Chapter 146 Follow your Hear (2/2)

”… I will consider.”

In the end, facing Marlene's persistence, Rhode eventually nodded his head.

”Hu…”

After returning to her room, Marlene leaned onto the door as she let out a long sigh. She placed her hand on her chest and felt her heart pumping really fast.

As a smart woman, Marlene was well aware that she was behaving a little unreasonably since she knew Rhode meant well for her. But for some unknown reason, when she witnessed Lize's and Anne's excited expressions when they were discussing their future-deciding contract, she felt a little upset. The feeling of being outcasted made her feel uncomfortable.

Being outcasted wasn't anything unfamiliar to her though. Even more so as she was the successor of an influential family, and as a genius mage. Other people whose status, wealth and titles that weren't as good as her, hid from her. Those people whose talent and abilities that weren't as good as her, outcasted her. But these matters didn't affect Marlene. She didn't feel outcasted. Rather, she felt that this proved that she had succeeded.

However, when she joined the Starlight mercenary group, Marlene's thoughts regarding this matter slowly eroded away.

She got along well with everyone here. Lize, Anne, and the others. Although she didn't regard the other mercenaries as friends, they bonded better than her classmates in elite schools. The mercenaries weren't too bothered about her family and identity. They treated her well purely due to her abilities which made Marlene feel satisfied. She felt that her decision to join the Starlight mercenary group was the best decision ever.

Nevertheless, she could understand Rhode's reasons for not giving her a contract, but even so, she still hoped that she could be treated the same as the rest. Marlene clearly understood that human relationships were built on common interactions. Now that she was comfortable here, naturally, she didn't hope to leave.

But Marlene clearly knew that these were all excuses.

And her main reason was…

Marlene quickly shook her head and threw those annoying thoughts to the back of her mind. She then took in a deep breath and calmed down. Later, the maiden took out a badge from her pocket and placed it on the table. She softly chanted a verse after closing her eyes.

The mosaic gem on the badge started shining, then, it released a gentle light which formed an illusionary human silhouette resembling a man of his fifties. He stood upright and swept all his hair back with a comb. A trimmed black robe revealed the man's tall and huge body. His hand held a white staff, gazing sternly at the maiden directly in front of him.

At the same time, a deep majestic voice sounded.

”It's been a while, my child.”

”Yes, long time no see, Dad. You still look great as always.”

Marlene lifted the hem of her skirt lightly and bowed towards the man.

”You too, my child. I'm glad to see you full of energy.”

The man revealed a slightly warm smile. Although the smile was not obvious, Marlene could feel the care and warmth from within.

”I heard from Mr. Sereck that you've joined a pretty interesting mercenary group. So now that you've contacted me, is there any matter?”

”You're right, Dad.”

Marlene cleared her throat with a slight cough and proudly said.

”The reason why I contacted you was that I have two matters to report to you.”

”Oh? What about them?”

”The first matter. Regarding my current progress, Dad, I can confidently say that I have breakthrough the middle circle's 6th layer and almost reaching the 5th.”

”Oh?!”

The man's expression revealed a shocking and happy expression.

”So quick? Seems like you're doing well my child. But you have to remember to be humble in the path of magic. Although you've improved considerably in such a short time, you must remember not to be arrogant or rash. Building the solid foundation is also important.”

”Yes, Dad. I will remember it in my heart.”

Marlene bowed deeply. She was already conditioned to her father's advice. In the beginning, she felt that he was being naggy, but as she matured, she understood that this was just an act of love.

”So then, what's the second matter? You have given me good news so far, let's hope the next one wouldn't disappoint.”

”No, it's nothing like that, Dad. I think you'll be very excited about the second matter.”

Marlene lifted her head with a little flush across her face, but in between her brows were strong emotions that couldn't be spoken.

”I can confidently say that I have already found the destined King of my life. The knight that our Senia Family have always been waiting for!”