Relf's Return

At this moment, Roy had no idea that Abbott and Benjamin, the wizard disguised Welsh, had actually met in the library.

He was in the Study Room, telling Jasper about the news of the Priest Sandike.

He had a very bad impression of the Priest Sandike, and when he heard that the Guard Squad Elf Ranger were investigating him, he couldn't help but feel a secret thrill. When he heard that Thorndike had been dismissed from his post by the Moon God Temple, he felt even more that Thorndike deserved it.

Now he actually hoped the case of the stolen Wisdom Holy Grail would be judged fairly, since some things were obvious that Priest Theodore had no opportunity to do, such as killing the Half-Elf Pelius...

He also wanted to know who had killed Pelius's sister, Windsor, a murder that had been completely ignored at the trial on Sunday.

If the investigation into the Priest Sandike is reopened, it may very well lead to the discovery of Pelius's death.

Of course, this was just Roy's expectation.

Roy didn't see Abbott in the gatehouse, nor in the Study Room. Only Jasper was reciting prayers alone in the Study Room.

Roy picked up the book ' Detailed Explanation of Purification Art ' from the bookshelf again and silently recited the prayer.

He actually hoped to learn the ' Hammer of Judgment ', but High Priest Reed said that the Hammer of Judgment and the Hammer of Punishment could only be learned after becoming Priest, while the ' Hammer of Sanction ' could only be learned after becoming High Priest.

The prayers that need to be memorized are very long, and not only must the words be memorized, but even the intonation when reciting them is strictly required.

In fact, when prayers are combined with divine runes, the caster still needs to find those subtle nodes on their own.

Therefore, it is not easy to successfully perform a spell on the first try; it requires the caster to make various attempts.

Of course, if there were a very detailed explanation of divine spell casting, and a very responsible teacher, this learning process would be shortened infinitely.

Of course, luck and talent are also indispensable factors.

Jasper and Abbott believed that Roy had always been incredibly lucky, otherwise he wouldn't have been promoted so quickly.

Roy sat down opposite Jasper, opened his book of divine spells, and, as usual, chatted with Jasper for a few minutes before beginning his practice:

"Did Abbott go to the library again?"

"Yeah, this guy still won't give up," Jasper said, somewhat angrily.

It seems that the relationship between the two has not improved at all.

The three of them were very good friends, but now there's a rift between them. If Roy had known this would happen, he would rather not have opened that safe.

He shared Jasper's opinion that the treasure was more likely a trap, especially since the dwarf captain Relf was only missing, not confirmed dead.

Even if he's dead, doesn't he have a son or subordinates?

Does a pirate's treasure always have to be left to outsiders?

Roy preferred the Black Pearl to the pirates' treasure.

Yes, the Great Sea Ship currently belongs to the three of them, and it is stranded on a shallow beach.

Even with high tides, the Black Pearl is currently unable to enter the open sea...

To Roy, the ship was more like a large house by the sea, with ocean-view villas on the deck and Row House below, and so many rooms...

The ship is also very well equipped, with bedrooms, kitchens, activity rooms, and more.

"Should we go clean the Black Pearl tonight?" Roy asked Jasper.

Previously, Jasper and Abbott were the two who cleaned the Black Pearl, but now that Abbott and Jasper have had a fight, Jasper is the only one left to clean the Black Pearl.

Roy felt he should also do his part.

Upon hearing Roy's words, Jasper immediately relaxed and happily replied, "Okay."

Roy and Jasper left the Goddess of Freedom Temple at dusk.

When the two left the temple, Abbott had already returned and was sitting alone in the gatehouse, engrossed in reading a nautical atlas.

After all this time, Abbott has finally found the right books.

Abbott did not notice Jasper and Roy leaving the temple.

As Roy noticed patrolling Elf Warrior on the docks. Their armor was quite different from the leather armor worn by the Elf Ranger Guard Squad, suggesting they were sent by the garrison...

The Fish Market at the dock was almost closed, but it was still very lively.

Passing by the small square next to the port, although the sun had not yet set, two rows of horse-drawn carriages were already parked in the square.

Roy and Jasper turned to look at the Seaside Castle on the cliff at the same time. The white building was painted with a golden hue in the setting sun, and the guards at the castle gate could be seen. It seemed that a ball was going to be held in the Seaside Castle tonight.

The thought that Master Harper had once suggested to the Elder Council that the Seaside Castle be turned into a military fortress...

How could that be! The elves are used to a life of luxury and comfort. It's impossible for them to turn such a beautiful castle into a military fortress unless war breaks out.

