Abner took a sip of the ale in his glass and looked at Linda: "The dean of this university is said to have been a Light-rank adventurer before retiring, and his current rank is probably even higher."
Above the Moon Steps lies the Light Steps, level 50.
At this level, even in Cangqing Province with its billions of people, they can be considered a powerful force.
Guild Master Velen exclaimed, "If White Dove City can produce a Light-Rank Adventurer, it would be worth it even if I got my head gnawed off by a monster tomorrow."
"Haha, I believe both the Phoenix Tail Flower and the White Dove Adventure Team have a chance," Mayor Adel laughed.
Then, everyone looked at Linda: "Aozora University's invitation, should we go?"
Linda already knew the answer in her heart.
He carefully considered his words before saying, "The biggest goal for the Phoenix Tail Flower right now is to advance to the Iron Rank and have all its members reach the Star Rank. However, the invitation from Azure Sky University only extended to me. I can't possibly leave my team members behind and go there to enjoy myself alone."
When Linda said this, Lulu, Monica, and Tasia's expressions became exceptionally gentle.
This is tantamount to Linda's promise to them that she will not abandon them again, as she did during the Dark Shadow era.
The only pity is that when Linda peeked at the Witch section, Lulu's trust level was still 88 and had not increased, and Tasia's trust level bar was also sealed at 90.
The higher the level of trust, the harder it is to build.
It seems that obtaining a [Shadow of Darkness Trial Card] won't be so easy.
Viren and the others were somewhat surprised by Linda's answer.
Is the reason for not accepting Qingkong University's invitation that you can't let go of your team members?
From a personal perspective, Linda's actions were undoubtedly foolish. Graduating from Qingkong University is like having a golden reputation, making it much easier to recruit team members or conduct adventure missions in the future.
However, from the perspective of White Dove City or Linda's friends, a captain who is so loyal and devoted is someone you can trust to befriend.
Unlike the Ghost Adventurers, Velen's early investments were all wasted, never to be recovered.
"Linda, you're just my type! When I was an adventurer, I was just like you, treating my teammates with absolute respect!"
Viren laughed heartily, touched the scar on his face, then seemed to remember something, his expression darkened, and he raised his ale glass in a large hand:
"One last drink, don't let Linda's date with her boyfriend be disrupted! I heard them say they were going to buy yukatas together!"
A burst of good-natured laughter rang out at the table.
Linda remained expressionless and calmly accepted President Viren's teasing.
Lulu, on the other hand, had a bright red face and almost buried her head under the table.
"Congratulations, Sister Lulu!"
Monica wasn't jealous of Lulu; she smiled sweetly. She felt only blessings for Lulu, who was like a great benefactor to her in helping her buy a house in Red Peach City.
Tasia, however, wore a poker face, though her heart was far from calm.
...
That evening, in the visiting room of Suburban Prison No. 4.
Rhodes sighed and handed an Adventurer's Weekly and a black-and-white portrait of Cam to Herus behind the iron bars.
"What does this mean? Shouldn't I have Linda's portrait? Why is it Cam's?"
Halus's mind already knew what had happened, but he was unwilling to accept it, and he tremblingly accepted Cam's portrait.
Despite being a stupid, useless, and utterly worthless brother, Cam is still Halus's only blood relative.
'Brother, that elf is so pretty, I want to sleep with her!'
'Good brother, I'll bring her to you tonight.'
'Brother, that adventurer dared to look at me! How dare he!'
"Don't be afraid, I'll send someone to assassinate him tonight."
'Brother, brother~'
'Brother, help me! I don't want to die—'
Suddenly, the image of his brother Cam's terrified expression before his death flashed through Halus's mind.
"No!" Harus's eyes bulged, blood spurted from his mouth, and he fainted on the spot.
"Heroes, Herus!"
Rhodes immediately called for the guards.
After emergency treatment by the healer, Herus slowly regained consciousness.
This time, he was much calmer. He held Cam's portrait, stared at it blankly, and said nothing.
Rhodes had a bad feeling.
This kind of Herus has never been seen before.
"I think, regarding this Linda..."
Rhodes carefully crafted his words, trying to persuade Halus to give up.
At least, let's give up for now.
If they dare to make a move against Linda now, they will be the enemy of the entire White Dove City!
The Phoenix Flower made White Dove City famous throughout the province and increased the adventure subsidies for Rock-level adventure teams, gaining them a lot of support.
On the contrary, Ghost was given a false charge of assassinating Linda, and was treated like a rat in the street, hated by everyone.
Rhodes once considered parting ways with Halus and turning to the righteous path.
If Halus remains obstinate... A cold glint flashed in Rhodes' eyes.
He could only feel sorry for his old friend.
"I was wrong."
Suddenly, Halus said out of the blue.
Rhodes looked puzzled.
Haus said, "I shouldn't have messed with Linda. I was just seeing things and mistook a tiger for a puppy."
"Cam's death was deserved. It was also a wake-up call for me, making me realize the truth."
"Rhodes, go tell the Ghosts' team members to stop messing with Linda and to wait until I get out of prison before making any arrangements."
After hearing this, Rod looked completely incredulous.
But upon reflection, this is indeed Halus's style; for the sake of profit, he can even tolerate the hatred for his own brother, Cam.
"Then I'm relieved." Rhodes breathed a sigh of relief and smiled, "Herus, when you get out of prison, let's have a good drink together."
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