Ekter was unsure, yet he was not willing to fall into a trap over such a trifle, especially since Gu Shanhai’s appearance made him sowhat puzzled by rlin’s true intentions.
"I hope Sir Ekter can keep his word. I am rely an ordinary Druid, while Sir Ekter cos from a noble family—an individual in exchange for a clan. I believe Sir Ekter knows how to choose," Gu Shanhai’s aning was clear: his death would an only the loss of a lone man, but his entire family, including his descendants, would suffer from the curse. No matter how one thought about it, Ekter would be at a disadvantage.
Ekter didn’t take Gu Shanhai’s threat too seriously, since betraying Gu Shanhai had never crossed his mind.
If what Gu Shanhai said was true, then wouldn’t he have been duped by rlin, the wizard? At that point, wouldn’t he be in an awkward position with both sides?
After their talk, Ekter left in a hurry.
Gu Shanhai was not worried that rlin would reveal the truth because once he did, the bloodline protection on Ava that concealed him from prophetic divination would fail. Only after Ava pulled the Sword in the Stone, Excalibur, and received protection from his Lord, could the truth be revealed.
And that would be when he ascended to the throne as King.
Because of this information gap, it was inevitable that Ekter would not receive any relevant hints. Perhaps rlin would hint and remind him in various ways, but Ekter’s preconditioned ideas would inevitably lead him to imagine in other directions.
rlin’s fate of death was an inescapable issue and a political proof created by rlin himself.
’Taking Ava back should not pose a major problem, but what about the journey back?’
Although Ava had undergone Knight training, his martial skills were modest. Of course, this was not an issue of his talent, but because he was sealed. Only after he pulled the Sword in the Stone, Excalibur, and beca King would his power gradually be released; otherwise, his valor would surpass even Kay’s renowned bravery.
Even under a seal, his valor was evident at the youthful age of fifteen or sixteen.
’I can’t reach out to Mafas and the others, does this an I’ll truly face the stand-off predicted by Mafas’s prophecy...’
Gu Shanhai was sowhat vexed, yet he had no regrets; the benefits were proportionate to the risks. If he succeeded, he would change dynasties and beco a founding national hero. Moreover, he suspected the future political rise of Ava might be related to the Sword in the Stone, Excalibur, since everything started with that sword.
As for the druid group not recognizing Ava upon their return, that would be underestimating Gu Shanhai. He was adept at moral coercion, and both the Mark and Dragon Vein Sects would back him up, which was sufficient.
Besides, there was also an ambitious Druid Sect called the Returners. Continuing the ancient Priest function and once Ava beca a Druid and revealed his identity, this sect would be the first to join and welco the royal master, ushering Ava to beco the Druid King and bringing the Druids back to the political center of power.
So, as long as he returned, Gu Shanhai would have an incredible number of allies.
...
The following day, Ekter ca to find Gu Shanhai with Ava, his expression grim as though he had contacted rlin through so ans and not received the answer he wanted.
"rlin has already arrived at the Royal Capital, yet he keeps that from ," Ekter said.
"And then?" Gu Shanhai countered, not seeing the significance.
"He also didn’t ntion Ava’s situation, only saying that the truth would erge after the Sword in the Stone, Excalibur, is pulled."
"So I suspect that it is he who supports Duke Snow Donia from behind. Once he succeeds, then the predetermined fate would be altered."
Ekter didn’t know Ava’s true identity, so naturally, he wouldn’t think that rlin was backing Ava.
"I’ve no interest in the kingdom’s affairs, nor do I wish to know. I just want to ask one question: Are you prepared to let take Ava away or leave him here? If you let take him, I can guarantee that he will beco a Dragon Vein Druid, and Kurus Brass himself will instruct him!" Gu Shanhai had no interest in engaging in riddles and mysteries with him—it was a straightforward deal, or else he would take his leave.
Ekter gritted his teeth: "Take him away; I hope he can live worry-free."
"What about you, Ava? Your father has agreed, but are you willing to co with ? The journey back... will be dangerous, but I will do my utmost to protect you," Gu Shanhai turned to look at the person involved.
"Dangerous?!" Ekter spoke first, clearly surprised since he naturally had feelings for his adopted son.
"Of course, it’s dangerous. Do you know who I’m up against?"
"We’re talking about wizards who move between all kingdoms, active in politics everywhere. Other wizards are like rats in the gutter, living in constant fear, while rlin, with his evil lineage, can safely beco the guest of honor for kings and nobility alike. Do you think such a man would abandon his ambition?"
Gu Shanhai rolled his eyes, this kid truly was clueless.
Upon hearing this, Ekter also fell silent. On the political stage, rlin was indeed an anomaly, reaching heights unreachable by all other wizards.
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