Yet, Zich didn’t move urgently like someone about to face a battle—he looked as if he was finally getting ready to move. Thus, his companions didn’t move hastily either, and there was enough time for Walwiss to ask, “What is a Brushel System? There were other keywords that stirred my curiosity too.”

“It’s better if you don’t know what they are. If it’s you, I’m sure the moment you learn what they are, you wouldn’t be able to sleep again as they would occupy your every waking moment.”

“That makes me even more curious!” Walwiss shouted, but Zich coldly shook his head.

“I can’t tell you anything. Whatever they are, I will soon destroy them. So, there’s no need for you to concern yourself about them anymore.”

Zich gave Walwiss no room to ask any more questions, and knowing Zich’s personality, Walwiss knew there was no way that Zich would go back on his words after speaking so firmly about the matter. Although curiosity was one of the most important things that a mage could have, there were things one shouldn’t dare to venture further into. Walwiss knew this very well as an experienced mage, and he dropped the topic.

“What is that ring? Is that...