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Chapter 585

In the current tis, it wasn't an exaggeration to say that individuals with second gender experiencing their heat period had no other option but to lock themselves away and rest after taking strong sedatives. The isolation and induced sleep not only reduced the amount of pheromones emitted but also shortened the duration of their heat period.

Though it might only reduce a week-long period to 3-4 days, there was no other viable alternative. The situation had been the sa in Yuder's past life.

'No, it was even worse back then. With the increasing number of Awakeners, the number of beings with second gender also surged.'

Nowadays, unless you were part of special organizations like the Cavalry or the Star of Nagran, where Awakeners clustered, it was rare to even encounter one Awakener in a village. Even if soone exhibited traits of second gender, the chances of eting an individual with an opposing second gender were quite low, reducing the likelihood of complications.

However, the number of Awakeners would only continue to increase, never decrease. Soon enough, even the average non-Awakener people would beco aware of how beings with second genders experienced their heat periods and what pheromones were.

One of the things Yuder had hoped to change the most since returning to the past was exactly that issue. While Yuder had made strides in spreading a new understanding about Oga Awakeners, it was still far from sufficient.

In Yuder's view, the primary reason Oga individuals suffered so much in his past life was due to the overpowering scent they emitted during their heat period. This scent, even more potent than that of Alpha individuals, attracted the unsavory attention of non-Awakener powerbrokers.

Though the scent only affected other individuals with second genders, just the ability to perceive it led society to treat Oga individuals like undignified beasts. Rumors began to circulate that perverse, wealthy individuals were buying Ogas for their alleged enhancing or aphrodisiac properties, even though no evidence supported such claims.

Fixing a reputation is much more difficult than tarnishing one, especially in an era where people indulged in hedonistic pleasures without thought for tomorrow.

'It might have started around then. The number of highly skilled Oga individuals fit for the Cavalry began to decrease...'

In the early days of the Cavalry, Awakeners were still a new phenonon, and the number of beings with second genders was extrely low. Ogas were not necessarily less skilled than Alphas. Discrimination based on second gender was virtually nonexistent.

However, as ti passed and negative perceptions about Ogas increased, newly Awakeners manifesting as Ogas found their abilities to be notably weaker.

Back then, the origin of this trend was unknown. But now, watching the research of Thais Yulman and the Awakening of Emperor Keilusa, Yuder felt he was beginning to understand.

'If they were biased against Oga manifestation from the start, then their abilities would naturally not develop fully.'

In that context, the dicine Thais Yulman had created for his student who beca an Oga was revolutionary. Yuder wasn't yet sure about the exact potency of the dicine, but if it could alleviate the suffering of individuals with second genders during their heat period, he was prepared to do whatever it took.

With determined eyes, Yuder looked over at Kishiar.

"It's an incredible dicine. I never knew such a thing could exist. Wouldn't it be best to start supporting that first?"

Yuder was also hearing of the dicine's existence for the first ti. Kishiar surely understood the significance.

"I'll do just that. I find it imnsely intriguing myself."

They took Alik with them to the laboratory to et Thais Yulman. The old mage readily accepted their request to produce and improve more of the dicine designed for Awakeners with second genders.

"Hmm, well, alright. I was already thinking of making so adjustnts for my disciple anyway. If you'll also support it, then..."

"Yes. I'd like you to develop a thod for mass production as quickly as possible."

"Mass production, you say... How many people do you expect to use it monthly?"

"At least a thousand people should be able to take it consistently each month. And it should also be easy to store."

"Heh. I've heard that even within the Cavalry, the number of Awakeners with second genders is quite limited. Is such a scale really necessary? I appreciate that you value this dicine, but if I have to produce it on such a large scale alone, my back might give out."

"If it were just for the Cavalry, there wouldn't be a need for that. However, I believe... that this dicine could beco a valuable asset for both you and us in the future. Moreover, it could significantly help the world."

"Asset, you say? Are you planning to sell it?"

"Yes. You must be aware that the number of Awakeners is steadily increasing. Consequently, the number of Awakeners with second genders will also rise, and many who are struggling for the sa reasons as your disciple will benefit from this dicine."

"I see your point."

"I propose that the Cavalry exclusively manufacture, sell, and distribute this dicine. In return, we'll share a portion of the revenue with you and your disciple. It may not seem profitable now, but I guarantee that within 10 years, you and your disciple will gain significant wealth and fa."

Thais Yulman, while much happier satisfying his own curiosity than benefiting humanity, cared deeply for his one and only disciple, Alik. Even if it seed like he was exploiting Alik, the fact that the boy could produce such a miraculous dicine proved his worth. And conducting research always required funds. Like the Western Mage Union that faced difficulties due to a lack of research funding, many mages always sought wealthy patrons.

