Simmons and Celestia haven't been idle these past few days. The Saint Grace Canon Law School truly stands out within the Canon Law School system of Moncalleta, and Simmons, with his noble family background, is not without temper—it's just that he harbors no temper towards Li Xin.

The eight dukes and four sects of the younger generation in Moncalleta are also the representatives selected by the Hex Bird Report, renowned figures.

The four sects represent Moncalleta's four major Canon Law Schools: Adi from the Abundant Canon Law School, Simmons from the Saint Grace Canon Law School, Loracster from the Prosperous Canon Law School, and Chengyu from the Golden Dragon Canon Law School.

The Abundant and Saint Grace Canon Law Schools are both in Hedan, while Prosperous and Golden Dragon originate from two major cities neighboring Hedan, with Golden Dragon primarily consisting of immigrants. Among the four, apart from Simmons, all are commoners.

Prior to the rise of Luthor of Lirong, Hedan was the largest high-quality immigrant country in the Dao Yuan Eastern Continent. Moncalleta is highly friendly to high-quality immigrants, with a significant integration level. The treatment of dukes and Canon Law Schools somewhat matches, which also strengthens immigrants' sense of belonging.

The eight dukes are the representatives of Moncalleta's strongest eight Knight Academies, as they are all high-ranking nobles, and their families are at least marquises; hence, they are called the eight dukes, namely:

Lion Duke ~ Holman ~ Royal Knight Academy (Hedan)

Fire Duke ~ Aubent ~ Honor Knight Academy (Hedan)

Thunder Duke ~ Didia ~ Divine Knight Academy (Hedan)

Wind Duke ~ Zheng Shengxun ~ Eternal Knight Academy (Hedan)

Rock Duke ~ Hama ~ Desert Knight Academy (Takla County)

Frost Duke ~ Nagan ~ Ice Desolate Knight Academy (Delir County)

Dark Duke ~ Helan Mosa ~ Death Knight Academy (Siriland County)

Blood Duke ~ Lilat ~ Blood Knight Academy (Degu County)

Lion Duke Holman Tia hails from Moncalleta's War God family, an ancient noble house. Duke Tia is also a pillar of Moncalleta, holding a revered position within the military, having frequently intermarried with the royal family, possessing royal bloodlines, enjoying high prestige in Hedan. To become the leading figure of the Royal Knight Academy, one must be uniquely talented and moral, with a stable character, highly valued by Grand Prince Hokele, and has experience in commanding troops, ranking first among the eight dukes.

Fire Duke Aubent Sitar comes from the Sitar family, one of Hedan's four major dukes, with a fiery and combative nature, ranking second. The family commands the Vanguard Army, known for their bravery, always waiting for a chance to challenge Holman, awakened the Unquenchable Flame.

Thunder Duke Didia Nasser, from the Nasser family, one of Hedan's four major dukes, controls the intelligence organization, being the brain of the kingdom, ranking third, cool and decisive, with a handsome appearance, awakened the Thunder Power.

Wind Duke Zheng Shengxun, whose ancestors came from Lirong, but it's been several hundred years, accumulating military honors to become a duke, standing strong with remarkable political wisdom and prowess, ranking fourth among the eight dukes. Remaining in this rank with a knight's character, as Hex Bird Report gives such a ranking maintained, shows his strength, awakened the Gale Force.

Rock Duke Hama Shata, from the Desert Knight Academy in Takla County, situated in the southern border of Moncalleta, considered as the most adverse environment in Moncalleta, with deserts nearby, adjacent to the Sea of Death, with a rugged folk style, being a region where the influence of Earth Mother Goddess is weaker. The kingdom has consistently provided good treatment, awakened the Power of Sand.

Frost Duke Nagan Selle from the Ice Desolate Knight Academy in Delir County, located at the northern border, bordering the Black Meteor Empire, the boundary often embroiled in conflict. The Ice Desolate Knight Order consistently sends outstanding warriors, the academy revolves around practical combat, Nagan is the daughter of the head of Selle County, awakened the Frost Power.

Dark Duke Helan Mosa from the Death Knight Academy in Sirilan County, situated in the northwest of Moncalleta, bordering both the Black Meteor Empire and Taptan Empire, the boundary rife with small-scale conflicts, with rather complex regional beliefs.

Blood Duke Lilat from the Blood Knight Academy in Degu County, part of Moncalleta's ancient families, Degu County being Moncalleta's deputy capital. The Degu family possesses Blood Power, with the famed Immortal Legion.

