House of Omen: The Indomitable Smithersmith #featured

Lady Farah

Kylian seemed conservative by nature, which often fooled people into misjudging his true nature. Kylian was actually quite sadistic and egocentric in terms of his character. He was one of those soldiers who wouldn't think twice about stabbing someone's heart with a sword if there were a need and couldn't care less about the dying orphans in the streets.

He had a stone-cold, frosty, hard, and unbreakable kind of disposition. He thought the world revolved around himself even though he adamantly shirked from displaying his true feelings in public. He had an ego bigger than an avalanche. He only cared about himself and his duties.

Kylian had gained these traits because he was raised in a militaristic family that had a strict creed, one of which was self-restraint.

The combination of self-restraint, his effeminate appearance, and his intellectual ego resulted in many people completely misinterpreting him. Nevertheless, he had an even shorter temper than Donald, but he just didn't show it most of the time.

Donald knew Kylian's true character, so when he saw the latter's reaction, he instantly knew what was on the other's mind.

"Well, it's rare to see someone ruffle your feathers to this extent, old friend," laughed McLeod. Kylian said nothing and merely continued watching over the proceedings.

It was at this point that Darius and Lara were about to face the two serpents.

Although McLeod had just mocked Kylian, regarding Darius, he was just as perturbed as his friend was. A boy with no history and no nobility actually possessed such monstrous talent. The idea in and of itself was absurd. He was completely stunned.

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Now, let's move back toward the present. While Darius was having his discussion with the old man, Kylian and Donald were having one of their own in a lobby.

As the duo was of esteemed status, their rooms were actually suites provided with many amenities and a lot of space.

The duo sat opposite one another, each one deep in thought. The events of the day had left quite an impression on them. Even if Darius's performance during the first exam could be termed amusing, then his performance in the second one was most decidedly impressive.

Donald stroked his beard for a while. Then, he sighed in resignation, "I never thought I would see someone outshine the Princess in this exam."

Kylian nodded in reply. "Indeed. She is quite the talent in her family, and considering how weak this Empire is, she is already impressive, yet somehow an unknown boy from the countryside completely outperformed her. The very notion sounds absurd."

Donald's large frame leaned on his chair as his fingers tapped the table. "I never thought I would see an Indomitable again after Lady Farah perished. I don't know whether to envy the lad or pity him. Truly a heavy burden to bear, but still. What an ability..."

Kylian massaged his temples, "The Indomitable ability is both a blessing and a curse. It can free one from all fear, unlocking their potential through inciting pure bravery and courage. However, at the same time, those with the ability are often brash and act irrationally. The ability comes with a certain arrogance toward fighting. This type of fearlessness often leads to an early demise."

Donald added on, "The Indomitable skill is extremely rare and powerful. You're forgetting just how important it is." His voice rose as he spoke with great admiration, "The last person known to have it was Lady Farah of the Desolate Wastelands in the vast deserts that lay to the south of the of Valar Empire.

Although she died over a hundred years ago while defending the Southern borders from a Spirit Horde, the likes of which had never been previously seen, she is still remembered as one of the greatest Spiritknights to ever live.