Being a knight is not easy

Chapter 111 Knight Academy
There was silence in the banquet hall, and everyone's expression became solemn.

The expansion of the Wizarding Council was no secret, but it was the first time that someone like Duke Truman openly rebelled against it.

Duke Truman continued, "We can't go on like this. For the future of the West, we must form our own force to deal with the Wizarding Council's relentless pressure.

This organization will be jointly funded by the major families in the West to protect our interests and maintain the independence of the West."

As soon as he finished speaking, a low murmur of discussion immediately arose in the banquet hall.

The nobles had different expressions; some agreed, some hesitated, and some showed obvious worry.

Robin stood in the crowd, looking calmly at Duke Truman.

Duke Truman's proposal was not a spur-of-the-moment decision, but was carefully considered.

The expansion of the Wizard Council did threaten the interests of the western nobles, and forming their own military force was undoubtedly the best way to deal with this threat.

"Duke Truman's proposal is indeed very reasonable." Viscount Wilk whispered to Robin, with a hint of approval in his tone, "The Wizarding Council is becoming increasingly powerful. If we don't take action, we will be swallowed up by them sooner or later."

Robin nodded, a thoughtful look in his eyes: "Father, do you think other families will support this proposal?"

Viscount Wilk shook his head, a hint of uncertainty in his tone: "It's hard to say. Some families have close ties with the Wizard Council, and they may not be willing to break off relations with the Wizard Council.

However, Duke Truman has great influence in the West, and his proposal should gain support from many families."

At this point, Duke Truman spoke again: "Ladies and gentlemen, I know this proposal may cause some controversy.

But remember, the future of our West lies in our own hands. If we don't unite, we will be defeated one by one by the Wizarding Council sooner or later."

As soon as he finished speaking, applause broke out in the banquet hall.

Many nobles expressed their support, but some remained silent, apparently still hesitating.

Robin's eyes swept over everyone in the field, thinking to himself.

Although Duke Truman's proposal seems reasonable, the hidden game and interest distribution behind it are extremely complicated.

The relationships among the major families in the west are already complicated, and the establishment of a military organization will inevitably trigger a new round of power struggle.

The carriage moved slowly in the night, and the sound of the wheels rolling over the cobblestone road was particularly clear in the quiet night.

Robin sat in the carriage, looking through the window at the dim scenery outside.

His mind was still recollecting the events of the banquet, especially Duke Truman's proposal and the gaze of the mysterious young woman.

Viscount Wilk's voice broke the silence in the carriage: "Alan, your mother and I have discussed it and decided that you will represent the Wilk family in joining this armed forces organization."

Robin turned his head and looked at Viscount Wilk, a hint of surprise flashing in his eyes: "Father, you mean..."

Viscount Wilk nodded, his tone solemn: "That's right, Allen. The establishment of this armed force is of vital importance to us western nobles. We must ensure that the Wilk family has sufficient say in it. And you, as the heir to the family, are the most suitable candidate."

Viscountess Melita nodded, her tone gentle, "Alan, Minerva City has the best knight academy in the entire West. You can continue to improve your skills there. At the same time, you can also take this opportunity to meet more noble children and lay a solid foundation for the future of your family." Robin was silent for a moment, then nodded. "I understand, Father, Mother. I will do my best to complete this task."

Viscount Wilk smiled with relief. "Alan, we believe in your ability. However, the situation in Minerva City is much more complicated than in Wilk County. You must proceed with caution."

"My father may really want to train me, but that stepmother... I'm afraid she just wants to send me away so that I don't peek at her experimental results." Robin thought to himself, with a hint of coldness in his eyes.

Viscountess Melita's research is crucial to the Round Table Council, and she obviously does not want to get too involved.

Robin also knew that the safety of the Wilk family would be greatly compromised after he left the territory.

After all, a legendary knight in charge of the territory is enough to intimidate most villains.

"They don't even think about how safe it is to have a legendary knight guarding the house." Robin muttered to himself, with a hint of helplessness in his tone.

He didn't say these words out loud.

A legendary knight at the age of twenty is truly astonishing.

"Okay, I will never let my father down." Robin raised his head, his tone firm.

Viscount Wilk showed a relieved smile on his face. He patted Robin on the shoulder and said with a hint of pride: "Alan, I believe in you. Although Minerva City is complicated, with your strength and wisdom, you will definitely be able to gain a foothold there."

Viscountess Melita also nodded, her tone gentle: "Alan, you must remember that Minerva City is not only the center of the western provinces, but also the focus of the game between various forces. You must act with caution and don't trust anyone easily."

Robin nodded, a cold look flashing in his eyes: "Mother, don't worry. I will handle it carefully."

Five days later, Robin, accompanied by Chamberlain, embarked on a journey to Minerva City.

The morning sun shone on the fields of Wilk's territory. The carriage slowly drove out of the manor. The sound of the wheels rolling over the cobblestone road was particularly clear in the quiet morning.

Robin sat in the carriage, holding a book about the history of Minerva City in his hand, but from time to time he looked through the window at the scenery outside.

His thoughts were still going over the preparations of the past few days, and he felt a hint of anticipation and vigilance in his heart.

"Master Allen, Minerva City is not like our Wilk County. It's a mixed bag, so you must be careful." Chamberlain sat opposite Robin, with a hint of worry in his tone.

Robin nodded, with a hint of indifference in his tone: "Chamberlain, don't worry. I will be careful."

Chamberlain is one of Viscount Wilk's most trusted knights and Robin's personal guard.

Although he is not as strong as Robin, he is experienced and knows the situation in the western provinces very well.

Viscount Wilk specially arranged for him to accompany Robin to Minerva City, apparently to ensure Robin's safety.

The carriage moved slowly along the road, and Robin's eyes fell on the book in his hand again.

The city of Minerva is the center of the western provinces. It is not only the economic and political center, but also the focus of the game between various forces.

(End of this chapter)