Laine immediately went downstairs to open the door.
As the door opened, a dozen Griffin Knights stood at the entrance, with Griffin Duke Ivan Ferdinand in the center. He wore a set of dark golden plate armor, had a handsome face, flowing black hair, and held the Griffin True Silver Holy Sword at his waist. He stood at the doorstep of Laine's house, smiling at him.
Beside him was a young knight, who appeared to be in his thirties. He was also clad in full Griffin armor and stood by the Griffin Duke's side. Upon seeing Laine come out, he joyfully shouted, "Oh! Laine! It's been so long!"
"Oh! Anton!" Laine happily jogged out and gave the young man a big hug. "It's been so long! Laine!"
Count Anton Ferdinand, the eldest son of the Griffin Duke, is thirty-three years old this year.
After hugging briefly, Laine turned to his godfather: "It's been a while, Ivan!"
