act freely in our territory."

Turhan explained.

This is what Vincent truly wanted right now. He is not a tourist in this land after all. He has to gain a proper identity and with Turhan's help, there will be a path for him to follow.

It would be up to him whether he would be able to take it.

"Since I'm an appraiser, will you arrange for me to study some magic tools or have me work as an appraiser?"

"Appraiser? Ahh… You're right. However, since you have decent combat abilities, I made an easier path for you. There will be a competition in the next two months and once you achieved a decent result there, you will be rewarded a Gray—No, a Yellow Emblem."