Chapter 260 Returning to the Small Mountain Village, Dale, Farewell Before Parting
After Neil returned, Ray helped him re-register his identity in the royal city, and his name was still Neil Victor.
Neil adapted well to life on the estate and got along well with Duncan and Rose.
But Ray could always sense a melancholy about him.
This cannot continue indefinitely; returning to the Third Territory is now urgent.
Now that Neil is back, it's time to consider going back.
After making up his mind, Ray first went to Edmund and told him his decision.
“I plan to take Neil back to the small mountain village.”
Ed was taken aback.
"Isn't that already..."
"Yes, that's right, so I'll rebuild the house when I get back there."
Edmund felt that since Ray and Neil had already come to the capital, there was no need for them to return to the small village.
Here, Ray owns property, has developed his own business, and has his own network of contacts. In addition, he can provide Ray with assistance.
In his heart, if they stayed in the capital, he could take better care of Neil and make up for all the years he had wronged him.
"Do we really have to leave?"
"Um."
Ray told Edmund what he had observed.
“Neil rejects this place; the royal city is not suitable for his future development.”
Edmund felt very conflicted after hearing this.
He had his own selfish motives, but he couldn't disregard Neil's wishes.
Will you come back after you go back?
"I will come back."
"That's what Lei replied."
Edmund felt a little better. At least he wasn't completely out of touch like before.
"If this is what you and Neil want, then I will support your choice."
Thank you for your understanding.
"Neil...does he know?"
Edmund asked tentatively.
"Yes, I've already talked to him about it. He's not opposed to it, but he's still a little hesitant."
"Dale is also looking forward to meeting him."
"Okay, I will relay this to Neil. Please wait for my next message."
"Okay, thank you for your help."
After returning from Edmund's place, Ray began preparing to go back to the small mountain village.
If they were to return by carriage, it would take them at least a month, and by the time they reached Eton, it would already be autumn.
Winters in the small mountain village are long and cold; the ground is frozen and unsuitable for building houses.
Besides, they also need to clear the wreckage of the houses, and there simply isn't enough time. It would be better to schedule their return for next spring.
However, Lei has a second option.
Use the teleportation array in the White Tower to reach Eton City, and then return to the small mountain village through Eton City. This will save at least a month of time.
After thinking it through, Lai sent a letter to Haig, Timur, and Seya, telling them that he had decided to return to the small mountain village in a month.
The person most heartbroken after learning that Ray had decided to return to the Third Territory was none other than Old Steward Cher.
Since Lai arrived in the royal city, he had taken a rare day off. He locked himself in his room, neither eating nor drinking.
But the next day he returned to his usual self, managing the various affairs of the manor in an orderly manner. Seeing Cher like this, Ray felt extremely guilty.
I specifically sought out and had a chat with this overly responsible old housekeeper.
After the conversation, Cherrie seemed a little better, but whether it was a forced smile or not, Ray didn't know.
Ray has already bought Edmond's two shops at market price.
After he leaves, Vincent can continue to run the business there to keep the entire estate running and ensure everyone's basic livelihood.
Ray signed an agreement with him, with profits and losses split 50/50.
With this opportunity, Vincent's family had hope for the future, and things would get better.
Diana can stay on the estate; the strawberry shop still needs her help. Rye pays her a market wage so the mother and daughter can support themselves.
Only with Cher was Ray in a dilemma. He didn't want to cut off Cher's salary, but Cher was unwilling to accept Ray's arrangement.
He said he had not fulfilled his obligations and should not have received such a high salary.
Finally, Rye halved his salary and said he needed Cher to continue managing the estate, and that they would sometimes come to stay. Cher then accepted his offer.
When everything was basically arranged, Rye received a reply from Hagrid.
The letter said that they had set off back to the small mountain village this spring.
The foundation has been laid and construction of the houses has begun.
The lord of Eton City obeyed the king's order and compensated each family that returned to town to rebuild their house with five gold coins.
The amount isn't large, but it's better than nothing.
Nowhere else on the entire continent has such a policy been implemented.
Hagrid advised Ray to stay in the capital if he could, but he also supported Ray's decision if he wanted to return.
He reserved a quiet, spacious spot for Ray to build a house, ready to await his and Neil's return.
After reading the letter, Ray handed it to Neil.
Neil was overjoyed to know that no one had been injured in the war and that they had even gained a little niece.
He was eager to meet everyone.
"Brother, are you sure you want to go back to our little mountain village?"
When Ray and Neil were alone, Neil asked this question.
"What? Are you worried that your brother chose to go back because of you?"
Neil hesitated for a moment, then nodded.
"It's not because of you. The royal city is too restrictive; I still prefer the free and easy life in the small mountain village."
My original plan was to return to the small mountain village after rescuing you. I just didn't expect it to take so long.
Ray answered with a smile, soothing Neil's sensitive emotions.
Not long after, Lei also received a reply from Timur.
