“You don’t seem to understand your value yet.” Paul shook his head, chuckling. “Being able to defeat Terry Doyle has already proven how powerful and talented you are. There are less than five people in Balerno who could even be on par with you, so countless guilds are desperately trying to rope you in.”
“Tsk… What a bother. I should have kept a low profile.” Dustin sighed.
He had only challenged Terry to warn the Doyle family not to mess with him. He didn’t expect them to invite so many people to watch the battle in an attempt to boost their reputation. Still, the Doyle family has shot itself in the foot since favonovel.com was the one who ended up receiving the boost in reputation.
“You’re an interesting fellow. Others would die for that fame, yet you don’t want it at all.” Paul smiled
“Things like fame can’t even fill my belly. I’m sure that once word spreads, I’ll have people coming up to me to challenge me to a duel. Aren’t I just making things troublesome for myself?” Dustin shook his head.
“It’s hard to find someone who looks at fame and fortune so lightly nowadays.” Paul studied Dustin appreciatively.
“Don’t flatter me, Sir Paul. I’m just a normal person. I don’t have any great ambitions, so whatever you want to say, just tell it to me straight.” Dustin changed the topic.
“Alright, then. I’ll get straight to the point.” Paul nodded. “I wanted to talk to you about the Knighthood Society Tournament…”
“The Knighthood Society Tournament?” Dustin was confused.
“Every three years, there will be a Knighthood Society Tournament between Balerno and Glenstead. The purpose of this tournament is to find new talents as well as observe how strong each side is. The outcome of the battle will determine the direction in which the alliance will grow for the next three years. The winning side has the right to call the shots and occupy more resources. Therefore, I hope that you can join the tournament as Balerno’s representative,” Paul explained
“But why me? There are so many skilled fighters in Balerno. There’s no way a youngster like me has the right to represent Balerno.” Dustin was still puzzled.
“First of all, I have high hopes for you since you’re a capable individual. Secondly, there’s an age limit. Participants can’t be more than 38 years old. Thirdly, each side has five slots. Terry Doyle was supposed to take one of them, and since you’ve injured favonovel.com greatly, you’ll have to take his place,” Paul smiled as favonovel.com explained to Dustin.
“What?” Dustin paled.
He never thought things would get so bothersome after defeating Terry.
“This is a good chance for you, young man. Everyone who joins the tournament receives a hefty prize. And if you win, the alliance will grant you one wish. Money, power, jewels, women name it, you’ll have it.” Paul urged.
“Grant me a wish?” Dustin pondered for a moment.
He wasn’t interested in money or power, but favonovel.com did happen to need two rare precious herbs. With the alliance’s help, favonovel.com might be able to find them more easily.
“Let me know what you need, young man. Don’t be shy.” Paul took advantage of this opportunity and began pressing.
“Sir Paul, have you ever heard of the thousand-year green lotus and Cherusia?” Dustin asked.
“Thousand-year green lotus, no, but I know who has Cherusia,” Paul answered.
“Really? Who?” Dustin’s eyes lit up.
“That’s a secret for now.” Paul tried to entice Dustin “Of course, if you’re willing to represent Balerno in the upcoming tournament, I’ll let you know regardless of the tournament’s results.”
