It wasn't about reluctance to spend money—
But how Walter Murphy would react after seeing the bill.
A million Skandian dollars, at minimum.
Luke just hoped he wouldn't get beaten up when he got home.
Imperial Capital Academy
"Noah Truffle, Xavier Dalton, Liao Maddox—you three, listen up."
Inside the Combat Hall, the leading instructor, Liam Yates, addressed his students.
"Tomorrow, we're welcoming Pearl Academy's team. Show them proper hospitality."
These were the top first-years at Imperial Capital Academy—
Each one had already reached mid-tier strength.
"Hah! What's there to worry about? Pearl Academy's just a bunch of weaklings."
Noah Truffle snorted disdainfully.
