The Wizard: Starting with Infinite Part-Time Jobs

"Indeed, because everyone here is a formal wizard, they are all very busy and can't possibly look after me all the time," Aiden honestly confessed.

Dean Mephisto pinched the beard on his chin with his thumb and forefinger, rubbing it back and forth a couple of times, causing the wrinkles at the corners of his eyes to gather together.

"I can't make that precedent for you right now. Unless you help me complete a task," Dean Mephisto said, stroking his chin.

Although he is usually quite rigid, Aiden's desire to move out on his own is understandable.

Aiden was overjoyed. He had thought Dean Mephisto would be difficult to deal with, but he hadn't expected him to agree so readily.

Although there are still conditions, they are presumably all within his capabilities.

"Do you know about the Illusionary Labyrinth?" Dean Mephisto asked.

Aiden's eyebrows twitched suddenly, and his mouth opened slightly.

He then said, "This is a secret realm. The Illusionary Maze is a small secret realm, containing many rare and precious treasures."

Dean Mephisto drew a circle on the table with his finger, and a light blue map of the secret realm immediately appeared on the table, marked with several red dots.

"That's right, it seems you know quite a bit about it." Dean Mephisto nodded. "This labyrinth is about to open. In the past, only formal wizards were qualified to compete for it, but for some reason, this time, apart from wizard apprentices, no other formal wizards are allowed to enter the illusion labyrinth." He then looked at Aiden with a smile.

"So the Dean wants me to do the work," Aiden said with a wry smile. "Dean, you know I dislike fighting. I can't get my hands dirty; I'm a pure white wizard."

Dean Mephisto leaned forward, resting his elbows on the table, narrowing his eyes, and widening the curve of his lips.

"Child, you can't hide this from me. At the very least, that little girl Annie told me that your archery skills are quite remarkable," Dean Mephisto said with a smile.

"Yeah, the dean found out." Aiden said with a wry smile.

Dean Mephisto's expression turned a little serious.

"In short, this isn't just about satisfying your own need to live elsewhere. Also, as far as I know, this time in the Illusionary Maze, there's a rare and precious material that helped me break through to the second-ring wizard level—the Crystal Ganoderma. I've been searching for it for decades, and this time, news of it has surfaced in the Illusionary Maze." Dean Mephisto paused, then continued, "So you know what I mean? If you can help me get this Crystal Ganoderma, then not only will I owe you a favor, but your small request will also be fulfilled."

As he spoke, Dean Mephisto also took a sip of tea and looked at Aiden with a smile.

Aiden's shoulders slumped slightly.

This dean is a real old fox; he's making himself out to be a laborer.

"Alright. I'd like to know if this illusionary labyrinth is dangerous?"

Aiden gave a wry smile. He knew that Dean Mephisto had clearly set him up for a difficult task.

"It might be somewhat dangerous for an average high-level wizard apprentice. But if you're careful, there shouldn't be any real danger. Kid, I won't make things difficult for you. Although this Crystal Ganoderma is rare, the materials required for each formal wizard's breakthrough are different. As far as I know, not many formal wizards are vying for it," Dean Mephisto continued. "So you just need to get your hands on it; there won't be any fierce competition. Not only that, you can also acquire some rare and precious materials for yourself. You know, in the past, only formal wizards could access this Illusionary Labyrinth." Dean Mephisto said with a smile.

"That's not bad. I can get some rare resources and keep them for myself," Aiden muttered to himself.

Dean Mephisto nestled in his large oak chair, watching Aiden's conflicted expression, a smile creeping onto his lips.

This kid is indeed a hidden talent.

"So, you've made up your mind, child?" Dean Mephisto said with a sly smile, like an old fox.

Aiden was silent for a moment, then nodded.

He stood in front of his desk, his hands unconsciously clenched into fists.

"However, I have one condition, Dean," Aiden said earnestly.

He raised his chin and stared intently at the old man opposite him.

"Haha, what are your conditions, good boy? Just say the word, all the major wizarding organizations in District 147 will get involved." Dean Mephisto crossed his arms over his stomach, looking quite relaxed.

"If I advance to become a second-circle wizard, the points I gain, combined with the points our Rune Academy has accumulated over the years, will be enough to upgrade the organization to a second-circle organization," Dean Mephisto emphasized.

"Therefore, this mission is of paramount importance. Whatever conditions you wish to request, as long as they are reasonable, we can meet them."

The dean spread his hands flat on the table, his smile vanished, and he adopted a serious expression.

"Dean, my condition is that I go alone this time. Too many people would only be a burden," Aiden said with a smile.

"If I act alone, I can get this crystal Ganoderma and then hide; I won't need to protect anyone else," Aiden said earnestly.

He knew the strength of Rune Courtyard; basically, 9% of the wizard apprentices were stuck at the intermediate level, and there were very few advanced wizard apprentices.

He knew all too well what the Rune Courtyard's assets were.

So calling in more people is not as good as doing it yourself, and you'll expose less of your strength.

"That's possible, but are you confident? There are a few decent high-level wizard apprentices in the organization," Dean Mephisto said after a moment's thought, his thick eyebrows furrowing.

"Do they have any hope of breaking through to the first-ring wizard level?" Aiden shook his head.

"No, there's absolutely no hope," Dean Mephisto sighed.

"Then I'll go alone," Aiden said calmly.

I met Lannika, who has ice-type talents, when I went to Witch City.

He then realized that even in the inner ring area, advanced wizard apprentices were still quite strong.

Aiden's mind flashed to Lanica's cold face, her eyes devoid of any emotion.

Lannika is destined to become a full-fledged wizard.

As for himself, he is still struggling in the quagmire of a mid-level wizard apprentice.

In their outer ring area, especially in the remote 147 district, they don't even have a few decent rivals.

In contrast, since his teammates weren't much better off, he might as well take matters into his own hands and try to acquire more resources himself.

Aiden pondered for a moment longer. Those so-called "higher wizard apprentices" in Rune Courtyard wouldn't even qualify as cannon fodder if they were outside.

At the very least, if there's something good, you can keep it all by yourself without having to share it.

"If you're sure, I won't send those prospective high-ranking wizard apprentices. I hope you'll gain something from it." Dean Mephisto nodded.

"No problem." Aiden nodded, responding crisply.