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Chapter 303 Goodbye Carlos
Chapter 303 Goodbye Carlos
"Faction Leader, please don't say that," Li Ang interrupted him, his tone sincere. "I believe that if you had known the truth earlier, even if Avalon were a den of dragons and tigers, you would have done everything in your power to save Mentor Eve. You were just—deceived, and it's not your fault."
Carlos stared blankly at Li Ang, the pain in his eyes easing slightly. He slowly walked back to his seat and sat down as if he had exhausted all his strength.
"You're a good boy, Li Ang. Much better than me, your incompetent father." He shook his head with a wry smile, then took out a crystal card and a thick, worn leather notebook from his desk drawer.
"I don't have anything to offer in return for your kindness. These 20,000 contribution points are a personal gift to you; please accept them."
He pushed the card in front of Li Ang, then carefully picked up the notebook.
"This notebook has been with me for most of my life. It records all my insights and experiences in potion making from my apprenticeship to the present, as well as some exclusive recipes that I have figured out on my own and have never revealed before. I hope that what's in it can help you on your future path."
Li Ang was deeply moved. The lifelong alchemy experience of a fifth-level wizard was far more valuable than contribution points. It was not just a notebook, but a gift from an apothecary without reservation.
He accepted the notebook and contribution point card with both hands, bowed deeply, and said, "Thank you, Faction Leader. I will use this gift wisely and will not let you down."
A relieved smile finally appeared on Carlos's face. He waved his hand and changed the subject: "Alright, let's not talk about that anymore. As you probably know, the Alliance Innovation Competition will officially begin soon. Your 'Dragon Power Potion' was submitted as a nominated work for our Lelita team six months ago. As the main developer of this potion, as is customary, you will need to accompany the team to the event and participate in some aspects."
Li Ang nodded, then said, "Yes, Faction Leader. However, Deacon Seronster also informed me that I need to participate in the Alliance Friendly Match held at the same time. Will there be any scheduling conflict?"
"Conflict is inevitable," Carlos stroked his beard. "But it's alright. The innovation competition is a long process. You don't need to be present for the judging, Q&A, and presentation stages. Let the other members of your research group handle that. You only need to show up at the final awards ceremony. With the effects of the 'Dragon Power Potion,' making it to the final round shouldn't be a problem."
He paused, as if suddenly remembering something: "Oh, right, I heard—you also independently developed an amazing 'limb regeneration agent'?"
"Yes," Li Ang readily admitted, "the potion's effectiveness has been proven through extensive testing."
"Do you have any samples on hand? Could I take a look?" Carlos asked curiously.
Li Ang took out a sealed crystal bottle from the [High-Level Space Ring], inside which rippled a green liquid as clear as jade and full of vitality.
Carlos took the bottle, carefully uncorked it, brought it close to his nose to inhale, and then used his fingertip to release an extremely faint wisp of medicinal aroma, closing his eyes to sense it for a long time. When he opened his eyes again, his face was filled with amazement.
"Incredible—truly incredible!" he exclaimed repeatedly. "In my opinion, the innovation and practicality of this potion even surpasses the 'Dragon's Power Potion.' This is a masterpiece that can change the fate of countless people!"
He looked at Li Ang, his eyes gleaming: "Li Ang, I'd like to submit this potion as well, as our second entry for the competition. Double insurance, and let those old fogies in the Alliance see what kind of genius our Potions School has produced!"
Li Ang was somewhat surprised: "Is it still possible to submit now? The centralized registration period has long since passed, hasn't it?"
Carlos chuckled, a hint of his usual sly confidence returning to his face: "The Alliance always reserves special slots for outstanding works that miss the centralized registration period. Leave this to me, don't worry. I'll keep the samples for filing and preliminary testing."
"Then I'll have to trouble the faction leader."
After leaving Carlos's office, he didn't linger and went straight to Harris and Maya.
Outside the classroom, Li Ang explained the situation. Upon hearing that she would be representing Lelita in the Alliance Innovation Competition, Maya immediately jumped up excitedly: "Really? That's great! I'm going crazy from being in class every day lately!"
Harris appeared much more composed, but the gleam in his eyes betrayed his inner excitement. To be present at the Alliance's highest-level academic event was a dream come true for any wizard dedicated to their research.
"Wizard Leon, don't worry, leave the presentation and Q&A sessions to us!" Harris assured him, patting his chest.
"Her Majesty Sandra and I will explain the advantages of the 'Dragon Power Potion' very clearly!"
After explaining the departure time to the two, Li Ang remembered a small matter. He returned to his dormitory, summoned Nelson, and instructed him, "Nelson, go to the glass workshop where I ordered the syringes before, and find that old craftsman to order ten crystal syringes according to the original specifications."
He left the specially made syringes, along with a large batch of finished medicines, in the Royal Workshop in Ironforge for the treatment of dwarf patients.
Without a suitable syringe, the limb regeneration agent cannot work perfectly. Since it may be showcased at an innovation competition, a new one must be prepared.
"Yes, sir, I'll go right away." Nelson accepted the order and immediately turned and left.
In the days that followed, in addition to his unwavering meditation and occasional coaching of the team members, Li Ang began another preparation.
Since this significantly expanded floating workshop will serve as the mobile base and mode of transportation for the First Special Operations Group for the long term, it is something he, as the team leader, should consider in order to make the team members' living conditions more comfortable.
He shared this idea with everyone and said he would set aside some money so that everyone could purchase some personal daily necessities to add to the workshop.
Maya was the first to shake her head, hands on her hips: "Li Angqing, that's not right. Although I'm also a member of the group, in name, you are still my chief knight, chief pharmacist, and chief consultant. How can a monarch spend the money of his subjects? Besides, I have just as many gold coins as you!" She patted the small leather pouch at her waist, looking smug.
Li Ang smiled and didn't stand on ceremony with her.
Olivia looked at the bag of glittering gold coins in Li Ang's hand, a struggle flashing in her red vertical pupils, but in the end, her possessiveness for the shiny object overwhelmed everything.