Archmage was absent-minded.
Kenneth was still thinking about how to get the young man to drink as much as possible. However, the Guard Captain realized that he was overthinking when the wine was served.
Rob's reflexes were limitless. He had no idea what he was doing. When he saw Kenneth pick up the lemonade, he subconsciously picked up the red branding iron in front of him.
The moment he took a sip, the burning sensation in his stomach almost made the young man jump out of his seat. However, the violent stimulation made him come back to his senses.
"Red branding iron? Brother Kenneth, I didn't know you like this kind of liquor. Eh, wait, is that lemonade you're drinking? "
"No, the liquor I'm drinking just looks like lemonade." The Guard Captain lied without batting an eyelid. "Don't mind the details. What about you? Do you feel better after drinking?"
Archmage was stunned. He lowered his head and tried to recall the taste. "Erm, a little."
The spiciness of the red branding iron was like a ball of fire in the winter. It restored some of his numb senses. However, the side effect made him feel the sadness in his heart more clearly. Archmage began to realize that the sadness was because of Lolo's departure.
"Is there anything you want to talk about with the others about your illness? It just so happens that I'm free tonight. "Kenneth dutifully played the role of a caring brother.
"It's nothing. I've already guessed it. There shouldn't be anything wrong with my body." Rob smiled bitterly. "It's just that a friend left. I'm sad. I've made you worry, Brother Kenneth."
Once he realized the problem, the future Supreme Magister Your Honor calmed down. At least, he was no longer at a loss.
"Friend?" The Guard Captain caught the key point in Roland's words. He paused and asked, "Is it Lolo?"
Archmage nodded.
A hint of worry appeared between Kenneth's brows. "Can you tell me exactly how you feel about him?"
"Huh? Is there a need for that? She has already left. " Rob poured himself another glass of Red Soldering Iron. The young man realized that the Guard Captain's words seemed to make sense. At least after a few glasses of wine, he felt less depressed.
No wonder almost all adventurers liked to drink. Was it because there were too many sad things in this world?
Archmage's personality was relatively cheerful. Rob did not know if he would still let the girl leave quietly if he was given another chance. However, since she had already left, the only thing the young man could do was to wish her well from afar. Then, he would try his best to pull himself together and walk out of this little valley in his life.
His mother had told him not to worry about things that couldn't be changed.
Kenneth was still worried about the young man's sexual orientation. The Guard Captain put his arm around the young scholar's shoulder and said, "Come on, say it. It will make you feel better."
"Uh, maybe it's because we've been spending a lot of time together recently, so I'm not used to suddenly separating."
"What about the others in the team? Did you feel the same when you separated from them?"
The Guard Captain's question stunned Archmage. Yeah, why didn't he feel the same when he separated from the others? There was no need to mention the beautiful blond man. When he said goodbye to Hansen, Edward, and the others, although his heart was also reluctant, his emotions were very stable from beginning to end.
If these people were said to be because they were not familiar with each other, then Kenneth was someone Rob had played with since childhood. He had even been Mr. Knight's follower for a period of time. This time, it was a reunion with Kenneth after a long time. However, when he thought that he would be leaving Ryan in two days, Rob did not feel as disappointed as he did now.
Archmage vaguely sensed something, but he did not dare to think further.
"Compared to the others, that guy is too kind. It's not very safe to wander around alone." Rob reluctantly found an excuse for the worry in his heart.
"So what? Are you going to protect him for the rest of his life?" Kenneth did not take it seriously. "Although you were his follower, the debt between the two of you has been cleared. You have no responsibility or obligation to protect him anymore. By the way, I have a distant cousin who is just 15 years old this year. She is beautiful, generous, and has a very gentle temper. Since young, she has been determined to become a priest to save the dying and heal the injured. She has many suitors in her village. How about it? If you are interested, I can arrange for the two of you to meet."
The future Supreme Magus Your Honor almost spat the wine in his mouth on the Guard Captain's face.
"Brother Kenneth, your change of topic is a little too sudden. How did you end up talking about your distant cousin? I appreciate your kindness, but you should leave such a good opportunity to others. I will also be leaving Ryan in two days."
"Huh? You are leaving too? Where? Why? "
"I haven't decided where to go yet. Anyway, I'm going to walk around. As for the reason, I'm happy to see that Ryan is so prosperous now, but I still want to find a simple town and live a peaceful life."
"Is that so? That's a pity. I originally wanted to recommend you to Baron Oliver. Ryan is in need of people now. With your talent, you will probably be able to enter the upper echelons soon, but since your ambition is not there, then forget it."
The Guard Captain sounded a little regretful. Kenneth lamented, "Actually, I can understand your thoughts. Ryan is completely different from the past. Although outsiders call it the Town of Hope, many locals don't like such a change. After the underground city of the Endless Forest was discovered, many people sold their houses and chose to move to other villages. The rest of them are like me. Although I'm earning more money, sometimes when I think about it, my life isn't much better than before. But you're still young. You should give it your all when you have the chance."
The Guard Captain obviously misunderstood the reason why Archmage wanted to leave the town. Rob didn't explain further and nodded to indicate that he understood. He then raised his glass and said, "I wanted to say goodbye to you the day after tomorrow, Brother Kenneth. But since we've met today, let's do it today. Thank you, Brother Kenneth, for your help during this period. Take care of yourself in the future."
The Guard Captain waved his hand. "I've watched you grow up. You're like my younger brother. We're family. There's no need to help. If you're not used to the life outside, you can return to Ryan anytime. I can't guarantee other things, but I can help you find a job in City hall. Oh yes, don't you want to consider it? I have a cousin. Although she's not as pretty as the first one, she's still very cute. If you're interested, I can arrange for you to meet."
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