She glanced slightly, looking at the two floating nanny golems beside her:
"Franka’s duty is more on surface alert and daily care. As for these two ’friends’, their protective capability far exceeds what their surface appearance suggests."
Ron didn’t directly respond, but with the "Extraordinary Recognition" he activated at this moment, he was indeed able to sense the unusual energy flow within Eve.
It was an ancient and powerful protective force field, like an invisible fortress tightly guarding the young girl.
If one were to describe it, that energy texture was closest to the essence of the virtual shell he sensed on Uther before, but more restrained and peaceful.
"Professor Uther’s foresight is truly admirable."
Ron finally commented, "On the surface, he seems carefree, but in reality, he’s extremely thorough."
Eve’s lips slightly curved up: "Grandfather is just like that, seemingly inattentive but actually mindful in every aspect."
She shifted the conversation, her amethyst eyes showing a hint of mischievousness:
"Just like you, Master. Always so calm and composed, as if everything is under control."
Ron smiled noncommittally, carefully placing Lance’s Experiment Notes into the spatial bag.
Rumor had it that Lance conducted thousands of experiments on the Autophagic Slime Monster, including attempts to fuse traits of abyssal creatures with those from the Surface World.
This was precisely one of the key areas of his current research.
Leaving the backstage award area, Ron noticed that there were few spectators left in the competition venue, as most people had already dispersed to the various festival activities throughout the city.
The festive atmosphere spread in every corner of the city.
Joyful music and people’s laughter echoed from afar, the air filled with various aromas of food and the energy fluctuation of magical fireworks.
"Master! Master!"
A familiar voice interrupted Ron’s thoughts.
He turned his head to see the silver-haired youth Herman leading the rest of the "Elite Team" hurriedly toward him, excitement evident on their faces.
Six young people made their way through the sparse crowd, quickly gathering around Ron.
Herman spoke with great excitement:
"Master, the competition just now was truly amazing!
Especially your performance in the final stage, I recorded it all with the Recording Crystal! That way of controlling bloodline energy..."
The red-haired girl Lucia immediately chimed in, her eyes shining with admiration:
"Indeed, Master.
The precision was something I’ve only seen described in Bloodline Studies textbooks, but witnessing it firsthand is a completely different shock! Even seasoned bloodline modulators in professional laboratories might not achieve this level."
Liss stood at the front of the group, holding a delicate crystal box with both hands.
Her cheeks were slightly flushed with excitement beneath her cute freckles:
"Master, this is a gift we’ve prepared together, hoping you will like it."
Ron’s eyebrows raised slightly as he took the crystal box.
As he opened the lid, a subtle magic power fluctuation immediately spread.
It was a peculiar pastry, presenting a subtle bluish-purple hue.
Its surface was adorned with tiny sparkling crystals, resembling both a piece of art and a miniature experimental sample.
"Autophagic Slime Cake?" Ron seemed slightly surprised, but then understood:
"It’s quite delicately made, but I notice that you seem to have added some of your own understanding to the traditional recipe?"
Pride appeared on Herman’s lean face:
"Exactly! It’s made by combining Helnock Syrup with Moonlight Grass Essence.
Not only retaining the characteristic appearance of Autophagic Slime but also presenting seven different taste changes in the mouth, each representing different energy attributes."
"The main ingredients are all edible-grade extracts of Extraordinary Plants."
Albert, who was usually not very talkative, suddenly supplemented, speaking rapidly as the oldest apprentice in the group:
"We conducted multiple safety tests, with each ingredient undergoing detailed energy analysis."
Ron’s gaze swept across the faces of the six students, each showing a mix of anticipation and nervousness in their eyes.
This pure emotion from students was precisely the most distilled source of "grace."
Even someone as rational as he felt a warm flow quietly pass through his heart at this moment, like the first ray of sunlight on a summer morning.
"Thank you very much."
He said simply but sincerely, carefully placing the crystal box into the spatial bag:
"This is one of the most creative gifts I’ve ever received. Even from an academic perspective, the application of this multi-layered material fusion is quite ingenious."
Eve stood by, her eyes full of envy.
Then she nodded slightly to the six students:
"To receive such recognition from excellent and thoughtful students, Master Ron is indeed fortunate."
"It’s we who are more fortunate, Your Highness!"
Liss immediately responded, her voice filled with reverence:
"Being able to learn from Master Ron is our greatest honor. His understanding of knowledge and way of teaching us has benefited us immensely."
Liss’s words were not empty compliments.
Since studying under Ron, her level in Magic Potion Making had improved by at least two grades, and she had finally found an advanced path suitable for her aptitude.
This substantial progress was something no false flattery could compare to.
Seeing the radiant eyes of these young students, Ron seized the opportunity to invite:
"Since everyone is here, why not experience some festival activities together? I remember there are many unique programs at Dawn Square."
This suggestion seemed to drop a stone on the calm lake surface, stirring a ripple of joy.