The girl dorms; almost immediately after Bradque called Anastasia. *Sniff sniff* "Emilia stop being downcast it's been almost a week already" The current scene was hilarious, a sixteen-year-old was trying her hardest to pacify a young adult with a teddy bear. After receiving orders from that man Anastasia quickly tried her best to get Emilia back to normal. "At this point what is normal?" *sigh* a sigh escaped her lips. If she could not rein Emilia under control, Robert explicitly assured her death. "Princess where should we go from now? No this is all my fault, I failed as your guard and underestimated that spawn of evil that's why-" looking at the terrible psychological mess her subordinate was in Anastasia angrily thought 'That heartless man had caused Emilia to spiral into depression and low self-esteem' crossing her index finger over her loyal knight's lips Anastasia slowly lifted her chin and stared passionately at Emilia's eyes as if to express her understanding. "Princess I-" "hmmm..f" surprisingly it was Emilia who initiated the kiss. Emilia's eyes were wide opened as she was shocked at her hot-headed decision while stammering to explain "No need to apologize it has been long we...you know?" looking at the flushed cute face of her princess, Emilia pinned her down as a tigress would handle her prey. "Anastasia I love you" towards the confession of her knight she simply replied with another passionate kiss. After the thread of saliva had been broken from their shared kiss, she opened her arms to accept the love of Emilia. Emilia saw the erotic state of her princess and discarded her morals and sunk into pleasure right away. While the two girls were seriously engaged in combat, tossing and turning the bedsheets, Anastasia was deep in thought 'Even if using pleasure as a form of escaping reality could restore your state of mind Emilia I am willing'.
Greg's office was experiencing a turbulent mix of emotions, Greg himself was astonished at the growth of his 'nephew' while Cassius was immersed in his fantasy unaware of how close the doors of hell were to him. But Bradque was accepting the praises of his father simultaneously watching Grace's reaction. 'At the time when I read her memories her fury was through the roof, how well can you restrain yourself for my sake' Bradque had decided that if Grace could not pass this test he could only slightly extend her expiry date. "Son, who is this beautiful maiden you brought with you today?". "Father she is Beatrice, a lady I met recently during my training on the 4th floor of the dungeon. '*Slash* unsheathing her broadsword she swung with both hands towards Cassius without giving leeway, "What are you doing Grace?" her master screamed at the top of his lungs '. "Beatrice? Beatrice?!" Bradque saw the trembling hands of his subordinate and knew what she was thinking of although he was slightly disappointed he expected this outcome. However, almost immediately the scary expression on "Beatrice's" face was replaced with a cheerful disposition. Burying grudges deep within your heart could be painful, especially when the hatred in your heart had been fermented for a long time. Similar to a strong wine when uncorked it could cause the bearer of the grudge to be drunk in their emotions. 'You passed Grace although I conducted this test for my amusement. You passed that's all that matters.' A sadistic smile appeared on his face while he watched Cassius and 'Beatrice' exchanged words while she was giggling. 'Now we can't leave this wolf out can we?' "Uncle Greg it has been a long time." towards the sarcastic tone of his nephew he knew what he meant. By abandoning his nephew and neglecting his bullies, he had truly retaliated by stepping out of line this time. "Robby, you must under-" on the face of his nephew was an undisguised disgust on his face when he replied, "Robert, my name is Robert, got it, Old man?" "Hahhahahhah, big brother behind the appealing appearance you are actually, Oh yeah that reminds me Robert did you know how old this your uncle is? In fact, by the time, I was born he-". *kkkrkk* *boom* the windows had shattered and a fierce whirlwind was blowing everything in the office into disorder. Calmly observing the power level of this priest Bradque slightly frowned, looks like he is not someone I can defeat easily. 'System display Greg's Status' *Affirmative Master*
Name: Greg Bern (Optimum State)
Title: 23rd High Priest of the Human Empire
Level: 8
Family: God of Light
Abilities: Marksmanship (S+)
Spells: Whirlwind(A), Royal blaze(A+), Earth shield(B+)
MP: 8,900
Strength: Level 8
Agility: Level 8
