Lord blessed by the elves

Chapter 123 I Like This

The thought that the enemy might threaten him with the safety of his younger siblings, or even harm them to attack Lion Fang Territory, sent a chill down his spine, making his heart feel as if it were being gripped tightly by an invisible hand!
His previous plan was merely to hide under his father's wing, which was far from enough, and even selfish and dangerous!
"No... absolutely not..." he murmured to himself, his eyes becoming incredibly sharp, like a hawk about to pounce on its prey.

He had to reassess the situation and ensure that his younger brother and sister were also under absolute protection.

He glanced at Elena, who was still chattering away in the carriage, completely unaware of what was happening, and then at Rezal, who seemed to be still brooding over what had happened and appeared somewhat silent on horseback beside him. A heavy sense of responsibility weighed on his shoulders.

He not only had to survive himself, but also had to protect his family!
This invisible war began the moment he triggered the mission.

He took a deep breath, forcibly suppressing all his anxiety and fear, and his brain began to work at lightning speed, thinking about how to strengthen the protection of the entire family members without causing panic.

When he entered Campino, he still couldn't come up with a good solution.

The convoy slowly drove into the tall and majestic city gates of Campino. The bustling crowds, the various buildings, and the vibrant atmosphere that was so different from the countryside rushed towards them, making Elena and Rezael stare wide-eyed with curiosity.

Looking out the window at the scene, Reyes, with a touch of melancholy on his face, explained to his family who had gathered around him:
“In the past, our Lion Fang Territory had limited resources and was short of money, so it was impossible for us to acquire property in Campino City.” He pointed to a solemn group of buildings in the distance, with the Campino Earl’s flag flying. “So every time I came, I would stay in the military camp outside the Earl’s mansion. Although it was simple, it was convenient.”

He changed the subject, a gentle smile on his face as the head of the family appeared, and his gaze swept over Kruze: "But this time is different. Our whole family is here, so we can't squeeze into a place like a military camp. So I had Carter find a clean and decent tavern in the city and book rooms in advance."

Kruse instantly understood the deeper meaning behind his father's words—it wasn't just about comfortable accommodations, but also a silent encouragement and expectation.

His father was telling him: Look, our family can't even have a fixed place to stay in the county town now, which is not worthy of our newly promoted baron status.

Making money, developing our territory, and truly establishing our family's foothold in Campino are among your future responsibilities as heir.

A sense of absurdity mixed with helplessness welled up in Kruze's heart. He really wanted to ask, "Father, aren't you the lord? Or have I become the lord in charge now? No, perhaps I should ask, which of us is the father?"

Of course, he only dared to mutter these words to himself. On the surface, he remained the calm and reliable heir, nodding slightly and replying in a calm and obedient tone, "I understand, Father. Later, I will go to various parts of the city to check the market situation."

His answer indicated that he understood his father's intentions and would take immediate action.

Buying a house is a big deal; you need to understand the location, price, and potential appreciation potential, all of which require on-site visits.

Reyes was clearly very satisfied with his eldest son's comprehension and execution ability, and nodded with a smile, saying no more.

While arranging for his family and entourage to stay at the tavern, Kruse was quickly making plans in his mind.

Owning property in Campino is indeed necessary; it's not just about prestige, but also about having an important intelligence hub and social platform. But where does the money come from?

Although the territory's output has improved, large-scale infrastructure construction and the formation of an army are imminent, which will inevitably lead to a shortage of funds...

"It seems we need to find some new sources of revenue." Kruse gazed at the bustling streets of Campino outside the wine window, his eyes revealing a thoughtful glint.

"Wait, shouldn't I be thinking about being assassinated right now?" Kruse shook his head, having been led astray by his father.

The carriage came to a stop next to the stables in the backyard of the tavern, and Kruze followed his father Reyes, along with his younger brother and sister, into the tavern called "Fire Temptation".

The tavern's interior was much more spacious and elegant than it appeared from the outside, filled with the aroma of food and wine, rather than the stale smell of a typical inn.

As soon as he entered, a beautiful woman, elegantly dressed yet charming, greeted him with a smile. Her gaze first fell on Reyes, and her tone was familiar yet sincere in her congratulations:
"Reyes! It's been a long time! Congratulations! I heard you've done a great service this time and have been promoted to baron!"

Reyes greeted the woman with a gentler smile than usual, a smile that carried the warmth of old friends meeting again, yet maintained a proper distance: "Mrs. Winnie, your information network is still as good as ever. However, with a higher rank comes more trouble, and I still have a lot of headaches to deal with."

He turned to the side, revealing his three children behind him, and introduced them: "Come, let me introduce you. These are my three children. The eldest is Kruze, the second is Rezael, and the third is my little darling, Elena."

Mrs. Winnie turned to the three young men with a beaming smile. Her gaze swept over them with just the right amount of curiosity and friendliness, and she nodded to each of them.

“What a handsome young man and a beautiful young lady, Reyes, you are very lucky.”

Just then, Elena quietly tugged at Lackroze's sleeve, stood on tiptoe, and asked innocently in a voice that she thought was very soft but which was actually audible to everyone around her, "Big brother, Father and this lady seem to know each other very well... Is he looking for a stepmother for us?"

"..."

Kruse's facial muscles instantly stiffened, and the corner of his mouth twitched slightly involuntarily.

His younger sister might be clueless about other things, but how come her intuition is so sharp when it comes to the sensitivity of "family relationships"?
He desperately wanted to cover the little brat's mouth immediately.

He glanced instinctively at his father and Mrs. Winnie, noticing a fleeting hint of embarrassment on Reyes' face, which he quickly masked with a cough. Mrs. Winnie, on the other hand, chuckled softly, her eyes sparkling. Far from being angry, she seemed to find it amusing, her gaze lingering on Reyes' face for a moment.

What left Kruse speechless was that his second brother, Rezal, had inexplicably blushed ever since Lady Winnie smiled and greeted him. His eyes were unfocused, and he dared not meet Lady Winnie's gaze. Now, when his sister asked him this question, even his ears turned bright red. He lowered his head and stared at the tips of his boots as if he could see flowers in them.

(End of this chapter)