Reborn As Noble

Chapter 230 Confronting the Shadows ( 230 )

As they raced forward, Erinette suddenly spoke, her voice cutting sharply through the rush of wind.

”Young Master. We wonʼt be crossing the main road toward the border.”

Javier raised an eyebrow, confusion etched on his face. ”Hah? Why? Youʼre strong, and Liana and Gloria arenʼt weak either.”

Erinetteʼs expression remained unchanged, her resolve steady. ”I know.”

She adjusted the reins slightly, guiding Silverwind deeper onto the smaller road, the terrain becoming increasingly wild as they left the well-trodden path.

”But itʼs better to take this route,” she continued, her tone calm yet firmly authoritative. ”We avoid unnecessary problems while ensuring we reach the border safely. This route bypasses the next checkpoint completely.”

Javier frowned, his unease growing. ”But you know—I also can—”

Before he could finish, Erinetteʼs sharp gaze locked onto him, an intensity that silenced his protests.

Her next words carried an unmistakable weight. ”Just do as I say, ʼYoung Master.ʼ”

Javier immediately shut his mouth. Okay, Jeez.

His arms tightened slightly around Lianaʼs waist, brows furrowing as turbulent thoughts ran in circles in his mind. Why a detour? Why avoid the main road? Sheʼs strong. Iʼm strong. Liana and Gloria arenʼt weak either.

Something wasnʼt right.

As they continued dashing forward, Erinette glanced up. The sky was darkening, the horizon painted with ominous shades of purple and blue.

Her eyes sharpened, the urgency in the air palpable.

Damn. They noticed us taking the detour.

Her grip on Silverwindʼs reins tightened slightly as anxiety flickered in her mind. This wasnʼt just a precaution; it was an instinct honed by experience.

Without looking back, her voice came out calm, but urgent. ”Young Master. Can you cast a stronger buff on our Pekkos?”

Continue your journey on

Javier, caught off guard, raised an eyebrow. ”Hah? That worried, huh? Fine, fine—leave it to me.”

He raised his hand slightly, eyes flickering with mana, determination igniting within him.

Then—

”Buff up! Boost Strength! Boost Agility! Boost Stamina! Boost Magic!”

A wave of shimmering energy erupted from his body, enveloping all three Pekkos in a radiant glow. As the magic coursed through them, their legs tensed, speed doubling, movements sharp as they embraced the heightened power.

But Javier wasnʼt finished yet.

His eyes flickered dangerously with fierce focus. ”Full Barrier! Activate!”

A transparent dome of protective energy formed around them, moving like a second skin as they dashed through the encroaching darkness.

Erinette gave a small, approving nod. ”Good. Keep that up.”

Javierʼs grin widened, fueled by excitement and adrenaline. ”Ehehehe. Now Iʼm interested. Whoʼs chasing us?”

Erinette didnʼt answer, her gaze unwavering as it remained fixed on the twisting path ahead.

”Weʼll find out soon.”

The primal instinct buried deep within Erinette urged her to remain vigilant; something was indeed pursuing them, and it wouldnʼt be long before they drew near.

”Stop here!”

Erinetteʼs voice cut through the wind like a blade, sharp and commanding.

All three Pekkos skidded to a sudden halt, dust swirling around them in a chaotic cloud.

Before anyone could react, Erinette was already issuing orders with the precision of a seasoned commander.

”Iria! Go with the Young Master! Hold the reins—faster!”

”Eh?!” Iriaʼs eyes widened in surprise, but adrenaline pushed her forward anyway.

Javier blinked, confusion flickering across his face. ”Hah? Wait—”

Before he could protest, Iria scrambled onto Buddy, her hands trembling as she grasped the reins tightly.

Erinette didnʼt give him time to complain. ”Liana! Prepare your weapon! Climb up Silverwind and get ready! Hold on tight!”

Liana nodded sharply, determination etched into her features. ”Understood!”

