As always, Raven went outside at dawn to train.

The winter air was cold.

But Raven felt more confident than ever and headed to the weapons arsenal that was set up on the side of the back garden.

Then, someone appeared through the gentle early morning fog. Raven identified the figure from the sound of the person’s exact, measured footsteps, so he smirked and threw a practice spear towards the figure.

“You are a little late.”

“Yes, my lord. I headed to the harbor for a while.”

Isla saluted towards Raven after receiving the spear.

“By the way, congratulations, my lord.”

“Huh?”

Raven showed confusion at the sudden remark.

Isla continued with a very rare smile that was almost never seen.

“You have accomplished the task with Baroness Conrad with a strong, steel will.”

“Keugh!”

The unexpected remark caused Raven to let out a sharp cough. His face started turning red without realizing it, and he replied with an awkward expression.

“Keheum! What are you talking about? What kind of…. steel will… would I…”

“What? Everyone in the residence is aware.”

“…Really?”

“Yes, even our friends from Ancona know about it.”

“…..”

To think even Karuta and Kratul were aware…

Raven closed his mouth and held back a barrage...