A knight dying on the snowfield was perhaps the most fated of endings. Unfortunately, Davis Golden Mushroom had even left his corpse behind on the snowfield.
According to the legends of Dragon Sleep Continent, anyone who died on the snowfield and rose again as a Snow Ghost would have his soul forever imprisoned within the Snow Ghost. Even if that Snow Ghost was destroyed, his soul would transfer to another Snow Ghost, never stopping, never resting.
It was the most terrifying kind of death.
"Convene the Elder Council immediately," Count Merlin ordered his attendant. Then he turned to Russell. "You will attend as well. Tell the executives about Snow Giant Da's ambush and your advancement to Dragon Domain Lord."
"Alright." Russell nodded.
The Elder Council chamber was brightly lit, but only four executive elders were actually present: Chief Executive Count Merlin, Chief Steward Lord Kunbei, Minister of Volcanoes Lord Welch, and Keeper of the Seal Lord Kunqiao.
Minister of Finance Baron Davis Golden Top Mushroom had already fallen; Chief Judge Count Oscro Waterwillow had returned to his territory long ago; Minister of Foreign Affairs Baron Kunbif Shadowflame had likewise returned to his territory.
It was just like when Baron Roman went home and had Roland serve as his assistant in his stead.
These High Nobles all had their own assistants, so they did not need to remain in Red Castle at all times and could return home whenever they wished.
Moreover, Count Oscro's son and Baron Kunbif's grandson were both Selecting the Young Master candidates, making this a perfect opportunity to cultivate their administrative abilities.
"First, I have two pieces of news for everyone: one good, one bad." Count Merlin looked at the crowd. Along the way, he had already hidden his emotions well. "Which would you like to hear