Chapter 166: Welcome

Translator: Dragon Boat Translation Editor: Dragon Boat Translation

Although Heath did not deliberately spread the news, the nobles here soon learned of his return.

For this reason, Count Portia’s banquet was postponed by one day. The theme of the banquet was no longer ‘selecting the heir’, but instead, it was a celebration banquet to welcome Heath back.

“Wizard? I can’t believe it. That Lord is really back? Is it the child who walked out of Graystone Castle? Is it him?”

“He has grown into a big boy. He’s very handsome.”

“His eyes really fascinate me. I have fallen in love with him. Is he… is he casting a spell on me?”

“I really envy those people from Graystone Territory…”

It was rare for Wizards who walked out of the Forgotten Land to return, because crossing the strait required strength. For example, Heath had encountered a dangerous situation on this trip. If it was not for his strength, he would have died at sea.

Other than that, ordinary ships could not cross the strait.

Most of the Apprentices who went out died before they had the ability to come back. Even if there were a few talented ones who could become advanced Apprentices or even advance to become Wizards… At that time, the relatives they cared about were no longer in the world, so there was nothing worth them coming back for.

Because it was rare, it was extremely precious. And because of that, this banquet was held with an unprecedented grandeur. Everyone that Heath knew and didn’t know came to attend the banquet.

Toasts were exchanged, cups were exchanged, fine wine, good food, beautiful music, enchanting dance… The most elegant and attractive side of the noble world was fully displayed in this banquet.

“Sir Wizard, I want… a magic potion that can make me beautiful, can… can I?”

“I want gold coins.”

“I want a big house…”

At the banquet, Heath followed the tradition of collecting Magic Stones to satisfy the wishes of the mortals.

In fact, the production of Magic Stones in the Forgotten Land was very small. It was not a loss to make a wish here, but it was basically not enough to earn a few Magic Stones. The yield was too low.

However, for Wizards, making a wish was not enough to earn Magic Stones. More importantly, it was a way to consolidate their rule. By making a wish, they could establish the values of Wizards and let mortals know that Wizards were omnipotent. Thus, they strengthened their faith in Wizards.

Every ten years, there would be Wizards coming here for this very reason.

Heath’s words had never been accepted by them in this regard. Originally, there was no need for him to make a wish, but he still did it.

After all, although this place was not his hometown, it was still a place that gave him a second life. Now that he had developed, it was only right for him to return the favor, wasn’t it?

Of course…

Because his ability was limited, Heath’s wishes were only selectively fulfilled. He would usually give out Magic Stones that the other party could not afford, such as ‘I want to live forever’ or ‘I want to be as rich as a country’.

As for those within his abilities, he would only receive one Magic Stone. Since he did not expect to earn any money, he would just treat it as publicity to protect the class.

“Heath! Wizard!”

“Heath! Wizard!”

The people shouted Heath’s name, drawing a perfect conclusion to the banquet.

…

After resting for two or three days and relaxing for a while, Heath set off on his journey, heading to his destination.

A few days later, in Graystone Territory.

Da da da… The crisp sound of horse hooves echoed on the small road in the countryside.

More than ten Knights slowly rode out of the city gate of Graystone Castle. They were wearing green-gray leather armor and a woolen cloak, looking like they were about to go on a long journey.

The Knights passed through the wheat fields in the countryside and headed to the forest in the distance. Before entering the forest, they stopped in formation.

Heath was at the front of the line. Beside him was a middle-aged man wearing a brown cashmere coat. His entire body exuded a noble aura.

It was his former Lord, Baron Carter.

He should be called Earl Carter now. Six years ago, the baron used two thousand Magic Stones to exchange for a piece of territory from Wizard Salado. After that, through his personal efforts and operations, he succeeded in becoming an earl.

After Heath returned, his clothes, food, and accommodation were all taken care of by the Earl. After knowing that Heath was going to the Demonized Forest, he had specially arranged a team to accompany him.

After stopping the team, the Earl said, “Heath, then I’ll send you here.”

As a Lord, he was already quite busy. Now that he had become an earl, his work was more than several times heavier than before. There were still many social engagements and official affairs waiting for him to handle.

Heath said, “I’ve troubled you.”

Carter then explained to Kayla beside him that Kayla would lead Heath to the Demonized Forest this time.

“Yes, you will not be disappointed. Don’t worry, leave Heath to me.”

Earl Carter left very quickly.

After taking him far away, Kayla came close to Heath’s ear and whispered, “There are rumors outside that he does not intend to stop here.”

“He has gained Portia’s support, and most of Leicester is under his control. Although Upton is wavering, sooner or later, he will offer his loyalty to him. By then, he will have the entire River Valley.”

“Everyone says that sooner or later, he will return to Lionheart City and take back his great-grandfather’s crown.”

Baron Carter’s great-great-grandfather came from the royal family of the Rodin Kingdom. There were rumors that his great-great-grandfather was originally the heir to the throne, but his brother used disgraceful methods to make him lose the crown in the tournament.

It was not known whether the rumors were true or not, but theoretically speaking, Carter had a certain degree of authority to inherit the throne of the Rodin Kingdom.

Heath said casually, “Then what do you think? Will you draw your sword for him?”

Kayla said helplessly, “I don’t want to fight, but this is the title of King. If there really comes a day, I can only obey the edict.”

After a pause, he asked Heath again, “What about you? Hey, Brother, you will help, right?”

Heath said, “If the Count asks me, I will help him.”

Kayla said happily, “Haha, that’s great. With your help, the Count will definitely be able to defeat that old man in the palace.”

Heath smiled and did not continue the conversation.

He did not think that the Count would ask him for help for such a ‘trivial matter’.

Yes, trivial matter.

After extracting a lot of knowledge from the Wizard World, Count Kroya, Campbell, and even the Navi Royal Family, Heath’s own vision was also broadened after extracting their scheming ways, and he could see clearly what he could not see before.

Now that he thought about it carefully, Carter was actually a very ambitious person. He had long, long ago set his target on that crown.

Training Apprentice Knights, developing territories, marriage in war, and even digging up Graystone Mines… All of these were progress with this as his goal.

And after all these years of hard work, he had already developed a certain scale and climate. Even without Heath’s help, he believed that he was very confident in getting what he wanted.

Heath did not continue this topic.

He patted Kayla’s shoulder.. “Let’s go.”