Chapter 118: Gwen’s Pursuit of Her Husband

Chapter 118: Gwen’s Pursuit of Her Husband

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Bright red wanted posters plastered every street and alley throughout the Northern Territory.

The portrait on these bounty notices was none other than Viktor!

Many of these wanted posters fluttered in the air, swirling amidst the heavy snowfall.

The reason for Viktor's pursuit? He had assaulted the Great Knight guarding the North, Earl Angus.

Rumors spread like wildfire among the common folk, claiming that Viktor had beaten Angus into a vegetative state, with no signs of recovery even after a full day.

The news that the Delin family heir had been severely injured and remained comatose had caused an uproar throughout the entire Northern Frontier.

From the Northern gentry down to the commoners, everyone was abuzz with this information.

Spies swiftly carried the news to the royal capital, and within half a day, it had spread throughout the entire city.

The ministers, naturally, paid extra attention to this matter, for it was indeed an extraordinary situation.

Viktor fighting Earl Angus wasn't the main issue. The problem lay in the aftermath of the battle.

Viktor had actually defeated Earl Angus.

Of course, winning wasn't the real problem either.

The issue was that he had beaten Angus to the point of losing his senses!

Even that could be considered a minor matter.

But Angus was Viktor's father-in-law!

This... this was beyond comprehension.

When the news reached the royal family, even Emperor Aubrey furrowed his brow slightly.

He hadn't encountered such a troublesome situation in his decades on the throne.

Aubrey waved his hand dismissively and asked:

"Is Gwen aware of this?"

"Knight Commander Gwen is already en route, Your Majesty," a minister quickly responded.

After these words, the entire court fell into a prolonged silence.

Indeed, Viktor had gone too far in this matter.

Normally, nobles who already held grudges against Viktor would seize this opportunity to criticize him and pick at his faults.

However, the problem was...

Viktor was currently at the height of his popularity and deeply favored by the emperor.

Little did they know that the Kravina family had caused a commotion in the palace three times, and this old emperor had merely watched the events unfold with a smile, never intervening.

He didn't even protect his own son and nephew.

Moreover, Viktor had recently proposed a concept called 'instances,' which had garnered the emperor's full support and expectations.

So in this matter, even if Viktor was truly in the wrong,

No one dared to speak out against him.

Emperor Aubrey's fingers, adorned with a heavy ruby ring, tapped on the throne as he let out a deep sigh.

"Angus leads the Northern knights and is responsible for guarding the North."

"If he truly is in a state of confusion, then his title can only be inherited by his successor."

At this point, the others fell silent once again.

Successor?

Angus's heir was about to become disabled. Could he still inherit Angus's position?

So who could ultimately inherit the Delin family?

Angus had three children, among whom Kevla was well-known to many.

As a politician, she wasn't a knight and certainly couldn't lead those Northern knights.

Who was the only person qualified to inherit the Delin family?

Everyone unanimously thought of one name.

Gwen Delin.

"..."

For a moment, the ministers' faces darkened, and they fell into an even deeper silence, seemingly even slowing their breathing.

They were even considering whether Viktor's attack on Angus was intentionally orchestrated by the emperor.

Gwen was Viktor's fiancée.

If Gwen were to inherit the Delin family, and then marry Viktor...

Two earl families would become one.

"This..."

Viktor's power would become even more formidable, and if either of the two princes were to gain this foundation, it could directly secure the future throne.

But the problem was...

Viktor was the princess's teacher.

And there was an even more important issue.

Gwen turned around and slowly left the hall. The bright yet scorching light shone on Gwen's armor, flickering with a brilliant radiance.

At this moment, Gwen was like an angel purifying the dust.

Even more like a stubborn beast, slowly walking towards a glimmer of light.

All for the sake of upholding that—

Justice in her heart.

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The wind and snow in the Northern Territory were ultimately bitterly cold and biting.

Vega ruffled its feathers in dissatisfaction. Even though it wasn't afraid of the severe cold, the wild wind constantly messed up its plumage.

The damned Viktor wouldn't even cast a wind-blocking spell on it, despite all the help it had given him.

Suddenly, Viktor stopped in his tracks amidst the blizzard.

"Hey, why did you stop?"

Vega called out in displeasure, but Viktor ignored its tearing cries, simply gazing silently ahead.

In the distance, shrouded in darkness, amidst the all-encompassing snowstorm, there seemed to be a tribe with burning fires.

In this howling, wind-swept remote area, there was actually an encampment with lit fires.

A bright red flag fluttered in the wind and snow, embroidered with a giant sword engulfed in flames.

Vega also noticed the distant camp and was somewhat curious.

"Look at the flag above, that's the territory of the [Blazing Sword]," Viktor said calmly.

[Blazing Sword] was one of the two largest barbarian tribes in the far north.

These people were distributed in remote frontier regions, followers of the Fire Giant, that terrifying giant with demigod-like powers.

They always believed in endless strife and the ever-burning power of flames.

As devotees of the Fire Giant, these barbarians possessed the power to withstand severe cold and fire due to the ancient giant's favor.

This was why these barbarians could continue to live here for many years.

"It looks like just a small sub-tribe," Vega said, squinting its eyes.

"Barbarians are no good, but I need them to find the way for me."

Viktor spoke calmly, suddenly constructing a white formation under his feet, a levitation spell taking effect on him.

Viktor slowly floated into the air above the tribe.

At this moment, Viktor could see more clearly.

Below, the tribe was constantly burning with roaring flames, numerous animal skins piled together, even the roofs of the houses were made of various animal skins sewn together.

Viktor slowly formed a red formation in his hand, muttering obscure incantations.

Soon, a striking and terrifying fire-red appeared between the cloud layers.

That magnificent and high temperature seemed as if it would incinerate the entire sky.

[Fourth-tier Magic: Heaven Incineration]

Instantly, the wind and snow above the tribe gradually ceased, replaced by unbearable heat.

Huge fire serpents continuously fell from the sky, constantly bombarding the massive camp.

In an instant, flames engulfed half the sky, and the entire earth began to crack continuously.

A large group of men wielding weapons emerged from the tribe, their bodies covered in red fur, like a group of uncivilized beasts.

They gathered together, shouting something unintelligible at Viktor in the sky.

Viktor waved his finger, and a ferocious fire serpent plummeted towards the crowd.

Endless flames instantly engulfed the crowd.

Patches of barbarians, their bodies burning with flames, ran in all directions, trying to extinguish the fire on their bodies.

But ultimately, it was to no avail.

As one barbarian after another turned into charcoal and fell in the wind and snow, the entire camp fell into silence.

Only the crackling sound of flames consuming buildings could be heard.

Viktor watched the tragic scene, slowly descending, staring at a barbarian trembling in the flames.

He was curled up in the fire, staring at Viktor, his eyes filled with endless fear.

And those flames seemed not to burn him at all.

Viktor looked at him coldly and said slowly:

"Lucky you, I found you in the very first tribe."

"Temple Qualifier."

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To Be Continued..