Evil dragon has a warm heart
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Chapter 417: Chapter 416: Finish This Cup Chapter 417: Chapter 416: Finish This Cup The power of the Torrential Flood Dragon radiated within Leize and even reached the farther Blackflame Plains and Glowing Valley.

This power unintentionally provided him with a certain sense of security.

The warmth of a dragon always surged to one’s heart unexpectedly. Especially for flying dragon knights like Russell, who were keenly aware of the warmth and protection brought by the dragons.

But.

While feeling secure, Russell also felt uncomfortable.

It was alright with the Shadowflame Dragon, as it was his ally, protecting his growth all along, and being radiated by its power was only natural.

But not with the Torrential Flood Dragon.

Moreover, the Torrential Flood Dragon intended to establish the Torrent Scale Tower in Leize, clearly targeting him, the lord of the Dragon Domain, to see if he would become the knight of the Shadowflame Dragon.

“Sigh.”

Looking at the pyramid-shaped Torrent Scale Tower before him, Russell felt that it was not only a defensive emplacement against the Snow Giant Da but also a 24-hour surveillance camera monitoring him.

He mused with a hint of caution, “Always remember this, don’t take the natives lightly… especially in worlds with supernatural powers, where ‘black technology’ tends to emerge unexpectedly…”

Here, there was no natural science.

But there was supernatural power, power that could destroy the heavens and the earth.

“Since I’m here, let it be, the Shadowflame Dragon can’t even lock down the scent of ice cream, a mere Torrent Scale Tower, what harm could it do?” Russell gradually calmed down, “If worse comes to worst, I’ll just take Ice Cream and run off to the Snowfield.”

Thinking this way, he felt completely at ease.

Unlike the grand celebration ceremony held by the Sunflower Family for the completion of the Torrent Scale Tower in the Fire Ant Swamp.

In the inhospitable lands of Leize, Russell was unwilling, so after the completion of this Torrent Scale Tower, he simply handed out a sum of money to the craftsmen. Then with a symbolic speech from Baron Roman, the celebration ceremony was hurriedly concluded.

Afterward, the group returned to Fluorescent Castle for a feast.

In private, Marquis Arno discussed with Russell, “This year’s cigar trade can continue to expand, Lord Russell, as Rain Dragon Cigars are greatly cherished by the nobles of the kingdom, so you can grow more tobacco on your lands.”

“Rest assured, this year’s Rain Dragon Cigars, although the Cloud Mist and Frost Snow series are limited, the plain White Dew series will suffice,” Russell replied.

The arrival of the Torrential Flood Dragon had improved the relations between the two countries.

Therefore, the Scorching Torrent Kingdom also appropriately relaxed its trade exploitation of the Shadowflame Grand Duchy, no longer demanding as much of resources such as food, metals, and gems, thus allocating more quotas to luxury goods like Rain Dragon Cigars.

Of course.

The popularity of Rain Dragon Cigars in the Scorching Torrent Kingdom was one of the reasons for the expansion of trading quotas.

Especially after the news of Russell being promoted to lord of the Dragon Domain had reached the Scorching Torrent Kingdom, it solidified the unbeatable prestige of Rain Dragon Cigars—no imitation cigar could shake the story behind Rain Dragon Cigars.

“Smoke Rain Dragon Cigars, experience a knight’s life, ride a bipedal flying dragon, ascend as a lord of the Dragon Domain!”

Unless King Ares·Sundazzle personally named a cigar, no other cigar could achieve such feats.

The knights of the Scorching Torrent Kingdom pursued this kind of stunt, or rather, sought a stroke of good luck.

Everyone wanted a touch of Russell’s glory, to reach the pinnacle of knightship just like Russell, even more so since there were rumors that Russell would become the knight of the Shadowflame Dragon. If true, Rain Dragon Cigars would become a true knightly honor.

An indispensable honor for knights!

“Is expansion not possible for the ‘Cloud Mist and Frost Series’?” Marquis Arno asked with regret.

