Chapter 681: Chapter 271 Defense (Two-in-One Mega Chapter)_2

Rein followed Cleya for the first time to the bedroom of this Meister Governor.

As soon as he entered the room, Rein was assaulted by a strong medicinal smell. Several physicians in white attire were bustling about, and a familiar figure to Rein, Bishop Shion, was also present.

His face stern, he managed a strained smile and nodded upon seeing Rein.

“Father!”

Cleya couldn’t help but exclaim, and then she quickly rushed over.

Rein’s gaze followed Cleya’s form to the stooped old man lying at the head of the bed, and his heart was greatly shocked!

This…

He had met Count Habs twice before.

This was a man whose hair was meticulously combed, with a full forehead, a profound aura, merely graying at the hair, but spirited and distinguished in appearance.

But now, the old man lying on the bed had a withered face, age spots faintly emerging, almost all white hair, and it wouldn’t be an exaggeration to call him an elderly person!

“Cleya, didn’t I tell you not to come back? You never listen to me,” the Count said upon hearing a familiar voice, and his dim eyes suddenly brightened, immediately revealing a happy and relieved smile.

“Father, I had to come back!” Always level-headed, Cleya’s eyes reddened at this moment.

This was the first time Rein had seen her like this.

Seeing the state between father and daughter, Rein felt a pang of discomfort.

At this moment, Bishop Shion came over and whispered, “Rein, let’s step outside, and leave them be for now.”

“Alright, Bishop Shion.”

…

“You all may leave as well,” Count Habs commanded softly, looking toward the few physicians.

“Understood, my lord,” the physicians quickly exited the room.

Knowing her father had something to say, Cleya promptly sat beside the bed, listening attentively.

“Cleya, I knew you would come back. I have prepared something for you, a special beast essence potion made to suit you, it’s in the family’s secret chamber.”

“You have the highest concentration of the family’s bloodline; once you step into the realm of Great Knight, your strength will see a dramatic increase. Moreover, you are very likely to awaken the family’s bloodline talent, so we can’t delay this. You must take it as soon as possible!”

“A Peak Knight is far from enough to deal with Meister Governor’s current situation. If you can become a Great Knight, I would be much reassured….”

Listening to her father’s earnest advice, Cleya fought back her tears and nodded vigorously.

“Stop crying, I’m not going to die yet! Living another two or three years, seeing you married should be no problem.”

“By the way, Cleya, I’ve decided to let you succeed me as the head of the Habs family and the primary heir.”

“Forget those nobles from the Imperial City, just find a young man you’re comfortable with, and have him marry into our family.”

At this, Cleya blushed slightly, and her mood gradually improved.

“Father, I’d rather not think about marriage yet. Let’s get through this difficult time first.”

Somehow, when talking about ‘marriage’ and ‘marrying into the family,’ the image of Rein in battle suddenly appeared in Cleya’s mind.

But the problem was, Rein had achieved such strength in just half a year.

Marrying into the family, was it possible?

Cleya’s emotions were complex for a moment.

…

In the hallway outside the room.

“Bishop Shion, it has been a long time.”

“Indeed! It’s been a long time, Rein. I feel that your presence has grown stronger, it seems you have made progress,” Bishop Shion said, looking Rein over with surprise.

“Bishop Shion, I need to trouble you with something,” Rein suddenly remembered something.

He took out a gold Conch Medal from his chest and handed it to Bishop Shion.

“The solidified Divine Art ‘Exorcism Spell’ inside the Conch Medal has been used up by me, you might need to help me re-apply it later.”

“Of course, no problem, but I would need to return to the temple to help you with that. How about this, I will send someone to deliver it to you later.”

“Thank you, Bishop Shion.”

…

Half an hour later, in the study.

Rein and Cleya faced each other and sat down.

“Rein, the family has prepared a special beast essence potion for me, and I plan to take it immediately in the family’s secret chamber.”

“The breakthrough will likely take about three days. I would like to entrust the safety of the mansion to you.”

Huh?

Rein was somewhat surprised to hear this news.

Although he could sense that Cleya, as a Peak Knight, had a very solid foundation and was ready to make the leap to Great Knight at any moment.

But attempting the breakthrough at this time was still somewhat unexpected to him.

However, Rein quickly realized something and nodded, saying:

“Don’t worry, Lady Cleya, I will handle the defense of the mansion. You focus on your breakthrough.”

Three days for a breakthrough and stabilization was quite normal.

Rein had the system, so he naturally couldn’t generalize.

“Thank you! Come, Rein, I will take you to announce this,” Cleya stood up and said.

“Alright!”

“Rein, and about your appointment ceremony, the current situation isn’t suitable for a large banquet, so I think we should wait on that, is that okay?”

“You are now my Guardian Knight. You’ll have privileges such as free access to the family’s archives. Feel free to read at your leisure,” Cleya said as she walked.

“Of course, that’s fine.”

The archives, eh?

That seemed quite good, Rein thought to himself.