Ron directly inquired.
"Of course, I want to."
Cassius was unabashed about his thoughts:
"But as the family patriarch, I cannot leave at will.
Especially in this current situation of talent shortage, if I also leave, the whole family operation will encounter problems."
He shook his head with a bitter smile:
"Sometimes I really envy those lone wizards without family burdens, able to freely pursue their own goals."
This honest confession undoubtedly made the distance between the two shrink noticeably.
Ron could understand Cassius's predicament:
As the family leader, he must balance personal development and family responsibilities.
"So, you hope to gain more resources through collaboration with me?"
"Partially so." Cassius nodded in acknowledgment:
"But more importantly, I hope to establish a long-term cooperative relationship with budding stars like you.
