Still at the fifth level, Iya's size had increased by a full circle.
The color of his dragon scales had become purer, each scale resembling a ruby chip.
His claws and teeth had grown harder, longer, and sharper.
The cute and dopey Iya was gone, replaced by the fierce and menacing posture of a mighty dragon.
Yet, it remained as affectionate towards Lynn as ever.
Iya lowered his head, allowing Lynn to climb onto his back and soar above the ranch with his wings.
"Well done!"
Lynn patted Iya's body with satisfaction.
Iya let out a few joyful low growls.
With a portion of the ancient Fire Dragon's bloodline inheritance, Iya's combat power had soared to "2500," completely surpassing the Steel Dragon's spirit that he had defeated.
His growth value also reached 3866/4000.
Lynn's heart was filled with anticipation.
Soon, he would possess his second dragon.
A brand-new dragon partner, with entirely new magical attributes and talents.
A dual-element magician... perhaps even a multi-element or universal-element magician in the future!
After challenging the Magician Trial Tower, Lynn had envied the elemental magic wolves that could easily manipulate light and dark elemental magic.
And he too, would reach that day sooner or later...
Lynn stepped out of the basement.
Nicole hurried forward and softly called out, "Young Master."
"The bathwater is ready..."
Lynn nodded slightly.
The bathtub was filled with hot water, and Nicole had sprinkled some essence and petals on top.
Lynn chuckled.
"Do you treat me like a woman?"
Nicole blushed and whispered, "I saw others do it like this..."
"Others?"
Lynn cooperated with Nicole to take off his clothes, furrowing his brow.
"It's the sisters from Lord Rolin's household. They often come to chat with me..."
Nicole was anxious, carefully observing Lynn's expression, afraid he might be unhappy.
"Oh."
Lynn understood.
It must have been Lord Rolin's instruction for the maid to specifically befriend Nicole.
He was quite clever.
Lynn slowly lay down in the bathtub.
Suddenly, a pair of ice-cold little hands reached from behind, touching Lynn's temples and gently massaging them.
"Did they also teach you this?"
Lynn couldn't help but laugh.
Nicole's technique was quite awkward, yet surprisingly soothing.
"Hmm..."
What Lynn couldn't see was that Nicole behind him was already blushing.
Nicole didn't say that the Rolin maid had actually told her...
That at this moment, she should step into the bathtub together and rest Lynn's head on her...
Sometimes, she even had to... fulfill some requests of the nobles...
Nicole couldn't do it.
Nicole gazed at Lynn's handsome profile with slightly closed eyelids and couldn't help but wonder if she would agree if Lynn really made such a request.
As Nicole pondered, her gaze became engrossed.
Suddenly, a pair of clear eyes stared fixedly at her.
Lynn opened his eyes.
Nicole quickly turned her face away, her face reddening all the way to her neck.
"Forget it, I'll wash myself..."
"Oh."
Nicole stood up obediently.
Relieved, but with a hint of underlying disappointment.
Lynn watched Nicole's slim figure disappear at the doorway and shook his head helplessly.
Nicole's massage started out okay, but later, her strength became lighter and lighter, like scratching an itch for himself.
If it continued, Lynn feared he would fall asleep in the bathtub.
A maid who didn't act like a maid.
A noble who didn't act like a noble...
When Lynn finished bathing, Nicole brought up the beautiful clothes she had prepared earlier.
Tonight was the royal court banquet, the ceremony to knight Lynn Lancaster.
"Forget it, I'll wear that one..."
Lynn thought for a moment and spoke up.
A brand-new robe, but it was black.
Four golden patterns on the left chest shone brightly under the magic lamp, along with a purple-gold emblem symbolizing nobility.
Proof of a fourth-level magician.
Prepared by Gladstone for him.
"Putting on this robe, even without saying anything, everyone will know that you are Lynn Lancaster."
When Lynn arrived at the place agreed upon with Gladstone, the latter was already waiting there.
"Professor."
Lynn stepped forward and respectfully greeted him.
Gladstone scrutinized Lynn and nodded satisfactorily.
Gladstone was also very different from usual.
His beard and hair were obviously carefully groomed and impeccable.
Finally, he resembled a saint-level magician.
An extremely luxurious carriage quietly parked at the gate of the academy, with the emblem of the royal Bauhinia flower engraved on it.
A well-dressed and polite royal butler waited in front of the carriage, greeting Lynn and Gladstone respectively and inviting them to board.
The interior of the carriage was more luxurious than any Lynn had ever ridden in.
Gold trim, with a thick black velvet carpet underneath, as well as various exquisite snacks and fine wines.
After Gladstone got on the carriage, he began to close his eyes and rest.
Lynn also learned from Gladstone, closing his eyes and gradually calming down.
"We've arrived."
Gladstone's gentle voice echoed in Lynn's ears, pulling him out of his meditation.
"Take advantage of any fragmented time to meditate. You've done well."
Approval shone in Gladstone's eyes. The more he looked at Lynn, the more satisfied he felt.
Lynn felt a pang of embarrassment.
He had meditated only a handful of times. Normally, he directly relied on leveling up to increase his spiritual power and magic.
If Gladstone learned the truth, he would surely be so angry he'd spit blood...
A long carpet stretched from the carriage into the palace.
Lynn and Gladstone's arrival immediately drew the attention of everyone around.
"Look, it's Lord Gladstone!"
"I remember the last time I saw him, I was just a child of over three years old... So many years have passed, and he hasn't changed at all!"
Countless nobles dressed in fancy clothes looked excited, casting respectful and admiring glances at Gladstone and bowing to show goodwill.
The scene was quite spectacular.
Lynn watched in awe.
Was this the influence and power possessed by a saint-level magician?
"That young man must be Lynn Lancaster!"
"Yes, that's him! I've never seen such a young fourth-level magician!"
"It's really astonishing..."
The nobles gradually noticed Lynn.
Following behind Gladstone, he was equally eye-catching.
The four golden patterns on his black robe caused the nobles' hearts to tremble.
...
Explanation: The Steel Dragon that Iya defeated was only in spirit form, and its strength was nothing compared to when it was alive. Ancient dragons were far stronger than the dragons of the present era. (Don't dwell on the settings.)
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