The Mighty Dragons Are Dead

Chapter 562 Aquatic Elves and Terrestrial Elves (First Update)

"Everyone's ready, Rock Grenade!"

Following Liszt's command, Douson led the Eight Tiny Ones to line up and target an abandoned stone house in the distance, casting the magic spell - Rock Grenade.

Boom!

Huge rocks formed in the air, densely bombarding the stone house, and with just one round of casting, the stone house was smashed into ruins.

The spectacle was magnificent; Count Jonas, watching from the side, couldn't help but open his mouth wide, and it took him a while to squeeze out a word, "Impressive!"

The next moment.

Liszt issued another command, "Everyone's ready, Multiple Rock Spikes!"

Boom!

The nine Blizzard Beasts once again cast their magic - Multiple Rock Spikes, conjuring countless rock spikes out of thin air on the vacant ground, dense as a forest shooting up from the earth. The area covered hundreds of square meters. Although the distribution was not uniform, the suddenness and lethality were absolutely strong.

Clap clap clap clap clap clap.

Count Jonas clapped his hands in admiration, "Having such a Magical Beast Squad on the battlefield can play a role that's not inferior to that of an elite Knight Order, especially in sieges, which are Knights' weakest aspect, where Blizzard Beasts' Earth System Magic can be unimaginably effective."

Earl Li Weiliam nodded. "Earth System Magic indeed shows great strength in destroying buildings; it's a pity we cannot train a second Blizzard Beast Squad."

"I'm truly envious of you for having such an exceptional son. Not only blessed with remarkable talents but also possessing such powerful magical beasts to aid in battle. At many noble gatherings on Blue Dragon Island, people talk about Liszt, regarding him as a rising star. But I'd say, he will soon surpass us."

"He has just been promoted to Viscount and Sky Knight; his territory is yet to be developed, and he has a long way to go before becoming an Earl."

"Perhaps others might need to work harder, but Liszt has already entered the Grand Duke's vision. Maybe it won't be long before you and your son become Earls side by side."

Earl Li Weiliam smiled and didn't respond. Liszt had already made it clear that he was willing to help his father become a Marquis—so the battle merits accumulated over this period would all be transferred to Li Weiliam, who would only collect materials.

After watching the training session.

There was still some time before dinner, and Liszt proposed to lead everyone to the seaside villa to take a look and appreciate his Giant Algae Greater Elf, Pike.

"Pike, come here." Liszt beckoned, and Pike, previously hidden in the water, immediately leaped out onto his shoulder.

Grabbing his hair, Pike greeted him, "Liszt."

Although sea elves are not able to fly and have gills, it does not mean they cannot survive on land.

They simply don't like it.

Pike's temper was still violent, but he no longer resisted Liszt and was willing to follow his commands. Perched on his shoulder, he eyed the unfamiliar people around him with a malevolent gaze, occasionally baring his teeth and making fierce expressions. However, he managed to restrain the impulse to cast magic.

"Sea Greater Elves are indeed as magical as those on land," Jonas remarked, unphased by Pike, "A glory of Knightly honor, the Grand Duchy hasn't seen anyone bind with a wild Greater Elf in many years... it seems the land elves are all bound, only the sea still harbors them."

"Count Jonas, how much do you know about the sea elves? I would like to learn more," Liszt inquired.

Jonas stroked his chin, "I haven't personally bound any sea elves, or more precisely, they should be classified as aquatic elves, opposite to terrestrial elves. The Grand Duchy's Sapphire Family does keep quite a few aquatic elves; they have no wings, but gills and fins."

"Aquatic... Terrestrial..." Liszt pondered the words without interruption.

Jonas continued, "Aside from these two differences, there is no fundamental distinction between aquatic and terrestrial elves. However, the development of aquatic elves, especially those in the sea, is quite challenging and almost devoid of value. Thus, you are quite fortunate, not only to have acquired a Greater Elf but also to harvest magic potions."

A court scribe took note of this on paper and then said with a complimenting smile, "Viscount Liszt's luck doesn't stop at a Greater Elf; he also has three Minor Elves."

Liszt said with a smile, "My luck has always been quite good."

Having been imbued with the power of the Smoke Dragon, he had scarcely experienced bad luck since his arrival in this world. What others would undoubtedly miss, for him, was a certainty to obtain.

Up to now.

Not once had he failed a mission, and he couldn't help but marvel at the strength of the power of destiny. As a dragon, the Smoke Mission had even managed to involve both the Formless and Fire Dragons. The Fire Dragon could, of course, be overlooked since Elemental Dragons seemed to be a notch below the Sacred Dragons, but the Formless Dragon was also one of the Sacred Dragons.

He often queried in his heart, "So, am I a special human being influenced by the Smoke Dragon, or has the Smoke Dragon's power completely transferred to me? Otherwise, how could the Smoke Mission involve dragons at the apex of power?"

This question, for the time being, remained unanswered.

And he did not know when the answer would come.

But it did not impede Liszt from now enjoying the benefits that the Smoke Mission brought—his grand enterprise of dragon riding was just a step away, soon to reach the pinnacle of life.

After observing the elves,

On the way back, Jonas said in a joking tone, "Liszt, I'm becoming increasingly optimistic about your future. Perhaps I should introduce my daughter Joanna to you right away."

"I am acquainted with Joanna; when she served as a bridesmaid for the Little Princess, I happened to be the best man for Cousin Meioubao."

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"Hmm, since you are already acquainted, that's even better. You are welcome to visit Moonlight City any time."

"I definitely will when I have the time."

This was but a courtesy, and Jonas, understanding with a smile, did not press further. He naturally knew that his daughter was unlikely to catch Liszt's eye—the Marquis families with daughters had probably long been scheming for Liszt, who was now the youngest Sky Knight favored by the Grand Duke.

...

On the morning of April 23rd, Jonas and his party set off for Black Horse Island on the Fresh Flower Vessel.

They only reached Black Horse Port in the afternoon, immediately met with a flurry of construction activity—accompanied by several refurbished old ships being launched, the port's throughput was achieving record highs, necessitating expansion and the construction of larger docks and warehouses.

At the same time, the built-up area of the port town had already merged with Black Horse Port, with various workshops rising from the ground. Following last year's Pioneer Mandate, Liszt had poached many craftsmen from the Eagle Kingdom. Under Liszt's support, these craftsmen started establishing their own workshops.

Admittedly, the population of Black Horse Island was still not significant, with less than twenty thousand, and once allocated across the smaller towns, it became even more sparse. But for a primary development town like the port town, at least five thousand people settled here, with the majority of the island's trade passing through.

The pace of development was naturally rapid.

After exchanging pleasantries with the town officials, the group decided to rest first, planning to conduct a formal inspection the following day. So, the night was spent dining and drinking to excess, indistinguishable from any noble feast.

"To the glory of knights, cheers!"