Chapter 230: Tears in Her Eyes

Chapter 230: Tears in Her Eyes

The Leforno Duchy of the Scarlet Empire will provide protection to everyone here for three months. Following that, our troops will withdraw from Nolan City, leaving it under the control of the Asiatic Cat Race. From then on, well no longer have any ties to this city. Are there any objections? Following her statement, Xun casually sat down with crossed legs, awaiting the trios response. The demeanor she projected made her seem like the owner of this castle.

Their mouths were agape, with utter disbelief written on their faces; A response just as one might have expected.

The law of the jungle was the game rule established by the Primordial God onto this world; A law which was both brutally realistic and derisive.

In the grand scheme of things, everything adhered to the survival of the fittest.

Those triumphant would have surmounted every hurdle in their way, while the vanquished were left with nothing, not even their bodies.

The biological creatures inhabiting this continent had witnessed this scenario play out innumerable times, albeit with differing scenarios.

None of them would bother to consider the thoughts of the losing side.

For matters that brought them no gain, politicians and conspirators would not even spare a single charitable thought.

Excuses like Since time immemorial and our ancestors property had always served as nothing more than thinly veiled excuses for war.

In a profit-driven world, nobody was virtuous.

In this case, having invested large amounts of financial resources to prepare their supplies and undertaking an exceptionally long journey to reach this place, the vampire army had actually offered to forfeit their gains to others and deploy a substantial military force to safeguard the area, all without recompense.

It was a thoroughly exhausting burden that yielded little to no reward for them.

How could such a benevolent thing truly exist in this world?

Your Excellency, were those words truly not said in jest? The red-goateed middle-aged mans eyes were wide open as he processed the massive information contained within her words. Realizing his lapse in manners, he coughed dryly twice.

I dont have such a dull and distasteful hobby. Xun raised her eyebrows.

Your Honorable Excellency, may I know what price we need to pay for such an arrangement? Nael asked after composing herself slightly.

After expending so much effort and patience, the goal they had coveted for so long was suddenly within their grasp, offered to them on a silver platter.

The sheer incredulity of the situation had driven her to instinctively speak up and ask that question.

Did I not express myself clearly? Xun pondered briefly as she assessed the trio below, who were each wearing their own peculiar expression.

Ive never made a habit of repeating my words. If everyone is skeptical towards my offer, feel free to express your disinterest in this city Thats perfectly fine with me as well.

No, thats not what we mean! Your generosity has left us truly awestruck. Were just momentarily incapable of expressing the gratitude bottled up in our heart. May I ask for your understanding in this regard.

Theres no need for thanks. Xuns eyelids lowered slightly. This Xun is merely carrying out the orders given to her. Whether its ceding the city or protecting it, those decisions were never mine to make.

With the calm and serene expression she had displayed during the entire interaction, Lil Sha moved a few steps forward and executed a subtle bow.

Your Excellency Xun, would you be so kind as to reveal to us the identity of this benevolent and kind-hearted superior, please? Lil Shas expression radiated with sincerity and devotion as she spoke with her palms pressed together.

Lil Shas attitude prompted Xun to cast a glance her way, a subtle trace of derision playing at the corner of her lips.

The crown princess of the direct line of vampire royalty, Bai Ji Lasombra from the Scarlet Blood Region.

Lil Sha quietly etched that name into her memory.

The Crown Princess of the vampire race The middle-aged man with a red goatee sucked in a mouthful of cold air.

The red-goateed man had never anticipated the Asiatic Cat would receive support from such a benefactor Gét latest novel chapters on nov(e)lbj/n(.)c/om

A mutual advantage could only arise in a scenario where both sides were on equal terms with each other.

Deep down, he was aware that the Asiatic Cat Race were not really qualified to engage in discussions about diplomacy and mutual aid while they were currently stateless and destitute.

For a struggling race like ourselves to receive assistance from someone more powerful and of higher status, could there be a conspiracy lurking under the surface, or

Shaking his head, the man with the red goatee reminded himself not to assume the worst of their benefactors intentions.

The crown princess has a kind heart. Sha will forever remember her for giving our race the chance of a new life. Lil Sha found it hard to control her heartfelt emotions.

With Nolan City as a base to establish themselves, the Asiatic Cat Race, who had previously been incapable of recovering from the disaster that had befallen them, had finally gotten the resources to make a resurgence.

That said, the armored knights were at a loss as to why their princess, who was supposed to be in the palace, had shown up in this place.

Creak. The thick and heavy wooden door slowly swung open. A maid emerged from the room with her head held low, carrying a tray of food that had not been touched in the slightest.

At that moment, the sentries collectively bowed their heads in a salute.

Lady Xun The untouched food on the tray served as a reminder of her failure, causing the young maid to feel a sense of shame. She couldnt bear to meet Xuns gaze as the latter approached them with measured steps.

Is Her Highness still refusing to eat? Xun had deduced the situation upon seeing the crimson liquid in the tableware and the neatly-arranged pastries on the meal tray.

Yes. The maid hung her head in embarrassment. Im truly inept. Despite my best attempts, I couldnt persuade the Princess to take even a sip of blood. I beseech Lady Xun to punish me.

How is the Princess doing right now?

She said she was tired and asked me to leave the room for the time being, so that she could take a short break.

You can leave first, Ill go inside to check on her.

Understood.

Accepting the meal tray from the maid, Xun pushed the door open and entered the room.

Despite being encircled by meticulously cut brick walls made out of stone, the dcor within was extremely minimalistic. Other than a large bed adorned with white linens, there was only a small wardrobe and a small dining table with a chair.

The sunlight streaming through the silver tulle curtains bathed the pristine floor tiles in a bright radiance.

The scent in the room was akin to the blue roses that only opened at night; Fresh, simple, and elegantly captivating. It held an enchanting quality that was not ostentatious, while offering a rich complexity without overwhelming the senses.

At that moment, the bedding lay in disarray, with strands of silver hair resembling fine silk handiwork scattered across the pristine white sheets.

The parts of her body, protruding from the tightly-wrapped blanket, revealed a physique developed to the level of a young girl.

Closing the door behind her, Xun approached the table in a gentle manner. Placing the tray on its round surface, she took a seat on the side of the bed beside the cabinet.

Strands of golden light from outside the window painted the bed with their glow, illuminating the silver hair and causing it to gleam with brilliance.

Xun remained seated in silence, as if awaiting something.

Your Highness, it has already been days since you last had a meal.

The clump of silver hair seemed to show a slight movement, yet the bed lay motionless and silent as if its occupant was lost in deep sleep, oblivious to her words.

Youve fallen asleep, havent you.

There was no response.

Your Highness, if I may venture a guess, youre not asleep, correct?

Even so, there was still no response.

Her Highness Sha had just been here.

The bed and the blanket stirred momentarily before quickly settling back into stillness, as if nothing had happened.

Your Highness? Xun approached the figure wrapped in a blanket and asked gently.

However, all she could see was the slightly shivering figure tightly huddled within it.

Please forgive me for what Im about to do next. Xun gracefully lowered herself to one knee.

Her action afterward would put her under great suspicion of showing great disrespect to the royal family.

Swoosh The blanket was lifted in one fluid motion.

Xun had already braced herself for whatever punishment the other person might deliver.

However

The figure seemed completely unaware that the blanket covering her head had been lifted aside by someone.

Beneath, a girl with silver hair sat on the bed with her legs crossed, her pale slender hands cupping her forehead. Her eyes, clouded with weariness and desolation, hinted at the tears she was fighting to hold back.