STARTING WITH AN SSS-RANK SWORDSMANSHIP TALENT

An hour after the friendly duels, everyone was still discussing the impressive performances of the Knight Apprentices.

“The three people sent by House Silversword all entered the final four. Just how did they unearth those talents?”

“I heard that it was Lord Alaric who took in those kids from the orphanage. I can’t believe that there are actually so many hidden gems in that place.”

Many northern lords gathered around Alaric to praise his foresight.

“My lord, I envy you for discovering those young talents!”

“Indeed! How did you find them, my lord?”

Alaric smiled faintly at the enthusiastic crowd. “To tell you the truth, I only intended to help the orphanage get back on its feet. Seeing those children barely surviving with limited resources…”

He answered their queries, but he omitted some important details that shouldn’t be said.

The celebration continued until late evening.

***

In the next few days, the guests finally left the estate and returned to their homes.

On the 5th of April, Lucas returned to North Pine Town, but he didn’t come alone.

“Lord Lucas, I would like to thank you once more for accepting my unreasonable request.” Tyrone cupped his fists to express his gratitude.

When he received the crown prince’s orders, he went after Lucas in a hurry and after almost a day of non-stop travel on his horse, he eventually caught up with him.

They had traveled together since then.

“Lord Tyrone, you have already thanked me three times.” Lucas stared speechlessly at the old marquis.

“Hahaha! Is that so? It seems like I am forgetting things a lot lately.” Tyrone laughed while slapping his thigh.

Lucas noticed the unusual friendliness of the old marquis. At first, he thought that it was just an act, but he realized that the old man was genuinely interested in befriending him.

Does the crown prince intend to invite me to his faction?

Lucas thought as he looked at the old marquis.

Meanwhile, Tyrone was secretly inspecting the town.

He noticed that new houses were being constructed.

Those people should be the former residents of Alverton.

They had already received reports about the events that took place in Alverton. Even until now, he was still shocked by the military power that House Silversword had revealed.

Half an hour later, they arrived at the estate.

The gatekeepers were stunned when they saw the baron.

Lucas and Tyrone came in secretly so no one noticed their arrival to the town.

“My lord!”

Lucas waved his hand and gestured at them to not make a fuss.

“I hope you do not mind my humble estate, my lord.” Said Lucas as he made an inviting gesture.

“Haha! Your worries are unnecessary, my lord. I am not the kind of person who cares about trivial things like appearances.” Tyrone chuckled.

The two chatted as they headed to the main mansion.

By the time they arrived, a group of people was already waiting for them.

“Congratulations on keeping your rank on the Astanian Dragon Leaderboard, my lord!”

Lucas smiled and nodded. Seeing the familiar faces after leaving home for a while made him feel happy. “Let us talk about this later.”

He then turned his gaze to the old man beside him and said. “This is Marquis Tyrone Agalsitar.”

Except for Alaric, everyone else was flabbergasted upon hearing his introduction.

A marquis was a high-ranking noble. There wasn’t even a figure at this level in the North so they were shocked by the old man’s identity.

Meanwhile, Alaric was feeling a bit emotional when he saw the old marquis.

In his past life, the marquis was his direct superior and he had learned a lot of things from him. It was mostly because of his teachings that he was able to become an Elite Knight.

Marquis Tyrone Agalsitar…

As if sensing his gaze, the old man stared at him.

Hm?!

Alaric’s striking white hair made him recall a certain person.

“My lord, this is my son, Alaric.” Lucas’s voice drifted into his ears, pulling him from his thoughts.

“Oh!” Tyrone adjusted his emotions, but the more he stared at the young man, the more agitated he became.

The resemblance…

Lucas noticed the sudden change in his expression and thought that the old man wasn’t feeling well. “Are you alright, my lord?”

Tyrone suppressed his agitation and nodded while waving his hand. “I am fine. I think I am just tired from the journey.”

Lucas felt that the old marquis was hiding something, but he didn’t probe further.

“Prepare Lord Tyrone’s accommodation immediately!” He instructed the servants.

Tyrone took one last glance at Alaric before he followed the servants.

Alaric was feeling confused. When he first met the old marquis, he also showed the same reaction. He once asked the marquis about this, but the old man refused to answer.

He looked at Lucas with an inquisitive gaze, but the latter shook his head.

“We will talk later. I will go and talk with the marquis first.” Lucas hugged his wife and tapped his son’s shoulder.

Maria nodded without saying anything.

After Lucas left, the crowd dispersed and went to do their respective tasks.

Alaric remained standing outside the main mansion still baffled by the old man’s reaction.

I must get answers in this life…

He turned around and headed to the training ground to begin his daily mission. He had been so busy after the orc subjugation that he almost had no time to complete his daily training.

Alaric Silversword [Elite Knight] EXP:142—> 163/1000

Potential: A

Traits: Horseback Riding (C), Swordsmanship (SSS), Close Combat (C), Archery (E), Hunting (E), Tracking (E), Sixth Sense (E), Monster Affinity (F), Mana Gathering (C), Appraisal (B)

Strength: 170

Stamina: 180

Agility: 180

Vitality: 150

Endurance: 160

Mana: 228

Battle Points: 1780 —> 1920

Stat Points: 40 —> 61

(Requirements for the next advancement: 1000 EXP, 250 in all attributes, and 10000 Battle Points)

He had only completed seven daily missions in the past few weeks. Luckily, there was no penalty or he would be devastated.

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