Wizard: Starting from the Skill Tree-Chapter 567: Dividend Distribution

"After a long journey, let the water wash away your fatigue." Yala’s voice was ethereal and pleasant, accompanied by the sound of flowing water, adding to the tranquility and hint of intimacy.

Her movements were gentle and rhythmic, where her fingertips passed, bringing a comfortable sense of relaxation.

Seeing this, Nina also mustered the courage to dive into the water, cautiously massaging Duke’s calves with her nimble hands. Her movements were somewhat clumsy but exceptionally earnest, occasionally lifting her head to meet Duke’s gaze, only to quickly lower her eyes like a startled deer, with flushed cheeks, yet she did not retreat.

Duke relaxed his body, letting himself be enveloped by the warm pool water, the swirling mist, and the silent tenderness of the two women.

The air was filled with Yala’s unique orchid scent, Nina’s sun-like aura, and the aroma of the hot spring itself, creating an intoxicating atmosphere.

Moonlight filtered through the specially designed dome ceiling, casting a hazy, gentle light that mingled with the mist, draping everything before them in a dreamy veil.

Tiny water droplets hung on Yala’s lowered eyelashes, Nina’s wet strands clung to her smooth forehead, their figures faintly visible in the shimmering light, revealing a glimpse of enchanting beauty.

The mist seemed to thicken, the moonlight passing through the fog, outlining the three figures in the pool, making them even more indistinct, as if seen through a flowing veil.

Duke could clearly feel the soft and resilient warmth of Yala gradually pressing against his back, while Nina’s slightly trembling reliance nestled along his arm.

The pool water rippled with their subtle actions, disrupting the moon’s reflection and the tranquil surface. The floating petals gently brushed against the skin with the water waves, bringing a faint, tickling sensation.

As time passed, the pool water began to stir, splashes continued to erupt, and the low breathing became more urgent.

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Two days later.

Two days had passed in a blink of an eye amidst tranquility and warmth.

Duke made full use of this time to completely relax from the fatigue accumulated during the deep-sea expedition, and also enjoyed rare leisure accompanied by Yala and Nina.

On the third morning, with the sunlight just right, Duke was on the island’s seaside balcony, organizing some prior materials.

Yala quietly brewed coffee beside him, while Nina curiously played with several deep-sea shells that glimmered softly.

A moment later, he glanced at the Wizard’s Mark, receiving a message from Harrison, who had arrived outside the island.

Harrison had specifically arranged to meet Duke upon hearing about his return two days ago, mainly to deliver Duke’s share from previous transactions.

A dedicated reception area had now been built on the island for welcoming guests and allowing them to rest.

In the simple yet tasteful reception courtyard, Duke met Harrison, the head of the Giant Rock Commerce Association, who arrived as promised.

He wore a luxurious Commerce Association robe, with a merchant’s characteristic, warm smile on his face.

From Harrison’s demeanor, it seemed he had been doing well lately and appeared in high spirits.

"Duke, it’s been a while, you look even better than before." Harrison greeted respectfully with a hint of appropriate flattery in his words.

"Mr. Harrison, you’re too kind, please have a seat." Duke nodded slightly, gesturing for him to sit down.

After brewing the coffee, Yala poured a cup for each of them and then quietly retreated to the side with Nina.

After a few polite exchanges, Harrison directly got to the point, his expression becoming more solemn, "The division during your absence has been calculated, and I specifically came to deliver it today."

He carefully took out a dark gold card with subtle spatial fluctuations and a parchment account sealed with complex magic marks from his chest.

This dark gold card is essentially also a spatial tool, specifically designed to store Magic Stones.

It can actually be considered a Space Ring, just specially customized and quite expensive.

Only wealthier wizards can afford such a Magic Stone Card.

"According to the sales situation of the Starlight Meditation Potion, Echoing Whisper Potion, Sun Resilience Potion, and their derived series across various Planes, after deducting all agreed costs and taxes, your share amounts to a total of twenty-one million eight hundred fifty thousand Magic Stones." Harrison’s voice carried a faint hint of marvel; even for a Commerce Association head handling massive funds, this sum was truly astonishing.

Typically, such amounts mostly occur in transactions between different powers; it’s rare for a wizard to have this sum personally.

Especially for Level 1 Mage, it’s even less likely, as most Level 1 Mages at this stage do not yet have the ability to earn such an amount of Magic Stones.

The magic potions Duke has improved are truly remarkable, with noticeable enhancement effects and suitable for widespread use.

Any of these magic potions would typically require other wizards to spend many years researching, optimizing, and continually studying to develop.

The process of a magic potion improvement plan, from idea to practical implementation and widespread use, involves a lengthy journey with challenges across many areas.

Each step requires significant time for research, validation, and correction, making the production of magic potion improvement plans not so easy.

Duke is highly valued by the Giant Rock Commerce Association precisely because his exceptional talent enables him to produce practical improvement plans so quickly and frequently.

This is a skill that can only be explained by Talent; to others, he is undoubtedly a genius, at least in the field of magic potions.

Duke calmly accepted the Magic Stone Card and account sheet, scanning with Spiritual Power; the vast sea-like Magic Stone energy fluctuations within the card and the clearly listed enormous numbers on the account were confirmed accurate.

Though slightly less than initially estimated, considering market fluctuations and operating costs, it remained within a reasonable range.

With these Magic Stones, his wallet bulked up a bit, reaching over thirty million Magic Stones.

"Thank you, Mr. Harrison." Duke put away the Magic Stone Card politely. 𝐟𝗿𝐞𝚎𝚠𝐞𝚋𝕟𝐨𝚟𝐞𝕝.𝕔𝕠𝚖

"As long as you’re satisfied." Harrison’s smile widened, "To be honest, the market potential for your researched magic potions remains enormous, especially now we’ve opened channels in three newly discovered Low Planes."

The two then exchanged information briefly on potential future collaboration directions and the market prices of certain scarce resources before Harrison, satisfied, got up to take his leave.

The Giant Rock Commerce Association had also earned a lot from collaborating with Duke; undoubtedly, they gained even more.