Chapter 478 - 427 : Cowards (1/2)
On top of a lonely mountain peak, a middle-aged man descended from the sky, landing a distance away from a black-haired girl who was crazily swinging her sword around. This girl was Jian Si, soon-to-be the leader of the Mountain Ba Sword sect.
As for the man, he was the current Patriarch and he was the only one who was on good terms with Cold Sword.
”Jian Si, get ready, the king summoned us both.”
His tone was light and friendly, he didn't behave like a Patriarch but more like a friend. Jian Si heard him but kept swinging the sword, not bothering to give a reply.
After a few minutes of watching her repeat the same thing, the man sighed and said:
”Look, I know you hate the royal family but the current king is different and his unexpected summon is worrying me.”
”Hmpf! If he needs to talk to us, why doesn't he personally come? We're not his subjects!”
None of the sects and clans of Green-Leaf world are publicly obeying the royal family, however, many were brought under Isadore's wing after he promised them many benefits. The Mountain Ba Sword was one of the exceptions as not only was it strong enough to stand on its own, it is situated outside of the capital so the king's influence can't reach it that easily.
”We're not obligated to go but it seems to be an important matter.”
The man paused for a second before adding:
”Wrath was sent here to personally escort us.”
The red sword in the girl's hand came to a sudden halt, she turned her head toward the man and staring at him for some time before sheathing her sword.
The two didn't linger there any longer, they went to the sect's entrance where Wrath was patiently waiting. After a brief greeting between the sect master and Isadore's personal guard, both the Patriarch and the disciple were led to the royal castle at the center of the capital.
The King, Isadore Marfront, was waiting for them in a spacious courtyard. He was leisurely sipping some tea while throwing a couple of curious glance at the mysterious girl brought by the Nameless Knight.
Before Leiu left, he entrusted the girl to Isadore, saying that he has to protect her until the time comes. Though, from what Wrath said, the girl doesn't need protecting as she's extremely strong and has awakened the bloodline of Fenrir. Her identity is still unknown to the King but he didn't dare directly ask her anything or try to investigate her background. The last thing he wants is provoking Leiu as it'll bring doom to all of Green-Leaf.
”I see that you have arrived on time, please have a seat.”
Isadore motioned for the two guests to sit but Jian Si kept looking at him with an unfriendly expression. She didn't seem too interested in coming here and her attention soon shifted to Saly, who was quietly meditating.
”Please excuse my sudden summon but the matter is rather urgent.”
The King seemed to be talking to Jian Si rather than the Patriarch, who was confused. After a slight pause, Isadore continued:
”I believe we have a mutual acquaintance.”
Though her attention was focused on Saly, Jian Si still heard the young King but gave no reply.
”Arthur MoonStar.”
Only when he uttered that name did Cold Sword have a reaction. Though she tried to hide it, her minuscule change in her expression was noticed by the keen-eyed Isadore.
The Patriarch was oblivious to the relationship between Jian Si and Arthur hence his confused expression. He chose to maintain his silence and listen to what the King has to say.
”I don't know your exact relationship with him which is why I summoned you here. I also summoned Patriarch Buera because whatever will happen will affect your sect.”
Isadore took another sip from his tea before he crossed his arms and started explaining:
”As you know, Arthur has a wife, which you also met. She's the daughter of the Matriarch of the White Specter Clan and not long ago, she was forcefully brought back to her clan… which is something Arthur did not and will not tolerate.”
It was the first time Jian Si heard about this so she was really surprised. She never thought that her teacher's wife, that overbearing silver-haired woman actually belonged to the White Specter Clan. Even without hearing everything, Cold Sword could kind of guess what Arthur will do.
She didn't have that many interactions with him but he sure was a vengeful and stubborn person. Someone who will use any means to achieve what he wants. Back when she wanted to kill him inside the Kang's family ancient tomb, he managed to shift the situation to his favor and successfully escape with his life.
Furthermore, each time they meet, his strength seems to have dramatically increased. Everything about him was strange, from his mysterious dark powers or his ruthless sword skills. The skill he imparted her last time had become her ultimate trump card, something that could even kill Sovereigns.
Noticing that the girl was no longer feigning the fact that she didn't know Arthur, Isadore smiled and resumed talking:
”Arthur has already declared war to the White Specter Clan and will soon attack.”
Feeling overwhelmed by all the new information he was hearing, Buera, asked:
”He declared war on them? Does he have some sort of a special background?”
Isadore shook his head and replied:
”Not at all, he originates from a low-Realm.”
”Then isn't his declaration of war merely a joke? How can he expect to attack the White Specter if he has no one to help him? We're not talking about a normal sect but one of the top ten in the Cloud Sea Universe.”
”Well… soon, you'll see how and with what he plans to attack. Plus, I didn't summon you here to discuss that but another matter.”
”What do you want?”-Jian Si
”Hahahaha It's not what I want but what you can do.”
For the first time since they came, Isadore switched his gaze from Jian Si to the Patriarch.