Regressor of the Fallen Family novel Chapter 125

Chapter 125

Regressor of the Fallen Family Chapter 125

Boooo!

Thud.

As the horns sound echoed over the walls of Bifrost, the heavy iron gate constructed of heft timber descended across the moat, the knights were the first to pass through on their steeds. All 150 knights were clad in plate armor engraved with flame motifs across their chests. Armor expertly crafted from well-refined steel shone radiantly, boasting of their presence as they reflected the suns light.

From amongst them, one stood out at the forefront, garbed in armor that was slightly more distinctive than the othersKnight Eileen, now dressed in custom-fit armor that matched her body, quite unlike the armor she wore when she first joined the knights. The armor suited her small stature and body shape perfectly, shimmering in a subtle shade of silver.

Dont say things like Im just asking to die because Im visible, okay? Ive heard enough of that already.

Eileen retorted sharply, perhaps feeling Logans gaze on her.

Its just a way of showing concern for a fellow comrade. After all, there is no knight within our territory who does not acknowledge Lady Eileen Knight now. He quipped, withholding the second part of his thought that her nickname was a bit odd. Perhaps due to the unsaid words, Eileens expression brightened a little.

Well youre probably right.

She seemed mildly offended at first, but her expression quickly lightened, drawing a smile from Logan.

Shes just nineteen after all.

It was Logan who had given her the chance, but it was Eileens efforts that enabled her to adapt and fit in beyond expectation. She was worthy of praise.

Above all, it suits you well. And judging by the color, thats no ordinary steel either.

Ah, you think so? Hmm. Well, it was Hammer-nim who crafted it, mixing in mithril, so its defensive capability should be certain.

Mithril?

Dont look at it that way. Though I did use my fathers name to procure it, I paid with my own money. The reward money.

Ah. Haha, whos to say otherwise? Its impressive. Certainly stands out enough to be worth the risk. Plus, it should make movement a lot easier.

With mithril alloy in her custom-fit armor, it was certain that it would draw attention and likely improve her odds of survival through enhanced capability rather than increasing her chances of being targeted first.

Hehe. Thank you.

Seeing her smiling brightly, Logans heart eased.

Ease my heart?

Caught off-guard by his own thoughts, Logans expression hardened for a moment.

I brought a well-living girl to a perilous place; its natural to feel a sense of responsibility.

With that thought, he turned his head away from Eileen, catching a glimpse of the achievements his family had made.

Behind the knights followed 1,500 crossbow cavalrymen, not in flashy plate armor like the knights but in quality chainmail, armed with repeating crossbows, and also equipped with auxiliary crossbows and swords at their sides. There were exactly twelve quivers of bolts secured to the back of each horse a standard armament for the McLaine crossbow cavalry. Now symbolic of the McLaine name, these troops were made up entirely of talented soldiers likely to become knights, and their achievements were splendid, so their pride was no less than that of the knights themselves.

With shoulders back, the troops followed in an ordered march: shield bearers in the front line, with the rest in chainmail and equipped with spears and repeating crossbows. With no horses, they only had three quivers of bolts attached to their belts, but it was enough. There were already over 3,000 of them.

Next came wagons at regular intervals, laden with rations and other consumables, including quivers, for the entire force to replenish. Though additional supplies might be sent later from Bifrost Castle, the current provisions were calculated to sustain at least 2-3 weeks of battle as an adequately stocked supply unit.

At the forefront of all this, students of Golem Tower, including Clayton, were in place. They managed ten covered wagons, the contents of which were completely hidden. Clayton, guiding the wagon at the front, looked worriedly at the small girl sitting beside him.

Victoria. Are you truly alright?

Clayton could still feel the weight of the gazes from young lord Logans side towards himself, lined up in the distance. The watchful eyes of a knight with red and blue odd eyes kept turning his way.

Its okay, Master. Brother wont say anything more.

For your brothers worry about you

Thats why! I need to show him that I can handle this on my own.

For her brothers sake, too.

Hmmm. However, do not stray from my side. I promised your brother as much.

Yes, Master.

Clayton sighed softly. His genius apprentice, who mastered 1st-circle magic in less than nine months, was too stubborn. It had turned the Tower upside down when she adamantly insisted on joining the war, but since they cherished each other as siblings, Clayton had eventually smiled at the situation. Her brother Victor had even been warned by the Duke after facing disciplinary action.

Yet Victor had looked him directly in the eye and made a near threat of a plea.

Please, you must protect my sister, no matter what. If anything happens to Ria, I dont know what I might do.

Regardless of Victors rapid rise as a promising young knight who became a intermediate-grade force user at a tender age, his power couldnt compare to Claytons yet. His students were almost angry at Victors words, but Clayton was rather touched by the underlying desperation in his eyes and smiled, his curiosity piqued.

A sibling pair one a genius at swordplay, the other at magic. I wonder if dragon blood runs in their family.

The extraordinary siblings, adorned with talents as unique as their appearances, naturally drew his interest. Claytons gaze met the piercing red and blue odd eyes from a distance.

Victor. Thats enough.

M-, my apologies.

Do you still not understand what Ive told you?

Certainly not.

You cant always protect someone by just keeping them wrapped up. Youve come to know that now.

Even so.

So?

How can I not worry when my young sister follows into a battlefield?

It was, after all, only natural for a family to worry. Victor believed so.

Your sister has always likely had that thought.

Yes. It seems likely.

Clayton will make sure to take good care of Ria. You concentrate on keeping yourself safe too. Dont get carried away and rush in like last time. For your sisters sake as well.