Over the next two months, Lynn frequently checked on the fetus in Xixi's womb.
As the fetus gradually took shape, he confirmed one thing—there was not even a trace of the Astral Behemoth Bloodline within this child.
It seemed that raising another descendant like Lin Chen, one who inherited the Astral Behemoth Bloodline, was likely impossible.
However, the Nightsong Family was overjoyed.
Xixi's pregnancy was tremendous news for the Nightsong Family.
No matter how talented the child would be, as long as it carried Lynn's bloodline, the family would effectively be tied to a formal Wizard of astonishing potential and gain a powerful patron.
At the very least, throughout the Soul-Sinking Valley region, the title of a formal Wizard from Bone Spire carried enormous weight.
But Lynn strictly forbade them from spreading the news, especially news concerning his descendants, which had to remain tightly confidential.
His name could sometimes serve as a powerful shield, but it could also draw enemies strong enough to destroy the entire family.
After all, a formal Wizard's enemies could only be formal Wizards...
Not long afterward, Hask came to visit Lynn, and his attitude remained the same as ever.
Clearly, he had not noticed anything unusual about Lynn and did not know that he had already advanced to the second ring.
In the fortress reception hall, he exchanged customary pleasantries with Lynn and spoke of the latest developments at the outpost and in the surrounding area.
Bone Spire's reputation was formidable. All nearby factions survived by watching its mood, and no one dared come looking for trouble.
Thus, the garrison assignment was fairly safe. So long as no factions of equal standing went to war, one could generally remain safely stationed until the term ended.
Lynn did not take the initiative to mention either