Kingdom Domain

Inside the Hall of Governance of North Wind Fortress.

How much longer will it take to complete the criminal law section?

"Lord Keosius, if I may be so bold, this task is far too arduous. Compiling a complete Kingdom Law is simply not something that we can accomplish in a few months."

"Oh? Why?"

"The structure of the Embers of the Burned Kingdom is too complex. It not only needs to take into account the local productivity and social structure, but also the habits and spell usage of various races. This is a completely new field for us, and it is impossible to carry it out without a lot of practical research."

"My lord, let me give you an example: eating the corpses of one's own kind is undoubtedly an insult and a grave crime to humans, but for Ogre, it is a long-standing social custom. In other words, based on the current number of races in the kingdom, we need to make more than twenty different versions, and we may continue to add more in the future."

His voice sounded tired.

"But the order of the kingdom needs to be regulated by written law, and it cannot be delayed."

"Of course, we will do our best—"

"One month. Within one month, you must submit the simplified framework of the Kingdom Law. The rest can be planned and filled in gradually."

"My lord, I think the time is still—"

"I will provide you with all the textual materials collected by the Lakman Duchy over the past century, as well as a large amount of funds."

"But--"

"There are no buts. If you can satisfy me, wealth, status, or power are all within my reach. Do you understand?"

"I understand, I understand."

The player who spoke was named "Yun Danfengqing," and his expression at that moment was particularly interesting, a mixture of joy and sorrow.

"Well..."

He was just an ordinary lawyer, but the immense pressure of his job and constant late nights caused him to suffer from hair loss at the young age of thirty. So, on his doctor's advice, he temporarily put aside his work and retreated into the virtual world, seeking a moment of peace in the world of swords and magic in Erezege.

Unlike those professional players who have reached the level 4 cap, Yun Danfengqing is just an ordinary player at level 1. He has never even taken on a combat mission and has only killed one chicken—which is the reality for many ordinary players.

"Yun Danfengqing" originally intended to become a Sorcerer to earn some contribution points, but unexpectedly, he inadvertently exposed his high level of professionalism and was caught in the Hall of Governance, tasked with compiling a legal code.

However, tempted by the dazzlingly huge reward, he ultimately chose to return to his old ways and go back to his old profession.

"Yun Danfengqing" looked around at the players with different expressions. Most of them were law students, and there were even intern lawyers. He was considered one of the seniors among them.

"Everyone, the project timeline is very tight. The client has become inhuman. No, it seems he wasn't human to begin with, but rather a dragon."

"The deadline is only one month."

"We'll probably have to work overtime to catch up on the schedule."

He looked down at the densely packed drafts of the "Kingdom Law" on the ground, and suddenly tears streamed down his face. The Yun Danfengqing of a middle-aged man vanished, replaced by the sorrow of a balding young man.

"No."

"Why am I still working even after arriving in another world?!"

Keosius got up, left the cubicle, and returned to the hall.

"These players need constant encouragement to keep up with the progress, otherwise they might slack off and delay the game until the official launch."

Keosius is well-versed in how clients push for faster project progress.

In truth, he never intended to create a prototype of the "Codex of the Embers of the Burned Kingdom" within a month; he would have been lucky to finish it within three months. But by setting the deadline at one month, he made them race against time to meet the deadline.

Players always prefer compromises. For example, if you open a window, everyone will definitely object. But if you advocate tearing down the roof, everyone will be willing to open a window. The same applies to the compilation of legal codes.

"After all, the Dictatorial Law has limited impact on the natives and cannot replace real laws. The kingdom needs a real code of law that can transcend time and race."

"Keosius thought."

The Red Dragon lay horizontally in the Hall of Governance, its enormous body making the hall, which could accommodate thousands of people, seem somewhat cramped.

He looked at the panel, where new achievements had already appeared, and a gold-plated crown appeared in his mind.

[You have established a nation and obtained the advanced achievement "King"] "Wherever the sun shines, it is the territory of the Empire! — Holy Fadlan, Aragon I

Your trait [Dictatorial Law] has been upgraded to: [Kingdom Domain]

Charisma +3, Domination Proficiency +10. Your kingdom is under your control. You can spend a certain amount of time to transform a region you rule into a [Kingdom Domain]. Within the [Kingdom Domain], you can actively suppress all spell reaction effects and enhance your own spellcasting power.

(Note: The original effects of the Dictatorial Law still exist.) "As expected of an advanced trait, this is equivalent to a giant Anti-Magic Field, and it can also enhance one's own magical strength."

"It even has a significant charm boost."

Keosius stared at the panel, marveling at it.

The familiar feeling returned to him, twisting his body and soul, bringing a pure elevation.

With his charm increasing by two points, a total of two 1.3x bonuses, his ability to exert influence on others has leaped forward again, reaching a terrifying level.

Although Keosius's Caster Level is only 13, his base Charisma stat of 28, which is enough to warp reality, allows him to cast spells with a power comparable to some Legendary Sorcerer.

"This must be what it feels like to be a 'numbers monster'..."

"Not bad."

The Red Dragon merely focused its will on a single point, without even casting a spell, and the elements there began to stir, with small flames dancing in the air.

Without spell models or Weave parameters, only the implementation of will and the manifestation of talent, this is the Sorcerer's "Power of I Think So".

"Then let's try the new ability."

"Kingdom Domain".

Keosius slowly closed his eyes, focusing his will on the gilded crown in his mind.

The surrounding space underwent a strange change, and an invisible force field slowly emerged, with all the magical energy within the field bowing down to the Red Dragon.

It can be said that he is the absolute ruler of this territory.

Kingdom Domain

The Red Dragon opened its eyes, and golden energy filled them.

He could sense the surging of the surrounding elements and control them. He could intensify them or silence them; all the magical energy within this realm was like his subjects, his retinue.

"A very powerful ability."

"If I were to face that Shadow Dragon again within the Kingdom Domain, I should not be helpless."

Suddenly, a sound came from Keosius's Dimensional Bag, and the "Arcane Hermit Order Badge" was shimmering with magical light.

"It seems to be the Second Arcane Hermit Order."

The Red Dragon cast Polymorph, its body shimmering with wisps of spiritual light. Its massive dragon form vanished, and Human Noble with black hair and golden eyes appeared in the Hall of Governance.

"However, quite a lot happened between these two meetings."

A smile appeared on Keosius's face.