Chapter 93

Chapter 92: Ambition in His Eyes (Subscription Request! Monthly Ticket Request!)

The market that Arquile mentioned was naturally not the kind where anyone could enter to buy vegetables, meat, and various daily necessities.

Such places do exist in Yeluv, but the market Arquile referred to was one where only nobles and wealthy merchants had the right to enter.

Its function was not much different from an ordinary market, but the items sold were entirely different.

There, various magical items, magical weapons, magical books, sword technique books, and even slaves were sold.

Many nobles and wealthy merchants liked to take a stroll in this market during their free time, looking for valuable items to purchase. Idle noble children also enjoyed spending their time there, and women, who naturally love shopping, had a particular fondness for such places.

Thus, the two female nobles were satisfied with Arquile's suggestion, and the others had no objections.

Of course, Riger knew that this was also because the people present were giving face to the red-haired young lady.

It had already been mentioned that in this small group, the others were children of minor nobles like viscounts and barons, while only two were from families of major nobles, earls.

Arquile was one of them, and the other was this red-haired young lady—Cariga Liat.

The Liat family, like the Rein family, was an earl's family. Cariga was the eldest daughter of the Liat family, 19 years old, the same age as Arquile, and one of the older members of this small group.

In this small group, Arquile's leadership was almost unshakable, but he could not ignore Cariga's opinions. If Cariga was present, he would often accommodate her, going to places she liked.

To be honest, Riger was somewhat puzzled as to why a young lady from a noble family would mix with this small group, acting like a delinquent girl, seeking fun outside every day.

Especially Cariga, according to the original owner's memories, she seemed to have joined voluntarily, unlike the others, who were either brought in by Arquile or approached to form a relationship with the Rein family.

The little girl who seemed somewhat naive joined the group with Cariga. Her name was Shafuni Rox, the youngest of all present, only 15 years old, always following Cariga like a shadow. If it weren't for Cariga, this girl would definitely not have joined the group on her own.

Cariga's motives were unknown to anyone, only Arquile had some understanding, and the original owner was equally unclear, never even considering the question.

Because, the original owner's initial willingness to join this small group was due to both Arquile and Cariga.

If asked why,

"He actually likes Cariga?"

In the luxurious carriage, while recalling information about this small group, Riger suddenly discovered this somewhat surprising fact.

"What?"

Ian heard Riger's unintentional mutter but couldn't quite make it out, so he showed some concern.

Ain also glanced over.

"Nothing, don't worry about it."

Riger then remembered that Ain and Ian were in the carriage, protecting him, so he shook his head and brushed it off.

Ian frowned, somewhat dissatisfied with Riger's dismissive attitude, but since he had spoken, he didn't mind saying a bit more.

"Forgive me, Mr. Riger," Ian looked directly at Riger and said, "The second young master of the Rein family seems to have some ulterior motives. I do not advise you to get too close to that person."

"Hmm?" Riger's attention was diverted by Ian's words, and he looked at the knight, asking, "Why is that?"

It wasn't Ian who answered Riger, but Ain.

"His eyes are filled with ambition."

Ain said this with utmost calmness, making Riger smirk.

"Ambition, huh?" Riger murmured, "Indeed."

If not for ambition, why would a young master from an earl's family pull a country boy like Riger into a group of noble children?

The entire group consisted of nine people, eight of whom were nobles, with only Riger being a commoner. What did this indicate?

It indicated that before Riger, Arquile and the others were unwilling to accept any commoner into their group.

So, why was Riger an exception?

Because he had value to be utilized.

A talent with the potential to become a tactical-level mage, and even a strategic-level mage, who wouldn't want to recruit such a person?

However, after recalling, Riger found something interesting.

That is, apart from Arquile, no one else in the entire Spliler Academy showed any friendliness or tried to form a relationship with the original owner.

This was clearly abnormal. To say that no one was trying to manipulate things, Riger didn't believe it.

"Those people were probably blocked by Arquile Rein, right?"

Arquile seemed to be trying to secure the original owner as a potential asset.

