Of course.
By that time, this young lad should officially transition to my tutelage as an assistant.
After all, seeing my apprentice suddenly break through the bottleneck, even that fool Hector should finally realize what's going on.
For valuable talent, Arist not only won't exploit them but will also retain them, all while holding leverage over them and helping them rise to a position no less than Hector's.
This is a tacit understanding.
It's one of the reasons why he maintains the old business of "destiny adjustment"—the benefits it brings extend far beyond mere gold coins.
He and Skein are both seasoned, savvy men tested by the profound complexities of the Academic State, and smart individuals always have an understanding of the cards each other holds.
"...Lastly, Professor Hector promised to secure access to the 'Void Realm' for Prince Colin as a settlement for this incident."
After reporting the last word, Skein stood with hands down and did not speak further.
