Chapter 49: The Boy with Affinity for All Things

Chapter 49: Chapter 49: The Boy with Affinity for All Things

Thoughts swirling, Thor glanced again and eventually restrained the cold gleam in his eyes, looking back at Reine.

"Have the slaves been delivered?"

His words carried a hint of anticipation.

Compared to a simpleton, he was more interested in the boy with "Affinity for All Things" at this moment.

"They’ve been delivered!"

"And we’ve found the boy named ’Allen’. Do you need to meet him, sir?"

Reine nodded, then spoke respectfully.

"Let him in!"

Thor spoke after a brief pause, nodding in agreement.

Soon, a fifteen or sixteen-year-old boy with a pallor was brought in.

"Master!"

Feeling somewhat anxious, Allen looked at the noble youth in the room and quickly knelt down.

"Rise!"

Thor’s warm voice sounded as he looked at the boy.

"Allen, do you want to become a Free Person, even a Knight?"

Looking at the boy, Thor spoke gently.

His words startled the anxious Allen, who widened his eyes instantly and looked up at the noble lord before him.

"You... you’re serious?"

"Master, can I become a Free Person? Become a Knight?"

Allen spoke with trembling disbelief.

"Of course!"

"But it will require your effort!"

Thor nodded with a smile.

"Master, what do I need to do?"

Allen straightforwardly spoke, still bowing with a trembling voice.

"Work for me. I need a batch of unicorns cared for. If you do well, I can free you and even your parents, making you Free People. And if you do exceedingly well, like advancing the unicorns, I might even teach you the Knight’s Breathing Technique and have an Official Knight train you."

Thor spoke earnestly, gazing at the boy before him.

After acquiring the slaves, he had learned everything about the boy.

This batch of slaves included not only Allen but also his parents.

However, no one had discovered Allen’s gift of "Affinity for All Things".

"Master!"

Listening to Thor’s words, Allen’s body trembled, his eyes full of shock as he looked at Thor.

Thor’s words were simple, but Allen knew the master before him had surely discovered his secret.

A secret not even known to his parents.

He could make creatures advance.

This was unbelievable to him. He didn’t know how the master knew.

Nor was he clear on what the master intended.

His heart grew increasingly anxious.

"Rest assured, on this vast continent, there are always beings blessed by the Goddess of Life. You are not unique; simply do your part and I will keep my promise."

Thor seemingly noticed his anxiety, chuckled lightly, then spoke seriously again.

"It is my honor to serve you!"

"My Master!"

Hearing Thor’s serious words, Allen’s anxious heart somewhat calmed, and he quickly bowed once more, speaking with unprecedented respect.

"Rise!"

"Do well, follow me, and you will have a future like an eagle."

Thor nodded with a smile.

"Yes, my Master!"

Allen hurriedly stood up, his eyes now full of anticipation.

The previous anxiety and nervousness disappeared at this moment.

This secret had always been hidden in his heart, not daring to reveal it in the slightest.

Fearing complications that would bring great disaster.

Finally expressing it now, his inner pressure suddenly diminished.

For Thor, having him wholeheartedly work for him was essential.

After all, if the boy concealed this power, it would be detrimental to his domain’s development; now was the best choice.

He could even start preparing to capture unicorns for breeding upon returning.

The unicorn leader has a chance of advancing to become a Tier Three Magical Beast, although it’s a slim chance. But with Allen, things are different.

Once the unicorn advances to a Tier Three Magical Beast, it would rival human Earth Knights in strength.

Then, if he could forge a contract, his domain and personal strength would greatly improve, truly having the ability to establish himself in the Northern Province.

As for his promise, it was not made lightly.

Within Eagle Ridge.

The Merit System is already gradually being perfected.

As long as Allen can earn enough merit, it won’t be too much of an issue.

Having secured Allen.

Thor then proceeded with the final preparations for departure.

There’s still some time before the wheat matures, naturally requiring a large amount of food.

And some materials need purchasing, such as the Magic Crystal Cannon and other supplies.

Most of these can be procured in Loren City.

Purchasing these items took roughly two days.

Until the third day.

The group finally left Loren City in a grand procession.

Three days passed, and the bustling Loren City began to fade.

Noblemen, Pioneer Knights, and Lords gradually departed Loren City.

The streets slowly became desolate.

Thor’s group set out grandly.

Compared to arriving swiftly, the return was undoubtedly much slower.

About nine days later.

The group returned to Eagle Ridge.

In the dozen days that passed, Eagle Ridge hadn’t changed much.

Everything continued in an orderly manner.

After settling five hundred peasant slaves.

Thor began addressing the ten days of governance, and deploying personnel to transport the Stone of Thunder to the iron ore site.

No joke — having acquired the main materials, the next step is crafting the Magic Crystal Cannon.

Not too many.

Both Eagle Ridge and the iron ore site need preparations.

To prevent any accidents.

Then, regardless of facing the Beastmen, Demon Beasts, or other Pioneer Lords, confidence will increase.

After handling these matters.

Thor’s gaze settled on the herd of unicorns.

Information has been relayed continuously. Previously, he hadn’t obtained them; the key reason being his inability to rear them.

Demon Beasts are not domesticated animals; breeding them is extremely challenging.

Trying to rear them without adequate ability would surely result in heavy losses.

But now, having secured Allen, none of these issues are a concern.

As for Kolon Emerson, there’s no hurry. He has time, and after developing further and enhancing his strength, there will be no need for that person to exist.

After all, the Northern Province is extremely chaotic, with frequent Beastmen incursions. The loss of a domain likely goes unnoticed.

His, Thor Dressrosa’s possessions.

Are not easily taken.