Ten minutes later, Shepard reappeared in the room, holding a pouch filled with materials.
During Shepard's absence, Adam inquired about the situation, questioning why Julius lay on the ground emitting such a foul stench that even a sewer rat would flee.
After the update, Adam gazed at the sleeping boy with mixed feelings. His promotion should have been a happy occasion. However, he felt a pang of guilt hit his heart.
"I prepared three sets of materials. Now, you are on your own. However, if you become my disciple... I can brew it for you." Shepard smiled at Adam before adding. "You realise that many dream to learn under an arcanist? After all, only nine people in the world reached this rank."
'Only nine? Why so few?' Adam thought, astonished by the information.