Chapter 155: Silver Armored Knights

The day after the Divine Birth Festival, it happened to be Lei En's birthday.

Under the arrangements of his mother Marinda, Lei En had a wonderful birthday. Marinda learned quickly; she herself was a well‑educated teacher, and with the help of the steward Mariel, she gradually took on the appearance of a noble family's lady of the house.

In the following days, guests occasionally came to visit the new Earl of Glamorgan and were all warmly received by the lady of the house.

The family gradually got used to aristocratic life.

Lei En did not tell his family the details of his ennoblement, only saying that he had been commissioned by the Title: Duke to go to Mo Du ahead of schedule to inspect the territory.

In time his family will certainly learn the truth, but for now Lei En just wants them to enjoy life.

Three days after the New Year, people began the work of the new year.

The festive atmosphere gradually faded.

Lei En said farewell to his family and went alone to the Viola Manor.

When he arrived at the manor, Viola was already waiting. The two were to set out together today, leaving Longshande; Viola was to receive her Dong Ting Bo Ju Ling, and Lei En would accompany her, staying a few days in Dong Ting City before heading to Mo Du.

In front of the manor's gate stood a car and a dozen or so horse‑drawn carriages.

The lady steward Abigail directed a large number of servants, loading items onto the vehicles; amid the bustle, everything remained orderly.

Lei En saw many unfamiliar faces among the servants—twenty to thirty of them—all newly hired by Viola.

As a duly ennobled lady countess and an Empire councilor, this was the expected display.

Even though they were all earls, Lei En, traveling alone, seemed far too modest in comparison.

"Lei En."

Viola's voice came from the car; he slipped into the back seat and sat beside her. Today Viola wore the attire that symbolizes an earl—tailored and imposing—giving her an air of authority, while her beautiful face shone brilliantly.

"Your Grace, Count, you truly have a lot of possessions," Lei En teased.

Viola gave him a sideways glance, then grasped his hand and sighed, "I would rather abandon all this and go to Mo Du with you."

Lei En felt a bit moved, but he knew it was impossible.

Perhaps when Viola spoke, she thought the same—sincere and heartfelt—but it was only a momentary impulse, her emotions clouding her judgment.

The title and lands of the Dong Ting Bo Ju were too important to her.

Viola had spent years striving for it; she could not simply give it up, whether for her own power growth or for spreading Longhaired Lady's faith, both depended on managing Dong Ting City.

Lei En could foresee that Viola would shift her record company's focus to Dong Ting City.

Relying on the territory's tax revenue and the company's profits would not only grant her immense power and a place among the Empire's elite, but also serve as capital for her ascent to legend and even a push toward higher ranks.

In Ai Lun E Si, when talent is sufficient, wealth can be converted into strength; even Holy Soul Wizards lack money.

In terms of the former Earth's parlance, it's like spending money to get stronger!

If it weren't for the ability to absorb souls for charging—faster and more efficient than spending money—Lei En would also take that route, earn money properly, and fight using cash power.

Regarding Viola's choice, Lei En would not let her abandon her title and lands for his sake.

That would be too selfish.

Lei En did not reply, but comforted her: "You needn't worry; the Title: Duke sent me to Mo Du for a reason. She knows I have a steel body, not so easily killed— even legendary superhumans may have lower defense than me."

Viola gave a gentle nod.

When she learned that Lei En had bloodied Berk Fortress that day, she was truly shocked.

The Secret Fire Guard's investigation suggested the culprit might have been a legendary great swordsman; the conclusion was wrong, yet it still demonstrated Lei En's might, making people mistake him for a legend.

The two talked for a few minutes, and Viola's luggage was finally packed.

A dozen or so cars and carriages rolled out of the manor in grand procession, drawing curious gazes from many on the road.

Heading northward.

Not far after leaving Longshande, a rumbling earth‑shaking sound came from behind, and a group of Silver Armored Knights on high‑steed horses caught up.

The convoy halted to wait.

The knights drew nearer, the ground's tremor growing stronger, an astonishing momentum surged forward as if ten thousand troops were charging.

Even knowing they were not foes, the servants seated in the carriages still felt fear.

Soon, before reaching the convoy, the knights split into three groups: one slowed and stayed behind, another rode ahead to clear a path, and a third ran parallel to the vehicles, forming a protective formation.

Lei En observed the knights.

Their warhorses were no ordinary steeds—taller and sturdier, muscles bulging, coats shining silver, with copper‑coin‑sized scales covering their bellies and necks. They looked majestic; despite their weight, speed was unaffected, running like the wind—fast and steady.

These were Silver‑scaled Horses, bearing a trace of draconic blood, classifiable as a dragon‑spawn.

The knights mounted upon them were even more striking.

Each was a superhuman, all serving as Iron Guard, mostly second or third rank. They wore heavy silver armor, equipped with long spears, large shields, and two‑handed swords, skillfully controlling their mounts as they galloped along the road.

"Silver Armored Knights, truly live up to their name," Lei En couldn't help but exclaim.

In this world of superhuman power, armies composed of ordinary people are essentially limited to guard duty, no match for superhumans.

Truly powerful armies consist entirely of superhumans.

But the scarcity of superhumans limits army size; a legion of two or three thousand can sweep across many weaker human realms.

The Silver Star Duke's Silver Armored Knights are renowned throughout the Empire.

It is one of her pillars for ruling Longshande; with just over three thousand members, maintaining so many superhumans costs tens of thousands of Gold Shields each year.

At that moment, a Silver‑scaled Horse halted beside the car, and a Silver Armored Knight leapt down.

He lifted his helm, revealing a middle‑aged man's face—steady expression, sharp eyes—and announced loudly, "Dong Ting Bo Ju, Earl of Glamorgan, I am Bademon, the captain of this expedition; do the two earls have any orders?"

"Nothing for now," Viola replied, "Thank you for your efforts, Sir Bademon."

Lei En also nodded.

He used his Soul Observation to gauge that Sir Bademon was a fifth‑rank Iron Guard, with impressive strength and defense, and his silver armor was enchanted—quite formidable.

"Duty calls."

Bademon donned his helmet, mounted the Silver‑scaled Horse, and waved, signaling the convoy to set off again.

This time they led three squads of silver‑armored knights, each squad twenty men. Two of the squads will stay in Winter Thunder City to help Viola take over the territory, maintain order, and prevent any trouble.

Later Ba Demeng will lead a squad of silver‑armored knights to go with Lei En to Mo Du.

At that time, the Secret Fire Guard promised by the Silver Star Title: Duke will finally arrive at Winter Thunder City, rendezvous with Lei En, and set out together.

There is another chapter tonight; I'm writing it now, ha…

(End of chapter)