A Level One Awakened is considered a strong individual no matter where they are, and they aren't common, at least not in a border town like Ximu Town.
Even under Lord Leighton, the number of Level One Awakened is limited. Lu Wen is just an Apprentice Awakened, far from the power of a true Level One.
Yet even with just his status as an Apprentice Awakened, he's important enough to Lord Leighton to have gained considerable authority and to work for him.
Lu Wen was even more intrigued when he heard Duke's straightforward admission.
He dismounted from his horse, his large frame clad in polished scale armor, a heavy Warhammer hanging at his waist, exuding an aura of iron and blood.
He approached Duke, slightly restraining his aura. He could act haughtily towards others, but when facing a true Level One Awakened, he had to show some respect.
