"Come inside; let's discuss the seeds you've brought this time," I invited."Yes, Lord," Evon acknowledged respectfully, following me inside for our discussion.Evon watched the proceedings with a keen eye, recognizing the signs of impatience in Baron Riel's demeanor. The baron's abrupt decision-making and lack of consultation indicated a potential impatience that could jeopardize the success of their deal.Understanding the gravity of the situation, Evon subtly signaled his men to expedite the loading process without compromising the careful handling of the goods. He knew that time was of the essence and that any delay might further test the baron's patience.While maintaining a composed façade, Evon mentally calculated his approach, anticipating the need to address the situation delicately. With Baron Riel's impatience potentially affecting the negotiations, Evon prepared himself to adapt and navigate the deal with astuteness and finesse.Luck was on his side, as he had assembled a

"Return and convey to Count Levine that I am more than willing to assist in resolving his predicament.""Lord Riel's kindness is truly appreciated," Evon acknowledged, rising to his feet and offering a respectful bow."I'm more than willing to offer assistance; it's not a difficult task anyway," I agreed with a nod, my eagerness evident.The system's assignment of this mission held particular significance. It wouldn't allocate tasks unless they held importance or worth. The connection to dungeons and the secret uncovered by Count Levine intrigued me. It hinted at potential advantages or revelations that could prove beneficial in my journey.While the system's gesture of reducing the countdown for the Deathwing Angel egg's incubation by one day seemed like a minor detail, it was more of a subtle hint than a mere complement. This detail hinted at a larger tapestry of events and timelines. Despite the slight reprieve, there lay a substantial two months ahead before the anticipated birt

In Ice Demon City, I found myself in a state of idleness. The majority of tasks were efficiently handled by Wise and Jacob, and even Mason had taken over the responsibility of overseeing construction work these days.As the lord, my primary duties now revolved around making final decisions and attentively listening to reports. This situation was a direct result of having capable individuals working under my command and effectively utilizing their skills.Taking advantage of the competent team in place, I made my way towards the field. The city's transformation was evident, with Mason and others ensuring the smooth progress of construction projects, highlighting the advantages of effective delegation, and harnessing the strengths of the team.With idle hands, I decided to turn my attention towards the inspection of the field and agricultural lands, recognizing their pivotal role as the primary providers for the population of Ice Demon City. Additionally, I had recently concluded a subs

Collecting himself, Zikk asked, "What motivates each of you to willingly shell out such exorbitant fees?""If my memory serves me right, each of you earns around 4 to 5 silvers per month, and you're already allocating one silver and fifty bronze coins for this. That's nearly half of your income."Jack quickly replied, "We're all enrolled in the elective classes, Instructor!""What?" Zikk was left bewildered."Why the need for an etiquette class? And are you willing to shell out fifty bronze coins for it? Do you all have money to spare?" Zikk asked, his surprise evident."We can't afford to let down our lords in public! That's why the etiquette class is necessary," Aldo clarified.Convinced at last, Zikk acknowledged the profound commitment demonstrated by the group. Though uncertain about Ethan's prospects of becoming an emperor, he recognized Ethan's potential as a formidable leader. Regarding Riel, Zikk believed that while his leadership skills might not rival Ethan's, his decisive

Leading the team from the front, I opted for the exhilarating experience of riding a warhorse instead of confining myself to the carriage for this expedition.Yesterday marked Anastasia's departure from home, and consoling her proved to be a prolonged and unexpected task, steering my thoughts in unanticipated directions.With the departure of everyone else, a fresh wave of focus envelops me, allowing me to once again immerse myself in the intricacies of my plans.With time pressing, I urgently invoked the revitalization spell on both my warhorse and the horse accompanying us. We surged forward at our maximum speed, aiming for the river where the scattered beastmen sought refuge. It was imperative to cleanse the area of these creatures. The notion that the beastmen, having evaded our initial assaults, would regroup near a water source and forage for sustenance intensified our need for swift action.News of Solan's triumph over a beastmen shaman reassured me; it seemed unlikely that th