Regressor of the Fallen Family novel Chapter 126

Chapter 126

Regressor of the Fallen Family Chapter 126

Honestly, Logan didnt know much about Romaine von Grandia, the second prince. All he remembered was that the second prince had received even worse reviews than his brother, the first prince Luther, who was later called a tyrant who had ruined the nation due to his qualities as a dark sovereign. Apart from that, Logan only recalled the princes arrogant nod at the Grandia Noblesse or his angry pointing and shouting at his brother.

Well, thats enough to know about his character.

Beyond his character, Logan hadnt realized until now how foolish the second prince could be.

Did you really expect that by kneeling now, I would welcome you and acknowledge you were right? Youre nothing but bats, only clinging to the winning side!

Winning side? Who?

Logan was dumbfounded by the princes lack of awareness of the current situation and couldnt help but shake his head. Fortunately, when he looked up, he noticed most of the nobles behind the foolish prince were looking down at the ground or up in the sky, seemingly embarrassed by the princes words. At least, not all the leadership was as foolish as he was.

Prince, your baron would have understood by now. Ill take it from here.

Hmm, fine, Duke. I am tired, I shall retire for now.

Had he done anything at all? From his first word to his exit, every single bit of the prince was shockingly foolish. And it wasnt until the prince had completely vanished into the castle that a real, substantial conversation took place.

Firstly, welcome to our cause.

It is an honor, Sir.

You certainly have better manners than your son.

My son has manners as well.

Really? It seems not.

Yordans skeptical gaze was not far away. Logan faced off against Roger Bifrost, and Yordan addressed him.

Its been a while, Count.

Astonishing, truly.

Isnt this a good situation? Havent you been saying that our southwest should unite? Now it has finally happened.

Crack.

And are you so free with your words now

Ah. Are those gentlemen behind you Jeff Percival, the baron, and Derek Luffman, the baron? Pleased to meet you. But may I ask, as unpleasant as it is to inquire on first meeting, where do you plan to attach yourself after the war?

You little!

Ahh, still with a powerful voice. Glad to see youre in good health.

Roger Bifrosts body was trembling as if he would explode at any moment. And Logan silently cheered (?) for him. Initially, he had only meant to provoke, but the counts reaction was swift, almost as if his patience had evaporated. Maybe even a little move like this could hook him? Come on! Dont hold back!

Logan was confident that even if the count attempted any trickery, he could cut him down before anything happened. If the count struck first, there would be no one to blame for his death. After all, there would be no pleasure in keeping an enemy at his back, even if they were temporarily on the same side. However, his expectations vanished when the man with silver hair intervened.

Sir, please restrain yourself. Being near filth only brings smell.

Logan inwardly clicked his tongue at Franzs ghost-like gaze sweeping over him. Tch, too bad.

Fine. Lets see how things go.

As Roger Bifrost regained his composure and turned away, Logan caught sight of Aslan pointing at himself and then making a throat-slitting gesture.

Logan could only smile wryly and turn away when suddenly, the gray-haired giant who had been at a distance approached him.

Yikes! That startled me!

Logan was inwardly shocked by the mans silent approach but outwardly smiled calmly.

Its been a while, Duke.

Hmm? Have we actually met before?

We saw each other from a distance at the naming ceremony of my masters child.

Ah, yes, that was the case. If I had known things would turn out this way, I wouldve made an effort to meet you then. Dont you think?

One never knows how things might turn out in life, but I do share the sentiment. Ha ha.

As for seeking us out now, what has you thinking? The baron told me to ask you since youre practically the leader of McLaine now

The gray-haired giants brown eyes snaked over Logan.

Ha ha, what am I thinking? Im thinking of profit, of course.

Profit?

Isnt the payoff higher on the losing side?

Dont tell me that condition was no joke?

Why would I joke? If we help you win this war, it wouldnt be an excessive demand. Especially after receiving such a gift and then coming to seek you out.

At the word gift, a flicker of flame rose in Yordans brown eyes, but that flame quickly extinguished and the Duke laughed heartily.

Ha, it seems you believe we would definitely lose without you. But many things in this world cant be judged on appearances alone.

The same goes for the opposition. Dont you think?

Indeed, not losing a word. Its no surprise Roger is so irked.

Ha ha, Ill take that as a compliment.

And even if you join us, we cant trust you entirely just yet. You know that, right?

The light-hearted conversation suddenly dove into the heart of the matter, but Logan didnt flinch and readily replied.

Of course.

Your soldiers will have to wait outside the fort for a while. And though youll have the right to attend the leaderships strategic meetings, you wont have a say until McLaine has proven its trustworthiness.

How shall we prove it?

Were on a battlefield. Prove your trust by achieving merits, no?

Easy.

The conversation quickly reached an agreement, the nuances hidden behind their words.

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A week ago, the last assassin was captured, and since then no more assaults have targeted His Majesty. This signifies that the despicable ones are running out of ways to reach him. Its time we turn up the heat again!