Chapter260-Their Respective Choices

"What are you doing acting all polite with me?"Alan's tone grew a bit irritated as he stepped forward, picked up the magical jug Francis had just put back on the ground, and stuffed it back into his arms.

"Sure, it's true that the situation this time was resolved thanks to a certain senior of mine, but don't downplay your own efforts. You guys played a significant role too. These rewards—you've earned them, fair and square!"

His gaze shifted to Fort.

"Fort, I know your bloodline is special, and your sharpened metal-elemental body grants you unique advantages in battle. But you can't rely on brute resilience forever. A true mage isn't defined by strength alone, but by the ability to adapt—on the fly, in combat. If you keep playing the role of a walking sandbag, that's all you'll ever be."