Vol 5 Chapter 31.3 (2/2)
Berlusconi—the Milan Imperial Family’s last name. Berlusconi Silvio was the full name of the Milan Empire’s Emperor.
Xiang Luan nodded, saying, “Please rise, my Knight. I have heard everything you have said just now. I, on the behalf of Milan, acknowledge your strength and feel gratified. Now, as the Imperial Princess, I order that from now on, no one may leave Konya City unless under my command. All mages must unite under Ye Yin Zhu, including myself.”
Oliveira lifted his head in shock. “No, your Highness, how can this be? You’re actually here? In that case, I have even higher grounds to evacuate you. You must leave, even if it goes against your order. As a member of the Violet Clan, I must prioritize the safety of the royal family above all else.” How could he have imagined that the Imperial Princess would actually be a part of this campaign of Milan students?
The majority of those studying at the Milan Inst.i.tution for Magic and Martial Arts were children of n.o.bility, all of whom had concealed their ident.i.ty, the royal family even more so. Only with such measures would they not stand out among the ma.s.ses. This was a policy of the Milan Empire to restrict the royal family’s influence. Because of the open-mindedness of the royal family, the Milan Empire had become even stronger, allowing it to be the strongest national power on the Longinus continent.
Xiang Luan spoke, slight anger coloring her voice. “What? You dare to go against my order?”
Oliveira remained firm as he answered, “No. I do not dare. Milan law decrees, however, that princesses have no place in politics, especially not as a commander of an army. I apologize, your Highness, but I cannot accept your order.”
“You…” Xiang Luan obviously knew that Oliveira was doing this to protect her, but deep in her heart, she was completely convinced that Ye Yin Zhu could bring about a miracle once more. “Oliveira, according to the law, I am indeed incapable politically, but this is currently an extraordinary situation. Don’t tell me that you believe that our current defense army can withstand the Behemoth’s attack? Just now, in the mountains, I saw first-hand Ye Yin Zhu’s power and the resulting disastrous losses the beastmen suffered at his hand. He could do it once, so why can’t he do it a second time?”
Oliveira solemnly said, “His success in the mountain range was essential, but first and foremost, Konya City is on an open plain. Your Highness, we don’t have much time left. I will immediately arrange for people to guard your evacuation.”
“Oliveira, you really aren’t obeying my order.” Xiang Luan was furious. At this moment, her imposing aura intensified.
“Your Highness, I apologize. According to Imperial law, your command is invalid.”
“Then, what about my command?” A lazy voice echoed. Everyone’s gazes s.h.i.+fted towards the direction of the voice, only to see a tall figure clad in heavy armor. A heavy sword in hand, the warrior walked forward. It was very obvious that he was a Heavy Sword division student of Milan Inst.i.tution for Magic and Martial Arts. He took off his helmet, revealing his sun-kissed face to everyone.
Ye Yin Zhu said in surprise, “Fisich.e.l.la, you?” Just as the sound of his voice faded away, he stared at the emblem in Fisich.e.l.la’s hand, which had been pulled out from somewhere unknowingly. It was identical to Xiang Luan’s Milan Ruby Cross s.h.i.+eld Emblem.
“Yes! Idol, it’s me. Big sis, this brother came just in time.” Fisich.e.l.la still looked the same, a happy smile on his face. It looked like he didn’t know what worry was.
Oliveira’s eyes widened. He nearly collapsed unconscious on the ground as he thought to himself, Heavens! Why must you bully me?! The princess I can argue with, but why is the prince also here? It was common knowledge that the Milan Empire’s Emperor, Berlusconi Silvio, only had one son and one daughter.
Hai Yang bowed slightly and said, “Greetings, your Highness the Prince.”
Fisich.e.l.la chuckled and said, “Older Sister Hai Yang, you need not be formal with me. I’m afraid my big sis will beat me.”
Sura stood there blankly. On the contrary, Ye Yin Zhu didn’t have a large reaction. He had lived in the Desolate Jade Sea since infancy, so he didn’t have a very strong impression of n.o.bility. Princess? Prince? Weren’t they still people?
“Senior Xiang Luan, so you’re actually a princess! I also didn’t expect Fisich.e.l.la to be Senior Xiang Luan’s younger brother either. But, why don’t the two of you look alike?” Ye Yin Zhu inquisitively asked.
Fisich.e.l.la bitterly smiled. “We are half siblings! You didn’t say I’m uglier than my big sis, so I’m very glad. Senior Oliveira, according to Imperial law, as the Crown Prince of the Empire, I have the power to take control of, at most, a hundred thousand troops at any time and any place, unless my Imperial Father is present, right?”
Even though Oliveira didn’t want to admit it, he still nodded. Helpless, he replied, “Yes, your Highness.”
Fisich.e.l.la declared, “Alright. I now order you to listen to my big sis’ previous orders. Specifically, the ones you were fighting against.”
Oliveira’s heart sped up. So troublesome! If the princess and prince were to die here, the entire Violet Clan would not survive the responsibility! “Your Highness the Prince, this won’t do…”
Fisich.e.l.la intoned deeply, “Enough. Senior Oliveira, bear this in mind. The Berlusconi Family are not cowards. I believe my idol has the ability to ward off the enemy. If I shrink back when the time for battle approaches, then my people will be slaughtered by the beastmen. I absolutely refuse to watch this happen. If my older sister and I leave now, we will live the rest of our lives with this tremendous disgrace. We do not have any more time to waste at the moment. General, carry out your duty; execute the order. My older sister and I will undertake the responsibility. Even if we die here in this battle, I guarantee that no one will make things difficult for the Violet Clan. I will report this to the reinforcements via a magical communication device, making my intentions clear.”
Staring at Fisich.e.l.la and Xiang Luan’s determined gazes, Oliveira knew that it would be useless to argue further. Even if he wanted to use force, it would be impossible. With the Milan Ruby Cross s.h.i.+eld Emblem, the entire Dragon Cavalry would only comply with the royal family’s order.
“Affirmative. Yin Zhu, everything will be up to you. I will head out to the frontlines with the army to stall for you as much as possible. The beastmen will only be able to enter Konya City over my dead body.” After speaking these words, Oliveira sped off with haste. He must notify Maldini of the current situation immediately. Even if the walls of Sacred Heart City fell, military personnel would be sent to save Konya City!
Watching Oliveira depart, Fisich.e.l.la relaxed. Chuckling by Xiang Luan’s side, he remarked, “Big sis, what do you think? I did pretty well, didn’t I?”
Xiang Luan hummed. “Today you acted like a man. You’re not leaving? Do you think that just because you revealed your ident.i.ty, you don’t need to go to war? Don’t forget what you said just now.”
“Yes, your Highness.” Fisich.e.l.la abruptly stood at attention, saluting Xiang Luan as custom for the military. He immediately sped off as well.
Xiang Luan stared at his departing figure before giggling. “This boy! I didn’t expect that a little of Imperial Father’s brilliance would s.h.i.+ne through when facing this crisis. It appears that he will be a good emperor in the future.”
Ye Yin Zhu lightly sighed, saying, “Senior Xiang Luan—oh. I meant Princess Xiang Luan; I am somewhat regretful.”
Xiang Luan smiled slightly. “What are you regretful for? Could our ident.i.ties have diminished your will to fight?”
Ye Yin Zhu shook his head. He explained, “I had merely hoped to not involve everyone. Without the two of you helping, however, I wouldn’t be able to accomplish anything.”
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