[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-bear-school-astartes":3,"chapter-bear-school-astartes-bear-school-astartes-chapter-978":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Bear School Astartes",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1620795,2087,"Chapter 978 - 960: Your Savings","bear-school-astartes-chapter-978",978,"\u003Cp>After listening to the Lady of the Lake describe things with an amused expression, Lann understood that the Goddess didn’t care about the comings and goings on Vizima Lake.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As long as she didn’t want to be seen, even if the Temerians overturned Black Seagull Island or drained Vizima Lake, they would never see the true form of the Goddess.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Then I won’t do anything at all.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lann spread his hands and shrugged.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Goddess nodded indifferently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Of course, I’m curious to see what other creative ideas they can come up with.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Demon Hunter shook his head at the Goddess’s playful mindset.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Judging by the events on Vizima Lake, Lann knew they had basically figured out the faith in the Lady of the Lake on Black Seagull Island.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>An image of a deity upholding knightly spirit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thus the episodes playing out on Vizima Lake seemed like theatrical dramas.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But if theatrical acts were enough to win the Goddess’s favor, then such favor would seem too cheap.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Lady of the Lake’s favor is simple to describe, showing knightly spirit is enough.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But is there ever a shortage of those who call themselves or are formally titled as knights?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even in the Vizima City Hall, which secretary general doesn’t hold a knightly title?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Beyond titles, in terms of spirit and action, it’s not so simple.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Like in previous wars, even in the Niflgaard Legion, tens of thousands of soldiers, was there not a tale of heroic sacrifice?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Warriors who died upholding knightly honor?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet these people wouldn’t receive blessing or favor, because it was a war between humans.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One side’s legion might uphold noble spirit, does the other side not have it?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So which side should the Goddess support?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Should she grant more blessings to the side with more people of noble spirit?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But if a legion has numerous noble and steadfast warriors, can they not win without divine intervention?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The complexity of human society is not inferior to any divine being’s rules.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thus, divine beings like the Lady of the Lake do not meddle in human wars.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then those who can uphold knightly spirit are left to solitary individuals.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And the value and adherence to a particular spirit must be tested...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Harsh, even despairing tests.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Through testing, ’true gold’ is revealed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lann’s test was complete, and at the end of it, he banished an evil deity invading this world.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Through a series of actions before that, the virtues of knighthood shone through him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Honor, wisdom, generosity, bravery, and compassion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So the Lady of the Lake distorted Triss’s original teleportation technique and gave a cold shoulder to the Mirror Master Gant Odim, bringing Lann to her side.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If he had to liken it to others besides himself...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lann scratched his cheek.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He thought it would take a journey like Geralt’s or Vesemir’s to be eligible for the Lady’s recognition.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>-----------------\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After greeting the Lady of the Lake, Lann arrived at the Dusky Waters.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As usual, for the villagers’ comfort, the Qilin and Rong Buqiu had to stay outside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The little cat and the ancient dragon were happy about it, busy digging at a big package.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Qilin tried to taste green flowers and moss balls with its snout, but Rong Buqiu guarded them closely, hoping to see if they could be planted in this world.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This ’confrontation’ had been going on the entire way.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two were at odds, paying no attention to Lann.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was clear that the Elu Cat and the ancient dragon of the New Continent felt relieved after leaving the World of Fire.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Entering the village, the Demon Hunter found the once dirty fishing village had become much more prosperous.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At least the village tavern not only had a complete renovation but even the wooden exterior walls were painted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Vivid paint depicted an image similar to the Lady of the Lake statue on the tideflat outside the village.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Inside, candlelight turned the dim interior into warm tones.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Onions, potatoes, and garlic were bundled into wreaths, hanging on the tavern’s wooden support columns.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The tavern owner, now dressed in a new silk puff-sleeve tight shirt, spotted his major customer instantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Aha!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He tossed the towel he was wiping glasses with over his shoulder and cheered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Master! Master Lann!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lann, who was lowering his head to enter through the door, raised his hand in greeting.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hello, Gatis.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The tavern owner looked even more pleased.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You actually remember my name?!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Why not? I remember you looked like you were on your deathbed that day, telling me your name as if it were your last wish. That’s a memorable introduction.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gatis hurried to seat Lann while glancing around.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now that Lann had grown completely apart from ordinary folk in stature, perhaps in the tavern owner’s eyes, sitting might conceal it a bit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, from Lann’s observation, of the five scattered people in the tavern, none seemed there to drink themselves into a stupor with alcohol.