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

Chapter 297 Legendary Combat Techniques
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After finishing practicing the Knight's Breathing Technique, one is often ravenously hungry.

Rhodes had the servants reheat the food to help everyone regain their strength.

During the break between meals, Rod called Durant, Chriss, and São over to his side.

"Tell me about your experience cultivating after drinking the soup," Rhodes said casually.

“A very strong life force, sir.”

Durant's voice was filled with excitement.

"Hot and pure, without any unusual sensation."

Chris nodded in agreement, "It's just a pity that this life force dissipates very quickly, which is why we immediately started cultivating to absorb as much of this energy as possible."

"Unfortunately, I still lost more than half of it."

"I wonder how Mr. Durant is feeling?" Chris looked at Durant.

"me too."

Durant sighed slightly, looking somewhat helpless.

Rhodes turned his gaze to São.

Sao immediately straightened up and reported, "Holy Lord, I felt hot and full of energy, and then I wanted to cultivate."

Rhodes nodded in satisfaction upon hearing this feedback.

It seems that the tentacles soup did indeed have the effect he expected, possessing abundant vitality.

"You all felt the strong life force. It seems that the life force provided by this soup is fixed. How much you can absorb depends on your own ability."

Rod guessed.

"That's how it should be."

Durant nodded, then added, "It would be useful to me too, sir."

"OK."

Rod smiled but didn't say anything more.

Durant is subtly indicating that he also wants these soups.

Rod didn't waste any more words and instructed, "Eat quickly, and we'll try again after you've finished."

"My lord...aren't you going to rest?"

Durant glanced at the sky. "It's very late."

"It's okay, let's test this soup first."

Rhodes patted Durant on the shoulder, turned around and went back to the alchemical cauldron to start the second pot of soup.

Since this is a test, not everyone needs to drink it.

Rhodes left only Durant, Chris, Sao, and an ordinary Winter Knight, telling everyone else to go back and rest.

Soon, a new pot of deep-sea tentacle stew was ready.

Lia ladled out the soup, and the four of them quickly drank it down before resuming their breathing exercises.

The courtyard fell silent again, with only the soft sound of the campfire burning.

Rod waited quietly.

A moment later, the ordinary Winter Knight stopped cultivating and reported dejectedly, "My lord, it seems that cultivation is no longer allowing me to absorb more life force."

Rhodes nodded slightly. "You rest first, wait for the others."

"Yes, my lord."

The Winter Knight walked to the campfire and sat down, looking somewhat embarrassed.

Soon, Sao also stopped cultivating and walked up to Rhodes.

“Holy Lord, I seem to be just like him.”

Sao glanced at the Winter Knight and sighed softly.

"Okay, let's rest first."

Rhodes raised his hand, gesturing for São to sit to one side.

Durant and Chriss seemed unaffected, maintaining their training postures until the early hours of the morning.

"It seems that neither of you is affected."

Rod looked at Durant and Chris in surprise.

"Yes sir."

Durant responded with a smile, and Chris nodded in agreement.

"It's really surprising. Most potions are effective for low-level knights, but not for powerful knights."

Rod said with a smile, "This time it's the other way around."

"I think their bodies haven't fully integrated the life force they absorbed last time."

Durant explained, "It's like a wooden cup filled with sand. If the sand isn't cleaned out, you can't put any more sand in."

"Yes, junior knights and apprentice knights are like little wooden cups."

Rod pondered for a moment, then speculated, "And Chris and you are the medium and large cups, respectively."

“You are right, sir.”

Durant nodded, "The life force we absorbed before didn't even reach the limits of Chris and my bodies."

"So, after their bodies have absorbed it for a while, we can try again?"

Rhodes pressed on with the question.

Durant hesitated for a moment, then said, "We might have to try it a day to know."

"Or even longer."

"so be it."

Rhodes waved to São and the other knight.

"You've worked hard, get some rest."

"Yes, Holy Lord/Lord."

The two bowed and turned to leave the manor.

There was still a lot of soup left in the pot.

Rod looked at Durant and Chris, "Since they're still useful to you two, I'll give them to you."

The main ingredient, tentacles, is still available, but the other knights need to be made. What's left in the pot can't be wasted.

Durant and Chris looked delighted and quickly bowed in greeting.

"Thank you for your generosity!"

Rhodes immediately instructed Leah to divide the soup into three portions, serving one bowl each to Durant and Chris.

The rest is up to Rhodes to handle.

Durant and Chris bowed again, then left with Tom, leaving Rod alone in the yard.

The campfire was still burning brightly, but the surroundings had become very quiet.

Rhodes picked up the remaining tentacle soup, drank it all in one gulp, and then began practicing the Ember Breathing Technique by the campfire.

Almost the instant the breathing technique was activated, Rhodes felt a surge of life force.

It was more intense than he had anticipated, surging violently within his body like a rushing river.

But because it was too restless, it dissipated very quickly.

