System vs Rebirth

"Heh, it seems that someone finally knows how to come back." Stella smirked. Even though her words were sharp, her tone was that of teasing.

"Ahaha…" Noel rubbed his cheek embarrassedly. It wasn't that he forgot about them. He simply had a lot of things to do in order to protect himself.

"We've heard about it. It seems that you are going to become an Earl." Ben waved his hands. After talking to Rose, he had grown used to this problem. At the same time, their bond with Rose was far longer than Noel's, so Noel leaving might be sad, but it wasn't unbearable.

"Yes. I believe everything has been set up perfectly, so I should receive that title."

"Isn't it amazing? A captain usually only gets the Count Position. But you get one rank higher…" Zion nodded in approval.

"Well, we might not be able to talk to you casually anymore." Stella looked sad even though she just loved to tease him.

"You don't have to be formal with me." Noel chuckled. "Though, this might be the last time I can see all of you like this."

Paul patted Noel's shoulder. "We're aware of your situation, and your life as an Earl would become even more dangerous, so please be careful. We'll be fine over here."

"Thank you. Sorry that I didn't talk to you about my plan. I couldn't afford to have a lot of people know about this plan, or the Royal Family would notice and prepare another plan against it."

"It's fine. Just take care of Rose for us."

"Of course."

Surprisingly, there weren't a lot of things to talk about. There were some parting words, but they felt it wasn't really a parting.

Noel had even emphasized that he might need their strength sooner or later. So, they would meet each other from time to time.

Rose had explained everything to them, so the squad fully understood Noel's situation and plan.

"Still, I'm quite curious about what happened to you in this one year. It seems that you have become a Spirit Grandmaster." Paul looked at Noel up and down, examining his strength.

"Yeah. I became one not long ago." Noel nodded with a serious expression. "I can finally understand why the Spirit Grandmaster becomes the biggest transition stage."

that Noel could defeat Peak Level Demons easily when he was a Spirit Master. So, there was no doubt that Noel could challenge a Superior

but say playfully, "That's right. Paul

and hurriedly explained, "What are you saying? I

Paul with a few nods as

Noel chuckled. "Hahaha."

this whole year?" Rose asked. As his vassal, she was curious

think I can briefly tell you about my story. If you don't mind, that is…" Noel calculated the time and agreed

and picked up a chair for Noel, saying, "Here you

speechless, but the others only laughed

ventured deep into the Demon Territory. It was a thrilling experience where

same time, they were surprised to know that Anna was there with him alongside the Greenwood Kingdom. It was a combination no one

showed them what he had

bodies. On the other hand, the time wasn't appropriate. It would be better for his students to do it since it would increase their experience and knowledge about

Noel was chased by two Devil Saints and felt sorry that

the second prince extorted Noel just for

an earl or how he chose his territory. After all, the Royal Family might realize

rest of the team. This time, he was accompanied by Rose as they were about to head

Paul, and the rest of the zero squad stood in front

…

Capital City.

in the Muivell Kingdom's history, the city was shaken

the information about the youngest and strongest Captain whose achievement was beyond

far from Anna. More importantly, Noel had two spirits, unlike

said that in terms of speed, it was a

they had witnessed Anna's undeniable strength and defeated an Arbiter that had reigned for a few

they were shocked when they heard Noel's achievement. As the founder of Rune System as well as killing a Devil Saint, no one could say anything that he was given

they heard was that Noel was given the Earl Title, surpassing his father in one

to the people while remaining the richest. On the

defeat the Royal Family. They spread the rumors about Noel's strength, causing their decision to look

become a tyrant and cause instability in the kingdom. Hence, the Royal Family rewarded him or, more like, exiled him to the