Chapter 144:

Chapter 144:

Chapter 144

“Baron Penin has captured the capital of the Kingdom of Droughton?”

“How is that?”

When the Houston Kingdom Army first heard the news, they all reacted in disbelief.

Suddenly, the enemy’s capital was captured?

Because it was so absurd.

‘Even if Baron Penin is a genius strategist, that’s nonsense.’

‘Yeah. Maybe the rumor got spread wrong.’

However, when a spy who had infiltrated the Kingdom of Droughton discovered that the rumor was true, the barracks were turned upside down.

“It’s true! They say that Baron Penin really took over the enemy capital!”

“Oh, how? Did I mishear something?”

It was the third prince, Lemarton.

He, who had caused the great defeat, had become the world’s greatest criminal and was thrown into a corner of the barracks without being able to say a word, so Raymond’s achievement was shocking.

“That, that... doesn’t make sense! How can he invade the enemy’s capital alone?”

Lemarton was so shocked that he started talking nonsense.

Then, under King Oden’s sharp gaze, he stuttered and spoke.

“W-It must be some kind of false rumor. There’s no way something like that could be possible... ... .”

“Shut your mouth.”

“... ... !”

“You caused an irreversible defeat with your wrong judgment, and now you are showing jealousy towards someone who has achieved great things.”

It was a truly angry voice.

Lemarton’’s face turned pale.

King Oden looked around and said.

“I was planning to punish you later when the situation stabilized, but I will do it now. I will hold you responsible for the defeat and strip you of all your official positions. In addition, I will ban you from appearing in public until further notice so that you may reflect on your actions.”

“...!”

His intestines were filled with shock.

Lemarton was currently holding several public positions. He was ordered to relinquish all of them and to cease making public appearances.

It was an incredibly humiliating punishment for royalty, and one that was also fighting for the throne.

“Your Majesty.”

“That’s too much... ... .”

Those who followed Lemarton came forward in distress.

but,

“Too much?”

“....”

“Do you really think it’s too much?”

Everyone kept their mouths shut.

Rather, it was an extremely lenient punishment.

This time, the mistake that Lemarton made was so bad that it would be worth getting his head cut off.

Indeed, if Lemarton had not been a prince, or rather, if his biological mother had not been a member of the Marquis of Terne, a high lord in the western part of the kingdom, it might have been so.

“Go away.”

Lemarton disappeared with a blank look on his face.

People clicked their tongues at his back like that.

‘Oh. This incident will greatly affect His Highness Lemarton.’

Of course, this won’t mean that Lemarton will be completely eliminated from the line of succession to the throne this time.

It was because of Lemarton’s supporters.

Most of them were related to his biological mother’s family, the Marquis of Terne, and they would not withdraw their support for Lemarton despite this blunder.

So, there was still a chance, but it was clear that this mistake would greatly weaken Lemarton’’s position.

Anyway, there was something more important than that right now.

King Oden spoke to the messenger who brought the news.

“Please explain in detail what happened.”

“Yes, Your Majesty! Baron Penin went to the Winter Palace first... ... .”

The moment when the spy explains Baron Penin’s whereabouts.

The command barracks were plunged into shock.

It was truly unbelievable, a miracle.

“Wow, that’s amazing... ... .”

“To be able to do such things.”

The noble knights and nobles alike were astonished and amazed.

Because he had done such a great job.

In this situation, all he could do was hope that Raymond would somehow work a miracle.

For a moment, King Oden felt a sense of mischief.

Oden has completely ignored Raymond so far, not doing anything for him.

But on the other hand, Raymond has helped Oden a lot. Even this time, he is leaning on Raymond’s shoulders.

He must have been the worst father ever.

So Raymond ended up fighting against 15,000 troops led by the famous general Durak.

It was the final battle that would decide the outcome of the war.

* * *

‘What! Why is the Marquis of Durak attacking?’

Raymond screamed.

‘Wasn’t that guy a loyalist to the Kingdom of Droughton?’

Raymond wasn’t worried about Durak in the first place.

Because he was a famous loyal subject.

He thought he’d come running and kneel down right away, but he is attacking me?

‘Why on earth? What’s the reason? Did he fall for Archduke Berard?’

Raymond bit his lip.

‘Ugh. What should we do? We can’t defend with our current forces.’

After the declaration of treason, troops were being gathered, but they were still far from sufficient.

To make matters worse, the warriors of the Lan tribe had returned to their tribe.

This is because suspicious movements have been detected in the enemy tribes. Most of them are taking advantage of the moment when warriors are outside.

The Lan warriors had no choice but to return in a hurry.

Macapell III’s complexion also turned pale.

“Is there no way, Baron Penin?”

He was now absolutely dependent on Raymond.

Raymond bit his lip.

“I think we should try to persuade them first.”

‘The Marquis of Durak was the most loyal subject of the kingdom, so if we talk nicely, we might be able to persuade him.’

Although hd sent the messenger with that intention, the result was disappointing.

It was rejected!

“Why on earth?”

Macapell III was shocked and fell silent.

“Something is strange. The Marquis Durak was a loyalist who opposed Berard until the end, so why is he turning his sword against me?”

Raymond also felt puzzled.

‘I don’t think he’s a great person who would be tempted by money or fame. Why on earth?’

At that time, the messenger who had visited the Marquis de Durak spoke cautiously.

“Actually, the Marquis Durak has something to tell His Majesty.”

“What is it?”

“I am truly sorry. I cannot do anything about it, so I will atone for this sin later, even if it means taking my own life.”

“...!”

Raymond looked even more incomprehensible.

‘What on earth does he mean? He can’t do anything about it?’

Then Christine said,

“Isn’t there some reason he can’t go against Berard’s words?”

“That seems to be the case. But what on earth is the situation...?”

At that moment, a message came to mind.

[A quest occurs!]

[Turn back the loyal servants who have fallen into the path of evil!]

(Humanity Quest)

Precedence: Chinese medicine level

Difficulty: Medium

Quest Description: The loyalist of the kingdom has fallen into the path of evil for some unknown reason. Use your abilities to save the loyalist from the path of evil!

Clear Condition: Loyalty’s Repentance

Clear Reward: Bonus Level Up, 40 Skill Points

Perks: Loyalist’s Favor, War Checkmate

‘What do you mean by this? Are you telling me to become an all-purpose counselor?’

Raymond sighed.

It was another difficult quest, but he had no choice.

‘Fighting the Marquis Durak’s army right now is like throwing eggs at a rock. We have to find another way.’