Chapter 382 Altruism
Thaddeus carefully took a delicate small glass vial from Alice's hand. He examined it closely, seemingly sensing some mysterious power drawing his consciousness.
As a Demi-God level entity, Thaddeus had some understanding of the universe's truths.
Merely gazing at the small vial in his hand, he felt as though the solutions to his long-standing problems were beginning to emerge.
He slowly opened the vial's stopper. Instantly, a mysterious medicinal fragrance wafted out, emitting a faint white light from within, as if some rhythm was flowing through it. "Hiss—" Thaddeus couldn't help but inhale sharply in amazement.
Ordinarily, he could tell the ingredients and methods used in a pill just by smelling it. But this pill in the vial... It was divine!
Divine medicine!
What Legendary level pills? Compared to the divine pill in the vial, those were nothing but trash!
Thaddeus quickly sealed the vial again, trembling with excitement, and looked at Alice: "Miss, do you really intend to exchange this divine pill for an alchemy furnace?"
Using such a rare, god-level medicinal item to exchange for a common alchemy furnace? He couldn't find the right words to describe Alice. Was it extravagant? Wealthy? Ostentatious? Rich enough to rival a country?
No, no, no! Even the world's richest person couldn't possibly offer such a divine pill!
Impossible!
Alice sneaked another glance at William, and seeing he remained silent, she sighed, unhappily saying, "Let's exchange then! But you have to give me back the vial! Find another vial for it."
She was quite fond of that little glass vial, and since the pill could be exchanged for an alchemy furnace, why should she throw in the vial as well?
Having followed William for many days, Alice had realized that nothing he offered was ever ordinary. Looking at the sleazy-looking old man's excitement...
Humph!
It must have been a huge profit, right?
Alice didn't understand why William wouldn't just make her a new alchemy furnace, especially considering that this one didn't seem to be of high quality.
Once Thaddeus received confirmation to proceed with the exchange, he excitedly found another vial, poured the divine medicine into it, and sealed it with a stopper.
"Miss, this alchemy furnace is now yours," Thaddeus said eagerly, almost reluctantly giving the glass vial with the divine medicine back to Alice, as if afraid she might change her mind.
"Okay then!" Alice took the vial, smacking her lips slightly. "Can you arrange for someone to deliver it for me?"
She wondered how she was supposed to carry such a large furnace back home. It was certainly not feasible for William to carry it, given that even tasks like turning the soil were left to Alice.
In Alice's mind, it was customary for shops to deliver large items directly to the customer's home.
"Of course, no problem!" Thaddeus replied with a grin. "May I know which Guild you're from? I'll have it sent there."
After a moment's thought, Alice said, "Just send it to the Turner family estate at 181 West Suburbs, New York City. Just say it belongs to Alice."
Upon hearing the name "Alice," Thaddeus's smile froze, and his face stiffened. He hadn't met Alice before, but he had definitely heard the name. The person who even made Garen of the Emerald Lion Guild admit defeat!
A chill ran from his feet to the top of his head, his blood nearly freezing, and his scalp tingling with fear. He realized the gravity of what he had just done.
He had just called a Quasi-Deity level powerhouse "miss" and even planned to trick her out of her precious item.
Alice, noticing Thaddeus's reaction, frowned and asked, "Is there a problem?"
"No problem! No..." Thaddeus hastily waved his hands.
What problem could there be, as long as she didn't beat him up?
"Just make sure it's delivered," Alice said, then turned and walked out with her hands behind her back.
William, understanding what had transpired, smiled at Thaddeus and followed Alice out of the store.
After they left, Thaddeus stood drenched in sweat, both on his forehead and back, clutching the glass vial with the divine medicine.
Regardless, he considered it his good fortune.
Thaddeus summoned his favorite apprentice, Kieran, and instructed, "Kieran, extinguish the fire, then deliver the Soft Cloud Furnace to the Turner family estate at 181 West Suburbs, New York City. Tell them it's for Miss Alice."
Kieran, whom Thaddeus brought to the New Lands to train, was shocked to hear the furnace was being traded. "Master, did you really exchange the Soft Cloud Furnace with her?" he asked, knowing how much effort Thaddeus had put into that furnace.
"Yes, I did," Thaddeus affirmed. "With the emergence of these New Lands, we should be able to find plenty of good materials. I can make another one later. That furnace was quite ordinary anyway."
"Okay," Kieran replied, somewhat understanding. He then noticed Thaddeus sweating profusely and asked, "Master, you're sweating a lot! Are you alright?"
"It's hot!" Thaddeus awkwardly fanned himself before adding, "You look after the shop for now. I need some quiet time for research."
Kieran expressed concern, "Master, our Guild Leader Ares Flame's condition is deteriorating. Are you planning to concoct a special potion for him?"
Thaddeus tensed up at this.
The Guild Leader of Pantheon Guild, Ares Flame, had suffered a mental breakdown due to a mishap while practicing a secret technique. Despite efforts to control it, his condition wasn't improving.
The idea of giving the divine medicine to Ares crossed Thaddeus's mind.
If this divine medicine is given to Ares, could it possibly save him?
But it was a divine medicine!
If it were just a Legendary-level pill, Thaddeus would have given it to Ares without a second thought. But this was a genuine divine medicine!
Torn between his personal ambitions and the greater good, Thaddeus pondered.
He initially wanted to isolate himself to assimilate the divine medicine.
Finally, Thaddeus sighed, "Keep an eye on the shop for a few days. I need to go see Ares."
He decided to give the divine medicine to Ares.
As an alchemist, Thaddeus doesn't particularly pursue the enhancement of his personal power. He is more passionate about the research and practice of alchemy. He isn't overly enthusiastic about improving his own abilities, as his primary interest lies in exploration and innovation.
Giving the divine medicine to Ares could significantly benefit the Pantheon Guild. Ares, considered a once-in-a-millennium talent, had reached Demi-God level in less than eight hundred years, his combat power rivaling Astraeus. If Ares, in his unstable state, were to act erratically, it could pose a huge threat to the entire Soulmancer community.
By giving the divine medicine to Ares, Thaddeus realized he could potentially save many lives.
After much deliberation, he chose to forego his personal gain for a higher purpose.
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