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Chapter 382: Chapter 381: The Number One Shadowflame Chapter 382: Chapter 381: The Number One Shadowflame Humiliation, this was naked humiliation.

As a lord of the grand duchy, Russell humiliated the count of the Grand Duchy, one of only two counts, Earl Osclo Water Willow, in front of everyone.

Osclo, pinned under Russell’s foot, his eyes filled with endless rage, had never been humiliated like this before. Even Grand Duke Kunstan would have to respectfully call him “Uncle” upon seeing him.

His life had always been smooth sailing, revered and flattered by countless people, accustomed to feeling superior.

He could strike even the daughter of a Dragon Knight if he desired!

How spirited he was!

And now,

he was being pinned face-down to the ground by an eighteen-year-old, unable to move.

How could this scene not cause Osclo’s face to turn red with rage, fury wildly burning in his heart, issuing a low growl like a wild beast.

“Russell!”

However, along with the rage and growls, a chilling fear inevitably arose deep within Osclo’s heart.

Just moments ago,

Russell, the young man whom he had secretly envied, but outwardly disregarded,

had severely injured his family’s three-headed bipedal flying dragon, as well as all the pride he took in it.

Osclo Water Willow held a superior position in the Shadowflame Grand Duchy, where even a second-layer high-ranking Phantom Beast Knight could look down upon a Flying Dragon Knight, not because he was one of the only two counts, but because his family owned a three-headed bipedal flying dragon!

Now, the three-headed bipedal flying dragon had been struck down with a single sword slash.

The furiously roaring Osclo, seemed to hear something inside his heart shattering, causing him infinite fear. Hence, he had no choice but to adopt an even angrier posture to mask the panic about losing his dignity.

“Russell!”

His face pressed against the ground, he kept roaring.

“Ah!” Elsewhere, Madam Quenly, seeing her frequently abusive husband being so humiliated and his head stepped on,

inexplicably felt a surge of pleasure deep inside her heart.

But in the next instant, instinct drove her to rush over, claws bared, trying to rescue her husband from this embarrassing situation.

“You despicable younger son, to humiliate a count like this, like this… I must report you to the Council of Elders, let them punish you, strip you of your title and deal with your crimes, make you kneel and apologize!”

Madam Quenly screamed.

But in the next moment, Russell merely waved his hand lightly, and a powerful Dragon Breath pushed Madam Quenly away, causing her to fall on the ground, no longer maintaining the dignified posture of a noble lady.

“Deal with my crimes?” Russell laughed,” “Who has the right to easily deal with the crimes of a Flying Dragon Knight and a Dragon Domain Lord?”

In that moment, Russell felt a surge of recklessness, typical of a great villain.

The creed of the Fluorescent Fungi Family had been cast aside, leaving only thoughts of a reckless life.

He moved his foot away, looked around at everyone calmly, and said, “Within the Shadowflame Grand Duchy, except for the Shadowflame Dragon, I am invincible!”

This was no boast.

In combination with his recent glorious feat of slaying three dragons with a single strike, his claim was solidly backed by his strength—even Earl Merlin, the top Phantom Beast Knight and Flying Dragon Knight of the Fourth-layer, couldn’t achieve slaying three dragons with one strike.

Flying Dragon Knight, Dragon Domain Lord, along with the Secret Technique: Sword of Thunder, such potent powers made Russell the new leading figure of Shadowflame.

The strongest knight under the Dragon Knight.

The words “I am invincible” intimidated everyone present, none daring to speak out in opposition.

Getting back up, Earl Osclo, still with the imprint of a large foot on his face, merely clenched his fists, glaring at Russell. Madam Quenly, fallen on the ground, unable to get up, supported herself with one hand on the ground, looking resentfully at Russell.

Baroness Davin tried to help Madam Kunli up, but was pushed away by her.

This scene suddenly made Russell feel utterly indifferent, as there was not even a Flying Dragon Knight present, which created a significant disparity in ranks.

Therefore, he simply stated, “My aunt is a baroness, the chosen successor of the Golden Cap Family. The decision shall be made by her alone, and no one else may overstep… Who agrees, who opposes?”

Everyone lowered their heads.

Discontent was written all over Lord Dyson’s face.

He had thought that Earl Osclo would be his greatest support in inheriting the baronial title, but to his surprise, Osclo turned out to be a fool.

Even though he was a fool, Earl Osclo was still the Grand Duchy’s chief justice, and he could absolutely determine the heir’s eligibility, or at least steadfastly contend for it.

Dyson looked at Osclo with pleading eyes.

However, besides turning red-faced, Osclo said and did nothing; he had been utterly intimidated by Russell.

Madam Kunli struggled to get up again, wanting to continue the argument.

But when Russell looked over, the overwhelming pressure of his Dragon Breath made it difficult for Madam Kunli to even breathe, let alone speak.

After a moment of silence, Russell smiled lightly, “Since no one has any objections, then it is decided.”

He then turned around.

He addressed his aunt, “Aunty, you can now decide on the successor for your husband. Even though Diana is a girl, she is his only bloodline and still has her rights of succession… even if those rights are to fall to her children.”

Being the grandsons of Former Grand Duke Quentin III Shadowflame, Mel and Augustus were eligible to compete in the selection of the heir.

Therefore, it was only natural for Diana’s future children to inherit the title of Baron Gold.

Lady Robi gratefully looked at Russell, her gaze filled with both relief and pride.

However, her gaze lingered on her own daughter for a moment, then shifted to the crestfallen, bitter face of Lord Dyson, and to the members of the Golden Cap Family, who meekly did not dare to meet her gaze.

In the end, she did not immediately make a decision.

Instead, she sighed, “Most of the guests have not yet arrived; the succession of the Baron Gold will be announced later.”

Russell frowned, “Aunty…”

“Russell, your aunt is very grateful for everything you’ve done for her. When all the guests have arrived, your aunt will make a careful decision,” Lady Robi replied gently, patting Russell’s arm, soothing his emotions.

Seeing this.

Russell said no more, merely nodding, “As you wish, Aunt.”

He then returned first to Golden Top Castle; he needed to change his clothes since entering combat mode had scorched his clothes to ashes.

After changing his clothes, Lady Robi came to find him.

“Russell, are you disappointed in your aunt for not choosing Diana as the heir at such an opportune moment?”

“You must have your concerns,” Russell said.

“Ah, your uncle and I have been husband and wife for over a decade. Although we always quarreled, we were indeed husband and wife,” Lady Robi said with a bitter smile. She obviously still loved Baron Davis, “Dyson was his chosen successor, I…”

Russell quietly comforted her, “Aunt, if this choice satisfies your feelings, then there’s nothing wrong with it.”

“But wouldn’t that be too cruel to Diana?” Lady Robi sighed, “Poor girl… If only she were a boy, then none of this trouble would exist, and Davis wouldn’t have…”

“Well, being a boy or girl doesn’t really matter,” Russell said.

He still hoped that Lady Robi would decide to pass the title to Diana or Diana’s future children.

Firstly, this would align with the interests of the Fluorescent Fungi Family, and secondly, it would be fairer to Diana.

Lady Robi paused, then sighed, “Never mind, you go rest. When your father comes, I’ll discuss it with him.”