273 - Sudden Visit

“Is it really paid by the kingdom?” Ugi asked timidly, making the others chuckle.

The Minister smiled. He’s always amused by how village people are often reluctant with what’s offered to them. But he liked that part of them to be mildly cautious in any given situation. “It’s part of your prize, Ugi, so of course, it will be paid by the kingdom,” he said, making the boy smiled shyly. “Well. As I said, this meeting will be brief, and the following details will be sent by letters.”

“That’s it?” Mugen tilted his head in confusion. “If the rest of it is going to be put in letters, why made us come here?”

The Minister pouted. “Oh can’t I meet my winners by myself? I kind of miss you guys especially after what we went through.”

“You were only passing by our classes and smiling like nobody’s business,” Mac said flatly.

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