Regressor of the Fallen Family novel Chapter 107

Chapter 107

Gather all your strength! Its an all-out war!

As Prince Romaine exited the council room, his declaration solidified the grim expressions of the nobles trailing behind him. The looming possibility they had feared was now a reality, leaving them with no choice but to tense up.

Among them, Roger Bifrosts face was the most hardened. Damn it all! He couldnt claim to have been completely unprepared for such a scenario. While hoping the conflict might end in a proxy war or a duel, the outcome had, unfortunately, escalated to full-scale war. No, lets face reality. Whether its a duel or anything else, as long as the princes are alive, there will be no submission. I wouldnt yield either. War was inevitable.

The real issue was the suddenness of the event, leaving no time to prepare his domain. Macline. Those lucky bastards But he couldnt oppose the Second Prince, or more precisely, Duke Yordan Valtermime, who observed the assembly with a sharp gaze.

Suppressing his boiling anger and mixed emotions, Roger waited for the Second Princes lengthy speech to conclude. After the nobles dispersed and the Prince returned to his palace, Roger sought out Duke Yordan Valtermime separately.

What do you wish to discuss?

My apologies for disturbing your rest, Your Grace, but theres something I must convey. freewebnσvel.cøm

Get to the point.

The grey-haired giants tone was cold, but Roger knew it wasnt due to displeasure. The nickname Blazing Sword indicated his martial prowess, but his true nature was of utmost coldness. My calculations must be precise.

Swallowing hard, Roger began, As you might be aware, my domain was already in a war before this. A ruthless family greedily occupied one of my castles without permission

Im aware. And?

I should be mobilizing troops in accordance with the Princes will, but doing so would lose the chance to punish those scoundrels. Please grant me a little time.

Time? Hmm. You ask for time when an immediate full-scale war with the First Princes faction is possible?

A wrong answer could spell disaster. Roger looked into the indifferent black eyes and quickly responded, It wont take long. Just ten days

Inefficient.

Pardon?

The most efficient course would be to pull those scoundrels, the Maclines, into our faction. Theres no need for you and them to exhaust each other when their forces can strengthen our cause.

Your Grace, but

I even sent Luther for that, but someone was busy spreading rumors, making them seem inedible.

That Thats

Rogers face froze under the dukes icy gaze.

One should take their share, but causing harm to the faction for personal gain is unacceptable. What should I do with you, Roger?

Ashen-faced, Roger knelt. Please forgive me, Your Grace! Blinded by personal greed, Ive done the unthinkable!

Youre quick to grasp situations. But sometimes, greed blinds you.

Duke Yordan Valtermime continued with a frosty look, Everyone was caught off guard by the kings death, but the situation post-death was enough to understand why Juan and I tried to win over those trivial figures. Were they that significant to you?

I am without excuse.

You are a vital force in our faction, far more valuable than those trivial ones. But even they have their uses, especially now when the enemy feels equally strong.

Roger remained silent, his head bowed. A wrong facial expression could be irreversible, so he chose to hide his face.

Just curb your greed for now. Luckily, they havent sided with the enemy yet. Just leave them be for a while. After we win this war, Ill wrap them up nicely and present them to you. Understand?

I am sorry.

Good. Now, go and summon your elite forces. We need to look beyond those scoundrels to a bigger future.

Yes.

Roger left, having achieved nothing he intended and even failing to break even. But he couldnt help feeling relieved. If it werent for the critical need for every bit of power at such a time, he wouldnt have gotten off so easily.

Yet, why did the image of that smug, smiling figure alone in the council room keep haunting him? Understanding the need to wait for the future, Roger Bifrost still struggled mightily to suppress the rising anger within him.

Huh. What is this

Indeed, the Golem Tower is remarkable.

Padric could only gape in amazement, unable to find words, while Logan whistled brightly in awe. The sight before them was unavoidable. Even including the two weeks of travel to and from the capital, and the ten days spent there, they were only away from Tomodo Castle for barely a month. Yet, now the castle walls stood 5 meters taller and more majestic than before, encircling the entire area.

Its the lord and his son!

Open the gates!

The heavy gates lowered over the now deeper and sturdier moat amidst the loud clanking of chains.

Perfectindeed.

Yes, certainly beyond expectations.

The father and son entered the castle with uplifted spirits. The troops, having shed their previous exhausted appearance, greeted them with confident smiles.

Bifrost could attack again, but weve thoroughly reinforced the defenses. Are you pleased?