The next day.
Sam's maternal grandparents, who were in charge of Eiyu, were preparing to leave for the Thaumaturge Tournament. Sam was excited and couldn't resist asking his grandmother Yuu if they would come to watch him compete.
"You will come to watch the Thaumaturge Tournament, right, Grandma Yuu?" Sam asked eagerly.
"Of course, we will come," Grandma Yuu replied with a warm smile, "I wouldn't miss my grandson winning the tournament for the world." Grandpa Jin nodded in agreement, showing his support for Sam.
As the tournament was exclusively for mages, Sam's focus was primarily on training his mage powers. However, Grandpa Jin reminded him not to neglect basic mana cultivation.
"Sam, while you prepare for the tournament, don't forget to practice your mana cultivation too," Grandpa Jin advised, placing a hand on Sam's shoulder.
Sam nodded, appreciating his grandfather's guidance. But Grandpa Jin had one more important piece of advice to share.
