The Knight of Light plants the sun in the eternal night.

Chapter 122 You Just Had to Walk into My Heart

"This is just the first mythical beast. One will lead to two, two to three, and three to countless others. Understand? Let's give it a round of applause!"

This is the meaning of the flower that Leo triggered when he touched a sunflower in the hallway on the day of the banquet.

He has the air of a success guru.

He genuinely applauded this flower language, which was his affirmation of the sunflower's resilience. He became even more convinced that as long as he persevered and persisted in planting the sun, one day he would grow a giant dragon.

Tearing through the darkness, it brings forth light.

The messenger knight from Glowing Fungus arrived that very evening, bringing the Baron's congratulations and orders.

"By order of the Baron, the Swamp Manor Knights Squad shall arrive at Glowing Fungus Castle before September 1st to participate in the Knights' assembly and grand training." After delivering the order, the messenger knight presented the Baron's congratulatory gift.

It was a congratulatory gift for Pluto, a gleaming longsword.

"Uh—" Looking at the gleaming longsword that was similar to the one at his waist, Leo knew perfectly well that it must have been made from the meteorite iron he had presented to his family, and then given to him as a gift by the Baron.

It is indeed true that they are using someone else's flowers to present to Buddha.

"However, some of them are impractical," Leo commented quietly. Phantom Beast Knights don't need conventional weapons.

Because the Mythical Beast Light Plant can transform into weapons, these are called "Mythical Weapons".

Pluto hasn't reached that level of cultivation yet and can't develop his illusionary weapon, but he'll reach it sooner or later.

Leo was well aware of this, because Vanessa had only recently become a Phantom Beast Knight and was still in the development stage of her Phantom Weapon. The real Phantom Weapon had not yet been "forged," and she often forged it in their private training ground.

"I will pass this gift on to Lord Pluto." Leo took the gleaming longsword and instructed Butler Deck, "Take this knight to rest and treat him to the best food and wine."

"Yes, young master."

I thought tonight would be over.

Unexpectedly, we were greeted by an unforeseen guest.

Leo stood at the castle gate, staring incredulously at the thin figure before him, clad in a black cloak, a large hood, and a face mask: "Madam!"

"Leo, I've arrived." After entering the castle, the hood was lifted, revealing the countess's dignified, elegant, and charming face.

Two female knights followed behind her, one of whom was carrying a small jade box.

It's obvious that it contains the flower fairy Adela.

"Master, I'll take the knights down to rest," Butler Dirk said softly.

Leo looked at the Countess, who nodded slightly to the two female knights and accepted the small jade box: "You two go and rest with Butler Dirk."

"Yes, madam." The two female knights nodded.

Leo summoned his personal maid, Doris, who helped the Countess remove her black cloak. He then took her hand and led her straight up to the third floor.

"I'm so happy, madam. I've been dreaming of you coming." After entering the guest room, Leo immediately picked up the Countess. "Those few letters a month can't ease my longing for you."

"Me too," the Countess responded enthusiastically. "Hoo—so—um—I'm here."

The two of them lay down on the bed together.

The Countess then began to explain why she had come tonight: "I was on my way to St. Light Cathedral in Yorkshire for worship, but on the way I suddenly missed you, so I took a few knights and rode lightly to come here."

"I see." Leo hugged the Countess. "Actually, I also thought about coming to see you, but the gates of Taro Castle are hard to get through."

"Don't worry, I'll come here often."

"Um.

""

After repeating this several times, Leo said, "I was just about to write to you. I'm going to the Glowing Fungus Castle in three days to participate in the Knights' training. At the latest, I will be going to the battlefield with my family's Knights."

"I've heard about it, Leo." The Countess was naturally aware of such a major event. "The battlefield is dangerous, and I won't advise you against going, but you must promise me that you will protect yourself and return safely."

"Don't worry, I will."

During their time together, the two chatted about their recent situations. Although they had been corresponding, there were many things that couldn't be explained in detail in their letters.

On Leo's side, there was nothing particularly noteworthy.

In other words, they harvested spirit insects and magical beasts. After all, it was a rural manor, without much turmoil or upheaval.

It was mainly the Countess who was saying: "—The distant relatives of the Long Taro family have already taken me as their leader, and I have also won over the lords and knights one by one. The entire Thousand Tent Hills now follows my word—Leo, this feels wonderful."

Previously, the title of countess was merely a prestigious one; in reality, the territory largely maintained its autonomy after the death of Earl of Long Taro.

The knights developed the estate while awaiting the succession of a new earl.

The Countess was too lazy to try and win over the knights.

Now that she had a goal to strive for, the Countess took action. With her powerful strength as a second-level bishop as her backing, the members of the Long Fragrance Taro branch family and the knights under her command naturally flocked to the Countess one after another.

Instead of Evan, the six-year-old heir to the Count's throne who still loves playing in the mud.

Although Evan's parents were waving the banner and fighting against the Countess, they were of low status. The old Earl Eric had disliked them greatly during his lifetime, so he did not even grant them a title of lord or knight.

Secondly, he was unwilling to share the profits, always feeling that the future of the Taro Burger belonged to his family, and that others were born to be loyal to his family, Evan.

The Countess, on the other hand, used both carrots and sticks; anyone who opposed her was punished, and anyone who pledged allegiance to her was rewarded. And because she held the title of Countess, no one could challenge her rule until Evan came of age.

"I have been cultivating a force that truly belongs to me. The two female knights I brought today are those who are loyal only to me."

She chuckled and said, "I'm waiting for the phantom beasts to arrive. When they do, I'll train Thea and Vigus to become phantom beast knights. They'll be my flags planted in Taro Castle. Even if Evan comes of age, they won't be able to shake my resolve."

and.

The Countess had already planned ahead; Evan might not live to adulthood, though of course she wouldn't tell Leo about this plan.

She was afraid it would affect her image in Leo's eyes.

"I won't question your plans, and I trust your judgment, but I'm glad you've joined the Holy Light Church," Leo said. "It means that even if Taro Castle falls, you still have a way out, and your safety can be guaranteed."

The Countess smiled: "Leo, I'm so glad you've always thought of me. Only you want me to be safe and sound."

She had also discussed the plan with her father, Baron Rushwick.

Baron Rushwick's eyes lit up; he was only thinking about getting the Countess to help him make money from Taro Castle. As for whether things would go wrong, whether there would be retaliation, or how the Countess's safety would be guaranteed, Baron Rushwick didn't care at all.

The contrast made her even more fond of Leo.

This forbidden love was the greatest blessing the Holy Light bestowed upon her, allowing her to find the part of her heart that had always been empty.

"My lady, I don't really care about your sponsorship of me." Leo stroked the Countess's face. "I only want you—there are so many manors in the world, and so many castles in those manors, yet you chose to walk into mine."

"Leo—" The countess's eyes seemed to be spitting fire.

"Um?"

"I want!"

"hiss!"

The king-size bed in the guest room creaked and groaned all night, almost falling apart.