Chapter 200
The demolition and reconstruction of the Oakridge Club would take some time. Andre handed all the responsibilities to Lauren, leaving him free to enjoy a rare moment of leisure.
By the time he returned to Moonlit Sanctuary, evening had fallen. Under the warm glow of the fading sunset, Andrew removed his shirt and began practicing his puncites in the courtyard.
An elderly man sat at a stone table under an old tree, sipping tea with a smile. “Prince Andrew, your technique has become more fluid and natural. I’ve only seen such mastery in His Majesty himself!”
Andrew continued his practice without turning. Marvin, when did you get here?”
Marvin chuckled. “I just arrived a short while ago, I made myself some tea since you weren’t around. I must say, everything here is of the finest quality!”
Andrew faced the setting sun as his movements became more controlled yet powerful.” Marvin, I’m no longer a prince, so drop that title. Here in Jayrodale, we should just live our own lives quietly. I don’t want to hear anything about my father anymore.”
Marvin set down his teacup. “In public, I call you Mr. Lloyd for secrecy’s sake, but our master- servant relationship remains unchanged. You are the heir of the Lloyd royal family–my master. That’s undeniable.”
Andrew remained silent, his talm expression taking on a hint of coldness.
Marvin asked carefully, “Prince Andrew, after all these years, don’t you want to return to Chetvine to see them?”
“The person I am now has nothing to do with that royal family or the colossal shadow it casts.
Marvin’s old eyes reddened as he protested. “But Prince Andrew, the blood of the Lloyd family flows in your veins. No matter how much you deny it, that is an undeniable truth.”
He continued, “The black dragon tattoo on your chest represents this nation’s most powerful royal lineage. You might be able to stay hidden for a while, but it’s impossible to remain unnoticed forever.”
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Andrew’s fist cut through the air with a sharp crack. “I never intended to remain unknown forever. I’m just waiting until my power fully returns and the seals within me are broken. Then, I’ll make my way to Chetvine.”
Marvin clenched his teeth with emotion. “This is the prince I know–unmatched and unstoppable. ‘The Lloyd family heir was born for success and greater things‘–those were the
the ruler of Holtrien bestowed upon the Lloyd family when you were born! I’ve Torgotten much over the years, but those words are etched into my memory forever.”
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Andrew took a deep breath and stopped his practice. “Let’s not discuss Chetvine now. You
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must have other business with me?”
Marvin smiled. “I can’t hide anything from you. ve come to tell you that we’ve found a trace of the Celestial Nymphaea!”
Andrew’s eyes lit up with excitement. “Oh? Where is it?”
The Celestial Nymphaea was an extremely legendary herb believed to have vanished long ago.
Andrew had already managed to gather a few of the necessary components to break through the three martial seals within him and return to his peak power, and this herb would bring him one step closer to achieving that.
