Durin's Diary

Chapter 28 Responsibilities and Obligations

As soon as Du Lin returned to Lublin, he wanted to go home and rest for a while.

But Old Ish and Old Philo said no, you kid have done a great thing for the Elders Council today, and the reward for you has been agreed upon when you return. The reward must be given today, otherwise the whole world will think that the elders of the grassland elves are using child labor, and such behavior will surely be despised by others, so you are not allowed to sleep.

Du Lin said that you are abusing child labor. I, Du, am only twelve years old. I am a minor in any court in the multiverse.

"Here is the special general-purpose gun license you've been longing for." Old Yi Xu coaxed patiently.

"There is the universal craftsman certificate you have been longing for." Old Philo added.

"I'll introduce my granddaughter to you when you get there." Old Enrique said with a smile on his face.

Putting aside old Enrique's evil intentions, Du Lin was no longer sleepy. He changed into his favorite custom-made clothes, buttoned the front buttons, put on a shawl with ornaments, and happily followed the old man to sit on the back of the silver dragon.

At first, Durin was quite excited. After all, he was a knight on the dragon's back. What he hadn't dared to imagine when he was slashing people with a lightsaber could actually come true one day.

Then he squinted his eyes and realized that this little dragoness had more than one, two, or three legs to do with his old Ish.

It turns out that the heartthrob of the Elsh family is actually referring to old Ish.

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Silver dragons are a type of dragon that can be seen from time to time in the Eastern Elf Territory. They represent justice and goodness. This young silver dragon named Veranda seems to be a celebrity. The Elder Council Hall is the center of the entire city. Flying is not allowed in the inner ring, so we can only walk all the way.

As she walked along, passersby everywhere extended friendly greetings to the three elders and her.

Thirty percent of people call her Mrs. Veranda, and she will respond with a smile; 70% of people call her Mrs. Ish, and she will respond very happily.

Well, it turns out that she is my grandfather’s little fan girl.

Of course, Dulin was often mentioned by Old Philo. The phrase "young friend Dulin" often represented the elder's friendship and position towards Dulin.

It was already noon when they climbed the stairs, but the remaining ten of the eleven elders were all waiting at the top.

Old Filo walked to his position, and the old grassland elf wearing a thorn ring walked towards him. Durin was confused by this. You old guys didn't tell me how to perform this ceremony.

"This time, the slave-hunting team of human traffickers suffered a heavy blow in Lublin, and hundreds of slave catchers were killed. However, with the insistence of Mr. Durin Elsh and Tribune Ish Elsh, the thunder-like attack on the Saric family, the mastermind behind the slave-hunting team, had a miraculous effect. The entire slave-hunting family was completely wiped out, and only seven women who married out were left. You acted decisively and I commend you for this." The old grassland elf seemed to see Durin's embarrassment. He smiled and patted Durin on the shoulder: "Don't think too much, child. We are just agents of the Mother Goddess's herdsmen. It is enough for you to leave your respect and love to them." After that, he handed the two certificates to Durin.

"You got a special firearms license at the age of twelve. You are more amazing than your old Ish, kid." Old Philo said with a smile.

Du Lin took the two certificates.

A special gun license is the ultimate proof of loyalty for the grassland elves. With it, Durin can even enter the Elders' Council Chamber with his pistol holstered (it must be hung in a conspicuous place, such as around his waist). The term "universal" means that Durin can legally possess a gun in all countries that issue gun licenses, including the Eastern Elf Territory—this essentially guarantees Durin's legal possession of a gun throughout the human world.

Du Lin took the certificate, thought for a moment, lowered his head, and touched his chest: "I am willing to fight for the innocent."

This was the most common phrase he had ever heard from his mentor. He believed it, and Du Lin also believed it. Being able to fight for the innocent was the greatest oath and guarantee a kind person could make, and it was truer than gold.

After standing up, Du Lin noticed that the elders were smiling. The Great Elder smiled and nodded. Then he took off a round ring from his left index finger and handed it to Du Lin: "This is just a small gift, without any conditions."

When he said this, he looked at Old Ish.

Du Lin glanced at Old Ish, who nodded. Du Lin happily took the ring with both hands, compared the size, and finally put it on his thumb.

The elders clapped their hands and began to congratulate Old Yi Xu.

Du Lin stood aside, looking at the two certificates in his hand. Looking at his own photos in the certificates, Du Lin thought for a while - yes, he did take a photo at the beginning of this year, but that was for making a gunsmith certificate.

The new gunsmith license now confirmed Dulin's identity and was valid nationwide—meaning that anywhere there was a gunsmith's guild, Dulin could legally manufacture and possess firearms. Two licenses might seem insignificant, but Dulin understood that many gunsmiths never achieved both special licenses in their lifetimes, yet Dulin had obtained them at the age of twelve.

This is indeed a grace, but it is also a testament to one’s own efforts.

Du Lin suddenly felt that the ecology of the grassland elves was really fair and peaceful, and he began to really like his new life.

Thinking of this, Du Lin narrowed his eyes.

The curtain was hung with only one line of words.

Don’t look at me, the old men here are just as good as your grandfather.

Well, this is the least valuable day for Durin's legend since his rebirth.

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After saying goodbye to the members of the Council of Elders one by one, Du Lin followed Old Ish down the stairs. Before he could speak, he heard Old Ish's sigh.

"My child, remember the oath you made today at the Circle of Truth."

When Du Lin heard that Old Ish said it should be the six words "willing to fight for the innocent", Du Lin nodded as a matter of course.

"I know, I will keep my oath until the end of me or the world." said Durin.

This was the most revered oath by the apprentices of the Tower.

Old Yi Xu was stunned for a moment, perhaps because he did not expect his grandson to make such a serious vow, but in the end he nodded with satisfaction.

Mrs. Wilda smiled at Du Lin and said, "It's really great that little Du Lin has such a spirit. I hope you grow up quickly."

Du Lin smiled and nodded, showing respect.

"It's over. I have things to do in the capital. What about you, Dulin?" Old Ish looked at Dulin and asked.

"I want to go back to the manor. Anta must want to hear my story. And we agreed to dance together on the last day of the Harvest Festival."

Old Ish smiled and looked at Wilda: "Please help me send this child back, Wilda."

"Remember, if a police team from the human world comes to Lublin Town, remember to call me first and I will deal with them." Old Ish said finally before leaving.

Du Lin nodded to indicate that it was no problem - it was not his business to deal with the arrival of human police, so let the old fox deal with these old foxes.

(End of this chapter)