I'll Help You

"Young Master, are we really qualified to look at the design blueprints for this Mana chariot?"

The dwarf craftsman gazed expectantly at the design drawings in Li Yan's hand. Having actually seen steel chariots, the thought of personally creating such a colossal steel behemoth filled him with excitement.

"Of course, you are the best craftsman in our territory." Li Yan chuckled as she handed over the simplified design drawings of the Mana chariot to the other party.

"Wow, that's amazing! Such a brilliant design theory!"

"It's practically a work of art."

The dwarf craftsman exclaimed in amazement, and his companions gathered around, praising the exquisite design.

Are you confident you can manufacture it? Feel free to ask me if you have any questions.

Watching the dwarven craftsmen huddled together, some even stepping on their companions' shoulders to examine the simplified Mana chariot, Li Yan smiled. His work was being praised by everyone, and he didn't mind telling them some minor details about the process.

"Is that alright, young master? Could you explain the principles behind the infusion of Mana, and the principles behind the rotation of Mana power...?"

The dwarf craftsman pointed to the design drawings and precisely selected the most difficult part to solve, asking him questions.

Your question is very accurate.

Li Yan's face showed a hint of surprise. This was no ordinary question; it was close to the core issue of the Mana Chariot. She hadn't expected the other party to see through it at a glance.

"Hehehe, I've researched similar vehicles before; those high-quality iron carriages were something I invented."

The dwarf craftsman scratched his head, speaking with pride about his past achievements.

"A fine iron chariot? Not a bad idea. Now let me explain the main principles of the Mana chariot. It's primarily based on Mana..."

For a full half hour, Li Yan explained in detail all the manufacturing details of the Mana chariot. The dwarf craftsmen listened with rapt attention, as if it were the Bible to them.

After bidding farewell to the enthusiastic dwarven craftsmen, Li Yan looked at the sky, which was already darkening, and couldn't help but feel a surge of joy. It had been a long time since he had felt this fulfilled, being looked at with such respect.

At night, at a luxurious dining table, Li Yan maintained an aristocratic demeanor as she ate the delicious and abundant food. Looking at her younger siblings, who had grown into children, Li Yan smiled and served them food.

"Yan'er, you're the idol of your younger siblings. When you have time, you should teach your brother swordsmanship."

The Lionheart Earl spoke with a kind expression.

"Yes, Yan'er, you rarely come home, but your younger brother and sister miss you very much, especially your younger brother. You led the Tiger Head Army to sweep away all the Demons and Monsters around the territory, and he needs the maid to tell him your heroic stories several times a day before he can fall asleep."

The Earl spoke gently, a smile on her face. She vaguely remembered how cute her eldest son was when he was little, and how grown up he was now.

"Spending time with your younger siblings is one thing, but there's another very important aspect, Yan'er."

The Lionheart Earl suddenly raised his voice, his previously amiable face now showing a serious expression. Li Yan was startled; this tone was unlike anything her father had ever used before.

"Yan'er, you've reached the age to settle down. You can't be willful anymore. Listen to your father, it's time for you to find someone. Before, you were out learning magic and going on adventures with your master. Now that you're back home, you can't refuse those noble gatherings anymore."

Hearing his father's stern words, Li Yan couldn't help but swallow hard. It was pressure to get married! The thing the younger generation feared most. Along with it came matchmaking parties. Those parties among the nobility were nothing more than the trivial matters between young noblemen. He had no interest in attending those boring parties.

"Father, I've found someone I like outside, and I've been very busy lately, so I haven't had time to attend those parties."

Li Yan spoke calmly, though his mind was in complete turmoil. He still stated the facts without changing his expression: he did indeed have a woman he liked outside, but her identity was somewhat awkward.

"You've found a woman you like? Good, very good. You truly are the son of Lionheart Earl. You should bring her back to meet your mother and me soon."

Upon hearing that Li Yan had found a woman he liked, Lionheart Earl's serious expression instantly turned into joy. He had previously worried that his son's obsession with magic would prevent him from having a grandson soon.

"Can you tell your mother if that girl is pretty? Is she gentle?"

A gossipy look appeared on the Earl's face. How could she not be curious about the person her son liked?

Li Yan paused slightly, and the corners of her mouth unconsciously turned up in a smile.

"Hmm... she's very pretty, very gentle, and very kind to me."

He unconsciously thought of his Godmother, Flamme, who was indeed gentle and beautiful, with long legs and a broad perspective.

"I really want to meet her, Yan'er. When can you bring her back so I can meet her? I want to hear her tell me your love story in person."

The Earl spoke with anticipation, cupping her face in her hands, clearly very curious about the story of Li Yan's encounter with the woman he liked.

"Um..."

Li Yan felt a pang of embarrassment. He couldn't very well tell his mother, "You've already met her; she's your best friend, and I call her Godmother every day."

Dinner was a real ordeal. After learning that Li Yan had a girl he liked, his mother kept insisting on hearing her story. She wanted to hear not only her son's story, but also the story told by the girl Li Yan liked.

In the end, Li Yan could only make up a few stories about her daily life with her Godmother, which made her mother very happy.

Back in her room, Li Yan breathed a sigh of relief. Xiao Wu and Xiao Xue gently approached Li Yan and carefully removed her clothes, hanging them on the clothes rack in the room.

"Young Master, could you please take Xiao Xue and me with you next time you leave?"

"Young master, please take me and Xiao Wu with you."

A soft, sweet voice rang out from the room. Looking at the two girls with their beautiful faces, Li Yan reached out and stroked their little heads. These past years, while he was away from home, the two girls had suffered.

"I understand, go to sleep."

Li Yan said softly that he was a little tired tonight and wanted to go to bed early.

"Yes, young master!"

"Young master, let me warm your bed."

As the lights went out, everything quieted down, and Li Yan calmly began her teaching.

Xiao Wu and Xiao Xue obediently responded.

"Yes, young master."