I was a lord farming, how did I become an emperor?

Chapter 272 Demon Hunter
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The fire arrow failed to take effect, and Rhodes rushed forward, while Ashbringer slashed down from mid-air!
Bang!
A ripple immediately appeared on the shield, then returned to normal.

Rod frowned.

Susanna had far more cards up her sleeve than she had imagined.

Based on what Susanna had just said, Rhodes knew very well that she was a sorcerer.

Behind her is an unknown and powerful being.

However, judging from Susanna's battered and bruised appearance, she must have paid a heavy price.

But no matter what, Rhodes cannot let Susanna continue like this.

Just as Rhodes was pondering how to deal with it, a piercing scream and roar suddenly came from outside!

Through the windows of the corridor, illuminated by the firelight, hundreds of dark figures leaped onto the city wall and rushed toward the main building!

Their limbs were twisted, their bones were stretched into bizarre shapes, their skin was pale, and they crawled on the ground on all fours like wild beasts!
It looks just like the crawler from Rhodes' past life in movies and TV shows.

There were also about a dozen creatures with bat wings on their backs gliding directly toward the main building!

“Your courage to come here is truly beyond my expectations, Baron Rhodes.”

Susanna's beautiful eyes were filled with a crazed ferocity. "But even now, you will still die here!"

"You really do have quite a bit of knowledge."

Rhodes glanced at the figure outside.

Rhodes was surprised that these crazed monsters were not afraid of the dragon's might.

But that's it.

Rod didn't say much, took out a whistle from his pocket, and put it in his mouth to blow it.

A sharp, piercing sound rang out, and two enormous black shadows quickly appeared in the sky outside.

"Thunder, Frost, slaughter all the monsters!"

Rod's loud voice came from the window, and he was answered with two loud dragon roars.

Immediately afterwards, crimson and ice-blue beams of light descended from the sky, swiftly passing through the frenzied figures.

Miserable cries rang out one after another; the monsters that hadn't yet reached the main building either turned into ice shards or charred remains.

Those figures gliding towards the main building were not spared either, being intercepted and torn to pieces by Thunder and Frost.

Only two or three landed in front of the window, but they were riddled with crossbow bolts by the Lynx people.

Susanna's eyes widened in anger, as if she had seen the scene outside the window.

At the same time, she had several more hideous whip marks on her body, which was very strange.

"Rhodes, I will definitely defeat you!"

Susanna's voice was filled with madness, "Then I'll whip you again and again until you have your last breath!"

Rhodes ignored him and directly activated his scorching energy.
"You should save your energy and think more about yourself..."

Just then, Susanna picked up the whip and bit it in her mouth. Her sharp nails scratched across her chest, leaving bright red bloodstains!
The tattered leather jacket was now completely reduced to scattered pieces, revealing her voluptuous and graceful figure to Rhodes.

Rhodes had no interest in appreciating the brutal beauty, pouring all his scorching energy into Ashbringer.

The Ashbringer was completely enveloped in crimson light and slashed straight down at the light barrier!

Bang!
Another loud impact rang out, and the shield rippled!

However, this time, the pink color on the light mask was somewhat dimmed.

Rhodes knew very well that his attack had been effective.

"Again."

Rhode tossed a fire gem into his mouth and quickly absorbed its scorching energy.

Just then, Susanna's alluring and ethereal voice rang out again.

"The great Queen Mechanicus!"

"Your servant is willing to sacrifice his body and soul to you, and begs you to grant me greater power to punish these foolish humans who despise you!"

The pink of the light shield deepened instantly and turned into a deep red at a speed visible to the naked eye.

A lazy and charming low laugh echoed from the void, accompanied by a chilling pressure that sent shivers down one's spine.

"Oh my, I didn't expect there to be such an interesting little guy in this corner... Hmm, I like your licentiousness."

"Looks like I'll be able to raise another new toy."

"In that case... I will grant your wish."

As soon as he finished speaking, a pressure a thousand times stronger than before suddenly appeared!

The sky outside darkened, the moon and stars disappeared completely, and blood-red clouds gathered like a vortex above the castle!

The frost and thunder that were fighting in the sky sensed something instantly. They roared desperately, but to no avail, and were forced to land on the towers on both sides.

