Chapter 1611

Severin was a little shocked when he heard that. He retorted, "Do you genuinely think that someone who is cuckoo in the head could become a second-grade medium-rank alchemist as quickly as he did? The rate of his progress wouldn't have been possible if he were as dense as you suggested."

Elsa rolled her eyes and said, "But joining the Skyblue Sect is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity! This is a first-tier secluded sect we're talking about! Refusing such an offer from such a strong sect makes it seem as though he lacks the smarts."

Severin then explained, "Benjamin is engaged to Megan. They're planning on getting married soon. Besides, Megan is already pregnant with his child. He can't afford to leave at such a time."

Diane, who had not been aware of Megan's pregnancy, asked in surprise, "Megan is pregnant? Why didn't I know?"

Severin chuckled and said, "Haha, I spoke to Benjamin on the phone yesterday. When I asked him whether or not he was interested in joining us on Mount Ermonie,