A Will Sovereign Chapter 17: Chapter 17— Departure.

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One month passed quietly within the Del Ray estate. And during that month— Soldret changed rapidly. His control over essence became increasingly stable. The segmented weapon gradually responded more naturally beneath his control. And more importantly— his combat instincts sharpened tremendously under Caelon's constant supervision. Yet despite all that— the atmosphere within the estate slowly became heavier as the departure date approached. Especially for Lyanna. ----- The morning of departure finally arrived beneath pale silver skies. At the front courtyard of the Del Ray estate— a sleek Astra-guided machine rested silently near the gates. Unlike ordinary transport vehicles— this one resembled a massive black combat bike forged from metallic alloy and Astra circuitry. Its frame was long and aggressive. Several silver essence lines glowed beneath the dark body while the rear Astra-engine emitted a deep low hum powerful enough to distort the surrounding air slightly. Two enormous anti-gravity rings slowly rotated beside the rear wheel structure. The vehicle itself floated slightly above the ground. Like a machine built for crossing continents at terrifying speed. Meanwhile— inside the estate halls— the atmosphere remained unusually quiet. Soldret calmly walked through the corridors dressed in dark travelling robes. The Martial Peak token rested securely around his waist while the segmented weapon case remained attached behind his back. Several servants bowed respectfully as he passed. Yet his eyes occasionally drifted toward the upper floors of the estate. Because since early morning— Lyanna had completely refused to come outside. Even when Seraphina tried speaking with her earlier— she still locked herself inside her room stubbornly. Roiner sounded amused. "Looks like your little sister is preparing for emotional warfare." Soldret ignored him. Meanwhile— outside the estate entrance— Caelon calmly stood beside the hovering Astra-bike. Silver circuitry beneath his black combat suit pulsed faintly while the machine beside him emitted a deep mechanical hum powerful enough to distort the surrounding air slightly. Several guards stood nearby silently. Unlike Lyanna— Caelon remained calm outwardly. But even he occasionally glanced back toward the estate entrance. Clearly waiting. Seraphina quietly stood nearby as well. As always— her expression remained composed. Yet her eyes subtly carried traces of concern while observing Soldret. Eventually— Caelon finally spoke. "The Eastern Continent isn't like Astravale." His gaze sharpened slightly. "Strength determines almost everything there." Soldret lightly nodded. "I know." Meanwhile— Seraphina suddenly stepped closer. Then— unexpectedly— she adjusted Soldret's collar slightly. Her movements were calm. Gentle. Almost motherly. "Your essence flow is stable." "But don't overtrain once you arrive." "If things become too difficult… you can always come back." She tapped his cheek lightly with a soft smile on her face. Soldret quietly nodded. Then— silence followed briefly. Because everyone realized something. It was almost time. Eventually— Caelon calmly exhaled. "You should leave now." "The earlier you arrive at the Eastern Continent, the better." Soldret lightly nodded. Then— he finally turned toward the estate gates. One step. Two steps. The morning wind quietly moved through the estate grounds. Then— suddenly— BANG! A door violently opened somewhere behind him. "Brother!!" Soldret stopped instantly. The next moment— rapid footsteps echoed throughout the estate. Several servants quickly moved aside in surprise. Then— Lyanna suddenly rushed out from the manor barefoot. Her lavender night robe looked messy while tears continuously streamed down her face. Even Linley frantically chased behind her in confusion. "Young Miss—!" One servant tried speaking— but Lyanna ignored everyone completely. She directly crashed into Soldret before tightly hugging him. "So stupid…" Her voice trembled heavily. "