...

As he had expected, the little kit had gone through the entire process without even opening his eyes. 

Others would close their eyes tight when they were suffering from pain. But the reason for Flare not opening his eyes was not because of the pain.

Instead it was because of his perseverance.

Others would have been curious about what was happening around them when they felt any sort of change and opened their eyes.

The old man doesn't know if Flare was curious on the inside or not. Whatever was the case, in the end he did not let any curiosity win over him and persevered until the end by not opening his eyes.

This was what made the old man most proud when he looked at his little disciple.

He was not only diligent but also knew his priorities the best.

He still wanted to ask Flare a question in order to dispel his doubts, "hey, brat!"

"Hmm?"