Diary of Guarding Monster Girls-Chapter 407 - 272 Passers-by and Questions (Happy Little New Year!)_2

Chapter 407: 272 Passers-by and Questions (Happy Little New Year!)_2

Even though they and I are not destined to walk the same path, my path is destined to align with the Monster Girls.

Even though... he knew deep down he didn’t belong here, this place was just a temporary dwelling.

Yet the people of the Monastery chose a different path.

They had long since accepted Herbert without reservations, seeing him as a part of this place.

Herbert didn’t think he belonged here, but this place had already considered him one of their own.

This acceptance stirred a complex emotion in Herbert’s heart.

There was gratitude, and also a hint of bewilderment.

This...

Although there was a bit of confusion in his heart, Herbert did not show this emotion on his face.

His lips curved into the most perfect arc, he slightly bowed in return to everyone, his eyes sweeping over, making eye contact with each person, and warmly greeting.

"Good morning, everyone."

"Please don’t mind me, I’m just passing through."

Really.

I’m truly just a Paladin passing by, looking to get some food in the kitchen to replenish my body...

To you, I’m merely a passerby.

"..."

Though surprised by Herbert’s words, the others sensed a bit of reluctance beneath his expression. 𝑓𝘳𝑒𝑒𝓌𝘦𝘣𝘯ℴ𝑣𝘦𝑙.𝘤𝑜𝑚

But they didn’t press, heeding Herbert’s request, and after saluting, no longer paid attention to him, continuing their previous tasks.

"Phew..."

Just as Herbert finished returning the salutation and was about to relax, a tall figure slowly walked out from the shadows beside him.

"Herbert."

"Hmm? Your Excellency, Chief Judge."

Herbert turned back at the sound, seeing the appearance of the person who came.

The Chief Judge at this moment was wearing a pure black robe, although it couldn’t fully cover his knotted muscles, it added a bit of steadiness to his wild air.

When did he arrive?

Herbert was a bit surprised.

If the Chief Judge hadn’t spoken, Herbert wouldn’t even have known how long he had been quietly observing there.

How could I not notice at all?

"Hmm."

The black robe gently swayed with his steps, under the hood, his face was stern and profound, making it hard to discern his expression... and his bald head.

The case is solved.

The reason Herbert didn’t notice the Chief Judge initially was because his bald head didn’t reflect light!

Without the glaring bald head, the Chief Judge’s presence suddenly diminished.

The effect of "a bald head appearing in the crowd" and "a hooded man appearing in the crowd" is indeed different.

While teasing the Chief Judge’s whimsical "hairstyle" in his heart, Herbert outwardly asked curiously: "With this attire, are you heading somewhere?"

The three Cardinals generally show themselves in red robes, always appearing the same way.

But now, the Chief Judge was dressed in this special black robe... where was he going?

"I’m heading to the Sanctuary."

The Chief Judge walked up to Herbert and looked down at this young Paladin he had always thought highly of.

He could see the confusion in the young man’s eyes, knowing that he was somewhat resistant to being accepted by others.

But it didn’t matter, young people have the privilege of being confused.

Herbert still had plenty of time to think and make his own choices.

The Chief Judge nodded slightly with satisfaction, then slowly opened his mouth, his voice low and powerful: "You come with me too."

After speaking, he said no more, turning to head towards the secret passage leading to the Monastery’s underground.

Hmm?

Hey!

I just returned from there yesterday, I’ve already been once!

What exactly are you planning?

Are you playing with me?

"...Well, never mind." Although Herbert was full of doubts, he still obediently followed along.

The matter of an extra breakfast could wait, after all, missing a meal wouldn’t starve him, so he might as well follow and see.

Herbert was genuinely curious about what the Chief Judge intended for him to do... Surely he was not dragging him to the Sanctuary just for a chat?

I chatted with the Archbishop yesterday, what else could you make me discuss?

The path to the Sanctuary was extraordinarily quiet, neither of them took the initiative to speak, silently passing through dark corridors, they effortlessly reached the Monastery’s underground.

Outside the Sanctuary, the Chief Judge stopped, slightly bowing to the waiting Ashen Bishop.

