In the palace of Randy within the World Mother Tree.

Herag and two others sat down on the spacious chairs, waiting for Randy's arrival.

A few beautiful elven maidens walked in with trays of enticing-looking fruits and placed a glass of fruit wine in front of each person.

The fruits varied in color, emitting a faint and refreshing fragrance.

The taste of the fruit wine was stronger, with the fresh fruit aroma mixing with the wine, creating a particularly pleasant scent.

"This is truly something good, it helps with the Spiritual Power meditation." Mr. Acorn raised his glass of fruit wine to Herag and the others, then took a sip, looking extremely satisfied.

Herag could see the extraordinariness of the fruit wine without drinking it; it seemed like a magic potion, containing some special energy within.

However, this energy was very mild, with no negative effects upon consumption.

Herag took a sip from his glass, feeling quite good as a warmth spread throughout his body, clearing his mind significantly.

Reese and Asuna also tried it and were very pleased with the taste.

Herag closed his eyes to savor it carefully, noticing that his meditation speed seemed to have increased slightly.

Although not evident, and the effect didn't last long.

But considering it was just a glass of wine and not a magic potion, the effect was quite miraculous.

Herag couldn't help but think that if the effective components that aid in meditation could be extracted from this fruit wine, a corresponding magic potion could be developed.

Mr. Acorn looked at Herag, as if seeing right through his thoughts, and said, "The Elf Plane has many such peculiar products; many things here are beneficial for our wizard training, not only the World Tree. This is also one of the reasons why the Boundary Land is willing to establish trade relations with the Elf Plane, because of these unique resources."

Soon, Randy walked into the palace, followed by several others.

Randy sat down next to Mr. Acorn and said, "Mr. Acorn, my apologies, there were some matters that needed handling, so I'm late. I hope you can forgive me. I heard you brought three friends; they must be these three."

Randy noticed Herag and his companions immediately upon entering, sensing the magical power emanating from them.

Before Mr. Acorn could speak, a delightful and pleasantly surprised voice rang out, "My lord! Why are you here!"

Chatiya, who had been following Randy with her head down in low spirits, hadn't noticed the others in the room.

When she raised her head and saw Herag, Reese, and Asuna, she was momentarily stunned, then eagerly exclaimed aloud.

Chatiya dashed over and fell into Herag's embrace, wrapping her arms tightly around his neck, seemingly afraid he'd run off if she let go.

"Alright, alright, it hasn't been that long since we parted," Herag comforted.

All eyes in the room turned to them, Mr. Acorn appeared thoughtful, and Randy's expression was somewhat odd, to say the least.

The elven guards at the door had their longswords almost drawn.

If Randy hadn't given the order, they might have already attacked Herag with their swords.

After all, Chatiya is a princess of the Elf Royal Family, how could a human like Herag be so close to her.

Khaled, as the captain of Princess Chatiya's guard team, was clenching his jaw, his hand tightly on his sword hilt.

If it weren't for the special material of the sword, it might have been crushed by his grip.

Chatiya was the most noble and must-be-protected person in his heart, and now she was so intimate with a human, of all things.

Khaled felt the rush of blood to his head, barely restraining the urge to thrust his sword into the man in front of him.

"This must be the wizard who took care of Chatiya on the Wizard Plane?" Randy quickly regained composure, his expression serene as he asked.

Judging by Chatiya's reaction, he quickly identified the man's identity.

Randy was somewhat puzzled: hadn't all the wizards from the Wizard Plane already withdrawn? How was one here?

Even stranger was that this wizard was accompanying Mr. Acorn.

The Boundary Land had no relations with the Wizard Plane, baffling indeed.

"Uh, hello, Uncle Randy, my name is Herag, from the Wizard Plane, and I am about to join the Sixth Ring Tower as a Level 2 Wizard," Herag said, disentangling himself from Chatiya and stood up.

"Uncle..." Randy's expression stiffened, an inexplicable pinch in his heart.

Herag intentionally mentioned the Sixth Ring Tower to bolster his position and minimize unnecessary trouble.

Chatiya held Herag's hand joyfully and said to Randy, "Father, the lord was so good to me on the Wizard Plane. He's a good person, you must reward him well! I think that World Tree branch you've treasured for so long would be perfect for him."

Randy's face was expressionless, lost in thought.

Herag quickly said, "There's no need for rewards. I'm just here with Mr. Acorn and will soon head to the Boundary Land."

Chatiya tiptoed and whispered in Herag's ear, "My lord, that World Tree branch is a treasure, it's the earliest fallen branch of the World Mother Tree, perfect for making a magic staff."

Even though Chatiya spoke softly, everyone in the room, with their keen hearing, heard her clearly.

Randy felt as if another dagger stabbed his heart, not out of reluctance to part with the branch, but lamenting that girls grow up and can't be held back.

Mr. Acorn chuckled, "Herag is indeed a wizard from the Wizard Plane and is about to become part of our Sixth Ring Tower. As for his relationship with Princess Chatiya, I was unaware. By the way, due to some special reasons, I need to depart earlier, approximately in five days."

Mr. Acorn hadn't expected that Herag was the wizard who brought Chatiya back; quite the coincidence indeed.

"Leaving in five days? Mr. Acorn could stay a little longer," Randy tried to persuade.

Mr. Acorn replied, "There's no need; there's always time in the future. Once trade is officially established between the Boundary Land and the Elf Plane, I can come anytime. For now, I have important matters to handle back home, and I've already imposed upon you during this visit."

Randy said, "Since that's the case, let's finalize our discussions over these remaining days. I'll make sure to prepare the best wine for your next visit, Mr. Acorn."

While they were discussing, Chatiya ran over to catch up with Asuna and Reese as well.

Especially Asuna, who had taken on the role of an elder sister on the Wizard Plane, caring for Chatiya in many ways and building a great rapport with her.

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