Life After Prison

Chapter 1965
Daniella’s question caused the entire area to erupt in a commotion. She was a level nine paragon and a seventh–grade
medium–rank alchemist who held an exceptionally esteemed status within the sect. Countless disciples dreamed of becoming
the apprentice of a powerful figure like her, and many looked at Severin with envy. As jealous as they were of the offer that
Daniella made to Severin, they knew they were not good enough to be worth her attention.
Severin was momentarily taken aback after she made him that offer as soon as she emerged from the Alchemy Tower.
Daniella’s message was crystal clear–she saw potential in Severin’s alchemical talent and wished to take him on as an
apprentice. Such an offer was a thrilling prospect for any ordinary disciples and even some elite disciples. The other five core
disciples might even be tempted by it too.
Unfortunately for Daniella, Severin regarded her tutelage as superfluous after acquiring the knowledge from the Alchemy Tower’s
founder himself. Besides, he was not on good terms with Daniella’s apprentice, Emery, and joining the Sixth Mountain might
make things troublesome for him.
Severin might have considered such a proposal in the past, but it would be pointless for him at that moment. As a sixth–grade
high–rank alchemist, he anticipated becoming a seventh–grade alchemist within the span of a few months.
Having taken all that into consideration, Severin politely declined Daniella’s warm invitation. “Thank you, but I’m more
accustomed to the relaxed lifestyle on Pearl Light Isle. I have no plans to move at the
moment.”
Daniella’s confidence took a great hit when she heard that, and she was thoroughly flabbergasted by his response. She, a level
nine paragon and a seventh–grade high–rank alchemist, faced rejection for the first time in her life. Daniella doubted whether or
not she heard him correctly, but his unwavering expression confirmed her suspicions.
Her expression briefly belied a hint of anger and frustration, but she regained her composure right away. She knew that Severin
had made his mark in the sect, and the nine chimes that rung from the Alchemy Tower would have resonated to every mountain
in the sect. Others would soon try to forge better ties with Severin. While they might not comprehend the significance of reaching
the Alchemy Tower’s seventh floor, the same could not be said for Daniella. As the Alchemy Chamber’s elder and the Sixth
Mountain’s
peak master, she understood just how important it was for an alchemist to make that big leap in progress.

She had attempted the same feat when she was younger, but she failed in her endeavor and remained a seventh–grade
medium–rank alchemist for centuries. To make progress in alchemy, one had to spend time with high–rank alchemists in
Midland or obtain the Alchemy Tower’s knowledge. Those were the only two viable options–the latter being Daniella’s reason for
wanting to mentor Severin.
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Despite his rejection, she responded graciously and said, “I won’t insist then. Should you change your mind, know that you’re
always welcome at the Sixth Mountain.”
Daniella’s composed and magnanimous demeanor contrasted starkly with the surrounding disciples‘ shock at Severin’s refusal.