Drawing Cards in the Middle Ages to Rise in Ranks-Chapter 411 - 96: A New Mount

"Chelina, although you’ve served and been loyal to me for only a short time, the meritorious deeds you’ve accomplished are all deeply remembered by me: hunting down the Tyrannical Dragon, purging the Empire’s rebels and Evil Spirits, and eradicating the Source of the Plague, none can be done without you."

"In this short period, you have completed every task given by me excellently. I feel honored to have the loyalty of such an outstanding Warrior like you."

Losa paused slightly, then solemnly placed the tip of the Cross Sword in his hands on her shoulder: "In the name of the Military Zone General appointed by Her Majesty the Empress in Limassol and Border Count of Transjordan appointed by His Majesty the King - Losa von Habsburg, witnessed by the Eastern Empire’s Eldest Princess, and Anna Ducas, the president of the Levant Wizard Association, I grant you the qualification for promotion."

Anna’s lips curved into a restrained encouraging expression.

Though Chelina did not know the difference between this "promotion" and the Knights’ "decorations" or the bestowal of Dukedom, it was clear that was not an important issue.

Chelina raised her head, somewhat embarrassed: "Sir, the merits of your subordinate cannot compare to those of Lady Prajna and Miss Furin. To receive such honor and advance early, your subordinate feels unworthy."

Losa smiled and said: "No need to feel ashamed. Promotion is not only a reward, but also a heavy responsibility. You should just accept it."

Chelina glanced again at Furin and Prajna; the former naturally bore a smiling face, and even Prajna gave her a rare encouraging smile, which made her feel both surprised and honored.

The brief ceremony was thus declared completed.

Chelina’s aura changed slightly, seemingly not much different in strength than before. But in Anna’s eyes, Chelina became more "elusive," and the sense of threat to her life grew stronger.

As if she could blend into the air at any moment, delivering a deadly sword.

Your follower Chelina has unlocked the second skill [Gale].

Skill description: Chelina comprehends the wisdom of Gale, enabling her to ride the wind with greatly increased speed and wield powerful blades of air.

Evaluation: Follow along with the Gale.

Regarding this, Losa’s evaluation is: Good seam.

Skill may be a seam, but that doesn’t mean it’s not useful. As an "Executioner," Chelina originally relied solely on her excellent Agility attribute to fight, lacking in body technique compared to assassins like Kurs who have special abilities.

[Gale] not only grants Chelina a formidable body technique but also makes significant improvements in her close combat capabilities.

"Princess Anna, having you here today made this promotion ceremony very meaningful."

Losa chatted cordially with Anna.

Anna rolled her eyes: "I remember you weren’t so polite yesterday. How come after just one night without seeing me, you all seem so distant?"

"Ha, it’s because one must be polite when taking favors and accepting help."

Losa laughed off the matter.

Though trusted, during the operation recording, they were still at risk, like during the Song-Jin War, when without someone guarding them, they wouldn’t even notice if someone approached closely.

"You came to see me early today. Is it perhaps to ask for your money back?"

Before the operation recording world ended, he had instructed Hog to send the loot and treasures from this period to Constantinople. The Pirate Captain’s recent haul was impressive, with corals, pearls, agates, emeralds, and other gems causing a mad rush at Constantinople’s market.

If the money arrives, Losa can not only repay debts but also facilitate further promotions for his many followers, with Hog’s promotion certainly included.

Even though he wasn’t with Losa, the Pirate Captain undoubtedly contributed the most.

"Don’t worry, it’s just some small money, no rush to ask for repayment."

Anna retorted: "Your Majesty the King has sent word. He learned that Saladin has quelled the rebellions in ten or so Chiefdoms, and the Sassanid King, rather than intervene, remained indifferent, seemingly engaging with Qidan Liao Country."

"Is His Majesty asking me to return sooner?"

...

Anna was sent away.

"By the way, isn’t it time for your card draw again?"

"Of course, I remember this time."

Losa remembered that in the upcoming ten card draws, the chance of obtaining a follower from the Wolf Race Federation increased.

Any Elite Wolf Race from the Wolf Race Federation could easily reach Four-Star level.

As for ordinary Centurions, they might not reach Five-Star level.

After all, Hans at fifty level was equivalent to a Centurion level.

However, the elite Centurions were significantly stronger than Hans, definitely a solid Five-Star.

Unihorn Nightmare Beast.

Four-Star Extraordinary Mount.

This mount is more precious than Jeanne’s Two-Star rare quality Akhal-Teke horse, even excluding mount attributes, it has considerable battle capabilities.

He reached out to gently pat the neck of the Nightmare Horse, opening its mouth full of tiny sharp teeth, the moist, soft long tongue left a slightly sticky trail on Losa’s hand.

"Looks wild but still quite tame, huh?"

Jeanne curiously observed.

She didn’t dare come too close, fearing it might be startled and rampage if scared by her aura, given it’s a Dark Attribute mount.

"After all, since Sir is a Dark Lord, it’s normal for it to be close to him."

Losa chuckled: "Then follow me."

This horse obviously wasn’t suitable to be assigned to Jeanne, as the attributes didn’t match. Just by approaching Jeanne, the Unihorn Nightmare Horse showed apparent rejection.

Moreover, Losa indeed liked this horse a lot.

"By the way, we previously drew an indestructible horse cloth, didn’t we? Let’s get it for it to wear, and request master craftsmen in Constantinople to tailor-make a set of tack, horseshoes, armor, and helmet for it."

A warhorse’s complete equipment set includes a helmet that can lower an eyepiece during combat, a neck armor connecting the helmet to the body, flank armor on the sides, and some leather armor on its belly to prevent injury from spears.

Crusader Knights often favored horse cloths without armor, with more decorative rather than protection functions.

"Ha, Sir really wants to ride this beast around town, huh."

"Why not? I heard in Alexandria, some Casters often ride Scorpion-tailed Lion and Unihorned Tiger Lizard breeds widely, while in Constantinople, it’s rare but not too conspicuous."

Losa walked a few steps away, examining the appearance of the Unihorn Nightmare Horse.

"You see, compared to a warhorse, its size is just a bit larger. If covered with a full set of horse armor, I feel people will likely believe the horn on its head is just decoration."

Benefitting from Unicorn myths, many warhorse helmets have a horn or feather, helmet crown; medieval knights loved their mounts to look more splendid and unique.

Jeanne crossed her arms, watching with a smile akin to looking at a child.

"It’s rare to see Sir like this, as if he’s found a new toy to be interested in."