LGHTNOVELBOOK Chapter 100 - 99 Farewell
Chapter 100: Chapter 99 Farewell
Ultimately, under Fang Zheng’s deliberate guidance, the matter came to a successful conclusion. The round-faced Bishop believed he had tricked Fang Zheng, the “naive and upright” young man, and felt extremely pleased with himself. By using the round-faced Bishop’s manipulation, Fang Zheng also distanced himself from the Sanctuary. Each had gotten what they needed, and both were very satisfied. Therefore, every time Fang Zheng saw the round-faced Bishop, he would always wear a big, beaming smile. The round-faced Bishop was quite enthusiastic as well, although deep down he probably still mocked Fang Zheng as a foolish idiot who had cut off his own escape route.
But how does the saying go? Everyone has their own kind of happiness.
Shi Dong, on the other hand, was quite angry when he heard about this, and grabbed Fang Zheng planning to confront the Bishopric for an explanation. However, Fang Zheng eventually persuaded Shi Dong to drop the idea.
Just as Fang Zheng had predicted, he lost his fiefdom. According to the orders from the Bishopric, Fang Zheng was to go study at White Tower, which meant his fiefdom would continue to be managed by the Sanctuary during this time. Fang Zheng was already mentally prepared for this, recognizing it as a common tactic. It was like the carrot dangled in front of a mule, a so-called “wait-and-see policy”. If Fang Zheng eventually “saw the light” at White Tower and decided the Sanctuary was better, he would naturally regain his territory.
But if Fang Zheng remained “stubbornly deluded,” then the Sanctuary would probably find an excuse to give his fiefdom to someone else.
Fang Zheng originally hadn’t planned to keep it, so he let them play their games.
The situation at Order Fortress stabilized for the time being, and there was no need for more manpower. And as gathering Spirit Crystals also took time, Fang Zheng took the opportunity to hang out with Fina and Nymph, strolling through the streets leisurely.
With two cute girls for a date, how could he pass up such a great opportunity!
Unfortunately, both this world and Nymph, the Little Angel who had been summoned, seemed unaware of what “dating” meant, but being out and about with Fang Zheng was certainly a delightful matter for them. Thus, they gladly accepted Fang Zheng’s invitation and started exploring the city.
The Northern Temple was located in the Royal Capital of the Northern Alliance, a city built halfway up a mountain, and its overall style was filled with the rich, wild essence of the northern tribes.
To Fang Zheng’s surprise, he encountered a unique Northern snack here. It was a snack where wild fruits were skewered on wooden sticks, dipped in sugary syrup, and then enjoyed after they had set in the cold wind. Each bite was sour and crunchy, with the sweet fragrance of wild fruit and a hint of coldness, making it quite enjoyable.
This instantly reminded Fang Zheng of the tanghulu from his own world, and he promptly bought some to relish. Of course, he didn’t forget to buy one for both Nymph and Fina as well, and both enjoyed it immensely.
“This is really tasty,” Nymph said, taking small bites and happily squinting her eyes. Although Nymph was still wearing her peculiar clothing, it did not cause much of a stir, since Fang Zheng had already ordered her to hide her wings. The Sanctuary was one thing, but if rumors about an angel spread outside, it would not be good for Nymph. In fact, up to now, very few people were aware of Fang Zheng having an angel companion. The higher-ups in the Sanctuary might know a bit, but they apparently did not seem inclined to interfere.
But this was just as well. If those people dared to do something, they couldn’t blame Fang Zheng for turning ruthless and unforgiving.
“Eat as much as you like; I’m treating,” Fang Zheng said, looking at Nymph and patting her head with a generous smile—the mission had also rewarded him with Gold Coins besides Spirit Crystals. It was a considerable amount, five thousand Gold Coins, roughly equivalent to a year-end bonus in his own world, enough to feast on salted fish for a whole year without worries.
Although Fang Zheng said so, Nymph and Fina were still a bit shy about it. Out of helplessness, Fang Zheng personally took action. He bought Nymph a bunch of snacks from the specialty products of the Northlands, and for Fina, he gave her a piece of silver jewelry crafted by Northland artisans as a gift. Fina, though somewhat bashful, eventually accepted it gracefully.
