In truth, heroes summoned by a lord naturally maintained a high level of loyalty and goodwill.
From one perspective, heroes were even more reliable than family or friends, who might betray you. Heroes, however, would lay down their lives for you without hesitation.
As for Lin Daiyu and Qin Keqing…
Lucian wasn't a saint. He couldn't possibly remain unaffected by their presence.
He was a man of strong possessiveness—and he couldn't deny he was drawn to beauty.
"Can't argue with that logic," Lucian mused with a wry smile.
Lin Daiyu's bright eyes sparkled with mischief. Her voice was as gentle as a spring breeze, but her words carried an unmistakable tease.
"Why not skip letting her change out of her wedding dress, my lord? Just take her straight to the bridal chamber."
She chuckled softly, her exquisite face filled with playful delight.
Lucian's expression darkened. He reached out and pinched Lin Daiyu's cheek gently but firmly. "Oh, so you want to volunteer first?"
"Hey!" Lin Daiyu's face flushed a deep pink as she spun around, feigning retreat.
Lucian grabbed her hand to stop her. "Don't go just yet. You need to help me open these boxes."
"Ah, I nearly forgot about those."
Lin Daiyu's clever mind quickly grasped Lucian's intentions. Her cheeks were still tinged with pink, and her limpid eyes gleamed with warmth.
"Fine, let's see how lucky we are today," Lucian said with a grin, pulling out the frost zombie treasure chests.
With Lin Daiyu helping to open them, a stream of notifications followed:
"Acquired: Void Crystals x7, Void Source Stones x3."
"Acquired: Void Crystals x3, Equipment: Rotting Armor."
"Acquired: Void Crystals x5."
"Acquired: Void Crystals x1."
Even a mere +1 in luck had a noticeable cumulative effect.
By the time they opened all 618 chests, the spoils were impressive:
Void Crystals: 2,230 pieces.
Void Source Stones: 276 pieces.
Equipment: 17 items.
Territory Buildings: [Barracks], [Crypt], [Arrow Tower].
Lucian stashed away the Void Crystals and Source Stones before examining the equipment. As expected, the results were underwhelming.
Out of the 17 items:
12 were gray-tier.
5 were white-tier.
They were serviceable but hardly groundbreaking.
Lucian set aside the trash equipment and retrieved the Heavenly Silk Gloves he had opened earlier. Holding them out to Lin Daiyu, he said, "These are more fitting for someone like you."
Lin Daiyu smiled and slipped the gloves into her equipment inventory, causing them to immediately take effect.
When she showcased the gloves, the shimmering white scales against her slender fingers gave off an aura of both allure and danger.
Next came the skill book Frost Breath and the rare class voucher Frost Archer. The latter required Level 10, so it wasn't immediately usable.
"This skill book isn't suitable for me," Lin Daiyu said after examining it. "But Qin Keqing's talents lean toward magic—she could put it to great use."
"You're right," Lucian agreed, recalling Qin Keqing's hero panel.
As they prepared to inspect the new buildings, soft footsteps interrupted them.
Lucian turned toward the source of the sound and froze.
Emerging gracefully from the red building was Qin Keqing, now dressed in a flowing green silk gown. Her delicate figure exuded elegance, her movements graceful and unhurried.
Her long hair was styled with a jade hairpin, framing her radiant face that carried a hint of vulnerability and melancholy.
The shimmering sash at her waist accentuated her slender figure, while her alabaster legs peeked out from beneath the hem of her dress.
"Truly a peerless beauty," Lin Daiyu whispered in awe as she stepped forward to greet Qin Keqing. "Welcome, Sister Keqing."
"Thank you…" Qin Keqing's voice was soft and lilting, like a gentle bird's song, with a hint of apprehension.
"Don't worry, Sister Keqing. I was just like you when I first arrived." Lin Daiyu took her hand, her tone warm and reassuring. "You'll adjust soon."
The two beauties began conversing quietly. Lin Daiyu, perceptive as always, noticed Qin Keqing's unease and did her best to comfort her.
Meanwhile, Lucian stood a short distance away, watching them. His gaze alternated between Lin Daiyu's mischievous grace and Qin Keqing's delicate charm.
His heart swelled with pride and excitement.
"The legendary trait of my territory… it's incredible."
"Every hero I summon is an absolute beauty!"
Lucian's face broke into a wide grin, his thoughts wandering for a moment.
Even the wild boars in his territory could be considered beauties—by wild boar standards, of course.