Raine’s refusal made Commodore Gregory, who was beside him, a little unhappy. He remarked, "Young man, this matter is important to the Kingdom, and we hope you will cooperate."
Colonel Tessa gently coughed and softly reminded, "Commodore Gregory, Mr. Raine is not soone from within our Kingdom; he is just an adventurer."
Henry also smiled and said, "Indeed, it was my oversight. Mr. Raine, how about this? I will imdiately have a mission issued in the na of the Kingdom. Once you accept it, your primary responsibility will be to guide the way."
"As for the reward, it will definitely be higher than a typical Black Iron Level quest. How about that?"
"Lord Viscount, if I really have to go, it might be half a day later as I need to handle sothing first." Considering the offer, Raine didn’t refuse outright.
Upon hearing "sothing to handle," Henry initially wanted to inquire further but understood when he saw the shield behind Raine. He had a look of realization.
Indeed, the shield on Raine’s back is the main weapon of a renowned Extraordinary Shield Warrior. While not yet epic, it’s probably only a stone’s throw away from being one.
Such equipnt needs to be dealt with first before setting off.
"Hmm... That adventurer squad earlier should also know the location of the Ice Lake, right?" At this mont, Henry decided on an alternative approach.
"Of course, Mr. Schneider is a very trustworthy individual," Raine nodded and replied.
Schneider had recently been busy saving up to buy a rare-tier great sword, and he needed money, so Raine naturally would help him out.
"Alright, Commodore Gregory, please promptly contact the adventurer squad that just left. Additionally, station soone at the Mill Town Association and follow the association’s mission process. Ti is of the essence; let’s set off now."
Watching Viscount Henry and Gregory depart, Raine shook his head slightly.
He could sense the inherent arrogance that ca with being from the Royal Capital, but he could understand.
At this ti, as he was about to head out, Benest smiled and handed Raine a Communication Crystal Stone:
"Mr. Raine, this is a specially made long-distance Communication Crystal. Although it can’t be used for real-ti conversation and has limited uses, it can send written ssages. It’s more stable and has a longer range than the Communication Spell."
"Thank you, Mr. Benest," Raine smiled as he accepted it.
"Breakfast is here!" At that mont, Laisa walked over with a large tray, serving steaming hot breakfast.
Raine slled the fragrant aroma of wheat, milk, at, and other delicious scents wafting through the air.
With his appetite aroused, Raine grabbed a piece of white bread and brought it to his mouth.
Although called ’white’ bread, it wasn’t snow white; it had a light wheat-yellow hue. The mont Raine held it, the soft texture and warmth transmitted to his hand.
As he took a bite, the soft and aromatic texture brought an indescribable sense of happiness.
As for the oat pancakes, which appeared very thin and crispy, redith picked one up first, taking a bite, and her eyes lit up. She gestured a thumbs-up to Laisa.
"The bread and pancakes taste even better with a dab of blue-veined cheese," Elise, with her big eyes blinking, suggested as she watched Raine eating heartily.
Taking the advice, Raine picked up an oat pancake and dipped it in the faintly blue-veined cheese. Upon tasting it, the crunchiness combined with the cheese’s llow sweetness flooded his taste buds.
"Venison pie is best enjoyed hot," at this mont, Laisa, wearing a white apron, cheerfully approached with two cups of honey milk.
Raine swiftly devoured the pancake and heeded the advice once more by grabbing the golden, glossy venison pie. Upon holding it, he could feel the thin crust, packed with juicy venison inside.
As he bit into it, his mouth was filled with the at and rich juices, while the aromatic sll further whetted his appetite.
It was as if the fatigue from the rigorous journey the previous night was largely ’cured’ by this wave of delicious food.
In no ti, Raine had nearly devoured four-fifths of the food on the table by himself.
...
anwhile, as Henry and his group headed to the nearby woods to prepare for the Griffin ride, Reya, carrying a big bow, and Schneider hurriedly ran from the opposite end of the road.
Reya had just been with Mage Loren and Dwarf Warrior Bruno taking on a mission at the Adventurer’s Association, while Schneider, recomnded by Raine, was tasked with guiding the way.
The father and daughter exchanged a few quick words, and Baron Olsen also made so introductions to Henry and Gregory.
"Father, be careful with everything. By the way, I heard Raine is back too?" Reya asked after greeting the two.
"Yes, he just returned as well," Baron Olsen nodded with a smile.
"Hmm, I’ll go check on him."
Hearing the daughter of Baron Olsen—a beautiful girl—caring for Raine made Viscount Henry have an indescribable feeling about Raine. Recalling that Baron Olsen ntioned Raine saved him twice, he asked:
"Baron Olsen, I heard you say Raine saved you twice? Can you tell the details?"
"Of course! The first ti was at my castle, where Raine killed a Class Level 8 White Dragon Mage..." Baron Olsen imdiately began explaining.
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