When Dean returns to the halls of Emerald Castle alone, the feast is about to begin—

"Dean, here!"

Earl Merry, who was sitting on the sofa next to him, beckoned to Dean, the originally wide sofa looked so chic and cramped under the huge size of Earl Merry.

Next to Count Merry, Countess Katyu sat elegantly, holding a white porcelain teacup.

Looking at Dean as he walked in, the countess snorted softly.

"Even if this banquet was held because you were baptized by the Grand Knight, but...... You shouldn't be late either! ”

The countess said with a little dissatisfaction.

"Today's banquet is not only for the baptism of my Grand Knight, but also for the remnants of the Pirate Alliance—in fact, I think the latter is more important, and Your Highness is the ultimate protagonist! And me? It's just by the way, so, before His Highness appears, at any time, it's not considered late! ”

Dean replied with a smile.

Facing this 'Flame Orchid', Dean can't say admiration, but it's not disgust, the relationship between the two sides is at most similar to acquaintances who are not friends.

Therefore, it is also possible to treat it with etiquette.

Of course, such etiquette is disrespectful in the eyes of the countess.

However, just as the countess was about to get angry, a loud trumpet sounded—

The main entrance of the hall was pushed open, and two teams of costumed Emerald Castle guards entered one after another, standing on either side of the carpet, and the guests in the hall stood up and saluted.

A figure walked in slowly, dressed in a blue and green skirt. The long blond hair of the shawl was coiled back at the back of the head. Emerald green eyes swept across the audience with gentleness and perseverance. Walk in slowly.

"Your Highness!"

The guests in the hall chanted in unison.

A smile appeared on his delicate countenance, responding to such shouts one by one.

It gives people a feeling like a spring breeze.

Dean faced such a gaze, and a smile appeared on his lips - although each meeting was fleeting, it did not displease him.

On the contrary, the image in front of me and the image in my mind unconsciously coincide.

The same busy, the same thing must be done.

Integrity, meekness, mercy......

It's not an exaggeration to use it on the lady in front of you.

Strong, just, respectful......

It is the most sincere feeling of the people around her in the face of this lady.

And for Dean, it's in the middle of that. There is also a deeper level of affection -

The grace of saving lives and the grace of teaching.

The Emerald Archduke was a ray of light in the darkness for Dean - when the Emerald Archduke appeared in Dean's presence, Dean was so tortured that he couldn't even die, and each of those who guarded him stared at him like the most loyal hound.

Without the appearance of the Emerald Grand Duke, Dean knew very well that he would be worse off than dead.

And after rescuing him, the Jade Grand Duke did not abandon him.

Attentive treatment. Due diligence guidance.

Once again, Dean felt alive, and at the same time. I learned more about the definition of power in this world.

Entong reinvent!

This is Dean's deep gratitude to the Emerald Archduke.

Because of this, Dean is willing to gamble his life in order to repay the other party.

This was the case in the previous life.

The same is true in this life.

Until the other party's kindness is repaid.

"Your Highness!"

Dean bowed slightly.

"It doesn't have to be this way, Dean!"

Grand Duke Jade smiled and waved his hand, and then, taking a step forward, walked in front of Dean, took Dean's hand, and said softly, "Follow me!" ”

The guests in the hall looked at the behavior of the Jade Grand Duke with a little surprise.

Some frowned, especially the Countess of Katyu and Countess Deta.

Others, smiling, calmly faced, this was Earl Merry and the old butler David.

However, many more people are unclear.

"Ladies and gentlemen, I would like to introduce you to Dean. Willing. Sir Zelgaon! ”

Taking Dean's hand and walking side by side with Dean to the center of the hall, where he belongs, the Emerald Grand Duke turned around and motioned to all the guests present.

Dean followed the introduction and gave a knightly salute to the surroundings.

With such an introduction, Dean knew that he had officially joined the command of the Grand Duke of Emerald.

When anyone sees him again, they will think of him as a member of the Emerald Grand Duke's family.

This is something that the Grand Duke Swordsman has already asked, and Dean did not object at that time, and at this time, naturally he would not object.

After all, Dean was well aware that there weren't many sides he could choose from when it came to the coming Blood Moon War.

The Marquis of York, the young king, and the Emerald Archduke by his side.

Compared with the first two and the latter, Dean is naturally infinitely inclined to the latter.

Even if he has some thoughts of 'going it alone' in his heart, it is no exception.

Therefore, Dean at this time is sincere.

And as Dean saluted, all the people around him returned the salute one by one.

The two countesses, Katyu and Deta, were a little reluctant.

