"In truth, I have a high affinity for runes… Soon I will become a Rune Master, and at that point, I will be able to repay the debt with ease—"
Marcus's eyes widened with surprise. The entire area, once filled with whispers and murmurs, became silent. The two lackeys behind Marcus stopped laughing, their mouths slightly open in disbelief.
"Forget the debt. If we win, you will create a custom artifact for each of us three!"
Lian tilted his head slightly as the situation instantly became bizarre. He did not expect such a reaction, but it played in his favor.
He had no idea about the academy's dynamics, but above all, he had no idea that the artifacts sold in the academy had very limited power. They were simple artifacts mass-produced, all standardized for bulk sales.
But custom artifacts were a different story!
That was why the prize for first place in the academy event had caused such a stir.
A custom artifact made by one of the best Rune Masters in the academy!
