............After two days later, "Aria, listen, don't look so worried. Do your best in the test, and I'll be waiting to hear good news, okay?" Aarav stood with his sister Aria in front of Brook University of Talents, encouraging her as she was getting nervous before the admission test."Alright, let's go, young Miss. We don't want to be late!" Phia urged Aria, pulling her along as it was already time."Aria seems to lose confidence sometimes, huh? Astrid, do I have any prior commitments?" Aarav asked Astrid, who had become his sort of secretary after seeing him overwork himself."Hmm, no, not at the moment. We can wait for Young Miss at the cafe over there," Astrid replied, motioning towards a cafe across the street from the university."Chim... Welcome, dear customers! What can I do for you?" As they stepped into the cafe, a pleasant chime sounded, and a chubby man welcomed them."Get us your best coffee, please," Astrid requested, gesturing towards the chubby man who nodded and
............"Sevaeleat isn't his only creation; many medicines his company sells in the market come from the Church, which provides him with recipes. In return, he funds the Church," Astrid explained, clarifying Aarav's doubts about Ethan Harbor.Astrid herself was surprised and impressed by Ethan Harbor's groundbreaking methods and his promotion of herbal culture in the country. His support from the organization made it smooth sailing for him to acquire large batches of herbs for his company's use."Now I get it. Oh, that reminds me, did Bishop Dominic give you his report on that matter?" Aarav nodded, starting to understand the kind of genius Ethan Harbor was.He also remembered that he had previously asked the Archbishop to investigate the attack on Resma Harbor."Yes, he gave me all the information we needed from them," Astrid confirmed, nodding before she briefed Aarav about it."So, you mean Victor Stone is behind the attack on Resma Harbor, the old rival of her father. Haven
............"Stop... stop!" Both guards halted him in his tracks, causing Aarav to sigh inwardly as he thought, 'As expected, this cliché scenario did happen. Here I thought I would be spared from this shit.'"Yes, gentlemen. Is there a problem?" Aarav smiled calmly, not showing any anger despite the situation.He felt amused rather than getting angry."Sorry... Mister, but... you can't go in!" One of the guards spoke, looking Aarav up and down, taking in his cheap pants and shirt, his ordinary appearance. Despite his above-average looks, the guards saw him as a poor plebeian. They gave him a disdainful look as they looked down on him."And why can't I go in? Isn't this a restaurant for public use? Aren't they doing business?" Aarav asked, guessing from the guards' looks what they might be thinking in their narrow minds."Yes, they are doing business, but not just anyone can enter the high-end restaurant and dine. Did you even look at your face, you poor pleb!" the second guard spa
............"Stop right there!" A sweet voice of a woman sharply cut through the tension, making other patrons notice the interruption in their fun.A lady strode over towards Dante Darrow and Aarav, her slim and beautiful figure moving gracefully. Her long flowing hair cascaded down her back in waves, and her delicate features were accentuated by high cheekbones and full lips. Her eyes shone brightly as she approached the duo."Oh, she's stunning... who could she be?" The crowd grew curious about the attractive lady."Hey, I think I've seen her before," whispered another man to his companion, recognizing her.Dante Darrow, seeing the lady approaching, thought she was coming for him. He straightened himself and flashed a charming smile her way before turning to greet her."Hello, beautiful lady! How..." Dante began, extending his hand, but the lady ignored him completely, leaving him standing there with his hand awkwardly extended into thin air."Hello, Mr. Veridian! What a surprise
............"Fath...Father, how did you get here?" Dante Darrow immediately lost all his anger and composure upon seeing the palm print on his father's face and feeling his seething rage. He stuttered before hanging his head in shame."If I hadn't arrived sooner, you might have caused us to lose our entire fortune as compensation to appease Mrs. Vex's anger," Maximilian Darrow said with a frustrated sigh. He felt disappointed in his son's behavior and contemplated how to punish him."I apologize, Mrs. Vex, for my son's rude behavior. I'm sorry if he caused you any inconvenience. Please forgive him," Maximilian Darrow turned to Lumina Vex after scolding his son, bowing towards her as he expressed his apology."Is your apology enough for how much your son has insulted me and my family benefactor, Mr. Maximilian Darrow? This is not how you should conduct yourself," Lumina Vex responded sternly, showing no signs of acceptance towards his apology."Phaa...Thud!" With a loud slap, Dante
............"Yes, Mrs. Vex, don't worry about it. I did call Mr. Hughes here for business, but it's nothing secret. So, you don't need to go anywhere. Since you're already here, your opinion is welcome," Aarav reassured her, indicating that she should stay. He explained that he arranged the meeting to discuss something with Earl Hughes, and Lumina's presence was even better for what he wanted to discuss."So, what did you want to discuss, Mr. Veridian? I'll be happy to help you!" Lumina Vex said, her smile brimming with eager anticipation."Hahaha... Thank you, Mrs. Lumina," Aarav chuckled, enjoying her enthusiasm, which made Lumina blush in embarrassment.Before Aarav explained his discussion, he took a moment to gather his thoughts.Aarav slowly shared his thoughts, expressing his desire to open a hospital where he could help many patients at a low cost, regardless of where they came from in the Realm of Elandor.But to turn his dream into reality, he needed several things: a pla
............"Hahaha...sure will be!" Andrew chuckled with a sly look on his face.Earl knew not to be fooled by Andrew's friendly demeanor. Behind his charming facade lay a shrewd and calculating personality, always seeking to benefit from friendships and relationships."Alright, see you later," Earl bid farewell as they parted ways."Now, who should I call for staff personnel?" Earl muttered, scrolling through his phone contacts.With the equipment matter sorted, he now needed to find staff with good personalities. He had several contacts he could reach out to."Let's talk to this guy, he should be able to help me," Earl decided, noticing a name on his contact list before giving him a call......In the church,"Why have you gathered us here, Father Deniel?" asked Bishop Dominic, looking at the other two bishops and the dozens of important priests behind them.Bishop Dominic, whose full name is Dominic Crowther, is in his late forties. He's tall and has broad shoulders, which give
............"Click... Swish...!"It revealed a hidden passageway leading underground.Archbishop Deniel took a candle stand from the other side of the wall before entering the passageway, which closed behind him.He walked quietly down the stairs, being careful with each step before arriving in a narrow corridor."Creeck...!"There was another door at the end of the corridor which slowly opened as he pushed it slightly.Revealing a quite big, spacious hall adorned with exquisite old and majestic designs, with figures of God Elandor carved in various poses."I didn't think I'd ever have to go back to being active again. Looks like these old bones can be used one last time to serve God Elandor and Lord Heir!" Archbishop Deniel mumbled to himself as he stood in front of a glass case.Inside the case hung a long trench coat with white and golden striped patterns, and beside it, there was a magnificent-looking staff quietly shining its luster."Ah, what good old days," Archbishop Deniel