Mount and Blade System: Start from Pioneer Lords.

Chapter 475 Unrestrained and Unconventional
The following night, the long-silent Maria Opera House was brightly lit.

This building, which had become unusually desolate due to the disaster of the dead, seemed to be revitalized by this special cultural exchange.

The enormous magic crystal chandelier illuminated the hall as bright as day, and the gilded decorations shimmered with a luxurious luster under the light.

A large number of nobles and officers from the North, dressed in their finest attire, entered the theater one after another, whispering among themselves, instantly filling the opera house with a lively atmosphere.

The VIP boxes on the second floor were already full.

Flina sat in the luxurious private room in the center of the second floor, wearing a dignified dark red velvet dress. A silver hair crown tied up her fiery red hair, revealing her smooth forehead and slender neck.

She remained calm, her hands clasped together on her knees.

Li Wei sat casually beside Flina. He had changed into a well-tailored suit, not the formal style commonly seen in the North, but one that incorporated more leather and metal buckles, outlining his tall and straight figure, making him appear both elegant and untamed.

Tina and Sersney sat on either side of her, one with a gentle smile and the other with a cold gaze, while Sofia sat behind her, munching on sunflower seeds.

The announcer was a cameo appearance by the rabbit-woman attendant of the Lord of High Cliff Fortress. She was like a phantom emerging from a midnight dream, her classic bunny girl outfit creating an unforgettable silhouette.

The bodysuit she wore was made of a rich, matte black velvet that clung to her skin, precisely outlining her smooth body curves like a second skin.

A V-shaped cutout design on the chest, with the edges meticulously trimmed with soft leather of the same color, perfectly showcases the beautiful collarbone and shoulder lines.

The lines of her legs were infinitely elongated by the sheer black stockings, with delicate embroidery subtly adorning the top of the stockings, about a finger's width above the cuff. The skin beneath was faintly visible, adding a touch of sensuality that could ignite the most primal desires in a man's heart.

Most strikingly, her white rabbit ears twitched on her head, adding to her exotic charm.

When the beautiful bunny girl announcer stepped onto the stage covered in luxurious velvet and crisply announced to the more than 50,000 people below that a unique competition would be held between the bards of the North and the grass troupe of High Cliffs, the first reaction to this unexpected event was a continuous stream of swallowing sounds, followed by thunderous applause.

"Your Excellency Li Wei, although it may be presumptuous, I've never seen the clothes this rabbit-woman is wearing before?"

Inside the private room, the scarred nobleman Andrei rubbed his hands together and asked cautiously.

The count was a staunch supporter of Flinna, so this unique competition was proposed by him at Flinna's behest.

"This is a new style that High Cliff Fortress developed on its own, called the Bunny Girl Dress." The lord laughed and then winked, "Anyway, High Cliff Fortress still has some left, so I'll have someone send a few sets to Andrei later."

"This... Your Majesty Levi, your generosity is as vast as the ocean." At first, Andre hesitated, wondering whether to decline and show that he was not a lecher, but he was afraid that this dragon knight might take it seriously, so he could only thank him quickly.

Besides him, there were several Northern nobles who were most loyal to Flinna in the private room. When they saw that she had actually gotten it, they hesitated to speak.

"It's alright, I'll give each of you a set later." The lord waved his hand, immediately drawing a flurry of genuine flattery.

Flina and Tina pretended not to hear the deal, but Sersney was very direct, rolling her eyes at Levi.

"Disgusting." The Black Dragon Queen paused slightly. "I mean, a rogue."

……

There was a faction of dukes who supported Frina and had a good impression of the lord, and naturally there was a faction of old nobles who looked down on her.

Being able to share a private room with the lord means you're all on the same side, so naturally you have to give him some perks.

In another VIP box on the second floor, most of the nobles wore expressions of anticipation, and some noblewomen even jokingly asked with smiles—would these barbarians from Gaoyabao perform a hula dance as an artistic gesture?

They weren't necessarily disrespectful to the dragon knight, but since the marriage alliance with High Cliff Fortress was a done deal, and there was no way to change the fact that they would be living under the same roof as these barbarians in the future, they naturally sought to gain a sense of superiority and put themselves in a superior position in some aspects.

