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The black carriage, embellished with golden carvings and drawn by two pristine white horses, shortly arrived before them. An insignia marked its door: a python coiled around an hourglass, accompanied by the inscription "The House of Chronis."

"Young Master, your carriage has arrived," announced a knight, emerging from within and kneeling before the door. His blue cape bore the same insignia, rendered in gold.

'This Chronis family must possess considerable influence; the carriage alone speaks volumes of their standing,' mused Aliya, her gaze fixed on the exquisite vehicle. It surpassed any carriage she had ever witnessed in beauty.

Meanwhile, Evelynn wore a subtly proud expression as she continued to look at Victor. An inexplicable feeling stirred within her, yet she simply maintained her gaze with a gentle smile as she entered the carriage.

Her attention then shifted as she noticed Victor looking back. She turned her face forward, towards where their respective attendants were seated. It was at this moment that she realized...

'Our legs are touching!' The realization struck her as she became aware of the close proximity necessitated by their shared seat.

A familiar wisp of steam began to rise from her head as she instinctively tried to conceal her flushed face.

Victor, far from oblivious, was thoroughly enjoying the situation. He was acutely aware of the contact between their legs, perhaps even orchestrating it. Noticing Evelynn's belated discovery, a satisfied smile played on his lips.

'So endearing.'

Victor and Evelynn arrived at the Silverbane manor. Its grounds dwarfed the estate Victor had acquired. These noble manors, after all, were established on expansive lands by dedicated builders, unlike properties bought through intermediaries. Observing the estate, Victor mused,

'I desire a residence superior to my current one.'

'Oracle, procure for me a detailed design for the most exceptional house you deem suitable for me.'

[-100 Lifespan expended. The blueprint has been acquired for the host. This represents the finest possible residence within the current capital; subsequent designs will be for properties within the host's own territory.]

They swiftly reached the manor, with the Silverbane carriage following closely behind. The guards, recognizing their lady, offered no hindrance.

Once within the estate grounds, the carriage traveled for another three full minutes before reaching the grand entrance of Evelynn's home. Three figures stood awaiting their arrival: the house butler and two maids.

'Hmm? What is this carriage? And why is the young lady returning in it?' the butler pondered.

'I shall report this to the family head later. First...'

"Welcome back, Young Lady! How was your day at the academy?" the butler greeted with a polite smile.

"I shall call for you in the morning tomorrow," Victor stated to Evelynn.

Evelynn blushed but nodded quickly. She and Aliya alighted from the carriage. The Eclipse Knight then instructed, "Take us home now. Remember this location; we will be frequent visitors."

The carriage then departed.

"Who were they, Young Miss?" the butler inquired, his curiosity evident.

Without acknowledging the butler's question, Evelynn hurried inside the house. Her swift passage was noted by every servant she encountered, but she paid them no mind. She rushed to the second floor and quickly located her room, entering and locking the door behind her. She then flung herself onto the bed, burying her face in the pillows.

'What was all that transpired with me today?'

The thought lingered as an image of herself and Victor together flashed in her mind. A deep blush resurfaced, and she pressed her face further into the soft fabric.

Meanwhile, Victor was arriving at his manor when a sudden thought struck him.

"Hey, Oracle, is there a way to expedite the construction of buildings?"

[Affirmative]

[Rare - Qi-Crafting Worker Drone] (Price: 6 Months)Description: Worker Drone, adept at constructing structures using Qi manipulation.[Mythic - Qi-Crafting Engineer Cube] (Price: 5 Years)Description: Controls Qi-Crafting Worker Drones. Requires blueprints to function.You can utilize these to construct any desired structure with minimal manual labor, Host.

"Purchase 200 Workers and 1 Cube, and outfit them with standard attire."

[-105 Lifespan expended]

[Acquisition complete, Host.]

[Name: Victor Chronis][Lifespan: 1215 yrs][System Level: 2][Balance: 8.1 Million Gold Coins][System Functions:]

Time God's Eyes - Observe Lifespans.

