Chapter 116

Chapter 116

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Chapter 116

"Right. Thanks for telling me. Take this."

"Oh, you shouldn't have...."

"It's not just a handout. You have to hide it well so that he doesn't notice."

"That won't be as easy as you think, sir."

Even as the servant spoke those words, he didn't refuse the money. Revlin gazed upwards at a window in a room on the third floor of the annex, the light completely concealed by thick curtains, and murmured a name under his breath.

"....Nion."

His lips quivered merely at uttering the name. The boy let out a long breath, clenching his fists tightly.

"The Harvest Festival will start soon. When it does, I'll be free from my close guard. I'll be able to move without his watchful eyes... Just hold on a little longer..."

"Sir, you must leave now. The shift change is about to end and someone will come."

Turning around, the old servant gestured sternly. Revlin flipped his hat back on and quickly turned away. The area behind the annex became silent as if nobody had ever been there.

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The first event of the Harvest Festival, always held in the capital, was the 'Grand Parade'.

The Grand Parade was a massive procession circling the entire capital, involving the Imperial Knights, Imperial Mages, specially selected Elite Imperial Troops, and renowned Knightly Orders from various regions, along with other famous figures from across the continent.

To be able to participate in the parade, an event that brought together the largest crowds and was eagerly anticipated, was a great honor that could be boasted of for generations.

This year, the news that the Cavalry led by the specially invited Duke Kishiar La Orr of Pelleta would participate in the parade had surprised many, and depending on their interests, some were hoping for the Cavalry's success and others for its failure.

"I can't believe... I'm here to participate in the parade."

Yuder looked at Kanna, who was mumbling next to him. She stood proudly at the front of about ten members of the Cavalry. Despite her band being slightly skewed, indicating her position as the Deputy Commander, she seemed oblivious to it, appearing half-dazed.

"I'm nervous. Despite all the practice, I feel like my hands and feet are shaking now that I'm really here. What if I fall while walking? What if I make a mistake and the Cavalry becomes a laughing stock...." Expplôre uptodate stories at no/vel//bin(.)com

"Don't worry. Have you forgotten?"

Yuder nonchalantly spoke as he straightened her band.

"The moment we start walking, we will create a wind barrier so that even if we try to fall, we won't be able to."

"Ah, right. I... I forgot."

Kanna nodded endlessly, her mouth gaping as if she had just remembered.

“I had no other way but to keep it by my side at all times. I have yet to lose it, isn't that okay?”

“It's not okay. That's why I ordered to make a slot in the scabbard so that you can fit it in. Now, attach it.”

Only then did Yuder realize what role the groove inside the scabbard was intended to play, and he was surprised. When he carefully inserted the red gemstone, it fit perfectly, as if it was made for it from the beginning.

“Now it's complete.”

Indeed, the existence of the red gemstone meant Yuder's sword was fully completed. Although the gemstone was placed where it would not be noticeable unless one paid close attention, Yuder was satisfied with it. He preferred it this way, as being too conspicuous could cause dissatisfaction among the other members.

“Thank you.”

“You've been reducing your sleep for days, running around preparing for the festival. To be honest, I wanted to give you something better, but that was the best I could do on short notice.”

“This is more than enough.”

“I thought you would say that.”

Kishiar sighed, shaking his head slightly, and smiled.

“...”

Yuder, who was absentmindedly fiddling with the sword hilt while reminiscing about what had happened last night, glanced at Kishiar, who was chatting with the Imperial Knight Commander and the Chief Imperial Mage up ahead.

Wearing white gloves embroidered with gold thread and a flawless golden hair stylishly swept back to reveal a smooth forehead, he looked as if he were born for this day.

His tall stature stood out from a distance, and he wore a dazzling white uniform brighter than ever. Just watching him gave one a dizzying sensation. Indeed, many people were sneaking glances at Kishiar and losing their wits.

He was as beautiful as he appeared, but like Yuder, he had hardly slept and had been preparing for today. While his fatigue didn't show like it did under Yuder's eyes, he must have been quite tired.

“Yuder, Kanna. You're here.”

“Gakane.”

Just then, another tall young man entered Yuder's field of vision, obscuring Kishiar. Gakane, looking neater than usual with his red hair tied back with a black silk ribbon, had a brilliant aura about him, reminiscent of a prince from an old tale.

“Wow, Gakane. You look like a real noble lord now.”

As Kanna openly admired his appearance, Gakane, who was indeed from a distinguished family of nobility since birth, gave a perplexed smile and scratched his head.

“Ha-ha. Is that a compliment?”

“Of course!”

At Kanna's playful words, Gakane, smiling, turned to Yuder. His gaze drifted momentarily toward Yuder's hand, covered by a black glove, then quickly returned as if nothing happened.

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