285: Chapter 285 Aurora's Parents Arrive! The Dragonborn Scholar Makes a Visit!

After handling a few more matters, Rowan prepared to leave his study and return to his bedroom.

Tonight, it should be Helena's turn.

Just then, a light sound of footsteps came from outside the door, followed by a maid's announcement:

"My Lord, Miss Aurora has arrived."

Rowan was slightly taken aback, then raised an eyebrow with a smile on his lips and said:

"Please show her in."

A moment later, the study door was gently pushed open, and Aurora's figure appeared in the doorway.

Seeing Rowan sitting behind the desk looking at her with a smile, she walked in quickly.

"My Lord." Aurora walked to the desk, fell silent for a moment, and then said:

"My father and mother... they have arrived. They wish to meet with you."

"Er..."

Upon hearing this, Rowan immediately scratched his head.

He knew that Aurora came from a prestigious wizard family in Ascalon. In other words, her parents were highly likely to be high-ranking powerhouses.

In that case, some things could not be hidden.

He glanced at Aurora's lower abdomen.

It was not that he did not want to meet Aurora's parents.

It was just that... the last time a scene like this happened was when Sylvia's father came knocking.

That situation was not exactly pleasant...

Watching Rowan in this rare state of embarrassment, Aurora couldn't help but purse her lips and chuckle, before adding:

"There is also a Dragon-Kin scholar. She said she is here representing that legendary dragon deep in the Mess Mountains, and hopes to discuss some matters with you, My Lord."

"What?" Hearing Aurora's addition and seeing her sly little expression, Rowan immediately realized he had been teased by her a little, and that the latter matter was likely the main purpose of this visit.

Thus, he pulled Aurora directly into his arms and punished her severely, before saying with some thought:

"An envoy from that legendary dragon deep in the Mess Mountains? What does she intend to discuss?"

Aurora straightened her collar and sat up straight in Rowan's arms, becoming serious as well:

"I asked briefly, and it seems to be about cooperation."

"That Dragon-Kin scholar seems to know something, mentioning that there might be even greater upheavals in the North in the future, and hopes to form an alliance with you during the coming events."

"But for more specific details, that Lady Grace said she hopes to speak with you in person."

After listening, a flash of doubt crossed Rowan's eyes.

Greater upheavals in the future?

That legendary dragon was already at the legendary level, yet still deemed it necessary to form an alliance with him.

Then the other party must also know that he is now an Red Moon Proxy, possessing combat power comparable to a legendary being in the Northern lands.

But even a legendary powerhouse needs to form an alliance?

Does this mean that the upcoming upheavals might be something that even legendary-level existences cannot easily handle?

After pondering for a moment, he nodded and said:

"Alright then, bring her to see me tomorrow."

"Yes, My Lord."

Aurora agreed, glanced at Rowan again, and seeing that he seemed to be deep in thought, she stood up, curtsied lightly, and turned to leave the study.

...

The next day.

Golden Flame Castle, first-floor reception room.

The morning light streamed through the windows, spreading bright patches of light across the floor.

Inside the reception room, a pot of black tea had already been brewed on the table, and the curling fragrance of tea filled the air.

Rowan was dressed in dark casual attire, waiting for the guests to arrive.

A moment later, a mix of light and heavy footsteps came from outside.

The door to the reception room was gently pushed open, and Aurora walked in first.

She was not wearing her wizard robes today, but had changed into a light green dress.

She looked more vibrant than usual.

After entering, she nodded slightly to Rowan, then stepped aside to make way for the three guests behind her.

Walking at the very front was a man and a woman.

The man was of average build, and the woman looked five or six parts similar to Aurora in her features, gentle and dignified.

These must be Aurora's parents.

Rowan thought to himself.

At this moment, a woman who looked very young followed in behind them.

She was wearing a form-fitting, elegant dark blue scholar's robe, and her long, pale silver hair was loosely tied into a ponytail at the back of her head.

What was most striking were her eyes.

They were a pair of vertical pupils shimmering with a faint golden light.

This must be the Dragon-Kin scholar Aurora mentioned last night, Lady Grace.

Rowan's gaze swept over the three guests without a trace, while habitually casting an Inspection spell.

[95 Points]!

[95 Points]!

Both were 95 points!

That is to say, both of these ladies were highly likely to be seventh-order powerhouses.

Plus Aurora's father, and counting himself, there were four seventh-order powerhouses here!

He couldn't help but feel a slight sense of awe—

The fact that Ascalon had been able to maintain its independence among the three major forces really showed that it had some substance.

And this was just one top-tier family in Ascalon, yet it possessed at least two seventh-order powerhouses.

Of course, judging by Aurora's age, her parents must have only come together after each had broken through to the seventh order.

This also explained why Aurora's talent was so outstanding. With parents who were both seventh-order powerhouses, the offspring's talent would naturally not be bad.

Just as Rowan was sizing up the three of them, Grace, Natalie, and Cliff were also sizing up this young Earl.

They each had their own different channels of information and naturally knew that this young Earl, who looked to be in his early twenties, had already become an Red Moon Proxy!

In this land of the North, he possessed strength comparable to a legendary powerhouse!

This was also one of the most important purposes of their visit.

"My Lord, sorry to keep you waiting."

At this moment, Aurora spoke.

Her voice was crisp and clear, and she turned slightly to the side:

"This is my father, Cliff Winfield. This is my mother, Natalie Winfield. And this..."

She paused slightly, her gaze turning to the young woman who had entered last:

"is Lady Grace, a Dragon-Kin scholar from the Fog-Realm Corridor Academy in the Ancient Abyss Mediterranean region."

"Please, everyone, have a seat."

After hearing Aurora's introduction, Rowan smiled slightly, stood up, and gestured with his hand.