[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-the-extra-who-shouldn-t-exist":3,"chapter-the-extra-who-shouldn-t-exist-the-extra-who-shouldn-t-exist-chapter-174":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","The Extra Who Shouldn't Exist",{"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},1550190,2013,"Chapter 174 : A crestvale always pays his debts","the-extra-who-shouldn-t-exist-chapter-174",174,"\u003Cp>Three more days passed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The capital of Avaloria — Imperius City — after the disaster it had endured, had begun to recover slowly but steadily under the direct orders of King Edward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Houses were being rebuilt, government facilities restored, and the once-broken streets reinforced even stronger than before.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The central government, directly under the royal family’s command, bore the brunt of responsibility for this restoration.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meanwhile, far to the north in the territory ruled by the Crestvales, their grand estate in Gandiore stood tall.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Crestvale Manor, second only to the royal palace itself, was now under stricter security than ever in light of the recent incidents.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Inside one of its many chambers, a young silver-haired figure lay upon a grand bed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dozens of intricate medical devices surrounded him, some humming softly, others beeping steadily in rhythm with his vitals.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mana-infused tubes and crystalline monitors pulsed faintly as they tracked his condition.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A physician in formal robes was bent over him, adjusting the mana-flow regulator attached to his chest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The boy’s face was pale, yet even in his fragile state, there was a faint aura around him that felt unnatural for someone his age.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Suddenly, the door creaked open.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A man with neatly combed brown hair stepped inside, his very presence commanding the respect of every servant within the manor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Beside him walked a graceful woman with flowing white hair and striking violet eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Reynard von Crestvale — Duke of the Northern Territory, guardian of its borders, and Head of the Crestvale Family.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Serena von Crestvale — Duchess of the North and sister of the current king.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The doctor immediately stood up, his face paling as he bowed deeply.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Y-Your Grace, My Lady...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Serena’s gaze lingered on the boy in the bed for a moment before she turned to the physician.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"How is his condition?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The doctor cleared his throat nervously.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"My Lady, he is stable... in fact, better than stable. His injuries are recovering far too quickly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If anyone else had sustained wounds like these, they would have perished on the spot. To be honest, I must ask... is this boy truly sixteen years old? Just who is he?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At that, Serena’s eyes narrowed, her voice sharp as ice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You are asking an awful lot of questions, doctor.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cold sweat immediately poured down the physician’s forehead. He bowed even lower, trembling.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"M-My apologies, My Lady! I spoke out of turn!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Serena waved her hand dismissively.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You may take your leave for now.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The doctor nodded frantically, nearly tripping over himself as he gathered his belongings and hurried out of the room, pale and flustered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For a moment, silence lingered. Then Reynard, standing tall beside his wife, finally spoke. His voice was deep, contemplative.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Tell me, Reyna. Is this boy really the one who saved our son... and all the others, including Ethan?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Serena turned her head slightly, her expression calm yet firm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What do you think? Do you believe I would lie to you?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Reynard exhaled slowly, crossing his arms.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I didn’t mean that. It’s just... hard to believe.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A boy, barely sixteen, fighting against an entire battalion of Expert-rank enemies — including two Masters and even a Grandmaster — and still surviving? Just who the hell is this kid?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His eyes softened slightly as they fell on the unconscious youth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"According to the intelligence we gathered, he comes from no noteworthy lineage.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His parents are unknown, as if they never existed. His only family... is his sister. And from what I’ve heard, even she lies on the verge of death.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Serena’s expression grew heavier. She sighed, her tone serious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes... we’ve tried everything. But nothing seems to be working on her. Her condition worsens with each passing day.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alden and his friends call every day, asking about her... and lying to them is becoming harder and harder.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Reynard was silent for a long moment. His gaze hardened as he stared at the boy on the bed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"A Crestvale always repays his debts. Do everything you can, Reyna. And... inform me the moment this kid wakes up.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Serena’s lips curved slightly, a faint, amused smile tugging at them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Well, well... look at you. Showing a soft side.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Reynard’s composure faltered. He looked away with a small cough.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The boy saved our son. It’s the least we can do for him.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Serena chuckled softly, her expression softening.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Well... you’re right about that.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Reynard’s eyes sharpened once more, his tone firm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Besides... if everything I’ve heard about him is true, then we must keep a close eye on him. Make sure he does not stray from the right path.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Serena nodded gently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You’re right about that. But I think we already know. He fought against impossible odds... against enemies he had no chance of defeating, and yet he still stood — just to protect his friends and even complete strangers. That alone tells us he has a good heart.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Reynard’s stern expression softened, and he gave a small nod of agreement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just then, the door opened once more.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A tall man in his fifties, with neatly styled hair and the refined bearing of a seasoned warrior and servant, stepped in. Elric — Serena’s personal butler.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He bowed respectfully.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Forgive me for intruding, My Lord, My Lady. But I bring news.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Both Reynard and Serena immediately tensed, their eyes sharpening.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What is it?\" Reynard asked. \"Is it another attack?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Elric quickly shook his head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No, My Lord. Nothing of the sort. It’s just... Lady Alicia has arrived at the manor. She asked to see both you and Lady Serena.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At that, a wide smile appeared on Reynard’s usually stern face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"So, the little troublemaker has returned, huh? Let’s see how she’s doing.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He straightened his coat and asked,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Where is she now?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Elric replied respectfully,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"She is in the dining hall, My Lord. She said she was quite hungry after her journey.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Reynard chuckled, his smile widening as he turned toward the door.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Good. Then let’s not keep her waiting.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a warm gleam in his eyes, Reynard left the room, his steps purposeful as he headed toward the dining hall.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>--------\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A\u002FN:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So how was the Chapter? 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