They did not understand true agricultural knowledge.
But this Lord said he could cover their expenses this year; I wonder if it's true!
The townspeople's thoughts varied.
However, they still had to obey Edward's commands.
While the townspeople were observing a family's fields, Edward had already ridden his horse to the edge of Rose Town.
He carefully examined every part of Rose Town; it was indeed very barren and backward.
But none of that mattered; he was a transmigrator, and with the system's help, he was confident he could change this place.
"My Lord, what did you mean by the blessing of the gods just now? Also, I see those roses are almost withered, and you said you would cover all of Rose Town's expenses—that's a huge sum of money!"
Marco was a bit confused by Edward's actions; could he be a fool?
Edward smiled slightly, his golden hair shimmering in the sunlight.
The young man's deep blue eyes were filled with confidence and pride, completely different from the pale, dejected youth who sat in the carriage yesterday.
It was as if he had been reborn.
Marco was drawn in by Edward's confidence. Edward, on his horse, looked at the vast blue sea in the distance.
"Marco, do you believe in miracles?"
Edward's clear voice carried a hint of pride.
"Miracles?"
Marco shook his head: "As a knight, I only believe in the sword in my hand and the knight's code I uphold!"
Edward nodded at his words. He looked at Marco: "Very good, you are an excellent knight, but from today onwards, you can believe in me. I can create miracles!"
"Ding! Congratulations to the host for completing the mission, gaining one hundred experience points, and obtaining one Rose Natural Spirit!"
A familiar notification sounded in Edward's mind.
Soon, a familiar voice rushed over from Rose Town.
"Lord! Lord!"
"Oh my goodness, unbelievable, unbelievable, it's simply a miracle, a miracle!"
"No, it's a divine miracle, a blessing from the gods! It's the Lord's arrival that made the gods begin to watch over this poor and suffering land!"
Old Toke rushed excitedly to Edward, only to be stopped by several elite warriors.
He was breathing heavily, sweat beading on his forehead from the intense exertion.
He knelt on the ground and said reverently to Edward: "Lord! Just as you said, this is a blessing from the gods!"
Old Toke said excitedly.
"Alright, Old Toke, I already know. Tell me, where is my Natural Spirit?!"
Edward said with a smile.
What?!
Marco's face was startled. A Natural Spirit?!
"In Quel's field!"
Old Toke said excitedly: "None of us dared to go forward. Please, My Lord, go there. This is a gift from the gods to you!"
Marco's face changed from shock to ecstasy, and his gaze towards Edward instantly transformed.
"Miracles?!"
Marco was deeply shocked, remembering what Edwardhad just said to him.
He can create miracles!
Heavens, by the Seven Gods above, can he really create miracles?!
Marco looked at the young man's face before him, his heart filled with complex emotions.
But no matter what, he was excited and thrilled.
He was already Edward's guardian knight; his life was now tied to Edward's.
The better Edward's territory developed, the better his own future would be.
"What is going on?!"
Marco asked Edward, still astonished.
Edward smiled: "Marco, don't be surprised, because this is just the beginning. Even if I didn't get the support of a Natural Spirit in the Thorn Flower Family, I, Edward, can still get everything I want!"
Edward's words startled Marco. He looked at Edwardand saw confidence and burning ambition in his eyes.
He had only seen such a gaze in the eyes of the Thorn Flower Earl.
"Let's go, come with me to see my first Natural Spirit."
Edward smiled, had Old Toke lead the way, and the group headed towards the Rose Natural Spirit's location.
Soon, he crossed a piece of land and saw a rose field surrounded by layers of townspeople.
"The Lord is here!"
"It's the Lord! Such a young Lord!"
"Is this the messenger of the gods? This beautiful Natural Spirit must have appeared because of the Lord."
"Exactly! The Lord only arrived yesterday, and last night, the roses in the rose field began to wither. Today, the Lord said that the gods would bestow a blessing, and a Natural Spirit immediately appeared!"
Someone shouted loudly, their eyes filled with fanaticism and reverence when they looked at Edward.
Many people had already submitted directly to Edward; they had been captivated by Edward's divine blessing.
"My Lord, please look, that beautiful and noble creature!"
Old Toke said to Edward, pointing to the center of the crowd.
Inside a rose emitting a faint red glow, a delicate and lovely little person was sitting in the pistil.
She was smaller than a human finger, with a tiny body and a pair of almost transparent wings on her back.
Beautiful, noble, lovely!
In an instant, countless adjectives flashed through Edward's mind, but it seemed none could fully describe the adorable little creature before him.
"Emi!"
The little creature had been watching everyone around her very warily, but the moment she saw Edward, the Natural Spirit immediately let out a clear, melodious sound.
When she saw Edward, a hint of excitement and joy flashed in her eyes.
Clearly, she felt completely different towards Edward.
"Oh! It truly is a blessing from the gods to the Lord! Look at this beautiful little creature; she is so beautiful, she is simply the most perfect creature in this world."
Old Toke exclaimed.
Edward smiled, and under everyone's gaze, he dismounted and walked towards this Rose Natural Spirit.
"Little one, from today onwards, you are my first Natural Spirit. I will give you a name; from now on, you shall be called Emi."
Edward extended his hand to the Natural Spirit Emi.
This Natural Spirit flew directly to Edward without hesitation, landing in his palm.
After all, she was a Natural Spirit created by the system, so she naturally had a certain fondness for Edward.
Edward smeared his blood on the Rose Natural Spirit's body, and soon, he formed a more intimate connection with the Natural Spirit.
Master recognition successful!
"My people, my name is Edward, Edward Thorn Flower, the second son of the Thorn Flower Family, and your new Lord here!"
"From today onwards, I will lead you towards prosperity!"
Edward's words instantly ignited the deep desires of everyone around him.
They had not originally recognized Edward as their new Lord.
But they had witnessed the miracle Edward displayed—no, to them, it was a divine miracle!
Coupled with Edward's confidence, he successfully won over everyone present.
Here were most of the residents of Rose Town, a good four to five hundred people.
They were already wholeheartedly convinced by Edward. As for the others, Edward believed they would soon fully submit.
The first step to being a Lord is to completely win over the people's hearts!
Looking at the respectful gazes everyone around him gave him, Edward knew his goal had been achieved.
Edward nodded contentedly, then left two elite warriors to guard the rose that had given birth to the Natural Spirit.
He, meanwhile, took the Natural Spirit Emi and returned to his castle.
Emi didn't need to do anything specific; she only needed to use her innate talent to concentrate the nutrients and power from the earth, which would be enough to revitalize all the roses in Rose Town.
Her appearance signified that from today onwards, the quality of all roses in Rose Town would improve significantly!
And most importantly, the appearance of the Natural Spirit would mean that Rose Town could cultivate magical plants.
Magical plants were truly expensive items; their appearance was enough to change the lives of all the town's residents.
It was also enough to change Rose Town's status within the entire Earl Territory!
Along the way, Emi seemed very lively. She curiously looked at the entire world and also liked to perch on Edward's shoulder and caress his face.
Edward was also very fond of Emi's closeness.
When he brought Emi into the castle, the entire castle erupted.
Edward, Sparrow, and all the male and female servants gathered around, their gazes fixed on Emi on Edward's shoulder.
Everyone showed shocked and ecstatic expressions.