The Almighty Lord Caspian novel Chapter 731

"Your Majesty, I've already seized Filren. The new King of Filren, Byron, was so terrified that he fled.

"Likewise, I've defeated Filren's troops until they're nothing but scraps. It's a perfect opportunity for us to take over the country. They're no longer a threat to me," said Caspian.

"I understand you guys feel fired up and invincible now, but you're not in Diatoranian territory. If I supply you with millions of soldiers, how will all of you survive if something goes wrong?" Balthazar rebuked.

"I've already considered this, Your Majesty. You needn't worry about sending more soldiers now that we've claimed Filren's capital," Caspian answered.

"What? Are you planning to disobey my orders? Or do you think my ability to judge the situation is inferior to yours?" Balthazar thundered.

Upon sensing the former's seething tone, Caspian quickly explained himself. "I can't possibly compare myself to your almighty presence, Your Majesty. However, you're far away in your royal residence, making you less aware of the situation here."

"Caspian!" Balthazar growled. "You're still young and reckless. I can't allow millions of soldiers to risk their lives alongside you.

"I've brought out the royal scepter to summon your return to Dhord City officially. Yet, you haven't done so. Do you plan to disobey me till the very end?"

"I wouldn't dare disobey your orders with my humble status. I merely can't withdraw myself from this war.

"Besides, everything I do is for Diatoran. If I withdraw now, wouldn't the sacrifices of our fallen soldiers be in vain?" Caspian tried to reason with Balthazar.

"Since you claim to be willing to obey me, I want you to withdraw your troops now!"

"Your Majesty, withdrawing now would only cause us grave losses. Not to mention, our current campaign won't be as successful," Caspian explained.

"That's enough from you. Quit spewing nonsense. I've considered every aspect of the situation better than you.

"You're to bring your subordinates back now. Should you continue to resist my commands, I'll declare you a rebel!" Balthazar unequivocally brushed the former off.

"Yes, Your Majesty." Caspian had no choice but to nod upon facing Balthazar's unwavering resolve. He couldn't bear the consequences if he persisted and got branded as a rebel.

Little did he know Jerry had instructed Balthazar to say all those things. That was why Balthazar spoke differently than before.

Caspian found it odd, but it never crossed his mind that Balthazar would be under a spell. After all, most people found witchcraft unbelievable.

Caspian's expression darkened once the phone call ended.

"What did the king say, Lord Caspian?" Sylvia asked.

"He's determined to have me withdraw," Caspian helplessly said.

Sylvia was dubious. "His Majesty was eager to deploy our troops back then, yet he's now asking us to withdraw? That's too odd."

Even Macy was displeased. "Indeed, His Majesty's behaving strangely. It was challenging enough to claim Filren's capital, but all our efforts will be wasted now. What is His Majesty thinking?"

"There was an assassination attempt on His Majesty last night. Now, he's in such a rush that he used the royal scepter to issue an official order, making me withdraw. Something beyond our knowledge must've happened," Caspian stated.

"What do you mean, Lord Caspian?" asked a confused Macy.

Caspian shook his head. "I can't quite explain what's going on either. I just have some suspicions."

"Should we withdraw, then?" Macy asked.

"The king is already furious. If we don't, he'll declare my insubordination as traitorous behavior. I can't do anything about this." Although Caspian didn't want to withdraw, he had no choice.

Sorrow struck Sylvia, Macy, and the others when they heard that.

Caspian suffered the most. He sighed deeply and exclaimed, "Millions of our soldiers fought hard to get us this far. Alas, it seems like their efforts will all be in vain!"

He had never experienced such a dilemma before.