Although the Master of this mansion was Roswaal, in terms of status, Emilia, as a candidate for the Royal Selection, was the most esteemed person in this mansion.
However, it was never the custom for the most esteemed individual to personally intervene in solving such problems.
"But..." Emilia expressed her concern. "If no one resolves this issue, what will happen to the villagers in the village?"
It must be said that Emilia was still as naive and kind-hearted as ever.
Perhaps, in this silver-haired Half-Elf's heart, the well-being of others was more important than her own.
So, Emilia didn't realize that her kind personality had the power to awaken the kindness in anyone with a conscience.
Even those without a conscience, upon seeing Emilia's behavior, if they remained indifferent, their image in the eyes of others would plummet, wouldn't it?
Therefore, this was the most invisible and deadly form of condemnation.
Condemnation for those who witnessed the situation but still didn't lend a helping hand.
"...Am I being dragged into this without even lifting a finger?" Fang Li couldn't help but sigh.
After the sigh, Fang Li once again displayed his decisiveness and spontaneity, decisively changing his mind.
"Anyway, idle hands are the devil's workshop."
This sentence was clearly heard by Emilia and Roswaal.
"Oh?" Roswaal teased. "Can I take this as Sir Fang Li accepting my commission?"
"For now, I'll just take a stroll in the village," Fang Li said directly. "As for whether I'll complete your commission, we'll see about that."
"Is that so?" Roswaal smiled contentedly. "Then I'll leave it to you."
When Roswaal's words fell in the study, before Fang Li could react, a cold system notification suddenly sounded in his mind.
"Serial Number 11273 triggers B-Rank Side Quest: Margrave's Commission."
"Quest Details: Locate the Curse User operating covertly in Mathers' territory and eliminate the threat of the Curse Technique."
"Quest Reward: 20,000 Exchange Points."
Listening to the notification from his mind, Fang Li's eyes flickered slightly, and he couldn't help but smile.
Unexpectedly, his decision to do as he pleased had triggered a Side Quest.
This was indeed a pleasant surprise.
"At least, this trip will be worthwhile."
After leaving behind this sentence that neither Emilia nor Roswaal could understand, Fang Li waved his hand and walked out of the study.
Regarding this, Roswaal couldn't help but feel emotional. "I thought it would take more effort to get him to accept my commission, but once again, he surprised me. He's truly a difficult person to deal with and a much more difficult person to understand."
No matter how you looked at it, Roswaal was a noble with prestige and influence, and he was also the kingdom's strongest mage. What kind of person hadn't he encountered?
However, Fang Li's decisive and spontaneous actions, which defied attempts to manipulate his personality and behavior to some extent, might truly be a natural enemy to those accustomed to controlling others, such as the upper echelons.
It was because of this that there were many instances in the past where those in power had all fallen before Fang Li.
Amatori Biba was an example.
Rollins Wright was an example.
Charlotte Holmes was also an example.
As Roswaal pondered this, Emilia had already caught up to him.
...
"Fang Li!"
In the mansion corridor, Fang Li, who was about to descend the stairs, was called out by Emilia's voice. He stopped, turned his head, and looked over.
Emilia was jogging towards him, arriving in front of Fang Li.
"What's wrong?" Fang Li asked curiously. "Is there something else?"
"No, I'm just worried that you might be pushing yourself too hard alone," Emilia shook her head, looking visibly concerned, and repeated, "Why don't I ask Pack to accompany you?"
"No need." Fang Li didn't hesitate, refusing directly. "Even if you ask Pack to go with me, he won't go."
"Eh?" Emilia was slightly taken aback and asked, "Why?"
"Isn't that obvious?" Fang Li chuckled. "Right now, there's a group of fanatics eyeing you. How could Pack let you stay alone in the mansion?"
"This..." Emilia was momentarily at a loss for words.
"Don't worry about me," Fang Li reassured Emilia. "I've handled similar situations many times before. When I was a Butei, I executed countless missions to apprehend criminals."
"Butei?" Emilia asked in confusion. "What's a Butei?"
"Butei..." Fang Li scratched his cheek, then spread out his hands and explained, "It's a group of order maintainers who accept commissions from others to solve problems."
"Isn't that the job of guards or knights?" Emilia asked in surprise. "So, were you a guard or a knight before?"
"It's not as noble as that class," Fang Li retorted. "While the result is similar, Butei, unlike guards and knights, operates for rewards. Instead of guards or knights, it's more like being a mercenary."
"Mercenary?" Emilia seemed genuinely intrigued as if she had just realized something. "So, you used to be a mercenary?"
"Yeah, something like that," Fang Li chuckled again, addressing Emilia. "Anyway, there's nothing for you to worry about. Even if it turns into a fight in the end, that's my area of expertise. No, I'm even better at that than apprehending criminals. You just stay in the mansion and wait for news."
Hearing this, Emilia smiled with a troubled expression and spoke helplessly.
"Well, I know Fang Li is reliable. There's no need for me to worry."
With that, Emilia extended her hand and placed her delicate palm on Fang Li's chest, closing her eyes as if praying, whispering softly.
"May the spirits bless you."
This sentence, like possessing magical power, penetrated deep into Fang Li's heart.
Even Fang Li couldn't escape from it.
Looking at Emilia like this, Fang Li couldn't help but chuckle bitterly.
"I increasingly don't understand why you've faced rejection. Isn't it obvious that you're like a goddess, the existence everyone hopes to pursue?"
"Huh?" Emilia opened her eyes, once again puzzled. "What are you saying?"
"Nothing." Fang Li flicked Emilia's forehead, ignoring her yelp of pain, and suddenly smiled.
"Well, I'll be off then."
With that said, Fang Li descended the stairs.
Watching Fang Li's departing figure, Emilia gently touched her forehead, muttering sincerely.
"Come back soon..."
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