Chapter 506: Getting out of the guild unnoticed

For the better part of an hour, the interview continued in much the same vein. The examiner, a seasoned veteran with years of experience under his belt, would throw out complex scenarios and ethical dilemmas, and Erik would respond thoughtfully, showing a deep understanding of the guild's values.

He spoke confidently, his responses often laced with pearls of unexpected wisdom for his age. He could pinpoint and dissect the core of each question, and his answers demonstrated his comprehensive understanding of the guild's principles of integrity, teamwork, and honor.

Despite the overall excellence of Erik's answers, the examiner maintained an unimpressed demeanor. His features remained motionless, and the lines on his face did not indicate the thoughts going through his head. A polite approval murmur was audible from time to time in addition to his acknowledging nod. On the other hand, his eyes betrayed a critical distance and a tempered skepticism that allowed for doubt.