Vale smiled as he could understand Cecilia's confusion. She might even see this deal as burdensome to some degree.
However, Vale wanted to also show that even the one with bottom-tier talent could shine if he was the one supporting them.
Furthermore, it would be a great marketing for his Academy if the Summoner who was ignored by the Order of the Enlightened Threads managed to beat their best talents instead!
If that happened, it wouldn't just be the Summoning Arts Faction that would rethink their ability to find talents, but also all the other factions. They would realize that the Marshall Academy could truly awaken the hidden potential of the young Arcanists.
"Cecilia… Strength is not only measured by what you have now. It's measured by what you can become. I see potential in you, and I want to be part of your growth…"
The words struck her deeply. She lowered her head as she considered his words carefully while gripping her Grimoire tightly.
