Evening Banquet

A lavish banquet unfolded in the castle, and everyone had different thoughts in mind. Everyone at the banquet spoke in hushed tones, each harboring their own designs, while the center of attention was undoubtedly Green, who had just been promoted to a Knight Apprentice.

The entire banquet hall was decorated with extraordinary splendor. The glow of the candles illuminated the hall brilliantly. The wavering flames flickered without pause, making even the shadows of the people dance in the air.

The food carefully prepared by the chefs gave off a fragrant aroma. The champagne towers formed from countless tall glasses were filled with bright red wine, from which an adversarial atmosphere seemed to emanate.

Ashlyn, Leila, and Mia's mother quietly pulled them aside and softly reminded them that she hoped they could get closer to Green during the banquet and leave a good impression on him.

"Green is here."

Someone shouted in the banquet hall. Everyone present rose to their feet and followed the sound to look toward the doors.

Green entered the banquet hall in a tailcoat, a smile on his face. After nodding to everyone, he said, "Welcome, everyone, to the celebration of my successful promotion. I'm very happy to have received everyone's attention, and I would also like to thank Baron Klow for supporting this banquet."

After saying this, Green raised a glass of red wine toward everyone.

"Cheers!"

The people present reacted as well, picking up the red wine beside them. Seeing that the time was right, Green drained the wine in his hand in one go. Everyone else present drank the wine in their hands as well.

"The banquet officially begins. Please enjoy the food and music."

At Green's signal, the band began playing a lively tune. The banquet hall returned to its boisterous state. Everyone began focusing their attention on the banquet itself.

"Green, will you dance with me?" Green had just set down his wineglass when Ashlyn came over.

Green turned toward the source of the voice and saw Ashlyn gazing at him with a smile. The girl wore a sky-blue long dress whose hem fell just above her knees. Combined with her already ample charms, when Green looked at her, she proudly displayed her full bosom and snow-white thighs. Along with her tender voice, Ashlyn's charm made it impossible to look away.

Seeing that she had captivated Green, Ashlyn cheered inwardly. She immediately chose to take things a step further.

"Green, please?" Ashlyn moved directly closer to Green and pulled his hand into her arms.

"Hiss." Green suddenly felt that dealing with combat might actually be easier than dealing with the situation before him.

Seeing Ashlyn's uniquely styled dress and her intimate actions, Green did not refuse.

"Of course. After you." Green extended one hand and said this to Ashlyn with a smile.

Seeing that Green had agreed, Ashlyn was overjoyed. She hurriedly placed her hand on his and took the initiative to put his other hand around her waist.

As soon as the dance ended, Green quickly released Ashlyn.

This little fairy. Green had to admit that Ashlyn was far too skilled at this. She had constantly teased him throughout the dance, frequently rubbing her body against his. If he had not already broken through to become a Knight Apprentice and gained control over his muscles and emotions, Green feared he might have lost control.

More importantly, Green had no experience dealing with such a scene. From the moment the dance began, Ashlyn had completely controlled the rhythm. Fortunately, the Chip existed. With the Chip's abilities, Green seized the initiative in the latter half and avoided making things even more awkward.

Green felt that this dance had exhausted him more than dealing with Sike.

Just as Green lowered the hand around Ashlyn's waist and was about to rest, Leila and Mia came over as well.

From the moment Ashlyn had launched her attack, Leila and Mia, who had been watching Green all along, had already regretted acting too late.

"She got ahead of us. Damn it." Having fallen behind, the two could only watch Ashlyn and Green finish a dance.

Looking at the other girls around them who were eyeing Green like tigers watching their prey, Leila and Mia also felt a headache coming on. As Green's potential manifested, more and more people began paying attention to him.

Seeing more and more girls gathering beside him, Green was already thinking of a way to escape the situation.

"Young Master Green, Baron Klow invites you to meet him." Basel, the castle's butler, had appeared beside Green at some unknown point and spoke to him respectfully.

Green, who had been worrying about having no excuse to leave, immediately replied, "Basel, take me to the Baron."

The girls present watched as Butler Basel led Green away, their faces filled with resentment. Ashlyn alone was different. As the only girl at the entire banquet to have danced with Green, she was far ahead of the others. With a victorious look in her eyes, Ashlyn swept her gaze over the other girls and revealed a triumphant smile.

Led by Basel, Green arrived at the highest floor of the castle, where the Baron's private room was located.

Basel stopped before a heavy door and said respectfully, "Young Master Green, Baron Klow is waiting for you inside." After saying this, he pushed open the door and stood to one side.

