Chapter 52: Four-Star Snow Demon Soul

Silver Moon Calendar, Year 659, Month of Beginnings.

Winter's snow melted away under the gentle caress of spring breezes. Life blossomed anew, painting the land with vitality and color.

The refugees who had fled to the northern territories during the harsh winter had now settled into Frost Wolf Ridge, building new lives from the soil.

Vast tracts of previously barren land were cultivated, enriched with organic fertilizers meticulously prepared in advance. This sparked a new era of growth and prosperity for Frost Wolf Ridge.

Having reclaimed all its original territories and replaced the old officials, Frost Wolf Ridge now stood as a newly united domain.

Frost Wolf Ridge lay in the western expanse of the Silver Moon Kingdom's northern territories. Its easternmost edge was anchored by Eaglewing Fortress, which served as a bastion against the looming threats from the North.

To the north stretched vast lands, reaching all the way to the crystalline peaks of the Crystal Song Mountains—a forbidden zone untouched by human hands.

To the west, Frost Wolf Ridge bordered the expansive Frost Wolf Forest, which promised untapped resources, including timber, edible fungi, wildlife, and medicinal herbs. This forest had immense developmental potential.

With the taming of the gray wolf packs, the forest's outskirts had effectively become the Ridge's private backyard.

Since the harsh winter months ended, the northern territories had been blessed with unbroken sunlight. The roads connecting Frost Wolf Ridge to the outside world had thawed, opening pathways once more.

David had turned his attention to the movements in the North, knowing full well that word of his ascension to Earth Knight had already spread to Ice Bear City and the northern nobility.

The northern lords' plan to destabilize Frost Wolf Ridge using the refugee crisis had failed.

Even the assassination attempts by Ice Bear's hired mercenaries had amounted to nothing.

With their covert schemes thwarted, Ice Bear's ambitions to dominate the North left them with only one option—direct military confrontation.

In preparation for the looming battle, the Frost Wolf Knights had intensified their training regimens.

The newly established Wolf Cavalry was particularly focused on improving their coordination with their gray wolf mounts while mastering the Frost Wolf family's battle techniques.

Meanwhile, Cynthia worked tirelessly to tame the newly acquired gray wolves. For now, these wolves were trained to follow basic commands and assist the cavalry in combat rather than serve as mounts.

Although Cynthia could command the wolves effortlessly using her beast-speaking abilities, her presence as a witch would not be welcome on an open battlefield.

When the time came to face Ice Bear's forces, David would be engaged in direct combat with the Ice Bear Marquis, leaving the wolves under the command of the Gray Wolf King.

To ensure the wolves could be effectively deployed, David devised a system of commands that field officers could use to direct them in battle.

With the combined strength of the Wolf Cavalry and the gray wolves, Frost Wolf Ridge was ready to stand against the coalition forces of Ice Bear and their allied nobles.

Victory over the Ice Bear Marquis would be the decisive factor in routing the northern coalition. As such, David focused all his efforts on enhancing his personal strength.

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At the back mountain of Frost Wolf Castle, David continued his rigorous training.

With the aid of his five-star Ice Frost Giant Wolf bloodline and the fourth-tier Frost Wolf Elixir, David's strength had soared to the peak of the fourth tier.

Lydia, too, had benefited greatly from the Frost Wolf Elixir. Her strength now approached the peak of the second tier, significantly boosting the effectiveness of their dual cultivation sessions.

Thanks to their shared efforts, Lydia had become a formidable Ice Frost Giant Wolf Knight, capable of holding her own in battle.

Meanwhile, Reina's progress was equally noteworthy. Having reached the second tier, she now possessed the Snow Demon Elixir ingredients David had gathered for her.

Their shared training sessions had further strengthened their bond and boosted her confidence in her abilities.

[You have completed a cultivation session. Snow Demon Soul +83.]

[Snow Demon Soul: Tier 3 (4935/5000).]

Though proud and independent, Reina couldn't help but feel a mix of gratitude and curiosity. Each time she trained with David, her Snow Demon bloodline seemed to resonate deeply with his Frost Wolf bloodline, enhancing her powers.

It was during one such session that Reina suddenly felt her spiritual strength surge.

[You have completed a cultivation session. Snow Demon Soul +102.]

[Snow Demon Soul: Tier 3 (5037/5000).]

David exhaled in satisfaction as he pulled Reina into his arms.

His intentional focus on cultivating with Reina had paid off. Reaching the fourth tier of Snow Demon Soul was the quickest way to significantly boost his strength.

His spiritual energy had already reached the peak of the second tier, and with the Snow Demon Elixir and cultivation breakthrough, he was poised to push it to the third tier.

"Reina."

Seeing the progress bar for Snow Demon Soul maxed out, David's heart soared with joy.

Unable to contain himself, he planted a kiss on her forehead.

"Lord David… I…" Reina's voice was soft and breathless, her energy completely spent.

Though proud and fiery, she had clearly reached her limit for the day.

"Don't move. I just want to hold you," David whispered, his tone gentle.

Reina, feeling the warmth of his embrace, relaxed like a kitten curling into a safe, comfortable haven.

"Thank you, Lord

David," she murmured, her head resting against his chest, a soft smile gracing her lips.

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