Rhodes immediately accelerated the operation of the Ember Breathing Technique, and these life forces gradually transformed into scorching energy.

The crowing of roosters echoed from the distant farm, but Rhodes' training had only just begun.

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Three days later, at noon.

Sunlight streamed into Rod's personal studio through the skylight.

After finishing the broth, Rhodes was practicing the Ember Breathing Technique, quietly feeling the increase in energy.

Perhaps it's because Rhodes is now converting all his cultivation energy into scorching heat, which consumes more energy, that the Tentacle Soup continues to work on him.

Rod has been so sick of drinking soup for the past three days that he's almost thrown up.

As Durant predicted, the effects of the Tentacle Soup remained even after the trainee knights and junior knights had rested for a day.

It's worth mentioning that Rhodes gave his mixed medicinal stew recipe to Yurai, asking her to try and create a new potion based on the recipe.

Most importantly, it should provide stable vitality, but also be easy to make.

After all, Rod can't keep making soup for everyone.

"Dong dong dong."

Just as Rod was feeling the burning energy in his body, there was a knock on the door.

Vivian's voice then rang out.

"My lord, Beoka, the envoy of the Falcon family, has returned."

"Baron Ruth is quite efficient."

Rhodes remained in his meditation posture and spoke to Vivian through the door.
"Let Lawrence go pick him up."

"Also, inform Salon to prepare."

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Beoka strode into the hall, carrying a wooden crate in one hand, a smile on his face.

"Good day, Your Excellency Baron Rhodes."

Beoka bowed deeply to Rhodes, who sat in the main seat, her voice filled with respect.
"I have brought you your generous goods as a token of my gratitude for rescuing Knight Salon, as I have obeyed Baron Ruris's orders."

Beoka straightened up.
"My family is extremely grateful for your kindness and has prepared very generous gifts!"

Beoka presented the small wooden box with both hands.

"Here are three hundred gold coins,"

As Beoka explained, she carefully observed Rod's expression.

Rod leaned back in his chair, his expression calm.

No instructions were given, nor was anyone taken from the wooden crate. They seemed completely indifferent.

Beoka, somewhat embarrassed, closed the small wooden box and continued his report.

"In addition, there were fifty young, healthy, and strong male slaves and five bricklayers."

"There are also spices like cinnamon, cloves, pepper, and others that are as valuable as gold coins."

"They can be used not only for cooking, but also for making medicines."

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Beauka diligently introduced the goods of his caravan, including spices, silk, silver cups, and more.

Rhodes remained calm throughout, revealing no joy or happiness.

“Baron Rhodes, these are only a small part of my master’s sentiments.”

Beoka's voice was full of sincerity, and then he carefully took out a cloth bag from his bosom.
"Lord Rhodes, this is another part of my master's heartfelt gift."

"Oh?"

Rhodes finally reacted, smiling as he asked, "What's in here?"

“My family says this is a memory gem that records the common combat techniques of knights and a magic gem.”

Beoka cautiously reported, "This involves extraordinary power, which a lowly knight like myself doesn't understand."

When the term "combat skills" appeared, Rhodes' heart tightened.

Ordinary knights cannot use combat skills; only legendary knights with elemental energy can unleash the power of combat skills.

Although Rhodes is not a legendary knight, his physical attributes and energy are completely compatible!
But Rhodes remained silent, maintaining his calm expression, and waited a while before slowly speaking.
"Combat skills are abilities that only legendary knights can use, right?"

Rod frowned slightly, tapping his fingers lightly on the wooden table.

"Sounds impressive, but it seems worthless to me. Is Baron Ruris trying to fob me off?"

"No, no, no, you've misunderstood!"

Beoka immediately became a little nervous and hurriedly explained, "My master means that a young and wise nobleman like you will surely become a legendary knight in the future!"

After Beoka finished speaking, the hall fell silent.

"Hahaha, you bastard!"

Rhodes' face lit up with joy, as if he were basking in Beauka's flattery.

"You're right. If I really become a legendary knight, it might be too late to find combat skills!"

"Yes Yes!"

Beoka quickly chimed in, "You're so wise!"

Rod smiled and immediately raised his hand to Vivian.

The latter understood, stepped forward, took the cloth bag, and took out an exquisite wooden box from it.

Vivian carefully opened it; inside was silk with a white gem and a dark blue gem placed on it.

"Alright, these things sound like they're just about enough to cover my military expenses."

Rod's voice carried an air of authority.

"Considering Baron Ruris's sincerity, this is enough."

"After Lawrence has checked the goods, you can leave with Salon at any time."

Rhodes paused for a moment, then instructed, "Go and visit Knight Salon now."

"Thank you for your understanding, Your Excellency Baron Rhodes."

Beoka bowed deeply once again.

"My family will be very happy to hear what you have to say."

Just then, Knight Salon, accompanied by Lawrence, entered the hall.

Salen's face wore a complex expression—a smile on his lips, but an indescribable unease in his eyes.

But it disappeared again very quickly.

