After examining Yianni closely, James picked up the wine jar again and finished its contents.

Yianni watched him, waiting for a clear explanation. After a long time, James tossed the empty jar away and reached for the third one. As he was about to open it, Yianni pressed it down with his hand.

The two locked eyes, their gazes filled with complex emotions. After a while, they shared a knowing smile and then simultaneously withdrew their hands.

Yianni took his time, then said, “I’ll be leaving, but before that, I want to tell you something from my heart.”

James shrugged and replied with a smile, “The greatest responsibility of a teacher is to answer their disciples' questions and solve their doubts. I’ve been waiting for a long time, and I am all ears.”

Yianni took a deep breath, slowly stood up, and turned his back to James.

“Since you’re already the ruler of the Haleth Realm, what new understanding do you have of Paths?”

James replied calmly, “I don’t need to understand. Every m