Was Paige Sumrs so calm because she was certain Marcus Monroe could defeat Zephyr rcer?
Actually, not entirely.
She simply knew him well enough to understand. Marcus Monroe wasn’t so impulsive hothead who would fall for Zephyr rcer’s provocation. He must have had his own reasons for going out to et him, but it would never be for sothing as trivial as jealousy.
But she was completely convinced of his ability to protect himself.
He hadn’t given up hope of survival when they’d fallen into a pit while hunting outside The Dead City, so why would he now?
Zephyr rcer might be brainless, but that didn’t an the rest of the rcers were.
Blake Morrison’s warmth toward her was undoubtedly on the orders of the rcer Family Head. At a critical ti like this, there was no way they would let any harm co to her friend.
She went over the whole situation in her mind, and when she saw Blake Morrison find another excuse to step out, she beca even less worried.
After Blake Morrison returned, the two continued honing the new sword. After a while, he suddenly said, "Sue... have you ever considered joining the rcer Family? As my apprentice." He looked up, his tone half-joking, half-serious. "Of course, that’s just a suitable title, given our age and seniority. In reality, we’d be learning from each other."
"You’re a young woman, all alone in Central City. Life is full of difficulties. With the rcer Family as your backing, whether you want to open a shop or do anything else, I’m sure things would go much more smoothly. The rcer Family has always placed great importance on its own people. A different surna doesn’t matter; as long as you stay with the rcer Family, you’ll be one of us."
"I may not be particularly skilled myself, but I’m more than capable of taking care of my own apprentice. Whatever materials you need, if they can be found, I’ll find a way to get them for you."
"As for my own selfish reasons, I’m sure you’ve already guessed. I hope soone can carry on the rcer Family’s tradition of Artifact Making, and you are the most talented and hardworking child I have ever seen."
"What do you think?"
By this point, Blake’s expression had beco completely serious and earnest.
Paige Sumrs pressed her lips together, silent for a long mont. Finally, she slowly stood and bowed to Blake Morrison. "Thank you for thinking so highly of . I’m very moved and honored. This is the greatest affirmation I could receive. But... I must refuse. You should know my background. I am the last of the Sumrs Family bloodline. If even I were to change my allegiance, the Sumrs Family would be completely wiped from history. For the sake of my grandfather... and my father, I cannot do that!"
Blake Morrison t her gaze and could see that she was speaking from the heart.
He didn’t realize, of course, that the Sumrs Family she sought to preserve was not the one he knew of, but he could clearly sense her resolve.
He wasn’t entirely surprised by her refusal, but he still felt a keen sense of disappointnt.
The truth was, the terms he offered went far beyond what he had discussed with Zachary rcer just days ago; he genuinely wanted to welco Paige Sumrs into the rcer Family.
Alas, she had still refused.
He couldn’t even co up with a single counterargunt.
If he were in Paige Sumrs’s shoes, he would, without a doubt, do the sa thing.
No matter how many benefits she received, once she was branded as a disciple of the rcer Family, the Sumrs na would slowly fade into obscurity.
In a way, it was a form of betrayal against her own family.
He heaved a long sigh, burying his regret. He casually pulled Paige Sumrs back down to her seat and put on a relaxed expression. "Even though you say that, I still can’t let you off the hook. Since you won’t beco one of the rcers, let’s cooperate instead!"
"I’d be delighted!"
The negotiations for their cooperation went exceptionally smoothly.
In essence, the rcer Family would supply the materials, and Paige Sumrs would craft weapons. It wasn’t a short-term deal, but a monthly requirent to produce one or two pieces. As for the style or quality, that would depend on the circumstances.
In return, Paige Sumrs would be allowed moderate use of the materials for her own projects.
Blake Morrison patted his chest, promising, "As long as you don’t go overboard, I’ll have absolutely no problem with it."
Paige believed him on this point.
The piles of scrap and semi-finished products outside weren’t the work of Blake Morrison alone, of course. This showed that the rcer Family wasn’t stingy in this regard.
Blake Morrison also ntioned that if Paige Sumrs developed a new weapon, the rcer Family must have the right of first refusal.
Paige Sumrs had no objections.
Weapons were made to be used, and she didn’t like the idea of jealously hoarding her own creations. Of course, the agreent ntioned the right to purchase, and it was certainly better to sell to the rcer Family than to complete strangers. As for gifts she might give to her friends, those wouldn’t be included.
The two of them settled the matter while continuing their discussion of the sword at hand.
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