Although the silver jewelry was quite expensive, Fang Zheng didn’t mind because this outing was not just a “date” but also a “farewell”.
“Have you really decided to leave this place?” Fang Zheng asked, standing at the gates of the Royal Capital of the Northlands, looking at the Cleric Maiden before him. Noticing Fang Zheng’s gaze, Fina nodded shyly.
“Yes, Mr. Fang Zheng, my pilgrimage is not yet complete, so I must continue on my journey.”
So it goes, the unpredictability of life.
Looking at the Cleric Maiden before him, Fang Zheng shrugged. He hadn’t expected that he would still be here while Fina had decided to leave the Sanctuary first. Originally, Fang Zheng thought that after reaching the Northern Temple, Fina would stay here. After all, the pilgrimage was just a trial, not a marathon. Just like Fang Zheng, who as an Apprentice Guardian Knight was supposed to “go to the countryside,” but having dealt with a Child of Chaos with Shi Dong also fulfilled the requirements for his advancement, allowing him to “turn professional”.
It was for this reason that Mr. Fang Zheng thought that Lady Fina probably deserved a promotion, after all, the “Gates of Hell” incident, although it didn’t lead to serious consequences, was still dangerous. And as one of the members who prevented the Gates of Hell from reopening, wasn’t it natural for Fina to get a promotion and official recognition?
To Mr. Fang Zheng’s surprise, when he went to find Lady Fina, he discovered to his astonishment that she intended to pack up and leave, and since they had fought together, they were friends. This prompted Mr. Fang Zheng to invite her out for a meal, following the customs of his hometown, and to take a stroll afterwards.
“You, Mr. Fang Zheng, are you really going to the White Tower?”
“Indeed.”
Upon hearing Lady Fina’s slightly worried inquiry, Mr. Fang Zheng nodded.
“I’m very interested in the mysteries of magic, and to tell you the truth, I am a very lazy person. Magic seems to help reduce a lot of trouble for me.”
“Huff huff…”
Upon hearing this, Lady Fina couldn’t help but cover her mouth and giggle.
“That’s not true at all, Mr. Fang Zheng. Studying magic is much more difficult than you think—even more so than Divine Arts. If you’re just embracing it with the idea of being lazy, you’re going to have a hard time.”
“It’s because people want to be lazy that they make progress.”
“Mr. Fang Zheng’s ways of speaking are still so unusual.”
Lady Fina helplessly shook her head, then looked at Nymph beside Mr. Fang Zheng with a smile.
“Well, I’m leaving, Sister Nymph, take good care of yourself.”
In response to Lady Fina’s words, Nymph bit her “sugar-coated haws” in small nibbles, slightly nodding her head as a response. Looking at Nymph, Lady Fina smiled softly, then looked back at Mr. Fang Zheng.
“So, Mr. Fang Zheng, I’m leaving. I hope everything goes well for you at the White Tower, and… it’s best not to disclose Sister Nymph’s identity. Although the White Tower is part of the Order Faction, their attitude towards angels is not as respectful as the Sanctuary’s. Some there might harbor ill intentions toward Sister Nymph, so please be careful.”
“Thank you for your reminder.”
Mr. Fang Zheng also had such concerns, but he wasn’t particularly worried. After all, Nymph’s ability was almost a Mage’s bane, and while she might struggle against the muscular Paladin, she just had to deploy her “Invasion Field” against those Mages, and it was basically one word—stable!
Of course, blind arrogance was unacceptable, and necessary preparations had to be made.
“Well, I’m off then.”
“Have a safe journey, Lady Fina.”
“You too, Mr. Fang Zheng. May the Goddess bless you.”
As she spoke, Lady Fina respectfully bowed, then she turned and walked away. Mr. Fang Zheng watched as the Cleric Maiden’s figure disappeared into the crowd, soon out of sight.
Watching Lady Fina leave, Mr. Fang Zheng remained silent for a moment, then turned around and patted Nymph on the head.
“Let’s go.”