ca-book Chapter 2391: A New Ally
Chapter 2391: A New Ally
Chapter 2391: A New Ally
"I look forward to this alliance, Emperor Rael," said an elderly man garbed in an ostentatious aristocratic robe and wearing a crown. "I look forward with great anticipation to the mutual prosperity of the nation of Selizantar and the Kandrian Empire for many years to come. May the great Almighty bless both our lands and our people."
Opposite to him was a projection of a smiling Emperor Rael.
"I share your sentiment, King Aramon. I, too, believe in the immense potential of this powerful and far-reaching alliance. I am certain that the future for both our nations is bright."
On the table were two stacks of sheets-copies of the treaty between both nations, each bearing the signatures of the two rulers. One for the Kandrian Empire and one for its most recent ally, the Selizantar Kingdom, a Sage-level nation and highly coveted agricultural powerhouse.
"And now that we have formally entered into an arrangement with the Kandrian Empire..." King Aramon began with a pointed tone. "I presume that we can expect reinforcements very soon? Our treaty specifies a certain brief timeframe after the signing of the contract within which they need to be here to protect our nation from the wrath of the enemy alliance." Emperor Rael smiled. "They have just arrived, according to my reports. Three Martial Sages and twenty-five Martial Masters, including the one and only Harbinger, one of the most powerful Masters that the Kandrian Empire possesses."
"Hohoho, to think that you sent them ahead of time to arrive at Selizantar just in time for the formal signing of our treaties." King Aramon laughed with relief. "Your diligence is reassuring."
"Rest assured that the nation of Selizantar is in good protection," Emperor Rael informed him. "Once the war is over, we will begin the roll-out of all our promises and commitments, as the contract specifies. As much as I'd love to do it amidst the war, doing so would actually cause a deprivation of resources that could lead to our defeat. Thus, I hope you understand and will be patient."
Specifically, Rui wouldn't be able to participate in the war if he had to run around East Panama, nation after nation, triggering breakthroughs. It also opened him up to attacks en route.
Thus, the fulfillment of the promise of breakthroughs was something that had to wait.
"It is our obligation and duty, Your Majesty." The Flickering Elder smiled adorably. "We will work hard to protect this beautiful nation of yours."
King Aramon was momentarily taken aback by the sight of the small girl who stood between two other Sages.
She couldn't be more than eight years old.
Yet, he could sense a power that could belong to a Martial Sage.
This was the famed Flickering Elder, the co-leader and co-founder of the Lightning Sect. Beside her was a lethargic man who looked like he wanted nothing more than to catch some sleep and a drunk woman who reeked of alcohol.
He was not exactly sure what to make of these... interesting Sages.
Behind them were twenty-five more conventional Martial Masters, led by a short-haired woman with a devious smile and a dark heart.
The Harbinger.
The sight of her reassured King Aramon.
The Sage-level battles were not absolutely deadly serious. The enemy Sages mostly focused on drawing the defending Sages away from the home nation. Of course, they also fought to kill them after they were drawn away, but the main goal was to draw them away. It was the Masters who would actually protect the borders of the nation from the enemy Masters that tried to sneak in.
Thus, the presence of one of the strongest Masters in all of East Panama meant that his nation was certainly safe.