The magic cards I made are absolutely flawless!

My dream is to create the most beautiful wife card.

No, I mean, a legendary red card.

Just thinking about the future filled with extravagance and surrounded by girls makes me want to indulge in a life of luxury.

So pleasant, so very pleasant.

Pygmalion was right.

The only thing that made Dekan a little unhappy was that the traveling merchant had actually bought the group of bandit goblins from him for 100 coins each!

It's said that this card has increased in value to over 2 gold coins in the capital.

The unscrupulous merchant told him, "This card is very ordinary, only slightly better than a plain goblin."

His teacher often said: What kind of garbage are the magic cards you make?

So Dekan actually believed it at that time.

The more I think about it, the angrier I get!

They actually tricked this innocent and kind-hearted boy!

Theresa was truly sincere and upright.

To avoid ruining his good mood, Dekan decided to think about happy things.

He couldn't resist taking out a magic card, and the moment the card appeared in the shop, it was as if the whole little house lit up a bit.

The card surface rippled gently, emitting layers of hazy, flowing orange light.

"Luckily, I didn't sell this card to that unscrupulous merchant. I've only ever made one epic card like this."

Dekan smiled smugly, admiring his masterpiece.

003 Dekan embarked on his journey

As leaves fall, the land of the Kuran border region begins to be draped in a deep golden hue.

With one month left before the start of the school term, Dekan and Theresa set off from the border.

It takes about a week to travel to the capital by carriage.

In fact, you only need to arrive before the entrance exam two weeks before the start of the semester. However, if the timing is too tight, every year during the semester, the area around the capital will be filled with the spectacle of various lords vying to make their way there.

Waiting in line is such a waste of time.

Moreover, Dekan wanted to arrive in the capital as soon as possible to do other things, so he decided to set off as soon as possible.

"Little Dekan, you've grown up!"

The mother, seeing her son off, was in tears.

"Son, when you go to the capital and get into a fight, remember to hold back. Stop thinking about those unlucky cards you have! Think about Da Zhuang next door, he's still a bit delirious from all the beatings you've given him."

The father couldn't hide the pride on his face, but his words were full of worry.

Quite a few adventurers in town have been tormented by Dekan.

He was very worried that Dekan would be imprisoned in the capital prison before he even graduated.

Dekan nodded perfunctorily, which made his father even more worried.

"Don't use those spell cards at school, especially [Hypnotic Gas], [Poisonous Spikes], and [Hydrogen Explosion], plus your equipment and summons, people will mistake you for a cult priest!"

My father repeatedly instructed me.

"Don't worry, don't worry, I know how to control my strength now! Also, I left 30 gold coins in the counter."

Dekan smiled helplessly.

"Bon Voyage!"

"Then I'm off."

After saying goodbye, Dekan climbed into the carriage.

From now on, Dekan will be living in a dormitory at the academy.

Tuition and miscellaneous fees are all paid by the kingdom, so there are almost no items that require personal payment. In addition, one can use many advanced facilities and resources in the academy for free, which is the point that Dekan values ​​most.

Earning one gold coin doesn't mean you've actually earned one gold coin.

Saving a gold coin means you've actually earned a gold coin!

Being thrifty and diligent in managing your household is the first step to becoming wealthy!

Of course, if Dekan wants to get rich, he will need a lot of start-up capital.

It would be great if I could take over a small shop in the capital.

Creating "sister cards" requires a lot of capital! You need to become a higher-level card maker!

Having a dream gives me a lot of motivation!

The journey ahead would last nearly a week, and to alleviate his loneliness, Dekan brought many books.

In addition, Dekan has also investigated the famous tourist spots along the way, so you can stop and check them out when you pass by.

Anyway, the trip started off surprisingly well.

This was Dekan's first time traveling far from home.

Although he had left the town before, he had only ever gone to the big cities on the border for sightseeing and shopping.

The conversation with Theresa along the way was quite pleasant, but they couldn't talk all the time. Most of the time, they were just staring blankly at the scenery outside the window, as unfamiliar yet beautiful views came into view.

Everything was new – that phrase encapsulates Dekan's journey.

Even if nothing happens for a week, I probably won't get bored.

Who says you have to encounter monster attacks, bandit ambushes, or hero rescues on your journey?

simple is the best.

After all, the kingdom has a very good security situation, and you will basically not encounter the above-mentioned situations.

When they first started sharing a ride, perhaps due to some politeness or awkwardness, neither of them described their personal situations in detail.

However, they were of similar age and had cheerful personalities. After living together for five days, Theresa became familiar with Dekan and naturally let down her guard, happily chatting about their families.

Theresa is a young lady from an earl's family. Her parents have passed away, and her family is on the verge of decline. Now she is working hard to revitalize her family.

Dekan, on the other hand, doesn't have as many worries.

Their family doesn't rely on farming for a living, so even if there are occasional natural disasters, they can still save some money.

Life was neither particularly affluent nor impoverished, but it was enough to be self-sufficient and have enough to eat and wear.

The rulers of the Kuran border territory are also very kind. Not only are the taxes low, but after natural disasters, they also reduce or exempt taxes for several years for the affected areas and provide assistance.

......

The sun was high in the sky, and a dry, comfortable breeze was blowing.

Theresa rested her chin on her hand, leaning against the windowsill and gazing at the scenery outside.

"So, Dekan, what do you want to do after graduation? Go back to your hometown or take a position in the capital?"

She asked Dekan, her eyes reflecting the gentle breeze blowing in from the window.

"My current idea is to become a businessman. But the future is unpredictable; it's always beyond our control. I just want to live a more carefree and enjoyable life in the present."

Dekan closed the book in his hand, put it aside, and answered with a smile.

Theresa nodded, seemingly agreeing with Dekan's philosophy of life.

"And you, Theresa?"

"He must be working in the capital, constantly conquering the Shadow World."

Theresa replied.

"But Theresa, isn't conquering the Shadow World quite dangerous?"

In Dekan's understanding, the "Shadow World" is a copy.

It will appear without warning at the fixed entrance to this world.

"If the Shadow World is left unattended or fails to be conquered, it will cause a natural disaster somewhere in the world."

“I have personally witnessed the natural disasters that have struck the territory, which is indirectly related to the later decline of our family.”

"From that moment on, I vowed to dedicate myself to completing the Shadow World. Most importantly, I no longer wanted to see ordinary people suffer that kind of irresistible harm."

Theresa's voice was much lower, and her tone carried an undeniable sadness.

“You are just like our Lord of Kuran Territory, a fine nobleman. I like people like you very much.”

Dekan gave Theresa a few candies.

These are his favorite fruit gummies.

Dekan quickly added, "Don't worry, once I become a card-making master, I'll definitely create top-tier magic cards for you, and I'll even give you a super friendly price!"

He genuinely admired Theresa.

After all, conquering the Shadow World is life-threatening.

The only thing he could do to help Theresa was to create magic cards.

No weapons, clothing, or ordinary props can be brought into the Shadow World.

Besides—magic cards that are bound to the soul.

This is why magic cards have become the mainstream combat item in this world.

It plays a crucial role in conquering the Shadow World!

Fortunately, Dekan has some talent for card making, so he won't end up sleeping on the streets of the capital.

"Thank you, Dekan. However, the world of film can also bring me fame and fortune, which is a good way to revitalize the family!"

Theresa laughed happily.

This surprised Dekan.