Cornflower Witch

Chapter 178 Linlang's Course

"Now you should understand why the third stage is considered the most important stage."

“Yes, thank you for explaining it to me.” Hiltiya expressed her gratitude, and curiosity also arose in her heart.

"Afterwards, you will learn more about the third-tier core secret techniques, and the scholar beside you will also provide you with individual and detailed guidance."

"Ah, thank you." Hilti hadn't expected that the association would specifically assign a 'fifth-tier' big shot to teach her how to advance.

"Considering you've only recently entered the second tier, there's no need to be in such a hurry. You can also try out different schools of secret techniques and philosophies at this stage and choose the path that best suits you for advancement." This knight commander was truly of noble character, showing no particular favoritism or intention to guide.

"I see."

"Once you've decided on your direction, you can tell us your choice. We'll then prepare the necessary resources for you. However, you'll have to complete the final trial yourself."

"I see."

"Alright, I've covered the important points. Next, I'll discuss your reward and the mission objectives for the second half of the year."

"Considering that you are focusing on advancing through 'alfalfa' cultivation, you will be entrusted with providing sufficient alfalfa fodder in the second half of the year. This should not be difficult for you." This is practically a freebie. For Hilti, cultivating alfalfa is currently nearly ten times easier than cultivating wheat. As long as she lives in the valley, she can continuously produce 'perfect' quality alfalfa.

"In addition, we have left you with a few extra reward tasks."

"If you hand over 3000 catties of perfect quality wheat, our knights will give you a set of 'White Knight Armor' that fits your body type."

"If you are willing to help us raise foals in the valley, you will be rewarded with one Brilliant Gold Ingot for each foal with a first-tier physique that is successfully raised."

"Learn and master a set of advanced sword techniques of the Knights. If you succeed, you will be rewarded with a 'Tier 2 Rare' knight sword."

Although they wouldn't openly snatch her away, the knight commander's mission and rewards were clearly designed to guide this young woman onto the path of knighthood. The other people in the hall reacted differently to this. The scholar seemed unfazed, as it had nothing to do with him, a faint smile on his face. The blacksmith beside him pretended not to hear, believing that with such delicate arms and legs, Hilti was definitely not suited to be a blacksmith, so he had no expectations.

Only Kurandchu's expression twitched slightly. He had something to say, but considering the status of the person at the head of the table and that the other person's behavior was within the scope of his duties, he couldn't lash out in front of the junior.

This conversation ended there. Afterwards, Hilti left the tower and returned to her room at the guild for the time being.

The next day, she met the scholar from the previous day, Cerrofi, in a tea room at the association. To Hilti's surprise, she saw another familiar girl of the same age next to the scholar.

“Hello, my name is Sophitina.” She recognized the girl as the one she had ridden in the carriage with when they returned to the Radiant Plains that day. “Hello.” Siltia returned the greeting with a nod, scrutinizing the girl with a hint of curiosity.

Sophitina was about the same age as her, probably around 17 years old. She was wearing a black velvet dress with a white scarf at the neckline, exuding a gentle and intellectual air.

“This is my daughter. She’s currently at the second tier, so she should have a lot in common with Tia,” Serofi explained.

Afterwards, Cerrofi inquired about Hilti's learning progress and gave her a simple test on her mastery of various secret histories.

After learning that Hilti had a solid foundation and had not missed anything, he praised her with great admiration, and then told the girl what she needed to learn next.

"I will further teach you the history of the deeper world, that is, the various organizations that influence the world situation behind the rise and fall of the kingdoms, their origins, development, and the rise and fall of various secret arts. Much of this knowledge is not allowed to be circulated or printed in the surface world, but since you have come to the woodland and stepped into the second stage, you are qualified to know it."

“I will be based in the city. You will need to come to my place three days a week for classes until you have completed the courses I will teach.”

"Understood, thank you, teacher."

“In addition, I’ve also opened some small courses, but according to the rules of the woodland, these must also be charged. You can take a look at the course schedule later.” After saying that, he asked Sophitina, who was standing next to him, to take a neatly printed sheet of paper from her briefcase and hand it to the girl.

[Learn Old Fellin, 48 lessons - 420 gold coins]
[Learn Fairy Language, 36 lessons - 600 Gold Coins]
[Elf Language Learning, 54 Lessons - 520 Gold Coins]
[Beast-like Language Learning (Category 1), 32 lessons - 300 gold coins]
[Basic Rune Knowledge, 24 Lessons - 240 Gold]
[Intermediate Rune Knowledge (A Prosperous Faction in the Mid-Eighth Era), 36 Lessons - 480 Gold]
[Advanced Rune Knowledge (Classic Faction, Late Eighth Era), 48 Lessons - 1200 Gold]
[Glass Rune Knowledge (Six-Part Glass School), 64 Lessons - 3600 Gold Coins]
[Seven Doors and Keys (Swan Bright Optics School), 42 Lessons - 4800 Gold Coins]
[Introduction to Military Command, 12 Lessons - 200 Gold Coins]
[Noble Etiquette and Heritage, 18 Lessons - 240 Gold Coins]
[The World Within the Pupil (Learning Seven Basic Pupil Techniques), 16 Lessons - 360 Gold Coins]
[Lobe's Garden (Notes on the Improvement Process of 12 Special Crops), 28 Lessons - 600 Gold Coins]
[Mureto the Old King (Epic of the Old Kings), 6 lessons - 100 gold coins]
[The Rise of the Blood Dynasty (includes 6 Blood Law Secrets and 3 Ritual), 27 Lessons - 720 Gold]
……

Staring at the dazzling array of course schedules, Hiltiya's eyes widened in a daze, filled with a thirst for knowledge, but seeing the rows of prices behind her sent a chill down her spine.

"So expensive," she muttered under her breath.
But is this the price of knowledge?
Hearing Hiltia's quiet complaint, the girl opposite her couldn't help but cover her mouth and chuckle.

“Although it’s expensive, it’s definitely worth the price.” Sophitina’s voice was clear and crisp.

"Actually, this is the price after the association's discount and subsidy. Generally, if there are not enough people to register for these courses, the teacher will not teach them."

There are many things that fifth-tier superhumans can do. Teaching lower-tier students is something that only high-tier scholars are willing to do if the association specifically assigns the task or provides sufficient subsidies. Otherwise, they would use that time to do other things and reap higher rewards.

In fact, if it weren't for the association assigning him a mission, someone like Seroffie wouldn't come here. He usually stays at several famous academic sites in the woods, exchanging and learning with his colleagues, while also guiding those third- or fourth-order transcendents who come to study.

(End of this chapter)