"Hmm..." Dana nodded, "I wonder if I will have the opportunity to witness the Knight’s swordsmanship?"
"That’s simple," Roland said. "Once the search of the manor is complete, Miss Dana can come to see me anytime. I am always available."
"Thank you," Dana bowed. "I will definitely visit when I have the time."
She then waved her hand. "Let’s go!"
Once they were far from the manor and could no longer see any figures, the group began to curse angrily.
"It was supposed to be our Inspection Department’s responsibility! Why should these outsiders intervene?"
"Talking about guarding against Kolon’s fire thieves—they just want to monopolize the manor and prevent us from entering."
"Enough!" Dana frowned, her voice stern as she said, "No matter who is in charge, as long as safety is ensured, that’s what matters. All of you, talk less."
Although the people complied, their expressions were still somewhat resentful.
Carey suddenly spoke. "You’re not falling for that Knight Roland, are you? I’ve heard his personal life is not good."
"..." Dana’s expression darkened. "Shut up!"
"Carey, you don’t understand," someone laughed. "The Chief suspects him of being the mysterious person from last night. After all, there are only so many experts in the city."
"Roland uses a broad sword, just like that mysterious person."
"Just because he uses a broad sword, he’s the mysterious person?" Carey sneered. "Carl uses a broad sword too!"
The room fell silent.
Then, everyone burst into laughter. Even Dana couldn’t help but smile, finding the joke amusing.
How could Carl be that mysterious person?
That person’s skills were comparable to a Great Knight, and he possessed many mysterious techniques. Carl was just a fallen noble.
"Not just because of the weapon," Dana explained. "The swordsmanship that person displayed last night was somewhat similar to the Holy Sword Skill of the Church. The Roland family’s heritage happens to be the same."
"I indeed suspect it was him."
The mysterious person had saved her life in a critical moment. Naturally, Dana felt grateful. This feeling extended somewhat to Roland, who was suspected to be the mysterious person.
"Yes," someone said. "The mysterious person appeared after Roland came to Sigerno City. The likelihood that it was him is high."
"If it was him, why would he hide his identity?" someone questioned.
"Perhaps it wasn’t even him!"
The group whispered among themselves.
Dana waved her hand. "Alright. Besides this manor, Robert has several other houses. Those willing to follow, come along."
"Those who are not willing..."
"Back to the Inspection Department!"
The colleagues in the Inspection Department came from good backgrounds, so they could even joke with their own Chief. The atmosphere was good, but their efficiency in getting things done was not high.
After a brief discussion, most people left on their own, while a few continued to follow Dana.
Perhaps the outer residences also contained Robert’s research notes on witchcraft. A trip there wouldn’t be a waste.
At the entrance of the manor, Roland stroked his chin, his eyes reflecting contemplation. He could sense Dana’s interest in him. Whatever the reason, it always helped to advance their relationship.
He stretched his limbs and said, "My target is Princess Du Na of Sake. Other women are fine for a fling, but I mustn’t get tangled up with them."
Carey looked at the manor before him, speechless. "How many Gold Coins did Robert accumulate? Where did he get the money to buy all these manors?"
Carl patted his shoulder. "Let’s go! When you have money, you can buy places too."
"Forget it!" Carey shook his head. "Such a luxurious manor, I fear it’s beyond my reach in this lifetime. Are you heading to the study first?"
Carl stepped forward. "Yes. Robert’s collection of books is quite interesting."
"SIGH!" Carey looked at him with a complex expression. "You couldn’t even sit through a Minstrel’s song in the past. It’s hard to believe you actually enjoy reading books now. If it weren’t for the blessings of the Church priest, I would suspect something had stolen your soul."
Carl shook his head at the remark but had to admit that his friend’s guess was, to some extent, true.
He had indeed become a different person!
Just as Adolf had said, Wizards are essentially seekers of knowledge and truth. Every Wizard Apprentice has their own library.
Robert stayed overnight in different manors. To facilitate reading, each manor had a study, although their sizes varied slightly.
Carl pulled a few thick books from the shelf, smiled, and bound them with a long rope.
This study was likely a place Robert frequented. In addition to various books on witchcraft knowledge, there was also a manuscript.
Carl casually flipped through it and became engrossed. Unlike books, which had complex outlines and detailed introductions, a manuscript better reflected a person’s thoughts. It was like a crystallization of wisdom!
"Witchcrafts are interconnected. After mastering the first Zero-Circle Magic, practicing similar types speeds up progress and makes it easier to get started."
"Meditation Method is the key to breakthroughs..."
"The essence of the Stone Statue Ghost is the stone heart. Although it is a Bloodline Wizard heritage, it also belongs to the realm of Earth Element."
"Practicing Earth Element Witchcraft and Meditation Method will speed up the Stone Statue Ghost’s training, and vice versa."
"Choosing the path of a Bloodline Wizard requires dissecting a large number of Magic Creatures and Legendary Creatures. I initially took the wrong path."