Return to the castle.
Reine was handed over to the servants, and soon he received the appropriate treatment.
An hour later, Reine slowly awakened from his slumber.
The comfortable big bed gave him an extremely uncomfortable feeling, while a burst of fragrance wafted to the tip of his nose, causing his Adam's apple to roll with motion.
"Glug!"
His Adam's apple moved instinctively.
But when his vision cleared and he saw everything around him, he couldn't help but jolt in shock, quickly climbing out of bed, his expression somewhat flustered.
Because at this moment, he was in a luxurious room.
Everything he saw in front of him was something he couldn't possibly imagine.
Even if it was just one item, selling him wouldn't be enough to compensate for it.
What shocked him even more was that he was dressed in incredibly lavish attire, the kind that nobles he glimpsed from afar wore.
It is said that each piece required silver coins to purchase.
Growing up, the most he had dealt with was iron coins, and he had only seen copper coins three years ago, let alone silver coins, which he never dared to dream of.
However, in his panic.
"Creak!"
The door emitted a soft sound, and a servant-like figure walked in.
"Well!"
"Um!"
Reine was a bit flustered, instinctively speaking, but didn't know what to say.
"No need to be nervous!"
"Young Master Thor has asked you to eat before seeing him."
A gentle voice sounded, the servant spoke respectfully.
Listening to the respectful tone, Reine felt as if he were in a dream.
Following the servant's indication, he noticed the dining table beside him was full of food.
No longer was it the nearly inedible black bread but exquisitely prepared meals, including quite a bit of meat.
"Glug!"
His Adam's apple rolled instinctively again. Reine couldn't help but want to move closer, yet he hesitated.
"This, I, can I eat?"
Reine spoke cautiously, still somewhat uncertain.
"Of course, it's prepared by Young Master Thor for you. Please eat quickly; otherwise, it won't be tasty when cold!"
The servant continued speaking with a smile.
Seeing the expression and smile of the other party, Reine couldn't help but move forward in hunger.
Began eating hastily.
However, as the food entered his mouth, tears unknowingly welled up in his eyes, which he forcibly held back.
This meal he ate quickly.
Would typically savor such abundant food slowly, but thinking of the servant's words, he unconsciously sped up.
After a moment, he finished and followed the servant to see Thor.
On the training ground.
Thor was practicing knightly techniques.
Having condensed the Life Seed to become an Apprentice Knight did not mean he didn't need to continue cultivating.
In fact, continuous training, gathering more Life Source Power, is the key to truly becoming a knight. Even with a Golden Finger, Thor naturally wouldn't relax.
Beside him was Knight Commander Michael.
Seeing Thor practice, Michael was also a bit surprised.
He was quite familiar with this young master; in past years, his talent was quite ordinary.
Unexpectedly, in the past few days, he made rapid progress and became an Apprentice Knight.
Moreover, his practice was significantly better than before, evidently more serious.
"It seems Young Master Thor has really matured!"
Michael spoke with emotion.
Amid his sentiments, his brows lifted slightly, and his gaze turned ahead.
At this moment, a servant was leading Reine in from afar.
However, Michael only glanced briefly and then paid it no mind.
As for Thor, he also noticed but did not stop; he proceeded to finish all his practice.
"Young Master Thor, your knightly techniques are very proficient. If you continue to practice, you might advance to a knight within ten years!"
Michael spoke with a smile.
"Thank you for the guidance, Uncle Michael!"
Thor nodded; he didn't take Michael's words too seriously, as he was aware of his own talent.
After finishing speaking, his gaze turned to Reine and the servant.
"Young Master Thor!"
"Sir!"
The servant and Reine spoke.
"Good, it seems you've recovered well!"
Thor nodded with a smile, satisfied with his assessment of Reine.
At this moment, Reine was dressed in noble attire; his golden curls and lively eyes gave an impression of extreme refinement, a far cry from his previously dirty and chaotic appearance.
"Sir!"
Reine instinctively spoke but was momentarily at a loss for words.
"Would you be willing to become my Guardian Knight?"
"If you agree, I can have someone teach you the Knight's Cultivation Method."
Seeing Reine hesitant to speak, Thor smiled without beating around the bush, instead speaking directly.
In this almost medieval era, there was no need for any drama about winning people's hearts or excessive display.
He is nobility.
Reine is a commoner.
This in itself speaks volumes.
Just at this moment, even Michael glanced at Reine with surprise.
And at this instant, Reine lifted his head abruptly, his eyes filled with shock and a touch of delight as he looked at Thor.
"Sir!"
Words opened up, Reine's heart pounding furiously.
He was indeed a commoner, but he certainly knew of the knights.
They were the lords on high.
He had never imagined that he might one day become such an existence.
"Why wouldn't you be willing?"
Seeing Reine's eyes widen, Thor's voice sounded with a smile.
"Willing!"
"I am willing!"
"Sir, I swear by the name of the Goddess of Life, I, Reine, will become your loyal Guardian Knight!"
With Reine's words, a green radiance enveloped the surroundings, followed by a diamond-shaped mark instantly appearing on Reine's brow.
On this land, all radiance under the Goddess of Life's blessing, to swear by her name, no matter who, will receive a response.
Reine now sworn directly by the name of the Goddess of Life, fulfilled Thor's request.
Watching this moment.
Thor's face showed a slight surprise, but he soon broke into a smile.
Everything went far smoother than he imagined.
At this moment, Reine truly became his Guardian Knight.
The Guardian Contract, witnessed by life, witnessed by loyalty, could only be formed by those wholeheartedly devoted.
It was autonomous.
Impossible to force.
And once formed.
It meant Reine truly became his most loyal knight.
"Hahaha, good!"
"From today, you are my Guardian Knight, the first of my Guardian Knights!"
"Uncle Michael, could I trouble you to guide Reine for the next few days!"
Thor nodded with a smile, then looked at the surprised Michael beside him, speaking with a request.
"I can!"
Michael hesitated slightly, glanced at Reine, then nodded in agreement.