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They might be excellent intelligence agents, but without a doubt, their sensory sharpness can’t even compare to a regular Demon Hunter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gatis brought out a large cup, which had a layer of mist on it, clearly indicating it was chilled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What would you like to drink this time, Master? The Redania herbs from last time?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No.\" Lann shook his head, recalling the bitter taste he was not accustomed to. \"Something sweet, a bit strong, thanks.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Then Niflgaard lemon liqueur, with an extra scoop of syrup!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Holding his extra-large cup, Lann made no effort to hide his intentions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He headed straight towards a table in the corner of the tavern.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A bald man with a monocle was sitting at that table.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Long time no see, Taler.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lann sat across from him, smiling as he raised his cup.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sitting in the corner, eating a plate of roasted garlic, the intelligence chief wiped his oily hands on himself and picked up his glass of beer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yeah, long time no see, Master.\" He spoke naturally, without any surprise. \"To long time no see.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lann took a sip of the Niflgaard lemon with syrup, and the sweetness made him feel very comfortable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Taler, on the other hand, let out a cool breath after drinking.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Puh~ Damn it, the cooling charm here works too well, the beer’s so cold it gives me a headache.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As usual, he was full of foul language.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But after cursing, Taler lifted a finger, pointing towards the tavern owner with the hand holding his beer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You didn’t blame him, did you? We’re in the spy business, but Gatis is a decent person.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If I wanted to blame him, I would have done so last time. I’ve said before, I have no problem with straightforward interaction. Besides, Gatis couldn’t refuse you even if he wanted to. What’s the point of blaming him?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Fine. Damn it, I forgot, you’re also a decent person.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Taler habitually downed another gulp of the cold beer, grimacing as the chill made his head twitch.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Can’t you let it sit for a bit before drinking?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lann glanced at him and offered a suggestion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Taler declined.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"In this hot summer, beer chilled like this, I’ve only had it a few times in damn Vizima Palace. And now it’s free!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Taler continued to complain with resentment, pressing his head to endure the pain.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lann didn’t press further on this intelligence chief working for Veltrest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The resentment from these wage workers seemed strong indeed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Under the Demon Hunter’s palm, he pressed: \"Alright, as you wish, as you wish.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"By the way, how are the post-war negotiations going?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lann’s intention was to change the subject, to divert this wage worker elder brother’s attention.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But the follow-up to this topic was truly surprising.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh, everything is proceeding according to the process.\" Taler said nonchalantly as he squeezed a soft clove from the oily roasted garlic and ate it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"War, no matter how alarmist it sounds, is just that. Everyone’s quite familiar with it, after all, which country hasn’t been through war? Whether it’s a victory or a defeat.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s just that this time, Logueywen’s Viggo Fortez, that talented, handsome, and promising member of the Wizard Association, shone brilliantly in the negotiations.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But I think, Sir Lann, the first thing you should care about right now is not the concluded war negotiations.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After finishing, Taler grinned at Lann.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That smile must have left a terrifying impression in the eyes of many intelligence agents.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, a bald intelligence chief with a monocle grinning at you is mostly not a good sign.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Lann felt that Taler’s smile now looked more like he was watching a good show?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This wasn’t right!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There were no female warlocks around here!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lann discreetly held the Roaring Bear Head Pendant on his neck, confirming he wasn’t mistaken.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Then what should I care about?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Demon Hunter took a sip from his cup and asked curiously.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Your savings, Sir Lann.\" Taler uttered a word that didn’t resonate much with Lann.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, the intelligence chief’s grin, watching the fun, made Lann pay attention.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"My... savings?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a ’creak’, a door from the row of guest rooms at the back of the tavern opened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though Margaret hadn’t been here for a long time, her hefty room rent was still effective.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But the room wasn’t the one Margaret had booked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The person pushing the door open seemed very hesitant, and you could almost feel their emotions in the hesitant creak of the door.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And then, Lann’s gaze moved from the midway height of the opened door downwards, finally making out the person’s appearance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The booming and fiery red beard was quite distinctive.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Shilton?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Demon Hunter raised an eyebrow, feeling unclear.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shilton Giancardi.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Originally a member of the Giancardi Bank in Gos Velen City, but later, wanting to make a name for himself, he eagerly joined the Valerian Steel Trading Company, a collaboration between Lann and Airetusa.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Dwarf, originally enthusiastic and straightforward, now shuffled towards Lann’s table like a kid caught by their parents.\u003C\u002Fp>",1668,"2026-06-06T10:40:28.727Z",1,"novelbin.me","9a6239325a2b4080730685049bb0b8b59060dcbcae0bf13191d79f5360ed2bb6","bear-school-astartes-chapter-1038","bear-school-astartes-chapter-1037",1043,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fbear-school-astartes-cover.jpg"]