Wizards begin with Occlumency.

Chapter 81 Competitive Job Selection

"Let's go eat."

Link rarely makes affectionate gestures; he gently ruffles Jasmine's hair and softly invites her to go to the cafeteria together.

"Wait for me."

Jasmine stood there, stunned, touching her head, too shocked to believe it.

Is this something a dead piece of wood could do?

A moment later, she came to her senses, shouted, and followed him, asking in confusion, "Link, you're acting so strange today. Why are you suddenly being so gentle with me? You're never like this before."

Link smiled but did not answer.

Harold Andrews's media attack targeted not only Link, but also Molly Kidman.

A little girl, although tall and well-developed, is only 12 years old, which is a sensitive age.

Suddenly, she was unjustly slandered and defamed, accused of being a snob, selling her body to curry favor with Link Grand, and doing all sorts of dirty things behind his back...

Those words were as harsh as they could possibly be.

It's not much different from pointing your finger at Jasmine and calling her a slut.

Jasmine was initially quite angry.

Unable to retaliate on the "forum" and unable to find the mastermind behind it all, he had to swallow his anger.

Later, I became engrossed in research and experiments, ignoring the rumors, slander, and defamation, which freed me from these troubles.

However, the damage has been done, and it's not small.

Although Link had already killed Harold Andrews, the vile words on the "forum" and the prejudices in the hearts of other new recruits could not be erased in a short time.

Prejudice in people's hearts is like a mountain; no matter how hard you try, you can't move it.

Molly Kidman's image inevitably collapsed after Harold Andrews released those blurry candid photos and fabricated malicious rumors.

It's almost impossible to restore it to its original state.

While Link doesn't care what others think, what about Jasmine?

She's still young, psychologically immature, and not very resilient to pressure. Her grievances are probably already overflowing.

Link felt somewhat guilty about this matter.

Harold Andrews was clearly after Link.

Jasmine was caught in the crossfire this time, but the impact and damage she suffered were enormous.

Therefore, Link was unusually kind to her this time.

canteen.

During dinner, Jasmine kept stealing glances at Link, clearly still puzzled.

Link didn't explain why and ate his meal in silence.

Having filled my stomach, it was already late, so it wasn't a good time to go to the library.

Link then suggested that he accompany Jasmine for a walk around the academy to help her digest her food.

This truly shocked Jasmine once again.

"You've changed, Link!"

On the tree-lined path, Jasmine crossed her arms over her chest, feigning fear and trembling. She said weakly, "You're scaring me. I feel like if this continues, you'll eat me up."

"childish!"

Link glanced at Jasmine, speechless.

She's having another episode; she'll get scolded.

Ignoring Jasmine's tea ceremony performance, Link instead asked, "What did you do today? How did it go?"

Jasmine rolled her eyes, but she was already used to this kind of topic-switching rhythm, and replied, "In the morning, I was familiarizing myself with the germination and cultivation of several common plants in the lab. In the afternoon, I practiced witchcraft, focusing on earth shield and earth wall spells."

When it comes to earth wall magic, Link has something to say this time.

He immediately extracted the shortcomings of Harold Andrews' use of the earthen wall technique and relayed them to him one by one.

After listening, Jasmine seemed to be deep in thought and was greatly inspired.

Defensive magic, used for self-preservation.

Every less flaw means a greater degree of safety.

As night deepened, after finishing their discussion about earthen wall magic, Link escorted Jasmine home.

Dormitory, study.

After returning home, Link washed up and changed his clothes, then sat down at his desk to reflect on everything that had happened that day.

The itinerary to Rivosos City is fine.

There are no problems entering the West District and the black market.

Seizing the opportunity to kill Harold Andrews shouldn't be a problem.

There was only one problem: the wizard Paro offered to introduce him to a part-time job.

Link wasn't questioning Paro Wizard's intentions or motives.

He was simply recalling that the two times the wizard Paro had helped him, both times after he had begun to show his talent and brilliance.

This illustrates a point.

That is, the principle of being low-key in personal life and high-profile in work is undoubtedly correct and more suitable.

While focusing solely on development may be safe and avoid many troubles, it also means missing out on many resources, support, and benefits.

Keep up the good work and strive for even greater achievements!

After giving himself a pep talk, Link finished his reflection, engaged in deep meditation, and then went to sleep.

The next day, early in the morning.

Link took the rail transit train to the eastern part of Rivosos.

Link got off at the station closest to the apothecary recommended by the wizard Paro, and after a five-minute walk, he arrived at his destination.

It was still early, and the shop was not yet open.

Link sat down on a bench by the street and waited for the shop to open so he could have an interview.

About half an hour later, a hovercar drove into the store's designated parking space and came to a stop.

A slender, graceful female wizard with long, wavy, wine-red hair stepped off the hovercar.

"Link Grand?"

The big-haired witch glanced at Link sitting on the bench and said, "You can call me Wizard Celine. Please come in with me."

Good morning, Wizard Celine.

Link immediately stood up and greeted him politely.

The interview started right from the very first sentence after we met.

"I don't support idlers."

As she entered the shop, Celine the Wizard spoke simply, her tone and expression revealing the domineering presence of a powerful woman.

"Even if you have the recommendation of Wizard Paro, if your performance is unsatisfactory, you'll still be sent back."

Link remained silent.

If you don't know how to respond to something like that, don't just say it randomly.

Managers establish authority by giving instructions to those they manage in person. Those being managed should simply listen and not resist or argue.

Unless it's not work-related and involves insults to family members or one's own dignity.

"I have three part-time openings: a sales associate, a medicine dispensing assistant, and a plant and herb pretreatment worker."

The wizard Celine led Link through the exquisitely decorated and elegantly furnished front hall, past a stairwell and several rooms with different functions, to the backyard.

As they walked, Wizard Celine said, "Wizard Paro said that although you have only studied for one semester, you have a great talent for botany and think I can give you a chance."

With that, the wizard Celine stopped, stared into Link's eyes, and asked in a deep voice, "Do you think you're qualified and deserve this opportunity?"

Link didn't avoid his gaze and calmly replied, "I believe I have enough talent in botany, and I'm confident in that."

"Just be confident."

A faint smile graced the lips of the witch Celine, revealing her mature charm and captivating beauty.

"You have a competitor. The trial period is three days. Whoever performs better will stay."

"I hope it's you."

Why is there a competitor now?

Link was puzzled.

who is it?

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(End of this chapter)