Time gradually passed, and soon, it had been five years.
During these five years, Chen Heng's reputation had become greater and greater, and many people knew about him.
Many people knew that he was the most famous hunter in the region and that he was a skilled hunter.
Of course, this was also because of the Body Forging Technique.
Even though the Body Forging Technique in the real world was only the foundation of martial arts, it was still a genuine Body Forging Technique.
For people who had never trained before, this Body Forging Technique was very effective.
The reason why Chen Heng had become an outstanding hunter in these five years was because of this Body Forging Technique.
During these five years, he had barely completed most of the Body Forging Technique. According to the real world's standards, he could be considered a top-notch person.
At the very least, he would be number one in Chen Heng's class.
Of course, this was something that he had accumulated over time, and it was not that amazing.
After all, he had used his experience to cultivate, and with five years of time, it would be strange if he could not reach this level.
Even so, he was still very far away from Body Forging Completion. He still had a long way to go.
Chen Heng felt that if he wanted to cultivate to Body Forging Completion like this, it would take him another three or four years.
"I really don't know how those freaks who reached Body Forging Completion before 18 years old can appear …"
After confirming his progress, Chen Heng felt a bit speechless and did not know what to say.
It could only be said that the difference between people was greater than the difference between a dog and a man.
This was the fifth year that Chen Heng had been here.
During this year, there had been some activity in the peaceful village.
"You're the most famous hunter here?"
A tall young man stood in front of Chen Heng, looking at him as if he was examining him.
"Greetings, sir."
Chen Heng's expression was quite calm. Looking at the young man's attire, a look of respect appeared on his face as he asked, "How may I be of service?"
The young man in front of him was dressed in a beautiful red robe and had an exquisite short sword on him.
In the local area, only nobles could use red, and that exquisite dagger was obviously not something an ordinary family could have.
It was evident that this group of people were either rich or noble, and most of them were nobles.
"My people and I want to catch a White Deer in the mountains."
The young man seemed quite pleased with Chen Heng's tactfulness and respect, and he said, "As a reward, I will give you a large sum of money."
Hearing this, Chen Heng's eyes lit up.
"At your service."
His expression was respectful as he looked at the young man before him and spoke softly.
Soon, Chen Heng brought the young man and his two followers into the mountain.
As he walked, Chen Heng thought about how to get rid of the young man.
Before this, he had already tried to get some information out of the young man in front of him. The young man in front of him did not seem to be very wary of him, so he quickly found out some information.
The youth was called Krondo, and he was the son of a local Knight.
The reason why he came here this time was to celebrate his mother's birthday, so he needed some special gifts.
A child of a Knight would most likely have the existence of a Knight's cultivation method. Even if they didn't, they would at least know some basics.
On the way, Chen Heng had already tested him.
Even though Sorondo's father was a Knight, he did not seem to be very powerful. After walking for just a short while, he was already panting. From the looks of it, it was hard to believe that he was very powerful.
If they fought, Chen Heng was confident that he would be able to deal with them quickly.
However …
Chen Heng looked at Sorondo's two retainers and gave up on this thought.
Sorondo's strength was quite ordinary, but the two guards by his side were not ordinary at all.
He might not be able to deal with them by himself.
Moreover, looking at Sorondo's constitution, it did not seem like he had undergone much Knight training, so he most likely did not know how to use the Knight Breathing Technique.
After thinking about it, Chen Heng gave up on the idea of using underhanded means.
On the way, he had a respectful expression as he told Sorondo about what had happened in this forest. From time to time, Sorondo would loudly laugh, and it seemed that he greatly admired Chen Heng.
As for the White Deer, Chen Heng quickly found it.
After staying there for five years, the forest was like his own home to him, and he knew exactly what was there.
In just a few days, Sorondo obtained what he wanted.
Before leaving, Sorondo did as he had promised and threw the bag filled with gold coins in front of Chen Heng.
However, Chen Heng shook his head and refused.
"Why are you refusing?"
Sorondo felt quite confused, "Do you think I gave too little?"
"No, sir, you gave me too much."
Chen Heng deeply sighed, "Mr. Sorondo, you are the noblest and most honorable person I have ever met. To be able to meet and get to know someone like you is my honor; how could I ask for more?"
Sorondo felt quite startled. No matter how thick-skinned he was, he still felt quite embarrassed.
