During the Dragon Birth Festival of Dragon Calendar 5587, Russell received a large number of eggs. This was a fixed tradition every Dragon Birth Festival, with the people offering eggs to their lord.
The weather gradually turned colder, and when Russell returned to Cigar Palace at night, he could already feel the biting chill in the air.
But to Russell's surprise, he saw Simulated Nightmare Beast Dragon Sembra.
"Sembra, have you memorized the Long Court of the Molten Fire Grand Duchy?" Russell asked happily. Mel's delegation had arrived at the Molten Fire Grand Duchy several days ago, and as a member of the delegation, Sembra was responsible for opening the portal.
"Yes, Russell. I have memorized the Long Court and can use Dream Teleport there at any time," Sembra replied.
"Excellent!"
The next day, Russell eagerly mounted Sembra and used Dream Teleport. In an instant, the scenery around him changed. He was directly transported from Cigar Palace to a side hall in the Long Court, then took one step forward and returned to reality.
The servants sweeping the courtyard were startled by the sudden appearance of Russell and Sembra.
But they quickly recognized Russell and hurriedly bowed. "Greetings, Your Highness."
"Does Mel live here?"
"Yes, Your Highness."
After the servant announced his arrival, Mel hurried out. "Greetings, Your Highness. When Sembra returned yesterday, I knew you were coming, but I didn't expect you wouldn't even sleep in. It's still the Dragon Birth Festival back home."
"How are things in the Molten Fire Grand Duchy?"
"I'm still sorting out the relationships among the nobles. However, the delegation from the Scorching Torrent Kingdom has been very active. They have little regard for commoners and are focused more on winning over the knightly class," Mel said.
"I see." Russell narrowed his eyes. "Then