The Glory Battle of Moncalleta is reputedly Dao Yuan Continent's fairest knight battle, hence called Glory, historically so, and a contest between heirs of the "Four Dukes Four Counties", a test of comprehensive power. Aside from Nagan, everyone vies for Princess Estella, to seize the Power of Glory and win the princess. Of course, Nagan also has intentions to meet Second Prince Achilles.

These youths inheriting family glory and lineage, born at the pinnacle, shall determine a vital answer of life in Hedan.

In the past, schools of Canon Law participated in the Glory Battle early and were eliminated, unable to compete at all, but with over a decade of growth, coupled with the joining of Simmons and a group of nobles, changes have occurred.

Simmons is not acting on a whim; are the eight dukes strong? Undoubtedly strong, but!

In the Secret Castle, there are three he knows: Second Prince Achilles, combining forces from the Secret Castle and Holy Hall, undoubtedly the strongest, but he doesn't belong to any academy, currently unknown; the other two are Li Xin, soon to become a member of Saint Grace, and Wind Duke Zheng Shengxun.

The Zheng family holds a special position in Moncalleta, needing to closely follow royal power, unlike other families, they have no choice, always famed for their prudence and meticulousness. Only major families know this family is extremely ambitious, willing to send direct descendants to the Secret Castle, enduring a high casualty rate and low success rate, but maintaining the family by striving.

Zheng Shengxun is the main tester, possibly the strongest of the eight dukes, but merely keeping low-key. He is the strongest among accompanying testers, aiming for the top four certainly achievable, given the current situation. If he truly leads the team to break through, allowing the school to breach the blockade of the eight Knight Academies, it could equally create the best results, fostering the family's rise.

Essentially, Simmons has been waiting for an opportunity; upon seeing Li Xin, he became more certain this is the opportunity.

Certainly, it's not that others don't possess Divine Relics—they haven't entered the Secret Castle for one reason: they already have their own Divine Relics, not needing to take risks. Regarding his own gains and understanding of Divine Relics, Simmons has some confidence and he believes Divine Relics are just part of the Secret Castle's blessing. The experiences and numerous tests in the Secret Castle are also significant wealth.

Due to Li Xin's presence, he can even contend with Zheng Shengxun; everyone must face off directly, the truth revealed only through direct confrontation.

The core concern is the activation of the Life Star of the Divine Relic, though his exploration of the Holy Land has reached a bottleneck. Li Xin's entry into his Holy Land may introduce variables but isn't it also an opportunity?

When Li Xin brought it up, Simmons showed a bit of reluctance yet interest—this being a basic ability of a noble.

Over these two days, Simmons meticulously considered the lineup; Celestia obtained the family's Divine Relic, belonging to the Earth Mother Goddess lineage, and her spells are formidable. The strength of Lancer and others is also considerable, possessing the Original Embryo, undoubtedly competitive, of course, further strengthening would be optimal.

The eight Knight Academies are undoubtedly proud, refusing any changes. However, the Canon Law Schools are not so restricted, particularly Hedan's Canon Law Schools differing from Lirong, acting as supplements and trials for Knight Academies with less stringent rules.

Early the next morning, Simmons arrived at Lirong Inn early. Most inn workers had already set off earlier; perhaps overworked last night, David was still asleep. The artist prepared his tools, planning to find a picturesque spot for morning practice, cultivating his nature and cleansing worldly concerns. Old Fang had already gone to set up his stall, his business unaffected by time, emphasizing diligence. Kan also got up, thoroughly washing clothes—his formal attire crucial as a magician. Skills may falter, but appearance must be impeccable—his baseline.

Upon seeing Simmons, Mr. Kan immediately set down his clothes and approached, "Master Simmons, why have you come, looking for Li Xin?"

"Yes, Mr. Kan, could you please call him?" Simmons replied with a smile.

"Of course, my honor, wait a moment, I'll call him," Kan hearing Simmons remembered his name felt his composure vanish completely, grinning widely while jogging upstairs.

Kan almost barged in, but fortunately, Li Xin heard his calls. People from Lirong have little resistance towards the surname George, providing Li Xin some convenience, others welcoming warmly aside from Dragon Mother's group.

Simmons seeing Li Xin immediately grew eager, directly asking, "Brother Li, have you considered?"

Li Xin rubbed his stomach, "Haven't had breakfast yet."

"Haha, neither have I. Is there anything good to eat nearby?"

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