"Cough, cough,"

Leo cleared his throat.

"Forget about serving me. From now on, Wendell will be a part of Dalton. Your best reward is to stay by his side and accompany him."

Selas nodded obediently upon hearing this.

Wendell, on the other hand, was filled with gratitude.

Leo's heart truly was vast and compassionate!

At that moment, a sound like some kind of barrier breaking came from within Wendell's body!

Crack!

In the next instant, an overwhelming, long-suppressed aura erupted from Wendell's body like a flood of starry rivers breaking through a dam!

The pent-up tension in his heart was lifted, and the rank barrier that had been stalled for so long collapsed with a thunderous sound!

He had reached Sanctuary Lord rank!

"Congratulations, my friend!"

Albert laughed heartily, offering his congratulations.

Kewen wore a proud expression on his face.

Leo, however, was not surprised.

This had been a natural progression.

Soon, the aura of this newly ascended Sanctuary Lord rank powerhouse spread throughout the entire Emerald Starfield!

"What?!"

"Has someone in the Emerald Starfield reached Sanctuary Lord rank?!"

"How long has it been since the God of War from Arcane Star Domain broke through?!"

"The Starborn Goddess has blessed our Emerald Starfield! Hahaha!"

"Quick! Immediately investigate who has made this breakthrough!"

At once, various forces within the Emerald Starfield began taking action.

Only a few old-timers from Wendell's generation, who sensed this familiar and powerful aura, furrowed their brows.

"This is... Wendell's aura?"

"Wasn't he already..."

"Looks like the rumors were wrong!"

"He must have gone into seclusion to study the secrets of Arcane magic!"

Upon thinking this, their faces showed expressions of relief.

They were even happier to know that, with this breakthrough, the status of the Emerald Starfield would rise, and they wouldn't need to worry about being swallowed up or enslaved by the Arcane Star Domain!

However, when they followed the aura to the remote planet, Wendell and his group were already gone!

...

In the depths of the starry sky.

"Sir, truly, you don't want to come with us?"

Wendell asked Kewen once more, with a sincere tone.

Kewen shook his head, his smile calm and content.

"Seeing you grow into a towering tree, I am satisfied. Now, I just want to stay here in this homeland and peacefully live out the rest of my life."

Some seek eternal life and invincible power, but others cherish the peace and belonging of their hearts more.

He had lived long enough, seen the cycle of life and death, and had no great desire for that ultimate path.

Wendell's expression grew dim, but he no longer insisted.

"Sir... please take care of yourself."

In the end, Wendell turned and, together with Leo, embarked on the journey to Dalton Town.

Kewen stood where he was, watching his disciple disappear at the edge of the starry sky, his face breaking into the most contented smile of his life.

Then, his figure gradually became transparent, eventually dissolving into countless specks of light, vanishing into the starry sky.

...

Wendell suddenly had a strong sense of foreboding, his heart filled with mixed emotions.

From now on, the road ahead was long and high, and this parting might well be the final one!

"Wendell, what's wrong?"

Selas asked, looking at Wendell with concern as she gently comforted him.

Wendell suppressed the surging emotions within him and grasped her hand.

"I'm fine, Selas. Let's go."

Selas could tell that he was hiding something deep inside, but she wisely chose not to press further, simply nodding gently.

At that moment, Leo suddenly spoke.

"Once we reach Dalton, Selas, you should start learning magic."

Though Selas's talent was modest, with the resources Leo controlled, improving her aptitude and guiding her onto the path of magic was not a difficult task.

Wendell hesitated, unsure.

"Sir, this..."

"You can't always shelter her under your wings,"

Leo looked at Selas. "What do you think?"

Selas looked at Wendell, remembering the despair of being helpless and vulnerable in the past. Her eyes gradually became more resolute.

"Sir, I am willing to learn magic!"

She didn't want to relive the feeling of losing power and being unable to protect what was important.

Leo was right—Wendell couldn't always be by her side, and she didn't want to forever be someone who needed protection.

Becoming strong herself was the only eternal truth.

Seeing Selas's decision, Wendell no longer objected.

In fact, he was happy that Selas would have the opportunity to step onto the path of the extraordinary. He had only been hesitant because he didn't want to trouble Leo.

After all, the resources required to improve someone's aptitude were by no means small.

But what he didn't know was that, to Leo, those resources were nothing more than a speck of dust in the vast Starsea.

After all, compared to resurrecting someone from the dead, he didn't think enhancing someone's talent would consume much at all.

The group didn't know how long they had been traveling through the Starsea.

Eventually, a magnificent city that appeared to have been sculpted by the Starborn themselves appeared at the horizon of their vision.

It silently floated in the void, and its very existence was a form of silent deterrence and shock!

Wendell and Albert were visibly shaken by the sight of this city.

Is this Dalton Town?

It was even more magnificent and grand than they had imagined!

By this time, a number of powerful individuals from various starfields had already gathered around the outer perimeter of the city.

They watched, some observing, others attempting to enter, but none could cross the line.

"Sir, is that Dalton ahead?"

Wendell asked, his voice tinged with excitement.

Leo smiled proudly.

"What do you think? Pretty impressive, right?"

This was his proud creation!

Wendell and Albert nodded repeatedly, in awe.

They had lived countless years, but such a godly city was truly a sight they had never encountered before.

At that moment, someone outside the city quickly noticed Leo's group.

They looked at the unfamiliar faces, many of them not particularly concerned, thinking they were just travelers from some remote starfield passing by.

Some had planned to warn them that the area ahead was a restricted zone and they should not enter, but in the end, they chose to remain silent.

It had nothing to do with them, and there was no need to waste words.

However, the next moment, they saw Leo and his group walking straight toward the powerful energy barrier surrounding the city!

It was well known that only one person had ever entered this city!

As everyone thought they would be blocked by the energy barrier, just like all previous attempts,

Leo stopped in front of the barrier. He felt a strange sensation and turned to look at what seemed to be empty space behind them.

There, a figure stood silently, having appeared without anyone noticing.

The next moment, Leo moved slightly and instantly appeared in front of the person.

The sudden appearance of Leo startled Robin, who stumbled back, his face filled with shock.

"You... what do you want?"

The pressure Leo exerted made Robin feel as if he were facing the boundless starry sky.

Leo, however, showed no hostility. He simply asked calmly,

"Would you like to enter the city with me?"

Robin stood there in a daze, unable to believe his ears.

"You... you can go in?"

Leo nodded.

Robin fell silent for a moment before cautiously asking,

"If I follow you in, what kind of price will I have to pay?"

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