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Chapter 284 - 284 283 Glory to the Dragon Knight (Added

Chapter 284: Chapter 283: Glory to the Dragon Knight (Added Chapter, Seeking Monthly Pass) Chapter 284: Chapter 283: Glory to the Dragon Knight (Added Chapter, Seeking Monthly Pass) Traveling with the two Grand Scholars, the speed of their return journey was not fast.

Upon reaching You Guang Ji and meeting up with Big Dumb Bear Grof who had been waiting there, the team now had four Phantom Beast Knights—enough to traverse the Snowfield and pass through Mountain River Trade Route.

Along the way, Snow Ghosts were a frequent sight, but not a single Snow Demon made an appearance.

“It must be that during the great battle, Snow Giant Da summoned all the Snow Demons, leaving none behind, and now the void they left has not yet been filled,” Roland speculated. Otherwise, traveling the trade route at this time of year would require utmost caution, as Snow Demons would typically be encountered.

“It’s possible,” Russell agreed deeply.

Not only did the team not encounter any Snow Demons during the day, but even at night, as he rode the Little Dream Dragon around, Russell still couldn’t see any Snow Demons.

This left the Little Dream Dragon without any outlet for its ire, and it had to vent its frustration on the hordes of Snow Ghosts.

The absence of Snow Demons meant no Ice Soul Pearls, and without Ice Soul Pearls, the Little Dream Dragon’s growth would be delayed—not a piece of good news.

Moreover, with Snow Demons gone from the Snowfield, the Shadowflame Dragon hibernating inside Shadowflame Volcano would likely be anxious and stressed, because it too needed Ice Soul Pearls to heal its wounds and recover from the essence lost in the two consecutive great battles, in order to regain its former glory.

“It’s a good thing we can still hunt Snow Ghosts,” Roland said as he handed over several Ice Pellet Pearls he had obtained from hunting Snow Ghosts. “Feed these to Rossay so it can meet everyone sooner.”

“Thanks, big brother,” Russell said without any formality.

Roland smiled, “We are family, real brothers—no need for thanks. Keep it up, Russell. The glory of the Fluorescent Fungi Family now rests on father and you.”

“What are you talking about, big brother? The Fluorescent Fungi Family will eventually be passed on to you, and you have an unquestionable responsibility,” Russell replied.

“Ha ha,” Roland laughed. “Let us encourage each other.”

It must be said that after a setback, Roland truly had become much more mature than before, and his demeanor was much warmer. He no longer exhibited the inexplicable sense of superiority he used to, nor was he constantly on guard against Russell.

Of course, Russell knew that it’s hard to change one’s nature.

He had a fairly clear idea of what kind of person Roland was during nearly a year together, but that was no longer important. After becoming a Knight, Russell would start his own foundation and create his own family.

There was no conflict of interest between him and Roland.

Roland didn’t need to worry that Russell would take over the heritage of the Fluorescent Fungi Family; indeed, having Russell as a neighbor could lead to fruitful cooperation between their families in the future.

After all, the same blood flowed in their veins, making them more trustworthy than outsiders.

“We’re home,” Roland murmured softly from atop his Nightmare Specter Horse as the team descended from the Snowfield and arrived at the familiar Red Bat Grotto. “I wonder when father returned home. Grandmother and mother must be very happy now.”

“And Lola,” Russell suddenly remembered his sister. “Lola must be happy too.”

“Yes, Lola too,” agreed Roland before shaking his head. “What a pity that we left in such a hurry that I didn’t prepare a gift for her.”

Russell shrugged, “I forgot too… but it’s not like we have to buy gifts for Lola every time we go out, right?”

Roland laughed, “Why not? And the more expensive, the better. That girl has already started saving for her dowry. Speaking of which, she’s twelve now, just four years away from adulthood—we should indeed start preparing early.”

“When the time comes, I will prepare a generous dowry for Lola,” Russell said. He was fond of his quiet sister.

Though many times, he could hardly remember that he actually had a sister.

…

Fluorescent Castle.

Baron Romand, dressed in a resplendent baronial outfit, warmly welcomed the two Grand Scholars and the escort squad of knights.

