NOVPUB"Our family has been faithful followers of the Lady Goddess of Destiny for generations, and we firmly believe that she will bestow upon us protection and guidance. There’s no need for you to thank us, Miss Priest," said the Count Milford, leaning on his cane, to the group of clergymen.
As Hyperion was referred to as "Miss Priest," a newfound sense of duty welled up within her.
In her homeland, the Hutton Kingdom, very few elders of the aristocracy showed her such unconditional respect and honor.
Instead, as a stranger in a foreign land, she had experienced numerous demonstrations of extraordinary goodwill.
In a fleeting moment of silence, Count Milford was settled on an antique sheepskin chair, the curtains across the window behind him were drawn down, allowing the light from outside to faintly permeate through the dense, dark curtains, illuminating the room.
The light in the reception room was dim yet elusive, brightening the entire room without strain on the eyes, a copper table lamp stood erect on the carved table with images of good-luck fairies chasing each other debossed on its shade, seemingly in motion with the interplay of light and shadows.
"From today, Miss Priest, you will assume the identity of my late brother’s illegitimate daughter, Milian Milford, currently enrolled in Milford Magic Research Institute in our borderlands. After adjusting to your new identity for a week, you will transfer to the Protoss Royal Magic Academy as a third-year student. This identity has been supported by maids from our house for a long time. All your paperwork has already been completed, and you only need to take over from them," said Count Milford to Hyperion.
He knew that these three powerful sixth-order clergymen would reside in the Xi Bei Province for an extended period of time.
As a disciple of the Bingxue Witch, Hyperion would travel alone to Herram Imperial City, facing a significantly higher risk.
Once the Bingxue Witch’s request was received, he immediately prepared this identity for Hyperion with all affairs personally taken care of by him, even if the Nirvana Branch wanted to trace her ancestry within his territory, it would be impossible, Moreover, this identity gives a hidden involvement with their family’s secrets, providing reasonable justifications to carry out various measures on her.
However, as it currently stands, Xi Bei Province poses no threat to Hyperion, the real danger begins once she enters Herram Imperial City to carry out a series of core tasks.
"No problem."
Hyperion gave a nod of agreement.
Assuming the role of an Earl’s daughter would not be too challenging for her. Back in Aestheland Kingdom, she had learnt the etiquette of the Protoss Empire.
She was confident that she could quickly adapt and assume this identity prepared for her perfectly.
Count Milford thought for a moment and then slowly continued speaking,
"Also, my daughter, Michela Milford, who will now be your cousin by name, will accompany you to the imperial city of Herram. She is a first-year student and does not know your actual background, only that she has a sister like you and that I have intentions of finally acknowledging your existence in our family...She has been to the imperial city several times and is quite familiar with Herram. She should be able to help you a bit...Of course, I might have my own selfish motives, if you ever can’t return to the Xi Bei Province, please take her to a safe place."
Count Milford’s voice carried a hint of regret and a request.
No matter what, he would never abandon the land of Milford, where his ancestors lived. However, if one day, the Xi Bei Province becomes a battleground, he would hope that his daughter would not return.
He trusts the clerics of the Church of the Goddess of Destiny, they can protect his daughter.
"During your stay in Milford Province, you can treat me as your uncle. The Milford’s will give you all the help we possibly can," Count Nelson Milford assured Hyperion.
"I understand."
Hyperion replied.
This might be viewed as Count Milford entrusting his daughter to her. The impeding danger in the empire is apparent, as they are always on the brink of war.
Despite the Earl’s stern expression, his tone reassured her of his genuine kindness.
Having explained all the important matters,
Count Milford stood up and walked towards the window.
He gazed at the distant spire of the city-state, his expression complex.
"The most prominent building in the distance is the fortress of the Knights of Nirvana. They hold similar powers to the imperial army, controlling the intelligence and authority of several city-states...But as of now, as long as you don’t provoke them, there’s no need for undue tension," Count Milford turned to face Hyperion, addressing her with a serious tone.
"These days, you can get used to the lifestyle of the Protoss Empire in Milford province and relax a bit. You can go shopping with Michela, she’s been looking forward to meeting her sister I told her about."
"OK."
Hyperion understood what Count Milford meant.
A seemingly casual remark, but it was laden with deep meaning.
Hyperion was well prepared. Upon arriving in the Xi Bei Province, the first most dangerous round in hell was to evade the elite Nirvana branch and the Saint of Nirvana.
The henchmen under the Bishop of Nirvana are currently searching the Xi Bei Province intensively, not prepared to provide any margin to the enemy. This is the most formidable enemy she would need to avoid in the week before heading to Herram Imperial City.
According to the Bingxue Witch, the Saint of Nirvana is like a relentless spirit fox. Once he sets his sights on you, there’s almost no escape unless you defeat him!
Given Hyperion’s current strength, even with the aid of three sixth-order clergymen, they could almost not handle the Saint of Nirvana, let alone the fact that the home ground of Xi Bei Province belonged to the Nirvana Branch, hence there should not be any conflict.
Following Count Milford’s instructions, she only needs to perfectly play the role of the Earl’s daughter to deceive everyone perfectly.
"Don’t worry, I will always be in my best state and will not let the Saint of Nirvana target me," Hyperion replied, clenching her fists tightly despite the anxiety in her heart.
However.
"...."
Count Milford was slightly stunned.
He felt that the priestess seemed to have misunderstood him.
"I forgot to tell you... you are very lucky. For some reason, the Saint of Nirvana left two days ago, leading all the main forces of Xi Bei Province northward... so Milford Province is safe now," Count Milford explained clumsily.
"You just play and relax a little bit. Probably, Lady Goddess is blessing you," he said.
Perhaps because he does not laugh often, made Hyperion to believe that the atmosphere was grave, which led to a misunderstanding.
"Huh?"
Hyperion was stunned.
The Saint of Nirvana took the majority of his troops and left? She can even tour Milford Province for seven days? Wasn’t the trip to the empire supposed to be extremely dangerous? How did it turn out to be a cakewalk right at the beginning?
