Seeing Shard not answering, Old John did not continue to inquire:
"But you also know, several hundred pounds sounds like a lot, but in reality, it's just the entry threshold for crafting alchemical weapons. If you truly possess a powerful relic arrow, I would still advise you, just like last time, to take out your savings and acquire a truly powerful alchemical item for yourself."
Because relic weapons are often expensive and hard to come by, most Circle Sorcerers proficient in weaponry typically use alchemical weapons. Old John's advice at this time wasn't driven by a desire to earn Shard's gold pounds; he was genuinely advising him:
"Gold pounds are earned to be spent, listen to me, young man, manufacturing a crossbow that could be used for over ten years at a cost of tens of thousands of pounds is a worthwhile investment. Of course, it would be even more cost-effective if I helped with the manufacturing."
