I JUST WANT A PEACEFUL LIFE



"So, do we also have this High Human?" asked Angus.

"High Human? Hmm… probably." replied King Leon casually.

"Really? Don't tell me this is one of the guarded secrets?" asked Angus.

"No… I mean, not really. Sure, the knowledge of the High race is guarded and strictly regulated. Basically, only influential and powerful people know about this. However, we human kingdom didn't need to hide this information." said King Leon.

"What did you mean?" asked Angus in confusion.

"Because there is no record or information about them. I am unsure if they were already erased long before or just never existed in the first place." said King Leon.

"So, there is no such a thing as High Human?" asked Angus in disbelief.

"Not really. It is just that there is no real proof of their existence. But, it doesn't mean the human race was weaker compared to other high races in the past. Did you know why our region is called the Humane Region?" explained King Leon.

"Did you mean…" said Angus as he realized something.

"Yes. Although there is no record of High Humans or their information, there is some record that the human race stayed or conquered this region in the past. You must also know that not only human races are staying here in this region."

"Even now, two of the biggest kingdoms in the region consist of mixed race and lead by non-human race. You should be able to imagine how powerful the human race was in the past if they could compete with other high races like them." said King Leon.

"Why did you suddenly ask about this?" asked King Leon.

"Before this, I talked more with Silvia about these High races or if she had ever heard about high humans in the past. Although she never heard about any High Human, she still confirms that the High race is actually the ultimate state of one race." said Angus.

"In fact, it is not wrong to say that Dumrod's transcended state is turning him into High Dwarf. This piqued my curiosity if we could actually reach High Human." said Angus.

"Just a curiosity?" asked King Leon with a frown.

"Not really. She said the High race is the pinnacle of one race and the qualifications to become 'King'." said Angus.

"King? You mean the true King recognized by the world." said King Leon.

"Yes, that King." said Angus.

"Did you think being High Human is related to your inheritance?" asked King Leon.

Since the Forgotten King is related to Jayna's phoenix side, Angus also told King Leon about this Forgotten King and the effect of being his sole heir.

In fact, King Leon already reminds Angus many times that since he already got the heritage, he will soon get a trial or something from it. This is something inevitable, especially with how mighty this Forgotten King is.

King Leon will not even be surprised if Angus could reach the level of the Forgotten King in the future. In ancient times, it was not rare for powerful people to manipulate the world or Fate.

At first, Angus didn't think much about it. However, when he finds Archmage Bern's personal vault at the Nirvas, he is sure his trial for becoming 'King' is inevitable.

Nirvas's Ancient vault may be famous for its safety. Still, only some people could trust their things to others, especially in foreign lands. Not to mention, there is a considerable price that needs to be paid for the vault.

There are huge chances for Archmage Bern to hide his property at another place rather than Nirvas' ancient vault. Furthermore, Archmage Bern's true heritage should be located in another area, like in the vision he got when he wore the ring in the past.

Yet, Angus is still somehow forced to take the trial because he received Archmage Bern's ring heritage. It means the heritage trial for him is inevitable. So far, Angus has three kinds of legacy.

One is from the mysterious Forgotten King. The second one is Archmage Bern's heritage. The last is his heritage chi which was passed down by his master in his previous life. Knowing the true origin of heritage chi, he knows there will be some sort of trial in the future.

Angus is very concerned about the Forgotten King and the Chi legacy among them. He feels he will lose his life and the people he loves if he doesn't prepare himself properly.

"Well, I am not sure about this Forgotten King's heir. But I should prepare for it. I don't want to get caught off like when I take Archmage Bern's trial. If I didn't have [Analyze] and my current mind capability, I would still be trapped in that trial room." said Angus.

"Certainly. It is better to prepare for it. Well, as I told you before. We have no record of High Human. Still, it didn't mean you couldn't investigate it." said King Leon.

"Hm?" asked Angus in confusion.

"You may not believe this, but Everwhite City is actually one of the oldest places and cities in the Humane Region. If it is for their strict entry regulation, I think it will already become a popular tourist spot." said King Leon.

"Though without it, their surrounding area is still a good tourist spot in our kingdom." added King Leon

"Now, you really piqued my interest in that place. Come to think of it, what kind of person is this Last Bastion of Everwhite?" asked Angus.

"His real name is… Patimura Dipo. He is the last and former Archduke of Heart Kingdom. Basically, he is an overqualified king in his prime. He is also a very stubborn and traditional old man." said King Leon.

"Even for me, who has lived for a long time, feels he is too old fashioned and should move forward. Just be prepared to have a shock culture when you reach there." added King Leon.

"Err… Is the Everwhite really that backward?" asked Angus.

"Before Otebon became the Marquis of Frostfall, it was a really backward city. However, it should be developed more since Otebon also cares about the Everwhite's resident well-being," said King Leon.

"Urgh… Did this former archduke have children or confidants that I should know?" asked Angus.

"Did you mean people you should worry about?" asked King Leon.

"Yes. Ever since I go to a special place, I get into trouble. Most of the incidents come from the local resident." said Angus.

"Hmmm… Well, if you want to worry about… It should be that old Patimura. He is as strong as me in the past." said King Leon.

"Urgh… No wonder you want this person to come out from Everwhite." said Angus.

"As I said, he is an overqualified king. Besides, his old-fashioned mind and way of thinking. He qualified to become King of any four big nations without a problem." said King Leon.

"Now, I want to know why he is shackled to Everwhite City. It should be related to this hidden secret and his stubborn old-fashioned thinking." said Angus.

"Maybe… You know I can't speak too much about it either. Talking about children, Anna starts calling you Jayna 'Daddy' and 'Mommy', huh?" asked King Leon with a cold smile.

"Oopps… I don't know what you are talking about. Anyway, did you have any news about Dumrod's situation?" asked Angus to divert the topic.

Although King Leon let Angus and Jayna have their relationship, it didn't mean there was no boundary. In fact, King Leon is pretty lax about their relationship and closeness.

Even if they show intimate action in public, King Leon will pretend not to see it. Besides, many nobles also have rumors about them doing indecent things in public.

There are even rumors about them doing together despite being close siblings. Noble society may look high-class and elegant in the first place.

But, it also hid many unethical things that could put any prostitute to shame. Angus and Jayna's relationship is nothing compared to this kind of scandal.

At most, they will just become a topic of conversation in the noble circle without affecting anything. However, it is different if they genuinely adopt Anna as their child.

Like any aristocratic system, the Heart Kingdom also pays attention to bloodline or heritage. An adopted child could inherit a small or large part of their parent's property.

Since Jayna is the fourth prince of the Heart Kingdom, Anna could become another princess if Angus and Jayna indeed adopt her. It is also possible to become Empress, which is the future leader.

During that time, Anna will be involved in various political storms whether she wants it. The worse situation is she could become someone else's political puppet. Angus and Jayna also know about this conflict and try to hide this news as much as possible.

However, Anna is really a muddlehead and troublemaker. She keeps referring to Angus and Jayna as Daddy and Mommy, respectively, despite having been warned many times. In the end, they could only give up on it and let things go by.

Fortunately, Angus and Jayna never attracted any noble circle. They didn't have any close acquaintances in the aristocratic society besides their family.

"Many investigators are already sent out from various forces and kingdoms to the Undermine Council. According to Duke Quinn's latest report, Dumrod is still fighting with the group of monster overlords up till now." said King Leon