Chapter 6: Unexpected News

When Xiu woke up, it was already very bright.

A night's sleep did not make him much comfortable, but the soreness in his body became even worse.

He endured his physical discomfort and got up to change his clothes, then went downstairs to get something to eat.

The meals in the family were very punctual, and after that there would be no more food, and he didn't want to go hungry anymore.

But just as he was about to stand up, he saw a tray already on the table next to the bed.

On the tray are two pieces of white bread, a glass of water, a bowl of porridge with meat, a fried egg and two slices of ham, and a small sticky note next to it: eat slowly! Come to the hall after eating, my father has something to look for you. It's a good thing to tell you quietly! And then there's a smiling face that looks a bit like Kalian, with a soft smile on it.

Xiu only felt that his nose was a little sour.

He ate this breakfast silently, and this hearty breakfast was enough for him to eat very much and full.

He got dressed and slowly left the room despite the aches.

In the hall, Francis, Arthur, and Karen were there, and there was a strange middle-aged man with blond hair and blue eyes.

Xiu's arrival caught everyone's attention, and Francis looked at him and then looked away. Arthur beckoned to him, motioning for him to come over.

Xiu obediently walked over, "Good morning, grandpa, father, sister." Please forgive me for waking up late......"

Arthur waved his hand, "It's excusable, no need to apologize." Let me introduce you, his name is David. David Apokalis. He was an instructor at the 10th training camp of the Knights of the Church. From now on, you will be one of his students. ”

"Grandpa, this ......" Xiu was a little confused.

"I consulted with your father and decided to let you train with the Order." Arthur smiled and said to Xiu, "In the future, you will be the Reserve Knights." ”

Xiu couldn't believe it.

"You're not in good shape, but at least it's not a problem. You are a descendant of the Kaslana family, and it is your duty. So you get ready and set off in the afternoon. Arthur said lightly.

"This ...... Wouldn't you be in too much of a hurry......" Xiu said suddenly.

This came as a surprise to Arthur.

"Xiu, don't you want to?"

"No, grandpa, I would love to, and even such a surprise struck me a little incredible...... However, my sister has just returned...... This is the first time we have met. I don't want to leave so soon. Xiu said quietly.

Arthur looked at Karen's somewhat surprised expression, and then at Francis, who was silent with his head down, thought for a while, and said, "Okay, I'm really in a hurry." David, the training hasn't started yet, has it? ”

"Not yet. There is still a week to go before the official start of training. But it's a bit far from here, and it will take two days to get to the training camp. If you can, I recommend leaving as early as possible. ”

After Arthur pondered for a while, he raised his head and made a decision, "Xiu, give you a day to say goodbye to your sister." ”

"......"

"Repair!" Francis spoke heavily, "This is an order. You can either choose to stay in the castle forever or leave tomorrow. Do you think this is child's play? Don't be ashamed anymore! ”

The atmosphere suddenly became heavy.

David watched this family drama and felt that this was not the place for him to speak, but if he didn't speak, it was likely that the atmosphere would remain stiff, so he came out to play a round game, "Two leaders, please don't be too serious." After all, Young Master Xiu is young and a little homesick, which is normal. Besides, this is the first time that Young Master Xiu has seen the legendary sister, and he wants to stay for a while, which is normal for people. We'll leave tomorrow, but I wonder if we will have the privilege of staying at Caslana Castle for one night?"

"Of course, there is no problem with this. Your room has been prepared for a long time, come on, take Mr. Apokalis to his room! Arthur was pleased with the young man's performance.

"It's an honor. Commander Arthur retired first. David politely said goodbye, and the cultivation of the nobles was clear.

When David left, the atmosphere calmed down again. Eventually, Francis was the first to say, "When you go to training camp, you have to ride a horse." You've never learned horsemanship. This time......" Francis opened his mouth to say something, but he couldn't say anything. Finally he spoke, "I'm going to the Knights, you and Karen." Francis left the hall neatly after speaking. Arthur looked at Francis with some joyful relief and bitter helplessness in his eyes.

"Karen." Arthur instructed Kalian, "Xiu has never ridden a horse, so try to familiarize him with it." One day is not enough time to learn how to ride a horse. At least...... Don't fall too easily. ”

"Yes, Grandpa Arthur." Karene responded.

"So......" When Arthur looked at Xiu, he suddenly noticed that Xiu's expression didn't seem to be very happy, "Xiu, do you have anything to say?" ”

Xiu shook his head. But the gloom on the face was too obvious.

"Xiu, do you think that the time with your sister is too short and unhappy?"

Xiu shook his head.

"So, don't you want to go to the Knights?"

Xiu still shook his head.

"Why is that?"

"Grandpa......" Xiu said with some bitterness, "Father doesn't want me?"

Arthur was a little confused.

"My father never let me leave the castle before, and he said that I was in poor health and that it was a shame to go out. Now I was being asked to train with the Knights, and my father was clearly not satisfied with my health. So, is it because he doesn't want me?"

Arthur looked at the overly sensitive child with a complicated look.

"No, it's because your father doesn't want to bury you anymore." Arthur said, "There are so many reasons here, too complicated. You are still young, and when you grow up, you will know and understand. But there is one thing to remember: your Father loves you. He was no different from any other father, he loved his children. And your father has done more for you than any other father, and is greater. You have to remember that without a father you don't love your children. It's just that for too many reasons, the way of love is different. ”

Cultivation seems to understand whether it is understood or not.

"Son, you have to learn to think. This question will take up a lot of your time. However, this is one thing that you have to understand. Think slowly, kid! You have to try to think about other people's thoughts, you have to try to understand other people's feelings. There is still a lot you need to learn, but here Grandpa wants to tell you that thought is the foundation of everything! Remember the Knights of Kaslana's Creed! You have to defend Kaslana's honor with your life, and protect ordinary people with your life. ”

"But Grandpa Arthur, mine is not strong, I am not even as good as a person and a knight stationed on the city wall, how can I protect ordinary people when I am so weak."

"Kid! Your strength has been manifested! Arthur stood up, walked to Xiu's side, and clasped Xiu's shoulders tightly with both hands, "You have incredible perseverance!" Your perseverance will be the source of your strength, and you will become extremely strong in the future because of your perseverance. Moreover, you are not weak now! Arthur pointed to the walls of Kaslana, "You're only seven years old now, and no seven-year-old child can run ten laps around the walls of Kaslana!" Do you still think you're weak? You are still young to the knights of Kaslana, but to ordinary people, you are already extremely powerful! Remember, in the days after you arrive at the training camp, you have to remember that you are Kaslana's knight and you can't disgrace your family! ”

Xiu looked at Arthur in a daze.

Grandpa, are you encouraging yourself?

"Hmm!" Xiu nodded vigorously.

Arthur smiled with relief, "Kalian, take Xiu to the stable, choose a horse, try to teach him a little horsemanship, at least don't fall off the horse." ”

"Yes, Grandpa Arthur."

Karene gladly agreed, pulling Xiu by the hand and pulling him out of the hall.