Within the Warm Fire Commerce Association, the mage with the strongest combat power is Tier Nine Mage Falk, who was the former headmaster of the Warm Fire Academy.

Following him closely is Charlie, Falk's student, who otherwise wouldn't be leading this team heading to the Royal Court, especially in Falk's absence due to injuries inflicted by the female assassin.

In terms of combat power among Tier Nine Warm Fire Mages, he is just behind Falk. In teaching ability, he surpasses his master—such an excellent mentor, Andrew truly appreciates sincerely.

"..." Headmaster Charlie paused for a moment, smiled, and said, "No need to be so polite." Then, he warmly continued, "Quickly, go with Miss Barbara."

"Yes."

Moments later, Headmaster Charlie smiled as he watched Andrew follow Barbara out of the training room.

He thought that if he had to choose again, even if it was the guild president's orders, he should not foolishly comply—never again would he let Andrew start the first step of the special training without clarifying things.

"...Why does it feel like compared to three days ago, Andrew you..."

Meanwhile, Barbara led Andrew to an observation hall on the magic airship. Through the transparent glass floor, one could overlook the unique gray earth of the Flame Realm, but Barbara turned her head to look at Andrew, "What's different about you?"

"Um... of course! Otherwise, these three days of training would've been wasted." Andrew seriously observed Barbara, wondering what had changed about her compared to three days ago.

Barbara shook her head and said, "I didn't mention training. What I mean is... how come it seems like in just three days you've matured a lot? Is it my illusion?"

Andrew thought about the first step of the special training, which felt like a life-and-death experience, and that he was calculatively challenged by his own comrades!

After going through such experiences, how could his mindset not change? If nothing changed, it would actually be abnormal, even excessively complacent!

Three days is short, yet it can change many things.

Setting aside improvements in strength, let's talk about mindset—

Andrew now truly believes: this Flame Realm is incredibly challenging!

Not only because of the statement "this world only has three years left" originating from President Beiru, Andrew felt that this statement, though not exaggerated, was somewhat pessimistic, the most pessimistic prognosis made by President Beiru.

Furthermore, during difficult times, trust between individuals is really tested. Just like that first step of special training before.

"Fortunately, with Barbara, I can still trust completely."

Andrew looked closely at the beautiful girl in front of him, one he wouldn't have imagined having before his journey.

Unable to resist, he stepped forward, opened his arms, and hugged her.

Barbara was surprised, her face flushed, but she didn't reject it, instead allowing Andrew to embrace her while gently wrapping her small arms around Andrew's waist.

"Why are you doing this..." Barbara felt her heartbeat racing, her body heating up, trying hard not to let her thoughts run wild, tentatively asking, "Was your special training difficult?"

"Very difficult, incredibly so!" Andrew buried his head, speaking in a muffled tone.

"Oh, but don't breathe near my neck; it's very ticklish..." Barbara couldn't help but laugh, "My special training was actually not difficult at all."

"Not difficult?" Andrew was a bit surprised, releasing the girl but quickly taking her small hand again, and they both sat down cross-legged on the spot, "You tell me, I'm listening."

Barbara said, "My training was simply to stabilize the magic power that had been unstable post my Tier Four breakthrough."

Andrew knew that Barbara's unstable magic power after breaking into Tier Four had always been an issue and grew curious: "So have you found the reason? Why does your magic power sometimes become unstable without reason?"

"Yes." Barbara nodded and smiled, "It's an idea from my mother—the past instability of magic power wasn't a real issue. It was simply because I didn't grasp the true value and significance of the 'Warm Fire Order,' thus leading to it."

"Warm Fire Order?" Andrew knew about Barbara's integration with the Warm Fire Order but didn't realize it was connected, becoming more curious, "How exactly?"

After thinking, Barbara explained: "Simply put, the Warm Fire Order is essentially a 'Magic Amplifier.' With it, my magic output efficiency, including my total magic power, can be doubled during combat.

My father, during the Dual Fire War, managed to fight the three Earth Fire Scholars of the Magic Guild single-handedly, thanks to this Warm Fire Order! He also integrated with a Warm Fire Order, and under its enhanced effects, he could unleash magic power far exceeding that of mages of the same tier.

Conversely, without the Warm Fire Order, my father would actually be comparable in strength to the Earth Fire Scholars; even though still stronger, he absolutely couldn't reach the levels of taking on three opponents alone..."

Andrew listened carefully.

For this Royal Court mission, he was set to team up with Barbara in combat.

Understanding Barbara's strength naturally held great significance.

Barbara continued, "In short, the amplification effect of the Warm Fire Order on one's magic power is really significant. What I previously didn't understand was that, though I had great strength, I was unaware, leading my force to misfire when exerted.

My previous unstable magic power was essentially because I didn't comprehend how strong my magic power truly was. Upon understanding this point, resolving it became simple. These past three days, I've been learning how to effectively utilize the amplification effect of the Warm Fire Order."