Wizard: You can become stronger by living life to the fullest.

Chapter 40: Can you lend me some magic stones?

The release of the latest issue of Magic Mirror Weekly caused quite a stir among Rosie and her fellow apprentices.

This is because one of the articles in this issue of the journal was written by their classmate, with whom they spend every day.

It's hard to believe that most apprentices are still struggling to even construct a spell model, while some of them are able to publish articles in top journals like Magic Mirror.

In Allen's words, "Rosie, you're really enviable. How did you do it? How did you get your article published in the Magic Mirror Journal?"

Rosie did not reveal that it was Catherine who provided the assistance, which was at the witch Catherine's request, probably because she did not want the other apprentices to bother her.

Anyway,

This incident immediately put Luo Xi in the spotlight, and many apprentices even speculated in private whether he was the illegitimate son of some big shot, which really bothered Luo Xi, who usually preferred to keep a low profile.

Fortunately, this discussion didn't last long, as an even more sensational piece of news from inside the castle drew everyone's attention—

Some of my fellow apprentices have been promoted to advanced apprentices!

"Breaking news! Breaking news! Joshua has successfully condensed his seventh rune and officially advanced to the rank of Advanced Apprentice!"

"Advanced Apprentice! Joshua has advanced to Advanced Apprentice!"

"Did you know? That genius Joshua, with his fourth-tier talent, has condensed his seventh Will Rune and advanced to Advanced Apprentice!"

As a genius with fourth-class talent, Joshua has been the center of attention since he entered the castle, and he has lived up to expectations, displaying extraordinary talent all the way.

He was the first to condense a will rune and the first to advance to the intermediate apprentice level. Among his peers, his cultivation progress was always the fastest.

Now, unsurprisingly, he became the first to advance to the advanced apprentice level.

Actually, this news itself is not surprising, since in everyone's mind he would definitely be the one to advance the fastest.

But when that moment actually arrived, most apprentices still felt a mix of emotions.

"That's terrifying! I haven't even condensed my fourth Willpower Rune yet, and they've already condensed seven."

"Is this what fourth-tier talent is? It's truly despair-inducing..."

Those who are able to enter the Elemental Castle are already outstanding among the apprentices. Although everyone knew from the beginning that Joshua was a genius, many people were not convinced of this and always thought that they could catch up with him if they worked hard, and even if they couldn't catch up, they wouldn't be too far behind.

However, when this astonishing difference was laid bare before everyone's eyes, they truly understood what it meant to have an innate disparity.

It has to be said that this is indeed quite discouraging.

Castle, restaurant.

Luo Xi leisurely popped a spoonful of mashed potatoes into his mouth. The food in the cafeteria wasn't very good, but this mashed potato was an exception. It was made from high-quality black potatoes from the forest outside, and it was mixed with dew collected by forest fairies. It had the unique crispness of potatoes, and was also mixed with a hint of forest fragrance. It was quite delicious.

"Complete one effort to savor delicious food, time added 3 days."

Across from him, a listless Allen watched Rosie devour her food and couldn't help but say, "Hey, Rosie, why are you acting like nothing's wrong?"

Luo Xi asked in confusion, "Is something the matter?"

Allen frowned. "Joshua has advanced to the advanced apprentice level, didn't you know?"

Luo Xi was even more confused: "I know."

Allen said speechlessly, "Don't you feel deeply hurt?"

Rosie shrugged: "It's alright."

Allen covered his forehead: "I thought that as the mentor's favorite, you would also have a competitive spirit, but now it seems I was wrong. You're just a salted fish."

Haha, that's a pretty accurate assessment.

Aina, standing next to her, nodded in agreement: "I used to think that the gap between me and Joshua wasn't that big, but now I realize that talent is really that important."

Nicole sighed, "Advanced apprentice, huh? I haven't even touched the threshold of intermediate apprentice, even though we all came in at the same time."

Among the apprentices, Rosie was probably the most composed in the face of this news.

That's true. With the system at his disposal, he doesn't face much pressure in his cultivation. Joshua's fourth-grade talent is enough to bully ordinary apprentices, but it's still a bit lacking compared to him. You have to know that he has already condensed eight runes.

In addition, Luo Xi has the experience of two lifetimes, so his thinking about things is more mature than that of ordinary apprentices. The so-called competitive spirit is basically non-existent in him.

He comforted them, "Alright, don't be so down. I'll treat everyone to a meal later. Hmm, let's go to the Green Goblin Tavern."

The Green Fairy Tavern is the most upscale tavern in Fairy Street. Rosie had heard that there were many things there that she couldn't get in the cafeteria, and she had long wanted to go and see for herself.

Allen immediately perked up: "The Green Goblin Tavern? Really?"

That place is notoriously luxurious and expensive; it's said that a casual meal there can cost tens or even hundreds of magic stones.

Luo Xi said in a serious tone, "Do I have to swear an oath?"

The notice to enter the inner castle came down yesterday. As an apprentice who scored full marks in both subjects, he received the highest treatment offered by the inner castle, with a monthly magic stone allowance of more than two hundred.

In addition, there would be a considerable fee from the Magic Mirror Journal. With the reward for eliminating the dark wizard, plus the windfall he had unexpectedly acquired during his previous trip, Rosie's empty wallet was suddenly filled. It would be a bit embarrassing not to show some appreciation.

Allen was greatly encouraged and immediately hugged Rosie: "Dad!"

Luo Xi rolled her eyes: "Get lost."

The group was about to leave the restaurant after some playful banter when a voice came from behind them.

"Rosie".

Luo Xi turned around and saw a boy walking towards him. It was Lu Ze, the boy he had clashed with before and even fought with.

Allen immediately stepped forward to stand in front of Rosie. He was a man who believed in chivalry, and as a companion, he had been resentful for a long time that Rosie couldn't go to the battlefield with him when Rosie got into a conflict last time.

Seeing this, Lu Ze quickly stopped and said, "Don't be nervous, I'm not looking for trouble."

Allen raised his fist and said rather bluntly, "That's a real shame."

Rosie pushed aside Allen, who was clearly looking for trouble, and stepped forward to ask, "What's the matter?"

Although a conflict had occurred, he didn't actually harbor any ill will towards this classmate, since last time he was the one who beat up the other, not the one who was beaten up.

Lu Ze hesitated for a moment, his expression seemingly a little embarrassed.

After a while, he gritted his teeth and, as if making up his mind, said, "You."

"Could you lend me some magic stones?"

(End of this chapter)