In just a few days, Han Shuo's name spread throughout Osen City. His status as a Necromancy Archmage, together with his slaying of Lio Kane, had already proven his strength. Using Han Shuo's recovery of the Manufacturing Plans as justification, Utrede awarded him the title of count.
Utrede directly bestowed upon Han Shuo a magnificent estate in the north of the city, complete with guards, maids, servants, and a steward, with over a hundred rooms of various sizes.
Although his title of count had yet to be formally conferred, this did nothing to hinder everyone's admiration for Han Shuo or their deliberate efforts to befriend him. From the day Han Shuo left the Garden Estate, this splendid residence officially belonged to him.
Over the past few days, dignitaries had come to visit one after another. Unfortunately, the steward kept saying that the master had not yet moved in, so all the visitors could only leave their gifts behind.
Han Shuo, the focus of so much attention, knew nothing of what was happening outside. After leaving the Garden Estate, he had flown alone to the Back Hill of the Babylon Academy of Magic and Martial Arts, activated the Teleportation Array at the tomb entrance there, and returned to the Death Cemetery.
After his battle with Lio Kane, Han Shuo felt he had gained a great deal. He slowly reflected on the insights from that battle while gradually restoring both his demonic essence and mental power. After spending an entire night on this, his physical strength reached its peak. Immersing himself in the Bloodlust Realm, he continuously circulated his demonic essence, his eyes crimson.
Several more days passed like this before Han Shuo's crimson eyes gradually returned to normal. He let out a soft breath and sighed. "Just one step away. Unfortunately,