Chapter 477: Status Brought by Strength

"A sky knight?" Levis opened his mouth wide, his expression full of disbelief. "Father, are you saying Liszt has advanced to sky knight?"

Gloria grabbed his arm, gasping in astonishment.

As the future lady of Tulip Castle, she had always believed that Levis was the most talented in the Tulip family, and that he would be the first to advance to sky knight. She never expected that Liszt, who had once been involved with her sister, would suddenly make such a breakthrough.

Mary's eyes widened, but she stayed quiet, her gaze filled with distrust.

Her son, Lytton, couldn't hide his fear, even though Mary had taught him to respect his second brother. He had always been disdainful of Liszt, who had been bestowed the title of viscount. Because of his own talent and the earl's favor, Lytton had always believed himself to be the genius.

In his eyes, Levis was merely mediocre, and Liszt was once deemed a failure.

Yet now, he heard the shocking news that the second son of the Tulip family, once deemed a failure, had become a sky knight.

This was a level many knights could only aspire to.

Even those with great talent struggled to attain the level of sky knight without sufficient resources.

"Why is this happening?"

"Why is this happening?"

"Why is this happening?"

Lytton's head was spinning, echoing with this question.

He felt as if all his strength had drained away, nearly collapsing, his heart racing and chest tight, very uncomfortable. However, no one cared about his feelings at this moment, not even his mother, Mary, who was nervously watching Liszt, eager to hear him confirm "sky knight."

Penelope clutched Liszt's hand: "My boy, is what your father said true?"

Lvera rushed over and grabbed Liszt's other hand: "My dear brother, are you really a sky knight now, a powerful knight who can fly in the sky?"

Amidst everyone's eager attention.

Liszt felt the urge to wipe imaginary sweat from his forehead. He was overwhelmed by his family's enthusiasm, preferring the quiet admiration rather than the warm inquiries.

But he maintained his usual demeanor, offering a flawless noble smile: "Yes, grandmother, I have advanced to sky knight, accomplished on my recent voyage. Now I am an ordinary level sky knight, able to soar high and use advanced mana."

His answer.

Eased the minds of those waiting, and delivered a crushing blow to the envious, but regardless, the scene erupted into wild cheers. His family, no matter who, continued to shower him with blessings, and Penelope hugged him tightly, patting his shoulders vigorously.

He was tall, so he had to bend down to let Penelope hug him.

After a while, Penelope let go, tears glistening faintly in her eyes: "The glory of knighthood has blessed us, the Tulip family has finally given birth to a new sky knight, the family's glory will not fade, but will flourish even more!"

"Yes, mother, the Tulip family will grow stronger and bigger." The earl supported Penelope and announced loudly to the surroundings, "The ceremony to welcome the triumphant return is over, knights, disband and return to your own territories to reunite with your families. Everyone else, return to Tulip Castle first!"

Liszt straightened his back, just about to mount Loki.

But Levis grabbed him: "Liszt, I don't even know how to address you. Sky knight, you've reached the height I've always dreamed of! Today, you must stay up late with me, I have so many things about cultivation that I need your advice on."

Obviously.

He wouldn't be returning to Flower Town today, so he replied: "Brother, if Gloria doesn't mind, I'd be happy to share my cultivation insights with you."

Gloria walked over with a smile: "I don't mind, Liszt, I hope you two brothers can have a good chat."

Lvera also came over: "I want to join in too."

Liszt smiled, "Sure thing." Whether it was one person or two, he didn't mind sharing his successful experiences with his relatives, although he believed his success wasn't worth emulating. At most, he could share some cultivation tips he'd figured out.

He was very good at taking notes, using scientific methods to summarize the problems encountered in cultivation.

A thought suddenly struck him, "Perhaps I could write a book titled 'Liszt's Notes on Earth Knight Training' as a family heirloom, providing scientific references for future generations' cultivation."

At this moment, encouraged by Lady Mary, Lytton, looking a bit pale, approached and managed a smile, "Brother Liszt, I also want to join you, although I haven't become an Earth Knight yet, I really hope to get your guidance."

"No problem," Liszt said with a nod. The Earl was nearby, and Liszt couldn't possibly refuse, no matter how much he disliked Lytton.

He also had to keep the Earl's feelings in mind and maintain a superficial brotherly relationship.

So,

he was surrounded and returned to Tulip Castle.

He excused himself to give instructions to his followers on some matters, got away from the clutches of Levis, Lvera, and Lytton, and called for Marcus, "Master Marcus, the construction plan for the territory, especially the new town planning on Black Horse Island, I mentioned it to you on the ship, do you recall?"

Now, Marcus grew more cautious in front of Liszt.

When they were both Earth Knights, he didn't feel it, but when Liszt became a Sky Knight, he felt immense pressure and infinite motivation, "Yes, my Lord!"

"I might not be able to return to Flower Town immediately these days. Pass on my ideas to Administrator Blair and have him send someone to investigate suitable locations for the new town. Also, get Captain Harpagon from the Flower Caravan here right away, I have some questions for him."

Harpagon's Flower Caravan was not only engaged in trade but also involved in information exchange.

It effectively served as the "Flower Town Office in Coral City," and he was the quickest to consult for any needed information. Shortly after, Harpagon arrived at Tulip Castle and reported to Liszt on the latest situation in Flower Town and Black Horse Island.

First was the issue Liszt was most concerned about: whether the corn spirit bug had been born.

Harpagon replied, "My Lord, I don't know about the corn grass insects, this is confidential information from the castle, and I dare not inquire casually. However, I haven't heard of any new spirit bugs being born in the castle recently. Perhaps you need to ask Mr. Carter or Advisor Gort."

Indeed,

spirit bugs were important assets of the lord and couldn't be disclosed casually.

So Liszt could only wait for Advisor Gort, who had been notified, to come to Tulip Castle as soon as possible and bring him news of the corn spirit bug.

After listening to most of the construction updates on Flower Town and Black Horse Island, he dismissed Harpagon.

He returned to the focus of everyone at Tulip Castle.

It was evident that every time he came to Tulip Castle, his treatment had changed. When he first crossed over, he was just a small, unnoticed figure; then he gained attention with intermediate magical beasts and the thorn fairy; then he successfully ennobled Black Horse Island and became a significant figure in the castle.

Now,

the treatment he enjoyed almost caught up with that of the Earl—his family tried their best to show closeness, and the servants expressed infinite respect.

With a cup of fresh milk in hand, he leaned back in his chair, relaxed, and thought with satisfaction, "This is the status that strength brings."