Chapter 56: End of the Conversation and Invitation

"Then the second question is the purpose of my approach to Maria... In fact, I met her by coincidence. I remember the first time we met was when I had just signed up, and we bumped into each other."

Looking at Mylnar who had become quiet again after hearing her words, Bianka continued.

Although it seemed really coincidental, in fact, Dudu at that time didn't have time to hide from Maria, let alone approach her directly.

To be honest, if they hadn't bumped into each other by chance that day, with Bianka's personality... If she wanted to complete the task later and approach the foal with a "purpose," she would probably have to struggle for a long time.

"I know what you are worried about, Mr. Mylnar, but there is no need to worry. I have no ill will towards Maria and the Nearl family. As for the person you met that night, I asked them to go and protect Maria and the others."

"I don't have the habit of involving my friends because of myself."

In order to dispel Mylnar's concerns, Bianka simply did not hide anything and told the story directly.

"Huh?"

Unlike her uncle, who was still calm and steady at the moment, Maria was not calm after hearing Bianka's words and looked at her friend with surprise.

"If you want to know, I'll tell you later." Looking at Maria's cute expression, Bianka couldn't help rubbing her head, and then said softly.

"Yeah."

Hearing this, Maria nodded, stopped asking, and chose to continue listening quietly.

"..."

Looking at the loving interaction between the two girls in front of him, Mylnar raised his eyebrows slightly, but in the end, he didn't say anything.

Instead, he changed the subject. "You are indeed very good at protecting them, but at the same time, you also tie the Nearl family to you, at least in the eyes of those people."

After saying these words in a relatively calm tone, Mylnar once again cast his eyes on Bianka. He wanted to know how the girl in front of him would respond to the point he raised.

Hearing this, Bianka was stunned at first, and then said apologetically.

"Sorry, I neglected this point. I thought a lot before, but forgot about this level of things."

"But it doesn't matter. Whether the Nearl Family is estranged or close to me in the future, it doesn't prevent me from protecting it. So, what does Mr. Mylnar think?"

To be honest, Bianka really ignored this point, because there are too few Nearl family members now... so few that she didn't even think of raising it to the family level. However, because there are few people, no matter what choice the former head of the family, Nearl, makes, it doesn't matter to her.

After all, the people that Durandal wants to protect are there, and they will not change because of the choice. Even if Maria is no longer her friend, it is the same.

But...

Bianka's eyes suddenly became strange when she thought of this. Nearl should not be so old-fashioned, right?

"Your method or what you get in exchange for chips."

Hearing Bianka's words with extremely obvious meaning, Mylnar's golden eyes flickered slightly. He did not answer directly but continued to ask other questions.

Although because of Bianka's strength and character, he has a little hope and waves in his heart at this moment, this does not mean... He will easily move the Nearl family in.

"Freedom and power are used as bargaining chips in exchange for the right to supervise."

"Just like what you said before, Mr. Mylnar, there is no absolute fairness in the world. But... I will try my best to let those people have relative fairness wherever I see."

While speaking her words, Bianka did not notice the confident smile that appeared on the corner of her mouth again, nor did she notice how dazzling she looked in the eyes of others at this moment.

"You should not be from Kazimierz. I don't know what your race is, so why did you choose to give up your freedom? According to you, you were just passing by at first."

Looking at the "shining" Bianka in front of her, listening to her words, Mylnar's golden eyes flashed with a trace of confusion, and asked a question that he could not understand.

In fact, before Bianka said what she just said, Mylnar thought that the way the girl in front of him negotiated with the higher-ups was more inclined to "threaten and coerce" with terrifying power, and it might not last long after it was over.

Because of this, even though he had some waves in his heart and saw the hope of change in this city, he still did not act rashly...

But... After Bianka's words came out, Mylnar was first confused, and then followed by disbelief and confusion.

"Mr. Mylnar, have you forgotten my answer at the beginning? I have always protected and helped people who need help, not fixed places or people." At this point, Bianka smiled gently and continued:

"And here I saw suffering and injustice. In this case, I will naturally use my own hands to change and fight for them. It has nothing to do with the region or anything else, just because I came here first and I saw it."

"..."

Bianka's answer this time completely left Mylnar speechless. He slowly lowered his eyes to hide his emotions.

He saw a lot from the dazzling girl in front of him... including some things that made him miss. At the same time, he also had a little envy in his heart, envious of the girl in front of him who had such a powerful power...

"Do what you want to do."

As the voice fell, Mylnar stood up and left the tavern without stopping.

Because up to this point, he knew everything he wanted to know. As for whether what Bianka said was true or not, let time verify it and people witness it.

Before that, he will protect the Nearl family...

...

"Uncle Mylnar just left like that? He didn't stop you, Bianka!? You know, when my sister wanted to become a competitive knight, he stopped her..."

After watching her uncle leave, Maria recovered from the shock and whispered to Bianka.

"Heh~ Because Mr. Nearl has no reason to stop me. He lectured you because he was worried about you and afraid that you would get hurt."

After listening to Maria's words, Bianka chuckled and continued.

"But I am different. I have enough strength to strengthen my beliefs and walk steadily on my own path."

"Well... Bianka, what you said makes sense. It seems that we should not be too lazy in swordsmanship."

