The Nine Lotus Academy treasury was silent except for the sound of breathing.
Tony slowly opened his eyes.
The life energy in the treasury room had thinned noticeably because of Heaven Devouring Origin Scripture. Hours of continuous cultivation had drawn it down like water from a well.
Peak Grand Master…!
Tony smiled in satisfaction. Because, now the World Tree blessing was no longer a distant possibility. He was genuinely eligible.
He just needs to wait until the world tree blessing appears.
He exhaled slowly and reached for his communication orb. He tapped at one corner and sent a communication request.
It connected after two rings.
"Malkin."
"Young master." Her voice was crisp despite the late hour— Malkin had never once in nineteen years allowed exhaustion to show in her professional tone. "I was expecting your call."
"What about the herbs…? Report."