Time Shop - Time God's Emporium.

Time Contract - Facilitates the Exchange of Time.

Time Pause - Temporarily Suspend Time for Self and Others.

[Stats:]Vitality: 250Qi Capacity: 100Strength: 10Agility: 10Intelligence: 100Charisma: 70 (+50)

Victor arrived home and summoned his butler, Alex. The butler provided him with the Time Cube and additional funds generated from their business ventures.

[Name: Victor Chronis][Lifespan: 1215 yrs][System Level: 2][Balance: 13 Million Gold Coins][System Functions:]

Time God's Eyes - Observe Lifespans.

Time Shop - Time God's Emporium.

Time Contract - Facilitates the Exchange of Time.

Time Pause - Temporarily Suspend Time for Self and Others.

[Stats:]Vitality: 250Qi Capacity: 100Strength: 10Agility: 10Intelligence: 100Charisma: 70 (+50)

"Hey Alex, was the plot of land acquired?"

"Yes, Young Master. Shall we commence the construction process?"

"No, wait until midnight when the area is deserted. We will proceed then."

'Imagine the reactions when people suddenly discover my magnificent establishment in the noble district, haha.'

Meanwhile, at the Silverbane manor.

Inside the patriarch's study, a green-haired woman of considerable charm stood before him. This was Aliya, summoned to the patriarch's office.

"Did I hear correctly? My daughter returned with a man… in his personal carriage, within our very manor?" inquired the blue-haired, middle-aged man. Fine lines etched the corners of his eyes. This was Evelynn's father, William Silverbane. Standing behind him was a silver-haired woman, a mature reflection of Evelynn. This was the Viscount's wife and Evelynn's mother, Ameliya Silverbane.

"My dear, do not startle her so. Observe, her hands tremble."

"I am truly sorry, Patriarch! I should not have permitted—" Aliya began, only to be interrupted.

"My apologies for alarming you. However, I must ascertain if my daughter has developed an interest in a young man. Would you be so kind as to recount the events to us?"

Aliya took a steadying breath, recalling the patriarch's well-known protectiveness towards his daughter. 'If that weren't the case, he would have likely arranged a betrothal already.'

The daughter of the Silverbane family was renowned for her beauty and aloof demeanor. Her striking silver hair had earned her the title 'The Icy Flower of the Northern Solaris.'

The Silverbane family was a distinguished military lineage, instrumental in guarding the northern territories under the Northern Duke. Their swift ascent from a mercenary company to a Viscountcy within a single reign attested to their martial prowess.

Consequently, at the semi-annual banquets attended by the highest echelons of nobility, numerous suitors had attempted to court this captivating beauty.

Yet, all had failed. And now, this very same beauty was showing interest in a man? This was indeed significant news.

"My Lord, it appears the Lady has begun to favor the young man. He, in turn, displays a keen interest in our Lady and actively seeks her attention. The Young Lady seems aware of this, yet instead of her usual cold dismissals, she appears to be reciprocating."

"Oh? And who is this young man? Does he hail from a prominent family? You must understand, I will not entrust my daughter to some penniless commoner."

"Oh no, my Lord! That does not seem to be the case at all. In fact, the young man appears to originate from a family even more influential than the Royal Family itself."

"What?! More powerful than the Solaris Family? Are you jesting with me? The Solaris Family reigns supreme on this continent!" exclaimed the Viscount, his tone rising with disbelief.

"That is true for this continent, my Lord. From what the young man mentioned, he comes from a different continent to the north, known as the Bolaris Continent. Furthermore, the assessment of his family's power is based on the fact that the seemingly ordinary attendant he brought was a Twenty-Star Knight, a level of strength typically found only in Counts and higher nobility, or esteemed military generals."

"Oh heavens…" 'His family might possess the strength to explore the Forsaken Expanse,' he then said aloud, "What is the name of this family? And the boy's name?"

"His name is Victor Chronis, My Lord. From The House of Chronis."