Blood Knight Valdeniel silently gazed at the scattered corpses of the Fear Knights before him, a bittersweet ache in his nostrils, tears nearly spilling from his eyes.
This Fear Knight, affectionately nicknamed "Evergreen Tree" by his peers, had just turned six hundred and twenty this year and was a seasoned knight through and through; according to Fear Knights tradition, this aged warrior, known for his boldness and decisive character, should have long retired to a life of leisure and ease—time is an unstoppable blade, cutting away not only past glories but also the sighs of a fading hero.
However, Valdeniel still actively served on the front lines of the army. Although his swordsmanship might no longer be as swift as that of the younger generation and his arcane skills might no longer be as sharp and domineering, his vast experience, insight, and wise mind remained the most trusted beacon for his colleagues and superiors.