Especially considering that this dragon knight is also human, one of their own, they would subconsciously lean towards them rather than those orc barbarians.

Humans have always had a sense of superiority over other intelligent species.

Even when facing dragons, people outwardly show respect but secretly slander them, saying that dragons are so powerful yet some still become human mounts, and that humans, not dragons, are the ones who rule the continent.

Moreover, in the eyes of these powerful and wealthy people, Gaoyabao was just a newly established territory that had only emerged a few years ago in the wilderness, and its people were all barbarians from the wilderness. How could there be any art to speak of?

Of course, some ancient families with a long history do not have this sense of superiority. They have always adhered to the family motto of humility and elegance, and they are very disdainful of this behavior of belittling others to elevate themselves.

Li Wei found this polarized classification of nobles very interesting because it allowed him to see the diversity of species.

Just as no two leaves in the world are exactly alike, no two people are exactly the same.

The arrogance and humility of intelligent beings can be seen in the same person.

The performance began soon afterward, with expensive magic crystal chandeliers casting a dreamlike glow, and the audience area becoming completely dark except for the stage.

The Northern forces sent a group of experienced bards who, besides being poets and scholars, were also actors, possessing low-level magic skills.

There's a famous saying in the Middle Ages: "It's not surprising that bards can do anything, but they're all as clumsy as goblins."

Of course, this "clumsiness" refers to comparison with masters in various fields.

They performed a "heroic epic" famous in the North, which tells the story of how a knight went through hardships to become a hero.

No one in the North is unaware of this story or has seen this musical, but they are still captivated by the bards' exquisite performance. These bards even add dazzling spells as needed to enhance the immersive experience, immediately earning them countless cheers.

The lord watched in amazement, exclaiming that this was like special effects from a movie come to life.

Finally, the grand musical, performed by nearly a hundred bards, came to an end, with a handsome bard with a small mustache and a feathered hat adding a fitting poem to conclude the performance.

Dear hero~
The pupils sank, like stars.
They rotated in turn, disappearing below the horizon.
But this is a different kind of rebirth, no need to be sad~
……

As soon as the poem ended, a thunderous applause erupted.

Even the lord had to lead the applause; to be fair, it wouldn't be a bad deal to pay a few silver coins to watch these bards' performance. "Lord Liyoubei, we'd like to ask, what is a hero?"

Just as the bards were preparing to make their graceful exit, someone in the audience suddenly shouted.

"A hero is a hero; sometimes, it's destiny."

The bard who presented the poem smiled, glanced at the noble box on the second floor, adjusted his hat brim, and left.

The lord was very perceptive and knew that the other person was looking at him. He turned to look at Freya, who also shook her head.

"This Lord Liyoubei is a true bard who has traveled throughout the continent and is famous throughout the seven kingdoms. After we met him on our journey, he volunteered to join us in helping us resolve the calamity of the undead. His magical skills are very high."

"The program for the performance was also suggested by him."

For Frina to say that his cultivation level was very high, he must at least be an epic-level expert. Faced with such a powerful expert without a master, the lord was tempted again.

"Li Wei, don't even think about keeping him here. Lord Li Youbei left after this performance. He is proficient in earth elemental magic and can travel dozens of miles underground in an instant. Even if you ride a dragon, you can't catch up with him."

With just one sentence, Frina forced the lord into a chair.

"It seems like all the experts we don't usually encounter suddenly appear like bamboo shoots when something happens," Li Wei exclaimed.

Frina smiled and said, "There are many more experts in this world than just those you have seen and heard about. The ancient continent is vast, and there are countless powerful figures who live in seclusion. The few powerful figures that are known to the outside world are only those that can be counted on one hand."

"Many powerful individuals do not like to show off, nor do they want to concern themselves with the internal conflicts among the people of the Middle Continent. Naturally, they will not get involved. However, once it comes to foreign invasion of the Middle Continent, they will stand up without hesitation."

"The most famous one was the war between the twelve saints and the abominations of another world."

"Now that you mention it, it does seem to be true." The lord nodded.

