The Lord of Taibai Water

Gu Shanhai witnessed this great world of numerous heavens and discarded his third life. 
The gods of the human realm forged an eternal utopia with blood and fire. 
The King of the Red Dragon led his knights, patrolling the never-setting empire. 
The scholar, with a smile and a sword stroke, depicted thousands of miles of rivers and mountains, while monsters opened their eyes and stretched forth claws, giving birth to all manners of demons.
...
'Everyone here is a player; you can't call me abnormal just because I haven't been digitized, right?'

I Don't Agree to the Terms

"Mr. Shanhai, you're too modest. His Majesty has already declared that you are the supreme commander this time, and upon your return, you will be a Duke as well," Lan Siter complimented. He never underestimated this Marquis who had renounced his own fief. In terms of status, the other party was much higher in Atilis's eyes than himself, a Duke who had faced death in service.


Lan Siter was also aware of Gu Shanhai's numerous contributions and accomplishments, so he harbored no thoughts of why his own title was higher but his status lower.


"The command should still be yours, Lan Siter. As His Majesty's most capable Knight, you are stronger in this regard than I am. Otherwise, why would His Majesty have arranged for you to come?" Gu Shanhai spoke frankly, "Just don't interfere with my research once we reach the Holy Grail."


Chapter 123: The Holy Grail Quest, The Knight from the Wilderness_2