Bringing up those two questions in such a straightforward manner in public was obviously a breach of etiquette; nearly no adult noble of Cyart would ever speak that way at a banquet.
However, a boy of around ten could very well speak in such a manner.
People believe that children are entitled to speak their mind without fear of reprimand.
The "Hunter in the Fog" of the Abernathy family, Jayern, immediately furrowed his brow and scolded his son in a low voice.
"Amos! What exactly are you saying? Don't you know the questions you're asking are impolite?"
"Sorry, father, I won't dare again..."
Amos immediately lowered his head, his face a picture of grievance, signaling he would not ask such questions again.
"It's alright, Lord Jayern, these are in fact not questions that cannot be asked," Byrne stepped forward, politely interjecting.
"Our Fischer family indeed harbors many secrets, which have always drawn considerable attention. It's only natural that people would be curious."
He looked at the boy and let out a chuckle, knowing full well that the youngster's sudden inquiry could very likely have been prompted by his father.
In truth, everyone present was eager to know these two matters, but they simply couldn't ask directly, nor could they attain answers quickly through other means.
Byrne surveyed the silent crowd and, without hesitation, brought out a well-thought-out explanation, calmly elucidating, "In fact, the power of Bloodline of the Fischer family comes from another continent."
Everyone was taken aback for a moment but then didn't find it too strange upon further thought.
Indeed, for those capable of bequeathing powers of a mighty Bloodline, crossing continents was not a difficult feat.
Byrne continued, "Therefore, the power of Bloodline possessed by the Fischer family belongs to none that you are already familiar with."
He paused for a moment before adding, "Our family's Bloodline is quite unique and manifests differently in each family member."
The crowd fell into contemplation. Could it be something like the power of a hydra?
"However, we prefer not to disclose the specifics of these Bloodline abilities, and I trust that you all can understand this."
"As for Chris Fischer and whether he has truly reached the level of a Monarch..."
Before he could finish his statement, an exceptionally intense aura burst forth from Chris, like a keen hunter locking onto every person present.
Those who were not Monarchs changed their countenance, while the nine powerful Monarch experts all appeared contemplative, sensing that robust aura which was competitive enough to contend with them on equal footing.
The aura was genuine—undeniable!
It seemed indeed true! Chris Fischer had reached the Monarch Level!
Unless, like the Earl Hovern of old, the people of the Fischer family were capable of fabricating an aura reminiscent of the Monarch Level through some special abilities.
But such cases were exceedingly rare.
A steady and profound voice rang out.
"For the Cyart people to gain a new Monarch-Level powerful expert is indeed our good fortune, and an even greater one for the Adley Royal Family!"
The speaker was a balding old man, exceptionally tall and stout, his eyes deep, always exuding an air of severity.
He was a member of the Adley Royal Family, a low-level Monarch known as "Boulder Sledge Hammer" Prince Baine, a distant relative of the current Cyart King, possessing terrifying strength and defensive power.
Like a moving fortress and in terms of sheer strength alone, he was said to be on par with a mid-level Monarch Extraordinary Exponent.
Byrne's expression suddenly brimmed with upright vigor as he nodded solemnly,
"The Fischer family of the East Coast will undoubtedly become the bulwark of Cyart people in the northeastern region!"
"As long as we are here, the despicable, shameless Rhea People and the heretic adherents of the Sea God Cult shall never again set foot on a single inch of East Coast Province!"
Many listened and nodded in approval, with some younger attendees even etching the scene deeply in their memory, viewing Byrne through a filter of admiration.
Byrne's words weren't a fabrication, he simply wasn't as agitated inwardly as he appeared to be.
The recent event was quickly glossed over, and no one delved deeper into the Bloodline-related inquiries.
They remained curious about the Fischer family's Bloodline power, but they could never imagine that the system of power they stepped into was completely different.
After all, it was far too counterintuitive.
Just as one wouldn't entertain the thought that a delicious dish of unclear ingredients could be made of stones, they would only continuously speculate about the actual ingredients involved.
The banquet continued for several days before completely concluding, with each visiting family presenting gifts. Without a doubt, the gifts from Ariel of the Romann family and Bishop Zane of the Tempest Church were the most valuable.
"Congratulations! Chris, I'll be returning to the East Coast as a Bishop. From now on, let's work together to grasp control of the East Coast," Zane said with a smile, feeling in that moment he and Chris were poised to replace the legacy of the Thunderous Monarch and Earl Hovern!
Of course, he believed their alliance would have a better outcome.
The gift from Zane was not just a congratulatory offering but also included his gratitude to Byrne, a repayment for the man who had helped him reach Monarch status.
The two pieces of Level Five Extraordinary materials he gave were incredibly valuable, treasured even by major families.
And the gift Ariel brought also signified the Romann family's support for the Fischer family; it was a four-figure Forbidden rare artifact.