Chapter 250: An Unexpected Problem!
On the spacious balcony, Leon and Liliana lounged in chairs, with snacks and two cups of tea arranged on the table in front of them.
Their gazes drifted upward to the sky, where the two moons, Sylvia and Miranda, illuminated the night along with a dazzling array of stars.
Neither of them spoke, as if they were immersed in the tranquility of the quiet night.
After a while, Leon shifted his gaze, picked up his tea cup from the table, and took a sip.
“So, what did you want to discuss, Liliana? Is it about the ongoing war in the Desert of Chaos?” Leon inquired softly, placing his teacup back on its saucer.
Given how much time he had spent with her, he knew that Liliana’s greatest concern was the war in the Desert of Chaos, and whatever important matter she was about to bring up was likely related to it.
Liliana turned her gaze to Leon, her previously indifferent expression slowly softening.
“Yes, you’re right, Leon,” Liliana replied with a slight nod. “But the matter I want to discuss isn’t just about the war in the Desert of Chaos; it also concerns other important issues.”
Leon raised an eyebrow in confusion but remained silent, nodding as if ready to listen.
Liliana produced a black letter from her nightgown pocket and handed it to Leon.
“Read this,” she said calmly.
Seeing the letter, Leon blinked in curiosity before taking it and beginning to read.
After reading it carefully for two minutes, making sure not to miss a single word, Leon’s expression shifted from curiosity to a cold, steely gaze, his eyes narrowing slightly.
“Humanity’s forces decided to withdraw from the battlefield? With Velix’s ambition and Jim Terra’s cunning, I find it difficult to believe,” Leon said with a mocking smile.
Having lived in the imperial palace for over a decade, Leon was well-acquainted with their nature, especially Velix’s.
As a proud and arrogant Emperor, Velix was driven by grand ambitions, evident from his persistent orders to assault the Demon Race fortresses along the border.
In addition, he was aware that Velix viewed him as a threat to his ambitions, though he had largely ignored it at the time.
Given his status as a hero, Velix would have been unlikely to act against him directly. However, the fact that Velix had plotted to have him murdered revealed just how far his ambition extended.
As a result, he harbored doubts about the validity of the news in this letter.
Upon hearing Leon’s words, Liliana shook her head slightly and replied, “I understand your skepticism—I had my doubts too at first. However, this news came directly from the battlefield and was written by Lilith, which makes it highly credible.”
Leon was left momentarily speechless, his expression reflecting hesitation.
Although he wanted to argue about it, he knew that Liliana wouldn’t lie about something this significant.
“When was this letter sent? And was there any additional news with it?” Leon asked, handing the letter back to Liliana.
Liliana slipped the letter away and sipped her tea with a calm demeanor.
“This letter arrived this morning from Lilith, and no other information was included beyond what is written here,” she replied, shaking her head indifferently.
Setting her cup down, Liliana met Leon’s gaze and added, “However, my spies have confirmed that humanity’s forces have indeed withdrawn from the Desert of Chaos, which supports the information in this letter.”
Leon sighed deeply, massaging his forehead as if lost in thought.
‘Retreating humanity’s forces, huh? Has Jim already started making moves?’ Leon wondered to himself.
Given his understanding of Jim’s nature, Leon suspected this was just the beginning of a larger strategy. However, he couldn’t decipher Jim’s plans or predict his next moves, which left him deeply frustrated.
‘Damn it! I really hate that guy with the four glasses!’ Leon muttered in exasperation.
If given a choice between battling a powerful dragon or facing Jim, he would choose the dragon without a second thought.
Engaging Jim in a strategic war would be like committing suicide, with a chance of victory lower than the odds of getting hit by a random piece of sh*t while walking down the street.
Liliana watched Leon’s shifting expressions in silence, choosing not to disturb him as she sipped her tea quietly.
She understood he was engrossed in finding a solution to the problem and wanted to avoid interrupting his thought process.
After a while, Leon emerged from his reverie, his expression turning resolute as he fixed his gaze on Liliana.
“Liliana, I’m going to the battlefield tomorrow,” Leon announced abruptly, surprising her.
“Going to the battlefield?” Liliana inquired, a hint of concern furrowing her brow.
Leon nodded and explained, “Yes, I need to go as soon as possible. Actually, I had planned to leave on the first day of the war, but I postponed it because I had promised Fiona I’d accompany her.”
“Hence, I must go tomorrow to address the war, which is my duty as the Fate One, and to seek revenge on Velix and his subordinates for their secret murder plot against me.”
He had originally intended to meet Liliana the next day to discuss his departure to the battlefield the day after. However, after reading the news in the letter, he realized he had to alter his plans and head to the battlefield immediately.
Without this change, the Demon Race forces, still relying on the defensive strategy he had set up, would likely suffer defeat and be driven back by the human forces under Jim’s command.
Liliana stayed silent, but a hint of doubt flickered in her red eyes. Leon noticed her uncertainty and responded with a gentle smile, gently patting her head.
“I know this request comes on short notice and may be unexpected, but I need to leave for the battlefield tomorrow. I hope you won’t be upset with my decision,” Leon said gently.
Liliana’s expression turned slightly pouty at his words, and she sighed.
“I’m not upset with your decision, Leon. In fact, I had anticipated that you might have to go to the battlefield,” Liliana replied nonchalantly, making Leon feel a bit embarrassed.
“Ahem! If that’s the case, why did you look so stressed when I mentioned I’d be leaving tomorrow?” Leon asked, clearing his throat and trying to mask his embarrassment.
He had assumed Liliana’s stressed expression indicated disapproval, but realizing he had misunderstood left him feeling quite embarrassed.
Fortunately, his acting skills allowed him to quickly regain his composure.
Liliana chuckled softly at Leon’s adorably embarrassed expression.
Gently stroking his face, she smiled and explained, “The reason I appeared stressed earlier is that there’s a major issue tomorrow that requires your presence.”
Leon’s face went from shock to intense curiosity.
“A major issue that needs my presence? What is it?” Leon asked, bewildered.
A thin, knowing smile played on Liliana’s lips as she met Leon’s gaze with a meaningful look.
“Tomorrow, Athena will be coming to my castle.”
Leon: (⊙_⊙)
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