Coincidentally, he and Guge were also planning to head home.
He learned that many refugees were already preparing to go home. So he also planned to set off as soon as possible.
Seya replied faster than both of them; Elven Trade had its own mail delivery channels.
Seyia asked him to build the house bigger, as he wanted to stay in the small mountain village during the winter.
He loves the snowflakes falling in winter.
Hometown is where fallen leaves return to their roots. Like a nest that shelters you from the wind and rain, no matter how far you fly, you can never forget the genuine warmth you once felt.
Lai didn't have many connections in the royal city, and after saying goodbye to everyone, it was almost time to leave.
A week before his departure, on a drowsy afternoon, Neil finally overcame his mental defenses and wanted to see the poor woman who had given birth to him.
Neil always believed that he was a stain on her life, and that she might have had a better life without him.
But he was also incredibly grateful to Dal for choosing to give birth to him, giving him the opportunity to meet the best brother in the world and to experience the full spectrum of human nature and the warmth and coldness of human relationships.
On the day Neil went to see his mother, Ray didn't want to go with him, but he couldn't resist Neil's pleas.
On the way, he could sense Neil's tension.
When they arrived there, Lai didn't get out of the car, but watched them from a distance.
Edmund led Neil to knock on the door of the cabin.
A young woman wearing a blue blouse walked out of the door.
She was dressed very simply and had a face that looked remarkably like Neil's.
Her hand hovered lightly over Neil's face, but didn't touch him. Before she could speak, tears were already streaming down her face.
Neil had never faced such a scene before and was at a loss, not knowing what to say to comfort this unfamiliar mother.
Welcome back.
"Dair said softly."
Neil glanced at the carriage but didn't see Ray, so he silently followed Dale and Edmund into the cabin.
Ray had no idea what they talked about.
In the following days, Neil visited the cabin several more times.
He always seemed to have something on his mind when he came back, but he was definitely more relaxed than before.
Soon it was time to say goodbye.
Edmund also gave Neil a spatial pendant. After Neil regained his fire magic, using these magical items was not difficult for him.
Upon learning of Neil's impending departure, Dale returned to the royal city for the first time and prepared many daily necessities for him.
Neil also prepared a beautiful pearl necklace for her.
This mother and son, strangers to each other, were both awkwardly expressing their concern for one another in their own ways.
The number of people who came to see him off was limited to three. Out of respect for Vesper, the White Tower agreed to lend the teleportation array to Lai.
Edmund, Dale, and Cher said goodbye to Ray, Neil, and Tata one by one.
Vesper and Nash also arrived, along with Golden Oak, who was there to join the fun. He figured that Ray still had some dragon bones and wanted to offer a high price to buy another one.
Parting is always sad, but if the other person is doing it for a better future, then the reluctant farewell will also be filled with good wishes.
"Have a safe journey, and remember to visit often."
Edmund gave his instructions.
"must."
"My child, my child."
Dale held onto Neil's hand tightly, unwilling to let go. She wore the necklace Neil had given her around her neck.
Vesper patted Ray on the shoulder; he still thought highly of this young man.
If they had met earlier, perhaps they could have become master and apprentice. Well, it's not too late now.
Vesper realized this only later.
"I have some good wine at home, maybe I'll come stay with you for a while someday."
The one who said this was Golden Oak, who was also about to leave the royal city. He slipped something to Laiyi, saying it was a parting gift, without telling him what it was for, leaving him to figure it out himself.
Last butler had many things on his mind, but in the end he only told Lai to take care of himself, stay healthy, and come back to the capital to visit more often.
Tata squatted down next to Lei, her eyes constantly fixed on the stairwell.
He told Willard that he was leaving today and wanted his bald little playmate to see him off.
But when the little fat dragon heard that he was leaving, it turned its tail and started to throw a tantrum, refusing to invite him to the palace for several days.
"If he doesn't want to come, he doesn't want to come. I'm never playing with him again."
Tata muttered to herself, sulking to herself.
"Let's go, Tata."
"good."
Ray, Neil, and Tata stepped into the center of the magic circle, and Nash stepped forward to place the energy stone that had been prepared beforehand.
"etc!"
Tata called for an immediate halt, rubbing his nose as if he were sniffing something.
Everyone looked at the little monster with confusion.
"What's wrong, Tata?"
The little monster ran to the stairwell, grabbed Willard's chubby tail, and dragged him out.
"Hmph! Didn't you say you weren't coming?"
"Awoooooo!"
Who said they came to deliver it to you!
"If you're not delivering beasts, why are you here?"
"Awoooooo!"
Nestor came over on business and insisted on dragging me along!
Nestor stood behind Willard and shrugged.
Let whatever the cub says go.
"Hmph! An excuse."
"Awoooooo!"
Amanta is narcissistic.
The little monster stomped its feet in anger at the stubborn dragon cub.
"Ray, let's hurry!"
