Chapter 1066 - Temporary Silence (1/2)

Siena gazed at Nalea helplessly. Even though her big sister was smiling, there was a noticeable worry in her eyes. Siena had a bad hunch when she realized the clash between both sides back then. But after speaking to Rhode, she noticed this emotion becoming much stronger. It was apparent that Rhode grasped the traits of the Creator Dragons—they were too powerful as high-end forces. It was especially so after one reached the caliber of the Creator Dragons, where not even millions of troops would be effective against them. In the end, it would still be a clash between the Creator Dragons. But this didn’t fit the mutual understanding and agreement between them. Although they once fought in the Creation War, that was more like a ‘game’ to fight over territories, while the soldiers were more like pieces occupying areas in a game of chess. That was a mutual understanding and also the rules of the game.

But Rhode was entirely different. He wasn’t interested in such games. All in all, as long as one attacked him, he would flip over the chessboard and punch one without hesitation. But this way, it would shake Order in the entire continent, which the twin dragons were worried about. Fortunately, the news from Nalea was considered relatively peaceful. The Dark Dragon wasn’t that furious to immediately send out armies into the Void Territory. If that happened, Rhode would welcome his troops with his magic warships when they reached his border and directly attack the capital of darkness. If that happened, the twin dragons could only helplessly see who would become the final victor. But losing one of the Creator Dragons wasn’t in their interest. But now…

“Big Sister, why didn’t you discuss it with me beforehand?”

“Huh? I remember talking to you about it, Siena?”

Nalea stuffed a cookie into her mouth while blinking in surprise at Siena.

“Ensure the stability of the continent at all costs; isn’t that what we agreed?”

“… So that is why you told His Majesty Ion that we may stand on the Void Territory’s side?”

Siena held her forehead and let out a helpless sigh. She was starting to wonder if it was a smart idea to let Nalea speak to the Dark Dragon. On the contrary, Nalea seemed satisfied with her work as she blinked her large eyes and lifted her head proudly.

“Huh? But isn’t that good? You see, Siena, Little Ion has no intention of sending out his armies now, isn’t it?”

Of course he isn’t…

Siena was speechless upon hearing her big sister’s reply. If Nalea told Ion that the Country of Law might support the Void Territory, the Country of Darkness would be facing four Creator Dragons at once, which was something that Ion dreaded. If he chose to risk such circumstances, it would simply be a foolish and crazy decision. But this didn’t assure Siena. Instead, it made her even more worried. Ion had an unyielding personality. In this case, perhaps he might stand back for now, but they knew he definitely wouldn’t be able to accept this humiliation. If this continued, no one knew what would happen exactly. After all, apart from the Void Dragon, the Light Dragon had also regained her strength. In this situation, even the Dark Dragon might have a hard time facing the combined attacks of the Void Dragon and Light Dragon. Based on Siena’s understanding of Rhode, she knew that he wasn’t one who swore by a fair fight.

As a matter of act, Siena’s worries weren’t unreasonable.

“Hmph!”

Ion slammed the table with an ashen complexion. He glared ahead grimly. Even though he didn’t express that he would be attacking the Void Territory in front of Nalea, this was the first time he felt so frustrated. He had never met such a situation before; Ashvril died in battle while Balende suffered grave injuries. This punishment and painful mistake was a first for him and even made him forget about cleaning up the mess with the vampires. As of now, he was most focused on the sense of failure growing deep inside him now.

He had a similar experience in the past when he was obstructed during his invasion to the Munn Kingdom. He had a vague feeling of anxiousness back then. But he didn’t take it to heart and had even thought that it was just an accident. However, this time, he was unable to restrain his anger to this setback. The continuous failures left a deep impression of the Void Dragon in his head. Not only was the Void Dragon powerful enough to go against him, but he was also courageous enough. But… Ion didn’t believe that the Void Dragon was capable of defeating him.

This happened because I underestimated him.

Ion calmed himself down, reflected on his shortcomings, and came to this conclusion. Erin did report to him about the existing forces of the Void Territory earlier on, but he didn’t take her words to heart. It seemed like he was indeed negligent.

“Big Brother?”

Upon hearing the familiar voice, Ion lifted his head, gazed at his younger sister, and gestured. Upon seeing his hand gesture, Erin bowed respectfully before taking a seat opposite him. Facing his younger sister, Ion remained in silence for a few moments, before eventually speaking.

“I’m sure you’re aware of the current situation.”

“Yes, Big Brother.” Erin responded, nodding in affirmation. But she couldn’t understand why Ion asked her this question. On the other hand, Ion also didn’t seem to have the intention to explain further. He simply looked at her and continued saying: “So then, what are your thoughts?”