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Riftan Calypse slowly walked forward and kneeled. He displayed such reverence that it was hard to imagine this was the same man who derided the code of chivalry.

Under the Oak Tree

Fantasy · Suji Kim

As the elder Ricaydo stood there, trembling, Riftan whispered in his ear, "Do you understand now? What are you waiting for? Go beg."

Under the Oak Tree

Fantasy · Suji Kim

Riftan leaned in, his tone dangerously soft. "Look at me. You should be afraid. As you say, I am an animal capable of all manner of atrocious things — things you could never even imagine — without blinking an eye." He growled like a lion baring its teeth. "Evan Triton is magnanimous enough to forgive even filth like you. I am not so forgiving. When I'm angered, I act, and in the cruelest way possible."

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Fantasy · Suji Kim

"You publicly insulted the man I serve, then left as if it were nothing. That is unacceptable to me." Riftan's voice was low and menacing. "You will return to the banquet hall after we are done here. You will bow low before Evan Triton and apologize in a respectful manner about your earlier actions."

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Fantasy · Suji Kim

He had been exonerated from his crimes after confessing his sins before a high priest, and before long, he would succeed their father to become the next Count Ricaydo.

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Fantasy · Suji Kim

He asked himself a question that would likely put his life in danger if Wolfgar were to find out. Wolfgar Ricaydo had committed the dishonorable acts that Evan Triton had described — plunder, rape, even murdering innocent people for his amusement. He had been reprimanded for those deeds, but not so severely that he had lost his right to succession.

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Fantasy · Suji Kim

"Power comes hand in hand with temptation," he said, patting Riftan on the back. "The knighting ceremony is where you formally declare you will not give in to your desires and will lead an honorable life. From then on, countless witnesses will be watching to see if you keep your oath. And if you lead a life devoted to the code of chivalry, the name Calypse will carry honor."

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Fantasy · Suji Kim

"You needn't worry. I'm not backing out of my decision to become a Remdragon Knight." Riftan leaned on the fence and folded his arms over his chest. "I simply don't see why I must waste all this energy on something so pointless. I've already passed the Remdragons' test. What use is there in spouting a few words before the king and a high priest?"

Under the Oak Tree

Fantasy · Suji Kim

The count sighed deeply. "It appears Lord Triton intends to train up that young man to be his right hand. His Majesty is also paying special attention to him, so he must be exceptionally talented at the very least. They are both meticulous in that regard. It wouldn't hurt to make acquaintance with him. You will find yourself working closely with the Remdragon Knights once you become an official member of the royal knights."

Under the Oak Tree

Fantasy · Suji Kim