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HAHAHA! meadow Such a masterpiece! ability I didnt expect to see this kind of a spectacle in my later years! voyage Being young is indeed the best!

Suddenly, a loud voice from the second floor was heard.

The startled maids screamed, while the family members sighed as they looked behind.

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Even if Shirone were to consider this man as what Rian would eventually become, he couldnt imagine Rian having muscles that looked like they were about to explode.

The old man was Rians grandfather, Klumph Ogent.

There, an old man with blue hair stood, leaning against the balcony of the second floor.

Shirone stared absent-mindedly.

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Reina stood up with a look of happiness.

Its all good now. harbor If its grandfather

Grandfather!

Considering Reina and Rian were definitely not enough to persuade the black-haired Lord, he came at the perfect time.

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I see youve arrived, father. arctic I heard from Reina that it should have taken a few more days.

Chuckle!

Turning a blind eye to his daughters expression, Bischoff asked.

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Lets not jump to conclusions here. adjust Ive been watching behind the scenes for a bit now, and its evident that everyone here has a lot they want to say. legend So, why dont we decide after hearing each others opinions about whether we have lost face or not?

Reina screamed inside, Grandfather is the best!

Its not exactly a good thing in this case. anxiety The face of our family has fallen to the ground.

I came early because my friend ran away with a young maiden. orbit Anyways, this place is as noisy as ever. abandon As expected, youth is a fine thing.

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Although Klumph left the position as the Lord of the house to his son, his voice as a Grade 3 swordsman was still influential.

With her attitude packed with conviction, she sat down proudly.

Ill go first. acid Although I only met Shirone for the first time yesterday, I noticed he was a smart and talented child. action Also, Shirone has completed all the contract requirements and was supposed to leave the house today. acid Given these circumstances, its quite difficult to say that Shirone approached Rian with particularly malevolent intentions. galaxy Furthermore, I do not believe his actions have tarnished the familys reputation.

Reina gained courage and stood up.

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Compared to those with black hair, it could be said that the bonds shared between those with blue hair was stronger. armor So Klumph, who was a previous Lord, was fair.

What are your thoughts, my second grandson?

Hence, Rai was given the floor to speak his opinion.

Though it was only now that the two opposing sides balanced, the tide still did not turn.

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I do not like that kid.

Rai replied in a polite, frosty tone.

The opinions of the servants were shaken once again by the remark of the familys most promising prospect.

But I dont want to care anymore. acquire This matter has nothing to do with me.

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Bischoff asked him.

Exactly. academy I dont like that kid. adapt But with the only reason being that I dislike him, I dont want to give false opinions. alien So Im just speaking the truth. anxiety I dont care because I dont want to. august I dont care who Rian befirends, I simply want this matter to be done with so that we can head to the royal palace.

Reina held her tongue.

What do you mean? autumn You say you dislike him, but you dont want to be bothered anymore?

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It amused him to see that his family members had their own unique personalities.

Klumph giggled like a schoolgirl.

However, at least in this instance, his personality seemed to work in Rians favor.

Although he was her younger brother, he was egocentric to the core.

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What kind of words cannot be said between family members? abandon But what was important to the servants was their masters thoughts and preferences.

As Temuran took a step forward, Louis sent a sidelong glance towards him, warning him that he had to pick the correct side here.

Then to conclude, lets hear the opinion of the deputy butler who mustve observed the boy, Shirone, for the longest time.

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Louis forehead wrinkled.

You cant even change up a few words or make up a lie. ability Thats why you cant go higher and escape that position of yours as the deputy butler.

Shirone did the work I ordered him to do and he did it perfectly.

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Shirones eyes widened, as if surprised. shadow He did not expect Temuran to speak of him that way. silence The head butler Louis stepped up.

Did you know that they were friends?

I knew he was frequently hanging around with the youngest young master, but I did not know they were friends. avalanche But in my opinion, if he were such a child, I do not think he would have been able to sort those 10,000 books.

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No, I am also shocked that Shirone, a contract worker, managed to befriend the youngest young master. sphere But as a deputy butler, Im only telling the truth.

Are you taking sides now?

There was anger in his voice, but Temuran shook his head calmly.

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Rian let loose a breath as the tension left his body, and Shirones expression as well seemed a bit lighter.

After all, he became the Lord for his family.

Bischoff was the only one who insisted on punishing Shirone, and even he, who was the Lord, could not ignore the rest of the familys opinion.

This split the sides a bit.

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I cannot approve.

Grandfather!

Klumph made the final decision.

Father.

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I understand that they recognize each other as friends. august But it ends now. atom If the relationship continues, rumors will eventually spread and this might become a weakness for the political opponents to snatch and use against us. adapt It is not good for Rians future either. atom So just think that you guys built enough of those good memories together, and end the relationship here. arena I think thats the right thing to do.

Bischoff and Rian shouted at the same time, but the reason why they called out were polar opposites.

On the one hand, Reina was disappointed with her grandfather. canvas But on the other hand, she also understood why.

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It was their natural duty to get rid of any room for political strife.

The family members were still active on duty, and above all, Rai had his certified exam coming up.

