"Dragon, it's really a dragon!"

"What kind of dragon is this? Why does it look so..."

"It's the legendary Elf Dragon with regeneration ability, the ruler among the Dragon Race."

"Elf Dragon!"

"Wow~"

"Is there really such an existence with regeneration ability in this world?"

"The answer is right before your eyes."

In the square in front of the Linlang Pavilion, countless gazes were deeply attracted by the enormous and magnificent figure of the Elf Dragon.

But soon people came to their senses:

"It calls him master, could it be that he truly is a Dragon Knight, terrifying!"

"And an Elf Dragon Knight at that!"

A person with the ability to contend against a Tier Nine Divine King and simultaneously an Elf Dragon Knight.

This explosive news spread, instantly making people's heads spin.

At the same time, the true identity of Lin Yi became even more thought-provoking.

...

However, what they didn't know was.

When the Elf Dragon called out 'master', it wasn't just them.

Even Lin Yi himself was somewhat dumbfounded.

This was the first time such a thing had happened since Lin Yi had had this Elf Dragon for over a year.

One must know that the Elf Dragon was just a product of the system on Rafam Continent, without life and self-awareness.

But when it called out 'master', Lin Yi clearly realized.

Now the Elf Dragon actually possessed self-awareness.

This was something Lin Yi hadn't anticipated, not even daring to imagine.

Yet unexpectedly.

Such a thing happened so abruptly.

Leaving no room for defense.

Gazing at the Elf Dragon's charming eyes tinged with innocence, Lin Yi was instantly stunned.

He couldn't understand.

What exactly had happened during this period to cause such a drastic change in the Elf Dragon.

Feeling the kind of attachment emanating from the Elf Dragon and the subtle familiarity.

Lin Yi suddenly didn't know what to say.

Thus, Lin Yi could only habitually stroke the head of the Elf Dragon, which seemed to enjoy it greatly, closing its eyes.

Whether it was Charles or Ling Yudao among others witnessing this scene, their expressions were almost dazed.

Ling Yudao blurted out:

"What on earth does this kid have that we don't know about."

Ling Yuwei was utterly shocked, covering her mouth:

"Is this his Contracted Beast? Oh my."

For this man with a mysterious background, Ling Yuwei suddenly felt: the more she learned, the more mysterious his identity seemed.

She originally thought she knew him well enough.

But now she felt he was growing more and more distant from her.

The real him, what kind of person is he really?

Charles looked at the surrounding five Giant Dragons lying on the ground, their huge bodies trembling constantly, his eyes turning dazed:

"How could this be."

"Why is this happening."

"This shouldn't be..."

Charles couldn't wrap his mind around.

In front of his proud Dragon Knight self, to be completely defeated by this sudden 'rival' without resistance.

The prior pride and superiority made the current Charles feel utterly ridiculous and presumptuous.

Elf Dragon Knight!

Who could have thought of that?

Even if the Emperor of Ao Sheng came, he wouldn't dare think of this.

For the Elf Dragon which is legendary even amongst the Dragon Race, who would have thought it would become a person's 'Contracted Beast'?

Thinking this, Charles couldn't help but smile wryly:

"Turns out I am the clown here."

Looking at the utterly dejected Charles, the crowd was at a loss for words of comfort.

At this moment even Meng Yin himself was too shocked to speak.

Because with these series of changes, he constantly overestimated Lin Yi.

But later discovered.

The one whom he repeatedly overestimated was actually far more terrifying than he had imagined.

Throughout history, Meng Yin had never heard of such an existence defying common sense on Nine Nether Continent.

Feeling his every action was beyond everyone's cognition, always bringing incredible shock.

This filled Meng Yin's heart with a sense of helplessness.

And completely dispelled the impractical idea of continuing to trouble Lin Yi.

Because he wasn't sure whether this person before him was someone he, or even his Empire, could afford to provoke.

Up until that moment Meng Yin must be thankful.

Thankful that there was no irreconcilable conflict between him and Lin Yi.

Just as everyone was rendered speechless by Lin Yi summoning the Elf Dragon, a voice filled with authority and sanctity suddenly echoed within Jialan Imperial City:

"Jialan Imperial Decree, hear ye!"

This voice resounded so loudly that it spread to every corner of the Imperial Capital.

Unexpectedly, the content of this voice instantly caused an uproar within Jialan Imperial Capital.

Many people couldn't believe their ears:

"Did I mishear? Was it really Jialan Imperial Decree just now?"

"That's right! What I heard was indeed the Jialan Imperial Decree."

However, it was clear that most people still heard it quite clearly.

In just a moment.

The entire Jialan Imperial Capital was in an uproar over this short sentence.

All the people of the Jialan Empire flocked to the streets, each one flushed with excitement, exclaiming:

"Jialan Imperial Decree!!! It's actually the Jialan Imperial Decree, my goodness."