Beoka didn't notice the subtle change in his eyes; his face was full of excitement.
"Lord Saren!"

Beoka strode towards Salen, "I've come to take you home!"

"Thank you for your hard work, Beoka."

Salun's voice was filled with gratitude, but also with a hint of weariness.

“Knight Salon, you must be homesick too. Now you are free to leave.”

Rhodes paused for a moment, then added meaningfully,

"I hope you can cherish your new freedom and life."

“I will, Your Excellency.”

Salun bowed his head and replied, "I will never forget your kindness."

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Rhodes did not keep Beauka and Salon, letting the two go down to catch up.

After they all left, Rod took the wooden box.

"This is the first time I've seen you laugh out loud because of someone's praise," Vivian said suddenly with a smile.

"What else should I do? Should I tell him that I can use combat skills?"

Looking at the two gems in the wooden box, Rhodes said slowly, "I doubt he'd believe it. He'd think I'm crazy."

"Yeah, that's true."

Vivian nodded. "In comparison, he's more likely to believe you're a somewhat arrogant lord."

"Alright, stop with the nonsense."

Rhodes picked up the white memory gem.
"Come on, follow me to the training ground in the back."

With the entry for Gem Collector, Rhodes doesn't need to slowly use his mind to experience the contents of the memory gems like others.

Rhodes gripped the Memory Gem tightly, his head throbbing briefly as a flood of complex information rushed into his mind.

The scenes of knights fighting, the way energy circulates, all the knowledge and experience are etched into my memory as if carved by a knife and axe.

It was as if Rhode already possessed these combat skills.

As Beoka said, these two combat skills are indeed very versatile.

A valiant charge and a battle aura that repelled them.

Heroic charge, just like the name of the combat technique.

Relying on the energy within his body, he unleashed extraordinary speed and power, instantly closing the distance to his target and simultaneously knocking away any enemies blocking his path.

Without any hesitation, Rhodes stood in the manor's private training ground and assumed the starting position according to the scene in his memory.

His body leaned slightly forward, like a cheetah poised to pounce.

Then, holding Ashbringer in front of him, he locked his gaze on the wooden stake twenty meters away as his target and began to mobilize the scorching energy within his body.

In the next instant, Rhodes' body shot out like an arrow, instantly rushing to the wooden stake.

Bang!
Before Rhodes could even swing his sword, the wooden stake was instantly sent flying, shattering into pieces in mid-air!
When these wooden stake fragments hit the ground, they had already turned into charred pieces.

Rod stepped forward and stomped on it lightly, turning it into black slag.

Even more shocking was the charred trail left by Rhodes's charge; the withered grass and fallen leaves on the ground had all been burned to ashes.

"How about it?"

Rod turned to Vivian and asked.

Vivian was somewhat bewildered, standing there with her mouth slightly open, "I... I didn't see clearly, I only saw a red light around you!"

"And then you were there!"

"Then the wooden stake flew up!"

"Looks like I'll have to prepare some obstacles."

Rhodes nodded slightly, pondering to himself.

This combat technique is more powerful than I imagined.

Judging from the marks on the ground, this move shouldn't even be called a heroic charge.

The name "Flaming Charge" is more appropriate and accurate.

However, this move also consumes a considerable amount of energy.

Rod could clearly feel that the charge had consumed a third of his scorching energy.

Rhodes wasn't in a hurry. He quickly tried out his second combat skill, Battle Qi Repulsion.

This time, Rhodes had his guards bring over several wooden stakes and place them in front of him as test targets.

Rhodes stood three meters away from the wooden stake, ready to attack.

Taking a deep breath and channeling the scorching energy within his body, Ashbringer unleashed his power!
A powerful burst of flames erupted in front of him in a fan shape!

The wooden stakes were all engulfed in flames and flew backwards!

"It's similar to the Flame Slash."

Rhode observed the power of the combat techniques and secretly compared them in his mind.

The difference is that Battle Qi Repulsion uses a special energy circulation method, allowing Rhode to consume the same scorching energy as Flame Slash, resulting in greater power than Flame Slash.

However, it seems that the effect is not visible if it is just a wooden stake.

"I didn't expect their combat skills to be this strong!"

Vivian looked at the effect Rhodes had created with surprise in her eyes, "That Baron Ruris really did send a treasure!"

"However... you don't seem very happy."

Vivian looked at Rhodes, who was frowning, and said.

"No, I was just thinking."

Rhodes sighed leisurely, "If someone like me, who can use the energy of a legendary knight, can have such power when using combat techniques, then legendary knights must be even more powerful, right?"

"Um,"

Vivian nodded in agreement.
"After all, he is someone who is capable of contending with a high-level wizard apprentice."

"Now that you mention it, it sounds like the advanced wizard apprentice is even more powerful."

Rod smiled and gave the order.

"Go and call Durant over. Let that high-ranking knight experience the power of combat techniques and give him some motivation to train."

(End of this chapter)