However, as if thinking of something, the next moment the Countess de Tower smiled and bowed, looking so willing.

And the Earl of Merry and the butler David maintained a considerable smile from beginning to end.

As for the surrounding guests?

They have their own subordinates, so they naturally follow their loyalists.

Therefore, for a moment, the atmosphere in the hall became unusually eager, and when the butler David began to announce the beginning of the banquet, the atmosphere of the banquet reached its highest point.

Of course, it's just for ordinary guests.

Some of the guests who knew what this banquet was for had already looked at Dean, who had disappeared for the time being-

Although the 'knightly baptism' does not require absolute silence, all those who perform the 'knight's baptism' know that peace of mind does not increase the success rate of the 'baptism'. But it is far more than the irritable, unknown state.

Therefore. Any 'baptism'. It will all be done in a fairly quiet, relaxing environment.

"I will wait outside the door and perform the 'baptism' with confidence!"

'Black Rose' said to Dean as she stood outside the door.

"I can't thank you enough!"

Dean thanked the other and closed the door.

Turning, Dean looked around—

It is a quiet room not far from the banquet hall.

Similar to the last time the 'baptism of knights' took place in the castle of the Marquis de Vauban was the simplest furnishings without any overabundance.

Dean sat on the bed, [imitation. The Dragon's Head Greatsword and the Wind Spike both stood behind the head of the bed. Straight open the box in your hand.

Like the first 'Knight Baptism' potion, the 'Great Knight Baptism' potion of the royal families can also greatly enhance their five attributes, and it can also make the awakened talent to a higher level.

And whether it is the former or the latter, for Dean, it is the most needed.

Without any hesitation, after checking that the 'Great Knight Baptism' potion had not been tampered with, Dean drank it all-

【Discovering the ...... of Unknown Energy】

[Identification: Appropriate body strengthening, potential stimulation essence]

[Judging that it can be fused and absorbed......]

【Begin to fuse, absorb ......】

[Strength, agility, constitution, perception, and will begin to determine the five attributes......]

【Judgment pass guò】

【All Stats +1】

[Potential stimulation. Talent Enhancement ......]

[Power Burst Lv4→ Lv12]

【Agility Burst Lv3→Lv6】

Strength Lv4→Lv16) (Talent Level Cap Reached)

[Heart of Vigilance Lv2→ Lv4]

Iron Mind Lv4→Lv8) (Item bonuses cannot be counted)

……

A series of prompts appear from the system bar, making Dean's scene clear.

The medium talent [Tenacity] has reached the upper limit of the level. It didn't surprise Dean - although it was higher than the primary talent, the intermediate talent, after all, was not a high-level, top-level talent, and still had its own limitations.

However, the effect of [Tough Physique] is satisfactory to Dean-

[Tough Physique Lv16: After the baptism of the knight, your body has been truly strengthened; Effect: Max HP +80, Defense Decision +3.2 when facing attacks.]

And the remaining talents, although there have also been significant changes-

[Power Burst Lv12: After the baptism of the knight, you can use your will to stimulate the power in your body and obtain special blessings; Effect: +2.4 Strength, Duration 5 seconds, Energy Consumption 5.】

[Agility Burst Lv6: After the baptism of the knight, you can use your will to stimulate the power in your body and obtain special blessings: Effect: +1.2 agility, duration 5 seconds, energy consumption 5.]

[Vigilance Heart Lv4: Innate perception acuity, allowing you to see farther and hear more clearly; Effect: Any person or object within a radius of 50 feet that comes close to you with malicious intentions will need to perform a [Perception] judgment, and you will gain a +0.8 advantage in Perception. 】

[Iron Heart Lv8: A strong mind always brings a strong soul; Effect: Gain +1.6 Willpower for any Pressure, Illusion, or Psychic Lash, and a 40% reduction in physical and mental pain (-40% negative status effects). 】

Dean's gaze merely glanced at the number of changes and did not really delve into the in-depth analysis of these talents that were about to be fused.

This is a decision that has been made a long time ago.

Nature doesn't change!

Dean shifted his sitting, and the silver potion appeared in his hand.

Then, Dean took a deep breath, uncorked the bottle and drank it down.

PS Second Update~

It seems that I just ate too many ribs, and my stomach is a little uncomfortable......

Who gave decadence a few monthly passes to eliminate food?

Thank you for the reward of 10,000 starting coins of ice green tea~ (Decadent arch thank you~) The prodigal son wandering in the four seas, the reward of turtle0920200 starting coins, and the reward of SDICSN100 starting coins~~~ Decadence bows again and thanks to the brothers and sisters who support decadence~~~ (To be continued......)