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Chapter 603 - 603 601 Play a Remaining Role

Chapter 603: Chapter 601: Play a Remaining Role Chapter 603: Chapter 601: Play a Remaining Role Ouroboros and Nightmare Beast Senbula both ascended to Pseudo-Dragons, helping Russell to directly upgrade to a Fourth-layer High Dragon Domain Lord, and including his Flying Dragon Knight status, he became a solid Fifth-layer High Pseudo-Dragon Knight with maxed-out levels.

Of course, Russell’s combat capability did not increase by much.

After all, no matter how many layers a Dragon Domain Lord unlocked in the Way of the Knight system, it was merely the power of the Dragon Breath Tier. What truly determined Russell’s strength was his status as a Phantom Dragon Knight, as only the Dragon Flame Tier could manipulate the elemental forces.

But this didn’t mean that Russell’s power had not progressed.

After all, even a Pseudo-Dragon could manipulate a trace of elemental force.

Moreover, with the Earth Attribute elemental power brought by Ouroboros, Russell believed he could soon comprehend the Secret Technique: Sword of Earth.

With Sacred Unicorn Polly representing the brighter side of Thunder Elemental Attributes and Nightmare Beast Senbula representing the darker side of Thunder Elemental Attributes, his Secret Technique: Sword of Thunder would definitely gain deeper comprehension and wield greater power.

“Russell, I feel like my talent, Yumeng Teleportation, can now memorize more homecoming locations!”

On the way back to Red Castle, Senbula said pompously, “Not just the previous two, not even just one more, but four! I can memorize four homecoming locations!”

“Cool!” What else could Russell say? He could only laugh out loud, “Four homecoming locations, simply perfect!”

Currently, Senbula had already memorized two locations, Cigar Manor and Changting Ancillary Palace.

Russell thought for a moment, “Go to the Golden Palace in Scorching Torrent Kingdom later, at this stage, I need to work closely with King Ares. As for the last location, just remember Red Castle, that will make my commuting a bit more convenient.”

He attended court in Red Castle and stayed at Cigar Manor.

Every day he had to ride Polly for half an hour, but if he had Senbula’s help, he could save that time.

More critically, after evolving into a Pseudo-Dragon, Senbula could transform into a mark, following Russell anytime, anywhere. No matter where Russell went, he could bring Senbula and use his teleportation when necessary.

Senbula could play a significant role.

In comparison, Uroboros seemed a bit “useless,” with its talent for Earth Traveling Spell and Yumeng Infiltration offering no particular advantages.

It wasn’t as fast as Polly, nor could it teleport like Senbula.

Seemingly aware of its awkward position having just undergone a Life and Death Dragon Tribulation and achieved its ascension, Uroboros voluntarily said, “Russell, where is Hape training? I want to train together with it.”

Its friendship with Senbula was unshakable.

But, the days of happily training together had ended.

Senbula needed to always be by Russell’s side to facilitate instant teleportation, while it could only switch to a different training partner, the resolute and greater strength-focused Hape, clearly the perfect training companion for mutual improvement.

Russell replied, “Hape is training in Meltdown Volcano, but, Uroboros, I suggest you take Tapir along.”

“Why?”

“Hape’s personality is quite reclusive, and he doesn’t like to train with others,” Russell said helplessly, “In this past year and more, even I haven’t seen him much… It’s good for you to replace Tapir, he’s too lazy.”

Strictly speaking,

Dream-Eater Boar Tapir was not lazy, especially compared to many Phantom Beasts that do not cooperate with knights, Tapir was very well-behaved and willing to train with Russell.

He just didn’t reach the level of initiating training on his own.

“Alright, I will properly supervise Tapir,” Uroboros reluctantly agreed.

“Take this time to rest properly and don’t go to the Snowfield anymore,” Russell said, “The Frost Domain has strengthened, and the Snow Trolls are still stronger than you. If you’re not careful, you might really be in danger.”

“I understand.”

