I was a lord farming, how did I become an emperor?

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late at night.

Morning Mist Town is shrouded in mist.

In the barracks, the soldiers, exhausted from a long day, were already resting.

Gunle and Kyle sat by the town's fence.

The two had just finished inspecting the sentry post.

The fog limited visibility, and both men were worried that the ghouls might launch a sneak attack under the cover of the fog.

"It's a pity we can't drink alcohol," Gunle sighed.

He grinned and looked up at the sky.

"Otherwise, drinking to your heart's content after a fierce battle is the most enjoyable thing in the world."

"Forget about drinking, Lord Gunther."

Kyle said seriously, "Unless we annihilate the enemy."

"Otherwise, we must be extra cautious after the battle, as the enemy may take advantage of our fatigue to launch a surprise attack."

Kyle looked at Gunle and continued:
"His Majesty the Emperor has decreed that drinking alcohol is forbidden in military camps."

"Although it's a bit upsetting, it's the right choice."

"Kyle, I was just making a comment, I'm not really going to drink."

Kyle's words caused Gunle to look pained.
"All you do all day is lecture, I'm sick of hearing it."

"He talks even more nonsense than my wife."

Gunther muttered to himself and shook his head.

"You're the legion commander, so you can't say anything."

Kyle reiterated, "You should obey military regulations, respect military regulations, and be a role model for all soldiers."

"Hmm? Shouldn't higher official rank mean more freedom?"

Gunle retorted, "I remember when I was in the garrison of the northern border city."

"That former superior officer spent his days drinking, eating meat, and playing around with women."

"Why are there so many rules?"

Gunther sighed.

Kyle didn't say anything.

But the smile on his face and the look in his eyes revealed his disdain for these things.

"Look, look, I hate this attitude of you nobles."

Gunther pointed at Kyle, "That look of disdain."

He paused, then sighed.
"Sigh, okay, I admit it."

"Indeed, such a noble army was very weak."

After saying that, Gunle nudged Kyle on the shoulder.

"Thank you for your help today."

He pulled a wooden box from his pocket. "Here, take this."

"what?"

Kyle paused for a moment, then shook his head.

I don't need a thank you gift.

"Collaboration among colleagues is the proper thing to do."

"Only in this way can we entrust our backs to each other."

Kyle said righteously.

"You really don't want it?"

Gunle asked, "Don't you want to know what this place is?"

Kyle shook his head firmly.

"Alright then." Gunle put the wooden box back into his arms.

"Sigh, then all my efforts have been in vain."

Gunle sighed, "This thing not only used up all my merits, but also involved a lot of acquaintances and favors!"

"That's how I managed to cut in line and get this!"

Gunle opened the wooden box and stared at the small metal vial, about the size of his palm, inside.

"Perfect Knight's Roar Potion, it is said that it contains dragon blood."

"It is specially designed for top-tier knights and is extremely difficult to manufacture."

"The other top-tier knights are all in line."

Kyle's eyes widened.

He stared intently at Gunle. "Even for top-tier knights?"

"You're not lying to me?"

He knew about the Knight's Roar Potion.

However, most ordinary Knight's Roar potions are intended for use by high-ranking knights.

Am I that kind of person?

Gunle countered with a question, then explained, "As I said, this is specially made, intended for use by top-tier knights."

"If an ordinary knight uses it, and their aptitude isn't high enough, they'll explode and die instantly. Well, they'll just die at best."

Before he could finish speaking, Kyle suddenly grabbed Gunle's arm, trying to grab the bottle of Perfect Knight's Roar Potion.

Gunle paused for a moment,
What are you doing?

Didn't you say you didn't want it?

Gunle smiled.

"No, I want it."

Kyle said it with utmost seriousness.

"No, you said you didn't want it, so I'm going to return it."

Gunle put the wooden box back in. "Didn't you say we're all brothers? No need for a thank-you gift?"

"No, I want it!"

Kyle's expression was extremely serious.

He grabbed Gunle and began to rob him.

"Don't try to take it! Here, take it!"

Gunther stood up, frowning. "Bah! Aren't you supposed to be an elegant nobleman?!"

Kyle ignored Gunle's words and stared intently at the small bottle in the wooden box.

With this potion, becoming a legendary knight is no longer a dream for Kyle!

Imperial law stipulates that His Majesty the Emperor will arrange the promotion of those who reach the pinnacle of top-tier knighthood to legendary knighthood.

The prerequisite is that the physique must be strong enough, the qi cannot increase during the breathing technique practice, and the qi begins to show signs of abnormality.

Otherwise, they wouldn't be able to survive that kind of promotion process.

How do I use this?

Kyle asked eagerly.

"Drink it directly."

Gunle cautioned, "But you must be careful to drink it when you are in the best condition."

"Don't drink again after sleeping with a woman while you've been drinking, or you might pass out, and then you'll have failed."

He paused, then continued:
"In addition, this process can be quite lengthy, and those with weaker constitutions will experience more pain."

"Especially since your bottle is specially made and contains dragon's blood, it may be even more painful."

