Ronald nodded, and began to introduce Audrey to Phil's situation.

"This child was someone I rescued from the southern district."

"Waterfall City is currently at war, so having her follow me is really too dangerous."

Ronald explained his idea of settling Phil down.

However, upon hearing this, the nun's expression towards Ronald became quite peculiar.

"Too dangerous..."

"Ronald, the church is indeed protecting civilians. But right now, is there anywhere safer in Waterfall City than being with you?"

"You're not joking, are you?"

"..."

Ronald was rendered speechless for a moment.

To be honest, Audrey's words were not without merit.

With his current combat power, protecting someone in Waterfall City was not an issue at all. Even in the worst-case scenario, Ronald was confident he could retreat unscathed if multiple factions in the city attacked them.

The idea of settling Phil down.

Besides being influenced by his past way of thinking, there was also a consideration for his convenient movement.

"..."

Ronald remained silent due to Audrey's question, reflecting on his own behavior.

But at this moment, Phil, who had been following closely by his side, once again tugged at his coat.

"Mr. Ronald, I'm fine staying here."

"..."

Ronald halted in his tracks.

He looked at Phil, and in the young girl's gaze, there was fear, but more of a reluctance to cause Ronald further trouble.

— This child is truly smart.

From just a few words of conversation between Ronald and Audrey, she completely grasped Ronald's intentions.

Ronald felt a bit helpless for a moment.

Just like when he first awakened Phil, he wasn't sure how to handle the current situation.

Fortunately, Ronald wasn't alone.

At this moment, Audrey crouched down and gently patted Phil's head: "Child, Ronald isn't annoyed with you; he just has things he must do."

"I know." With Audrey's soothing, Phil obediently nodded.

The nun gave Phil an encouraging smile:

"Child, I am Audrey, a nun who serves God."

"What's your name?"

Although Audrey was a church warrior, her background made her very good at interacting with children.

With just a few actions and appropriate questions, she bridged the gap with Phil.

"Phil, my name is Feite Longmeier."

"I am willing to stay in the church, Sister."

"Feite Longmeier?" Audrey repeated Phil's name, her eyes becoming curious as she asked, "Phil, is your father Waboden Longmeier?"

Little Phil didn't expect to hear this name from Audrey.

However, she quickly responded, nodding vigorously:

"That's my father's name!"

Having accepted a dire fate, Phil suddenly saw hope, and her eyes grew wet.

"Sister, do you know my father? Do you know where he is?"

"..."

Audrey did not immediately answer Phil.

The nun stood up and first gave an inquiring look at Ronald.

The two exchanged a glance, and Ronald quickly made a judgment.

At this moment, Audrey's eyes had some concerns, but not the sorrow of conveying a death message.

"Audrey, just go ahead and speak."

"Since it's Phil's family, she has the right to know."

"Alright." Since Ronald had no objections, the nun began, "Phil's father is a well-known detective in Waterfall City."

"Previously, Entlde lacked manpower, so in order to quickly remove the invading summoned creatures from the city, they actually commissioned some elite ordinary people to help."

Ronald immediately understood Audrey's concerns:

"So Phil's father is working for the Entlde government?"

"Not entirely." The nun shook her head and continued, "This commission is seen as a part of the mysteries, so the church and some local schools are also involved. It's through this channel that I learned of Phil's father's deeds."

Audrey detailed the situation.

Meanwhile, Ronald felt Phil's growing anxiousness and tension beside him.

The child desperately wanted to know about her father, yet she controlled her emotions and did not interrupt Ronald and Audrey's conversation.

Not wanting Phil to endure such agony any longer, Ronald immediately interrupted the nun's explanation:

"Audrey, let's not talk about the summoned creatures just yet."

"Let's talk about Phil's father's news."

Audrey paused her narration, a contrite expression on her face, and then she quickly spoke:

"The last I heard was that Phil's father was assisting a Caster tonight, investigating the summoned creatures' issue at the Antler Tavern in the west of the city, which is now engulfed in war as well."

"..."

Even engulfed in war.

Audrey's words were gentle, but both Ronald and even young Phil understood the truth—warfare there was in its most intense phase.

After the rebels occupied the south of the city, they naturally aimed to advance toward the governing hall directly north, which involved two eastern and western roads leading to the great waterfall above.

The southeastern district had turned into ruins, and the situation was unique.

The remaining western district had naturally become the main target of the rebels. From their journey over, Ronald and his companions had heard of the fierce fighting there.

"I, I, I can stay here..."

At this moment, little Phil choked up as she spoke.

She desperately wanted to find her father, but from the south of the city to the church, Phil had witnessed the war's dangers firsthand.

She didn't want to let Ronald face more dangers for her wish.

"Alright, Phil."

However, reality was different from what Phil imagined.

As she was on the verge of tears, Ronald crouched down, picking her up, and spoke with a smile:

"You also heard earlier, this sister nun said I'm very capable."

Phil began to sob:

"Father said... everyone has their own things to do, and it's important."

"I, I shouldn't continue to take up your time."

"..."

So considerate, it's heartbreaking.

Hearing Phil's tearful response, Ronald glanced at Audrey.

No words were necessary.

The two understood what was about to happen, so the nun gave Ronald a slight smile and performed a respectful church gesture.

Ronald returned a look.

Then he turned, carrying Phil as he walked out of the church.

"Phil, I don't actually have anything particularly important right now."

"And this sort of thing isn't much, just a battlefield, we can easily get through it."

"I'm actually quite capable!"

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