Graystone City was not large, nestled between two low hills.
The Grayfeather Family residence occupied nearly half a street on the eastern side. Its courtyard walls were mottled with age, and a weathered family crest was carved above the gate.
The family home was full of life because of the two little ones.
Lin Chen was very clever. He learned quickly and asked many questions.
Whenever Lynn had no time to accompany him, he would carry his books to Alia.
Alia was a Second-rank Wizard Apprentice and knew quite a lot, yet even she was often left shaking her head by her son's questions.
"You child, where do all these strange questions come from?" Alia asked.
"The books don't say enough. They can't resolve my doubts," Lin Chen said.
"Then when you become capable in the future, you can supplement and improve them yourself."
Lin Chen nodded seriously. "Alright. I'll write a book thicker than the library's collection."
Lin Yao heard that from the side and clapped her hands. "Then I'll read the book Brother writes in the future!"
Lin Chen scratched his head sheepishly. "I was just saying that."
"Once you've said it, you're not allowed to go back on your word," Alia teased.
Lin Chen puffed out his little chest. "I won't go back on it!"
Lin Yao ran over and tugged at Lin Chen's clothes. "Brother, play with me!"
"Let me finish today's meditation first," Lin Chen said.
"No, I want to play now!" Lin Yao pouted.
Lin Chen looked at Alia, then at Lin Yao. Finally, he sighed. "Alright, let's go. But only for a little while."
Alia watched the two little ones run out hand in hand and could not help smiling.
In the corner, Lynn had appeared at some point, watching it all with