Great Nobleman.

Chapter 2068 Bernard's Family!
The physical structure of the Knight Golem determines that its fighting style is relatively rigid.

Even though Brand has upgraded and modified it many times, and even designed a combat controller that can be operated in detail using mental power.

But it can never compare to a real human knight.

When Finia was still a rookie, it could serve as a qualified combat instructor.

But as Finia grows and her combat skills improve day by day, the Knight Golem will eventually become nothing more than a rigid training device for her.

Moreover, Catherine had recently reminded him of this:
The lineage of official knights is quite complex, and much of it is difficult to explain clearly through a screen.

Even the knight golem couldn't personally demonstrate to Finia the many unique combat techniques and knightly traditions of their Holland family...

As Brand pondered a solution, Finia keenly noticed his distraction.

Finia, who was fiercely fighting the knight golem while holding a longsword and shield, suddenly focused her attention, and a faint golden light flashed in her eyes.

As she did this, the wind elements also converged on her, accelerating her speed!
Brand noticed the change, snapped back to reality, and reacted swiftly.

Then he suddenly realized that the knight golem, whose power was restricted, could not keep up with his reactions or Finia's speed.

Brand then activated the Knight Golem's [Disguised Knight Secret Technique: Wind King Avatar] and retreated at full speed.

Unfortunately, I was a beat too slow in reacting.

Finia's longsword finally managed to get close to the knight golem's breastplate.

Then, a dark red, transparent barrier suddenly appeared.

It deflected the longsword's edge, which was about to strike the knight golem's breastplate, and created a slight ripple.

—This is the protective barrier of the training ground.

At this moment, he looked at the longsword that was blocked by the barrier in front of the knight golem, then at Finia in front of him, who was holding a longsword, panting heavily, but with a smile on her face, and the wind element that had dissipated beside her.

After a brief moment of stunned silence, Brand felt a strange sense of surprise as if a seed he had casually planted had unexpectedly grown, blossomed, and borne fruit.

Immediately afterward, under Brand's control, the knight golem nodded in a deep voice:
"You're getting more and more skilled at using the [Wind King Avatar] technique, very good!"

Hearing this, after calming herself down and removing her heavy helmet, Finia smiled and said:

“If Mr. Bernard hadn’t been distracted just now, I definitely wouldn’t have had any chance at all.”

The knight golem shook his head and said:
"No need to be modest, it's commendable that you were able to seize this flaw."

It seems I really need to find you a better teacher as soon as possible.

Otherwise, it would delay your later stages of cultivation.

Upon hearing this, Finia was stunned and stood there in place.

Without offering any further explanation, he reached out and ruffled Finia's hair.

The knight golem spoke:

"Don't overthink it. I'll take you to meet someone in a couple of days. She'll give you some special training."

After saying this, he left the puzzled Finia to arrange the rest of the time as she pleased.

The knight golem turned and headed toward Evelyn's office.

Not long after, Evelyn looked at the knight golem with curiosity, wondering if Bernard had some good ideas again.

Then Bernard spoke up:

"Your Majesty, I need to take Finia out in a couple of days."

Upon hearing this, Evelyn was taken aback at first, then her eyes widened in surprise as she exclaimed:

"You're going out? At this time of year!?"

Seeing Evelyn's utter astonishment, the knight golem explained:

"Go see a relative of mine and have her teach Finia for a while."

Although my overall strength is barely acceptable, I am not very proficient in combat skills.

Finia, however, possesses considerable talent in this field and deserves further exploration.

Furthermore, I am not heading outside the city, but rather to the [Ten Thousand Rocks Domain] in the rear.

We'll need to borrow the Dragon Emperor's teleportation array then.

Hearing this explanation, Evelyn's mood quickly calmed down.

Then, with a mixture of surprise and curiosity, she asked:

"Your relatives... should be descendants of the Kingdom of Helan, just like you? I've actually wanted to ask about your family situation for a long time."

To be able to train a blacksmith master like you and possess so many human heritages, your family must have more than just you, right?
I remember you asked me about the Dragonborn lineage last time, saying that there was a Dragonborn in your family?
Although we have an agreement that I will not inquire about your past or background.

However, as you know, the situation on the mainland is quite different now. If your family members could also leave their secluded places like you and contribute to the mainland...

"I can find a way to restore your family's glory!"

In the end, I realized I had gone a bit too far.

Seeing the silent Bernard, Evelyn added:
"Of course, it's okay if you don't want to say."

After Evelyn finished speaking, Brand, controlling the knight golem, carefully began to speak:

"Your Majesty the Dragon Emperor, my people do not seem to have any intention of ending their seclusion in the near future."

Of course, I will relay His Majesty the Dragon Emperor's suggestion truthfully.

Hearing this, Evelyn nodded, though somewhat disappointed:
"Then that's settled. Since you're going to see your family, I certainly can't stop you."

However, it would be best if your family members came to see you.

You understand the current situation. Even further back, it's not absolutely safe, after all, there's still a group of rebels hiding in the shadows..."

Finally, after a brief pause and seeing that Brand didn't react, Evelyn continued without changing her expression:
"In short, if you are going out, you should disguise yourselves well, try not to reveal your identities, always pay attention to safety, keep your communication devices working, and contact me anytime if you encounter any trouble."

Alternatively, how about letting Stella go with you?

Although you are quite strong and have various powerful equipment.

But with Stella, the archmage, by my side, many things become much easier.

Upon hearing this suggestion, the Knight Golem nodded in agreement after a brief moment of thought.

So, after a short period of time...

Stella, having received the news from Evelyn, jogged over to the Knight Golem's private forge.

Then a series of questions were asked:
Who are we going to see?
Are they your parents or your siblings?

Are there any special etiquette or precautions?

What gift should I prepare that won't seem impolite?

Looking at Stella's expectant yet apprehensive expression.

The knight golem shook his head and said:
"You don't need to bring anything, and it's not convenient to disclose your specific identity."

Upon hearing this, Stella quickly became somewhat disappointed.

Bernard is still as stubborn as ever!
Of course, Stella also planned to prepare several gifts according to the preferences of the human nobles, and then choose to give them out as appropriate.

However, after several days, they were teleported to the City of Ten Thousand Rocks in the northern part of the central continent, in the Domain of Ten Thousand Rocks.

In a deserted wilderness outside the city, they saw a tall female knight who was already waiting there, dressed in exquisite pure white full armor, with only her long, bright golden hair visible.

Then the female knight stepped forward and spoke to Bernard in a familiar, gentle tone, saying, "You've arrived. Are these Finia and Lady Stella?"

Stella suddenly thought of something.

Upon closer examination, it seems that, generally speaking, human nobles would be engaged to someone at a very young age.

Is Bernard perhaps already engaged, which is why he ignores her?

Thinking this way, after a brief introduction to the woman in front of him, 'Iserlyn Harland'.

Stella also considered preparing to develop a relationship with him, and then tentatively asked some questions.

For example, is Bernard engaged? If so, is there any precedent for polygamy in the Harland family?

However, immediately afterward, they watched as 'Ms. Iserly' decisively bid them farewell and led Finia away into the distance.

Before Stella could react, she exclaimed in astonishment:
"Is this the end?"

The knight golem nodded and said:

"We can come back and pick up Finia in a week."

Stella said helplessly:

"I haven't given my gift yet."

The knight golem shook his head and said:
"I already said there's no need to prepare anything."

(End of this chapter)