Chapter 90: The Principle of Transcendence

Today's White Shoes Club has a slightly different layout than usual.

All the tables on the first floor were pushed to the corner, and the front desk where Allen and the bartender were originally was empty. The chairs were divided into three groups and neatly placed in front of the stage and on both sides.

Several groups of reporters gathered in the gaps between the three groups of chairs, talking in low voices, with several flashlights standing next to them. The largest camera was even nearly as tall as a person, standing on the ground like a huge accordion; there were also small cameras that could be held in the hand using a bracket.

There were not many guests sitting down now. Sitting in the middle and the front row was a fully armed silver-armored knight wearing a helmet. There was no one around him, and the chairs around him were all empty. Even so, he sat straight and motionless.

The knight alone occupied two seats. On the seat to his right, a silver-white two-handed sword was placed diagonally. Its handle is very long, more than one-third of the length, and the front blade is long and narrow, but quite thick. The blade is not a flat line, but a thin hexagon - more like a lance with a blade than a "sword".

This is a weapon that emphasizes thrusting more than slashing. It is obviously not suitable for use in the city... This is one of the most commonly used weapons by air cavalry riding on griffins.

It is put into a heavy hard leather scabbard, the surface of which has a silver-gray plated shell, and a large number of tiny diamonds are embedded on it, spelling out a cursive word "honor" with the diamonds. It is shining under the light.

This is the "Sword of Honor" that can only be temporarily obtained by retired air cavalry who have participated in the war and won at least three major victories. The word "honor" on it was designed and written by Queen Sofia herself, and the diamonds were embedded in it one by one by the royal craftsmen.

This sword awarded by the queen herself contains a powerful authoritative power. If his descendants no longer become air cavalrymen, the sword will be taken back after seventy years of inheritance; if his descendants are willing to join the army, they can directly join the Royal Air Force Academy of Avalon with the sword - that means the honor passed down from generation to generation.

Although the face cannot be seen from the back, the sword has already indicated the identity of the Silver Knight. He is Director Gordon who has just been transferred.

At Aiwass's signal, Lily pushed Aiwass's wheelchair and walked slowly over.

Aiwass just looked at Gordon from a distance - before he even approached, Gordon noticed his gaze and turned his head.

After noticing that the source of the gaze was Aiwass, the old knight nodded slowly. It seemed to be a friendly expression, and it seemed to be an expression of approval.

But he immediately noticed Princess Isabel who was following Aiwass. The old knight immediately stood up and took off his helmet, and half-knelt on the ground with a clang.

"The Silver Crown Dragon is above. Greetings to you, Your Highness."

Gordon's old and low voice sounded, and it was also unusually clear in the noisy club.

Those who didn't notice Aiwass at the first time because of the crowd and noise were also attracted by Gordon's voice.

Realizing that Aiwass was coming, the reporters subconsciously wanted to take pictures.

But before they could set up the camera, they noticed Princess Isabel who was following Aiwass closely, and they were immediately shocked.

It's okay to take pictures of Aiwass without permission. Although he is the adopted son of the Moriarty family, he didn't inherit the family armor after all.

In Avalon, armor itself is a symbol of authority-people wearing armor must be respected, but even if a knight can enter the Round Table Hall, as long as he doesn't wear armor when he goes out, it means that he is now traveling as an ordinary person. He can be photographed or painted, his body can be touched, and he doesn't need to greet him when he meets him, nor does he need to give way.

But Isabel's situation is different.

Although Isabel, who abandoned the sacred tradition of Avalon and embarked on the path of beauty, is not as recognized as her brothers and sisters, she is a real princess after all.

If they secretly take pictures of Isabel, they may not be able to do it until tomorrow... When they go back tonight, someone wearing a black suit and white gloves will come knocking on the door.

The people present either half-knelt and touched their chests to perform the knight's salute, or touched their chests and bowed to Isabel. The uneven and different greetings rang out one after another.

If it were before, Isabel would be so nervous that her brain would freeze.

But now she just took a deep breath with courage.

She showed the crowd a gentle smile imitating Aiwas, and waved to the surroundings reservedly: "Good afternoon, everyone, please stand up. May the Silver Crown Dragon bless you.

"After the ceremony begins, you can take pictures. "

Isabelle's clear and pleasant voice sounded, and people finally stopped the ceremony.

A strange thought came to their minds.

It seems that... this princess who rarely goes out is not as shy and inarticulate as the legend says?

Isn't she quite decent?

At this time, Aiden, who was standing closely behind Aiwass, ran over under the gaze of everyone, and with his head held high, he took away the chair on the left side of the old knight Gordon.

Lily pushed Aiwass's wheelchair and parked it in an empty space with an elegant reverse. Isabel sat on the left side of Aiwass. This made those who originally wanted to sit here to get familiar with the face dare not sit here.

The result was that the seats in the middle group of the first row were all empty from Isabel to the left.

So Aiwass took the initiative to invite his classmates to sit here. Even so, the seat to Isabel's left was still empty, and Angela was next.

As Aiwass took his seat, people who had been standing and chatting quietly in various corners of the club also consciously found their seats and sat down. The person sitting one seat to the right of Gordon is a middle-aged man wearing a white suit and with neat short blond hair.

Wearing a white suit means that he graduated from the first school and practiced law. Either a judge in regular uniform or a lawyer.

He stretched out his hand and shook Gordon's hand, whispered a few words and sat down.

