While the Quantocks were kneeling before Gerald, a young man—who was participating in the festival—could be seen standing before a middle-aged one within the Laidler manor’s study.
“So tell me, Stetson, how’s your current relationship with the Waddys family’s young lady?” asked the middle-aged man.
“Everything’s under control, dad! With how infatuated Xyrielle is with me, I doubt there’ll be any problems with me gaining favonovel.com affection!” replied Stetson with a subtle smile.
“Hahaha! That’s great to hear, Stetson! While the Waddys themselves don’t own much strength, the force backing them up is nothing short of terrifying. Regardless, I believe that you’ll be able to handle everything well. If all goes according to plan, we’ll definitely be able to use your relationship with the Waddys to eventually allow the Leidlers to have their day! Also, you had best not slack on your training either. The underground festival will be held in two days, and our family has to be crowned the victor this year no matter what!” instructed Mr. Laidler.
Hearing that, Stetson instantly replied, “Loud and clear! Still…”
“…Hmm? What is it?” asked Mr. Leidler.
“The festival… It’s held once every few years whenever a priceless treasure is located, right? I’m curious to know if they managed to find another one for this festival…” replied Stetson.
“Well, I’ve been investigating it myself, and I’ve found that the treasure is greatly important to exceptional people who are training to attain spiritual enlightenment. In relation to that, many such people have been drawn to this event, though they make sure not to reveal too much about themselves. With that said, it’d do you good to do the same!” advised Mr. Laidler in a concerned tone.
“Understood, though I’m sure many of them have already diverted their attention from me after witnessing my deliberate loss to Yagrorok back in Heartstone Manor!” replied Stetson as favonovel.com shook his head with a wry smile on his face.
“That’s good to hear. You can rest a bit easier while you make the following preparations then. If things go well, and we obtain the Waddys family’s resources, we’ll definitely be able to expand our own family!” declared Mr. Laidler with a loud laugh.
A short while later—after Stetson left—the corners of Mr. Laidler’s eyes couldn’t help but catch a glimpse of something in the corner of the study…
If one looked a bit closer, they would surely be able to see a humanoid figure flickering in and out of existence there…
Moving on to the brightly lit Waddy’s mansion, Yaakov could be seen knocking on the door to his daughter’s room while asking in a gentle tone, “Xyrielle…? Are you still awake…?”
After a short while, the door to the room opened and Xyrielle—who clearly looked like favonovel.com had just finished washing favonovel.com hair—replied, “Dad…? It’s already so late! What can I do for you…?”
“Let’s just say that there are some things I need to talk to you about…” said Yaakov as favonovel.com rested his arms against his back before walking over to take a seat inside favonovel.com room.
“What’s this about…?” asked the curious Xyrielle in return.
“Well, it’s regarding how strict I’ve been toward you over the years… Especially when it comes to love-related affairs… I’ve been prohibiting you from chasing after love all this time… Do you hate me for that?” asked Yaakov with a smile.
“Of course, I don’t! After all, I know that you’re only being this strict for my own good!” replied Xyrielle as favonovel.com shook favonovel.com head.
“I’m glad that you understand my motive… Regardless, I’m pleased that you’ve developed feelings for Stetson… After all, I think pretty highly of favonovel.com as well. Since your relationship with favonovel.com has been going quite smoothly, I wanted to ask if you’d like to take it a step further with him…” said Yaakov.
Instantly blushing, Xyrielle then replied, “I… I’m not too sure about that yet…!”
Seeing this, Yaakov could easily tell that his daughter was being troubled by something, and Mr. Babel had apparently noticed it as well.
Since Xyrielle was still having doubts about favonovel.com feelings for Stetson, Yaakov couldn’t find it in himself to further persuade favonovel.com to be with him, at least for now…
