He took a deep breath, and for a moment, he didn’t know how to answer. If he answered straightforwardly, it would seem too arrogant, because even he himself was unable to see the path from countless histories before. He never considered what he was doing now as something great, because rather than saving, it was more about making up for past regrets; Brand even felt that his starting point was somewhat selfish, hoping to preserve the beautiful things lost in the past, just like a child trying to make up for his mistakes—although it wasn’t his fault, Brand always had a sense of guilt.

Knowing too much, but capable of doing so little. The only answer he could give himself was to do his best to complete it.

Even the venture to Ambeser, where the princess, who labored for Erune in another history, was just beyond the fog, yet whether he could pass through the fog was still unknown. Brand tread carefully with every step, a caution known only to himself, but today someone affirmed to him:

’I believe you can help Erune out of the quagmire.’ 𝗳𝚛𝗲𝕖𝚠𝚎𝚋𝗻𝗼𝕧𝗲𝐥.𝚌𝚘𝐦

And this was not just any idle talker, but a wise old man, the master of Secret Silver Castle, Erune’s great scholar, one of the Silver People, Bujia, like a craftsman wizard standing among mortals on the clouds. Brand felt that the other was not bored to such a degree to be making a joke with him, especially not such a coincidental one.

Brand felt his mouth dry for a moment, but Turaman was not a prophet after all. While the old man might have seen some omen with his wise eyes, Brand felt it was better to remain modest. Merely denying it would make him seem lacking in confidence. He looked at the Great Priest Ande Fulei and finally nodded and replied:

"I believe any ambitious young person would have such thoughts about this decayed kingdom. Not just me, there are others fighting for this purpose as well. I too am only doing what I think is right, no more, no less."

"So your actions in Tonyger are also part of this answer?"

Brand nodded.

Wood lowered his eyes, walked to Brand’s side, indicating for him to kneel: "The northern Tuokui Lion-man are stirring, you know?"

Upon seeing Wood’s action, Brand realized he was about to undergo the Holy Temple Knight initiation ceremony, and for a moment, he couldn’t quite grasp the other’s intentions. Wood was known in the history of the Amber Sword as an iron-faced and impartial person, referred to as the ’steel-willed priest,’ though his reputation was mostly positive, adhering to the virtues of the Holy Temple. He was a truly respectable holy man. After a slight pause, Brand understood and quickly knelt on one knee, like a knight being knighted.

Although he didn’t particularly appreciate the formality of the ceremony, he understood it as a rare opportunity.

He nodded slightly and answered in a low voice, "I know something."

"The Holy Temple will not allow the chaos in Erune to last long." Wood placed his hand on Brand’s shoulder and recited: "In the name of the Flame King Gilte, his descendants are honored by this name, not out of smugness over the achievements of the ancestors, but for inheriting such character and virtue. Therefore, we vow that no matter how turbulent the earth becomes, his descendants will always uphold this inner belief."

"I vow—" Brand responded according to the rules. In his heart, he wasn’t particularly disturbed by the unrest of the Tuokui Lion-man, as it was a historical occurrence, like a nail driven into the board. Compared to that, the voice of the iron-faced high priest reciting the ancient vows sounded incredibly sacred, resonating even within Brand’s heart. Yes, these virtues were so precious in the dark ages, but the Vorn of today had abandoned them, with only a few still holding fast.

"Then, we require this young knight not to be swayed by any change in environment, nor to alter the vows he once made. In any circumstance, he should understand that some things in this world are eternally right and should not be forsaken or forgotten."

"I promise."

As the two replied to each other, the space inside the quiet room seemed to waver. Brand felt as if some connection was established, like a bridge descending from the sky, linking one end of reality to an unknown other end. The laws that maintained the foundation of the Amber Sword world resonated, and a vast force descended from the heavens into his body, as if he had gained some recognition. In that instant, he acquired the abilities of a Holy Temple Knight.

’System Prompt: Player has gained the new profession ’Holy Temple Knight.’

’System Prompt: Player has gained the new professional skill ’Conflict Aura.’

’System Prompt: Player has gained the new professional skill ’Flame Sun Blood.’

’System Prompt: Player has gained the new professional skill ’Thorny Crown.’

The blessing of a Great Priest proved extraordinary. Brand instantly received fifteen free professional levels in the Holy Temple Knight profession and acquired a native skill at both Level 5 and Level 15. ’Conflict Aura’ need not be introduced further, while ’Flame Sun Blood’ and ’Thorny Crown’ are also key skills for a Holy Temple Knight.

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