[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-knight-from-apprentice-to-the-almighty":3,"chapter-knight-from-apprentice-to-the-almighty-knight-from-apprentice-to-the-almighty-chapter-33":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Knight: from Apprentice to the Almighty",{"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},1847847,2453,"Chapter 33 - 30: Dalko’s Invitation","knight-from-apprentice-to-the-almighty-chapter-33",33,"\u003Cp>Starving, Roland eagerly slathered butter on his black bread and wolfed it down with the side dishes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It wasn’t until his plate was completely empty that he noticed something was off.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Strange...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Roland touched his flat stomach and thought to himself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’Ever since I started practicing the Secret Silver Body Tempering Technique, my appetite has been growing, and I get hungry much faster... That’s right! I should be able to practice it again in a few days. It’s the perfect opportunity to find out the technique’s Level cap!’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this thought, he took his plate and went back for two more helpings.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After eating enough food for three people, the long-lost feeling of fullness finally washed over him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Letting out a satisfied burp, Roland immediately turned and headed back to the Blacksmith Shop.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’Those apprentices from this morning who didn’t finish their tasks are all great opportunities for me to grind experience!’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soon, with George vouching for him, Roland took over the work of another apprentice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just as he finished the final step and was stretching his back, the sudden, rapid sound of hooves echoed from outside the Blacksmith Shop.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"NEIGH!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Accompanied by the horse’s neigh, a tall figure, silhouetted against the setting sun, strode into the Blacksmith Shop.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The blinding sunlight prevented Roland from seeing the visitor’s face clearly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Excuse me for disturbing you all. I’m looking for...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The tall figure’s gaze swept across the room before freezing on Roland.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hey! Roland!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The visitor threw back his cloak, revealing a mane of dazzling golden hair.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Remember me? Dalko!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Of course, Young Master Dalko...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Roland was about to bow but was held steady by the other man’s powerful arm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The strength behind the gesture shocked Roland.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’This guy’s strength... it seems to be much greater than mine...’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Dalko seemed completely unaware, instead clapping him warmly on the shoulder.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No need to be so formal when we meet in the future!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes, Young Master Dalko. May I ask why you’re...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Are you free tomorrow morning?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dalko cut him off, slinging an arm around Roland’s shoulders and asking with overflowing enthusiasm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The sudden intimacy left Roland at a loss for what to do.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing this, George immediately put down his hammer and hurried over.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He gave a slight bow, his expression respectful yet dignified.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Young Master Dalko, Roland just started at the Blacksmith Shop today. He still has a lot of work to familiarize himself with...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing this, the smile on Dalko’s face didn’t falter, but his amber eyes narrowed slightly, like a predator zeroing in on its prey.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh? Is that so?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dalko’s voice remained gentle, but Roland clearly saw a cold glint flash in his eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But I heard that Roland has already exceeded his quota for today.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A fine layer of sweat beaded on George’s forehead, but he still insisted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Young Master Dalko, Master Hawke gave instructions...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"George...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Roland took a deep breath, a gentle smile appearing on his face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although he wasn’t sure what Dalko’s purpose was, he had never been one to drag innocent people into his personal matters.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Besides, after thinking it over, Roland was sure he had no bad blood with Dalko.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>From the original owner’s memories, Dalko didn’t seem to have any peculiar habits, so there likely wasn’t any danger.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And even if something unexpected did happen, with his current strength, he was fully capable of protecting himself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With this in mind, Roland spoke up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Since Young Master Dalko needs my help, could you please ask Master Hawke for a day off for me?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"O... Okay...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>George looked at Roland, his eyes full of worry, but he finally gave a small nod and slowly walked away.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Excellent! Then it’s settled, Roland!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dalko laughed heartily and removed his arm from Roland’s shoulder.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’ll come pick you up tomorrow morning.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before the words even faded, the golden-haired young man had already spun around and departed in a flurry, his cloak whipping behind him. All that remained was the sound of his firm, resounding footsteps.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Watching his retreating figure, Roland frowned and rubbed his shoulder, which was sore from Dalko’s grip.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"TSK TSK TSK...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just then, a familiar clicking of the tongue came from behind him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Roland turned and saw John standing beside him, having appeared at some unknown moment. He was squinting in the direction Dalko had left.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Well, I’ll be, kid.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The old veteran nudged Roland with his elbow and spoke in a meaningful tone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You actually know Young Master Dalko?\"\u003C\u002Fp>",747,"2026-06-09T07:01:39.334Z",1,"novelbin.me","fda811082198ab856608c6653e45a385cd06f949e0e6716da20b6cb7fce304c3","knight-from-apprentice-to-the-almighty-chapter-34","knight-from-apprentice-to-the-almighty-chapter-32",216,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fknight-from-apprentice-to-the-almighty-cover.jpg"]