The Offers

Lucius's bold proclamation sent shockwaves through the room, eliciting a swift and vehement response from Grand Magus Sirin and Toleno, who had previously been engaged in heated arguments but now found themselves united against Lucius's audacious proposal. With Lucius's plan, he would effectively monopolize the top talents for his own hall, leaving the others with the less desirable acolytes to divide with.

"Lucius, you are new, but how dare you suggest such things!" Grand Magus Sirin's voice carried a note of indignation, her usually composed demeanor giving way to palpable anger.

"Don't be too arrogant just because the Zodiac king favors you," Toleno chimed in, his tone sharp with disapproval.

However, their impassioned responses seemed to only fuel Lucius's amusement. With a self-assured grin, he seemed unfazed by the backlash his proposal had incited, basking in the attention it garnered.