On the second day after returning to his territory, Velin saw Angus and Elisa off before returning to his study.
Inside the study, Eunice heard the sound and rose to bow to Velin. "My lord."
"Sit."
Velin's gaze fell upon Eunice as he carefully examined her features. He found that she had changed very little and was still as beautiful and captivating as when they had first met.
Noticing that her lord was staring at her without blinking, Eunice's cheeks flushed slightly. She lowered her head a little but said nothing.
"When did you advance to Silver Intermediate?" Velin came back to his senses, slowly sat down, and asked gently.
Hearing this, Eunice answered respectfully, "Three years ago. With Lord O'dor's guidance, I was able to break through."
"I remember that you arrived in Qixing Territory on June 21st, Radiant Calendar 9720. It has been twenty-nine years now."
"Back then, I promised that as long as you served me for ten years, I would grant you freedom."
"You may have made such a promise, but I have already forgotten it." Eunice shook her head. "My memories of my homeland have faded. Star Moon Fort is my home. As long as you do not drive me away, I want to remain here. Caring for the griffins, Wind Wolves, Shadow Wolves, Rock Lizards, and Fire Dragons is something that fulfills me."
Velin suddenly realized that he seemed never to have asked where Eunice came from.
"Where is your hometown?"
"It should be a village called Talia in the Haisi Viscount Territory of the Laecia Tree Domain, Ayers Kingdom of Nature Elves. Perhaps it has a new name now. Probably." Eunice answered uncertainly.
Looking at the pitiful Eunice, Velin asked, "Do you want to go back and take a look?"
"The feelings have