Thais Yulman, an Elder of the Pearl Tower and a man who lacked nothing, was no exception to this rule.

'More money is always good. Alik should also start making a na for himself, rather than just remaining under . If they're going to handle all the annoying parts once the dicine is developed... There's no reason to refuse.'

Thais Yulman cheerfully accepted Kishiar's proposal.

"What percentage of the profits will you be sharing?"

"We'll determine that later, once we have fully assessed the dicine's efficacy and comrcial value."

"That sounds fair. Understood."

"Then it's settled."

Kishiar lightly smiled and subtly turned his gaze toward Yuder. Yuder lifted the corner of his lips in satisfaction with the decision.

"Was there ever such a dicine in the previous ga?"

Kishiar quietly asked Yuder on their way back from Thais Yulman's lab.

"No, there wasn't. If I had known that such a dicine could be created, I would have ntioned it earlier."

"How did you overco the obstacle back then?"

"It wasn't much different from now. The best solution was to improve sleeping dicines and secure a space where they could rest while asleep."

During his ti as a Commander, Yuder used various local branches as shelters to protect Ogas going through their heat periods. Anyone experiencing an impending heat period could visit a Cavalry branch, receive sleeping dicines, and use the isolation facilities.

"That's a good approach. I'll consider it once the establishnt of the branches is complete."

"However, as the number of branches increases, managent becos more difficult and we reach limitations. It would be great if all the mbers at each branch followed orders from higher up, but that's often not the case. Particularly with Ogas, their scent becos stronger during their heat, so prioritizing the supply of dicines would be advisable."

Kishiar chuckled softly. Yuder, puzzled by his laughter at what wasn't exactly a laughing matter, turned his head to find Kishiar caressing his cheek.

"Sotis I've thought you were wiser than your years. But just now, you sounded like a seasoned manager whos worked for 20 years."

Yuder might not have 20 years of experience as a Cavalry Commander, but given the intensity and results of his work, it could well have been 30 years.

However, Yuder didn't respond, sensing a hint of bitterness in Kishiar's smile.

"I've noticed you've always been particularly concerned about Ogas among the Awakeners with second genders. Did you already know you'd manifest as Oga?"

"Yes."

"Have you had difficulties due to scents before? Or is there sothing related expected to happen?"

Despite his gentle tone, Kishiars red eyes appeared sharp and cautious, missing nothing. Knowing what he might be suspecting, Yuder answered with as neutral a face as possible.

"Neither, in my case. I'm the only person with second gender who has never had issues due to scent or heat periods."

"Why? I an, this ti around your scent is noticeable, and although you haven't gone through a heat period yet, probably..."

His red gaze fixated on Yuders face. Yuder knew what was left unsaid. These days, he could subtly sense Kishiars scent drifting to him during everyday activities, an indication that his body was becoming more sensitive.

"I don't really know the reason. What I do know is that Ive seen many people with second genders struggle with related issues, but they've never affected ."

This wasn't the case in his previous life. But this ti would be different.

Where did that difference stem from?

Upon deep thought, one point stood out.

In my previous life, Kishiar died after I experienced a series of strange, connected phenona. Now, he hasn't died.

Kishiar remained silent for a while, deep in thought. Sensing his eyes darkening sowhat, Yuder decided to change the subject.

"By the way, Commander."

"Yes."

"How do you plan to mass-produce the dicines?"

"Well... usually, the rchant guilds specialize in this. I'm thinking of contracting with the Shuden Trading Company for production and distribution."

Kishiar answered quickly, as if he had thought it all through beforehand.

"If it's just within the Empire, centralizing it around the Cavalry would suffice. But if it's a product that needs to be spread globally, we'll need the company's influence. Shuden might not be very large, but they are trustworthy, so there shouldnt be any issues there."

"Indeed, that must be the case."

Judging by the way he spoke, Kishiar seed to have had considerable experience with matters like this since his days as the Duke of Peletta. The fact that he had never shown any signs of financial strain, despite having only the barren land of Peletta as his territory, suggested that his success wasn't solely due to his imperial lineage.

'I seem to recall Mick Shuden had connections with Kishiar since he established the trading company in Peletta... Perhaps Kishiar has been amassing wealth this way since then.'

It was not uncommon for nobles to keep trading companies under their sway. The now-imprisoned Duke Tain, for instance, had exploited the trading companies in the west to fill his own coffers.

Even though Kishiar had beco the Duke of Peletta at a rather young age, it seed likely that he could have pulled off sothing like that.

"Why are you looking at like that?"

"Oh, no reason. I was just thinking that I hope this venture goes well."

"Don't worry, it will."

Kishiar smiled faintly.

"If it's sothing you wish for, it will undoubtedly co to pass."

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