In one fluid motion, she vaulted onto Silverwind, drawing her weapon with practiced ease.

”Iziya! Hold the reins!” Erinette continued, her voice unwavering. ”Gloria! Prepare your weapon!”

”Huh?!” Gloria blinked, momentarily caught off guard.

”Faster!” Erinette urged, her tone brooking no argument.

Gloria immediately reacted, drawing her weapon with a flourish. ”How exciting.”

”Yes, Mrs. Erinette!” Iziya clutched the reins tightly, her face set with resolve.

In an instant, the group swapped positions, their movements efficient despite the chaos swirling around them.

”Letʼs go!” Erinette commanded, her voice slicing through the tension.

Buddy surged forward, followed closely by Pikko and Silverwind, the ground trembling beneath their powerful strides.

Javier, now riding with Iria, glanced over his shoulder, urgency lacing his words. ”Iria! Iziya! Donʼt let go of the reins! The Pekkos know where to go—just hold on!”

Iria gulped but nodded, her expression a mix of fear and determination. ”Y-Yes, Young Master!”

Iziyaʼs knuckles turned white as she gripped the reins, her voice steady despite her anxiety. ”U-Understood!”

Erinetteʼs eyes gleamed with focus. ”Silverwind! Lead the way!”

Cuquawked!

Silverwind squawked, picking up speed as the group raced forward into the unknown, the wind howling around them.

Inside Erinetteʼs mind, calculations raced at lightning speed. I canʼt fight all of them at once. Even with Liana and Gloria combined, taking down just one would be a challenge. The Young Master is strong. Too strong for them. But… thereʼs a limit.

Her eyes flickered with urgency. I need to protect them.

Without hesitation, she shouted, ”Faster, all Pekkos! Donʼt stop!”

All three Pekkos responded with a powerful cry, their legs pushing harder against the earth, kicking up dirt and wind as they accelerated further into the darkening landscape.

Javier, still holding onto Iria from behind, casually tilted his head back.

Then he saw it.

His eyes narrowed, the thrill of danger igniting within him.

Above them—

Twenty dark wyverns.

Their massive wings stretched against the twilight sky, shadowy scales blending into the encroaching darkness. A thick, eerie aura surrounded their bodies, predatory eyes locked onto the group below, glinting with malevolence.

Javierʼs lips curled into a grin, excitement bubbling within him. ”Hmm… looks like they found us, huh?”

His grip on the saddle tightened, anticipation coursing through him. ”Are you sure we shouldnʼt fight them, Erinette?”

Erinetteʼs voice was sharp, cutting through his bravado. ”Donʼt. Not now.”

Javier raised an eyebrow, intrigued. ”Huh? What do you mean?”

Her gaze remained fixed forward, unwavering as the wyverns began to close in. ”Do you really think we can fight multiple enemies at my level?”

Javierʼs eyes flickered with amusement. ”I mean… yeah?”

Erinette exhaled, the weight of responsibility evident in her posture. ”Young Master, I know you can handle three. Maybe four.”

Her expression darkened slightly, urgency threading through her voice. ”But what about Liana? Gloria? They might be able to take down one each.”

She glanced upward, her heart racing as the twenty wyverns circled closer, their wings casting ominous shadows.

Her voice was calm, yet absolute. ”But what if itʼs sixty? Seventy? More?”

Liana and Gloria exchanged serious glances, understanding dawning in an instant.

They knew.

Mrs. Erinetteʼs power was overwhelming—stronger than both of them combined.

But she was right.

Even if they could handle one-on-one fights… this wasnʼt a fair battle.

Liana tightened her grip on Silverwindʼs saddle, her determination solidifying.

Gloriaʼs playful smile faded, replaced by a steely resolve.

Javier, still grinning, closed his eyes briefly, savoring the thrill of the impending challenge.

Sixty to seventy of them, huh?

His smirk didnʼt disappear.

But now… his eyes gleamed with excitement, a fire igniting within him. This is going to be fun.

( End of Chapter )