“Miss Maria, as a servant, the decision Lies not within my purview, does it? The esteemed Mrs. Jenkins and the venerable board of elders shall make the final decision. Besides, not everyone can partake in the family competition. Even if they possess talent in ancient martial arts, their skill must reach a certain level or be of a rare nature, such as that of a prodigious pill alchemist.”

Doris fabricated excuses to deny Maria's request.

However, Maria smiled faintly upon hearing this. "I agree with you. One is a third-level practitioner of ancient martial arts who has the skill of physical combat, while the other is a newbie who possesses the gift of pill alchemist. They fit the bill perfectly for what you've described!"

"I " Doris almost rolled her eyes. The only thing left for her to do was to say, "I'll go to ask permission from Mrs. Jenkins!"

When Maria heard that, a small grin played on her face.