The Clerk's shock was understandable.
Getting a C - quality rating within an hour of refining was unheard of. The old man stared at Hex as if he had found a treasure.
"T-this is…Heavens…," the man stammered, not knowing how to proceed. Hex watched the man's shocked response with a calm expression. Inwardly, he was thanking his luck.
'Thank the Heavens I kept my disguise on.'
"I guess I got lucky," he said with a chuckle. "What is it worth in coins?"
Hex was already content with the amount of energy he absorbed. But to avoid suspicion, he asked the Clerk about the payment.
Although the old man was still in shock, he still retrieved a pouch with coins.
"A C-quality crystal pays five hundred coins."
Hex happily took the pouch. 'Not only was I able to absorb energy at their cost, they even are paying me for it.' Hex almost burst out laughing.
Just as he was about to leave the temple, the old Clerk stopped him.
"Sir, wait please."
