C37 Set off

Reiss Empire, year 1016. At the beginning of October, Lee Xiang had spent the last day of his stay in the Duke's Mansion in the imperial capital. Finally, he set off for the Silo Province that he had dreamt of.

No one came to send him off on this day, including the Rinker family. It was obvious that they were going to completely break away from Lee Xiang's relationship.

On the fifth day after Duke Ronton took Lee Xiang to Duke's Mansion, he hurried back to Sinno Province.

Lee Xiang could roughly guess why he rushed back in such a hurry. It was most likely because of the riot of the Lower Race.

There were two reasons why he had returned to the capital at such a sensitive time. First, it was common practice to participate in the Empire's national celebration. Secondly, the main reason was probably to resolve the Lower Race's rampage.

It was worth mentioning that on the third day after Lee Xiang came to Duke's Mansion, Duke Ronton grandly held an adult ceremony. Ronton, who Count Walker did not do, did it.

Even Lee Xiang himself was a little surprised by the grand ceremony. Not only were all the upper-class nobles of the empire present, even the four princes of the royal family were present to congratulate them.

Compared to the banquet in Walker's family, it was much grander.

Duke Ronton promised Lee Xiang on the spot during Lee Xiang's coming of age ceremony that Lee Xiang would no longer have any relationship with the Rinker family in the future. He would become the third heir of the Ronton family. Duke Ronton's eldest grandson. He changed his name to Lee Xiang Ronton. It was worth mentioning that Lee Xiang was secretly very satisfied with this subtle change. After all, Duke Ronton kept his original name, because this name was changed privately when he was in Count's Mansion. Count Walker didn't really care about him, so he didn't object to it.

The Coming of Age Ceremony went smoothly. Even though the people who came were all white aristocrats, and even though they secretly scoffed at Lee Xiang's skin color, no one dared to have any objections or express any objections.

Because they were sensitive enough to smell something unusual from such a very normal thing.

The climax of the Coming of Age Ceremony happened when the final ceremony was about to end.

Out of all the nobles' expectations, the emperor and queen of Reiss Empire actually arrived at the same time. They personally emphasized Lee Xiang's status as First Grade Baron.

Such an honor was really out of everyone's expectations. And it happened to a peasant of the yellow race. One should know that within the empire, there were still many stubborn and racist people. Once the Emperor's high-profile support for Lee Xiang caused these stubborn people to have a strong rebound, they would also have to bear a lot of pressure.

Was it because of the strong relationship between Duke Ronton and Rinker family in the empire? Or was it because of some other reason?

Others might not know, but Lee Xiang knew very well. If nothing unexpected happened, the Emperor's high-profile appearance this time would probably spread across the entire empire in a few days.

Another interlude in the entire ceremony shocked all the nobles who participated in the ceremony once again.

The most strange archmage in Osman Continent, Reynolds, announced Lee Xiang as his only student on the spot on this day. He also gave Lee Xiang some things that he dreamed of having a lot to do with magicians.

This was definitely another huge shock to the nobles present. It was understandable if there were people from lower races among the knights, but the identity of mages had always been occupied by white people. It could be said that the bloodline of a mage was purer than that of a royal family. And this honor was once again broken by Lee Xiang.

This meant that Lee Xiang might be the first to be given the Lower Race of Baron in Reiss Empire. At the same time, he might be the first commoner in the entire continent to become a mage!

This once again caused countless people to speculate. Lee Xiang noticed that after Reynolds announced this news, many people had complicated expressions on their faces, and even looked rather strange. Including Weyers III. Especially Count Walker, who had a gloomy expression on his face. He had to admit that Reynolds was indeed a very strange mage.

After the incident, Lee Xiang accidentally found out that Count Walker and Reynolds had quarreled over this matter once. It was obvious that there was some disagreement between the two of them regarding this matter. Of course, he didn't know the exact location of the disagreement, and Reynolds didn't tell him either.

However, Lee Xiang was still very grateful for Reynolds's high-profile support. This was completely different from the Emperor's high-profile support. Reynolds's support meant that he would have the ability to solve many problems in the future. This was a substantial support, and it also implied that he was no longer a simple peasant. He also had the identity of a mage, and he also had the support of an archmage like Reynolds. And everything that the Emperor of the Empire had given him. It can be taken back at any time. This unreliable thing made people feel uncertain. Magic, on the other hand, was his own thing. As long as he grasped it, others would not be able to forcefully take it away.

