The Follower
In this year's Knight Selection, a total of 193 graduates successfully joined the Thirteen Knights.
After the election, there will be no restrictions on Newcomer knights joining the guild. They can go to the Knight Headquarters at any time to receive basic knight equipment and the corresponding knight insignia.
The specific time for joining the order and participating in formal training will be arranged by each Knight Order.
The stricter Lionheart Knight Order and Hell Knight Order only give Newcomer three days of rest... The relatively more lenient Steam Knight Order and Misfortune Knight Order give Newcomer a rest period ranging from one week to one month to adjust their condition.
In short, once you graduate successfully, you will only be subject to the management of the corresponding Knight Order.
It should be noted that the Whisper Knight Order only recruited two graduates for this tournament.
One of them is Valen Nicholas, who received citywide attention and won the first pick.
Another library graduate, though ranked relatively low and not particularly strong in Combat Power, seemed to have an exceptionally good memory and could quickly draw a large number of array spells.
According to Commander Hugo, once Han Dong reports to the Knight Order, Han Dong will be given a lot of complicated work.
Considering Han Dong's special experience and performance in the election, and the many things that need to be dealt with after the election, Han Dong was given a week to rest.
Otherwise, Commander Hugo, would drag Han Dong to report for duty as soon as the conference ended, and start the 996 work mode that would make him bald.
The next day.
Knight Headquarters.
Han Dong is here receiving his basic equipment and insignia Formal Knight.
"These are your knight's equipment and insignia. Please keep them safe."
The emblem, naturally, is the "magnifying glass and question mark" that accompany the Whisper Knight Order. It serves as essential identification when attending various special occasions, accepting knightly missions, or leaving the city.
As for the knight's equipment.
Han Dong only received a set of [Archaeology Outfit] made from "Magic Pattern Leather".
That is, a single-breasted leather jacket with gray and white stripes, a pair of long trousers with good insulation, and a pair of high-top leather shoes that make almost no noise when walking, so as not to disturb the work of others in the Knight Order.
The outer garment possesses a certain degree of pollution resistance, preventing mental contamination when coming into contact with unknown cultural relics outside the city.
The most important characteristic is that such attire has the property of 'spirited excitement'.
A cup of coffee every day can help office workers maintain their efficiency for ten hours a day.
Compared to the armor provided by most Knight Order, this kind of "happy overtime uniform" is really low-class.
Although he has not yet reported to the Whisper Knight Order, Han Dong is already a Formal Knight.
To be honest, Han Dong didn't mind the clerical work in the Whisper Knight Order at all, especially after hearing about things related to the Otherworldly Demon [Stone Tablet] from Commander Hugo.
Han Dong is personally very interested in any kind of 'research' involving the unknown.
Moreover, Han Dong had learned about Hugo's background in advance from Mr. Black and White, and had also witnessed Hugo's methods at the conference.
This 'weakest' Knight Order, which consistently ranks at the bottom in overall ratings, must have some unspeakable secrets.
at the same time.
Mia also received basic equipment belonging to the [Misfortune Knight Order] from another reporting point.
A dark-colored, close-fitting Light Armor.
It retains the characteristics of armor while highlighting Mia's figure.
"Honey, let's hurry out of town for our honeymoon!"
Mia had already imagined all sorts of 'wonderful' scenes of the two of them, and couldn't help but slightly tighten her legs and reach out to hold Han Dong's arm.
"When will your Knight Order begin formal training?"
"Hehe... Vice Commander Archimedes gave me two weeks of rest and a semi-free learning method, allowing me to continue my contact with the witch teacher."
So! I can stay with my dear one forever.
Mia had changed into dark Light Armor and rode with Han Dong in a special Crow Carriage to the city gate.
However, just as the carriage entered the Slums, Han Dong noticed something and ordered it to stop.
"What's the matter?"
Mia was in a state of apprehension, fearing that such a great opportunity would be ruined by some unexpected event.
"Someone is following us..."
Upon hearing that someone dared to ruin their 'honeymoon trip', Mia drew her demon sword and prepared to jump out of the carriage... but was immediately stopped by Han Dong.
"They must have been following us ever since we left the Knight Headquarters. I'll go check it out..."
Han Dong's intuition told him that the stalker's target was clear: he was coming for him.
An ordinary-looking carriage, but actually equipped with a powerful Steam System, was parked on the roadside fifty meters away.
The car door was open.
He gestured for Han Dong to get into the car so they could talk.
"Mia, come with me... Behave yourself. We'll leave the city after we've settled things; it won't take long."
"Oh..."
Mia sheathed her demon sword.
I don't know if it's because I've been tricked by Han Dong so many times, but I have a feeling that this 'honeymoon trip' is going to be ruined again.
Step onto the carriage.
The exterior appears to be an ordinary wooden carriage, but the interior is filled with regularly arranged metal lines.
Additionally, the back is printed with the gear emblem of the Steam Knight Order.
A middle-aged man wearing an aristocratic wig and impeccably dressed was sitting in the carriage... Even Though his body was covered in aristocratic clothing, it could not hide his imposing figure.
"Mr. Newton!"
The tracker was none other than Congreve Newton, the Vice Commander of the Steam Knight Order.
Upon learning the person's identity, Mia immediately lost her temper.
Because of her dissatisfaction with Mr. Black and White, the witch often mentioned the question of whether the Holy City would function normally without Mr. Black and White when she was alone with her beloved disciple, Mia.
Because Mr. Black and White is not the only "wise man" in the Holy City.
This man, who followed his patron and managed all affairs of the Steam Knight Order, was also a recognized sage in the Holy City.
Although the chances of Mia encountering this man were slim, the witch still warned Mia to be careful of him.
"Valen Nicholas ... Before you leave the city, on behalf of our Patron Lord, there are a few things I would like to discuss with you."
"OK."
"According to the plan of our Patron Lord and myself, [Gulli Charid] should have won first place in this Knight Tournament, so that we could fully promote ' Steam Technology Human Modification ' to all the Knight Order."
However, because of you, this plan has to be postponed.
Of course, it was also because of you that we discovered some shortcomings of this technology.
The Patron Lord has also taken a great interest in you and has asked me to gather intelligence about you in secret.
Unfortunately, I discovered something quite interesting.
Han Dong remained silent, simply listening quietly.
"Starting three years ago, you made several large purchases of building materials and medicinal materials in installments, with purchase intervals ranging from one to three months."
Based on your personal characteristics, it is speculated that you are building some kind of large-scale [Biological Laboratory].
Such a large biological experimental site could not possibly be built on the second level or above of the Holy City... it could only exist in the Slums.
However, I could not find any land use rights for you in the Slums, and you rarely go in or out of the Slums, and your family has also moved away from here.
Therefore, my Patron Lord and I suspect that your laboratory may not be located within the city.