8th day of September, Year 208 of the Astanian Calendar.
Alaric had just completed his daily mission.
He opened his character profile to check his progress.
Alaric Silversword [Knight] EXP: 6/500
Potential: B
Talent: Horseback Riding (D), Swordsmanship (SSS), Close Combat (D), Archery (F), Hunting (E), Tracking (F)
Strength: 28+
Stamina: 28+
Agility: 25+
Vitality: 27+
Endurance: 27+
Mana: 13+
Battle Points: 360
Stat Points: 35
(Requirements for next advancement: 500 EXP, 100 in all attributes, and 5000 Battle Points)
If I continue with this pace, I should be able to advance to the realm of Elite Knight in less than two years.
Having the ability to see my progress is definitely convenient.
Alaric smiled as he closed his character profile. He then went to observe Rasmus who was receiving training from Henry.
Rasmus was a sword user in his past life so having him train with Henry was the best choice.
The old Knight might not be a genius in mana control, but he was an expert in using the sword. Just in pure sword technique alone, he might even be better than House Silversword's commander of the Knights who was already in the realm of Elite Knight!
While he was observing the training, he saw Elena running towards him with a flustered look on her face.
"My lord!" She called out.
"Why are you in such a hurry? Did something happen?" Alaric raised an eyebrow.
Elena grabbed his hand nervously and said. "Lord Charles is here, my lord!"
When Alaric heard this name from her mouth, his eyes flashed with imperceptible rage.
Charles Silversword was the younger brother of Lucas Silversword which makes him Alaric's uncle.
The very person that he hated the most.
He must have come here for the party that will be held tomorrow, but why did he come a day earlier? What is his motive?
Alaric frowned as he thought deeply.
"Elena, you must stay close to Galanar for the time being. He will protect you."
Elena stared at him in surprise, wondering if she had heard him wrong. "Huh? Why do I have to stay close to Sir Galanar inside the estate?"
Alaric gently caressed her face and put on a smile. "Just listen to me."
"Fine, but Sir Galanar is a bit scary…" She muttered timidly.
"You will be fine. You can trust Galanar. He may look like that, but he is a good person."
"Elena… Sometimes, appearance can be deceiving. A person can look good but is actually evil inside. You must not judge someone based on how they look." Alaric reminded her with a stern gaze.
Although he knew about the future, he couldn't be certain that things would play out according to what he knew.
For instance, his uncle's visit this time didn't happen in the past which means the future is slowly changing.
"Okay. I will try to get along with him." Elena clenched her little fists with a determined expression.
Seeing this, Alaric chuckled and ruffled her hair. "I will go and meet my uncle. You stay here and wait for me."
"Yes, my lord."
When Alaric turned around, the smile on his face disappeared and his expression grew darker.
Charles, I won't allow you to hurt my family this time! I swear it upon my name!
Alaric left with heavy strides.
Meanwhile, Elena was about to secretly follow him when a towering figure blocked her path.
She yelped in shock. "Sir Galanar!"
"I'm sorry, Miss Elena, but Lord Alaric told me not to let you wander around."
***
Inside the baron's study, a middle-aged man with a scholarly appearance was chatting with Lucas.
"I heard that my nephew has become a Knight. Where is he? I haven't seen him for a while."
Lucas grinned, looking incredibly proud of his son's advancement. "Shocking, right? Hahaha! I don't know how he did it, but he somehow managed to advance."
"He is not even twenty yet, but he is already a Knight. His aptitude is even better than mine." Lucas shook his head with a rueful smile.
"Certainly! I even thought that you were joking when I read your letter." Charles chuckled, but he was fuming inside.
Dammit! A variable has appeared in my plans!
Lucas is already giving me a headache and now my nephew is showing signs of talent that is even better than his father!
If he is allowed to grow, he might be the one to succeed Lucas's position. I can't let that happen!
Suddenly…
Knock! Knock! Knock!
"Speak of the devil! It must be him! Hahaha!"
Lucas was about to get up to open the door when Charles made a hand gesture. "Let me do it. I'd like to see how my nephew has grown up."
Hearing this, Lucas nodded and waved his hand. "Sure."
After getting his permission, Charles stood up and went to open the door.
Alaric suppressed the fury in his heart when he saw Charles's face.
There was no meaning in confronting his uncle now. Doing so would only alarm him.
"Alaric! How have you been? You look completely different than the last time I saw you!" Charles affectionately hugged which made Alaric feel disgusted.
"I'm fine, uncle!" Alaric squeezed out a smile.
"Would you look at this kid? He is even taller than me now!" Charles turned his head to Lucas and chuckled.
What a good actor! To think that all of us were fooled by this traitorous bastard! It makes me sick!
"What are you standing there for? Come in! Your uncle wants to have a chat with you." Charles grabbed his shoulder and pulled him to a seat.
Right at this moment, the cyan screen abruptly appeared in front of him.
——
Mission: Revenge I
Difficulty: Easy
Challenge Charles Silversword to a sparring and defeat him!
Time Limit: 23 hours 59 mins 59 seconds
Rewards: 100 Battle Points, 25 EXP, and Random Talent Upgrade Card x1
Penalty for failure: - 200 Battle Points
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Alaric's eyes were glued over to the screen.
A mission? The rewards are even better than the daily missions.
"Uncle, how about a spar to test your nephew's skills?" Alaric stared deeply at Charles.
"Huh?"