Although Demacia's territory is less than one-third the size of Noxus, the kingdom is very rich in resources.
Even in a small border town like Lunwall, the food used to entertain guests is as rich as the banquets held by the upper-class families in Piltover.
Li Lin's main mission this time was to help the soldiers repair their eyes, and he originally wanted to decline such an invitation.
But because of Jarvan IV's hospitality, Li Lin still sat next to him and accepted his hospitality.
Because this was a banquet specially hosted by Jarvan IV to entertain Li Lin, and it seemed that he wanted to discuss some serious matters with him.
Except for a few musicians in a corner of the hall, Li Lin did not see any guards.
The long and lingering tunes in the style of Demacia echoed softly. This was the resident band that His Royal Highness the Prince specially found from a tavern in the town called "Sparkling Silver Ting".
This band uses what Piltover considers to be a traditional way of performing classical music. The singer is a young girl with a delicate and pretty appearance who does not look very old.
The girl's voice is high-pitched, clear, and as smooth as flowing water, and her singing style has a hint of Ionian charm.
Although her voice is not as beautiful as Seraphine's, she has no magical talent after all, so it is impossible for her to enhance her voice through magic.
Li Lin recognized her as Ionian at a glance.
Jarvan IV noticed Li Lin's expression and introduced him with a smile: "Her name is Etra, but she is a little celebrity in the Sparkling Silver Ting Tavern."
Etra?
Li Lin raised his eyebrows, subconsciously feeling that he had seen this name somewhere before, and that it seemed to be related to someone.
It's just that the time was too long ago, and he couldn't recall such details.
"I love her singing voice and she is absolutely qualified to join the Royal Family's performing group."
Jarvan IV looked at the Ionian girl with a hint of admiration in his eyes. "But a few days ago, I asked her if she would like to go back to Xiongdu with me, and she refused."
"There's even this?" Li Lin was puzzled. "Being able to join the royal orchestra must be a supreme honor for her, right?"
Jarvan IV laughed. "That's what I asked her at the time. Guess what she answered?"
He smiled, then shook his head helplessly. "She said, 'I left the Bouvier family's splendor and wealth behind and came to this remote area because I hated the hypocritical atmosphere among the nobility.'"
The Bouvier family...
If the Crownguard family, to which Garen and Lux belong, is the left arm of the Lightshield royal family, then the Bouvier family is the right arm of Jarvan III.
In particular, the head of the Bouvier family, Barrett Bouvier, has been a good friend of Jarvan III since childhood, and the relationship between the two is like that between Jarvan IV and Galen.
Although he had already retired due to old age and relegated to the second line, he was still highly regarded and trusted by King Jarvan III, and often discussed state affairs with King Jarvan III in the Hall of Valor where the king worked.
Sona's figure suddenly flashed through Li Lin's mind, and combined with his identity as an Ionian from Etra, he suddenly understood.
When Noxus invaded Ionia, Sona and some orphans adopted by the Sirana Monastery in Galen Province boarded a ship to Demacia for refuge.
It happened to be the Bouvier family who picked them up.
There were nine children accompanying Sona at the beginning, and eight of them chose not to stay.
Etra and Sona, who both have musical talents, are best friends. Even though they haven't seen each other for years in the original world line, their friendship has never changed.
"Hmm... a very straightforward girl." Li Lin took a sip of pure wine and said with a smile.
"The Bouvier family is an important supporter of the Demacia Illuminati, and Lord Barrett and my father are like brothers."
Jarvan IV also took a swig from his glass and continued with a smile, "She even refused such a generous offer, unwilling to become the adopted daughter of the Bouvier couple and giving up wealth and glory. This is something most people can't do."
"Perhaps, she still has her heart set on her hometown."
"Just like you?" Jarvan IV looked at Li Lin. "My intuition tells me that you are a man with a story... After Noxus's defeat, why didn't you return to Ionia?"
"There's nothing left in Ionia that I'm attached to."
When asked this by Jarvan IV, Li Lin couldn't help but recall the two familiar yet unfamiliar faces in his mind - "his" parents.
They were supposed to accompany him to Piltover, but because Noxus broke through the port gate, they were unable to board the escape ship, were pierced by swift arrows, and then died in the sea of fire.
Although the current "Li Lin" actually has nothing to do with them, the memory of this thing can't be erased from their minds.
Whenever he thought of it, his eyes became moist.
Jarvan IV seemed to notice Li Lin's change of mood. He was silent for two seconds and then apologized immediately: "I'm sorry, I didn't expect this. This is my fault. I will drink a glass as a punishment."
As he spoke, he filled his glass with a fairly strong wine and gulped it down.
"It doesn't matter. It's been many years anyway."
A bright smile appeared on Li Lin's face, and he also drank a glass with Jarvan IV.
"Actually, I chose to stay in Piltover. On the one hand, it was because I discovered my talent, and on the other hand... I met her."
"Really? Meeting your soul mate is no easy task." Jarvan IV couldn't help but sigh, "I wonder when I'll find my princess..."
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