The little monster ran back to the magic circle.
Nash looked at Rye, unsure whether to continue.
"Tata, say goodbye properly, we really have to go. We don't know when we'll be back."
The little monster turned around, exposing its rear end to the dragon cub.
"A bald head is a big bad dragon!"
"Awoooooo!"
Amanta is a shedding monster!
The cubs' childish bickering left everyone dumbfounded.
Nestor gave the dragon cub's bouncy butt a light kick.
“Speak properly. We came out without Zephyrin's knowledge, and she probably already knows that.”
Willard didn't move, while Nestor used his calves to push the little fat dragon forward until they reached Tata.
"hurry up."
The little dragon pouted and reluctantly spoke.
"Awoooooo!"
It's your own fault for not taking me with you.
Nestor kicked the dragon cub again.
The great dragon of the empire has lost all face in front of everyone today.
"Awooooo, awoooooo!"
I'm sorry, I shouldn't have burned your beautiful fur.
Tata twitched her little ears and shifted her bottom a little.
"Awoooooo!"
This is a farewell gift for you.
Tata turned around and looked at Willard.
"The beast doesn't want gifts. Be good while the beast is away and learn magic properly from Aunt Zephyrin and the others."
"Ouch."
knew.
The dragon cub's tone softened as well.
"The beasts will also follow Lai to the royal city to keep watch."
Tata rubbed her forehead against the little fat dragon's bald head, and the dragon cub rubbed back against the little monster.
Everyone smiled knowingly at the heartwarming scene.
Immediately afterwards, Willard took out a huge and gorgeous necklace from his spatial ring, made of gold and five-colored gemstones.
Dragons love shiny things, especially gold.
Before leaving Dragon Island, the three dragons plundered the entire island, bringing Willard many "glittery" items.
The dragon cub personally placed the necklace around Tata's neck, causing the little monster's neck to tilt forward uncontrollably.
Nash and Golden Oak watched in stunned silence.
"My Lord Dragon, this is too heavy."
"Awooo, awooo awooo awooo."
It's okay, you eat too much. I'm afraid humans can't afford to feed you. If he's broke, use this to buy you meat. I have plenty more.
The little fat dragon swung its front claws with great domineering force.
Unfortunately, few people present could understand what he was saying.
"Alright, let's go."
Nestor offered a reminder.
The dragon cub walked out of the magic circle with its tail drooping.
"Awoooooo!"
Can't we really go together?
Little Fatty Dragon stared pitifully at Nestor with his big, round eyes.
"cannot."
hateful!
The little fat dragon slammed its tail heavily against the ground.
Only Nestor could resist the dragon cub's deliberate attempts to be cute.
"Lay, you can go now."
"Tata said."
"Um."
Ray signaled to Nash that they could begin.
The magic circle activated, emitting a dazzling light. The three people standing within the magic circle waved goodbye to everyone who had come to see them off.
The next second, he disappeared from everyone's sight.
Outside the magic circle in Eton City stood Vivian, who had been waiting for a long time. Upon hearing the commotion, she revealed a bright smile.
"Lay, Neil, Tata, welcome back!"
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Author's Note: [Upcoming Novel] "The Immortal Being - Today is Another Beautiful Day"
It is said that Si Nan is an immortal being. Why is it only said that he has lived for less than two thousand years, and he doesn't know how much longer he can live.
He lived too long and didn't want to go out, so he became a freak in the eyes of his neighbors.
Freak? Tell me, who on this continent isn't a freak!
Si Nan really wanted his neighbor to look in the mirror. Wasn't it strange that he went to work every day with a huge bull's head on his head?
Although I've lived a long time, I'm still a proper human being!
In this world with dozens of races, he is the most normal person.
Si Nan rolled over on the carpet and casually picked up the R19 comic book that he had only flipped through a few pages of.
Younger, weaker bottom?
Boring.
The comic book with its fancy cover was tossed aside, and the noise of passing cars outside was irritating.
The city was too stressful, so Si Nan went straight back to the countryside.
Birds sing and flowers bloom, surrounded by birdsong, one is so happy that one forgets all about home.
What a beautiful day!
Ding ding ding.
Who is it?
"Hello, my great-great-great-grandfather told me to come to you when I have trouble."
"..."
Si Nan never imagined that his idyllic, carefree life, which had lasted for hundreds of years, would gradually fade away with this knock on the door.
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(When the old-fashioned Si Nan finally learned from the young Zhuang family why the streets were full of strange-looking beastmen)
What?! What?! What is all this?!
Orcs are now into "partial bodyification" because it makes them more "orcish" and more attractive to the opposite sex.
Si, the old antique, chuckled.
Once upon a time, the orcs considered complete humanoid transformation the best option, but now that they've evolved, it's the other way around.
The world is going to the dogs! The world is going to the dogs!
Si Nan stroked his non-existent beard, deeply worried about the future of the beastmen.
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