Chapter 1801

Severin nodded and reassured Gilda, "The confidence is there, of course. You know that I'm now a fifth-grade medium-rank alchemist, and I might become a fifth-grade high-rank alchemist in three months. Our sect will suffer minimal casualties, while the Horizon Sect will be crushed completely. This will serve as proof of our might, and it will also be a warning to the other sects." Severin's gaze shifted to Hardin, and there was a tinge of reluctance in his expression. "We won't be able to take Hardin to that higher world for safety reasons, and your father agrees too. It would be better for him to grow up in Skyblue Sect where he'll receive proper protection." Gilda smiled ruefully. "Yes. Bringing him to an unknown place could put him in danger. Keeping him in Skyblue Sect is the safest option. I know that it's the best choice for him, but I can't help myself from feeling reluctant to part with him." Gilda then paused before continuing, "I knew you would've made this decision even th