Even if you become a witch, you have to eat oranges

"It's not that easy. I have been studying with Uncle Cotton these years, and I feel that I have made great progress. The peak of a warrior is still far away."

The so-called peak naturally refers to the limit of the path of a pure warrior.The power of 'qi' in the body is full and extremely powerful. It can be released at a limited distance and is far more powerful than before.

But it's only at the level of an official witch, and at this time, the accumulation of pure 'qi' has come to an end.If you don't incorporate other powers such as 'holy light' and 'magic', you can't continue to grow.

Of course, if you do this, you will completely conflict with other professions if you lose your purity.

For Elena, even if the 'qi' can be released, it cannot reach the intensity and distance of magic.The biggest significance of this to her is that it eliminates the need for physical enhancement rituals.

After all, when a witch reaches the official level, she will find ways to make herself more comprehensive without any obvious weaknesses.

Elena's situation is that while the mixed-source witch has a wide range of abilities, she doesn't have a completely suitable path to take.There is also a path like 'Tree Shepherd' that can be taken, but Elena missed it, and there is currently no other suitable inheritance.

"I thought you were really a genius from the beginning..."

Ryan looked at Elena blankly. He didn't mention the discussion, and ran over eagerly to ask for communication.

Elena guided him without hesitation, which could be regarded as a kind of reward.

Subconsciously he glanced at the sword mark on his hand.

Her achievements come from her research on the inheritance of warriors in the past few years, which is also a warrior-like path.And the intensity goes straight to legend, and a little interpretation can make her gain a lot.

Unlike 'Demon Hunter' and 'Paladin', the Path of the Warrior does not introduce other alien energies.What it introduces is 'will'.

The addition of strong 'will' brings about earth-shaking changes and all kinds of miracles to the pure Qi.The various applications are amazing, and Elena is also very interested in it.

……

"Elena! How long do you want to talk to him?"

At dusk, Lini came over and reminded her dissatisfiedly.Elena realized it was too late.

"I am discussing something very important with Master Elena!"

"Don't say that! I don't want to be your master..."

Ryan has been listening with interest. There is a legendary peak warrior teaching him, which is simply ecstatic for him who is obsessed with martial arts and calls himself a genius.

"I think the main problem is the 'breathing method'. The fit has caused many warriors to be unable to improve. They either have to keep trying, or they can improve themselves."

"This is no small project. Who has the luxury of constantly changing breathing methods? Basically, I can only get a few. I only have three different sets of breathing methods at home..."

Ryan subconsciously questioned, but quickly stopped. He looked at Elena in shock:

"Have you modified your breathing method?!"

"Yes, with the guidance of a powerful inheritance, coupled with the mental power to explore the details, it can still be done if it takes a while. Well, that's all for today."

Elena noticed that Lini on the side was looking at her dissatisfiedly, and quickly stopped her narration.He ran to her side and touched her head, which soon made the little girl smile.

Ryan couldn't understand for a moment. Elena, who had no skills in coaching warriors, looked like a confident strong man, but now she looked almost like an ordinary girl.

Several people later came to Cotton.

"How's it going? Where are you going to live in the near future?"

"It's a bit conspicuous to find a place by yourself, and the enemy's power is not small... Uncle, do you have any recommendations?"

"There are many people in our mercenary group's stronghold. Either come with me or go with this kid."

"Hey, what do you do at home?"

Lini asked Ryan curiously. He seemed to have a complicated background.

"Uh, are you the city lord?"

Ryan answered casually, somewhat expecting their surprise.As a result, the three girls were indeed a little surprised, but not as much as they imagined.

"I didn't expect to be a noble. I thought I would never see a noble in this life." Ka Lei said with some emotion, but since becoming a witch, her concept has been somewhat changed.

Lini applauded and said:

"Well, work hard young man, you still have a future."

"No, that's the reaction." Ryan felt a little frustrated, although he was not proud of it.But he still knows what other people think of his family.

"No, there must be a lot of spies in the noble family. They are not concealed enough."

And I don’t want to be treated as a mistress or anything.Elena thought so and asked Cotton curiously:

"Uncle, do you have any plans there?"

"Of course, I have no one to look after me. Ahem, I mean there is a hidden place after all."

Several people followed Cotton, and he led them to a place close to the slums in a familiar way.

It's a big house, and although it's far from the center, it's probably worth a lot of money.

After opening the door, someone immediately came out to greet him:

"Mr. Cotton, are you back?"

She was a plainly dressed but clean girl who looked about ten years old. She turned back and shouted:

"Everyone! Mr. Cotton is back!"

There was some commotion inside soon, and children's voices came from there.

Seeing the surprised looks of Elena and others behind him, Cotton touched his head and explained:

"They are all children of my former companions."

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"Hey, seeing them reminds me of you four years ago. But now you have grown up, and the oldest of these children are almost adults."

"Time flies so fast, more than 20 years have passed in the blink of an eye..."

Cotton, a somewhat rough middle-aged man, now looked at the children in this big mansion and sighed, with a soft facial expression.