Jasper suddenly stopped, turned to look at the white castle on the cliff, and asked Roy beside him:

"Roy, was the castle as lively as it is today that day?"

Roy thought about how disheveled the two of them looked that day and laughed, saying, "There were probably more elves attending the ball that day. The whole square was almost full of carriages. The guests for the ball probably haven't all arrived yet."

However, the two also gained a lot from that dangerous experience.

Jasper found love, Roy gained a Holy Scepter.

The three of them then acquired the Black Pearl...

Jasper asked curiously:

"So you just rushed all the way to the castle gate?"

He gestured with his hands as he spoke.

"Of course not. In fact... when I arrived at the small square, I was stopped by Princess Ophelia's guards. However, I was in a rather disheveled state and explained our predicament, so they were very supportive of me seeking help from Princess Ophelia. While I was being stopped at the manor gate, I ran into some friends from the Elf Academy. Later, when I rushed into the Dance Floor, I discovered that Princess Ophelia was actually my History Teacher..."

Roy explained in a low voice.

He had only mentioned these things briefly at the time and had never explained them to Jasper in detail.

The two were walking through a small square when they happened to be chatting there. Roy then recounted how he had asked Princess Ophelia for help.

Jasper was stunned for a moment, never expecting there to be so many twists and turns in the story.

The two walked and talked, and soon arrived at the West Beach of the pier. Just then, the tide came in, and the rising seawater had already surrounded the Black Pearl.

The two had to wade through the water to climb aboard the Black Pearl.

As soon as he stepped onto the deck, Jasper strode to the door of the Ship Building, pushed it open, and his face immediately tensed. He turned to Roy and whispered:

"Roy, someone came by, and even went inside the Ship Building and looked around..."

Roy quickly pulled out Wooden Shield and Wooden Stick from his Magic Pouch, first casting a ' Strength Blessing ' on himself and Jasper, then releasing Divine Light before entering the first floor of the Ship Building.

Roy doesn't come here often; Jasper is the one who does most of the cleaning, so he's more likely to notice anything unusual on the ship.

"Could it be Abbott who came here?" Roy asked.

Jasper shook his head and said with absolute certainty, "It wasn't him. This cordon was set up by him and me."

Has he left?

Roy stood at the doorway, gripping the Wooden Stick somewhat nervously.

Jasper reached out and pushed the door open. This room belonged to Jasper. The other furnishings inside were untouched, except for the wardrobe by the wall, which had been opened and the several long dresses that were originally hanging inside had vanished.

"That Blood Elf mage has returned!"

The two spoke almost simultaneously.

'She really didn't die.' Roy couldn't help but think...

The two then went to Abbott's room, where no one broke in.

Walking up to the second floor of the Ship Building, Roy's room seemed unchanged.

The two carefully searched the two levels below the deck, but found no obvious traces.

Not daring to linger on the Black Pearl, Roy and Jasper locked the door again and hurriedly left.

"You'd better be careful these next couple of days. I don't want to have to do another rescue operation." Roy said this very bluntly.

Jasper wiped the sweat from his brow and said somewhat cautiously:

"I understand. I'm always very careful when I come here, and I've even set up some security lines so I can spot anyone who tries to break in very quickly."

As Roy left the Black Pearl, Roy saw lights coming on at the Seaside Manor, and heard melodious music drifting from afar...

It's clear that a ball is being held inside the Seaside Castle.

Roy and Jasper waded back to the port. As they passed the small square, Roy saw Captain Simpson riding a white horse, leading a squad of Elven Guard on patrol in the square.

If you see someone you know, you'll naturally run over to say hello.

Roy stood at the edge of the square and waved vigorously at Captain Simpson. He saw Captain Simpson pull on the reins of his white horse and look in Roy's direction.

Roy quickly ran over. "Good evening, Captain Simpson!"

"I remember your name is Roy. I never expected to run into you again!"

Captain Simpson, riding his horse, smiled at Roy and said this.

"Captain Simpson, I just discovered..."

Roy told Captain Simpson about their discovery on the Black Pearl before leaving with Jasper.

Jasper returned to the temple...

Roy crossed the Cross Street Intersection and ran home before dark.

As night falls, the sea breeze rustles the dense vines on the cliffs by the sea.

Joyful music drifted from the clifftop castle a few dozen meters away, accompanied by the rich aroma of ale carried on the sea breeze. Relf hid among the branches, constantly raising his nose to inhale the fragrance of the fine wine and delicacies.

A pair of large, bell-shaped eyes scanned the dancing silver moon Elven Nobles inside the castle...

A hint of ruthlessness flashed in his eyes.