Unknown Intrusion

Chapter 112 Guarantee
"Okay, I'll register you!"

Under the gaslight, Mr. Cheng's new fountain pen scratched on the parchment. After finishing writing, he pointed to the newly taken-out amethyst ball.

"Please place your left hand on the crystal."

Su Yu did as instructed, and the crystal emitted a blue light. The ink on the parchment scroll spontaneously formed words: "Su Yu, member of the Green Vine Society, fourteen years old, Magic Core Mage, certified."

"It seems the old fogies in the archives department really like you."

“The final step—” Mr. Cheng turned the amethyst sphere, and a glowing six-pointed star array appeared on the floor: “Stand in the Ring of Truth and recite the oath. Be careful not to step on the runes. Last month, a newcomer was affected by a sudden error and died a terrible death.”

"Given Sir Song's guarantee and the quota he granted you, your oath is limited to a broad obligation to the kingdom, with no ten-year corresponding period of obligation."

"Believe me, this is the greatest gift Sir Song could give you."

Su Yu looked at Song Shuying with a stern expression, then at the oath. Indeed, there were no fixed obligations, just the most basic response once or twice a year.

"Similar to a knight's 40-day labor service, but less, since we are not granted manors or titles."

When Su Yu finished reciting the last syllable, the two of them applauded.

"It's done. But let me remind you, you can learn the prerequisites for becoming a mage through this, but all formal professions require a ceremony to be officially completed. You must not take up the position on your own." Mr. Cheng seemed to have thought of something and gave this instruction.

Song Shuying was also very satisfied. Su Yu chose to work through his own resources, which naturally left his mark on her.

He will realize later what a great gift this is.

He chuckled easily: "How could someone possibly take office voluntarily? It hasn't happened in centuries."

"The Revolt of the Wise Men of 1514-1515 was the root of the disaster caused by self-appointment," Mr. Cheng replied casually, rolling up the parchment.

“It’s 1855 in the Yingguo calendar now, 340 years have passed. Besides, who is that? It’s the great sage Su Yinghan, not an ordinary person could do that…” Song Shuying said casually. Suddenly, he realized he had let something slip. He looked at Mr. Cheng, who had raised his head, and immediately stopped talking.

"Is the chaos caused by wise men related to their self-appointment?"

"And, is the surname Su?"

Su Yu suddenly realized that he seemed to know some secrets without even realizing it.

"I'm from the Su family, will that have any impact?"

Su Yu seemed to be deep in thought. He felt that the drizzle and magic of this era were approaching, and it was hard to say whether it would turn into a storm.

The three left the Song family's library.

"The books all bear the mark of my family's secret methods. You cannot take them away, but you can come and browse through them and copy them until they are completely finished."

Recalling Song Shuying's words of advice, Su Yu felt completely relieved; the matter of choosing a career path was finally settled.

The key is that it's done through legitimate channels, it's a legal source, and no one can question it.

We passed a banquet venue on the way.

Maids flitted about like butterflies, serving main courses one by one: foie gras, salad, sandwiches, steak, grilled fish, various seafood, and Château Reveries wine...

The guests were full of praise, especially for the delicious food, and it was clear that the dinner was very lively.

"It's really lively."

As expected of the Song family mansion, the kitchen occupied a very large area, with a large group of servants, cooks, and dishwashers.

Aren't you going to eat?

Miss Song wore a light purple off-shoulder long dress, looking elegant and gorgeous, like a brightly blooming rose.

"...Spare me, I don't want to be surrounded by crowds again!" Su Yu shrugged.

"Even heroes have their troubles..." she said, smiling happily.

I don't know why I'm so happy.

Looking at her smiling lips, Su Yu thought absentmindedly.

Did she see my embarrassment just now?
"It's a rare treat for you to come to my home. Please take a stroll in the side hall, where I, the young lady, will personally entertain you."

The side hall was unusually quiet, with no one passing by.

Under the light of the crystal lamp, her black hair shone with luster, and the graceful and delicate girl walked with steps as graceful as a peony.

"Please wait."

As she swayed gracefully in her knee-length skirt, the young lady was also making her own plans.

"Will my father blame me?" This thought often pops into my mind.

She couldn't help but feel ashamed of her rash actions.

"But if it's him, there's a very, very, very slim chance of him getting through!" "If I ask my father, he'll probably agree to let him marry into our family..."

In the young lady's mind, she saw Su Yubaiyin's calm and sharp gaze as he poured out his heart to her.

"If he were to confess his feelings to me, everything would be perfect..."

She couldn't help but want to laugh, but she managed to suppress her expression.

"No, if I don't take this step and let him know my feelings... Qiaoqiao will be the winner."

If I had to summarize it in one sentence...

Miss Song felt very regretful.

"You are a hero, but unfortunately, I am not your only hero." With this regret in mind, Miss Song took a deep breath and made up her mind to take the initiative.

"In that case!"

"Then I, the young lady, will have to walk towards him!"

As for the possibility of being rejected after confessing, it only crossed my mind before being dismissed.

"In this county, there is simply no noblewoman more beautiful than me!"

"With me personally confessing my love, how could any man possibly refuse?"

"Just accept me!"

Filled with unwavering confidence, the young lady's lips curled into a smile unique to young girls.

As long as you take the initiative and boldly confess your feelings, this relationship will blossom and bear fruit.

"Qiaoqiao, I'm so sorry... Why didn't you just openly admit your relationship with him?"

Recalling her encounter with Cheng Qiaoqiao a moment earlier, Miss Song felt a mix of guilt and joy.

“If you hesitate, you will lose!”

"Love is war!"
"The daughters of the Song family will never be afraid of challenges!"

"Truly high-quality romantic partners are always in demand!"

"Qiaoqiao, let me teach you this lesson!"

Returning from the storage cabinet, she carried a tea saucer filled with perfectly brewed black tea, its sweet aroma wafting through the air.

"Thank you." Su Yu, sitting on the sofa, was still lost in thought.

The chaos caused by wise men and the taboo of taking office arbitrarily.

Pollution.

It seems to be connected by a line.

It is difficult for the will of the ruling class alone to form such a unified will, unless it endangers the life and death of every individual.

"What are you thinking about?"

Seeing Su Yu resting his hand on his chin, seemingly lost in thought, Song Qiongyao asked him a question, noticing Su Yu's heavy expression.

"Ah... I was thinking, who was behind the attack?" Su Yu quickly made up an excuse.

"This matter is far from simple! The Cai family is one thing, but the person behind it all is Su Er, the third son of the current Earl of Carlton's Su family." Song Qiongyao frowned, slightly uneasy.

Su Er.

Upon first hearing this name, unfamiliar memories surfaced.

The Earl of Carlton, of the Sue family, has a history spanning a thousand years.

"The Cai family was able to act with impunity in the past because they had the powerful backing of the Earl of Carlton."

"Now that they dare to attack the fleet, even though the Cai family is a baron, they will pay the price—not only our family, but the other families in the county will not let them off the hook either."

"Don't worry, even if we don't talk about the Cai family, Cai Jiang himself won't be able to keep up for long—the Cai family will definitely give up on him."

"However, it is difficult to bring charges against the Earl of Carlton."

“My family is initiating a lawsuit, but the court has been slow to accept it. According to my father, we are facing strong obstacles.”

"Father and elders are still investigating what's behind this—be careful, there might be some schools of thought involved."

Is it really so difficult to prosecute even the Song family?
Su Er, and Earl Carlton—Su Yu remembered the names of these formidable enemies.

(End of this chapter)