Due to the ban on drinking issued by the Council of Elders, the banquet featured only rich food and delightful juices, with no alcohol whatsoever.

“Lord Baron, congratulations on successfully becoming a dragon rider, the new Flying Dragon Knight of the Grand Duchy,” Grand Scholar Robert raised his juice in lieu of wine in a toast to Baron Romand, “This is your honor and the honor of our entire nation!”

“Haha,” Baron Romand laughed heartily but humbly spoke, “Not at all, I am nearing my fifties, becoming a dragon rider at this age is far too late, and there is not much time left for me to achieve great deeds.”

“You are too modest, Lord Baron,” said Grand Scholar Alexis, “You will surely live to be one hundred and ninety-five and achieve great deeds for another hundred years!”

“Haha, haha, may it come true as you say!” Baron Romand laughed loudly, “Come now, everyone, the nation forbids drinking at banquets, so let us replace wine with juice and drain our cups!”

Russell looked at the cup in his hand and chuckled, “Father, who can finish such a large cup of juice in one go? Just a sip in spirit will do.”

Baron Romand nodded, “Then, let’s take a sip.”

Thus, everyone raised their glasses and took a sip of juice. Although the absence of wine made the banquet seem somewhat dry, the atmosphere was quite good. Most importantly, as the host, Baron Romand was in high spirits, frequently greeting the guests.

Receiving such enthusiastic hospitality from a Flying Dragon Knight was an honor for anyone, so naturally, the atmosphere became even more exuberant.

The ladies did not sit at the main table.

However, Lady Ingrid and Lady Meryl, both wore faces full of smiles—one pleased with her son and one pleased with both her husband and son. As they looked at the lively atmosphere at the main table, they each glowed with pride.

Of course.

Lady Ingrid did not yet know that Russell was also about to become a Flying Dragon Knight.

Baron Romand and his wife were concerned that the lady would not keep the matter private, and if she were to write to Mrs. Roby and Mrs. Roby were to spread the word, the whole Grand Duchy would soon know.

“I always knew that Romand was the most outstanding of his peers,” smiled Lady Ingrid, her face’s wrinkles seeming to laugh along, “In his younger days, Romand’s reputation was even louder than Roland’s and Russell’s now!”

“I am well aware of that,” Lady Meryl’s eyes brimmed with pride.

“If Romand were not outstanding enough, when your father-in-law and I went to propose marriage to the Earl, he would not have looked our way with his discerning eye,” Lady Ingrid continued, “The Earl was a very proud man.”

Lady Meryl replied, “Indeed, my father did value Romand highly.”

“That’s why I don’t blame the Earl for taking the position of Finance Minister away from Romand. He was just being his upright self.”

“Father would be very pleased to have your recognition,” Lady Meryl responded.

“I am just a woman who understands nothing of the twists and turns of politics. When Rod was alive, I too basked in the glory of Red Castle’s banquets… Unfortunately, Rod left us too early, and these past years, I have not wanted to leave Glowing Valley,” said Lady Ingrid.

Rod was Russell’s grandfather, the Clay Dragon Rider of the previous generation.

Lady Meryl consoled, “Nowadays, wherever you go, people will respect you, because your son is a dragon rider.”

Mrs. Clara also consoled, “That’s right, you are the mother of a dragon rider.”

“Yes, Romand is a dragon rider,” Lady Ingrid’s mood brightened instantly, “The proudest moments of my life have been that my husband was a dragon rider, my son-in-law Davis Golden Cap was a dragon rider, and now my son is also a dragon rider.”

As she spoke, she glanced at her daughter-in-law.

Her background was not that of a great noble, but rather the daughter of a lord, who married Rod back when he was still the son of a lord.

Who would have thought that her father-in-law would suddenly find a dragon…

“Indeed, being a dragon rider is the glory of men and our glory as women as well,” Lady Meryl smiled, “I, like you mother, take immense pride in this. My father was a dragon rider, my husband is a dragon rider, and I am certain that my son will surely be a dragon rider too!”

Lady Ingrid smiled, “Yes, our little Fire Wisp is sure to become a dragon rider.”

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