He couldn't help but think of Bodolf of the White Tower, a sword master who was skilled in both magic and martial arts, whose lighting technique had left a deep impression on him.

But it's been almost two years since we last parted ways in the Southern Territory.

I wonder how the other person is doing now. It's a pity that the White Tower is secluded in the world, and even if the lord wanted to find it, there was no way to do so.

"But don't underestimate yourself too much. With your strength, you can be called the number one warrior under the stars." Flina is a typical example of someone who follows her husband wherever he goes.

Now that the decision has been made to form a marriage alliance with Li Wei, simply suppressing his arrogance is not enough; we also need to give him confidence.

She had already seen the images in the memory crystal of Livy brutally beating up the bodies of the Lich King and the Saints.

The fact that this marriage went relatively unimpeded was also thanks to the contents recorded in this memory crystal.

“Darling, it’s our turn to go on stage,” Tina had to interject.

Li Wei got up and went to the actors' preparation area outside the door, where everyone was looking at him.

"What, are you planning to make me take the stage myself?" Li Wei laughed.

These guys are all ruthless characters who can slash from east to west without batting an eye, but when faced with tens of thousands of people watching and the spotlight, they inevitably felt a bit shy.

"How can we let our leader go in person? We can handle them!" This group of barbarians are never ones to admit defeat, and they can't bear to lose face by having their leader go into battle.

Li Wei looked around and saw the eagerness on the faces of the orcs and centaurs, so he simply called out directly: "Gus, you and your brothers go up and show us what you've got. Since they have a lot of people, we shouldn't be too far behind."

Gus nodded and gave a slight nod to the centaur warriors. They put down their bows and arrows and broadswords, took out leather ropes from a pre-prepared box, tied up their wild hair and ponytails, painted their faces with colorful camouflage, put on the centaur's most primitive linen robes, and revealed their broad chests.

A primal and wild aura swept over us.

"Next, our Lenier warriors will present the song and dance 'Lasso,' and my name is Gus." Stepping onto the stage, as instructed by the lord beforehand, Gus looked down at the audience with a cold face. Even without the stage's built-in amplification crystal, his deep, husky voice was enough for everyone to hear clearly.

The Lynel warriors stood in neat rows behind Gus. Each centaur seemed to have been endowed with the masculinity of men by the Creator, with muscular arms, a chest as majestic as a mountain, and a proud and upright posture. They were the epitome of wildness, full of untamed beauty.

Their strength was truly astonishing; their muscles, sculpted like marble, were perfectly proportioned and breathtaking. Bathed in the sunlight, they were enough to make one's blood boil. What woman could resist such masculine men? This attracted the attention of many noblewomen.

And so the nobles of the North finally learned what wildness, savagery, and unbridled spirit meant!
All the Lynel warriors simultaneously slammed their powerful forehooves onto the stage floor, a unique and spiritual tap dance performed by centaurs and half-centurions.

Boom!Boom!Boom!
The rhythm was simple, heavy, and primal, yet it struck the hearts of every listener like a war drum, and even the crystal chandelier seemed to tremble slightly in response.

There was no complex instrumental accompaniment, only the pure sound of horses' hooves and the deep, powerful harmonies of the horsemen and warriors as the rhythm.

Give me a blue sky and a rising sun.
……

Gus began to sing. His voice was deep, resonant, and powerful. The lyrics were in an ancient centaur language, which most listeners could not understand. However, the melody's boldness, untamed spirit, and yearning for freedom transcended the boundaries of language.

As Gus sang the classic line, "The horse-taming man, you are so mighty and strong~", his entire imposing figure exuded a wild beauty, instantly causing countless people to be amazed.

As soon as the song began, the Lenir warriors sprang into action.

Their dance movements are expansive and powerful, full of wild energy.

Simulating the movements of lassoing, taming, galloping, and fighting, every arm raise, every leap, and every twist of the body demonstrates an amazing combination of flexibility and explosive power.

Their braided and ponytails swung violently with their movements, and the colorful camouflage on their faces flickered under the lights, adding to their mystery and wildness.

Their dance left all the Northern nobles speechless with awe, unable to find any other words to describe their feelings.

(End of this chapter)