Orion overheard the intense conversation between the two, and his face twisted with unease as the implications began to sink in. Although he had no knowledge of what the War Medallion truly was, he could tell it was something significant—significant enough to make even the mighty Sword Sage hesitate.
'Damn! What is this thing?' he wondered, glancing at Kane from time to time. The possibility that Kane might abandon his protection left Orion deeply unsettled. If that happened, he knew he'd have to resort to his last defenses, something he was desperate to avoid for as long as possible.
Sweat began to trickle down his face as he sensed the atmosphere in the hall suddenly grow more tense. Everyone's attention was fixed on Kane, just like his own, and he noticed that nervous expressions were plastered on their faces. Although he didn't fully grasp the reason behind their anxiety, he could tell it had something to do with the War Medallion.
At the center of it all, Kane seemed to be lost in thought, while Luna waited for his response with a mix of impatience and dread.
In the end, everything hinged on Kane's decision—a decision that could spark a war between the three domains, a conflict that might doom humanity in the looming war against other races in five years. Alternatively, nothing would change if Kane chose not to interfere.
The uncertainty was unbearable, and as time passed, the tension in the hall only thickened.
The wait was abruptly broken by a chuckle that echoed through the silent hall of Emperor Heaven Palace.
"Heh."
The sound came from Kane, and the sight of him laughing only heightened the nervous tension in the room. Faces darkened, especially Luna's, as she stared at Kane with growing frustration.
"What's so funny? Have you decided or not?" she demanded, her voice sharp.
Kane's laughter continued, and the seriousness that had been etched on his face vanished, replaced by his usual playful smile.
"What are you laughing at?" Luna raged, her patience fraying.
Kane shrugged nonchalantly. "Let's do what you say," he replied in a relaxed tone.
But it would be different for them—the primary powers of the three domains.
They would be the ones thrust into the heart of the battlefield, leading their armies into the bloodshed. Their lives would be the first to be sacrificed, their people the first to fall, all because of one man's reckless words.
The weight of this reality pressed down on them, making the potential consequences of such a conflict all the more terrifying.
"Sword Sage, please reconsider your decision."
"Eldest Prince, does the life of one kid that valuable to you that you are willing to sacrifice the life of so many?"
"Sword Sage, your own home—your own Magus Kingdom would also be swept into the war and many people would die. So, please don't make any rash decisions."
"Sword Sage, why are you so heartless?"
Many guests in the hall, regardless of whether they hailed from the Magus Kingdom or other domains, began to voice their concerns, urgently suggesting that Kane reconsider his decision.
The tension in the room escalated as more and more people stepped forward, each trying to persuade him to abandon his dangerous course of action. Some spoke with pleading tones, others with a hint of desperation, while a few even tried to appeal to his sense of reason and responsibility.
It was clear that the fear of the impending disaster had united them, as they all understood the catastrophic consequences that Kane's decision could unleash.
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