Moreover, with a group of children from other noble families around him, from Riger's perspective, this was clearly Arquile's relentless effort to recruit other nobles and build his own base.

Why was Senna subtly at odds with the original owner?

Wasn't it because he felt that Arquile valued the original owner, valued Riger as a future asset, and thus felt jealous?

Cariga bringing Shafuni into the group might also be the result of Arquile's efforts, otherwise, Arquile wouldn't always accommodate her, clearly trying to form a good relationship with her.

All of this was done with a purpose.

"Does that guy really think I would believe his lies, that he has been worried about me all along?"

Riger laughed.

If he truly cared about Riger, why did Arquile not contact him at all during the month Riger was recovering?

Yuri had sent people to the Spliler Academy to take leave for him. If Arquile truly cared about Riger, the people Yuri sent would have brought back some news, such as Arquile looking for him.

Unfortunately, there was nothing.

On the contrary, before Riger's injury healed, Yuri quietly had someone reveal that his 'gate' was damaged and he could no longer be a mage, to try to avoid the actions of heretic assassins.

This was very intriguing.

Did Arquile receive some information about this and thus ignored Riger?

Now, he suddenly shows up, why not earlier or later, but only after the news of Riger switching to sword techniques and being taken in by the Franzel family spread?

Is there no special reason for Senna's obvious jealousy of Riger and Yuri forming a relationship?

Ain and Ian, as competent attendants, noticed some signs and thus warned Riger.

After all, if Riger handled this poorly, it might affect Yuri, and thus their master.

For this reason, they said a bit more.

"Do you know something?"

Riger turned to Ain and Ian, asking tentatively.

The two knights exchanged a glance.

Then, Ian spoke.

"There are rumors that the Earl of the Rein family is preparing to formally designate an heir soon."

After saying this, Ian said nothing more.

But that was enough.

"I see."

Riger understood, and his expression returned to calm.

"Then let me see what he's really up to."

Yeluv, the Royal Market.

This market, open only to nobles and wealthy merchants, was located in the urban center, closer to the royal palace.

Carriages, escorted by guards, arrived one after another, stopping at the entrance of the market, where elegantly dressed nobles disembarked, and the carriages then drove to the adjacent parking area.

Riger and his group also got off their carriages and entered the Royal Market at Arquile's invitation.

At the entrance of the market, there were personnel responsible for checking identities, allowing only nobles and wealthy merchants to enter, while commoners and even guards were stopped and not allowed in.

With Arquile and the others present, Riger was naturally not stopped and could enter with them, but Ain and Ian were stopped.

However, Ain and Ian did not stay with the other guards. After showing a token carved with a snowflake pattern to the person at the entrance, they were immediately allowed to pass.

This scene attracted the attention of many people and made Arquile and the others exchange glances, their eyes flickering with thoughts.

The group entered the Royal Market and stopped at the square near the entrance.

"Do you have anything you want to buy?"

Arquile held a piece of parchment, filled with the names of various items.

This was given to them upon entry.

Some of the items listed were specially marked, some were very precious, and others were recent arrivals, making many people show interest.

"I want to go to the slave area."

Senna, who had just been staring at the specially marked items, a batch of newly arrived and attractive female slaves, raised her hand.

"We want to go too!"

The group of different heights and builds spoke in unison, clearly having the same idea.

Looking around, many male nobles and wealthy merchants were also heading in the direction of the slave area.

Only Cariga and Shafuni frowned slightly.

"I want to buy magical items."

Cariga said.

"I want to see the new jewelry."

Shafuni had a different opinion.

"What about you, Riger?"

Arquile, seemingly expecting this situation, was not surprised and turned to Riger, asking him.

"I'm fine with anything," Riger said calmly, "Of course, if possible, I'd like to see the sword techniques they sell here."

Hearing Riger's words, everyone's hearts stirred.

"Are you really starting to focus on sword techniques?"

Senna looked at Riger with a subtle hint of schadenfreude.

(End of Chapter)