Chapter 104: Second Arc (His Art of War) – 22. Reinforcement

Second Arc (His Art of War) – 22. Reinforcement

On the next day, King Gervis walked back and forth in the middle of his study room at Golden Light Castle with a worried expression again. He panicked after gotten news that the Euphorion army had captured Southpoint Town. Strangely, before the news came he already got another news from his elite troops that he stationed near the Southern Outpost. They said Euphorion's troops had not made any movements. 

'How did they get past the elite troops without being found? Did they take another route? But they couldn't have taken another route without being found out. I've been ordered to tighten the guards of the Southern border.'

Now, he was pressed, King Gervis was in a dilemma for making tough decisions. If he announced to the court that meant he had to be prepared to account for all his previous actions, including his decision to attack the Euphorion without the court's approval. His mind kept sinking into consideration about the pros and cons for what decision he should be taken.
'I can't. If I announce to the court, the Reinheart Family's position as the royal family will be on the edge and that could cause internal disunity. It would be the same as destroying Asteria.'

In confusion, the knocking sounds accompanied by the sound of the door being opened came, interrupting his thoughts. He stopped and shifted his gaze to the origin of the voice. His assistant entered the room and bowed to him.

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"Your Majesty, I want to deliver an important letter from the Kingdom of Draconis," he said as he gave the letter to him.

King Gervis quickly opened the letter. This was the letter he had been waiting for, a letter that could save Asteria and his family position. His gloomy face brightened as he read the letter.
'Draconis agreed to my marriage proposal. I will manage their marriage together with King Esteve of Draconis as soon as possible. As long as I can withstand Euphorion's attack. I can turn things around soon.'

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