Chapter 655 - Uninvited Guests (III) (1/2)

Chapter 655: Uninvited Guests (III)

What did these guys come from?

This questioned cropped up in John’s mind. He vigilantly stared at the soldiers who had surrounded him. He was sure that these soldiers weren’t disguised as bandits. They had strict discipline, were well-equipped, and also skillful. Moreover, their armor had the logo of the Country of Light. No matter how they looked, they were no doubt the soldiers of Country of Light.

But why are the people of Country of Light here? And they also got us surrounded?

“We’re the Cavalrymen of Grenbell’s overlord. Who exactly are you guys and why are you doing this?!”

John held down his inner wrath. Even though he held his men back from confronting these guys, he didn’t feel great being surrounded like criminals. But then again, this was because John hadn’t been Rhode’s subordinate for a long time. Besides, he had been living in the South and his hatred toward the Country of Light wasn’t as deep as the Northerners. Besides, after living in the South for so long, John had become rather timid against the Country of Light. He had no lack of smart brains, having been promoted to a commander in the Southern Legion. These powerful soldiers from the Country of Light came in aggressively and they appeared bold and confident with justice on their side. Just in case these soldiers were under a mission, John felt the need to restrain his troops from getting into a conflict with them.

If John knew about the clash between Rhode and the Country of Light, perhaps he wouldn’t have such thoughts.

The soldiers kept hush to John’s interrogation, which let John fuming. He was worried about the situation on Rhode’s side because he knew his team held a crucial role in this tactic. But now, he was held back by these soldiers. There were a few instances when he almost led his men to charge out of the encirclement. However, there were more enemies than they could handle and they would suffer grave injuries even if they managed to break the encirclement. Therefore, he swallowed his anger and hoped that they would give him a reasonable explanation. But these soldiers rudely disregarded him.

Suddenly, the soldiers made way for a man in heavy armor and an old Mage in red robe. John looked over hurriedly and sized them up. It was apparent that they were their commanders.

“Who are you guys exactly? Why are you surrounding us! You…”

John stepped forth grudgingly. The surrounding soldiers drew their swords out of the sheaths and stopped him from moving an inch farther. The man in heavy armor turned to the old Mage.

“Sir, what do you think we should do with them?”

“Hmm…”

The old Mage pondered in silence. He scanned the armor on John and his Cavalrymen before turning back to the other commander.

“Judging from their appearance, their armor does indeed look like they’re from the Country of Darkness…”

“Then, that confirms it! Drag them away!”

The man gestured to his soldiers instantly as though he heard the answer that he had anticipated. The soldiers pressed forward to John’s group, but the Cavalrymen weren’t willing to surrender just yet. They drew their weapons and resisted. John sulked and even though he had been tolerating them, these guys from Country of Light were too unreasonable, so he couldn’t tolerate any longer.

“I repeat. We’re the Cavalrymen of Grenbell’s overlord. What rights do you have to do this!”

“We’re the Investigation Guards of the Light Parliament.”

This time, the man lifted his chin arrogantly.

“We have an official document from the Light Parliament. Now, we suspect that you’re related to a serious terror attack. I request that you lay down your weapons and follow us. If not, we won’t hesitate to kill!

“Pah! What rights do you think you have… You bunch of bastards…”

John’s Cavalrymen chided while raising their swords. The man twitched his brows and gestured.

The soldiers from the Country of Light lifted their swords and pointed straight at John’s men. At the same time, a dozen Mages in white robe flew ahead from the back, aiming their staffs forward. John and his men trembled in fear.

“We, in the name of the Light Parliament, once again ask that you lay down your weapons and surrender immediately. If not, we will…”

“What will you do?”

An indifferent voice sounded from the back. John revealed a glad smile and turned around quickly. He spotted a tall, thin, dark figure strolling toward them.

“Sir Overlord!”

Rhode nodded to him. He narrowed his eyes and gazed at the crowd with an apathetic expression.