Normally, he was just the son of a Knight, and even though his status was better than that of a commoner, it was not much higher. When had he ever been praised like this?
This was especially so when the person praising him was not an ordinary person but an extremely skilled and powerful hunter.
"You … you're too kind …"
His face became red, and just as he was thinking about how to respond, he heard Chen Heng speak again.
"If you don't mind, I am willing to be your most loyal follower and be your blade."
In front of him, Chen Heng knelt down on one knee and said sincerely, "A noble person like you is my role model.
Please allow me to pledge my loyalty to you and help you clear away the obstacles in front of you. "
"This …"
Sorondo stared for a moment before feeling greatly shocked, "You want to follow me?"
In this world, following and pledging loyalty was not just for show.
Once one chose to pledge loyalty, they would not be able to betray the other for the rest of their lives, or else they would be ostracized by everyone.
Of course, following and pledging loyalty was the rule of the noble circle. For a commoner like Chen Heng, under normal circumstances, he did not have the right to follow a noble at all.
However, despite this, things were different now. In times of war, any warrior who could draw a sword would be welcomed.
Moreover, Sorondo was not a true noble.
He was just the son of a Knight.
As such, Chen Heng's sudden pledge of loyalty was quite tempting to him.
He looked at Chen Heng's tall and sturdy body and thought back to how ferocious Chen Heng had been when he had dealt with the beasts, and he could not help but nod.
Just like that, Chen Heng became Sorondo's follower.
Following Sorondo, Chen Heng left his village and headed to Sorondo's father's territory.
He did not have to worry about this.
His mother had passed away in an accident a long time ago. As for his father, he had also passed away two years ago due to a bout of influenza.
Now that he was alone, he did not have much to worry about.
Sorondo's father welcomed Chen Heng's arrival.
Now that there was a shortage of soldiers everywhere, the more valiant-looking warriors like Chen Heng, the better.
This was especially so after Chen Heng showed that he was not inferior to his soldiers at all, which made him feel even more delighted.
A knight's territory wasn't obtained for free. He also needed to raise guards and followers to defend his territory and send troops to respond to his lord's call when needed.
True warriors were not easy to nurture, and the more valiant warriors like Chen Heng, the better.
Just like that, Chen Heng joined Sorondo's father's territory.
Time gradually passed, and soon, another five years had passed.
One night, Sorondo called Chen Heng to his house.
"Sorondo, my brother."
Compared to five years ago, Sorondo still looked young, but he seemed much more mature.
Over the past five years, while Chen Heng had worked for Sorondo's father, he had not given up on keeping in touch with Sorondo. The two of them had maintained a good relationship.
It was not the first or second time that they had secretly talked in the middle of the night.
But this time, it was different from the past.
Within a spacious room, Sorondo sat there by himself, his expression flickering as he asked, "Can I trust you?"
"Of course, sir."
Chen Heng did not hesitate and knelt on one knee as he said decisively, "As long as you give the order, I will do anything for you."
Seeing Chen Heng's unhesitant attitude, Sorondo inwardly let out a sigh of relief. After hesitating for a moment, he said, "I have something that I need you to help me with.
"My father is about to die …"
After hesitating for a moment, he said this.
"What?"
Chen Heng stared for a moment, feeling quite surprised.
Sorondo's father, Knight Sicily, was a true Knight.
According to this world's standards, Knight Sicily had received a good Knight education and had Knight talent. He was a Knight who had awakened Life Energy.
Some time ago, Chen Heng had seen Knight Sicily. He had returned from an expedition and looked incredibly mighty.
He did not look like he was about to die at all.
Seeming to see through Chen Heng's confusion, Sorondo sighed and continued, "Using Life Energy will cause one's body to have many problems, and one's lifespan will be greatly shortened.
"My father, he …"
Speaking to there, he once again sighed and did not continue.
Chen Heng immediately understood what he meant.
According to his investigations over the years, these so-called Knights used something called Life Energy.
Using Life Energy would make Knights incredibly powerful, but it would also cause them to suffer injuries and greatly shorten their lifespan.
This was most likely the case for Sorondo's father, Knight Sicily.
"According to what I know, my father only has two years left to live …"
Sorondo sighed as his expression became incredibly gloomy, "After that, Charlie will inherit the Sicily Territory and become this generation's ruler …"
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