Chapter 775 - Give Me a Reason (2/2)

Rhode puckered his brows and gazed at Amund dubiously. It was rather strange that Lydia had given him so much respect, but this wasn’t the reason that made him curious. He sharply detected the meaning behind Amund’s words—it would be best that Rhode headed to the Winter Castle while Lydia was willing to send the Battle Angel Army to support the fortress?

This was the question that he was most concerned about.

Why must it be me?

Rhode ignored the words of the Light Parliament and treated them as farts. In fact, if he were an ordinary overlord, he could send a team of soldiers to the front line and express to the Light Parliament that he was occupied with other matters. Even if the Light Parliament accused him of anything, he wouldn’t be hurt in any way.

But now, Lydia wished that he could head over personally and this meant that the problem was huge. What was so important that he had to head there personally?

“This was what happened.”

Amund lowered his voice.

“Her Royal Highness Lydia was aware of this news before making this decision. The news was that Her Majesty will be heading to the Winter Castle to boost morale and observe the battle. So…”

So this is why!

Rhode’s eyes glinted. He finally understood the reason now. There was only one person in the Light Mainland who was worthy to be called Her Majesty—the Light Dragon Soul Heir, Lilian.

Previously, Rhode couldn’t figure out the reason because he didn’t consider Lilian as one of the factors. In the game, Lilian’s presence was almost close to none, where she didn’t influence any situations at all and the players weren’t too interested in her. But now, it seemed that Rhode had changed the story. After the Dragon Soul Ceremony, Lilian slowly shaped into the ruler and heir that she should have been. Of course, she didn’t do a great job and some things were even done poorly. However, this was for the best that Rhode could change the future. More important, anything that Lilian did could be seen as a lethal blow to the Light Parliament. The Light Parliament would surely try all ways to stop Lilian from recovering her authority.

It was due to this reason that when he heard that Lilian was heading to the Winter Castle to boost morale of the soldiers, he instantly understood what Lydia had planned. Previously, it definitely wasn’t an ‘accident’ for him to meet Lilian in Casabianca. Judging from Lydia’s actions, it appeared that she looked favorably on their meeting and now, she even hinted to him to visit the Winter Castle. It was apparent that she wished that Rhode could influence Lilian even more. As the Archangel, Lydia couldn’t often leave her territory, so someone had to do it on her behalf.

However, Rhode didn’t expect that even though Lydia indeed had such an intention, the one who suggested that he headed into the Winter Castle was Lilian!

It was previously mentioned that Lilian was a kind, innocent child and the Light Parliament exploited this part of her. From the start, they stopped her from heading into the front line and naturally parted on bad terms. Then, the Light Parliament found another way. They agreed with Lilian, but at the same time raised a ‘suggestion’. It was imaginable how an innocent girl like Lilian would believe in the good guys joining forces in dealing with the evil enemies. Moreover, the Light Parliament somehow managed to learn about the relationship between Rhode and Lilian, which they purposely suggested to Lilian to invite Rhode into the alliance. This was great news for Lilian because she would be delighted to meet Rhode, which was why she agreed without any hesitation.

See? We’ve received the authorization from the Light Dragon and this is her seal of approval right here. What are you gonna do about it, Munn Kingdom? Hahaha. You called yourselves the loyal subjects of the Light Dragon, eh? Surely you won’t defy her, right?

This was also why the Light Parliament brazenly raised such a request.

As expected.

Rhode knitted his brows. The Light Parliament had indeed forgotten their past pains after their wounds were healed and dared to provoke him. Since Lilian agreed to their invitation for Rhode, it meant that Lilian wished to meet him. However, she was still the Light Dragon, after all. If the Light Parliament taunted Rhode on purpose in the Winter Castle, things would be in big trouble. Lilian definitely wouldn’t wish to see Rhode attacking the Light Parliament. If the Light Parliament manipulated her properly, they might even make Lilian dissatisfied with Lydia, which would surely influence the Munn Kingdom.

However, if Rhode submitted to the humiliation, the Light Parliament would definitely climb all over and vent their frustrations on him.

Their scheme is quite well-thought.

But…

Rhode revealed a gentle smile.

“I got it, Grand Mage Amund. I accept the invitation.”