Chapter 223 New Gear (3)

Hearing Edzard's plea to introduce him to Lilia so he could get a grasp on force magic and integrate it into his own works, Marcus could only shake his head.

"Sorry my sister already put up with my own studying and testing and it was pretty hard on her, I doubt she could put up for it with a stranger. And while I do respect you and appreciate your allowing me to use your facilities, I am afraid I will not be divulging any of my secrets."

With his expression turning into a frown Edzard nearly offered Marcus a ingot of adamantine but seeing the resolute look in his eye decided against it.

Sighing Edzard said, "Very well, we all have our secret techniques and such, so I cannot fault you. Well thank you for showing this to me, it has been awhile since I have had a chance to see such good work from anyone else."