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The winding path leads to a secluded spot, where the willows by the embankment borrow the green from three oars, and across the bank, flowers share a trace of fragrance.
Following the continuous laughter and cheerful voices of Wendy, Bu leisurely strolls through the corridors of the estate.
The layout of the estate is naturally sparse and dense, with pavilions and halls arranged at varying heights, clearly distinguishing the main from the secondary. There are often surprising sights that draw admiration from all who pass by.
Occasionally, one can see flowing pools and springs, artificial hills and strange rocks, while willows sway gently in the breeze.
The corridors twist and turn, with eaves reaching high; each time Bu turns a corner into a covered walkway, he is greeted by different delightful scenes—jade grass carpeting the ground, exotic flowers competing in bloom, and in places where foliage is dense, a subtle fragrance wafts through the air.
Step by step, he admires and praises.
It feels as if he has not traveled through time at all, but rather as if he is reliving a moment spent with his father at a garden ruin, marveling at how similar the beauty is to what he sees now.
“Brent, what’s wrong? What are you thinking about?”
Wendy's clear and melodious voice comes from beside him, pulling Bu back from his reverie.
Looking at the girl before him with a puzzled expression, Bu gently smiles and says, “It’s nothing. I just feel a bit homesick seeing this place.”
“Oh! So your family’s estate is also built in the architectural style of the Unified Era of Huabao? No wonder you know so many fascinating stories; it seems to be rooted in your family background.”
Wendy smiles innocently, looking at Bu with warmth in her eyes, her voice sweetly resonant.
“Yes, that’s right. Everyone in my family loves this architectural style; they believe living in such a residence brings one closer to nature.” Bu chuckles lightly, feeling somewhat overwhelmed.
How can this girl’s thought process be so jumpy? Just because she likes this architectural style does it mean it’s rooted in her family background?
Without waiting for Wendy to continue her curious questioning, Bu quickly changed the subject. He pointed to the package that Locke was holding behind him and smiled, "Wendy, I came to visit your family today. You wouldn't keep me wandering around here, would you?"
"Oh, alright. Then Brant, I'll take you to meet my father. He's at home and hasn't left yet. I've mentioned you to him many times, and I'm sure he'll be happy to see you."
Wendy felt a bit embarrassed by Bu's words; she just wanted to spend more time with him. However, the thought of introducing Bu to her father made her happy again.
"Sister, who are you with? Aren't you going to introduce him to me?"
A somewhat eerie and deep voice suddenly came from behind, accompanied by some footsteps.
Bu turned around to see a tall figure with a vulture-like face approaching, accompanied by a sharp-nosed servant.
"Second Brother, this is Young Master Brent, the one I mentioned to Father. He was the one who saved me outside the city."
Wendy seemed not to think highly of her so-called Second Brother, and her tone sounded quite stiff.
Bu carefully examined this so-called Second Brother: Vulture Face, a prominent nose, thin lips, deep-set eyes, and short brown hair. He was slightly taller than Bu.
"Oh! So it's Young Master Brent! I've heard so much about you! Wendy has mentioned you several times. Meeting you today, it's clear you're quite the handsome gentleman."
The figure called Second Brother suddenly broke into a smile that didn't quite reach his eyes, giving off a somewhat sinister vibe.
"Hypocritical," Bu Xin muttered inwardly but maintained a polite smile on his face as he replied in a calm tone, "You flatter me; I'm just an unknown soldier. It's truly an honor to hear such praise."
"Oh no, no! Young Master Brent is young yet possesses powerful Low-Level strength. If that's what an unknown soldier is like, then I suppose all the young nobles in Sparta City are just unremarkable characters."
Vulture Face waved his hand dismissively, seemingly unconvinced by Bu's words. However, the hint of hostility hidden in his gaze did not escape Bu's keen observation.
With a calm and subtle smile, he dared not speak, remaining humble.
However, at this moment, he was completely baffled. He had just arrived at the Aldra Family, so why did this so-called Second Young Master harbor such hostility towards him?
Bunamon glanced at Wendy and suddenly thought, could it be because of Wendy? Did this scheming second son have feelings for her?
No way! Siblings? He quickly dismissed his strange thought. The Vulture Face didn't seem close to Wendy at all; how could he possibly like her?
Feeling the odd gaze from Bu, Wendy was somewhat confused. Nevertheless, she addressed the Vulture Face, saying, "Second Brother, I need to take Young Master Brent to see Father now. If you have nothing else to attend to, we’ll be on our way."
The Vulture Face chuckled and feigned generosity, saying, "Alright, you two hurry along. Brother Brant, we’ll meet again another day and have a proper gathering then."
