Half a month passed.
One evening, his enchanted rune stone pulsed with light—a message from Larry.
"Come see me. We need to talk."
Without hesitation, Hutson left his home and made his way to Larry's residence.
The moment he arrived, Larry got straight to the point.
"What are your plans after becoming a full-fledged sorcerer?"
Hutson's eyes narrowed slightly. "A full-fledged sorcerer? What exactly do you mean by plans?"
Larry leaned back in his chair, sipping his coffee. "Will you stay in Moonlight Grove… or leave?"
At that moment, everything became clear.
Upon advancing to full sorcerer status, his current contract would automatically expire. If he wanted to remain in Moonlight Grove, he would need to sign a new contract.
And the choice was not a trivial one.
Staying in Moonlight Grove had undeniable benefits—easy access to potions, spellcasting materials, and magical resources. Leaving would mean losing those conveniences.
But there was a catch.
