The Lord Demon King is Unfathomable!

Chapter 1559 445: Sword Saint's Resolution_4

Thanks to the citizens from Twilight City and the priests in the castle who turned a blind eye, the literacy campaign personally deployed and even personally participated in by the Holy Daughter proceeded fairly smoothly.

Additionally, the Imperial common language itself isn't difficult, so many Salvation Army soldiers learned the basics of spelling, at least remembering some common names and place names.

After a day of rest, this expedition team will carry five thousand captured war prisoners and head to the outskirts of Sparrow Wood Territory.

There, a village once occupied by Ratmen exists, and the nearby Baron Territory has turned into scorched earth, with only a ruined manor perhaps capable of yielding some useful materials... besides which, everything must start anew.

Accompanying them are also three hundred returnees who will act as guides and work with the others to rebuild the land.

On the other side, Gunter, who had been contemplating for a long time, was also setting out.

However, his destination was not the outskirts of Sparrow Wood Territory, but the capital of this Earl Domain - Sparrow Wood Castle.

In front of the newly opened Rock Inn.

Looking at Julian, who was reluctant to part, Gunter had planned what to say but forgot his words when the time came.

After a long silence, he placed his broad hand on the boy's shoulder and patted it gently twice.

"I am going on a long journey. While I'm gone, remember to take care of yourself."

Intuitively, Julian felt that this time was different from the past; his master probably intended to embark on a long journey, perhaps not returning for a long time.

Otherwise, his farewell wouldn't be so solemn.

However, even with much reluctance in his heart, Julian still didn't ask to be taken along or try to retain his master.

He believed his master had thought this over thoroughly, thus deciding to leave him here.

Whether considering the aspect of power or the potential dangers ahead.

He didn't want to become a burden to his master—

Not as a companion, nor as someone left behind.

Looking firmly at his master, Julian said earnestly for the first time.

"I will take care of myself and your inn, waiting for you to come back and continue teaching me swordsmanship..."

"...Take care, Master."

Seeing the sensible boy in front of him, Gunter smiled with satisfaction.

Though they hadn't known each other long, he had treated him like his own child along the way.

And he was pleased to see that his child had grown up, no longer that weed seemingly blown away at any time, but had become a spark capable of lighting others.

This is good.

"Hmm, wait for me."

A promise between men requires few words; he believed that after he left, Julian would continue honing his swordsmanship and manage their inn, at least not letting down the villagers' goodwill and hospitality.

As for him, he had more important things to do...

Next to the dirt road on the inn's northern side, a fully armored knight had been waiting for a long time.

His name was Rayden, whose family had served the local Earl for generations and held considerable renown locally. Thus, in this generation, there arose a Platinum Level Knight.

Such situations are not uncommon in some less admirable Earl or Duke Domains of Wudefei La.

If a region's Lord becomes too complacent, neglecting martial prowess for two or three generations, while a vassal family serving them is renowned for knightly virtues, then a noble soul may very well be born in this promising "little family," ensuring someone could rally in critical times.

Conversely, for families like Duke Campbell or Count Swift, known for their martial virtues, the knights around them mostly have average capabilities and ambitions unlikely to surpass their Lords or exceed their domains.

Holy Light's blessings upon each land are balanced, though ripples occasionally appear.

According to the Salvation Army soldiers, this Mr. Rayden was among those moved by the miracle of the Oracle.

After fulfilling his last vow, he switched allegiance to "Holy Maiden Carian" and was appointed a Holy Grail Knight by her.

At this moment, the shield on his back indeed emitted the Strength that Gunter was familiar with.

Gunter had seen many Chosen Ones, all possessing similar "Divine Artifacts."

Noticing the approaching Sword Saint, Rayden, who had been waiting a long time, dismounted, handed his helmet to an attendant beside him, and then moved forward to perform a knightly salute.

"Honored Rock Sword Saint, Gunter Steinengrabe, I am Rayden Kaishter, your reputation precedes you."

"A pleasure to meet you, Mr. Rayden. I've often heard the local villagers speak of your legends, and you live up to them, leaving a deep impression on me."

Gunter returned the greeting courteously, without showing any disdain despite the other's weaker strength.

Rayden laughed heartily.

"Is that so? They must have exaggerated."

Gunter smiled faintly.

"On the contrary, seeing this oasis amidst the desert, I feel they understated things. Whether it is your legend or the Holy Daughter behind you and that storied 'Divine Son.'

Upon hearing the term "Divine Son," Rayden's expression was slightly awkward, especially realizing the Sword Saint was a Luo De person.

Luo De people are known for their rigid and traditional ways across the continent, even outshining the Imperial people, hence often called the "Dwarves among the Human Clan."