Chapter 152: Royal Bloodline

Chapter 152: Chapter 152: Royal Bloodline

Within the Sea Elf race, even those of the same kind are divided by bloodline.

The most common Sea Elves have ordinary bloodlines. However, above the ordinary bloodline exists the far nobler royal bloodline.

According to Sea Elf legend, when an ancient and mysterious ocean creature died, its heart’s blood transformed into the very first Sea Elf. This original Sea Elf carried the oldest and purest of all Sea Elf bloodlines.

Later, as they continued to reproduce and multiply, the Sea Elves split into the Blue-striped Sea Elves and the Purple-striped Sea Elves. At the same time, the royal bloodline was diluted, and more and more Sea Elves became common.

But because their population is large and they reproduce prolifically, new life with concentrated royal bloodlines is always being born.

These Sea Elves with concentrated royal bloodlines have greater talent for cultivation, a more sensitive perception of the ocean’s Water Elements, and also possess a variety of magical abilities.

And the self-healing ability this Sea Elf Maiden was displaying was one of the most common powers found among those with royal blood.

Vili raised an eyebrow. ’If I’m right, this Sea Elf Maiden’s background must be extraordinary.’

Sea Elves are social Extraordinary Creatures. Although they don’t have a unified kingdom, they have their own undersea tribes.

These young Sea Elves with royal bloodlines would surely hold high status within their tribes.

If a common Sea Elf went missing from a tribe, it might not attract much attention. But if a descendant with a royal bloodline was lost, it would be a huge problem. They would most likely continue searching for her.

"Ssss..."

The thought alone gave Vili a headache.

’I can’t believe this uninvited guest is actually someone of status among the Sea Elves. This puts me in a very awkward position.’

If he kept her imprisoned here, using his Power of Justice to suppress her malicious energy, her tribespeople could follow some clue and track her to this very place.

That was an entire Extraordinary race. Although most Sea Elves were weaker than Bronze Level Magical Beasts, there were also experts like this maiden, whose strength was on par with the Peak Bronze Level. There were even chieftains of large tribes who had reached Silver Level strength—a Realm comparable to a Grand Knight.

With his current strength as a Peak Middle Knight, the peak power of a One-Engraving Hanged Man, and the top-tier combat experience of his rank granted by his Title Attribute Panel, Vili could basically hold his own against a Senior Knight. But even so, if he attracted a Silver Level Sea Elf, he would likely suffer a devastating loss.

But letting the Sea Elf Maiden go was even more unrealistic.

Not only might she hold a grudge and continue to seek revenge on White Bear Town, but she could even bring her tribe’s elders back for vengeance.

That path was simply not an option.

’Don’t tell me I have to...’

A murderous glint flashed in Vili’s eyes, but it vanished just as quickly.

He was reluctant to simply kill a Sea Elf he had gone to such lengths to acquire.

For a moment, Vili was lost in thought.

’At least I don’t have to rush into it right now.’

Vili formed a preliminary plan. He had to wait for the Sea Elf Maiden to wake up, then figure out her identity and her reasons for coming to the Human World.

The language barrier was no issue; after all, he had a Silent in his service.

A Silent, with their ability to perceive natural changes and communicate with various races, would make the best possible translator.

If he could confirm that the Sea Elf Maiden posed no threat, he could spare her life for the time being.

But if she posed a potential danger to White Bear Town, then Vili would have no choice but to be ruthless.

"Wally, keep a close eye on her."

Vili said to the small white bear.

Based on the Sea Elf Maiden’s current injuries, it would probably take three to five days for her to wake up.

As the Baron Lord of White Bear Town, he had official duties to attend to after daybreak and definitely couldn’t keep watch over this guest from the deep himself.

"Remember, you need to see her as a person, not a fish. Understand?"

Vili warned Wally, his expression stern.

Right now, the Sea Elf Maiden’s malicious Extraordinary Power was suppressed by his Power of Justice, so she wouldn’t be able to recover her strength for at least five days.

In this condition, she was completely powerless against Wally.

Wally let out a soft grunt, showing that he understood.

"Then I’ll leave her to you."

Vili patted Wally’s head.

As long as Wally guarded this bathroom, no one should be able to get in.

After giving Wally a couple more instructions, Vili left the bathroom and returned to his room to rest.

Wally, for his part, lay down on the bathroom floor and closed his eyes.

...

「The next morning.」

「In the dining hall.」

"Good morning, Vili."

Vilia yawned, walking down from her upstairs room with sleepy eyes, dressed in a set of pink pajamas.

"Good morning, Vilia."

Vili was already sitting at the dining table, waiting to have breakfast with Vilia.

Currently, besides the Guards and servants, only he and Vilia were left in the Baron’s Manor.

Yadon, Colson, and Laudon and his son had long been settled into other residences. As for Lake and Mrs. Shaven, they had returned to Fandou Village two days ago. It was once again time to plant the Beans, and Lake felt an itch to go back. He couldn’t resist returning for a look, as that was the place where his life first began to change. Seeing this, Mrs. Shaven had gone back to Fandou Village with him.

As for his older brother Sopps, Vili didn’t know whether to laugh or cry whenever he thought of him. Sopps was a complete workaholic who basically stayed at the Personal Guard Bureau from morning till night, often even sleeping there.

"I think you’d better get changed. If Mother were home, you’d definitely get a fierce scolding."

Vili said to Vilia, then motioned to a nearby servant, signaling that breakfast could be served.

"No, it’s precisely because Mother isn’t home that I can finally relax a little."

As she spoke, Vilia stretched languidly, a satisfied smile on her face.

Ever since they arrived in White Bear Town, Mrs. Shaven’s expectations for Vilia had risen to another level.

As the Baron’s sister, Mrs. Shaven believed Vilia had to cultivate the etiquette of a noble young lady.

To this end, Mrs. Shaven—who wasn’t very familiar with noble etiquette herself—had specially hired an etiquette tutor. She forced the whole family to learn noble customs together, and Vilia was the one who received the most focused attention.

Because of this, Vilia would get a headache just from seeing Mrs. Shaven.

Having to be so prim and proper every day made Vilia, who was used to being free, feel very uncomfortable.

So with Mrs. Shaven gone and no one to discipline her, she finally had a rare chance to relax.