Work Prophet
Chapter 668 - 41 What’s the Price?

Chapter 668: Chapter 41 What’s the Price?

Galin had everything planned out, but Gwen’s appearance threw all her plans into disarray.

The latter’s words were like iron laws for the current Immanuel Family, indisputable.

So now, she could only swiftly search her mind for a suitable proxy knight.

Gwen continued, "Let’s set the duel for after the noon feast, which should also give Miss Angela enough time to pick her proxy knight."

The housekeeper nodded reluctantly.

The deadline was indeed generous, but choosing a proxy knight was no easy task; firstly, the martial skill must be excellent, and more importantly, loyalty was paramount.

Standing in for Angela to fight, winning was fine, but losing would offend the next Family Head of the family, a task not everyone was willing to undertake.

As expected, when Galin searched for highly skilled vassals in the hall, two people in a row declined her.

Without needing any profound political acumen, it was clear that Angela had already lost much ground just by proceeding to the duel.

Compared to Harman who was well-prepared in advance, the housekeeper searching for a fighter on the spot seemed destined to lose.

However, in front of Angela, Galin still tried to muster her spirits, not wanting her lover to worry, she kept saying, "It’s okay, I still have a backup plan."

Only Galin herself had no idea what that backup plan was.

But she had survived far more dangerous situations than this more than once, so Galin did not despair, knowing that the most important thing now was to calm down first.

Panic is always the greatest enemy.

She forced her brain to start operating again, searching for a possible turnaround.

The housekeeper’s gaze swept over everyone in the hall, finally resting on Miss Rabbit... on the person closely following her.

The next moment, her eyes lit up.

Without hesitation, the housekeeper walked towards that figure.

When Ireya saw Galin, she took the initiative to greet her, "How is it? Has Angela chosen her proxy knight?"

"Not yet," Galin didn’t hide the truth, "I haven’t found the right person yet."

"I was actually hoping to enter the fray myself," Miss Rabbit said regretfully, "It’s been a long time since I’ve had a good workout."

The housekeeper nodded and said, "If Sir Irelia could lend a hand, this battle would surely be foolproof."

After saying this, she turned to Li Yu, "Prophet Merlin, I’ve heard your followers call you Miracle Spreader because you always accomplish great deeds that no one else can.

"To be frank, we are currently facing some trouble. I can’t find a proxy knight to win the duel for Angela, do you have any ideas?"

Li Yu nodded, "I do."

A look of surprise appeared on Galin’s face, and she immediately said, "Name your price, no matter how much it is, I can gather it for you."

"No need, this is free of charge."

"What?" The housekeeper doubted her own ears, as she was almost out of options by now and had placed all her hopes on the man before her.

So she was prepared, no matter how outrageous the other party’s demands, she would grit her teeth and agree.

But Li Yu told her it was free of charge.

According to Galin’s past life experience, there was no such thing as a free lunch in this world.

Therefore, she was still waiting, waiting for Li Yu to state his additional conditions.

But Li Yu only asked, "When is Miss Angela available? I can teach her a few moves right now, and as long as she can learn them, winning the duel should be no problem."

"But our deal is not yet finalized." The housekeeper said, "What do you wish to obtain from me?"

"I told you, this is free of charge." Li Yu said, "You could actually have let Miss Angela come and find me directly. She is a follower of the Double Rest Sect and can seek my help anytime."

"As long as I am available, I will help her solve her problems, and I happen to be free right now."

Galin was stunned; she hadn’t expected the problem that was bothering her to be resolved so easily and without any cost.

Miss Rabbit, standing beside her, chuckled and said, "I bet you are thinking right now that it would be nice to believe in the Double Rest Sect."

The housekeeper did not deny it and earnestly said to Li Yu, "I will keep my promise and provide all the support I can to spread the teachings of the Double Rest Sect on the family’s lands."

She paused, then added, "I will go and call Angela over right now. But you said earlier that she herself must participate in the duel. Won’t that be too dangerous?"

"As long as she does as I say, only her opponent will be in danger." Li Yu said, "Help us find a vacant lot to practice on."

Having finished his request, he turned to the lady beside him and said, "I would like to borrow your Hand of Judgment as well."

......

The luncheon began promptly, and one exquisite dish after another was served.

Given the wealth of the Immanuel Family, the dishes they provided were naturally of high quality, many of which other nobles had never eaten or even heard of.

Even Gwen was thoroughly enjoying her meal, which is why she did not notice that Angela was no longer there.

In fact, in the eyes of most people, Angela was merely Galin’s puppet, and her personal presence or absence was of no real importance.

Besides, her disappearance at this critical juncture clearly meant she was off to choose a proxy knight.

However, Harman had also noticed that Angela had left with Prophet Merlin of the Double Rest Sect, a fact he couldn’t help but be concerned about.

After all, living in the West, it was hard not to have heard of Prophet Merlin’s great fame. It was said that the rise of the Arias family was closely related to the Double Rest Sect, and Harman was somewhat worried that Li Yu might also lend a hand to help Angela.

But at the same time, he wondered if he might be worrying too much. With just the time of a luncheon, it should’ve been too late for Li Yu to assist Angela, even if he wanted to.

Moreover, Angela had only joined the Double Rest Sect a few days ago, and likely had no rights to use a Holy Artifact. With that thought, Harman felt considerably reassured.

Sure enough, the luncheon was not yet over when Li Yu came back with Angela.

The latter hurriedly gulped down a few bites of food to fill her stomach.

Harman observed his sister’s expression closely and noticed that Angela seemed even more anxious than when she had left, her gaze somewhat vacant.

Once Angela had finished eating, Gwen announced the start of the duel and then looked toward Miss Mongoose.

"Is your proxy knight chosen?"

Angela shook her head, "I haven’t found a proxy knight."

"Oh, so do you plan to concede?"

"No, I will enter the fray myself."

Upon Angela saying this, everyone present was stunned.

Rafael shook his head vigorously, knowing his sister all too well, he began to urge her, "Angela, don’t act out of spite."

"I’m not acting out of spite." Miss Mongoose, remembering the Holy Artifact that the Prophet from the Double Rest Sect had bestowed upon her, straightened her back and spoke in a trembling voice.

"Moreover, for your safety, I hope you can concede in advance."