“In any case, let’s wait until Ice Cream arrives and discuss it then; by that time, my power will have crossed into the extraordinary, enough to protect you both,” Russell said seriously, although it was delightful that both Senbula and Uroboros had ascended to Pseudo-Dragons.

But the promotion process left Russell filled with lingering fear.

Life and Death Dragon Tribulation.

It was a true struggle between life and death, a single mishap could lead to utter doom. Russell’s power was now strong enough; he no longer needed his pact partners to risk their lives so desperately and wished for everyone to be safe and sound.

In the meantime, Red Castle came into view.

Russell didn’t immediately return to Red Castle; instead, he rode Unicorn Polly, dragging the shattered corpse of a Snow Troll, and flew directly into the Shadowflame Volcano.

He brought the Frost Star Bead to the Shadowflame Dragon.

…

“Dragon’s gaze, radiance of protection, our Duke is becoming stronger and stronger!”

“Is it that easy for a Pseudo-Dragon to be promoted?”

“Fourth-layer High Dragon Domain Lord, goodness, is the path of the Way of the Knight that easy?”

“He truly is a Knight capable of swaying dragons to join the Flamecrest Dragonblood Family!”

“In the five thousand-year Warm Age of the Dragon Sleep Continent, the most gifted is none other than Russell of our Shadowflame Grand Duchy!”

“Grand Duke Russell is the savior of our entire nation!”

With the development of a new Warm Enclave in the Explosive Mountain Ridge and the news of the Ouroboros Snake and the Nightmare Beast both being promoted to Pseudo-Dragons, the news quickly spread throughout the Shadowflame Duchy, shocking everyone once again… for who knows how many times.

Soon, a decree of celebration was issued from Red Castle.

A national celebration, rejoicing over the new Warm Enclave, the promotion of the two Pseudo-Dragons, and the growing power of the Shadowflame Dragon.

“This is incredible, all the attention of the Grand Duchy is on… His Grace Russell.”

Baron Swan Quinbylf Flame-shadow, staying idle at home, exclaimed in amazement upon hearing the news from Thunder Sound Station.

Following which, he held a family meeting in Swan Castle.

“The rise of Grand Duke Russell cannot be stopped, and I have decided to accept this reality,” Baron Kunbifu declared emotionlessly to his sons and grandsons, “The future of the Swan Family can only continue by uniting with Grand Duke Russell.”

“Grandfather!” Kunsup called out, unconvinced.

But his voice was quickly overshadowed by his elder brother Kunsley, “Grandfather is wise. Given the current situation, if we do not align ourselves with His Grace the Grand Duke, the Swan Family might well follow the fate of the Willow Clan. His Grace is a true friend of dragons!”

What the former Grand Duke Kunstan did could only be considered as a Dragon Apostle’s act, a defiance that was tolerable as long as it didn’t defy the dragons themselves.

Today, whoever dares to defy Grand Duke Russell might truly be banished to the Snowfield.

The father and son of the former Count Broken Stone, Osclo, are still drifting in the Snowfield. Although Davin, who presides over Stonestrike Castle, occasionally provides relief to the father and son duo, they dare not allow them to step foot back into their territory.

“We are the hope of the Flamecrest Dragonblood Family!” Kunsup shouted.

But Baron Kunbifu merely gave him a cold glance, and he quieted down. Then, Baron Kunbifu slowly said, “There’s no need for further words. I have already decided to pass the title of Baron Swan to Kunsley.”

“Grandfather!” Kunsup cried out.

Kunsley said nothing, but his tightened fist on the table and his stern containment of expression prevented a smile from breaking out.

“Shut your mouth!” Baron Kunbifu yelled.

Only then did Kunsup reluctantly lower his head.

Baron Kunbifu took a deep breath, “After the succession of the title, I am planning to apply to join the Flying Dragon Military Advisory Group… I refused to join in the past and did not give face to Grand Duke Russell. This time, by joining the Flying Dragon Group and contributing my remaining strength, I hope to earn the Grand Duke’s forgiveness.”