“The manufacturing of Magic Medicine Tobacco requires magic potions to train knights, and using it all for luxury goods goes against the ethical standards of knights,” Lord Russell said righteously, but in reality, he just didn’t want the Rain Dragon Cigars to become too inexpensive.

A standard had already been set.

Next, it was all about keeping them rare and continuously cultivating an illustrious image for Rain Dragon Cigars.

Marquis Arno, unaware of the intricate details, said with a look of pity, “Only a hundred boxes of the Frost Series a year? How could that be enough for me to smoke?”

“A hundred boxes of Frost Snow Cigars, ten packs to a box, ten cigars to a pack, that makes ten thousand Frost Snow Cigars, enough for you to smoke nearly thirty a day,” Lord Russell calculated. “Even if you smoke a cigar quickly, it takes half an hour; you simply can’t finish them all.”

Marquis Arno shook his head, “That’s true, but I can’t just keep them for myself; I have to distribute some Frost Snow Cigars when I receive guests or send gifts… and most crucially, I’ll need to set aside fifty boxes to curry favor with His Majesty the King.”

“That’s your concern,” Lord Russell was indifferent.

A limit of four hundred boxes of Frost Snow Cigars per year was what he had set.

And there was something he hadn’t yet told Marquis Arno; once the contest among the princes resulted in a new grand duke, the special supply reserved for Marquis Arno would be transferred to the new grand duke—Marquis Arno’s status was no longer sufficient to enjoy such exclusivity.

After the banquet ended, Marquis Arno left on his dragon.

Mr. Roman summoned both Roland and Lord Russell to his study to continue savoring the red wine.

Swirling his wine glass, Mr. Roman was in good spirits, “With the completion of Torrent Scale Tower, I feel more at ease now. With the Shadowflame Dragon and Torrential Flood Dragon both offering protection, the safety of our hunts in the Snowfield is finally assured.”

Mr. Roman still had three years of grueling combat duty, and he also had to pay twenty Ice Soul Pearls each year.

He continued, “As it’s getting warmer, I plan to immediately assemble our Knight Regiment and campaign in the Snowfield. First, to harvest Ice Soul Pearls; second, to fulfill combat duty; and third, to somewhat address the war mobilization.”

“Father, didn’t you team up with other Flying Dragon Knights?” Lord Russell asked.

“Steel Dragon Knight Lord Kroya, Black Coal Dragon Knight Lord Hancock, I’ve already had Knight Commander Kendall notify the two; they should arrive in Glowing Valley soon. Protected by us three Flying Dragon Knights, and with both the Shadowflame and Torrential Dragons watching over us, the journey should be smooth,” Mr. Roman said.

Lord Russell suggested, “How about I join the group as well?”

Since he no longer needed to guard the Dragon Blood Knights, he was free to act on his own, which would be ideal for protecting the Knight Regiment of his family.

Mr. Roman gladly accepted, “You’re most welcome.”

Roland also spoke up, “Father, I too request to advance with the Knight Regiment into the Snowfield.”

Mr. Roman frowned, and seeing this, Lord Russell, with a smile, said, “Big brother, my territory can’t do without you; you need to continue helping me with the land clearing.”

Taking the cue, Mr. Roman added, “Indeed, Russell’s territory is under development and can’t do without management. As the eldest, you have the undeniable responsibility; stay and oversee the land clearing in Blackflame Plains.”

With father and brother insisting, Roland reluctantly agreed, “Alright, I’ll stay and oversee the land clearing.”

Ding dong dong.

The sound of knocking was heard, and soon after the study door opened.

Lady Meryl peeked half her body from the doorway, “Book-loving boys, put down the books in your hands; it’s time to leave. The premiere of Russell’s new movie ‘Thunder Descends in Dragon Domain’ is tonight, don’t be late.”

Outside, Mrs. Roby supported Lady Ingrid.

Lady Ingrid, hearing her daughter-in-law’s teasing, couldn’t help but push up the glasses on her nose and added, “Little Ghost Fire once said, reading at night harms the eyes.”

Mr. Roman responded, “Alright, we’ll finish this cup, ah, this book… no, I mean, we’re on our way.”