"Yes!"

Linda confirmed without hesitation and continued, "The speed of absorbing the energy of the Flame Gem has doubled, and more importantly, I can control that natural seed."

"As long as it starts spinning, it can slowly absorb magic power, just like the meditation of wizard apprentices."

"I’ve told you many times, wizard apprentices use spiritual power to attract magic, not absorb it."

Selena reminded without further probing and asked, "No unusual feelings?"

"None." Linda shook her head.

"That’s good."

Selena nodded thoughtfully.

At this moment, a Frost Winter Knight came quickly over, saluted Linda respectfully,

"Lady Linda, the Knight Squad is ready, we can depart at any time."

Linda’s face was serious, and she ordered, "Okay, assemble the troops at the East City Gate."

"Yes, Lady Linda."

The Frost Winter Knight nodded in salute and quickly retreated.

"Sigh, this natural seed is not easy to handle, the tasks are increasing."

Linda turned to look at Selena, and said helplessly, "Another group of mutant wolves appeared nearby, I need to handle it, I’ll see you after it’s done."

"Alright, you go ahead." Selena smiled and nodded.

Linda nodded in salute, then turned and left with large strides.

Watching Linda’s departing figure, Selena suddenly realized something and asked,

"Wright, did Linda just say ’another group of mutant wolves’ appeared?"

"Yes." The tall and thin Wright nodded.

"Truly amazing... why do these strange things always happen around him?"

Selena couldn’t help but look towards the direction of the main building, muttering softly, "Natural seed... could it be he obtained the inheritance of the God of Nature?"

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The vassal lords of the Duke of Flowers came one after another to Giant Stone City.

Young and beautiful women, rare gemstones, brand new Gold Coins, and mysterious antiques, among other gifts, were sent into the Lord Manor.

But even so, Luo De remained utterly unmoved.

All lands were reclaimed, leaving those lords with one-third of their wealth, while the rest were handed over.

Most dared not resist, as everyone knew Luo De possessed a power they could not withstand.

But a few Counts were unwilling and secretly united to resist.

Unfortunately, even the inn servants in the city were bought by Luo De, and their information was delivered right to Luo De.

Such occurrences made Luo De very happy.

These rebellious sentiments appeared and were resolved early, and Luo De had a reason to confiscate the remaining one-third of the property.

Of course, Luo De did not consistently suppress the nobles.

For any noble with some learning, Luo De was willing to offer job positions.

Recorders, teachers, or even positions like town mayors assisting the Advisory Council, and the salary was generous.

The collapse of the old order caused some to lose benefits, but the establishment of the new order also benefited others.

Thus, those families were not united, especially some second sons and collateral lines, who were very willing to serve Luo De.

Meanwhile, the letter from the Eldest Princess had already been sent back to Riyue City.

Even before a response from the Royal Family, nearly half of the nobles had submitted to Luo De.

Especially the lords near the Southwest Border, whose lands had long been in ruin.

They were unusually respectful to Luo De, hoping for a place in the new order.

For Luo De, who needed talent, this was also a good thing and he readily accepted.

What surprised Luo De even more was that the Legendary Knight Carlos also requested an audience with him.