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After Aquarina's impressive performance in the test, she was accepted as one of Master Felicia's disciples and officially joined our group. Following a celebratory feast, Master Felicia immediately assigned the next challenge, as if she had been eagerly awaiting Aquarina's completion. Naturally, this felt exhausting for Aquarina after everything she had already accomplished, but she would need to adjust to our demanding routine.
"Very well. You have three months to complete this task. It will be the first of your final three tests," Master Felicia announced. "Aquarina, since you joined late, you'll be starting at this advanced stage as well. It's tough, but I'm willing to offer private lessons if you need help catching up."
"Understood," Aquarina nodded.
"The objective is straightforward," Master Felicia continued. "What do you think is the most important creation for an alchemist? The one thing we must truly master?"
"Potions?" Celica ventured.
