'Second sequence, so this Seflin ranks just below Hussein in the Blood Curse Court,' Locke pondered. 'The curse this guy developed is a major headache.'
'Well, I'll deal with it later.'
Speaking of which, the patient afflicted with the Mother-Child Giant Corpse Blood Curse developed by Hussein still hadn't been cured to this day.
At present, they were merely keeping him alive.
Because the academy's higher-ups preferred having First Class Wizard Apprentices within the institution solve this problem rather than having Formal Wizards intervene.
As a result, many outstanding Potionology Assistants from Lilith's Cottage had been frequently visiting this treatment center lately, attempting to resolve the Mother-Child Giant Corpse Blood Curse.
Locke had also considered methods to break the curse, but lacking any clear ideas, he had to set it aside for now.
His expertise in Potionology wasn't as advanced as his progress in Breeding Studies.
Currently, he was still studying at this treatment center, and his Personal Pharmaceutical Room was still under development.
On the third floor of the treatment center, Sophia and Edwin had been observing the treatment outcomes of their three students.
Edwin smiled at Sophia and remarked, "Your student and my two students—one bold and decisive, the other two equally daring—actually managed to solve it with such an unconventional method."
"Sophia, your student shows promise. Though still a bit green in Potionology."
"I think we should let them form a small team freely within this treatment center. This group has potential—it reminds me of my younger days."
Sophia's lips curved slightly. "Still, the students need to find a way to resolve this new curse using pure Magic Potions as soon as possible. Otherwise, the resource drain on Lilith's Cottage will be too severe."
"We can't always have a Breeder assisting Potionology Assistants in treatments."
Sophia then asked Edwin, "Has the patient afflicted with the Mother-Child Giant Corpse Blood Curse still not been cured? This morning, I even saw the approval forms for his potion prescriptions on my desk."
Edwin sighed helplessly. "The academy's higher-ups have forbidden Formal Wizards from handling this curse. However, recently, First Class Wizard Apprentices like Angron, Astrid, and Miranda will be coming."
"These three are practically the most outstanding young Potionology Assistants of Lilith's Cottage in this generation."
"We have to give the younger ones opportunities to practice, don't we? We've all been through this."
Edwin, ever the gossip, chuckled. "Though other Potionology Assistants in our academy are also excellent, these three have the highest chance of resolving Hussein's Mother-Child Giant Corpse Blood Curse."
"Among them, I have the highest hopes for Astrid—she's the most skilled at crafting curse-breaking potions. As for Angron, that kid is too obsessed with his so-called Mental Strength Enhancement Potion. He's stuck in a rut—not necessarily a good thing."
"As for Miranda, she's also quite capable and likely able to break Black Wizard Hussein's curse."
Witch Sophia asked, "What about First Class Wizard Apprentice Albert? Isn't he coming?"
Wizard Edwin looked at Sophia with surprise. "Sophia, don't you know? Albert was your classmate from the same batch, both under the same Wizard Mentor. Yet you're asking me about his schedule?"
"You still haven't reconciled with your Wizard Mentor, Madam Morgana, have you?"
Sophia's expression darkened.
Wizard Edwin's eyes flickered as he attempted persuasion. "Actually, it's just a minor disagreement between you and your mentor. She still considers you her outstanding student. I've heard she continues to follow your progress."
"Madam Morgana is extremely stubborn and old-fashioned. Anything that doesn't align with her values, she's quick to criticize. I heard something about that incident back then, and frankly, I think you did the right thing."
"It was just an improvised solution under difficult circumstances, but Madam Morgana considered it heresy—an extremely dangerous act."
Wizard Edwin continued, "In Madam Morgana's eyes, your last-minute modification of the Magic Potion formula was far too radical. That's why she publicly criticized you and severed ties. Sophia, if I may say, you should just swallow your pride and apologize."
Sophia remained silent.
Perhaps sensing Sophia's rising anger, Wizard Edwin awkwardly changed the subject. "By the way, I noticed your student has reached quite a proficient level with the Magic Resonance Breeding Method—enough to improvise treatments for patients."
"In some ways, his personality resembles yours, Sophia. Is he nearly ready to take the Breeder Certificate exam?"
Sophia's expression softened slightly, a faint smile appearing. "Yes, that child does share many similarities with me. He's remarkably bold—I quite like him."
"His progress in Breeding Studies has been much faster than I anticipated. This year he even signed a centralized procurement contract with the Academy. Edwin, since you're not a Breeder, you wouldn't have noticed."
Wizard Edwin looked at Sophia in surprise. "An Academy Centralized Procurement contract?"
"To display such talent in the Breeder field while still a Breeder Assistant—signing a centralized procurement contract with the Academy." Wizard Edwin mused, "Then he must be preparing to take the Breeder certification exam this year?"
A shadow crossed Wizard Edwin's face. "In that case, I'd advise you not to let him attempt it this year."
In the Formal Wizard's office on the third floor, Witch Sophia looked puzzled at Wizard Edwin. "Why? If his skills are sufficient, he should take it. Even if he fails, it would be valuable experience for next year's attempt."
Wizard Edwin lowered his voice slightly. "It's mainly because this year is different. If he goes now... I fear the impact might be too severe."
"Do you know who's presiding over this year's Breeder certification examination?"
"It's your Wizard Mentor—Madam Morgana... Given your strained relationship and knowing Madam Morgana's temperament, she'll likely tear your student to shreds during the evaluation."
"You also said Locke's personality is quite similar to yours. I suspect that's precisely what Madam Morgana can't stand the most."
Wizard Edwin murmured, "Now Madam Morgana flies into a rage at the slightest mention of anything related to you. No one dares bring you up in her presence. Last time when Advisor Francis tried to get Madam Morgana to contact you, he was thoroughly scolded and humiliated—it was quite the unpleasant scene."
"Or perhaps you could take the initiative to swallow your pride and reconcile with your Wizard Mentor?"
(End of Chapter)