Even Rhodes, who had the bonus of being a true dragon slayer, felt a tightness in his chest and leaned against a pillar to keep from collapsing to the ground.

"Eh?"

A languid voice uttered a gasp of surprise, its tone tinged with mockery.
"There are even little guys like this here?"

As soon as he finished speaking, Rhodes had a bad feeling, as if he were being stared at by a venomous snake. A chill ran down his spine, and fine beads of sweat instantly appeared on his forehead.

"Still not down? That's interesting."

The voice was playful, and Rhodes immediately felt the pressure on him increase, while Susanna inside the shield coughed up a mouthful of blood!

Rhodes paid no attention to Susanna, focusing instead on resisting the oppressive force pressing down on him.

However, the succubus queen that Susanna had contracted was far more powerful than he had imagined, and in the blink of an eye, Rhode felt like he couldn't breathe!
"Boom!"

Just as Rhodes was about to reach his limit and was preparing to use his Sacrifice ability, a roar louder than thunder suddenly came from the sky!

In an instant, a thick golden lightning bolt descended from the sky, instantly splitting the blood-red clouds in the air!

The pressure on Rhodes immediately eased, and although it was still difficult, he was able to stand up straight!
Then countless bolts of lightning struck down, like an enraged Thor wielding a golden whip, lashing out at Red Griffin Castle!

At the same time, it was accompanied by bursts of booming sounds, as if the sky was roaring and howling in anger!

"impossible!"

The previously languid voice was now filled with surprise, "How could such a small amount of power cause a backlash from the world's rules?"

No one answered the questioning voice, except for the golden lightning in the sky.

"This is boring, I'm not playing anymore."

The owner of the voice sounded irritated.

"But I'll remember you, little guy."

The terrifying pressure receded like a tide in the next instant, and Rhodes instantly felt refreshed.

At the same time, the pink shield enveloping Susanna cracked, and spiderweb-like cracks spread across its surface.

Snapped!
With a crisp sound, the shield shattered completely, turning into countless points of light that dissipated in the night wind.

Susanna collapsed to the ground, blood seeping from the gruesome whip marks on her body.

"no no!"

Susanna's eyes were filled with disbelief, shock, and resentment. "How could this be?!"

Rhodes didn't give her time to think, grabbing Ashbringer and hurling it at her!
"Pfft!"

Ashbringer swept through the air and pierced through Susanna's chest without any hindrance!
"you!"

Blood trickled from the corner of Susanna's mouth as she slowly raised her finger and pointed it at Rhodes.

"You're not a man at all... You ruined everything I had..."

Bang.

Susanna's hand slammed heavily to the ground, and she leaned against the wall, completely lifeless.

[Successfully killed a demon (demon bloodline over 60%), unlocking the attribute: Demon Hunter (Green)]

[Next entry: Kill fifty demons or devils, with at least one demon or devil captain, to unlock the entry: Evil Harvest (Blue)]

"Ok?"

Rhodes looked at the notification that flashed before his eyes, somewhat surprised.

"Demon Hunter?"

Rhodes thought to himself, "If she's a demon, why didn't my Dragon Slayer aura work on Susanna?"

"Because that succubus queen is far more powerful than me?"

As Rhodes thought about it, he couldn't help but shudder.

Forget it, I don't want to think about it anymore.

Rod immediately checked his new entry.

[Demon Hunter (Green): Increases damage against demons by 20% and resistance to dark and evil aura by 20%.]

At the same time, some knowledge about demons appeared in Rhodes' mind, including the various types and abilities of demons.

"An endless abyss, a chaotic and malevolent frenzy?"

Rod curled his lip, feeling that this ability of the term didn't seem to be of much use to him.

This knowledge is of little use for the development of the territory; it only broadens one's horizons.

Unless there are other demons in this world.

Rhodes' gaze shifted to the naked Susanna on the ground, and he stepped forward to pull out Ashbringer.

"Succubi are demons in the abyss that are most similar to humans. They like to use their beauty and psychology to manipulate and corrupt mortals, tempting them to fall. They often lurk among humans for a long time under the guise of lovers or close friends."

These are all pieces of knowledge provided by the entries.

However, Susanna was not originally a succubus; it was only by the power granted by the succubus queen that she transformed into one.