Staring at his 'Uncles' status Bradque was given a shock 'Before this Greg was too powerful for me to know his level but now I see it I am astonished. A thousand increase in MP per level but he has 8900, he must have a magic casting tool or is on the verge of breaking through to Level 9. What a scary bastard. What is even scarier is that man calling himself my father'. After all throughout his battles so far Bradque had used his overwhelming mana reserves and high cultivation to suppress his adversaries. In terms of technique, he was immensely lacking. After coming back to his senses and seeing the mess he had caused, Greg had calmed down and apologized "My apologies I lost myself in the heat of the moment" facing this scary priest expressing his apology by bowing slightly, Bradque and the others in the room quickly laughed it off. 'Moments ago we could have ceased to exist if uncle had not reined his emotions back' what a sharp technique. 'System did you record that spell?' *Affirmative spell identified as an Esoteric spell according to the database* 'An esoteric spell huh? looks like my days of brandishing weapons would have to come to a halt for a while'. "Uncle Greg, that spell of yours was super impressive, is there a way I can learn that kind of spell?" Shaking their heads with a wry smile Grace and Cassius both thought 'They were almost killed and the only thing going through this blockhead's mind was to learn this powerful spell'. Perhaps surprised by his 'eccentric' nephew, he felt genuine happiness. "Sorry this spell is called an esoteric spell and you need to be an exceptional student to be presented spells of this caliber" as if sympathizing to the downcast expression of his nephew he quickly added, "Although I can recommend you as an exceptional, you have to pass the theoretical test and then the tournament, the top five students would be given the privilege of exceptional". Seeing the sparkling eyes of his nephew he was still perplexed what came over him to suspect him.'I must have been wrong about him '. "Thank you, Uncle Greg" seeing the polite posture of his nephew he humbly replied" No problem you earned it. After all, a fifteen-year-old at level 5 is a great accomplishment. But that should not cause you to relent, the tournament begins three months from now. Do not drag the Bern's reputation in the mud." Cassius revealed a nostalgic look when Greg mentioned Bern's reputation. "High Priest!!!" From the hallway, numerous battle priests were anxiously approaching the office due to the earlier commotion. "Cassius this is all your fault" with an aggrieved growl the High priest angrily pointed at this crude brother of his "Ehhhh? what do you mean my fault? The main reason is you who could not take a joke?" Watching these grown men bickering 'Robert' was about to sneak out when his father gave him a warning in a grave tone "Son do stay away from the Princess or any other prestigious girls until you win the tournament" nodding halfheartedly 'Robert' replied seriously to assure his father "My mind is made up, I don't intend to cause more trouble" nodding in satisfaction the Count replied, "Then that's for the best".
It was already getting late and the moon was peeping behind the cloud, which did not deter the chilly light of the moon was shining. From the Professor's quarters, two silhouettes were making their way to the dormitories. "Grace so how was he?, Even you could feel how strong that man is right?" while walking back to the dormitories with Grace tailing behind him Bradque asked Grace revealing a grin. "Hmm? what's the matter?" surprised at his subordinate's awkward silence he turned to see she had stopped walking. "You knew didn't you?" feigning ignorance with a questioning tone he asked "Excuse me?" gritting her teeth and squeezing her fists she asked "You knew how strong Cassisus Bern was and only let me see him so that-" Bradque swiftly interrupted her "Yes I knew how strong Cassius was, your bloodline will only stagnate you at Level 6" frightened by her master's change of visage she stepped back while he advanced. Bradque stared down at her with a mocking gaze replying "YOU NEED ME". 'System display Cassius Bern's Status'
Name: Geralt (Cassius Bern[Possessed])
Title: The Diabolical Baron,[Possessed]
Rank: Demon Emperor (Level 10) Holy Knight (6)
Ability: Swordsmanship(Lvl 10), Spearmanship(Lvl 10)
Curse: Cerberus(10% Boosts in all stats)
MP:11000
Strength: Lvl 10
Agility: Lvl 8
*Warning: Curse series may further increase or affect status above*
'It looks like Cassis Bern is dead , something might have gone wrong with his ritual, and is now possessed by a Demon Emperor of the family of Hades.' What an interesting development. Even a high priest could not discern through his disguise.' Facing the distraught Grace he hugged her tightly with a serious expression on his face. The foggy clouds had finally moved past the moon bathing both of them in its gentle light. Enraptured at the moment she tried pushing him away embarrassingly but he grabbed her tightly and gazed at her resolutely " For the next two hundred years your burden is mine, your success and failure is mine." perhaps startled by the sudden proclamation she still responded "That's all?" confused Bradque barked "What did you expect? I am not really proficient in heartfelt speeches". Watching his irritated expression Grace just giggled and replied seriously "Arden Master". "What are you looking at we need to take dinner Master", "You know at our level of cultivation food is not necessary. Watch your weight or else-" facing the grieved Grace he quickly changed the topic "Let us head to the castle for dinner before communicating with Anastasia" nodding her head in approval the two of them continued down the path to the dormitories. In the bushes, a figure was spying on 'Robert' and Grace. The pair of green eyes filled with curiosity blinked before muttering softly. "So he is the one huh?"