Gunle looked at the mist that filled the air outside Morning Mist Town.

"The war is tense right now, I think you'd better not drink it for the time being."

Kyle nodded vigorously.

Then he stood up solemnly and bowed to Gunther.

"Thank you, Commander."

"I will definitely repay your kindness."

"OK OK."

Gunle waved his hands repeatedly, somewhat speechless, "Look at you, I didn't ask anything of you."

"I'm pretty useless in this life, otherwise I wouldn't have given it to you."

Gunle sighed, "I'm still only a mid-level knight."

"Becoming a legend is only possible in dreams."

“But you’re different. You’re only two steps away, and you’re still young.”

Kyle looked at Gunle and nodded slightly.

There was no comfort or advice offered.

But this annoyed Gunle. "No, brother."

Gunle stared wide-eyed.

"You'd agree with me after I belittled myself like this?"

"Where has your aristocratic elegance gone? All that's left is bluntness?"

"I'm sorry, Lord Gunther."

Kyle apologized sincerely: "Please forgive my intrusion, but there's nothing I can do about it."

"Your knighthood awakening came too late."

"Even if you had started your education at the age of twenty, under the glorious light of the empire and the protection of His Majesty the Emperor."

"You too may become a legendary knight."

Gunther remained silent for a moment.

He knew Kyle was telling the truth.

The timing of a knight's initial training is very important.

The earlier you start cultivating, the easier it is to develop your body's potential.

But he had already missed the best opportunity.

"But that's okay."

Kyle solemnly declared, "Your son will surely become a legendary knight in the future."

"Don't exaggerate, my top-tier knight."

Gunle smiled and said, "My son is not even three years old yet!"

"You can already see that he will become a legendary knight?"

"Definitely."

Kyle nodded solemnly, his gaze deep and thoughtful.

"The empire is different now."

"Excuse my bluntness, but the future empire will have no fewer than twenty legendary knights."

"And if the current trend continues..."

"Legendary knights will be everywhere in the future, and at least every legion commander will become a legendary knight."

Kyle had already seen the changes in the soldiers and knights of the Empire.

Everyone's physical condition is improving, and their strength is extraordinary.

Moreover, this was especially true of the newly recruited soldiers; almost everyone possessed the potential to become a knight.

It is said to be from the radiance of the empire and the protection of the emperor.

But how it came about is not important.

The important thing is if this effect continues.

Based on previous experience, all high-level knights, and even mid-level knights, can now become legendary knights.

This number is astonishing.

Based on Gunther's physique, and considering that the women he preferred tended to be plump and tall, this was a good indicator.

Therefore, Kyle can conclude that Gunther's children will definitely not have poor health in the future.

And the resources that Gunther could provide would not be lacking, so his son would inevitably become a legendary knight.

Kyle sometimes wonders, what comes after legend?
After listening to Kyle's serious analysis.

Gunle chuckled and snorted.
"I thought you were praising my son."

“However,” Gunle then said seriously, “you are indeed right.”

"Actually, we noticed something unusual back in Frostleaf Town. His Majesty the Emperor has brought about changes to the entire town..."

Before Gunther could finish speaking, Kyle immediately reached out to stop him.

He stared intently at the distant forest shrouded in mist.

"Something's wrong."

Kyle frowned. "I have a feeling something's not right."

"What's wrong?"

Gunle looked ahead. "Aren't the patrol soldiers and sentries all there, just as they were?"

"There's nothing unusual about it."

"That's why I felt something was wrong."

Kyle continued to observe his surroundings. "There's a familiar yet unsettling aura about me."

"breath?"

"Gunner asked."

"If that's what you're saying, then there really is a problem."

"After all, you are a top-tier knight, and your perception is much sharper than mine."

"Sir, are you able to contact those spellcasters?" Kyle asked.

"Of course, I used to drink with Luxem often, so we know each other."

"Could we have them come and check the surrounding area?"

"it is good."

Gonner stood up without hesitation. "Come with me."

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Inside a residential house.

Luxem sat on the bed, meditating.

Once their magic power is exhausted, they will unleash their potential.

This is the best time for meditation.

So Luxembourg didn't even have dinner that evening; he went straight to meditation.

However, Luxembourg did not completely go into seclusion.

He would wake up every now and then to see if any orders came through.

Lucian is now the empire's chief wizard and has many things to deal with.

For example, after processing the materials from the giant ghouls and the Dark Knight's corpses today, we need to report to him.

In addition, His Majesty Rhodes may also summon him.

Therefore, Luxembourg could not devote himself entirely to training.

"Lord Lucen."

When Luxem woke up for the third time, a guard came in to report.

"Miss Salia is waiting for you outside."

Why is she here so late?

Luxem was somewhat puzzled.

He immediately got up and went outside.

Salia stood somewhat awkwardly at the door, accompanied by two guards and a maid.

Salia, who came from the slums, was perfectly capable of taking care of herself, but Rhodes still provided her with an attendant so that she could focus on her studies.

"What's wrong, Salia?"

Luxen looked down at the little girl and asked.

