Before the main hall, the youths caught sight of the mentor from afar, esteem in their eyes for Toyennes, who stood in the wind, exuding a unique scholarliness that inspired admiration.
"Greetings, mentor."
"Children, has life within the castle posed any difficulties?"
"All is well."
Toyennes spoke with a gentle voice, his gaze filled with care.
After asking about their daily affairs, Toyennes led the youths into the main hall and took out a potion, gesturing to them, "This is a mental power potion—Magic Stone Water, suitable for 1st Class apprentices; now the potion is yours."
Three bottles of Magic Stone Water were distributed to each person, handed out in the sequence they were enlightened.
Ivan also received a set, the small glass vials contained water that seemed to have ink dripped into it. The ink formed into strands of smoke that lingered, undispersed, and upon a gentle shake, the black smoke twisted and writhed.
