The speaker was naturally an acquaintance—Miller Blake, the captain of that exploration team at the time.
He had typical explorer features:
A muscular build, skin slightly roughened from prolonged exposure to the Abyssal environment, and noticeable scaling marks on his right arm.
In stark contrast to the cautious detachment of the researchers, his demeanor was much more direct.
"Wizard Ralph!" Miller strode over with a radiant smile:
"I heard you're now the deputy of the New Star Plan? My god, that's incredible!"
His enthusiasm drew the glances of the nearby researchers, but Miller clearly didn't care about those looks.
"I've always said, a genius like you would eventually be acknowledged by those above!"
Miller's tone was full of flattery:
"Now look, you've directly become one of Cassandra Tower Master's people!"
This statement made Ron a bit uncomfortable, but he did not voice any objections.
