For Misu, the most important role of this thing is just to improve wizard qualifications; longevity is actually not the most important.
Following Herag, she will eventually be promoted to a Level 2 Wizard, completely unconcerned about aging due to lack of longevity.
After Emil and Melissa realized that this thing was really nothing for Herag, they cautiously accepted the World Tree Juice.
Herag said, "Think of this as no more precious than a candy; just eat it directly."
Only then did Emil and the others consume the World Tree Juice.
Emil, Melissa, and their two daughters each consumed a portion of World Tree Juice, while Eric and the others would have to wait, as Herag didn't have any stock left for now.
The World Tree Juice from the last haul from Miracle Valley was completely used up this time.
Eric and Emil's three sons all let their two sisters have it first; they weren't in a hurry.
Herag said, "I'll take a trip to the Elf Plane later and bring some more back; everyone will have a share."
Seeing Herag treat this like a specialty product, casually bringing it back from another world.
Eric and the younger generation all admired Herag greatly.
Even the legendary stories told by wandering poets weren't as extraordinary as Herag's personal experiences.
Herag was also very easy-going, answering all of Eric and the others' questions readily, as the children were evidently more interested in the wondrous Wizard World.
Melissa occasionally checked her face with a mirror after consuming the World Tree Juice, as if checking whether she looked younger.
Herag explained, "There will be a process; it will take about a month."
He had given Erza World Tree Juice before, and according to her, it took about a month before she completely returned to a youthful appearance.
Herag spent the next half month not going anywhere, just spending time with Emil's family, playing, living, and getting along very harmoniously.
The common people of Swan City only knew that Emil's family had a visiting relative who had been away for many years and were unaware of Herag's specific identity, and Emil and the others naturally would not disclose it.
However, the big figures in Swan City were different and naturally noticed the commotion at Emil's place.
In the City Lord's Mansion of Swan City, the City Lord was a potbellied middle-aged man named Kana.
Once Kana learned that a wizard was visiting Emil's place, he couldn't sit still and hurried over with gifts to pay a visit.
For Kana, even a wizard apprentice would be a big deal, not to mention an Official Wizard.
Herag chose to meet Kana, who was usually imposing, but now stood in front of Herag, trembling with nervousness.
"Is there something you need?" Herag asked.
"Honorable one, with your esteemed presence in Swan City, Kana naturally had to visit, though I am late and hope for your forgiveness," Kana said humbly.
Herag nodded noncommittally and asked, "Does the Norton Kingdom's royal family still hold authority now?"
Kana was stunned for a moment and then broke into a cold sweat; such a question he could not dare to answer.
Herag continued, "Speak freely, there's no one else here, I just want to understand."
Kana hesitated for a moment and said, "Nowadays, King Raymond is young and strong, and has a strong hold over the kingdom, capable of making decisions on many matters."
Herag nodded, "That's good, I'll go have a chat with him."
"I can report up; His Majesty would probably come in person, so you wouldn't need to make the trip," Kana offered.
Herag shook his head, "That would be too slow; it would take too long for him to come here."
Swan City was very far from the Norton Kingdom's capital, at least a half-year journey; waiting half a year for a King was impossible.
The reason Herag wanted to see the King of the Norton Kingdom was simple: to reclaim Dur Valley.
Though it could be done with force, that would leave many residual issues, and it was necessary to avoid leaving hidden dangers for Emil's family, requiring careful handling.
The best way, of course, was to start with the Norton Kingdom's royal family, and since the royal family currently had a good grip on the kingdom, these issues could be resolved through official channels.
Herag decided quickly, and in a mere flash, he appeared hundreds of kilometers away, reaching the Norton Kingdom's capital in just a few leaps.
The capital was indeed prosperous, bustling with people and carriages on its wide streets.
Herag immediately saw where the Imperial Palace was, and after entering, he found the King after some searching.
The King of the Norton Kingdom, King Raymond, was indeed very young, appearing only about thirty, and had only taken over this vast kingdom a few years ago.
After the previous King passed away, Raymond succeeded and promptly initiated sweeping reforms, affecting many interests.
This process naturally faced many obstacles, but Raymond had long been preparing for this day, holding powerful military strength, even supported by wizards from the Kala Continent.
With such formidable strength, any resistance was in vain.
Heads rolled, quelling all opposing voices.
Under Raymond's strong means, the royal family quickly regained control over most areas of the kingdom, at least on the surface, all parties were compliant.
Raymond was in his room handling state affairs, with two tall stacks of documents on his desk.
These were documents from all over the Norton Kingdom, concerning all sorts of matters, most of which Raymond personally reviewed.
With so many affairs in the whole kingdom, most needing attention, the workload was naturally enormous, keeping Raymond busy from morning to night.
Fortunately, he was young and also a strong figure at the Great Knight Level, so he could manage.
Physically, there were no problems, only a bit of mental fatigue.
Raymond had been different from others since childhood, showing maturity beyond his peers.
Knowing he would one day sit on this throne, he made many preparations.
He studied, trained his body, practiced knighthood, and even tried to practice Wizard Meditation but had to abandon it due to lack of aptitude.
As he built his own power, he also strove to become strong enough himself.
Raymond, holding a feather pen, was quickly noting corrections on parchment, when he suddenly sensed another person in the room.
The hand holding the pen paused, not panicking or calling for guards, but calmly turning to look at the man who suddenly appeared in the room.
"Sir, what can I do for you?" Raymond asked.
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