Clarence kept his expression neutral, but inside, he was boiling with rage. Never in a million years would he have guessed that the man he was about to push out the door might suddenly become Pedro's apprentice on probation.

Then again, he remembered how difficult Pedro's tests typically were, which calmed him somewhat. Felix would probably fail anyway. Did he seriously think memorizing a few herbs would impress Pedro? He could keep dreaming!

"Everyone's here. Let the test begin."

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