Chapter 369
Raon snickered while looking at Dorians trembling lips. He was glancing at him with worry because he thought that hed made a grave mistake.
Hes so special.
Raon had only repeated what Adis had said about the exam, but he actually went ahead and even said the tell him that part.
[You didnt need to say that part.]
[I-Im sorry!]
Even his aura message was trembling.
[Well, it cant be helped since youve already done it.]
Ill cover it up with confidence.
Raon confidently raised his chin even though theyd found out that he was the one giving the instructions.
What the hell is wrong with you?
Wrath furrowed his brow in bewilderment.
Did the madwoman mind-control you or something when she kidnapped you?
He already knew that I was the one giving those instructions.
Raon could see from Borgoss eyes that he was aware of who was making the decisions in the negotiation.
The tell him that had only confirmed his suspicions.
Sit at the table if you are going to do that.
Borgos pointed at an empty seat while saying the same thing as Wrath.
Im just an outsider in this matter.
Raon shook his hand with a smile.
Outsider? He looks more like an outsider in my eyes.
Borgos laughed bitterly while looking at Dorian.
No way. Dorian is the one who is about to be the Sephia companys successor.
And that successor is in the palm of your hand!
I was just doing it for Dorians sake.
Bullshit! Say that again after you remove that greed brimming from your eyes!
Raon rubbed around his eyes with his sleeve and blinked.
I removed it.
Ugh! He wants to beat you up to death!
Wraths plump fist trembled violently from anger.
Haa, I never expected it to be so difficult to deal with a young man.
Borgos sighed deeply.
Please sit at the table.
It would be impolite to refuse an elders request twice.
Raon immediately sat next to Dorian.
Ill be standing!
Dorian also immediately stood up and smiled cheerfully. They both looked so peacefulas if theyd returned to where they should belong.
Yes, this is more like it.
Borgos nodded with an enervated smile.
Alright, we can finally discuss it. White Sword Dragon, I suspect that you arent looking for money.
There was no way someone like Raon Zieghart would simply ask for money. Borgos was certain that he mustve been looking for something else.
What could it be Ah!
As he thought about Raons actions, he remembered the scabbard hed shown him under the pretense of coincidence.
The sword felt like Vulcans, while the dagger felt like Kuberads. Which means what he wants might be
Borgos raised his eyes to look at Raon. His suspicion was confirmed upon meeting eyes that were as deep as a lake.
That was it.
He smiled in satisfaction as he fiddled with the contract.
Raon remained as calm as always and licked his lip while watching Borgos.
I wasnt though. I was looking for money
He couldnt tell what Borgos was thinking about, but he just wanted money.
Because the drake is just extra.
The only goal he had at the company was to make Dorian the successor.
He didnt exactly care about the corpse because he even managed to get the drake heart to make Sylvias energy center thanks to the trial asking for a drake. He was going to be satisfied with being paid a decent price.
I knew it!
Borgos nodded wildly. He mustve taken the silence as a yes.
What the hell is that shorty dirtbag saying right now?
Wrath furrowed his brow while looking at Borgos.
I wonder
Who does he even think you are? You are just a punk with a money addiction!
You mustve been lifting your cape over and over to show me the two swords. The sword is from Vulcan and the dagger is made by Kuberad, am I right?
Thats true.
Raon wasnt trying to show him the swords at all, but he simply nodded because the part about who had crafted those blades was correct.
Can I take a look at them?
Yes.
Raon took out Heavenly Drive and the Blade of Requiem and gave them to him, curious about how far Borgos was about to go.
Shring!
Borgos started by drawing the Blade of Requiem. His eyes trembled upon seeing the red color of the blade.
A possessed blade. Moreover, this possessed blade is burning with resentment by sacrificing itself as fuel. There mustve been an unfortunate incident for Kuberad to forge this.
He bitterly caressed the Blade of Requiems edge.
He mustve done his best. It should be one of the better weapons from Kuberad.
Borgos admired and returned the Blade of Requiem to its scabbard before he unsheathed Heavenly Drive.
A clean and refined touch, its definitely Vulcans work. This sword grows alongside its owner. It can become a divine sword or a demonic sword depending on how its used, and it looks like your path isnt decided yet.
He smiled while watching Heavenly Drives blade.
Thank you for the feast.
Borgos returned the two swords with a smile.
White Sword Dragon, you must be looking for equipment that wont be outdone by those two swords.
He nodded with a satisfied expression that suggested that he finally understood everything.
No, I
You provoked this Borgos by showing him those two swords, not bad.
Uhh
I cant lose to Vulcan and Kuberad! Tell me what you want!
Borgos slammed the table, telling him to say anything he wanted.
Raon gasped while watching the passionate flame in Borgoss eyes.
