Chapter 115: Velix’s True Cruelty and the War of the Eras
“They’ve already begun…”
Liliana whispered in a strong, cold tone as she held the black letter in her hand, her gaze indifferent as she stared at it.
Sensing the shift in her mood and expression after reading the letter, Leon frowned slightly and inquired, “Is something amiss?
Liliana sighed and gave a small nod, casting a complicated glance at Leon.
“Yes, something unfortunate has occurred, and it’s tied to the impending war,” Liliana replied, observing the shift in Leon’s expression.
At her words, Leon narrowed his eyes, a cold glint reflecting in his golden gaze.
“The impending war? Have the forces of the Holy Empire of Elysium already initiated troop mobilization?” Leon inquired, his tone blending indifference with a hint of anger.
Liliana nodded and responded, “Yes, our spies within the Holy Empire of Elysium have reported that Velix Larrison, the Holy Emperor, has mobilized their troops to initiate a conflict with us, the Demons.”
“And…” Liliana hesitated to continue, her uncertainty evident, causing Leon to furrow his brows unhappily upon hearing her pause.
He sensed Liliana’s reluctance to share this news with him, a sentiment he found unsettling.
Certainly, he comprehended Liliana’s desire to safeguard his emotions, prompting him to acknowledge the depth of her concern for him.
Nonetheless, the impending great war was a matter of grave importance.
The primary catalyst for this war stemmed from Velix and his cohorts, who conspired to eliminate him and exploit his demise as justification for launching a large-scale assault on the Demon race.
Therefore, as one of humanity’s heroes and the sacrificial catalyst for the impending war, Leon firmly believed he was entitled to full disclosure regarding this matter.
Otherwise, how could he possibly devise a strategy once he had regained his strength?
With a dissatisfied glance aimed at Liliana seated across from him, Leon crossed his arms over his chest and stated firmly, “Liliana, I appreciate your concern for me, and I’m truly grateful. However, you must understand that this war was incited by Velix and his cohorts, who exploited the momentum of my supposed death to their advantage.”
“Consequently, as a sword hero of mankind and a victim of their conspiracy, I believe I have the right to know more about it than anyone else, don’t I?” His voice carried a pleading tone as he expressed his thoughts.
Suddenly, a thought crossed Leon’s mind, casting a dark shadow over his expression.
“Or perhaps you fear I might betray you?” Leon regarded Liliana with a complex gaze, his tone cautious.
At his words, Liliana’s formerly indifferent and cold expression crumbled instantly, prompting her to hastily rise from her seat.
“No! You’ve misunderstood! That’s not what I meant!” Her beautiful face betrayed panic as she emphasized her point, seeking to prevent any misunderstanding. Then she hurriedly continued, “I hesitated to tell you because I feared you wouldn’t be able to bear the shock of the second piece of news, Leon.”
After voicing her explanation, Liliana let out a small sigh, leaving Leon somewhat perplexed.
“What do you mean by not being able to bear the shock of the second news?” Leon’s tone grew increasingly curious as he asked.
Liliana rubbed her temples as if experiencing a headache and handed the letter to Leon.
Taking the letter from Liliana’s hand, Leon read it carefully:
[“Velix Larrison, Holy Emperor of the Holy Empire of Elysium, officially declares an all-out war with the Demon race in front of millions of citizens of the capital as witnesses, utilizing an ancient mirror that has not appeared for decades. The purpose of this war is twofold: to eliminate the mysterious and threatening Demon Emperor and to avenge the death of the sword hero Leon Kruger.”]
After reading the entire contents of the letter, Leon’s countenance grew even darker.
‘This damn Velix is truly insane and audacious!’ Leon cursed inwardly, his hatred for Velix reaching its zenith.
The actions of Velix were beyond belief and truly horrific.
Officially declaring an all-out war in front of the millions of citizens of the capital was equivalent to announcing it to all of humanity and the world.
This declaration of all-out war signified Velix’s intention to inaugurate the War of the Eras with the Demon Race, marked by an official battle between the three heroes and the Demon Emperor.
The duration of this war is projected to be extensive and will result in the loss of millions—possibly even tens of millions—of lives due to its impact!
The primary issue at hand is that Velix has leveraged his supposed death as a pretext to initiate this war, implying that he will bear the burden of responsibility for the countless deaths of living beings that will inevitably occur.
Hundreds or even thousands of years from now, future generations may not remember him as the handsome and formidable sword hero, but rather as the catalyst for the deaths of millions of living beings.
‘Damn it! After conspiring to eliminate and kill me, now you want to brand me as the most sinful person in the world? Velix, you heartless asshole!’ Leon seethed inwardly, gritting his teeth in anger.
He finally grasped the extent of Velix’s cruelty and courage in making decisions, prompting him to see Velix in a new light.
‘As much as I could intervene or halt an ordinary large-scale conflict, when it’s the epoch-defining clash between humanity and the Demon race in each era, prevention becomes utterly futile,’ Leon muttered, his expression contorting slightly.
Even if he were to regain his strength, halting or even preventing this war seemed utterly impossible.
Moreover, with the success rate of concocting an antidote for the devouring poison hovering just under one percent, it further ensnared him in a dire predicament.
Liliana, seated opposite him, observed Leon’s disheveled and anxious demeanor, mirroring an equally weighty expression.
the War of the Eras, an official conflict between the three heroes and the Demon Emperor, marked the imminent start of her and Leon’s inevitable confrontation.
Despite having lost his current strength due to the poison coursing through him, Leon still holds the title of sword hero.
‘Will Leon and I ultimately find ourselves locked in a battle to the death?’ Liliana whispered, her beautiful face etched with profound sadness.
It had to be acknowledged that the time spent with Leon, especially their intimate nights together, had left her deeply addicted to and obsessed with him.
Consequently, she found herself unable to accept the fate that would ultimately lead to their tragic end, forcing them into a situation where they were compelled to confront each other in battle.
As Liliana wrestled with her inner conflict, Leon’s voice abruptly snapped her back to reality.
“Liliana, are you prepared for the impending war?” Leon inquired.
Liliana nodded, her previously anxious expression now replaced by a cold and stern demeanor on her pretty face.
“Yes, I am ready,” Liliana replied, her tone turning cold instantly, “though Velix’s unexpected declaration to initiate the War of the Eras may require some adjustments to my plans for this conflict.”
Upon hearing Liliana’s statement, Leon narrowed his eyes in contemplation.
Shortly after, he emerged from his reverie, a flash of determination gleaming in his golden eyes.
Fixing his gaze on Liliana, Leon drew a small breath, his expression gradually growing solemn.
“Liliana, may I request a favor from you?”
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