Wizard: Start with Biological Transformation to Grind Experience novel Chapter 149

Chapter 149: 024: Parting

Lanice invited all the apprentices she was familiar with—Subaru, Carl—they were certainly among them.

On the way to the Fairy Tavern.

Subaru teased Lynch, "Feeling a little regretful? The fruit of love withered before it ever ripened."

Lanice’s feelings for Lynch were public knowledge within their little circle. Everyone knew she had a crush on him and would tease him about it from time to time.

Lynch shrugged, "Not really."

Carl asked, "Speaking of which, what’s your take on Lanice? You’ve never really said anything definitive."

What’s his take?

Lynch thought for a moment and explained, "I guess you could say I don’t dislike her."

Subaru rolled his eyes. "That’s as good as saying nothing."

What else was he supposed to say...

Most men are influenced by appearances, and Lynch was no exception. While Lanice wasn’t breathtakingly stunning, she had a certain charm—especially those dimples on her cheeks that gave her a small-town elegance when she smiled.

As for her personality... aside from admiring strength a bit too much, she was generally well-mannered, with no major flaws. Spending time with someone like her wasn’t unpleasant.

But that’s all there was to it. When it came to love... they weren’t there yet. Maybe they’d get to know each other better in the future, and if their personalities aligned, Lynch wouldn’t oppose having her as a partner.

Though given the current circumstances, it seemed there wouldn’t be an opportunity for further development.

Subaru pressed on, "With so many pretty witches in the Tower, bro, what type are you into?"

Lynch replied, "Haven’t thought about it."

Between studying magic, meditating, and cultivating skills, he barely had enough time as it was. Random thoughts about romance never crossed his mind; Lynch genuinely had not given it any consideration.

Carl chimed in, "I heard you traveled back with Miss Avery from the Tavendish family. You spent all that time together—didn’t something happen? Heh heh heh..."

Lynch gave it some thought.

Truthfully, they’d shared many interesting experiences. But so what?

Lynch shot back, "What exactly do you expect me to say?"

Carl smirked, "Fair point. After all, it’s the Tavendish family... Tsk tsk, better to stay realistic."

Realistic or not wasn’t the issue—the problem was...

It’s too much trouble!

Lynch was someone who avoided inconvenience wherever possible. In his eyes, Avery was the definition of "complicated"—from her beauty to her status.

Their months-long shared adventures proved just that.

In the midst of chatting about random topics, the group arrived at the Fairy Tavern.

"Finally here."

"You guys are worse than sloths when it comes to dragging your feet..."

Lanice had splurged to rent out an entire private room. When Lynch and his companions arrived, there were already over a dozen apprentices seated, most of whom they knew from their cohort.

The trio was the last to arrive, and once seated, the farewell dinner officially began.

"How long have we been in the Wizard World?"

"Eight years now!"

"Haha, I still remember how Subaru looked when he first got here—all chubby and round like a little dumpling."

"You’re one to talk, skinny monkey."

"Lanice too—back then you were just a little girl, barely as tall as this table. Do you remember crying during your first frog dissection lesson?"

"I can still vividly recall the first time I saw magic. It felt like every cell in my body was trembling..."

"And now, we’re about to part ways..."

The group chatted and reminisced as they ate and drank.