Is this really happening?
Raon fell silent and thought about it, then remembered the conversation theyd previously had.
He asked me to let him follow me.
He had come along with Palen and begged for Raon to let him be a follower. Raon also remembered that hed told him to wait since he had a more important matter to attend to.
Itd been a whole month since then, and he mustve been waiting for the response while staying in the company.
Is it because hes a knight?
He was originally a knight from the Warner Kingdom. Knights had a tendency to obey their master no matter what, unlike swordsmen, and Raon figured that was the reason hed been obeying that order.
He mustve been serious about it.
Raon could assume that he must not have been lying about becoming a follower.
Am I really getting a Master for free? No, it cant be. He might be serious right now, but he will probably change his mind soon enough.
Since human nature didnt change so easily, Raon wanted to test his patience.
Mark Goetten.
Yes.
Your body still doesnt seem to be in a good state.
Im sorry. Ive been training, but
Do you see the mountain over there?
Raon pointed at a steep rocky mountain located to the west of Rokan City.
Do four round trips to that mountain per day without using your aura. It will be extremely helpful in recovering your ruined body. If you cant, then
Ill do it!
Mark Goetten nodded and took off his clothes before immediately running towards the mountain.
V-vice squad leader!
Raon was watching his back when Dorian came running at him while panting.
You left me behind, that was so mean!
Dorian raised his head with a frown.
Im sorry.
Raon smiled gently at Dorian.
Do you want to run away from those people?
I do. Im not used to this, and Im also sad that they are looking for me only after I won the trial
Dorian sighed briefly.
In that case, I have the perfect solution.
Solution?
Dont do it!
Wrath suddenly raised his head.
It will definitely end up badly for you. Just look at his smile!
He was giving a powerful warning, but Dorian obviously couldnt hear him.
Will you do it?
I will!
Raon smiled and pointed at the rocky mountain, where Mark Goetten had run a moment ago.
Mark Goetten should be over there. You should observe him and climb those rocks four times a day.
Rock climbing without any equipment was extremely helpful for developing the fingers and wrists, which are important for using a sword, and even helped the lower and upper bodys development in addition to a sense of balance. Since Dorians body wasnt mature yet, it was the perfect training for him.
S-say that again?
Climb the mountain. Go now!
I-I dont want to do it after all.
Dorian frantically shook his head.
Id rather see those merchants instead
I just remembered, you called me a psychopath before, right? Lets do focus enhancement training instead
Ill be back!
He covered his ears and hurriedly ran towards the rocky mountain.
Raon nodded in satisfaction while watching Mark Goetten run with Dorian following him.
What a perfect sight.
Were you a loan shark in your previous life?
* * *
The next day, Raon went to Adis Sephias office, guided by his butler, Ligwin. He was slightly nervous because it was the first time he had been called for without Dorian.
Why is he calling for me?
He couldnt understand why he was calling for him because the successor had already decided. Also, the negotiations were over.
The King of Essence knows the answer.
Wrath sneered, the corners of his lips curved into a long smile.
What is it?
Its obvious. He finally got his cowardly kid to be his successor, but hes acting like your underling. Its only natural that his father would be angry with that.
He giggled, saying that it was such a foolish move to make the successor of a large company monitor Mark Goetten.
Hmm That might be the case.
Since Adis cherished Dorian despite how he looked, Raon thought it wasnt completely impossible. He couldnt exactly rebuke him because he didnt really know how other families were.
You deserve a hard time!
Wrath grinned, saying that it would be a fun sight.
A berry pie would be perfect to have while watching this.
Seriously?
Wrath stuck his tongue out while laughing at him, and Raon kicked him away before standing in front of Adiss office. Just like the last time, Ligwin looked like he wasnt planning to enter and quietly opened the door for him.
Please enter.
Raon nodded at Ligwin and entered the office. Unlike the other times, Adis Sephia was sitting at a table at the center instead of at his desk.
You called for me?
Thank you for coming. Please sit over there.
Adiss voice sounded colder and more unfavorable than the other times.
You should be aware that I dont like beating around the bush. Can I get right into the topic?
His gaze also felt sharper. Raon thought that Wrath might have guessed right.
Yes.
Raon briefly caught his breath and nodded.
His voice already sounds so angry. Get ready to be criticized.
Wrath started dancing while wagging his finger, but his wish never came true.
The Sephia company would like to invest in Zieghart. No, its correct to say that wed like to invest in Raon Zieghart.
Adis Sephia stared at Raon with serious eyes.
Heh?
Wrath bit his lip tightly while looking into Adiss clear eyes.
H-he was another doormat!
He started to squirm in the air, saying that it couldnt be happening.
You are from one of the five largest companies! Why are you volunteering to be a doormat?!
Is it hereditary?