The title of Golden Knight was one of the most prestigious honors that could be attained by any knight in the land.
There were only 50 who could be selected at one ti and even these titles were divided by each kingdom, hence why attaining the title was not only an achievent for oneself, but their respective kingdom as well.
Since Ery was born, the Lioness kingdom has only had three Golden Knights. This was the reason why every young nobleman of the Lioness kingdom dreamt of one day becoming one, Ery included.
At least, he used to.
But ever since he had experienced life outside of the kingdom, his dreams had changed. They were no longer confined to the rigid rules and systems that ca with being a knight.
Right now, his only wish was to fulfill his maximum cultivation before his next recall. He certainly believed danger would only co to him if he did not succeed. As a result, he really had no need of any more titles and responsibilities he ultimately couldn't commit to.
"Thank you for coming, Sir Gawain, but I already have the wizard title and that will be more than enough to fulfill my role in the Order."
Ery's reasoning was indisputable. The determination in his gaze was very clear to Gawain.
Because of this, he decided to persuade Ery in other ways. After a slight pause, Sir Gawain responded to Ery's answer with a request to speak in private. He also asked that Gwen should co along and take part in the conversation.
The three of them went inside one of the huts, before the Golden Knight began to justify his previous statents.
Sir Gawain explained that the divine order was currently in a state of turmoil. They had never lost so many Golden Knights in the last hundred years. Last year, there were rely two new Golden Knights, who had replaced their fallen predecessors.
And this year, there were 12 new inductees. Fortunately, Ery had only knocked out the 4 Cantiaci Golden Knights, or there would have been 16 new replacents this year.
This was a fact he did not know about, imdiately after hearing it, he fell silent, a contemplative look on his face.
Ery was completely quiet, as he thought about the fact he was at least responsible for the death of the two that attacked Gwen's convoy and also for the death of Sir Brunoir the Lioness Dread Knight.
But still, 9 Golden Knights dying within a year was a huge anomaly either way. Knowing this made Ery wonder about the extent of ave's involvent in this. He pushed this thought aside, reserving it for later, when Gawain finally got off his back about this offer.
With 12 open slots for the position, the Divine Order was desperately looking for strong and reliable knights, who possessed advanced capabilities as well. This was why, once more, Sir Gawain asked him to reconsider. The look on his face betrayed no emotion, but Ery knew he was getting desperate.
Even so, his answer remained the sa. It was simply not an option that was viable for him. With a sigh, Ery replied, "I am sorry, Sir Gawain, but I really cannot accept it."
With Ery's firm answer, the knight didn't push further. This ti, his gaze shifted towards Gwen's direction instead.
With a cordial and composed air, he began to speak. "Princess Gwenneth, I didn't know you were here, if I knew, I would have an official letter to give you, but I must inform you the Logress king has been looking for you."
"Oh? What is it about?" Asked Gwen with a curious tilt of her head.
"The king is still waiting for your answer regarding the marriage proposal from the prince of Logress, Arthur Pendragon."
Hearing this surprised Gwen greatly. She didn't realize they would still be asking for her answer, especially knowing she had already lost the kingdom.
She then looked towards Ery with slight concern, wondering what his reaction about this was going to be.
When she turned, though, he seed completely unfazed. An uncomfortable feeling brewed in her chest. She was a little upset that Ery seed rather unsurprised and aloof about this matter, not knowing that he was already inford about it from Arthur to begin with.
Gwen then answered, "Sir Gawain, please give my utmost thanks to King Uther, but unfortunately as Lioness is no more, I would not be able to accept the proposal."
The quick and firm answer from the princess brought quite a surprise to Ery's.
Once again, Sir Gawain responded, "Very well, then. I guess I will have to bring ho two rejections now..."
As he said this, he smiled before bowing slightly, giving his respects to the both of them before turning his back and leaving.
This left the two of them alone in the secluded, slightly cramped space of the hut.
Suddenly aware of how small the hut was, Gwen fidgeted slightly. She did not wish for Ery to ask or discuss about the marriage proposal at all, so she imdiately began to speak about her thoughts regarding the golden knight matter, She spoke offhandedly about what a sha it was to reject such an honor
But when the words ca out, she instantly regretted them. This was the sa exact situation as when she asked him about becoming a Lioness knight, which already made them argue twice. The last thing she wanted was to provoke any disagreents with Ery since things were already getting much better with them now.
Understanding this, Ery thought it was ti to better explain his current condition to alleviate the confusion he knew she was experiencing.
He sighed, trying to keep his voice as cool and calm as possible. He straightened his composure before beginning to speak. "Gwen, it's not that I do not want to be a golden knight, but now that you know I am a wizard, you must realize I have a different path to follow. I hope you understand that."
It's sohow true that her previous irritation was because she thought Ery would just wish to be a farr despite his amazing talent. Now that she knew better she could accept Ery's reason better for not willing to beco a knight.
Gwen does still have sothing bothering her mind, but then again, she really did not want to debate with him anymore.
Her silence chilled the atmosphere around them. Ery rubbed his temples. "Please, Gwen, just tell what you think. I insist."
"Ery it's true that those titles are not important, but its the responsibility that ca with the title that was important"
She stopped for a second to gather her thoughts before continuing.
"I know I was wrong when I said you don't care about others, especially when you actually did co to my rescue, but I just thought there were still too many people out there who could use your strength... I do believe it's the responsibility of the strong to protect the weak… Otherwise, what's the point of all that training if it's not for the service of the people?"
It could be said they had, again, started the argunt that was still unfinished, but this ti both of them spoke with less emotion and this ti, Ery actually found her reasons had so rit.
It was true that since he receives this power, Ery hasn't done anything much other than finishing his personal goal.
"I guess you are right, but I don't think being a Golden Knight is the solution either."
Hearing this, Gwen's eyes suddenly lit up, as if she had just co up with the best idea ever.
"Ery, I have an amazing idea."
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