Above the mage

Chapter 155 Valuing

It is reasonable for rights and obligations to be equal.

Moreover, no matter what, even in the worst-case scenario, you are guaranteed to be able to "get free" from the mutual aid society's resources for a year.

No wonder no freshman would refuse an invitation from the Mutual Aid Society and the Lions Club.

Seeing that Gaode didn't respond, Sadie added, "Furthermore, the mutual aid association can help you coordinate some things internally, such as the ranking of freshmen's credits."

"Yulan will definitely be the top student in terms of credits this year."

"And this ranking will give you a significant weighting bonus when you are preparing to advance to the first-ring mage and apply to the academy for the Water of Ascension."

"You took eight courses as soon as you came in, which shows that you are very interested in this ranking. In addition, with the 5 credits bonus for breaking the enrollment record, you do have a good chance if it weren't for Yulan."

"However, Yulan is already a 1st-circle mage and doesn't need the Ascension Water anymore."

"If you need it, I can help you coordinate with Yulan to have him take fewer courses this year to make way for you."

"Of course, in addition to making up for the prize money he deserves for first place, you will also have to pay him extra compensation," Sadie said calmly, appearing very confident.

Clearly, Yulan has joined the mutual aid group and has had some communication and exchanges with them.

Upon hearing this, Gao De's expression changed slightly.

He truly hadn't expected that the mutual aid society would be able to achieve such a feat.

This can already be considered a redistribution of college resources.

However, Gao De shook his head at Sadie's suggestion.

He doesn't need Yulan to "make way" for him.

First, Gaode is confident that it can achieve the highest number of credits among this year's freshmen.

Furthermore, Gaode Maps disdains to accept the "first place" offered by others.

This is a bit of "persistence" and "arrogance" brought from a previous life, which may not be suitable for this world, but Gaode does not intend to change it.

Another point is, how could he possibly have the means to pay Yulan extra compensation?

If they had that spare money, they would use it to buy spell recipes or take other courses.

"I'm willing to join the mutual aid society, but I don't need Yulan to make way for me," Gao De said slowly.

"Aren't you prepared to strive for the honor of being number one in freshman credits?"

Gao De's answer slightly surprised Sadie. She thought for a moment, perhaps realizing something, and reminded her, "I know that you were admitted with the highest honors, and the academy will provide you with a bottle of Ascension Water."

"But I heard from my mentor that you gave that bottle of Ascension Water to Committee Member Lal so that his apprentice could advance to the first-ring mage level."

"Perhaps Committee Member Lal promised you something, like giving you a bottle of Ascending Water next year."

Sadie seemed to trust Gao De completely and didn't hesitate to say things that might offend people. "I can only tell you that perhaps when Committee Member Lal agreed to your request, he was sincere."

"But now," Sadie said, keeping everyone in suspense.

Gao De frowned. "What's going on now?"

"The situation is different now."

"Triff, the apprentice on whom Committee Member Ral had placed high hopes, still failed to advance to the first-circle mage even after drinking the Ascension Water that Committee Member Ral had obtained for him."

"Triff was not only Commissioner Ralph's apprentice, but also the only child of his own sister."

"So, if Commissioner Lal really does get another share of the Ascension Water, do you think he'll return it to you, or give it to Trif to help him advance to the first-ring mage level?" Sadie countered.

Gaode fell silent for a moment, but in that silence, he actually felt a sense of relief.

Upon closer reflection, he probably already anticipated that the other party might not return the Spirit Water when he agreed to "borrow" it.

So hearing that the other person was having bad luck naturally made me feel better.

"I do intend to strive for the highest freshman credits, but I can do it on my own," Gao De explained.

"You mean you're going to compete with Yulan for first place on your own?"

"good."

"You're dreaming. Yulan enters with 22 credits as soon as she completes her enrollment task. Some students finish their second year with about the same number of credits."

"How can you compete with him on your own?"

