After indulging in those pleasant daydreams, Velin had yet to reach the castle entrance when he spotted a young man in casual black clothes waiting there, watching him with a smile.
"May I ask who you are?"
Velin handed his Red Phosphorus Horse over to Kyle and stepped forward to ask.
"Delgos, the Blood Moon Count's eldest son."
"So, Uncle, were you waiting here especially for me?"
"Hahaha, more or less. My mother received word from Cousin Angus half a month ago that you were coming to Blood Moon Territory. We just didn't expect you to arrive so late." Delgos regarded his nephew with a broad smile.
"Well, the people of Blood Moon Territory were so welcoming that I ended up spending a little longer on the road."
Delgos beckoned a knight over and instructed him, "Take my nephew's attendants to their quarters and get them settled. Make sure they're treated well."
"Yes, Lord Delgos."
"Come on, follow me."
Velin followed Delgos into Blood Moon Castle.
The moment he stepped inside, Velin was awestruck.
An enormous fountain stood at the center of the castle, surrounded by herbaceous plants. Many tiny creatures flitted among the flowers.
"Who is he?"
Hearing the voice, Velin looked all around but could not find the speaker.
"Here, down here."
Velin lowered his head and saw a palm-sized humanoid creature appear before him.
Delgos explained with a smile, "Verit, this is my nephew Velin. He's here to visit my mother."
"Oh! Little Miyali's descendant. You smell wonderful." Verit circled Velin a few times before settling on his shoulder. "Are you carrying something?"
Velin froze at her question, then took the Ice Blue Magic Potion he carried from inside his clothes.
The instant he brought out the Ice Blue Magic Potion, Verit waved her little hands and