"Dong dong dong..."

A series of hurried footsteps sounded, and Garrick rushed up, turning away immediately upon seeing the naked Susanna.

Susanna was, after all, a countess, and it would be extremely rude of a knight to stare at her like that.

"Lord Rhodes, is it over?"

"Yes, she's dead."

Rhodes wiped away the blood and put Ashbringer away.
"Let's find someone to collect her body."

"Yes, Lord Rhodes."

Garrick waved his hand, dismissing all the other guards, and ordered a maid to be brought to deal with Susanna's body.

Rod let out a long sigh of relief and went downstairs.

Rhodes should go see the old count now.

After a long night of work, Rod really didn't want to move.

Rod found a bedroom at random and lay down to rest.

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The next morning.

Rhodes woke up from his deep sleep, but still couldn't help yawning.

Rod didn't sleep well last night, not because the bed was uncomfortable, but because he had a series of dreams all night. And they were erotic dreams.

Since Avril came into his life, Rod hasn't had any erotic dreams in a long time.

But after a whole night of tossing and turning, the woman opposite me was still extremely alluring—though I couldn't see her face clearly.

This made Rhodes feel uneasy when he woke up in the morning, and he had to find Vivian to vent his frustration.

Until the knocking sounded at the door.

"My lord, Earl Red Griffin invites you to lunch."

"Sao reported through the wooden door."

"okay."

Rhodes responded softly.

It has to be said that Durant's suggestion to bring the Cavaliers was the right one.

This demonstrated both his strength and the fact that he had his trusted confidants handling his affairs.

"Ugh, this is so annoying."

Vivian sat up, clutching her clothes. "Isn't lunch still a long way off?"

Rhodes smiled and said, "Perhaps the Earl thought we hadn't eaten breakfast, so he ordered someone to prepare lunch early."

"Ok."

As they spoke, Vivian quickly dressed and began to attend to Rhodes.

Did you go to see the Earl last night?

Rod asked as he put on his clothes.

Vivian shook her head slightly. "No, I didn't have time at all yesterday."

“Then don’t forget, you are now your sister Avril,” Rhodes reminded him.

"Ah."

Vivian smiled and said, "Don't worry, there's no problem."

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The midday sun streamed through the windows into the reception room of Red Griffin Castle.

The stench of blood from last night had been thoroughly cleaned away by the servants with rags, and the air was filled with a mixed fragrance of flowers, as if that fierce battle had never happened.

The old count sat in the main seat of a high-backed chair, wearing a dark blue velvet robe and covered with a leather blanket.

However, compared to his previous haggard appearance, the old count's eyes had a glimmer of light.

When he saw Rhodes walk in with Vivian, the old count even tried to stand up with his cane.

I tried twice, but finally sat down.

Vivian had changed out of her usual black bodysuit and was now wearing a beige long dress.

Her long hair was carefully styled into an elegant bun, with a few strands hanging down beside her ears.

Her delicate face, adorned with a gentle smile, made her look like a typical aristocratic young lady.

"Father."

Vivian lifted her skirt slightly and curtsied, saying, "Father, may today's sunshine bring you health and happiness."

"Avril, my child."

The old count looked at Vivian with a kind expression, his voice filled with longing.

"It's been so long since I've seen you. You look even more beautiful."

"Come here quickly and let your father take a look."

Vivian smiled gracefully, walked quickly forward, knelt down, and returned the gesture of holding the old count's hands.

"Father, I miss you very much."

"My poor child."

The old count's cloudy eyes were full of tenderness as he gently stroked Vivian's face.

"You have suffered in the wilderness these days."

"No, Father, you don't need to worry."

Vivian glanced at Rhodes, a sweet smile playing on her lips.
"Baron Rhodes took good care of me."

"Yes, I know, Baron Rhodes is also a very good boy."

The old count released his grip and turned his gaze to Rhodes.

Rhodes bowed and said with a smile, "Good day, Your Excellency."

“Baron Rhodes, I really don’t know how to thank you.”

The old count's face was etched with wrinkles, yet filled with a smile.
“If you hadn’t arrived in time, the Red Griffin family would have been destroyed by that woman, Susanna.”

"Don't worry, you saved our entire family, and I will never forget this kindness."

