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

The Countess changed into a gorgeous silk robe and, as she descended the stairs, transformed back into the dignified and elegant noblewoman.

But the smile that radiated from her face, which had previously appeared alluring but somewhat affected, was now so genuine.

The way she looked at Leo unconsciously shifted between adoration and delight.

"Good morning, madam."

Good morning, Leo.

The two exchanged a knowing smile, their unspoken words conveying a thousand unspoken thoughts.

Breakfast was served, and the two sat down at a table in the small dining room to eat. Butler Dirk served Leo, and Maid Poppy served the Countess.

As for the knights Frankenstein, Pluto, and others, they dined at the communal dining table in the hall.

Although Sunflower Castle is small, it has all the basic functions of a castle, including a public dining room, a banquet dining room, a small dining room, and a servants' dining room.

Moreover, the knights and servants of the Taro Castle caravan all have guest rooms on the first floor.

It can be said that from the very beginning, Sunflower Castle was designed for the Baron to stay and vacation with his family.

"The rain seems to have stopped." The Countess glanced out the window, her tone tinged with a hint of reluctance.

Leo also looked out the window: "Although the rain has stopped, the roads are too slippery, and some sections will be flooded and submerge the fluorescent fungi. So, Madam, you should stay in Sunflower Castle for a couple more days to ensure your safety before setting off."

"Yes, safety is the most important thing."

"certainly."

The two exchanged a glance, and there was another knowing smile between them.

There's no need for Leo to offer any inspirational quotes or display any wit or humor; a casual remark can be sweet for a long time.

Dirk, the old butler, kept his eyes down, pretending not to notice anything, while Poppy couldn't help but roll her eyes, feeling an urge to facepalm.

Seeing the two interacting too intimately, she could only cough lightly to remind the Countess and Leo to be mindful of their boundaries.

There's a Taro Castle knight in the outer living room.

The Countess raised her head and nodded slightly to Poppy. She understood this as well, so she quickly wiped away her sweet smile and returned to her usual noblewoman demeanor, her tone becoming polite as well.

For a moment, even Leo felt awkward and out of place.

If he didn't know that the Countess's heart already belonged entirely to him, he would have doubted whether his pleasure last night was just an act.

So I couldn't help but sigh in my heart: "Women are truly born actresses."

Then he realized that he was an actor himself.

Life is a grand stage; if you're interested, come and take your turn!

After breakfast, Franken had already invited the knights of Taro Castle to play cards in their guest rooms.

The knights were even more relaxed when the Countess announced that she would stay at Sunflower Castle for another two days. However, they couldn't leave the castle; the roads outside were mostly muddy, making it impossible for people or their warhorses to move.

Therefore, playing cards is the best form of entertainment.

The Countess even made a special trip to inspect the area, instructing the knights to have a good time, as she was also trying to win over the knights of Taro Castle.

Leo also took the opportunity to show himself, mainly to create an opportunity to be alone with them and not arouse the knights' suspicion: "Madam, I have many questions to ask you about the cultivation of the Holy Light."

"I would be happy to use the experience I have gained from the Holy Light to guide young pastors."

"I'm not a pastor yet, just a trainee pastor."

"But you've already formed a contract with the spirit insect, so becoming a priest is only a matter of time." The countess adopted a caring attitude towards her junior.

The knights didn't suspect a thing when the two left the guest room.

Butler Elias, on the other hand, seemed lost in thought during the meal, but was quickly pulled away by the maid Pope.

No one bothered Leo and the Countess anymore.

"Where are we going? Back to our room?" The Countess reverted to her childlike innocence.

Leo smiled, his eyes narrowing. "Madam, would you like to write poetry during the day?"

The Countess gently patted him: "What blasphemous thoughts are you having? Quickly repent to the Holy Light."

After saying that, two blushes suddenly appeared on her face: "Besides, without moonlight, who can tell the difference between day and night?"

Looking at the Countess's shy expression.

Suddenly, a short poem came to Leo's mind: "The gentleness of that lowered head is like a water lily shyly bowing to the cool breeze..."

In a short time.

I couldn't help but be a little dazed.

Seeing that Leo didn't respond but was staring blankly at her, the Countess felt both pleased and curious. She stretched out her slender hand and waved it in front of Leo: "What's wrong, Leo, my knight? What are you thinking about?"

Leo then came to his senses.

He grasped the Countess's hand and placed it on his chest: "I'm writing poetry, poetry for you."

"Poetry?" The Countess exclaimed in surprise. "You can write poetry... Holy Light, of course you can write poetry. After all, you can say things like 'Life is not just about the present hardships, but also about poetry and distant places' and 'Life is a wilderness, not a road.'"

She kept urging, "Leo, quickly read the poem you wrote to me."

The two had reached the second floor and were standing in the corridor lit by kerosene lamps. Leo took the Countess's arm around her slender waist.

Take a small sip of the crimson.

Then she slowly recited: "The most tender thing is that lowered head, like a water lily shyly trembling in the cool breeze. Saying goodbye, saying goodbye, in that goodbye there is a sweet sorrow - when will we meet again?"

The poem is finished.

The Countess unconsciously recited it along, savoring its charm, and then seemed to understand Leo's thoughts.

She lifted her head and hooked her arm around Leo's neck.

When the lips and tongue separate, only a thin silver thread remains connecting them.

The Countess said tenderly, "Leo, I know, I know, I don't want to part either, but don't be afraid, we will definitely meet again... I rarely went to Lancashire before, but from now on, I will go often, and every time I pass through, it will be the day we meet again."

He paused for a moment.

She looked at Leo again, a half-smile on her face, and said, "Besides, haven't I been staying here these past two days? Knight, forge ahead."

That's what I meant.

Leo regained his fighting spirit.

However, after a night of marching, he realized he needed to balance work and rest. Suddenly, he pointed out the window and said, "Look, the moon is out, and the sky is clear."

The Countess's attention was diverted, and she looked up at the sky as well: "What a bright waning moon!"

It is daytime now.

But the moon rose.

This is a unique way of life on the Eternal Night Continent. After the sun disappears, the nights are actually brighter when the moon is out. Moreover, the moonlight has a faint holy light effect, and many magical beasts are unwilling to walk under it.

Therefore, humans use the night when the moon rises as daytime and the day when the moon sets as nighttime.

"Come on, I'll take you somewhere."

"Where to?"

"Go to the Magic Crystal Field greenhouse and help me plant the Light Plants," Leo said with a smile.

The Countess readily agreed: "Great! I often grow succulents in Taro Castle too."

The two went downstairs together.

Leo called over Butler Dirk: "Find a pair of rain boots for my wife and me. We're going to the Magic Crystal Field greenhouse."

"Yes, young master."