Ron returned to the workshop in high spirits, the successful test filling him with an extraordinary sense of ease.
To be able to directly leap to the third phase of courses meant he could acquire more profound knowledge at a faster pace, which was something he had always yearned for.
"Ailan, I'm back!" he called out cheerfully as he pushed open the workshop door.
The dryad stood quietly in the corner, and upon hearing Ron's voice, she turned slightly. Her leaves gracefully formed characters:
"Congratulations, Master, it seems the test went smoothly."
Ron nodded and hung his robe on the coat rack by the door. "Not bad, they've allowed me to skip directly to the third phase of courses."
As he spoke, he walked over to Ailan and carefully observed this once wholly plant-based unique creature.
In recent days, Ailan's changes had become quite apparent, her body now fully presenting a soft feminine form.
