However, she forgot one thing.
Aurelion smiled and declined Hilda's offer.
"Thank you, but we really don't need it."
Hilda thought the princess was just being polite and was about to speak again when the group walked out of the academy gate.
Suddenly, she was stunned by the scene before her and couldn't help but shut her mouth.
Soldiers were already standing on both sides of the academy gate.
On the left is a knightly order dressed in silver armor and wearing iron helmets.
They stood there as firm as a rock, with slender swords at their waists and solemn expressions.
Upon seeing Aurelion, they all knelt on one knee, performing the knightly salute with utmost respect.
On the right is a special squad of demi-human soldiers.
They were dressed in light armor made of animal bones, their tails and ears swaying in the wind.
They wore various animal masks, revealing only half of their faces.
That sharp, razor-sharp gaze seemed to pierce through the air.
The powerful aura emanating from it immediately intimidated the academy's guards and numerous noble lords.
Even the king and his entourage couldn't help but stop and watch as they gazed at the two groups of guards.
The nobles were quite surprised to see the knights covered in cold iron armor.
They knew that this was a knightly order that belonged exclusively to the empire.
But this group of guards on the right...
When they looked to their right, they were filled with confusion.
Aren't these all demi-humans?
When did demi-humans become able to serve as bodyguards?
Shouldn't demi-humans be untamable?
But the oppressive feeling and the aura emanating from these demi-humans were like an arrow on a bow, ready to be released.
This level of discipline came as a huge surprise to everyone.
"Are those... demi-humans?"
Even August was curious and asked about it.
Aurelion nodded and said with a slight smile:
"Yes, this is my teacher, the demi-human bodyguard trained by Senator Clavner."
"You need not worry about their discipline and obedience."
The other noble lords were not surprised at all upon hearing this.
They even took the initiative to approach and scrutinize the non-moving demi-humans.
After all, those were demi-human guards personally trained by Senator Clavner.
Compared to their demi-human slaves who could only be used for odd jobs, it was a completely different matter.
Although demi-humans possess extremely superior physical qualities, it is a well-known fact in the Kingdom of Kant and even other countries that they cannot be trained as warriors.
Ultimately, it's because demi-humans are like wild beasts; they simply don't obey and are difficult to tame.
Therefore, they could only be slaves, driven by whips.
But these demi-human guards in front of them were clearly different from those slaves.
Their petite bodies had clearly defined, taut muscles.
A quick glance is enough to sense the explosive power hidden within them.
Moreover, their discipline was evident even in their uniform posture; their orderliness was astonishing, and they were highly trained.
Even many of the noble lords present were tempted and had the idea of privately consulting with Councilor Clement.
Hilda and the instructors finally understood.
It seems that this princess from the empire truly does not need their guards.
Just as Hilda was having this thought...
Suddenly, a female knight with an icy expression and wearing a suit of armor clad in a beast-faced iron mask stepped out from the knightly order.
Every time her toes touched the ground, a chilling sensation, like frost, seemed to arise.
Her icy, hard aura seemed to freeze the surrounding air, piercing directly into the hearts of those present.
powerful!
This is an extremely powerful knight.
The noble lords present were not weaklings.
Even the lowest-ranking two-star lord here possesses the strength of a third-tier warrior.
However, Gwen's mere presence, his aura and gaze were enough to make these Tier 3 warriors feel breathless and cold all over.
This is enough to demonstrate the strength of this female knight.
Hilda gradually came to her senses and, braving the chill, couldn't help but look up at Gwen.
At that moment, Gwen walked up to Aurelion and knelt down on one knee before her, performing the most respectful salute a knight could offer.
Aurelion, with a slight smile, began to introduce herself to the crowd:
"This powerful knight will serve as my captain of escort for this trip."
"At the same time, she was also an Count of the Empire, and another of my teachers."
"Grand Knight Gwen Delin".
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