After Kevin took the letter, he only glanced at the signature on it, and threw it into his bag without even opening it. Instead, he sweated profusely as he listened to what had happened, and cursed the fat man over and over again in his heart. There will be a heavy reward after the deed is done, and Mage Kevin's assistant? How dare he think of letting such a demon be my assistant …
The two chatted for a while, and were about to walk into the banquet hall when they were recognized by the sharp-eyed Castellan.
"Good evening, Mage Kevin!" The smile on Isaac's face was very cordial. After greeting Kevin, he was slightly puzzled. "Why isn't President Gerian here?"
"I'm really sorry, Castellan. Something has happened in the guild, and President Gerian is needed to deal with it. I'm afraid he won't be able to make it to the banquet today."
"That's a pity." The Castellan's expression was sorrowful, but he was secretly pleased. If that old fellow didn't come, he wouldn't have to awkwardly call him Uncle Gerian. After returning from the Guild of Magic, Isaac didn't know how many times he regretted it. Of all the things he could have said to that old fellow, he had to say that his father had seen him once. That was simply courting death …
When Isaac's gaze fell on Lin Li, he frowned slightly. The Robe of Wrath was too old. Isaac's frown was not because he felt that Lin Li was a little shabby, but because he felt that this young mage didn't seem to respect him very much. After all, this was the banquet of the Castellan of Jarrosus. Those attending the banquet should dress themselves decently. It seemed a little too casual for this young mage to attend the banquet in an old mage's robe …
But Isaac was, after all, a figure who had been in the Castellan's high position for a long time. Although he was a little unhappy, he still put on a warm and gentle smile on his face.
"Then this is …"
"This is Mage Felic from the Guild of Magic."
"…" The smile on the Castellan's face suddenly froze. Felic from the Guild of Magic had become a legendary figure in Jarrosus since the battle between Gerian and Old Merlin. Even Isaac, the Castellan, had not thought that he would personally attend this banquet. He had never thought that the legendary potion master, who had single-handedly directed the million-gold auction, would be a young mage in his twenties wearing an old mage robe.
However, Isaac was, after all, composed. Although his heart was in turmoil, he did not lose his composure. His smile stiffened, and he extended his hand enthusiastically. "Welcome, welcome. I didn't expect to be able to invite such an honorable guest, Mage Felic."
"City Lord, you flatter me."
Isaac was so excited that he couldn't be bothered to entertain the guests in the garden anymore. While expressing his admiration for Lin Li, he warmly invited the two of them into the banquet hall.
Because the guests were a little far away, they did not hear Kevin's introduction clearly. Although they found Isaac's unusual enthusiasm, they did not take it to heart. They only thought that the castellan was like them, hoping to build a relationship with the Guild of Magic. That was why he valued the two young mages sent by the Guild of Magic so much.
The Castellan Mansion had obviously put in a lot of effort for this banquet.
The spacious banquet hall was as bright as day under the twelve crystal chandeliers on the ceiling. The floor was covered with a thick red carpet, which looked extraordinarily gorgeous under the crystal lights. When Lin Li walked into the hall, he felt that the surroundings were resplendent and full of luxury. From time to time, handsome young waiters would walk through the hall with wine trays, and beautiful maids would flutter between the tables like butterflies.
Lin Li was not used to attending such a banquet for the first time. Moreover, he did not have many acquaintances at the banquet. He chatted with the castellan with a reserved expression, but most of it was about unimportant matters.
For example, he left the auction in a hurry last time, and did not have time to greet Mage Felic. He was really apologetic and so on …
For example, how could Mage Felic have such a high level of attainment in pharmaceutics at such a young age? This made Lin Li's head swell. Yet, he could not tell him that he had spent countless gold coins and a Scroll of Wishes to become a Guru of all five elements. He had relied on money to pave the way. If he had money, he could do it too …
In addition, there were guests coming up to greet him from time to time. They were either dragging the castellan to talk about some confidential matters or trying to build a relationship with the Guild of Magic. Lin Li was a little bored after a while, so he simply found an excuse to excuse himself to Isaac. He took a glass of red wine from the maid's tray and hid in a secluded place.
After leaving the banquet and hiding in a secluded corner, he had the interest to observe the guests.
Most of the people attending the banquet were celebrities of Jarrosus. Other than the people from the 17 forces, there were also many wealthy businessmen and celebrities. At this time, all the men and women were dressed immaculately and radiantly. They were like butterflies fluttering in the banquet hall, and it looked very lively.
The people from the 17 forces were obviously the protagonists of the banquet.
For example, the former owner of the deep silver necklace, the patriarch of the Rolin Family, was also in the banquet. When Lin Li saw him, he was surrounded by at least five or six guests, and they were blatantly fawning on him.
That Mr. Anthony Rolin seemed to enjoy this feeling as well. He was talking incessantly while surrounded by a few guests, and his expression was full of pride. At first glance, Lin Li really didn't recognize him. How was he like the Rolin Family patriarch who had asked Gerian to appraise him in fear yesterday?
His gaze moved away from Mr. Anthony, and he saw a familiar person walking into the banquet hall.
It was the red-haired beauty he had seen at Ina's house!
Lin Li's eyes widened as soon as he saw the fiery long hair. He had never thought that he would see this woman at the Castellan's Mansion banquet.
And this red-haired beauty seemed to have a close relationship with the Castellan. As soon as she entered the hall, she held Isaac's arm affectionately, looking a little coquettish. Isaac also seemed to dote on her, and his expression was unusually kind, just like the way Gerian had looked at him.
Seeing this scene, Lin Li was even more confused.
McGrenn and his daughter could be said to be the lowest level of adventurers. A reward of dozens of gold coins was enough for them to risk their lives in the Sunset Mountains. And the red-haired beauty had a close relationship with the Castellan, and most likely had some kinship. Their identities were worlds apart. How did she know McGrenn and his daughter?
Just as he was feeling puzzled, he suddenly saw Isaac bringing the red-haired beauty, and seemed to be walking towards where he was sitting.
For a moment, Lin Li was a little hesitant. To be honest, he did not really want to see this woman called Rowling.
Unfortunately, no matter how much he did not want to see her, the Castellan had brought her here anyway.
After getting closer, Rowling also saw Lin Li in the corner. Recalling what happened at Ina's house the other day, she could not help but show some embarrassment on her pretty face.
"Mr. Felic, why are you sitting here alone? Are you blaming Isaac for not serving you well?"
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