Chapter 192: An Angry Rena
Several days later, deep within the Arend Island Labyrinth, inside the temple, Weiss and Rena were each busy at their own workbench about ten meters apart. Leon stood behind Weiss and, while she was between preparing potions, brought up Mrs. Hesh's recent condition.
“...From what you've described, her condition has indeed recovered very smoothly. However, it would still be best to examine her directly again. The cure was only theoretically possible to begin with, and since there's no precedent, we still don't know whether the disease might relapse after the medication is stopped. As for your suggestion of letting her work here, I'm generally in favor of it. The Blessing of Rebirth has tremendous practical value, but the final decision is still up to you,” Weiss replied.
“Have you settled in well after moving your work here?” Leon asked.
“The temple's Mana is extremely abundant. It's an ideal environment for researching Moilai's Blessings and magical potion studies. Even the Church couldn't provide research conditions this good. I'm very grateful that you and Miss Rena have allowed me to use this place on a long-term basis,” Weiss said.
After the struggle with the Earl ended, Leon had made sweeping adjustments to the layout of the Labyrinth Fortress in preparation for future territorial expansion and to defend against possible attacks or investigations.
Besides strengthening its defenses, he had also relocated the magical potion laboratory to an external base and established a new laboratory in a more convenient location outside, following the technical guidance provided by Weiss.
Going forward, he intended to greatly increase magical potion production to compete for business in other territories. Through the interrogations of Bishop Beckett and Ophelia, he had already gained a thorough understanding of the other Cadres and their clients.
Weiss had been permitted to reside permanently within the temple inside the Labyrinth to conduct magical potion research and Mana extraction. The exceptionally high-purity Mana she produced and her top-tier potion-making techniques had become the key to maintaining the competitive edge of Leon's products. He had every reason to provide her with the finest possible research environment.
Furthermore, Weiss had agreed to teach Rena her techniques, and this arrangement also made it easier for Rena to receive her guidance.