The Lord Demon King is Unfathomable!

Chapter 1243 368: The Core Secret of the Academic State_4

In most areas of Aus Continent, the lifespan of commoners is below sixty years, and for someone like him who is nearly forty, there are probably not many relatives left at home. His hometown has long ceased to be a place he can return to.

Plus, the journey is long and full of unknown risks; staying under the Mage Tower in Academic State is a better choice.

The masters of the Mage Tower in Academic State aren't nice people, but neither are the knights of Rhode Kingdom.

"Who is your master?"

"James Walli, if you encounter him, please pass on my regards!" Believing the customer doubted his credentials, Alberto smiled broadly and spoke candidly.

James Walli...

Luo Yan's expression turned a bit surprised; the world indeed is small.

Noticing the guest's odd expression, Alberto asked curiously.

"Do you know him?"

"Nothing much, just happened to hear the name... Speaking of which, I'm very curious, I heard in the Academic State that even seventy-year-olds can participate in the apprentice recruitment, so why is there the saying that one must graduate before thirty-five?"

Alberto grinned, as though hearing an amusing joke.

"Sir, those are rules for outsiders to see. How many can live to seventy, and still make it to the snowy plain to participate in the evaluation? But honestly, I think that doesn't matter, don't pity me. Seeing those young lads, I figure even if I try hard, I can't compete with them... better to let them have the opportunity."

His voice carried some self-mockery, but mostly a nonchalant detachment.

Luo Yan could clearly feel that he didn't envy the mages of the Tower of Great Sage much, and perhaps this was related to his master's challenging academic journey.

Unlike Hecajelin who left the Mage Tower with resentment and turned his wand on the commoners, although he didn't graduate officially, he truly graduated from that High Tower here.

Luo Yan was surprised to discover this was the best ending he had seen on his journey here.

"Sir, let's not dwell on past affairs; I doubt you're much interested in my spiritual world. You should tell me what you'd like me to do for you."

Although he wanted to inquire more about James Walli as a master, Luo Yan thought that an apprentice who left the Mage Tower years ago may not know much, so he gladly accepted Alberto's pragmatic suggestion.

He smiled and took out a rolled-up parchment design from his pocket, unfolding it on the workbench filled with parts and tools.

"Can you make this?"

It was a design drawn with intricate charcoal pencil, the main body was a gigantic, nearly spherical canvas bag. Beneath the canvas bag, a large wicker basket, enough to accommodate four or five people, was suspended by thick ropes, and directly below the opening of the canvas bag, a burning fire pit was drawn prominently.

Alberto leaned in closely, curiously studying the design.

First, he showed a trace of admiration for the drawing technique shining in his bright eyes, but soon his brows furrowed tighter.

"Mr. Colin, if I may," he pointed to the center of the design, puzzlingly questioned, "your design... does it have some deep meaning? Placing a burning fire pit beneath a sealed canvas bag, if it's for warmth, I wouldn't recommend trapping heat... that's simply not feasible."

Though he could read the design, he couldn't understand the meaning behind it.

Luo Yan smiled subtly, not explaining the buoyancy principle contained, he merely replied as a client with composure.

"You only need to ensure the canvas is sturdy enough, and make sure the seams are absolutely sealed, also handling the fire safety of the opening with enchantment materials will do. As for the rest, that's my business."

Although Alberto had full of doubts, as a professional craftsman, he was confident in his skills.

Moreover, the design was quite professional, with all parameters clearly marked, evidently drawn by an expert.

With the design as a reference, making it wouldn't be hard.

"No problem!" He patted his chest, heartily accepting the task, "Since you insist on following this design, then let's do it as you require. Though I don't know what you're up to, it's not a big issue, I can manage!"

Pausing a bit, he lowered his voice, cautiously suggesting.

"As for the price... how about 8 gold coins? Just pay a bit in advance, that's how it works on this street."

He had never made such a thing, so he conservatively estimated the price.

"No problem, here's the deposit," Luo Yan readily nodded, placing a gold coin on the table, then continued, "If that's enough, tell me roughly when you'll be done?"

"It's enough! More than enough, sir!"

Alberto gladly received the coin, then used his fingers to measure on the design, quickly estimating the materials and labor time.

"If quick, twenty days, latest next month! I promise to deliver a sturdy and beautiful 'big fellow' for you!"