30: End Of The First Mission

Chapter 30: End of The First Mission

**A Few Days Later:**

The bustling courtyard of the village was alive with the preparations for the next mission. Division 7 and 10 of the knights were gathered, organizing themselves for the tasks ahead. Captain Elara and Captain Alistair were engaged in discussions with the villagers, ensuring their readiness and addressing any concerns they might have.

**Meeting Scenes:**

**Captain Alistair:** The kingdom will be sending around ten knights to teach the villagers how to fight. So, don't worry about anything.

**New Village Chief:** Thank you.

**Captain Elara:** I hope you become a great chief. Everyone in the village voted for you.

**New Village Chief:** I will do my best to live up to your expectations.

Amidst the preparations, Lux and Synoh found themselves standing together.

**Synoh:** (grinning) Looks like we're going to be separated this time. Hope you'll hold up well.

**Lux:** (raising an eyebrow) What, you're making it sound like I'm about to meet my demise soon.

**Synoh:** (laughs) Nah, I'm just a bit worried about you, that's all.

**Lux:** (smirks) Sure, sure.

Before Synoh could respond, Vice Captain Ursa, a seasoned knight with a teasing demeanor, intervened.

**Ursa:** Don't worry, Synoh. I'll keep an eye on your brother here.

**Lux:** (playfully annoyed) Please don't pat my head, and why do you guys always treat me like a kid? And you're not even in my division.

**Ursa:** (grins) Because you're younger than me, and Synoh here seems more mature than you.

**Synoh:** (chuckles) Hey now, don't put it like that.

**Lux:** (exasperated) Damn it, I'm a noble, you know.

The banter drew laughter from the surrounding knights, breaking the tension and fostering a sense of camaraderie among them.

**Everyone:** (laughing)

Back to the Conversation...

**Synoh:** Hey Ursa, what do you mean by keeping an eye on Lux?

**Ursa:** Actually, Synoh, I already talked with Captain Elara about this. Division 7's mission is in my hometown. I wanted to see my family. I'm also...

Synoh interrupted, understanding Ursa's sentiment.

**Synoh:** It's okay, I understand. You already spoke with Captain Alistair, right?

**Ursa:** Yeah, and she's okay with it. So when I'm gone, I trust you to take care of our division and Captain Elara.

**Synoh:** Understood.

Vice Captain Jack then approached Lux with a serious yet reassuring expression.

**Jack:** Lux, I wanted to let you know that Vice Captain Ursa will be joining Division 7 temporarily for this mission. It'll help us communicate more effectively with the villagers.

Lux's eyes widened in surprise.

**Lux:** Wait, Ursa? With us in Division 7?

**Jack:** Yes, Lux. It'll make coordinating with the villagers smoother.

Lux nodded slowly, processing the information.

**Lux:** I see. Thanks for letting me know, Jack.

**Jack:** Of course. We'll make sure everything runs smoothly.

After Jack moved on to attend to other matters, Synoh turned to Lux with a thoughtful expression.

**Synoh:** Lux, it looks like the father of the girl you saved has become the new village chief.

**Lux:** Oh, you mean Gryet? That's great to hear.

**Synoh:** Oh, so you guys are already close, huh? (laughs)

**Lux:** It's because he's been talking to me a lot these past few days.

**Synoh:** Oh, I see.

**Lux:** (playfully annoyed) What exactly do you see?

Their conversation was cut short as Captain Elara called for their attention, signaling the beginning of their mission preparations.