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

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

presence. Draped in robes of pitch black, trimmed with threads of gold. The black hair felt like it was

the fierceness of his strength and the

after getting exiled to the Demon Banner Army, finally returned to

the black sword hanging on his waist. Ardagan's bright red jade caused a glint on the inner side

Despite his thin stature, not a single of the strong men gathered in

fell over the room as the figure continued forward, his footsteps echoing on the marble

soft, rhythmic chiming of the jewels that adorned their attire. Not a single person could believe that this was the rumored

Luke Ardagan, but the reason for his popularity was that he was known to have the opposite personality of his

could expect that infamous person would stand here and take everyone's breath

was none other than the Fire Arbiter, the one who observed Anna's fight. She didn't know

Anna was good, but

as though he was his own child. 'This is something you deserve. Good job in facing all

expression. He was extraordinary, but he didn't know how he was compared to Anna. That was why she glanced at Anna, wondering what

extremely cold. It was as

his position, Noel solemnly fell on one knee, lowering

frowned. The Ardagan Family was truly resilient. He

nothing he could do. If he didn't adhere to the tradition, he would

his hand, signaling to

up the scroll and stated, "Noel Ardagan has served in the Demon Banner Army for three years. During his service, he completed one expedition,

Rune System, bringing glory to the Muivell

Academy in my territory so that our country

stole the rune system from Noel, but

Noel wasn't that oblivious to

couldn't help but glance at the king,

hand. Since there was nothing they

a moment. "There are eight people who recommend him to become

the rank of Earl as well as the territory of Lounstein. I hope that Earl Noel Ardagan