Becoming the head of the house sounds great in principle but when the previous head drops a mountain of owed favours it feels like a scam.

Emile's goal in life was simple, work on his experiments, take care of his disciples and keep out of trouble. This plan was working until his master decided to retire early and go into seclusion. She then made him the seat of darkness and the leader of their house. Well, that wasn't an issue, he could just delegate the responsibilities like his master had and now he has access to more resources and wealth.

Hmm… What do you mean there is a group of archmages, dragons and elves demanding that he fulfils his master's debts? That is how Emile went from a recluse mage to being an errand boy for some of the greatest masters of magic and combat that the world has ever seen.

[Slow Burn] [Soft Magic system] [Pseudo-Xianxia] [Half Slice of Life/Half Adventure]