"Your Excellency, Guardian, it’s time for the shift change, according to the Monastery’s rules, for the next period, I’ll be taking over watching the Sanctuary."

Afterward, the Chief Judge walked beside the Ashen Bishop, arms crossed, standing vigil outside the Sanctuary, silently guarding.

"Is it that time again?"

The Ashen Bishop shook her head, seemingly yawning before slowly speaking: "Time really flies... huh? Child, why are you here too?"

She seemed to finally notice Herbert, looking him over with great interest.

"Eh?"

The Ashen Bishop let out a soft sound of surprise, carefully scrutinizing various details of Herbert, then softly said:

"Child, you no longer seem confused by the words of the old man, but you have new perplexities."

The eyes hidden under her hood seemed exceptionally sharp, not only seeing through destiny but also detecting those subtle differences.

Compared to the confusion when he left yesterday, Herbert now, though still somewhat confused, was relatively clear-minded.

Did he come out by himself? So fast!

"Not bad, hehe, really not bad."

The Ashen Bishop couldn’t help but praise him with a couple of words, sighing: "Looking at you now, it’s also my time to intervene, come with me, and I’ll help you solve that little problem."

After saying this, the Ashen Bishop, finally shedding her work post, prepared to take Herbert to her personal relaxation space.

But just before setting out, before Herbert could speak, someone else was already displeased.

"Ah, Your Excellency, what... what are you planning to do?"

The Chief Judge coughed a little, complaining: "I brought Herbert here, I was hoping to chat with him during this time."

Herbert guessed right.

The Chief Judge had brought Herbert here just to have a friend to chat with during the tedious guarding.

That was the only purpose, truly nothing else.

Yet now, even this sole hope was about to be snatched away.

"Hmm? Do you have any objections?" The Ashen Bishop glanced back, faintly scanning with her eyes.

!!!

The Chief Judge, instinctively standing straight in the moment, swiftly bowed and nodded towards the Ashen Bishop.

"... No, none at all! Take your time! Hope you two have fun!"

He realized that when one’s strength wasn’t sufficient, it’s better not to recklessly undertake some actions.

Or else, one could be reprimanded!

"Hmm, that’s more like it."

The Ashen Bishop smiled contently, nodding: "Then keep up like this."

After speaking, with a gentle flick of her finger, a large Teleportation Gate appeared in the empty space before the Sanctuary, leading Herbert into that mysterious gate.

Behind the gate was a special space, a Half-Plane filled with endless books.

Herbert had already guessed that this was probably the Ashen Bishop’s Half-Plane.

Soft light emanated from the sky, yet no light source was visible.

The space was tranquil, tens of thousands of books lurking silently in the sky.

Quiet.

Here, it was so quiet it seemed that time had stopped, only they two, accurately speaking, only Herbert’s light footsteps echoed.

Finally, after a while of walking, the Ashen Bishop in front stopped by a pile of books.

She stopped, slowly turned around, looking into Herbert’s eyes, and softly asked:

"Child, I can feel your confusion, are you troubled by the perplexity of your heart? The malice of others? Or from others’ kindness?"

Her voice was like a warm spring breeze, gently caressing Herbert’s heart, causing him to fall into deep thought.

"I am the Guardian of this Monastery, and also the Keeper of Secrets, do not worry that I will tell others your secrets."

"Feel free to voice your troubles, I will help you, no matter what problem you have, I can provide answers."

Answers?

Herbert widened his eyes, a bit surprised: "Can you truly provide answers to anything?"

The Ashen Bishop nodded confidently, full of pride: "Rest assured, the books here are enough for you."

"Any secrets I know, I can tell you."

The Ashen Bishop was very confident in this.

Until Herbert asked a question she had never anticipated.

"Your Excellency, Guardian, may I ask you a question?"

After neatly arranging his armor, Herbert looked up at the confident Ashen Bishop and tentatively asked:

"Um... When you walk, why is there no sound?"

Ashen Bishop: ?

Such a precious opportunity, and you ask this?

This is what you’re curious about!!?