"May I inquire what grade your spirit is?" Aiden asked, having heard Lia's mumbling.
"Oh! It's just a grade 3 spirit, nothing special," Lia replied with a wry smile.
"Hmm, anyway, as you can see, Alfred is a truly talented kid," Aiden nodded, looking at Alfred.
"So, you will now take him with you?" Lia asked, sensing Alfred's fear as he hugged her tightly, afraid of being separated.
Despite knowing that Aiden would likely take Alfred due to the expensive golden crystal he used, Lia couldn't help but worry about Alfred being taken by someone unknown. The crystal had not only healed Alfred but also significantly empowered his spirit—something even the Count's house couldn't achieve.
"No, I will not," Aiden said, shaking his head, much to Lia's surprise.
"Huh?" Lia's eyes widened. "B-but you used that crystal. It must have been very expensive, so why not?"
