Regressor of the Fallen Family novel Chapter 43

Chapter 43

Episode 43

Yes. Visiting the capital has been quite enlightening.

Good. Then that settles it. Anything else you wish to discuss?

Even in that brief exchange, Logan could sense that his fathers perception of him had changed significantly.

Trust. It meant his father didnt question or scrutinize him.

But for the sake of the future, he still had to speak his mind.

Before getting to the main point

Logan swallowed down his dry saliva.

I did some business in the capital and earned a bit of money. Revenue should keep coming in for a while.

Money? No, before that. Business? What kind of business?

The medicine I gave you as a gift, Father. I started trading with it. Luckily, it went well so I made some money.

What, what did you say?

His fathers initially casual expression suddenly became rigid.

Then, as if realizing the full implication, his face turned beet red.

You, youre telling me you went to the capital to sell libido enhancers?!

His voice, startled and flustered, trembled ever so slightly.

Dont tell me You had a representative?

I sold it directly to the nobles. It had to be me who did it for a high price.

You, yourself sold it?

Yes.

While revealing youre a MacClaine?

Yes.

Kuhum. Huh. Grng. Hooo.

Padricks shock quickly gave way to deep sighs and groans.

Uhm, I have no face to see our ancestors

Through the hands covering his face, came his muffled groans.

When he looked up at Logan again, Logan braced himself for a blast of fury.

Sigh. Logan, Ive decided not to interfere in your actions, but

Contrary to his expectations, a sincere and grave voice followed his fathers deep sigh.

The next time you do something, could you at least consider the honor and dignity of the family to some degree?

Despite the complicated look his father gave him, Logan wore a smile.

I thought Id have to convince him with a whole spiel.

It seemed that his reputation had improved more than he guessed.

This might make things easier.

Thus, Logan could answer boldly.

Yes!

Are you thinking before answering?

Of course!

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Logans too readily given answer didnt instill much confidence, and Padrick, out of words again, buried his face in his hands.

But Logan was earnest and resolute in his heart.

He believed he was already acting with maximum consideration for the familys honor and dignity.

It was just that, in his mind, honor and dignity came after survival and profit.

Padrick would have wrapped his head again if he knew, and Logan barely concealed a smirk.

After causing such a headache, it was time to share some good news.

Actually, I happened to meet a Swordmaster in the capital, and its proved to be a fortuitous connection.

Fortunately, this time Logans news received an immediate reaction as anticipated.

A Swordmaster? You mean Duke Felix Esperanza?

Padricks eyes sparkled with sudden interest, as if all his concerns had vanished.

Yes.

How did you meet him?

I sold him the medicine. And it turns out that he was quite

What?!

As if something burst inside him, Padrick abruptly shouted out with flushed cheeks.

His son had not only sold libido enhancers under the family name, but he also peddled them to the most respected sword hero of the kingdom.

For Padrick, it was an unimaginable blow to his dignity.

How could you smear so much filth on the face of our family!

Thats why I acquired quite a formidable mid-tier sword skill.

What?

Caught between anger and bewilderment, Padricks eyes fixed on a book that Logan had pulled out.

Steelblood Sword. Its a proper mid-tier sword technique, endorsed by the Swordmaster himself. Plus, it includes a secret technique thats quite a trick

Padrick darted in front of Logan like a flash of lightning.

Is this for real?! How? No, thats not the question. Let me see it first.

Padrick had longed for a proper Force Sword Technique, or mid-tier swordsmanship, all his life.

He had been considering the limitations of his swordsmanship as a possible reason for his lack of progress for over a decade.

To him, a mid-tier swordplay manual endorsed by a Swordmaster was like rain after a long drought.

Whoosh. Whoosh.

Thats right. If I do this. Huh.

As Padrick flipped through the pages quickly, his eyes devoured every word as if ready to draw his sword there and then.

Seeing this, Logan quickly brought up his prepared suggestion.

This should be a significant help to the family, dont you think?

At that moment, Padrick looked at Logan with a vacant expression.

Its genuine, indeed. And it seems to be among the better mid-tier techniques. How can we ever repay the Swordmasters kindness No, first. Logan, youve done well. Really well! fɾeewebnoveℓ.co๓

Where had the fiery anger gone?

Padrick grinned even brighter than when they had resolved the familys debt and patted Logans shoulder.

Riding that enthusiasm, Logan brought the conversation back on track.

Would this be enough to train our knights with?

Of course! If they master it properly, our knights power could increase by at least 30 percent! You can count on that!

Good to hear. So Ill propose

Yes. But first, I must master this myself.

What? No, I intend to

Before Logan could say more, Padrick, seemingly thrilled, became absorbed in the book again.

This is really Its not the time for me to be here. Logan!

Yes?

I must concentrate on learning this as fast as I can. So please, Ill leave things to you for a while.

What do you mean?

Caught up in the whirlwind of events, Logan felt confused.

Thud.

Padrick placed a heavy, fist-sized object on the desk.

Here. This is the seal of the head.

What?

Assist Dwayne with household matters for the time being. I will concentrate on this sword technique.

What? Thats not what I planned

Discuss it with Dwayne and resolve it well. Logan, I truly appreciate it!

But Father, I have something to tell you

Bang!

The studys door slammed shut as Padrick vanished like the wind.

Logans voice only bounced off an invisible wall.

What just happened?

Padricks impassioned reaction trampled over all of Logans expectations.

On the desk, a large seal lay forlorn, with its blazing flame design, the MacClaine familys insignia, appearing particularly pathetic that day.

I didnt even get to mention the main topic.

The frustration was palpable, but another thought offered some consolation.

Its as if I have the right to do it now, after all.