After leading Cloud and the others back to the small town, Jared and his companions rushed back to Stellaris Sect on board one of their airships.
This time, Stellaris Sect had suffered a significant blow. In terms of airships alone, they had lost more than half their fleet. It would take a long time for them to recover.
Upon his arrival at Stellaris Sect, Jared didn’t intend to make a stop. However, he ended up staying a day after giving in to Renault’s repeated requests. Despite the sect’s huge loss, they were still a lot wealthier than an ordinary sect.
Renault entertained Jared lavishly for one day. When Jared was about to leave, Cloud mustered the courage and asked, “Mr. Chance, can… can I leave with you?”
He knew that staying by Jared’s side would be a fantastic training and learning experience. However, he had been reluctant to make the request all this while because Jared might think him too weak and see him as a burden.
That was why he only brought the topic up at the very last minute.
“Hmm…”
Jared began to hesitate, not because he didn’t want Cloud to join him, but because it was dangerous to do so. Now that he had made enemies of the Demon Seal Alliance, he would constantly be hunted by them.
If anything were to happen to Cloud, Jared wouldn’t know how to face Renault. Cloud was, after all, Renault’s only son.
“Cloud, it’s not that I don’t want you by my side, but Stellaris Sect has been dealt a heavy blow. Your priority should be assisting your father in rebuilding it. Besides, joining me is dangerous. You’re well aware that I’m currently being hunted by the Demon Seal Alliance. In the event of danger, I’m worried that I might not be able to protect you. As your father’s only son, what will become of your father if something. happens to you?” Jared said candidly.
“Mr. Chance, you don’t have to worry about me. I couldn’t be any happier if you’re willing to let Cloud join you. In fact, I’ll even present you with an airship to facilitate your travels. Being by your side has changed him so much that it still feels like a dream to me. If it wasn’t for you, he would probably still be a good-for-nothing playboy.”
Renault quickly stepped forward and voiced his support for the idea.
“Mr. Chance, now that my dad has agreed to it, I’m sure you’ve no more concerns,” Cloud said with a hopeful look in his eyes. The enthusiasm he showed finally elicited a nod from Jared.
On top of that, Renault’s airship wasn’t one that anyone could just obtain with money. Due to its customizations, one would need a long time to build it.
The fact that he was willing to gift Jared one was evidence of how much he valued him. At that moment, Cloud let out a jubilant roar upon obtaining Jared’s consent.
“This is wonderful! I’ll stay by your side from now on, Mr. Chance!”
While Cloud was celebrating, Renault took out a bronze coin from his pocket. It had the word “Seizon” carved on top of it.
“Cloud, this item will validate your identity as a member of the Seizon family. Take it and visit our hometown if you have the opportunity.”
Renault put the coin in Cloud’s hand.
“Dad, didn’t you say that there’s no one left. there?” Cloud asked with a confused look.
“I have lied to you all this while. The Seizon. family has always been there. In fact, they are considered a prestigious family in the central region. After marrying your mother, I ran away from home and established Stellaris Sect here. Many years have passed since then, and I have no idea what has become of them and how your grandfather is doing. If you happen to travel to the central region, take this coin and visit the Seizon family. If you need any help, they will definitely lend a hand once they see the coin,” Renault said.
It was evident that Renault missed home but felt too embarrassed to return after running away for such a long time.
