Bike sighed, "I'm afraid next time we meet, I'll have to address you as Sir, won't I?"
The High-level Apprentice tier in Shadow Tower already represents a group with potential status—after all, reaching this level means being just one step away from completing the ultimate transformation as an apprentice and joining those who truly wield power.
Lynch modestly smiled, "It's just a matter of luck."
Bike shook his head, "It's not just luck."
"As an Immortal Species, I've been here for countless years and have observed numerous apprentices. Some came from nobler backgrounds than you, some had exceptional talents greater than yours, and others were so much smarter."
"But to be honest, you're the most persevering one I've ever seen."
Bike exclaimed, "Sometimes I even wonder whether you're actually an alchemy machine disguised as a human, fueling yourself with a magic crystal to keep running endlessly. Don't you ever get tired?"
