Pioneer Lord: Starting From Daily Intelligence

Chapter 1067: Chapter 158: The Soaring Power of the Territory and the Ambition for Legendary Armor

When Jeff, Suna, and their group arrived at Hesse Territory, Su Li naturally wanted to show his hospitality and properly entertain these distant family bloodlines and Knights.

The banquet was set in the castle’s spacious banquet hall, the long table was draped with crisp white linen, silver candlesticks flickering with warm candlelight. Considering that most of the family Knights who came this time had Fire Attribute bloodlines, Su Li specifically instructed the kitchen to prepare the rare delicacies that best complemented their bloodline while showcasing the characteristics of Hesse Territory—Light-Scaled Fish and Fire Rabbit.

When the steaming hot dishes were brought to the long table by the attendants, even the experienced Old Jeff and the seasoned family Knights couldn’t help but show a hint of surprise and anticipation in their eyes. The Light-Scaled Fish was skillfully prepared into a delicious fish soup, the fish meat was snow-white and delicate, and the soup exhibited a faint golden hue, with a subtle glow swirling on its surface, emanating a pure aura that invigorated the spirit. The roasted Fire Rabbit, on the other hand, had a golden crispy skin, with tender and juicy meat inside, its rich aroma mingling with a unique warmth, as if containing the essence of fire, permeating the entire hall.

”Is this... Light-Scaled Fish?” an elderly Knight asked in a low voice, incredulously gazing at the fish soup before him. This kind of rare fish that could gently enhance the potential of one’s bloodline was considered a rarity even in Bauhinia Castle, usually appearing only in small quantities during important festivals or when entertaining esteemed guests.

”And Fire Rabbit!” another Knight stared at the roasting rabbit meat, his throat swallowing at the sight. To ordinary Knights, Light-Scaled Fish seemed too distant. Most people had never tasted it in their lifetime, but Fire Rabbit, the Knights of Bauhinia Castle knew all too well! This magical beast’s benefits to fire-attributed bloodline Knights were self-evident, capable of directly stimulating bloodline activity and enhancing cultivation aptitude. In Bauhinia Castle, Fire Rabbits were the most valuable magical beasts and were priceless in the market.

Su Li sat at the head of the table, smiling as he invited everyone to dine, ”Esteemed uncles, brothers, and cousin Suna, it has been a hard journey. Hesse Territory is remote and has little to offer, but these two local specialties are presentable, and hopefully, they suit everyone’s taste and replenish the journey’s toll. Please, feel free, there’s no need to stand on ceremony.”

Old Jeff was the first to scoop a ladle of fish soup into his mouth, savoring it for a moment with his eyes closed, then expressing a deeply satisfied expression, he sighed, ”Indeed! Pure and gentle Life Energy... it’s worth the reputation! Young Master Suli, your standard of ’nothing much to offer’ truly puts Bauhinia Castle to shame!”

His tone carried unrestrained admiration and comfort, clearly proud of Su Li’s achievements and resources in this borderland.

The Knights, hearing this, also began to taste without further ado. With the Light-Scaled Fish soup entering the mouth, a warm flow spread throughout their bodies, seemingly washing away the fatigue of the long journey, refreshing their spirits.

And after biting into the Fire Rabbit meat, the contained fiery essence seemed to ignite the bloodline within, a warm feeling spreading from the stomach, causing a pleasant thrill in the well-trained body, as if the blocked meridians were opened by a sliver of this heat. The hall was immediately filled with contented sighs and low praises.

”This rabbit meat... such strong Fire Source Power!”

”Feels like my bloodline is coming alive!”

”Much stronger than the tiny piece divided in the family last time!”

Suna sipped the fish soup in small gulps, her fair and plump cheeks turned even rosier under the candlelight and the heat of the soup, like a ripe apple.

She savored it meticulously, her round bright eyes sparkling as if analyzing the energy composition contained within the ingredients. She softly said to Uncle Carl beside her, ”Uncle Carl, the blending in this fish soup is brilliantly done, preserving the gentle nourishing properties of the Light-Scaled Fish to the maximum degree, and... it seems to have incorporated some Blessing Herbs unique to the Dawn Church? Making the effects even purer.”

Su Li looked around at the satisfied and awed expressions on everyone’s faces and nodded with satisfaction. This was precisely the effect he desired. He didn’t want the family’s bloodline to feel like they had come to Hesse Territory to be mere Blood Slaves for Su Li, being drained daily.

Instead, he wanted them to feel that serving Hesse Territory was a rare opportunity.

Suffice it to say, these Knights, on their original path, out of 20, having 2 advance to Elite Knights would already be considered exceptional talent.

However, in Hesse Territory, relying on the potent characteristics of the Fire Rabbit, these 20 individuals could be forcibly elevated to exceed Elite Level.

This was a dream that many could not achieve in a lifetime, but in Hesse Territory, it was merely a matter of donating some blood. They would only fear that they weren’t donating fast enough, not donating enough!

If this could be a legacy, they would eagerly turn it into a lifetime job, letting their children also donate blood. For the Knight ruling class or middle class, what do they fear the most? Isn’t it the fear of class deterioration? They strive desperately to train their children, fearing they would slip down from the Knight class. Now there’s a position guaranteeing that their descendants will at least have Elite Level strength.

Who wouldn’t claw their way in tirelessly!

As a result, the Knights swept the delicacies off the table like a storm, their faces glowing with satisfaction and a trace of bashful blush. Old Jeff wiped his mouth, half-jokingly and half-seriously said, ”Young Master Suli, your hospitality is just too... too genuine! Light-Scaled Fish, Fire Rabbit, this isn’t a mere welcome feast, it’s practically nourishing us with spirit medicine! Making us old folks feel a bit embarrassed. If you have any tough or tiring tasks, just let us know! We’re not just freeloaders who eat sea cucumbers and shirk work!”