System vs Rebirth

In the heart of the royal palace, hidden behind towering stone walls was the grand throne. The person who sat on it was none other than the current king, Oliver De Lenfenth.

He looked down upon the people who had been standing on the two sides of the hall. Due to the tradition, there were a lot of nobles in the Muivell Kingdom.

They had gotten used to seeing someone becoming a noble after their service in the army. That was why this grand hall was usually desolate despite the occasion. All nobles had been invited, but those who came usually wanted to assess, befriend, or hinder the new noble.

Yet, today was like none other. The desolate grand hall was brimming with people. All were standing near the red carpet that led directly to the throne.

They had been invited, and surprisingly, most of the nobles in the kingdom decided to attend. After all, they had heard the name of the noble.

Noel Ardagan. This name had shaken the entire kingdom, not only with his achievement in rune but also his strength. It was undeniable that he would become a great figure in the future.

The anticipation among the gathered nobles was palpable. Their silk and satin garments rustled softly as they exchanged whispers.

Elegantly dressed women adorned in jewels whispered secrets behind delicate fans, while distinguished men adjusted the cuffs of their finely tailored coats.

Their intention was clear. To approach the new noble, the first impression was important.

"Are we really going to see that person?" asked one of the young women.

"That's possible. I wonder what kind of a hero he is."

"From the lazy noble to a grand hero, huh…"

The nobles brought their children, mostly young women for one big reason. Even Dimitri had mentioned it.

Despite his achievement, Noel had yet to have someone beside him. It would become a problem sooner or later. And those greedy nobles would definitely prey upon him.

As the minute passed, the anticipation mounted.

"Demon Hunting Squad's Captain Noel Ardagan is entering the hall!"

the announcement from the soldiers echoed inside the grand hall. All sounds ceased as though the grand hall was holding its

resonant creak, the bronze doors began to swing inward, revealing the person

of gold. The black hair felt like it was flowing down the robe and eventually reached the ground like a river of silk as he

of his strength and the deepness of his wisdom. The serene

who could do nothing but fear his death after getting exiled to the Demon Banner Army, finally returned to the court

black sword hanging on his waist. Ardagan's

Despite his thin stature, not a single of the

fell over the room as the figure continued forward,

chiming of the jewels that adorned their attire.

of his name in the past. He was the son of Luke Ardagan, but the reason for his popularity was that he was

who could expect that infamous person would stand here and

Noel Ardagan…" A person muttered in a low voice. He was one of the few people who could react. He was none other than the Fire Arbiter, the one who observed Anna's fight. She didn't know why, but he felt a sense of suppression when looking

couldn't help but smirk. Anna was good, but there was something different from Noel. And he could feel

staring at Noel as though he was his own child. 'This is something you deserve. Good

was why she glanced at Anna, wondering what kind of reaction she would make after knowing that the person who

her expression was extremely cold. It was as

one knee,

was truly resilient. He thought he had destroyed

could do. If he didn't adhere to the tradition, he

his hand, signaling to the

years. During his service, he completed one expedition, ruined the plan of the Supreme Devil Organization multiple times,

founder of the Rune System, bringing glory

shouted, "I serve the country. I shall create the Rune Academy in my territory so that our country can

had been waiting for. They were wondering how the Royal Family stole the rune system from Noel, but

Noel wasn't that oblivious to

couldn't help but glance at

hand. Since there was nothing

"There are eight people who recommend him to become a noble: Commander Oscar, Captain Shale, Captain Milfa, Captain Clara, Captain Septa, Water Lord Azel, Stone Lord Runth,

well as the territory of Lounstein. I