Going further to the right from him, it becomes a lot more mixed, with people wearing all kinds of clothes. Aiwass's eldest brother, Edward, sat in the group of seats on the left, nodded to Aiwass from a distance, and did not come over to say hello to Aiwass.

Gordon put his helmet on the chair next to his sword.

He turned his head hesitantly and greeted softly: "Mr. Aiwass."

"Chief Gordon."

Aiwass nodded at him and chuckled: "Or should I call you Inspector Gordon now?"

"It's okay. It's just a job."

The old knight obviously didn't care about his promotion: "Inspectors have things that inspectors can do, and inspectors also have things that only inspectors can do. They are all to protect Avalon, but the work content is slightly different.

"I have a question, Mr. Aiwass. I hope you can clarify it for me. May I ask, what is the relationship between Your Highness Isabel and you..."

"Ah, it's a friend."

Aiwass replied with a smile.

After he said that, he turned back and looked at Isabel.

Isabel also heard this topic and leaned forward to emphasize: "We are very good friends, Mr. Gordon."

Aiwass patted her arm gently and motioned for Isabel to sit back first.

For some reason, Isabel seemed to be in a good mood. Not only was she a little bolder than usual, she even looked a little excited - if there weren't a lot of people here, she might have hummed a song.

"Yes, Your Highness, I understand."

The old man with dark blue pupils answered without hesitation.

He looked at Isabel, who had her hands on Aiwass's wheelchair, her resolute and weathered face full of hesitation to speak.

But in the end he swallowed his words in silence. He lowered his head and pretended he didn't see anything.

The club, which was originally very lively and even noisy, soon gradually became quiet after Aiwass - or Princess Isabel appeared. It only took less than ten minutes for everyone to be seated.

Soon, except for the reporters and photographers who were still standing, as well as the supervisors and inspectors standing in the corners, there were no more people standing in the hall on the first floor. Then the door was closed tightly, and blue and white runes appeared on the wall.

The only person wearing armor was Gordon, and there weren't even many people wearing black suits. People wearing white suits accounted for one-fifth, and the rest were people wearing suits of other colors or simply wearing other clothes.

Most of them are officials - in addition to administrative officers and business officers, there are also scholars, priests, professors and executives of large companies. Aiwass also saw his mentor, Professor Bard.

More people gathered on the second floor.

They are spectators and do not need special invitations. As long as they are of age and have decent formal attire, they can come.

Aiden had found his father on the second floor of the club, waved to him excitedly, and pointed him out to Aiwass. He was a businessman with a gentle temperament, a big belly, white and fat eyes, and small eyes. The frightened middle-aged man waved his hands quickly and told him to be quiet.

At this moment, Aiwass suddenly felt something in his heart.

Because just now, Shadow Demon woke up.

【My master……】

A hoarse and vicious voice sounded from the bottom of Aiwass's heart.

[I feel that the little thief who stole the power of shadow is nearby——]

...that assassin?

Aiwass narrowed his eyes slightly.

——Do you really dare to come?

The assassin of "Eagle Eye" is quite courageous.

This time is completely different from Monday - there are many high-level transcendent beings present this time. And he learned the lesson from last time, and when he closed the door, he asked the lawyer present to seal it.

Or is she just here to monitor him?

Aiwass touched the heavy key hanging on his waist, feeling calm.

This time Aiwass was not afraid of her at all.

Rather, he was even a little impatient——

...If you don't take action, wouldn't my key be in vain?

[My master...can I take action this time? I mean, if your life is in danger...]

Shadow Fiend's voice became anxious and manic.

"Tell me first, where is she?"

Aiwass asked in his heart.

So Shadow Demon marked her target——

It gave part of its power to Aiwass. Even if there is only one level of shadow affinity, it can still accommodate a little bit of the shadow demon's characteristics.

So Aiwass gained the short-term "shadow vision" ability:

I saw Aiwass' pupils dimming slightly, as if covered with a thin and transparent black gauze.

In his field of vision, the entire space became dim. The original black shadow also turned into a transparent gray, and the color of the person hiding in the shadow became darker.

Aiwass could clearly see that the female assassin was hiding directly under the largest, trolley-like camera in the lobby on the first floor, hiding quietly in the shadows.

"No need."

Aiwass calmly withdrew his gaze, and then calmly replied in his heart: "I won't need you this time, Shadow Demon. Just see how I do it."

【...Okay, Master】

Shadow Demon's voice gradually became calm and cold. But it made her husky and mature female voice become clearer and more like a human voice.

[Then I will hibernate here silently... and wait and see]

The implication is that if Aiwass finds that he can't beat him and calls him again, then he may not be obedient.

Although it is greedy for the sacred flesh and blood that is voluntarily offered, demons are always arrogant.

Since it has already said that it is not needed, it will not rush to help.

"certainly."

Aiwass raised the corner of his mouth: "I won't let you down."

He knew that if he could handle the situation well now, such as defeating an enemy more powerful than him, or even just surviving from the enemy... Shadow Demon would respect him even more. Being able to solve problems without relying on Shadow Demon's power just shows the strength of his mind and outstanding talents.

That is different from the almost irresistible temptation and control of the devil brought by the "Pastoral Law", and is truly the recognition of the devil.

Just like Aiwass is willing to challenge the evil warlock Veronica with his weak body.

After careful and meticulous planning and conspiracy, in the end, a weak body faces the strong one, and wins perfectly or bites off the opponent's flesh and blood... This is the core principle of the way of transcendence.

And this requires him to have enough "talent" and "courage".

——The principles of transcendence are rebellion and victory.