"Besides, you only get one chance to be number one among the freshmen. If you miss this opportunity, you'll no longer be a freshman."

Sadie's words were blunt, but they reflected the objective facts.

"What if I could surpass Yolan's credits on my own?" God remained remarkably calm despite Sadie's skepticism.

"That's impossible." Sadie chuckled.

After saying that, she stopped talking to Gaode about it.

She's no one to Gaode, so there's no need for her to do this thankless task. Reality will teach Gaode a lesson.

The two then walked towards the outer academy while talking, during which Sadie gave God a detailed introduction to the Mutual Aid Association and the Lion Society.

On the mutual aid association's side, the chairman is Xi Lei, who is currently ranked second in total credits in the Department of Magic.

According to Sadie, Siree has been in the late stage of the first-circle mage for many years and can break through to the second-circle mage at any time.

He's deliberately suppressing his mage level just to awaken a more powerful specialization.

There are two vice chairpersons, one of whom is the top student in the potion department.

The other is Leo, the chief student of the Basic Knowledge Department.

Meanwhile, the chairman of the Lion Club is now the top student in the Spells Department, Melly Fritz.

However, this person has already broken through to the 2nd Ring Mage level and will graduate from Seres Academy this academic year.

The two vice-presidents below are Gerry Harrell, the top student in the Alchemy Department, and Jura Saarinen, who ranks third in total credits in the Spells Department.

Sadie also made a special mention that Donnie Erther, the current top student of the Rune system, is also a member of the Lion Clan.

"Your mentor is Master Hoshi, the chief mentor of the Rune Arts Department."

"Although, in theory, it would take you at least four or five years to surpass him in the field of runic literature."

"But regardless, you're always his potential competitor, so he might target you. Be careful."

"Thank you for reminding me, I will pay attention."

They didn't say goodbye until they left the back of the mountain.

"Senior Sister Sadie, before entering the academy, I was a repair craftsman. If anyone in the mutual aid society needs to repair extraordinary items, you can come to me for a try. I charge 80% of the market price," Gao De casually mentioned.

The economy is tight right now, so every penny we can earn is precious.

"I didn't know you could do that. Okay, I understand. I'll inform the other members of the mutual aid group."

After watching God leave, Sadie shook her head and then walked towards the Potions Department.

"You value this freshman that much?" I had only taken a few steps when a figure followed me from behind.

"Among this year's freshmen, besides Yulan and Gerica, he should be the one with the highest potential," Sadie said.

"You know perfectly well that Master He west specially applied for an exemption from the 'Spellbook of Talismans' course for him. If he didn't have a certain talent in spellbook of talismans, why would Master He west have gone to such lengths?"

"If Runeology can follow Master Hoshi and learn rune construction, then after you and me, he should be the one to take over the Mutual Aid Society."

"Why not Yulan?" asked Leo, who had a square face and was also wearing a student uniform robe.

"With Yulan's talent, he might graduate even earlier than us," Sadie said helplessly, spreading her hands.

"That's true," Leo murmured.

Without much resources and without drinking the Ascension Water, Yulan became a 1st Ring Mage at this age. Once he enters the Seres Academy, wouldn't that be like a fish leaping into the sea?

"Yeah, this Gaode seems a bit arrogant and doesn't know his place?" Sadie hesitated for a moment, but still brought up what Gaode had just said.

"It's alright, it's not a big problem. Once the school year ends and he hits a wall, his arrogance will naturally disappear." Leo said calmly.

"I'm just worried that he'll miss this opportunity and won't have enough weight when he applies for the Ascension Water."

"People always have to suffer a bit before they learn to humble themselves. Besides, if what you say is true, and he has the opportunity to master rune construction, why would he be afraid of not obtaining the Ascending Water?"

"If he doesn't have the ability, what's the point of us helping him apply for the Water of Ascension? The Mutual Aid Association isn't something an ordinary 1st Ring mage can handle."

Hearing this, Sadie nodded in agreement and said no more.

(End of this chapter)