Rod smiled and nodded slightly. "As Avril's fiancé, this is what I should do."

"Protecting my family is my responsibility."

"Good boy, you are such a good boy!"

The old count's smile grew even brighter upon hearing this.

"Marrying Avril to you is one of the best decisions I've ever made in my life, second only to marrying Avril's mother."

After saying this, the old count waved his hand.

"You may all leave. I need to speak with Baron Rhodes alone."

"Yes, sir."

The servants responded in unison and quickly left the dining room.

In the end, only the old count, Rhodes, and Vivian remained in the room.

"Come sit next to me."

The old count said in a gentle voice.

Rhodes nodded and quickly walked over to sit down next to the old count.

"Child, I don't want to hide it."

The old count sighed helplessly and said slowly, "Perhaps you have already guessed that neither of the two children Susanna gave birth to are mine."

Rhodes, wanting to save face for the old count, feigned surprise, but after thinking about it, he nodded.
"Yes, I already guessed it from the moment Susanna started targeting us."

"Since that's the case, I'll be honest with you too."

The old count calmly said, "The Red Griffin family can only be handed over to Avril."

As he spoke, the old count took Vivian's hand.

“Avril, you are a smart and kind child, but you are not suitable to be a lord.”

The old count's voice was filled with worry.

"You're so much like your mother; you're always so quick to sympathize with others."

"As a lord, compassion can only be a means to win people's hearts, not your own desire."

"So I hope,"

The old count looked at Rhodes, "Baron Rhodes, the affairs of the Red Griffin family are still your responsibility to make decisions."

Rod listened quietly, his face expressionless.

"Of course, I'm not asking you to give for nothing."

You should know about the Red Griffin family's background.

The old count said slowly, "We also have some people that only the heirs to the title can drive."

“I witnessed your strength last night, and I know you won’t stop at the Northern Wasteland.”

The old count looked at Rhodes and solemnly promised:
“I can hand these people over to you completely, and you can command them. You can also freely allocate all the forces of the Red Griffin family outside.”

"I only hope that your second child with Avril can become the heir of the Red Griffin family and become the Earl of the Red Griffin."

After speaking, the old count looked at Rhodes.

Rhodes frowned slightly, then shook his head.

"Why?" the old count couldn't help but ask.

“I will help Avril, but I don’t want to make this a deal.”

Rod said seriously.

Since coming to this world, Rhodes has been involved in too many transactions.

They are always calculating and meticulous, considering the benefits of everything they do, and are very utilitarian.

Originally, I came here to help Avril secure the inheritance of the Red Griffin family, just as the old count had said.

But the old count's words just now made Rhodes change his mind.

Are even your own children part of the transaction?
"As for whether my child will become the Red Griffin Earl, I think that's not something to consider right now."

The old count was somewhat stunned.

Vivian sensed Rhodes' emotions, stood up and walked behind him, gently supporting his shoulder.

“Father, I agree with Rod.”

"Ok."

The old count smiled helplessly and patted his forehead.

"Perhaps I am too old-fashioned and ignorant, or perhaps I am too old and have forgotten the love of my youth."

The old count sighed and said slowly, "Some things really can't be traded."

As soon as he finished speaking, the reception room fell silent.

After a long silence, Vivian broke it first.

"Father, did you take the medicine that Garrick sent you last night?"

"Of course, it works very well."

The old count chuckled and said, "If it weren't for your potion, you probably would only be seeing me in a rotten bedroom."

Vivian nodded and pressed on, "So, do you think that if you had a few more bottles of that potion, it would make your body better?"

"The bottle I drank this morning isn't having much of an effect anymore."

The old count leaned back in his chair, tilted his head, waved his hand, and said self-deprecatingly, "You'd better not bother with this old good-for-nothing. He's useless."

"My injury was caused by the violent and chaotic energy when I was practicing the Ember Breathing Technique before. I was too eager to break through to the top-level knight level, and my body was already injured."

“The qi is still inside my body, slowly eroding my limbs and various organs.”

"Medications won't work; even if it heals, the infection will still occur."

"So you're saying that your biggest health problem is still your cultivation practice?"

After listening to the old count's words, Rhodes seemed to be deep in thought.
"If that's the case, maybe I really can solve it."

(End of this chapter)