"teacher."

Salia said in a low voice, "Professor Luxen, I feel a little unwell."

Are you feeling unwell? Did you catch a cold?

Lusen instinctively reached out and touched Salia's forehead.

Then he reacted.

This little girl naturally possesses the talent of Holy Light.

Whether it's an illness or a wound, she should be able to heal herself.

They won't get sick so easily.

"Why would I feel uncomfortable?"

Lu Sen pondered for a moment and asked, "Are you feeling unwell, or is the holy light energy within you out of control?"

"It's holy light energy."

Salia frowned. "It keeps running around inside my body, it's a bit out of control."

"I just feel very uncomfortable and don't want to stay here."

The little girl couldn't describe it accurately for a moment.

"Don't want to stay here?"

Luxem became alert.

Just then, Gang Le strode over.

"Lusen!"

Gangle said loudly, "There are some things I need your help with."

He turned to introduce Kyle beside him.

"This is my deputy."

"Don't underestimate him, he's a top-tier knight."

He sensed that something was off about the atmosphere around him.

Kyle stepped forward and bowed respectfully, "Lord Luxen."

Luxem knew Kehl.

Lusen had met the Vanguard's top knight, a former commander under the Duke of Flowers, a few times.

"I'm sorry, I can't explain it clearly."

Kyle said, "It's just a feeling, and I hope you can send a spellcaster to scout the surrounding area."

"I understand you."

Lucien pondered for a moment, "Have you tested your wizarding talent?"

"No."

Kyle shook his head.

Kyle is just a knight, and at his age, he's well past the stage of talent testing.

"You wait."

Luxem immediately got up and went into the inner room.

A moment later, he took out a crystal ball and placed it in front of Kyle.

"Try it, put your hand on it, and use your mental energy to feel it."

Kyle did not hesitate and immediately placed his hand on the crystal ball, his expression calm.

The light spots on the crystal ball lit up.

The number is nearly eleven.

This indicates that Kyle has some wizarding talent.

However, he was too old and had already missed the opportunity to awaken.

When Kyle opened his eyes, Luxen asked without hesitation:
What did you see?

"A world of light."

Kyle recalled, "There were all sorts of white animals, and even the trees were bathed in light and shadow."

"And there are winged lions... I don't quite understand them."

Kyle looked confused.

"It's ok."

Luxen realized something and suddenly looked at the guard.

"Send the order to assemble the entire wizarding order!"

Luxem shouted, "Inform His Majesty the Emperor!"

"The necromancer might ambush us!"

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……

Black Flame flapped its wings and landed in the open space in the center of Morning Mist Town.

What happened?

Rhodes's gaze was sharp.

A notification sent late at night must mean something urgent has happened.

Lucien immediately stepped forward, "Your Majesty, the necromancer is likely nearby."

“I have already had the wizarding order check the food and water supplies, and they are also detecting any magical fluctuations.”

"it is good."

Rhodes nodded and asked, "How did you find out?"

"Your Majesty, there are no definite signs yet, but..."

Luxen described what had happened to Salido and Kehl.

Salia is a sorceress with a talent for holy light, and her constitution is exceptionally sensitive to dark, negative energy such as that of the undead.

Kyle's talent is likely also related to light.

But he was only a top-tier knight, and could only sense that something was wrong.

The combination of these two signs strongly suggests that a necromancer is up to something.

"Well, you're right."

Rod nodded slightly in agreement with Lusen's statement.

The military camp was brightly lit.

The soldiers were fully armed.

The distant forest was completely silent.

Apart from the fog, there was nothing unusual.

"Your Majesty, Lord Luson."

A wizard strode over and reported, "Nothing unusual has been found in the food and water supplies, nor have any magical fluctuations been detected."

Upon hearing the report, Luxembourg did not relax; instead, his brows furrowed even more deeply.
"Your Majesty, there must be something wrong!"

"We can't detect anything; it's very likely that Lomisa used an even more powerful spell!"

Luxembourg showed no arrogance whatsoever.

On the contrary, he knew that the methods of the supernatural world were always beyond imagination, especially necromancy.

Kyle stepped forward and knelt on one knee.
"Your Majesty, in any case, I suggest that the army retreat."

Even being overly cautious is better than being ambushed.

Rod looked at Kyle, then at Lucien.

Then nodded.

"Pass down the order: the entire army prepares to retreat."

"Yes, Your Majesty!"

The crowd responded in unison, and the army quickly began to assemble.

Rhodes gazed in the direction of Ancient Wood City, where the fog grew even thicker.

The food was not poisoned, the water source was fine, and there were no magical fluctuations in the surroundings.

Romissa, what are you doing?

Rhodes thought to himself.

The fog was too thick at night, otherwise Black Flame and the others could have searched the surrounding area thoroughly.

Rhodes shook his head with a sigh, then mounted Blackflame and prepared to leave.

Wait, fog?
Rod suddenly realized what was happening and immediately looked at Lucien, asking,
"Lusen, could you please disperse the fog around here?" (End of Chapter)