161 Haste makes waste

Aur meticulously skimmed through the books on the shelves, examining each one with care.

With plenty of time at his disposal, he could afford to take his time.

After all, haste often leads to mistakes!

As Aur searched for his spells, three pairs of eyes kept a close watch on him from the moment he entered the room.

"What are your thoughts on this kid, older brother?" one voice inquired.

"That kid may possess self-awareness and intelligence, but without talent, he's merely a grain of sand destined to be blown away by the wind. At best, he might reach tier two, but he's not worth our investment," replied a cold voice, reminiscent of the one Aur had heard upon entering the treasury.

The other two pairs of eyes nodded in agreement as they averted their gaze from Aur.