A Dragon against the Whole World

Chapter 386 - 315: Legendary Followers, Humanoid Showdown_2

However.

If nothing unexpected happens midway, under the banner of the Molten Iron Tribe, the first to step into the Legendary Realm might not be them, but the long-distant [Flower Lord]—Shire Haines in the Sel Wilderness.

The once small Ximu Town has developed over the years into the size of a small city, hence it was renamed to Ximu Territory.

Due to the need for a strong presence in the Sel Wilderness to ward off unforeseen events, Shire, serving as the Lord, did not come to the Border Area to participate in the feast. Instead, he celebrated the King’s return within Ximu Territory along with the local residents and stationed troops.

The human race has many shortcomings, short lifespan, fragile bodies... but those among them who are true geniuses grow at an unparalleled speed.

The gap between individuals’ talents can sometimes be far greater than the gap between dragons.

The likelihood of Shire being the first to become a Legendary is very high.

"Once Shire becomes a Legendary, the magic contract signed with him at the time may no longer restrain him."

A trace of consideration crossed Galos’s mind.

The magic contract used in the bet with Shire at the time was not of the Legendary Tier.

Once Shire himself advances to Legendary, the contract’s effect will naturally dissipate.

By then, whether he still wishes to stay in Ximu Territory and serve the Molten Iron Tribe will be an unknown.

However, crossing the threshold into Legendary is not easy, and it’s not something that can be done easily.

Though Shire’s talent is strong, he hasn’t reached the perverse level of the Luo Sern Saint King, and considering his emotional nature, sense of duty, and trustworthy character, there’s no need to worry excessively in the short term.

With his usual caution, Galos once again looked at Iron Dragon Solrog.

"Solrog, what is the current situation of Shire? Does he feel a sufficient sense of belonging to Ximu Territory and the Molten Iron Tribe?"

The Iron Dragon was silent for a few seconds, a rather peculiar expression appearing on his massive dragon face.

He said, "That Flower Lord? Not only does he have a sense of belonging to Ximu Territory, but now, I fear even if you wanted to chase him away, he might not be willing to leave."

Seeing Solrog’s strange expression, Galos pressed further, "What do you mean? Explain clearly."

The Iron Dragon Solrog let out a low, somewhat teasing chuckle, and said, "He has officially married and started a family in Ximu Territory."

"Moreover, his wife is not human, but a... well, very beautiful and charming Snake Woman."

Upon hearing this, Galos suddenly understood.

No wonder Solrog had that expression.

This Iron Dragon himself had a fondness for Snakefolk, and unexpectedly, that seemingly righteous and forthright Flower Knight’s aesthetic tastes were quite similar, choosing a partner from a different race.

At this time, the elegantly poised Six-armed Snake Woman Leader Naris glided forward to add, "Sir, Beverly is a rather talented young mage from our tribe, meticulous and competent, thus chosen as the administrative assistant to the Flower Lord, assisting him with some daily affairs of the territory."

"After spending a long time together, perhaps due to growing affection, they eventually became married with the blessings of everyone in Ximu Territory."

Hearing this explanation, Galos gave a meaningful glance at the Snake Woman Leader.

He felt that while Shire’s marriage to a Snake Woman might indeed be due to his personal preferences, there was likely some quiet nudging and careful arrangement behind it.

However, such minor machinations were harmless.

Galos did not oppose followers enhancing their status and influence through reasonable competition or scheming, as this was unavoidable within a community.

Even the most loyal Dragon Vein Followers have their own desires and demands.

As long as these actions stay within reasonable bounds and do not harm the tribe’s overall interests, he could acquiesce.

But if anyone dared to overstep and commit acts of betrayal or severely damage the Molten Iron Tribe... then the tribe’s Red Dragon Executioner would be more than willing to show those traitors what it meant to live a life worse than death.

Soon after, as the sky gradually turned gray-white, the grand feast that lasted all night finally approached its end.

The followers began to busily clean up the aftermath and tidy the grounds.

Meanwhile, all the giant dragons left Burning Steel Castle, arriving at a vast snowy field outside Dragon Valley.

The humanoid duel between Galos and Alberto would formally begin here.

Dragons of various sizes soared and circled in the lead-gray sky, the roaring sounds of their massive wings beating even drowning out the ceaseless wind and snow in the valley.

They all simultaneously focused their gaze on the snow-covered battlefield below.

Whoosh, whoosh, whoosh!

The biting cold wind whipped up ice crystals that pelted the bodies of the two main characters.

Galos and Alberto faced each other, their Dragon Eyes reflecting each other’s figures, and then two beams of Transformation Technique light surged from within them, enveloping their entire bodies.

After the light dissipated, two distinct humanoid figures appeared in their place.

On one side was the agile, balanced figure with a handsome and striking appearance, Alberto.

On the other side, towering over two meters, was the imposing, mountain-like Galos, unapologetically baring his muscular upper body amidst the flying snow, as if forged from steel, with bulging muscles and veins intertwining like writhing dragons.

Their separation was merely a hundred meters, and the cold air between them seemed to still.