109: Chapter 0109 Smuggling Line

Lina quietly raised her eyes to look at Li Size, her heart surging with emotion—

She never imagined that this 'Master's Master' would possess such grand gestures and courage.

Although she was filled with apprehension about the future, what overwhelmed it was a vague sense of hope; as long as the Master was present, she felt reassured.

Seeing the two accept the orders without hesitation, Li Size's tone softened slightly. After a brief pause, he spoke again, his voice carrying a deeper gravity than before:

"The last point, and the most crucial one—

You must fully dedicate yourselves to collecting all kinds of wizardry knowledge for us, especially the high-level content sealed away by the major organizations.

All of this is preparation for your future promotion to Formal Wizard."

His gaze swept over the two, seeming to penetrate their very Souls, his tone admitting no argument:

"Rest assured, as long as you follow me, I will definitely ensure every single one of you successfully advances to become a Formal Wizard.

Regarding funds, do not be frugal; report to me anytime."

Afterward, Li Size meticulously instructed the two to pay close attention to discovering and nurturing talent capable of becoming Wizards.

He pointed out that although truly gifted individuals had mostly been recruited by the major Academies, there were still many overlooked potentials scattered among the common folk.

He deeply understood that the great undertaking he wished to accomplish could never be achieved by his own strength alone.

Talent is the Foundation of the future; planning and early cultivation are essential.

The four women listened quietly, none interrupting...

This journey during the break was truly coming to an end.

Outside the windows of the wizardry train, the scenery gradually shifted from open wilderness to familiar streets and alleys. Li Size watched the growing crowd on the platform and let out a soft breath.

Because the new semester would begin in a few days, Li Size was scheduled to take the entrance examination for the Higher Academy six months later.

He was already impatient to enter the Higher Academy to systematically study more knowledge concerning wizardry—

Especially more content in the areas of Alchemy Rune and Wizardry Puppet construction.

In the Wizard World, only knowledge is true power!

He understood this point better than anyone.

Wizardry without theoretical support is merely a rootless tree; only by understanding the essence can one ascend higher.

The first thing Li Size arranged upon returning to the academy was for Felina to report to Rice that the mission to subdue the gang had been completed successfully, but she was specifically instructed to hide the existence of Flora.

He did not wish for too many people to know about this mysterious witch yet.

Simultaneously, following Li Size's prior arrangement, she also reported the hidden dangers existing in the logistics phase of the current borrowing a chicken to lay eggs mission, pointing out the current loopholes.

On the other side, Felina formally rejected the Feiting Federation's request for authorization to use the little sorcerer donkey knowledge rights, maintaining a firm yet strategic attitude.

She instead proposed a new plan:

To utilize the secret smuggling route currently controlled by the Miners Brotherhood to transport the little sorcerer donkey products into the territory of the Feiting Federation after they were manufactured domestically within Crimson Soul.

She and Li Size had already discussed and agreed upon adopting this cooperative method of 'domestic production, cross-border smuggling.'

As long as the outcome was the same, the process didn't matter.

Furthermore, Felina 'thoughtfully' suggested that the extra costs generated by smuggling could be borne equally by both parties, half each.

Regarding the settlement method, Li Size specifically requested payment in the form of half gold coins and half designated Materials.

This was both his layout to counter the impending suppression by domestic commercial giants and a quiet effort to open up a new channel for Materials.

After all, who knew what rare Materials he might need in his future Wizard career?

Perhaps some things were completely unobtainable within Crimson Soul and could only be supplied by the Feiting Federation.

Waiting until they were urgently needed to search for them would be too passive; it was better to lay the groundwork in advance now!

Li Size was precisely the type of person who planned meticulously before acting; he was accustomed to thinking three steps ahead of others.

Rice naturally knew that the boy named Li Size was directing everything behind the scenes.

He couldn't help but marvel at Li Size's wildly imaginative concepts and precise, long-term planning. However, lacking sufficient information, he also couldn't understand:

Why Li Size, who was usually shrewd and calm, would insist on going through such elaborate lengths this time, willingly reducing profits and taking a detour.

Thus, he voiced his confusion—after all, this matter could indirectly affect the Counter-Espionage plan they were currently advancing.

From the perspective of the leader of The Lurkers in the Feiting Federation, he also had to clarify the true inside story for the Federation.

Li Size relayed the reply through Felina, the original words being as follows:

"First, 'Utilizing the existing smuggling line to transport the little sorcerer donkey can actually provide a cover of commercial activity for this line.

This seemingly profit-driven operation can, in fact, conceal other, more secret and important material flows.

This point should be sufficient reason to persuade the Federation to accept this plan.'"

Additionally, he frankly pointed out:

Li Size and Felina were about to face commercial suppression from domestic giants, and before that occurred, they urgently needed to resolve the hidden danger of potentially having their raw material supply cut off.

Third, for Felina and Li Size, cross-border authorization acts were neither monitorable nor controllable, presenting many drawbacks.

For example, false reporting of output or using false pretenses—the model of producing first and then selling was definitely more reassuring.

After hearing Felina's explanation, a mocking smile played on Rice's lips.

He shook his head, sounding both derisive and regretful:

"What a corrupt and disgusting institution, these maggots of the Duchy!

I think you people would truly be better off joining the Feiting Federation.

Tell me, most of the support you have obtained so far... has it mostly come from the Federation, right?"

Felina and Li Size exchanged glances upon hearing this, neither speaking for a moment.

This Rice was truly becoming more adept at playing the role of a double agent.

Who knew what tricks he would ultimately pull with this 'Counter-Espionage' plan.

Was there a possibility that he was deliberately captured by Sven?

Regardless, the reasons he provided were now sufficient for the Feiting side to temporarily accept this plan.

And at this moment, Rice represented the position of The Lurkers in the Feiting Federation, so he formally put forward their demands as the Federation's liaison:

First, the smuggling costs must be entirely covered by Li Size's side; Li Size did not dwell on this point, as the channel was his own, after all.

Second, the grade of Materials Li Size selected for settlement could not exceed Zero Ring Mid-tier.

This point sparked a fierce debate between the two sides. Finally, Rice agreed that it could not exceed Zero Ring High-tier, but the settlement price must be based on the higher market price between the two countries.

He absolutely did not want Li Size to gain any advantage!

The matter of smuggling the little sorcerer donkey out was thus settled.

Li Size quickly contacted Flora and Lina to promptly select a secret location and establish a new factory for the little sorcerer donkey.

A portion of this new factory's output would be used to expand domestic sales areas, while the other part would primarily satisfy the needs of export smuggling.