"Does this mean our Jialan Empire will have another prince of nobility?"

"Who exactly is the target of this Jialan Imperial Decree this time?"

"Could it be the illustrious Marquis Wei Yuan being elevated to a prince?"

"Currently, Marquis Wei Yuan seems to be the only hopeful for promotion."

...

Amid a clamor of discussions, countless people knelt towards the direction of Jialan Imperial City.

Everyone solemnly faced Jialan Imperial City, their foreheads touching the ground.

It seemed they were waiting for the answer to be unveiled.

Yet not everyone around Lin Yi knelt down.

Among those standing were people from the Purple Moon and Ao Sheng Empires;

as well as forces like Linlang Pavilion and the Mage Guild that were not under the Jialan Empire's rule.

But even so.

All of them looked at Jialan Imperial City with solemn faces.

Ao Sheng Empire's Meng Yin had a sullen face, saying:

"What is that Jialan Emperor playing at this time?"

Charles had to snap out of his shock at Lin Yi at this time and looked at Jialan Imperial City:

"The timing of this Imperial Decree is impeccable, isn't it?"

Lin Yi wanted to ask what on earth was going on.

But it was evident.

Everyone's attention was on the so-called 'Jialan Imperial Decree', and few noticed the strangeness on Lin Yi's face.

Except Ling Yuwei.

Ling Yuwei whispered something into Ling Yudao's ear, then lifted her skirt and ran to Lin Yi's side.

Amidst a fragrant breeze, Ling Yuwei suddenly stood beside Lin Yi and began to softly explain:

"The Jialan Imperial Decree is an investiture decree personally issued by the Sovereign of the Jialan Empire."

"It's usually issued when a prince appears in the Empire, only then would such a level of Imperial Decree be granted."

Perhaps worried that Lin Yi still didn't quite understand, Ling Yuwei explained again:

"Those who can be invested by the Jialan Imperial Decree are generally people who have made significant contributions to the Empire."

"Since the Jialan Emperor's ascension several centuries ago, this is the second time a Jialan Decree has appeared."

"The first was the Grand Venerable Jiang, King of Xian, who assisted him to power."

Upon hearing Ling Yuwei's explanation, Lin Yi finally roughly understood what was going on.

"Prince."

Lin Yi mumbled to himself:

"Is it significant?"

Ling Yuwei gave Lin Yi a surprised glance but nonetheless explained:

"A prince's status is equivalent to that of a prince of royal blood, with the authority to act first and report later within the Jialan Empire."

"Within the Empire, a prince's power is second only to the Emperor."

At this moment, all the subjects of Jialan Imperial Capital were enveloped in immense fervor.

The birth of a new prince meant that the Jialan Empire would ascend to a new level.

Among the Three Great Empires of the Nine Nether Continent, not just anyone was qualified to be invested as a king.

At this moment, a golden, dazzling object suddenly flew out from the Jialan Imperial City, hovering in mid-air.

When Lin Yi was still wondering what that object might be, Ling Yuwei beside him already began to explain:

"This should be the Prince's Order symbolizing a prince's identity."

"It's said that this Prince's Order is also a high-level piece of magic equipment."

Then the same voice resounded from within Jialan Imperial City:

"From this day onward, my Jialan Empire will welcome the second prince, and he is!"

At the long-anticipated moment, the golden light in the sky slowly descended upon the square in front of Linlang Pavilion.

Even Grand Venerable Jiang, the State Preceptor of the Jialan Empire, couldn't help but be stunned.

Yet shortly after, he seemed to think of something, then looked at Lin Yi in disbelief:

"Could it be..."

Indeed, in the next moment.

Amid all the incredulous gazes, Lin Yi watched as that sliver of golden light fell before him, and then a voice came to his ears:

"Lin Yi! Title: Jialan King."

"Boom~"

With this decision made, the entire Imperial Capital was like an earthquake, the scene was in an uproar.

Ao Sheng Empire's Meng Yin couldn't believe it:

"Has the Jialan Emperor gone mad?!"

Charles was also in a daze, muttering to himself:

"Jialan King!!"

A king named after the Empire, his status surpassed ordinary princes, even surpassing the royal princes, almost equating with the Emperor himself.

He couldn't believe it.

Where did the Emperor of the Jialan Empire get the nerve to invest this unknown youngster as the Jialan King of the Jialan Empire?

Ling Yuwei likewise looked incredulously at Jialan Imperial City.

It could be said that this sudden decision was absolutely unprecedented.

What kind of courage must the Jialan Emperor possess to pass such an important kingship to someone he hasn't even met!

Everyone was deeply curious, does the Jialan Emperor truly know what he is doing?!

The result equally surpassed Lin Yi's expectations.

He looked in amazement at the gilded token in his hand: [Prince's Order·Jialan King]