The two of them had completely different support. Reynolds's reaction meant that Lee Xiang would finally have a trump card in the future. In other words, He didn't need to look at other people's eyes and act. Of course, this was also related to his strength. If his magic power couldn't improve at all, This was also futile.

At the same time, Lee Xiang could not help but sigh. Reynolds's good intentions still made him feel uneasy. To be honest, he did not believe that a smart person like Reynolds would make such a serious mistake. Obviously, he had other intentions in doing this.

Lee Xiang was sure. But what did he mean by doing this?

Lee Xiang, who was sitting in the carriage, kept thinking about this question. Because he had just gotten his freedom a while ago, he was extremely enthusiastic. He had walked around the entire Imperial Capital, and during this period of time, there would occasionally be one or two nobles who would come to pay him a formal visit. It was worth mentioning that the Third Prince, Shaun, had come the most number of times. Once, he even stayed for an entire day to discuss some strange questions with him. Therefore, Lee Xiang had neglected this important question. This was also what he had just remembered. At the same time, he was very upset because Reynolds had been running to Duke's Mansion almost every day a few days ago. He openly taught him some magic problems, but he did not ask about it indirectly. It was a pity. He even wanted to turn around and ask Reynolds, but it seemed that he had gone very far.

The carriage suddenly stopped.

"Young master. . . There is a relay station in front. Do you want to take a rest?" Bill's loud voice came from outside the carriage.

Bill was the commander of Duke Ronton's guards. He was one of the commanders in charge of Ronton's safety, but he did not know why he arranged for Lee Xiang to be escorted at the last minute.

He was a typical knight. He always had a determined look on his face. He always raised his proud head high. He always walked like a dragon or a tiger, especially with his eyes. When he looked at you, you would never be able to guess what he was thinking.

This was the feeling Lee Xiang had when he first saw him. Until now, he still hadn't changed his mind. Originally, Lee Xiang wanted to discuss some combat power techniques with him. Coincidentally, he also wanted to learn some of them. However, Bill's cold expression, which always kept people away from him, made him not know how to say it.

Perhaps he also looked down on this lowly peasant? Lee Xiang could only think this way. As for calling him young master, he was afraid that he would have no choice but to do so. Because on the first day since he arrived in Duke's Mansion, Duke Ronton had given Bill, his most loyal knight, to Lee Xiang, and had him take charge of Lee Xiang's duties as a guard. However, Bill never said a word to him. He didn't even take the initiative to say a word since he followed Duke Ronton. Even if it was Lee Xiang who tried to rope him in politely, It's futile. This forced Lee Xiang to think this way.

Lee Xiang slapped his forehead in embarrassment because of Bill's refusal to cooperate. Because of this, the guards didn't treat him very well. It seemed like he needed to think of a way. Lee Xiang shook his head with a bitter smile, then stuck his head out of the window and looked at Bill's cold face. A bright smile appeared on his face.

"Do as Knight Bill says. I think everyone has worked hard too, unlike me. . . "

"Don't worry young master, this is nothing to us. After this station, I'm afraid there won't be any relay stations for us to rest until the sky turns dark. We're worried that young master won't be able to take it!"

Bill's cold tone directly interrupted Lee Xiang, making him eat a soft nail once again. But fortunately, Lee Xiang had gotten used to it these few days. Anyway, it did not matter if he sat in the carriage or not. He was thinking for the sake of these guards, but now it seemed that they did not appreciate his kindness.

Lee Xiang didn't mind. After all, it would take some time for them to suddenly accept him as the owner of a Lower Race. He smiled and said, "Since you have stopped, let's take a rest. No one would dare doubt that Bill is a knight with copper skin and iron bones. However, I am worried that this horse will not be able to take it. . . "

Lee Xiang's words were a little teasing, but they still made sense. Bill was stunned for a moment and then waved his hand. The other dozen riders dismounted immediately. Two of them had already walked to the station to see if there was any situation inside.

Lee Xiang got off the carriage. He noticed that there were many horses and many goods tied up outside the station. Obviously, there were a lot of guests inside. The two knights who had just entered waved to the outside. It seemed that they were telling their companions that there were no problems inside.

Lee Xiang was satisfied with their cautious attitude, but he still felt strange. Such a tense situation reminded him of the situation in his previous life when they surrounded a government official. Was it a little too much of a fuss?

Bill nodded, then turned to Lee Xiang and said, "Young master, you can go in now. "

Lee Xiang nodded and then walked inside.