Chapter 2006 - 1126: Return to the Royal Capital and Start the Meeting_2

After meeting Catherine in the City Lord Mansion of Azure Blue City, Leo Ray laid out his plan, which immediately received Catherine’s approval.

Besides that, this Blood Clan Queen was amazed by Leo Ray’s achievements last night and the apparition of the Heroic Spirits. She chattered like a little sparrow, making it difficult for Leo Ray to get a word in.

Once Catherine’s excitement subsided, Leo Ray then spoke about the future plan.

"I completely agree with Your Highness’s plan."

Catherine, with a face full of mature charm, nodded to Leo Ray without any hesitation and said, "The Ironhand Archipelago will fully cooperate with Your Highness’s actions."

"Thank you for Your Majesty’s support. Here is the map of the Grimm Kingdom’s terrain and military distribution collected by Lawrence, hoping we can meet in the Holy City soon to eliminate Gannon the Ninth."

Leo Ray took out a large scroll and handed it to Catherine.

"Thank you, Your Highness. I think the same; although the Grimm Kingdom and the Pars Empire’s grand army defeated my Blood Clan back then, the real culprits were those hypocrites from the Temple of Light. Now it’s our Blood Clan’s turn to fight back."

Catherine nodded heavily and responded, "Your Highness, please rest assured, though my soldiers currently still need the protection of the Blood Feast Barrier to fight properly, now that you have restored the Barrier, it won’t be long before my soldiers can operate freely outside it as well."

"Additionally, we must not let Gannon the Ninth seize any opportunity. It might not be fair to the Blood Clan and Her Majesty, but please focus on the big picture. We should always be the judges, not the ones being hunted down."

Leo Ray pondered for a moment before speaking to Catherine again, "Otherwise, we will be in a difficult position, as their mutated methods are too overwhelming. This could result in unnecessary opposition between us and innocent people."

"I understand Your Highness’s message. The feud between the Blood Clan and the Human Clan has lasted for thousands of years, with both sides paying a heavy price. Now that we have shifted our food sources to Demon Beasts, it’s time to improve our relations with the Human Clan. This is a perfect opportunity."

Catherine’s white face turned solemn, and she replied, "I have strictly restrained every Blood Clan expert and soldiers’ actions, ensuring they won’t harm any Clerics who are kept in the dark, and won’t give the other side any excuse."

"That is very much appreciated, Your Majesty."

Leo Ray nodded to Catherine and smiled.

"No need to mention it. It’s precisely because of Your Highness’s arrival that we could repair the Blood Feast Barrier and thereby have the chance to improve relations with the Human Clan."

Catherine gently waved her hand and smiled back, "Rather, we should be the ones thanking Your Highness."

At this point, the Blood Clan Queen’s flawless white face turned serious as she furrowed her brows and said, "But I must remind Your Highness that, compared to us, Your Highness’s forces are certainly the primary target of our opponents."

"Since the Blank Era, the Temple of Light has stood among the Human various countries for three thousand years, producing numerous genuine Tier 6 experts, with bottomless resources and strength."

"And now, under the reign of Gannon the Ninth, the Temple of Light is even more mysterious; apart from their mutated soldiers, they must inevitably possess other extraordinary means unknown to us."

Catherine’s eyebrows nearly twisted into a knot as she continued, "Please, Your Highness, be extremely cautious."

"I know this will be an unprecedentedly strong enemy, but since they have openly issued a challenge, baring their sinister fangs, I will naturally accept the challenge and draw my sword."

Leo Ray’s face showed an uncontrollable fighting spirit, and he replied, "Failure is not the most terrifying thing. The fear is in not having the courage to face the enemy, don’t you think?"

"Your Highness truly is extraordinary."

Gazing at Leo Ray’s regal composure, Catherine’s frowning eyebrows relaxed.

In this young man from another world, the Blood Clan Queen sensed an inexplicable power, strong and warm, bringing peace of mind.

"It seems that forming an alliance with the Coldflame Kingdom—or rather, with this young man from another world—was indeed my wisest decision."

Thinking this, Catherine smiled warmly at Leo Ray and said, "Then, we look forward to Your Highness’s victory, and don’t forget to take good care of our Blood Clan’s True Ancestor."

"Rest assured, I will. Delicious food has long been arranged."

Leo Ray chatted with Catherine a while longer before leading Lawrence and the others back to the Sunset Fortress.

After completing all the arrangements at the Sunset Fortress, Leo Ray, without delay, was transported back to the Court by Jasper Richardson.

Recently, Asher Porter sent a message that meetings with the representatives of two major Neutral Organizations, including the Cold Flame Branch, have been arranged—one in the evening and another after dinner.

In the bustling King’s Hall, Leo Ray had just finished listening to Asher’s latest intelligence summary as the sky outside turned into a harmonious caramel hue.

"So first is the Mercenary Guild? According to Asher, Durant, the former president of the Cold Flame Branch who was on an unknown mission, has returned. The meeting is with the representatives led by him."

Leo Ray glanced at the sunset outside the window, then turned to look at his team.

Apart from Asher and his companions Taylor and Blank Night, Randall had also been summoned.

As the esteemed captain of the Dragon Tooth Mercenary Corps in the Coldflame Kingdom, although Randall disappeared for over a decade, upon his return, he leveraged his formidable charisma to lead the mercenaries in defending the Mountain Fortress. Last night, he fought alongside Lord White to ensure the fortress’s safety, preserving his reputation.

With Randall present, they could at least narrow the distance with the other side.

"Let’s go."

Leo Ray nodded to his subordinates, taking the first step.

Soon, when Leo Ray stepped into the Royal Family’s meeting hall, the representatives of the Mercenary Guild were already in place.

Seeing Leo Ray, the Sacred Lion Prince and Protector, entering, the representatives of the Mercenary Guild greeted him courteously.

Leo Ray’s name echoed throughout the Human various countries, and having twice repelled powerful enemies, the representatives of the Mercenary Guild stood up politely to greet Leo Ray warmly.

Leo Ray’s reputation as the Holy Lion Prince and Protector was already well-known among the Human various countries, and he had twice repelled massive, imposing enemy forces.

Moving his gaze among the mercenary representatives, he recognized Rupert and others from the Cold Flame Branch whom he had met at public events like the Coronation Ceremony. They were already familiar to him.

There was only one leading middle-aged man he didn’t recognize. It must be Durant, the head of the Coldflame Branch.

As soon as Leo Ray’s gaze focused on the scarred, sunburned face of his opposite, Rupert immediately introduced, "Your Highness, this is Durant, the president of our Cold Flame Branch."

After Rupert’s introduction, Durant was the first to speak politely with a smile, "Your Highness, it’s a pleasure to meet you. Today, I’m here to inform you of something: the Mercenary Guild has decided to side with the Temple of Light, to rid the lands of the Human World of darkness and shadows."