"Hey! Who's your brother? With that ugly face that no one loves, don’t talk about being enthusiastic; I'm not into guys."
Bu Xin was furious inside but maintained a polite smile on the surface, softly agreeing that they would indeed get closer in the future. This hypocritical act was making him feel nauseous.
After passing by the Vulture Face and his servant, Wendy led Bu into the interior of the estate.
On their way, Bu learned some details about the entire Aldra Family from Wendy.
The head of the Aldra Family is Earl Warren Edra, also known as Warren Adela, who holds all the power within the family.
Under Warren Earl are his three wives, with the greatest authority belonging to the Countess he married first when he was young. This Countess's father was a significant figure in the Mercenary Guild that Locke once belonged to.
Wendy's Second Brother is named Bill, who is the second son of this Countess. His elder brother Kevin has been thriving in the noble circles of Crook Duchy with Warren Earl's support and shows signs of being the next heir of the Aldra Family.
Wendy's mother is the last wife that Warren Earl took in, making Wendy the youngest among all of Warren Earl's daughters.
Wendy usually got along best with Daisy, the daughter of the Second Lady. Daisy was the blonde girl who had been by Wendy's side when they first met, and she was only a few years older than Wendy.
As they spoke, the two of them approached the study of the Aldra Family residence. When Warren Earl was not out, he spent most of his time in the study handling important matters, as he was also the executive officer of Sparta City and had a busy schedule.
The study was quite spacious, surrounded by lush bamboo. Occasionally, a gentle breeze would pass through, causing the vibrant green bamboo leaves to rustle softly. Walking among them gave a serene feeling, as if one were enveloped in a tranquil green forest.
Wendy led Brent to the elegantly decorated door of the study and instructed the servant at the door to announce their arrival. She then explained to Brent, "My father is in the study dealing with affairs. Anyone who wishes to see him needs to be announced first." With that, she playfully stuck out her tongue at Brent, looking incredibly cute.
Brent nodded in acknowledgment and waited quietly with Wendy outside the door, lost in thought.
As he approached the study, he sensed something unusual about this place. Just a moment ago, he felt as if he were being targeted by several cold gazes like snakes, prickling at his back. It seemed that any slight movement on his part would provoke a series of fierce attacks. This hidden defensive power startled Bu Xin.
Even now, he felt as though he were being watched by an elusive gaze. However, as he discreetly surveyed his surroundings, he found no signs of anyone lurking nearby.
Unable to identify the source of the gaze, Brent decided not to dwell on it any longer. The stronger the hidden power of the Aldra Family, the more advantageous it would be for him as he prepared to climb this giant tree.
If he could ascend this giant tree, he could leverage these connections to negotiate with the Thieves' Guild.
Before long, the door to the study opened, and the servant who had gone to announce their arrival stepped out. He approached Wendy and bowed slightly, whispering, "Miss, Earl Warren Edra has instructed you to enter now."
Wendy turned back to Brent with a sweet smile and said, "Come on, Brent. Father will definitely be very happy to see you."
Brent smiled in return and tilted his head slightly toward Locke behind him, signaling him to follow. He then entered the study with Wendy.
As soon as they stepped into the study, that elusive feeling of being watched vanished completely, allowing Brent's tense body to relax.
The study was spacious with a carpet made from monster fur that felt thick and soft underfoot. The room featured coral bonsai arrangements and intricately carved mahogany bookshelves filled neatly with books.
On a shelf, there was a pot of incense, with wisps of smoke rising and floating, filling the room with a fragrant aroma. Bu Qing took a light sniff, and the scent entered her nose, refreshing her lungs and making her mind feel clearer and more alert.
As Wendy slowly moved forward, observing her surroundings, a clear and powerful voice suddenly rang out, tinged with a hint of laughter.
"This must be Brent, my nephew? Truly a dragon among men. No wonder Wendy has been talking about you non-stop."
"Not at all, Father, you're just teasing me," Wendy replied playfully, her face turning red.
Bu was surprised and withdrew his gaze from his surroundings to look ahead, where he saw a middle-aged man standing by an intricately carved screen, smiling at him.
"This must be Warren Earl," Bu Xin quickly realized and responded without hesitation. He put on a smile and respectfully performed a noble greeting to Earl Warren Edra, saying, "I pay my respects to Earl Warren Edra. Thank you for your kindness."
"Oh! No need for such formalities. I'm very pleased that my nephew has come to visit. I haven't had the chance to thank you for that matter regarding the lady yet," Warren Earl said graciously, taking a few steps forward to help Bu up from his bowing position while laughing heartily.
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