The Guardian's Return by Old Pumpkin

Arnold thought to himself, 'I've never met Ethan before, and I didn't even know that he met my instructor. It's probably because he didn't pick me.'

"Was I eliminated?"

Ethan nodded. "You're indeed talented, but you didn't meet my standards back then. Even now, you still haven't changed much."

Those words hit Arnold hard. He was a top-tier soldier who not only worked hard but was exceptionally talented. However, he still did not make an impression on Ethan. "That's a shame," he smiled bitterly.

Ethan did not continue the topic and asked, "So, what brings you here to see me?"

Arnold snapped out of his thoughts and explained his purpose. "I went on a mission outside the borders yesterday. The villagers there asked me to deliver a message: they'll always wait for you."

Ethan understood what happened. The people beyond the borders hoped that he would intervene and bring peace to them. Previously, Andy had also come to him for the same purpose.

Ethan said calmly, "I see. You may leave now."

Arnold frowned, confused by Ethan's calm reaction. He thought that Ethan would be shocked or taken aback. He asked, "What is your decision?”

Ethan glanced at him. "I've decided not to care."

the hopeful eyes of the villagers. "Those

Besides,

instantly silenced. He suddenly remembered that

and had to be locked away

help, I can introduce you to someone, Do you remember what said? Even now, you're

be my subordino,

than capable

Ethan in confusion. "Andy?"

forces, tortured, and then

Stephen after being rescued.

not know of Andy's current

to bring peace to the region outside the

was shocked.

borders, but now, he wanted to bring peace to the region? Arnold doubted

it's true or not," said Ethan. "I'll give you his contact number. If there's nothing else, you

want to continue the conversation anymore, but he still

a deep breathe).

are you