Acting Grand Master Jean looked at Barbara, asking in surprise, "Barbara, why are you here?"
"You suffered serious injuries just a few days ago. You should be resting well, so why did you run off to a place so far from Mondstadt City?"
Looking at Barbara in front of her, the usually mature and steady Acting Grand Master Jean lost her composure and said loudly:
"Last time you ran off, if it weren't for that Mr. Arkz saving you..."
"Wait! Mr. Arkz!"
Acting Grand Master Jean looked at Arkz, who was quietly observing the scene in front of her, and memories flooded back.
So the Arkz from Springvale Farm and the Arkz who saved Fischl and her sister Barbara during the North Wind Wolf trial were the same person!
After all, in Acting Grand Master Jean's impression, it didn't seem uncommon for people from Liyue to share the same name. Moreover, the gap was too large between a powerhouse capable of protecting two weak women in the North Wind Wolf's trial, and a farmer leisurely tending fields on a farm.
This is why Acting Grand Master Jean had always assumed these Arkzs were two different people from Liyue.
"You are that Mr. Arkz from the Knights of Favonius Church before!"
"Yes! That's right! It's me!"
Acting Grand Master Jean immediately smiled and bowed to Arkz, saying, "Last time in the Knights of Favonius Church, I was too worried about Barbara's physical condition and failed to thank you, Mr. Arkz. I am lucky to meet you again today, and I must thank you properly this time."
"Thank you very much for the help and protection you gave to Fischl and Barbara, Mr. Arkz."
Arkz nodded and smiled, "Successfully passing the trial of the North Wind Wolf King wasn't solely my achievement; Fischl and Barbara also helped me a lot."
"It was thanks to the assistance from Fischl and Barbara back then that we were able to defeat the North Wind Wolf King smoothly."
Regarding Arkz's praise, Fischl and Barbara laughed happily, showing no hint of modesty or refusal, because in their view, the trial of the North Wind Wolf King could not have been passed successfully without any one of the three of them.
However, Jean only took it as Arkz being polite.
After all, in the eyes of many, how could a gentle nun who was only skilled in healing possibly not be a burden in such a cruel and intense trial!
Many even thought that Arkz and Fischl probably had to expend significant energy protecting Barbara at that time. Some even wondered if the trial would have been easier if Barbara hadn't participated, leaving only Arkz and Fischl.
After all, Barbara's Hydro Element healing was truly unsuitable for use on the battlefield. On a fierce battlefield, a water ring humming a song, surrounded by colorful musical notes and healing abilities, suddenly spinning around you would undoubtedly make you the focus of attention, the target of concentrated fire.
Furthermore, the Frozen reaction between the Hydro Element and the Cryo Element creates a binding effect. Therefore, Hydro Element healers are particularly prone to being targeted by opponents and becoming internal liabilities. Thus, people were more inclined to have a Hydro Element healer like Barbara stay in the rear.
Based on historical records and the analysis of residual elemental traces at the scene, the North Wind Wolf King mastered both Anemo Elemental Power and Cryo Element Power.
The restraint that the Cryo Element Power has on Hydro Element healers is common knowledge within the Knights of Favonius.
With so many people gathered at Arkz's farm, the atmosphere instantly became very harmonious.
The few people present were all friendly and easygoing individuals, and since they all had a connection with Arkz, they easily became friends.
To entertain these sudden visitors, Arkz specially prepared a lavish dinner for everyone.
The delicious ingredients, enhanced by Arkz's culinary skills, allowed everyone present to enjoy the meal immensely.
Siegfrieda even enjoyed honey glazed carrot fried meat that was more delicious than what was served at The Good Hunter.
After enjoying dinner, everyone began to chat around the bonfire.
Encouraged by everyone, Noelle mustered the courage to state her essential purpose.
"Mr. Arkz, please sell me some carrots!"
"I really need these carrots!"
Seeing Noelle's nervous little eyes, Arkz smiled and said, "I still have some carrot stock, and the second batch of carrots newly planted on the farm will also mature soon."
"Selling you some is naturally not a problem."
"However, can you tell me what you need these carrots for, Noelle?"
Noelle secretly glanced at Acting Grand Master Jean. Seeing her nod, she quickly withdrew her gaze and explained, "The matter is like this..."
Only after Noelle's explanation did Arkz realize that his carrots had actually caused such a huge stir in Mondstadt, even drawing out people from the Abyss.
Moreover, based on Noelle's description—a golden-haired Damselette standing with the Abyss faction, possessing immense power—could this be the detestable little sister?!?!!!
Shocking!!! The Abyss Princess attacked the Acting Grand Master of the Knights of Favonius of Mondstadt, and it was actually for the carrots from Springvale Farm!
How miraculous are the carrots of Springvale Farm? For details, please send a letter to Springvale Farm in Springvale.
Springvale Farm welcomes your arrival!
Arkz immediately thought about how popular his Springvale Farm would become if he could publish this advertisement in some major magazine.
However, it was useless.
Because intelligence concerning the Abyss was controlled by various nations and could never pass censorship.
Furthermore, if the news were published, the protagonist of the incident, the Abyss Princess Lumine, would definitely come looking for trouble with him.
"What a pity, such a good advertisement."
"Noelle, I didn't expect things to be so complicated. You and Acting Grand Master Jean really had a tough time."
Noelle shook her head, "Not really. I didn't play any role in this; I was actually a burden to Acting Grand Master Jean."
"I still have many areas where I need training and growth!"
Seeing Noelle's serious and determined expression, both Acting Grand Master Jean and Arkz showed relieved smiles.
Noelle had always been a good child who caused worry. Now that she could grow up, all the efforts of the Knights of Favonius members were not in vain.
However, seeing this scene, Barbara's face showed a look of dejection.
"Sister, why do you like Noelle so much, that you won't even look at me?"
"Have I disappointed you, Barbara?"
Looking at the disappointed expression on Barbara's face, Rosaria, who had been silently drinking, put down the wine bottle in her hand.
She helplessly looked up at the sky and sighed, "Such a contrary and troublesome pair of sisters."
Just then, Arkz looked up and his gaze collided with Rosaria's.
Rosaria blinked her eyes and gave Arkz a meaningful look.
Arkz: "???"
Not understanding what Rosaria meant, Arkz moved through the crowd and came to her side.
This action naturally drew everyone's attention, including Acting Grand Master Jean.
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