Green glanced at Basel and walked straight into the Baron's room.

Green's first impression of the Baron's room was that it was simple and plain. There were no overly ornate decorations. Several rows of bookshelves and a desk stood along the sides. Directly opposite the door was a huge emblem of the Klow Family. Apart from that, there were only two chairs and a table in the center.

Baron Klow, the master of this territory, sat in one of the chairs. Os, the captain of the guards, stood beside Baron Klow like a statue. His explosive muscles displayed the power contained within his body. Baron Klow's physique was not as exaggerated as Captain Os's. Instead, it was well-proportioned, rather like Captain America's.

When he saw Green enter, he pointed at the other chair, indicating that Green should sit.

Green did not stand on ceremony and sat directly in the chair.

Chip, perform a visual analysis. As Green issued the command, data refreshed through his field of vision like a cascading waterfall. After advancing to become a Knight Apprentice, Green's body had undergone changes. The Chip's detection abilities had also begun to improve. The Chip's detection ability was based on Green's own perception, along with several special detection methods it possessed.

Green could now rely on his vision to scan people directly. He no longer needed to collect large amounts of data like Old Green before he could produce a model.

[Baron Klow]

[Strength: 2.5~2.7]

[Speed: 2.4~2.8]

[Constitution: 2.4~2.6]

[Os]

[Strength: 3.0~3.2]

[Speed: 1.7~1.9]

[Constitution: 2.6~2.8]

Looking at the rough data detected by the Chip, Green compared it with his own figures and discovered that the two men's data was actually similar to his. Sir Klow Ran favored all-around combat just as Green did, while Captain Os was a power-based warrior who leaned more toward direct confrontation.

It seems the thirty-minute constitution enhancement really has reached its limit. Even these veteran Formal Knights can barely overwhelm me in terms of attributes. If I encountered them head-on, I might even be able to crush them with ease, thanks to my excellent archery. Green secretly made his estimate.

"Green, would you be willing to take the position of castle instructor and be responsible for everything concerning the training grounds?" As soon as Green sat down, Baron Klow extended an invitation.

Looking at Baron Klow's smiling face, Green fell into thought.

"Baron..."

Green directly told the Baron about the attack he had encountered and gave him a reason.

"Baron, this attack made me realize that the entire environment may not be safe. My strength is still insufficient, and I need to improve it as quickly as possible. I don't want to experience another crisis between life and death. Therefore, I'll devote myself to training during this period. Becoming the castle instructor would distract me, so please forgive me for being unable to accept the position." Green answered firmly.

"In that case, focus wholeheartedly on training, Green. If you're willing, come find me at any time, and I'll give you a suitable position." Baron Klow saw the resolve and fear in Green's eyes and did not continue persuading him.

"Thank you for your kindness, Baron. Once I feel that my strength is sufficient, I'll certainly come ask you for a position." Green's eyes were filled with gratitude as he spoke.

Afterward, Green chatted idly with the Baron about some matters concerning the castle. Then he took his leave and departed the room.

After watching Green leave, Captain Os no longer stood like a wooden carving. Instead, he plopped down in the chair where Green had been sitting.

"Old Green's adopted son is no simple character. When facing two of us Formal Knights, he didn't show the slightest fear." Os praised Green with admiration on his face.

"He truly is impressive. I completely released the breathing of my Life Seed, yet he didn't react at all." The Baron was also astonished by Green's performance.

"But was he really unwilling to accept the position of castle instructor because of the attack?"

Baron Klow did not answer Os directly. Instead, he said, "In any case, with Old Green here, Green won't leave the territory. The Saladin Kingdom may very well invade our territory, and Green is also an extremely powerful combat force. Don't concern yourself with these minor issues."

Hearing Baron Klow Ran's words, Os agreed and did not pursue the matter further.

Meanwhile, after leaving the room, Green naturally knew that Baron Klow was trying to win him over.

However, Green would remain here entirely because of Old Green's presence. He did not yet share such deep bonds with the others.

As for the supposed suppression from the Life Seed, Green's essence was extraordinarily powerful, and he had not felt the so-called pressure at all.

If the Chip had not indicated the emergence of some kind of energy resonance, Green might not even have discovered that the Baron and Os had released pressure against him.

Being too powerful isn't good either. Even such faint sensations have become dull. Green thought this with a humblebrag.

Green did not return to the banquet hall. Instead, he went straight back to his room. Too many things had happened that day, and Green felt he needed to rest properly.