Li Yifei had not felt this driven in a long time.
The power and strength of a knight spurred him onward, making him want to explore unknown realms.
The future was full of hope, waiting for him to conquer it piece by piece.
Under such circumstances, Li Yifei seemed much more cheerful overall.
When List began summoning them, he wore a beaming smile.
"My lords, Count Simon has already reported the state of the war in the Zhongxin Star System. I thank you all for fighting valiantly and expanding the Empire's territory."
List first expressed his gratitude. Li Yifei and the others hurriedly placed hands over their chests and bowed. "It is our duty, Your Grace."
"Those with merit shall be rewarded, and those with faults shall be punished. Our Dark Empire has always acted decisively, and I have never forgotten the promises I made to you all. Attendants... bring the decrees of investiture."
At List's call, attendants immediately stepped forward, presenting the prepared decrees with both hands.
"The circumstances within your families are complicated, so I will not reward each of you individually. According to the customs of our Dark Empire... Li Yifei."
When List called his name, Li Yifei froze for a moment before stepping out and standing before him.
An attendant approached him with a smile and whispered, "Kneel on one knee!"
Li Yifei finally understood and knelt according to knightly etiquette.
According to the basic etiquette he had learned, knights generally did not need to kneel before superior nobles. A hand over the chest was enough, while bowing was already a special courtesy reserved for high-ranking nobles.
Combat power was not simply built by piling things together. Spiritual strength also required honor and respect for one's dignity.
"You are walking the right path, Li Yifei!"
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