As such, this issuing of the badge and pharmacist suit was just for ceremonial purposes. As he had lost the bet, Daniel was actually running naked! In light of this, Alex obviously had no plans to wait for Daniel to return!

"We aren't going to waste time waiting for him. His badge and pharmacist suit will be given to him later," Alex calmly said, "Now, you will be awarded with the F-grade pharmacist badge and the pharmacist suit."

Steve and the rest all lined up on the podium. Their badges and pharmacist suits were all ready and waiting for them.

Ding!

Just then, Alex received an electronic call, which he immediately answered. Not long afterward, he exclaimed, "President Gaffielbo is personally coming to present the badges and the pharmacist suits!"

"Why does he have to come in person to present the F-grade pharmacist certification?" one of the new recruits piped up. All of the new pharmacists were similarly stunned and curious.

After all, it was a great honor for President Gaffielbo to personally present them with the pharmacist badge and pharmacist suit. In the past, the F-grade pharmacist certification ceremony was usually conducted by a maximum of three F-grade pharmacists. If it happened to be a special ceremony, there would be an E-grade pharmacist as the host.

The president of the Stanlos branch was a C-grade pharmacist and had a lofty status. In fact, within the Stanlos Base Camp, he was a considered a first-cla.s.s big shot.

Even the Haus family's and Baron Paul's statuses were far inferior to Gaffielbo's. Only people like the Chief Instructor of the Army, the Chief Commander of the Base Camp, the Chief Executive of the highest leaders.h.i.+p of the n.o.bles and the President of the Stanlos Chamber of Commerce had statuses that were on par with Gaffielbo.

Usually, President Gaffielbo would only come in person for the D-grade pharmacist certification ceremony. And to think, right now, these apprentices were just F-grade level!

Everyone was so excited! Even Catherine's eyes shone. Though her face looked calm, it was clear that her heart was elated.

Only Steve frowned upon hearing the news. He thought to himself that it might not necessarily be a good thing that Gaffielbo was coming in person.

Soon after this commotion, Gaffielbo arrived at the scene, followed by more than ten D-grade pharmacists, all of whom were wearing their D-grade badges. The apprentices were in a frenzy of excitement at the arrival of such a special group of VIPs.

"Ahhhh!" That's my idol! Pharmacist Correstel. He's the youngest D-grade pharmacist ever!" a woman screamed fanatically.

"President Gaffielbo… I am really seeing President Gaffielbo in person…"

"No one has ever seen such a big event, where fifteen D-grade pharmacists and President Gaffielbo are all present!"

Even Alex looked nervous. As an F-grade pharmacist, it was already difficult for him to see a D-grade pharmacist on normal days. This was because any one of the D-grade pharmacists was considered a big shot in the their eyes.

The Blue Star continent was a privileged society. It was different from dynasties and democracy, but somewhat similar to the two systems.

At the Stanlos Base Camp, Gaffielbo was like the Emperor. Even though his power was largely divided among the D-grade pharmacists, as he was a C-grade pharmacist himself, no one dared to go against him.

"Mr. President, what brought you here?" asked Alex respectfully.

The entire group of D-grade pharmacists was completely silent. They all wanted to see for themselves who the clown pharmacist was, so they had come along.

"Ha ha, Alex, you did a good job in bringing so many geniuses to the Pharmacists Guild this year," Gaffielbo said with encouragement.

Alex blushed with excitement, as being complimented by the President was a great honor. Gaffielbo then looked at the 10 new F-grade pharmacists on the stage and said, "All of you did very well. The Guild will depend on you to grow and prosper in the future."

A group of people, including Earl and Lance, were flushed with excitement. Although they were not as crazy as the apprentices, the looks on their faces showed that their emotions were touched.

"Mr. President, we will work hard to develop the Stanlos Base Camp," one of the apprentices said.

Just when they were all so excited, no one had noticed that Gaffielbo's eyes secretly glanced at a certain person, then quickly looked back again. He then said, "Let's not waste any more time. Let the ceremony begin."

Gaffielbo smiled, his demeanor affable. In fact, he didn't look anything like the President of the Guild, nor did he have any of the usual authoritative or snotty presence about him. Seeing this, even the 15-D grade pharmacists, who were standing at the back, looked surprised.

Steve was the last in line. As Gaffielbo presented them with the badges, the newcomers were all thrilled.

"Mr. Gaffielbo, you've always been my most admired pharmacist, especially when you developed the C-grade rapid serum, which increased the speed by 20% as compared to the serums in the past. It had such a great impact on the Level-three Evolved Beings! This is so incredible ..." Earl was so excited meeting with Gaffielbo, he became instantly incoherent.

"Hahaha, you are Earl. I remember you," Gaffielbo smiled and patted Earl on his shoulder. "Your potential is comparable to Catherine's. Work harder in the future."

"I will!" "Earl was so encouraged by Gaffielbo's words, he nearly fainted with excitement. After all, it was his first time meeting such an important person.

"Miss Catherine, you have done a good job as well," Gaffielbo smiled and handed Catherine her badge and suit. Even though Catherine was still looking seemingly indifferent, Steve, who was standing beside her, noticed that Catherine's ears were flushed with excitement.

"Mr. Gaffielbo, can I follow you, maybe even learn more about the serum?" Catherine suddenly spoke up with a very abrupt request.

Even the D-grade pharmacists, who were standing at the back, were stunned. Alex's brows furrowed, as he felt that Catherine's request was a bit too much.

After all, Gaffielbo was a C-grade pharmacist. Even the D-grade pharmacists were eager to follow him and learn from him. So, it was unthinkable that Catherine, who had just become a F-grade pharmacist, would make such a bold request!

"Ha ha, if you are interested, you can come and visit my research laboratory. However, I do not necessarily have time to guide you personally." Gaffielbo laughed goodnaturedly, admiring her s.p.u.n.k.

At this moment, even the D-grade pharmacists looked at Catherine with envy. It would be a great inspiration to be able to visit the C-grade pharmacist's research laboratory often, and it would also be a great help in learning to refine serum in the future!

Even a D-grade pharmacist would not be able to enter the research laboratory anytime that he wished! So, if one fostered a good relations.h.i.+p with Gaffielbo, the chances of becoming his apprentice would greatly increase.

At that point, Steve was the only one who had yet to be presented with his badge and suit. Gaffielbo's hands trembled at the sight of Steve, but no one else noticed...