Fortunately, luck was on his side, at last. After endless trials and tribulations, and with a stroke of good fortune, he encountered some members of the Black Rose family and managed to enter their territory. By then, however, this new 'Chosen One' was indistinguishable from a street beggar.
After finally getting a decent meal, Asar was led by his 'benefactor' into the Black Rose Duke's mansion. He joined other newcomers in a welcome ceremony in an open square. In the center of the square, a metal stage magically rose up, protected by a high-grade magical barrier.
Then, an unknown member of the Black Rose Knights stepped onto the stage, flanked by dozens of attendants. After surveying the crowd—comprised of both excited and anxious faces—the knight's booming voice filled the air, instantly drawing everyone's attention. Even the newcomers felt a surge of emotion well up within them.