Hearing this, Maria pursed her lips slightly, and then lay on the table with a little expression that looked like she wanted to cry but had no tears.

God knows, Maria has always been under a lot of pressure because of Bianka's excellence. Now... someone bursts out with strength, and the pressure explodes instantly.

Now she no longer counts on others and directly changes her goal to not drag her feet, and not dragging her feet is victory!

As for the craftsmen, Maria still decided to give it a try. She will definitely work hard to create weapons suitable for Bianka!

"You just realized that as a member of the Nearl family, your swordsmanship cannot be neglected." After hearing what her child said, Zofia raised her eyebrows slightly and said "unhappily."

"Yes, yes, I will definitely learn from you, Sister Zofia."

"So perfunctory..."

"No way!"

...

Just when the two were playing, the old knight on the side looked at Bianka and suddenly sighed, "Should I say that Bianka is too unguarded, or should I say that you trust us too much. You speak without any concealment."

"Yes, you didn't treat us as outsiders at all. Not only did you drag everything out in front of that guy Mylnar, but you also let us old guys be the audience."

The old craftsman Koval drinking nearby also echoed helplessly at this moment.

"Don't worry, I won't be like this outside. I told you what happened today so that you can have some psychological preparation."

After listening to the words of these elders, Bianka smiled and shook her head, and then explained helplessly.

In fact, the reason why Durandal spoke so bluntly today was largely because she didn't want to get into a fight with Mylnar.

Knowing Mylnar's character, whether it was concealing or being a riddler, it would easily cause misunderstandings and make people distrust him. So instead of that, it would be better to get out of it all and use honesty and sincerity to exchange for some trust from him.

"Just know it in your heart. As for what happened today, we won't talk about it everywhere, just let it go."

While speaking, Bald Marcin put a glass of prepared juice in front of Bianka. "Well, thank you."

"Haha, what's there to thank for? We are also looking forward to the changes in this place. Come on, little girl."

...

Just as Bianka was enjoying the party with her friends, the top leaders of various forces in Kazimierz were re-examining her and deciding on their next actions and attitudes.

...

Mylnar's residence

"You went to see the child, right? Mylnar. How did you feel?"

"!"

After returning home, Mylnar didn't have time to relax when a familiar voice suddenly sounded, stunning him.

"You are here because of Bianka's matter. Tell me earlier so that I should receive you, Ms. Russel."

After reacting, Mylnar's face returned to calm, and he said to the somewhat old woman in front of him with a respectful tone.

"Don't worry about it. I'll be gone soon. I have a lot to do after today's disturbance. Besides, I'll go see this young man in person later."

The blonde Kuranta woman waved her hand gently and said casually.

"..."

Hearing this, Mylnar opened her mouth to say something, but swallowed it back. Finally, after hesitating for a moment, she said:

"She... Sir Russel, you should go see her in person."

"It seems that you have a high opinion of this young girl. However, based on the current investigation... she is indeed a very good child."

Hearing this, [Grand Knight of the Adeptus Sprawiedliwi] Ioleta Russel nodded her head gently and sighed to herself.

After saying that, she once again cast her gaze at the man in front of her...

"Is the wanderer who traveled far away with a sword coming back?"

"..."

"Has the wanderer who passed through the battlefield full of corpses and the endless wasteland, and the end of the fortress burned by artillery fire not come back yet?"

"..."

...

Afternoon-

After the party, Bianka, who was slightly disguised, was walking on the way back in a good mood, thinking about what happened before.

Today, when she was happily gathering with Maria and others in the tavern, Durandal received several invitations without surprise. Some were from the Association, and some were from the Chamber of Commerce.

Although Bianka didn't like this kind of invitation very much, she also knew that if she wanted to achieve her goal, then these invitations could not be refused. Because this was both a test and a preliminary negotiation.

However, even if these invitations were accepted, Durandal didn't plan to go alone. After all, it's not like before, when she was the only "person" on the surface. Now she has Rita to accompany her.

"..."

After gradually collecting her thoughts, Bianka's pace also quickened a lot. She went straight to the base of her knights.

After all, this time, in addition to her own knights, there was also someone she had missed before waiting for her.

...

After carefully bypassing and avoiding a bunch of people, Bianka quietly returned to the base of the Knightclub, and then went straight to her room here.

Since the establishment of the Immortal Blades, Durandal rented an area to facilitate training and other things. She no longer stayed in a hotel, but lived here directly.

However, before Bianka arrived at her room, she met the person who had been waiting for her.

"Welcome back, Lord Durandal."

The maid with short hair and a beautiful face bowed to Bianka gracefully and spoke gently.

Looking at Rita in front of her, Bianka's beautiful blue eyes flashed a smile, and she responded. "Well, I'm back."

"Miss Sakura is waiting in the room now. At the same time, she has prepared snacks and black tea for you, Lord Durandal. Please come in." As she said that, Rita made an elegant gesture of invitation.

"Thank you for your hard work, Rita. I haven't had the black tea you brewed for a long time. Let's go together."

Although she knew that the person in front of her was also "herself," Bianka still spoke subconsciously.

"My pleasure, Lord Durandal."

After the voice fell, the two girls walked towards the direction of the room together.