Following their idea, Julius entered various alchemy workshops to propose his services. However, he and Adam forgot to consider a small... but glaring detail—one that the workshop owners didn't fail to remind them of.
"Pah! A kid still wet behind the ears around my materials and precious utensils? Do you think I run one of these playing grounds? Get lost!"
"I don't have time for a brat's shenanigans. I'm running a business, for god's sake! Get the hell out if you're not buying anything!"
"Hahaha. Do the college deliver alchemist certifications to toddlers nowadays? At least you brightened my night with your delightful joke."
Julius walked out of the last store, his face red and lips quivering. He was so tall and well-built. Unfortunately, he knew his innocent hazel eyes and youthful features betrayed him. Though he felt torn between shame and frustration, his emotions were nothing compared to Adam's, who still couldn't digest the last rejection.