Family matters were important. sphere In fact, they were more important than anything else.

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But Rians thinking was different.

I see youve got pretty splendid energy, Rian

Klumph responded with a bright smile to his youngest grandson, whose eyes burnt with hostility.

He should be grateful that he even gets to keep his life!

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Shirone, what do you think? arcade I would like to thank you for teaching my naive grandson true friendship, but can you end it here? acoustic Its hard for nobles and commoners to be friends.

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Although he understood the feelings of his grandson, who was the apple of his eyes, a lot of lives were at stake.

No one objected to Klumphs opinion. beacon The decision seemed to have been made by the looks of it.

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I cant do that.

Shirone, who thought about it for a moment, spoke.

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His unexpected answer shook not only Bischoff, but also Reina and Rai.

Sh-Shirone.

But the one who was the most taken aback was Rian.

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If I am a hindrance to Rians future, I dont mind not seeing him ever again. zenith But that doesnt make him any less of a friend to me. voyage If you take that into account, Ill follow your orders.

Im ashamed.

Rians eyes were filled with tears.

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Shirone knew that abandoning a friend was equivalent to abandoning oneself.

I was the one who lacked faith in my friend.

In the corner of his mind, he thought it was enough that Shirone was fortunate to not die.

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Its non-negotiable. abstract Right, Shirone?

I declare

Rian raised his sword high and shouted.

Reinas face was filled with anxiety.

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Rian was different from Shirone, when Rian became worked up, trouble always occurred.

Dont do it.

And her uneasiness was proven correct.

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I, Rian Ogent, the third son of the Ogent family, will become Shirones sword as of this time.

What?! action You fool!

Turning to Shirone, Rian stabbed his sword onto the floor before anyone could say anything.

Rian knelt on one knee as his family stared blankly at the sword that pierced the marble floor.

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With an absurd look, Reina asked him.

Bischoff threw his image out the window as the Lord and shouted. abandon Even if Rian really meant it, it wasnt something that should be said at his young age.

Did you just take a knights oath?

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It was an oath that could not be overturned and was a decision one could only make if they were resolved enough Resolved enough to become a sword for the one they swore to.

Once in a lifetime. antenna Rian had made that frightening promise to Shirone.

A knights oath.

Even in the noble society full of all sorts of slander, the reason why this oath was always kept was because honor was everything to a knight. aluminum The more honor a knight had, the longer their noble house could stand proud.

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Bischoff was speechless.

Rian, what in the world are you doing?

The moment one took the knights oath, it was impossible to withdraw it. advance Even if you dont go through the entirety of it, the minute one withdraws it, they become someone respected less than a rabid dog.

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Master, it looks like I made quite the splash this time around.

Shirone couldnt hide his shock, but Rian thought this was enough.

You thought I would choose not to see my friend forever? accent What do you think? abandon Now, youre in a double bind.

When Rian turned his head, his family saw something they had never seen before.

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Klumph rubbed his large chin.

However, to Klumph, it was refreshing nonetheless.

Hmm

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Rian, when you say you are going to be his sword, does that mean that boy has the qualifications?

Well, if hes planning on being immature all the way through, might as well go all the way.

To be honest, I did not expect him to be this immature, but his actions do not annoy or anger me He reminds me of myself.

Hiding his true feelings, Kumph asked sternly.

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Then answer me this: Is he overflowing due to his own brilliance, or does he shine bright to you because you feel inadequate?

Rian thought.

I believe hes overflowing with it.

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He replied.

Is Shirone the one shining brilliantly, or does he simply shine because I feel inferior? atom Why did Grandpa ask this question?

A sword does not judge. amateur They simply protect.

He made a sound of admiration.

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Klumph was satisfied.

As Rian said, a sword does not think.

Thank goodness his basics are strong!

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Its only job was to cut in the direction its owner wanted.

Rian shot daggers at him.

Youre quite good with your words. adjust But with that lame swordsmanship of yours, I feel sorry for your friend who got a sword like you.

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It was partly because they went on a path no one could reverse, but more than that, it was more so because they did not have the energy to care anymore.

Klumph felt that things came to a satisfying conclusion.

Of course, all tension had dissipated at this point.

Grandfather!

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Thank you for your approval.

All right, thats it. echo Help that master of yours stand up. aluminum Oh, and Shirone, though hes not the most polished sword yet, he will never strike against you. atomic Take good care of my grandson.

Shirone bowed his head. adjust He felt that he had to at least show some respect, after all, his actions had damaged the pride of the Ogent family.

It was all him. arch I did nothing. galaxy I heard that youve completed your work here? meadow Youre planning on going back home, correct?

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Yes, my parents should be waiting.

Yes, your Grace.

You must miss them. apple However, since the two of you promised to be friends for life, it must be sad to go back like this. portal Hey, Louis.

The carriage that Shirone was supposed to take to get back home? antenna Take his parents here instead.

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The head butler immediately left the mansion.

Right away.

The situation with Shirone was no longer something he could deal with.

Louis realized again at that moment that a nobles way of thinking was completely beyond his understanding.