The Unexpected Person

Translator: Cinder Translations

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Mond's worldview was slightly shaken, though only slightly. After all, the person in front of him was just a young nobleman from a remote region. If Paul's words had been spoken by Mond's mentor, the impact would have been much greater, and his worldview might have crumbled entirely.

"An innovative perspective," Mond remarked.

"I'll summarize your point—heroes are merely the executors of the people's will, and ultimately, it is the masses who decide the course of history."

Paul nodded. "Exactly. As expected from someone who came out of the Scholar's Tower."

Although Mond didn't completely agree in his heart, the young lord's view of history was indeed insightful.

"You should really come back with me to the Gabella Empire. In the Scholar's Tower, Earl, you could have much greater development opportunities—pardon my directness—but if you continue your research in history, you might even establish a new school of historiography."

Although Paul repeatedly emphasized that he was just repeating what others had said, Mond knew that, without naming anyone specifically, Paul was probably referring to someone else.

"Me? Haha, forget it."

Paul waved his hand with an embarrassed smile. "I can read all kinds of miscellaneous books in my spare time, but to seriously immerse myself in scholarly research? That would be the death of me."

Moreover, he had more important matters at home. Rather than looking back at the past, Paul preferred to look toward the future.

Mond stood up. "Well then, Earl, I'm sorry for taking up so much of your time. I'll take my leave now."

He felt it was time to end the conversation. He had accomplished what he came for, and Kevin's parents were still anxiously awaiting news of their son at home.

"Not at all. Talking with someone as knowledgeable as you has been a pleasure. You're welcome to come by again anytime."

Paul stood up to see his guest off, calling a guard over and giving him some instructions.

"Mr. Landon, this guard will take you to the prison to fetch the person. Don't forget to pay the bail."

"Haha, rest assured, Earl. Thank you once again for your kindness."

After exchanging a few more pleasantries, Mond followed the guard outside.

Just then, a voice called out from outside: "Paul, I've come up with a preliminary coding plan. Take a look."

The voice was melodious like silver bells, with a hint of pride and anticipation.

Mond immediately recognized who had arrived. Sure enough, in the next moment, the elegant figure of Miss "Betty" appeared in the doorway.

Then she froze.

So did Mond Landon, who was walking out and facing her directly.

Both of them wore expressions of disbelief.

"Your Hi—"

Mond was about to speak when—

"Ahem!" Eileen quickly interrupted him, a look of both surprise and delight flashing across her face. She hurriedly said, "I never expected to run into someone from my hometown here. How did you get here, Mond Landon, senior?"

"Betty D'Arshi?"

Mond murmured to himself, confused, but then noticed the signal she was giving him.

He immediately caught on, smiling and scratching the back of his head. "Oh, oh, I didn't expect to run into you here, Betty, junior. Haha, I'm here to pick up a child that my mentor has taken an interest in."

Paul, who had been puzzled by their earlier exchange, now understood. "You two know each other? What a coincidence. Oh, right, you're both from Gabella."

Mond Landon called Betty his junior, which meant this female scholar must have also come from the Scholar's Tower in Gabella's capital?

Whoa, turns out I have such an impressive person working for me? This is like a small-town business owner unknowingly hiring a top graduate from Tsinghua or Peking University.

Paul's gaze toward Eileen instantly changed. Previously, he had only seen her as a noble lady with some knowledge of linguistics. He had appointed her as acting education director mainly because there was no more suitable candidate.

"Yes, we know each other," Eileen explained proactively. "I studied at the Scholar's Tower and was fortunate enough to have the same mentor as Senior Mond."

Paul nodded. "I see. And now, the two of you…?"

He looked from Eileen to Mond.

Eileen composed herself, her face returning to the serious expression she had maintained for the past few days. "Business comes first. Let me report on the work to you first."

She then turned to Mond. "Senior, if you're not in a hurry, you can wait for me. Once I finish speaking with the Earl, we can catch up."

"Uh… sure, I'll go stroll around the street for a bit."

"An hour later, you can meet me at a restaurant on the street called Flying Dragon Pavilion."

Mond nodded and walked outside, still looking a bit dazed.

Only then did Eileen approach Paul and hand him a document.

"Earl, please take a look at this draft."

Paul's eyes were on the draft as he flipped through it, distractedly asking, "Betty, you and him… this Mond Landon… are you just senior and junior?"

Eileen, puzzled, replied, "Yes, we're just senior and junior…"

She suddenly realized what Paul was insinuating. Her cheeks immediately turned red, and she said, both embarrassed and annoyed, "Lord Paul Grayman! Since when did you become so interested in gossip? Please focus on the work in front of you and stop thinking about nonsense."

"Ah! Sorry, I'll focus."

…

An hour later, Eileen arrived at the Flying Dragon Pavilion.

The proprietress, Xela Setia, greeted her. "Oh! Isn't this little Betty? My daughter Ladia told me you've been busy these past few days."

After arriving in Alden Town with her daughter, Lady Setia had resumed her old business of running a restaurant. She named it the Flying Dragon Pavilion, the same as her old establishment back home in Messiah. The townspeople and travelers passing through had never tasted the cuisine of Angle Bay, so with the unfamiliar dishes and affordable prices, the restaurant quickly became a hit.

Since they were of similar age, both women, both scholars, and both foreigners, and since they both worked at the Lord's estate, Eileen and Ladia had become close friends in private. Eileen often visited Ladia's home, and over time, she also became quite familiar with Xela.

Eileen greeted her politely. "Good day, Aunt Setia."

She explained her reason for coming. "I'm here today to meet a friend… someone from my hometown."

She then described Mond Landon's appearance and attire.

"Oh, so the scholar gentleman who's been waiting is here for you."

Xela understood and led Eileen to a private room, where a young man in a simple blue robe was sitting. It was Mond Landon, who had earlier visited Paul.

"I'll leave you two hometown folks to chat." With that, the proprietress closed the door and left.

"Your Highness, how are you in the Northwest Bay?"

Mond's face still showed signs of surprise.

(End of the Chapter)

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