The mission of a mercenary is not only about blood and treasures, but also a lot of sacrifices.

Those companions who used to fight with each other, cover each other when going on missions, and drink and brag together in the pub when they return are now very few.

These children are the traces left in this world by those friends who have gone to another world.

"Is this why you were willing to help us at that time?"

Elena was a little curious, but Cotton said directly:

"Part of it. I personally hate those cultists..."

After understanding some of the situation, Lini asked curiously:

"Don't you have any pension for your mercenary group? You need to support these children yourself."

"Of course. We are a regular, large-scale mercenary group with a history."

Cotton retorted first. It seemed that he still had a strong sense of belonging to his mercenary group.But then the tone became a little gloomy:

"Mercenaries often go out, and the relationship between husband and wife is relatively weak. After some people die, their wives quickly make money and marry someone else. Some even have both parents passed away."

"The mercenary group also has support facilities, but those who receive support will have to join the mercenary group in the future. I want them to have a choice in the future."

"The only problem is that I can't take care of and educate them all the time. This time I just want you to accompany them."

"No!"

Suddenly, a harsh and childish voice sounded. It was the little girl who opened the door before.She had been listening quietly and obediently, but now she was a little excited:

"Uncle Cotton is already very good! He brings us gifts every time! He also gives us food and shelter..."

"Little Doreen, don't get too excited. You have to get along well with these sisters in the future."

Cotton patted the girl on the shoulder and pointed at the three girls.

"Aren't you just like us?"

Doreen seemed to sense that they were not new companions, so she asked some anxious questions.

"Yes, we are just staying here for a while."

Elena replied, trying her best to show a gentle smile towards the other party.During the time when I was working in the secret realm, comforting the injured and anxious witch was considered a required course.

Although she has covered up her appearance now, she still looks very friendly, which may also be related to the temperament brought by her own characteristics.

Doreen's vigilant face relaxed a little, and she said happily:

"Welcome! Everyone - come here!"

Some children emerged from the depths of the room. Most of them were girls, and they all looked at them curiously and timidly.

"Three more girls here shouldn't attract attention." After a brief explanation, Cotton solemnly said to the three of them before leaving:

"I believe you, but I still have to remind you."

His expression and attitude all told how serious he was at this moment, and he suddenly changed from a kind uncle to a powerful mercenary captain:

"If you have any actions, it's best to hide them and don't implicate them."

"Not at all, I promise."

Cotton then left, and the three girls moved into this place from today on. There are still many free spaces in the big house.

Elena observed that there were six children here, four of whom were girls.

12-year-old Doreen is the most stable of these children. She usually takes care of the other children like a little adult.At this meeting, he also took the initiative to introduce the three of them:

"This side is the kitchen, this side is the bathroom, and that side is the storage room..."

A group of children followed behind them, all looking at the three of them curiously from time to time, but none of them made much noise.

Soon, night came.

In order to improve the relationship, Elena took the initiative to ask for help.We cooked a sumptuous dinner and set a large table in front of the children's stunned eyes.

There are fragrant broths, white and tender tofu, vegetable chowder, soft grilled pizza, etc...

Some of the seasonings are not available here, but Elena brought some with her.Some ingredients were quickly processed using magic.

"This is too wasteful. A lot of ingredients and seasonings are used up..."

While other children's eyes sparkled, Doreen murmured quietly.He looked at Elena with a look that said, "What a loser."

"What are you talking about! If Elena is willing to take action, you are simply lucky... If you have the seed, don't eat it later!"

Lini immediately quit and ran over to confront Doreen.

Doreen wanted to agree, but when she looked at the sumptuous dinner on the table, she swallowed without trace.She retorted:

"In our home, using our ingredients, why can't I eat it!"

"Tch, you're really spineless."

Lini is still talented at irritating others, and the two started to quarrel within a few words.

Elena had a headache and went over to stop them. She took off her apron and said:

"Everyone, please be quiet. It's time to start eating. Everyone is hungry."

Doreen looked at the other children, all looking impatient.Just now there was a naughty boy who was about to secretly take a taste, but when he saw the two of them quarreling, he silently withdrew his hand.

"Ok."

At the same time, she poked Lini's head and said speechlessly:

"You are not a child anymore. You are already an official witch and an official alchemist. Don't be so excited."

"I don't want to hear anyone say bad things about Elena!"

"That's not a bad word. Let's serve it."

Lini snorted, but still sat down in her seat obediently.Ka Lei has been silently there for a long time

I waited.

After preparing for the meal, under the slightly swaying candlelight on the table, Doreen began to lead the children in praying before the meal:

"Thank you, Goddess, for blessing us with healthy bodies and delicious food..."

The children all closed their eyes and prayed seriously. Some naughty ones secretly opened their eyes, and were immediately stared back by Doreen.

The Holy See has a great influence in the human realm. Basically, most people are its followers, and there are also many devout people.

The three people here are somewhat embarrassed.