“It’s a pleasure to meet you in person, Phantom. I’m honored to finally have the chance, especially since you’re known for being quite reclusive.”

“The honor is mine, Professor. The truth is, while planning my new project, I found myself intrigued by elven culture. So, I decided to incorporate some Eastern elements into my next work.”

“Hehe, I see. So that’s why you invited me to such a fancy place?”

Professor Gabi took a sip from her porcelain tea cup, savoring the rich, fragrant brew.

We were meeting in a teahouse located in the bustling capital city. The place was styled like an ancient inn straight out of the Eastern world, with intricate woodwork and delicate decor.

The restaurant was run by elves who, for various reasons, resided in the Empire, offering traditional World Tree-style cuisine. For an average academy student, this kind of luxury would be out of reach, but I didn’t have to worry about that.

‘After all, the Imperial seal on this ring takes care of everything.’