Chapter 42. Dekan's 3rd-Rank Card Maker Certification

The morning sun hung in the sky, and the gentle breeze was filled with the fresh scent of fruits and flowers.

Stepping through the twilight, I walked slowly on campus in my school uniform, a faint smile on my face.

With a peaceful expression, bathed in the morning sunlight, my whole being exuded a sunny disposition.

As I had no classes in the morning, I had signed up for today's 3rd-rank card maker certification exam.

After obtaining a higher-level certification, there would be even better discounts when purchasing various regular materials at the Card Makers' Association.

And the commission rates for consignment and accepting specific requests would also be lowered.

In addition, the Card Makers' Association was also a good place to purchase highly rare materials.

Although my current assets were far from enough to afford a Rank 6 epic material, I could register my purchase intention first.

When I get another good drop from the Shadow World, perhaps I would have enough money to buy it.

Cornelia and I had set the time for our next Shadow World expedition for one month later.

Firstly, there was a cooldown period for entering the Shadow World.

Secondly, I hoped to wait until Cornelia advanced to the fourth rank in the real world before going to the Shadow World.

This would give our destructive power a qualitative leap.

Cornelia had been a bit mysterious these past two days, always running off to a small hill behind the school.

But since she hadn't actively sought my help, I decided not to pry into her privacy.

Although to other students, the two of us seemed inseparable, in reality, we would still often go our separate ways to do our own things.

I would often lock myself in my dorm to make cards, while Cornelia went for combat training every day.

However, Teresia, after hearing that I was going to participate in the 3rd-rank card maker certification, had arranged with me early on to go and observe.

She was one of the few people in the school who knew that I was a card maker.

Teresia had long wanted to see my card-making process.

Also, if I could create any new works, she would have the opportunity to buy them first.

"Good morning, Dekan!"

"Morning, Teresia!"

The two of us met at the agreed spot at the school gate and then walked towards the Card Makers' Association.

I had been gaining some fame in the Royal Capital recently. The story of me and Cornelia rampaging through a Rank 4 Shadow World and defeating the Faceless Man had already spread widely in the Royal Capital.

The school had also produced a highlight reel, but most residents did not have the magic equipment to watch it.

So many people in the Royal Capital had only heard of the name but had not seen the person.

On another note, although my Shadow World clearing process had great entertainment value, some parts of it might... severely affect the school's image.

So the school ultimately decided that my future Shadow World clearing process would only be broadcast internally, and edited recordings would be released to the public.

However, Professor Morgot from the Alchemy Academy still signed a generously conditioned profit-sharing contract with me and Cornelia.

......

About half an hour later, they arrived at the Card Makers' Association, the Norton Kingdom Royal Capital Branch.

Pushing open the heavy solid wood doors, they entered this magnificent and grand building.

The interior of the association looked very simple and ancient. Apart from the clearly divided counter areas, there were not many decorative items, and everything seemed very tidy.

Even though it was still morning, the association was almost bustling with busy staff everywhere. There were also many guests in groups of three or five discussing various topics at the counters, with bursts of hearty laughter from time to time.

"What time does your exam start?"

Teresia asked.

"Ten o'clock. We're a bit early. I plan to register a purchase request and buy some things on the second floor."

I looked at the time; it was just past eight.

"It's fine, I'll take a look too."

The two of us went to the second floor together.

As soon as they arrived on this floor, which looked like a chamber of commerce, their attention was quickly drawn in one direction.

Not far away, a blonde girl, also wearing the Heavenlit Academy uniform, was accompanied by several staff members in high-level deacon uniforms, surrounding her like stars around the moon.

From her uniform, she should be a second-year student from the Alchemy Academy.

Such a scene was generally not common.

Unless her status was particularly noble.

Before I could express my surprise, Teresia had already recognized the blonde girl's identity.

She grabbed my sleeve, seemingly ready to turn and leave.

However, because my and Teresia's uniforms were also quite conspicuous, we just so happened to attract the blonde girl's attention.

"Teresia?"

The noble, elegant, and charming blonde girl looked at Teresia and me with slight surprise.

Teresia sighed secretly.

When she looked at the blonde girl again, her face was already full of smiles, "Your Highness Iris, good morning."

Beside her, I noticed Teresia's subtle attitude and seemed to have discovered something.

This blonde girl was a princess, and a somewhat troublesome person.

"What a coincidence, Teresia!"

Iris had already walked over quickly, looking at Teresia with a smile on her face.

Obviously, she and Teresia were already acquaintances.

"Hmm... is this student Dekan? I didn't expect to see you here. Even my royal brother praised your heroic posture in clearing the Shadow World."

However, Iris quickly turned her attention to me. After all, I had been very famous in the school recently.

"Your Royal Highness, greetings."

I bowed to Iris, a composed smile still on my face.

As expected of the Royal Capital, one could run into such important figures just by going out.

It was really exciting.

"Dekan, you must have come to the association today to sell the materials you obtained in the Shadow World. I can buy them at a high price!"

Iris had already walked up to me and said with a smile.

"Ah, no......"

Before I could finish, Iris nodded thoughtfully, "I understand, you're here to buy third-rank cards. You've just ranked up, it's time to replenish your cards."

I was about to explain something.

Iris continued, "You're so lucky to have met me. I'm a super amazing magic card maker, you know!"

I: “......”

I understood now.

This princess didn't listen to people at all.

She was too assertive.

When I wanted to refuse.

I found Iris looking at me with a proud expression.

As if she was eagerly waiting for me to say, "Please, Your Highness Iris, make a card for me!"

This was truly a bit hard to refuse......

But since she was so confident, her skills should be quite good.

After all, even I wouldn't dare to say that "my card-making skills are super amazing."

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