In the castle's back garden.
David begins his usual training with the Frost Wolf Breathing Technique.
Although he successfully acquired the Ice Element Talent through training with Amy,
he still plans to focus his energy on knight cultivation, aiming for a quick breakthrough to Tier Three.
The Frosty Winter is approaching, and the refugee disaster is not far off.
Even if Frost Wolf Ridge passes the refugee disaster smoothly, it still faces the watchful eyes of the Ice Bear Clan.
He must quickly elevate his strength to Tier Four Knight Level, the Earth Knight Level, to have a chance to protect his family and territory in the impending crisis.
As he begins his training with the Frost Wolf Breathing Technique, he consistently assumes various postures and synchronizes them with the corresponding breathing rhythm.
With each inhale and exhale, the Frost Giant Wolf Bloodline inside him, newly activated, is stimulated, allowing pure bloodline energy to flow out.
Each posture and corresponding breathing rhythm of the breathing technique utilizes the Frost Giant Wolf Bloodline to strengthen various parts of his body, causing his whole physique to surge with blood energy.
After the power of the Frost Giant Wolf Bloodline flows through his body, all the energy ultimately merges into the Frost Wolf Bloodline located at his heart!
Whoosh, whoosh, whoosh—
But this time, as he concludes his training with the Frost Wolf Breathing Technique, a chill suddenly emanates around his body.
David is enveloped in the cold air, gently closing his eyes, sensing the gathered Ice Elements around him thanks to his Ice Element Talent!
"Frost Wolf Ice Armor!"
He is thrilled at heart, suddenly activating a secret skill within the Frost Wolf Breathing Technique.
Subsequently, the cold air begins to adhere to his skin, transforming into Ice Crystal Armor that cloaks his body!
Seeing the Frost Wolf Ice Armor forming on him, the surprise on David's face is undeniable.
The Frost Wolf Ice Armor can only be manifested by leveraging the Ice Power contained within the Frost Giant Wolf Bloodline after breaking through to Tier Four Knight Level.
But now, aided by his Low-level Ice Attribute Talent, he can control the Ice Power within the Frost Giant Wolf Bloodline to prematurely manifest the Frost Wolf Ice Armor!
With the aid of the Frost Wolf Ice Armor, even though his knight's power is only at Tier Two, he can fully confront and even defeat a Tier Three Knight!
"Truly the power of a wizard."
David feels a pang of sentiment on his face; he finally understands why the Church aims to suppress wizards.
If too many wizards emerge in this world, it would undoubtedly challenge the existing Church and aristocrat system!
Yet, for some reason,
the world seems to have entered a situation resembling the End of the Dharma Era.
In this continent, Tier Six Knights are already considered the pinnacle of strength; surpassing Tier Seven, one is called a Legend, and almost extinct.
Powerful wizards have also left this world, leaving behind only witches who awaken Wizard Power on their own and those feeble wizard apprentices.
Although the Wizard System exists in this world,
judging from some snippets, the so-called wizards now are merely wizard apprentices within a true Wizard System!
"Wizard."
David murmurs softly.
He resolves to tread the path of the wizard.
Taking a deep breath, he dispels the Frost Wolf Ice Armor and strides towards the castle.
Cultivation, cultivation, cultivation, he must strive harder to cultivate!
...
Another month flies by.
Amy gradually adapts to life at the castle.
Though she cannot leave the castle loft, the Frost Wolf Clan's library keeps her from feeling bored.
Books.
In this era, books are extremely precious to anyone.
Even for someone like Amy, a descendant of wizards, she hasn't read many books.
As the original king of the Northern Lands, the Frost Wolf Clan has a room full of collected books, which delights Amy immensely.
This also brings both of them closer together.
[You trained with your wife once and gained Ice Element Talent +23]
[Ice Element Talent: Low-level (886/1000)]
Initially, one training session could only increase the Ice Element Talent by about 10 points.
Now, after a month, a single training session consistently provides over 20 point increases in Ice Element Talent.
After another training session, David holds the little witch, who dares not meet his gaze, with her head resting against him.
Thud, thud, thud—
Listening to the robust heartbeat, Amy closes her eyes, feeling a sense of peace.
This period has been the most relaxed time she's experienced since becoming a witch.
With the lord's protection, she no longer fears sudden dangers, enjoying delightful treats and rooms full of books.
Once she dreamed of such a life, but now everything has become a reality.
Thinking of this, she instinctively caresses him, unaware of reigniting the lord's temper.
"Are you tired?"
"Now let me help you."
Amidst a squeal, David sits up with the little witch in his arms.
He holds the little witch's slender waist tightly.
In the end, it ceases only with the little witch's plea for mercy.
They snuggle together and fall asleep.
Yet, David remains a bit restless, making the little witch blush furiously.
David retracts his hand and caresses Amy's silky hair.
Amy murmurs a little embarrassed, feeling that she hasn't fulfilled her duties as a wife well.
After a while, she suddenly speaks shyly, "Lord, why don't you call Sister Liya over to join us?"
After saying this, her face turns red enough to drip blood.
Amy is essentially a conservative girl, taking initiative to propose such a thing is truly challenging for her.
"Really?"
David's eyes immediately light up.
Lately, he's been spending his nights alone with one at a time.
Though he's thought of the happy life of holding both in his arms, he knows Amy's very thin-skinned.
Originally he pondered how to bring it up; unexpectedly, Amy proposed it herself, making him appreciate the little witch's kindness and understanding once again.
"Mm."
Amy's tone remains earnest.
She feels her husband values her, which is enough.
For a witch who never thought of marriage and children, this period she's felt joys she never experienced before.
So, she doesn't want the lord to suppress himself because of her inability to cooperate, making her feel guilty. It's better to take the initiative to change.
Sister Liya indeed is a wonderful person, and even the thought of serving the lord together with her doesn't feel unacceptable.
"Amy, I'll definitely treat you even better in the future."
David tenderly kisses the little witch, deeply moved in his heart.
That night, he did nothing but quietly hold Amy, and the little witch, exhausted, slept soundly, with a relaxed smile on her face.