Generational Heir

Ulvashi's nights were vastly different from those of the other cities in Queen Tistis's Kingdom.

Thanks to the White Burn Stones regulating the temperature and keeping out the wind and snow, the capital of the Queen's Kingdom was brightly lit at night. There was no snow on the roads and no biting wind everywhere one turned, making the nightlife here far richer than in other cities. At the very least, many taverns, inns, and restaurants remained open at night. There were even night markets, providing round-the-clock service to Ulvashi's residents.

Of course, the nobility enjoyed the richest nightlife, as well as the greatest convenience and service.

As for the Queen's Palace, once the nobles had left and returned to their respective residences, nighttime here was much quieter than daytime. Only patrolling knights and guards standing watch could be seen everywhere. Maids and servants also moved about during this time. Other than them, there was no one else.

Whoosh!

At a certain moment, a figure suddenly appeared outside a training ground located on the edge of the Queen's Palace.

Riezel, clad in the distinctive outerwear of Queen Tistis's Kingdom, appeared there without a sound. Looking at the vast training ground before him, an indescribable emotion surfaced in his eyes.

Tonight, Riezel had not brought anyone with him.

Even Lilith, who had stayed by Riezel's side every step of the way and insisted on protecting him, had been temporarily left behind in the queen's bedchamber rather than allowed to accompany him.

The invitation that had reached him during the day had explicitly requested that he come alone.

It looked like a trap no matter how one saw it, yet Riezel, confident in his own strength and boldness, had agreed without the slightest hesitation.

However...

"They invited me to a training ground. Are