Chapter 183 - 137: Gods, Empire, Kingdom

Inside the room.

Count Engle’s emotions fluctuated slightly.

After a moment, his restless heart gradually calmed down.

"What you said might not be wrong!"

"The situation might not be that bad, but what if?"

"The destruction caused by the Divine Revelation will be unimaginable, and countless creatures in the entire Northern Province may perish."

"Thor, you are the eagle of our Dressrosa Family and will be the future of the Dressrosa Family. I don’t want anything to happen to you, even if it means paying some price, I think it’s worth it.."

Count Engle took a deep breath and looked at Thor, speaking earnestly.

Listening to Count Engle’s words, Thor instinctively opened his mouth but didn’t know what to say at the moment.

"Alright, I’ll help prepare for you."

"You should stay at home temporarily for the time being!"

"I’ll recall Reine and the others as soon as possible!"

Engle looked at Thor in silence and couldn’t help but speak in a deep voice.

At this moment, he was already determined.

Indeed, Thor’s words were correct.

But after all, it’s related to the "Divine Revelation," and there’s no harm in being cautious.

Especially since Thor has shown such talent, there’s a very likely chance he will become a Sky Knight in the future.

As long as he can safely advance to a Sky Knight, the entire family will truly have a chance to rise, even if there’s only a slim possibility, Count Engle no longer wants his son to take risks.

And looking at his father’s resolute expression.

Thor pondered for a moment, but still spoke again.

"Father, the flowers in the greenhouse will never endure the storm."

"Do you believe me?"

At this moment, he made a decision in his heart.

Going to the territory is something he inevitably has to do.

If there truly is danger, the daily intelligence system would alert several months in advance, and under such circumstances, he simply couldn’t accept abandoning the territory.

Especially now that everything in the territory is moving in a positive direction.

As long as he continues, becoming a Viscount is already an inevitable result, and he even has the potential to strive for Countship.

Staying within the family might give him the possibility of becoming a Sky Knight with the aid of a contract.

But what then?

His goal is not merely to become a Sky Knight.

He aims for a higher level.

"Thor, you!"

Hearing his son’s words, Count Engle frowned.

"Father, you must have guessed that I am favored by the Goddess of Life. I can sense the arrival of crises, and also the arrival of opportunities."

"The Northern Province is my opportunity. I hope you won’t stop me, Father."

Thor spoke seriously and looked at his father.

At this moment, apart from not mentioning his Golden Finger, everything else was obvious.

This was also due to the trust built during this time between him and Count Engle, which allowed him the courage to speak so openly.

Listening to his son’s words and observing his serious expression.

Count Engle’s frown deepened.

It’s not Thor’s words that surprised him much.

Even if Thor hadn’t said this, Count Engle could still sense it to some extent.

What concerned him was the determination in Thor’s words.

"Thor, do you know that not everyone on this continent favored by the Goddess of Life always sails smoothly?"

"Unexpected events can happen at any time. Sensing danger doesn’t necessarily mean avoiding danger."

After a brief silence, with his son’s gaze still fixed on him, Count Engle’s voice sounded again.

"I understand."

"Father."

"But as I said, the flowers in the greenhouse cannot withstand the storm. My goal is not just the Sky Knight; I want to see a higher realm and a greater sky."

Thor nodded, and at this moment, he couldn’t help but breathe a sigh of relief. Engle’s words had shown a clear sign of relaxation, so he quickly added.

"Whew!"

"It’s enough if you understand."

"The young eagle has spread its wings, and it’s difficult for me to make a decision for you now. I hope you won’t regret it."

After taking a deep look at Thor, Count Engle finally didn’t continue to insist but nodded and complied.

"Thank you, Father."

At this moment, Thor finally breathed a complete sigh of relief.

"Alright, prepare yourself, and hopefully, it’s just as you said."

"Remember, if things don’t look right, don’t persist; leave immediately. Only living provides a broader future and the chance to see a greater sky."

Count Engle waved his hand, and his words continued.

Thor nodded, and his figure slowly retreated.

Watching Thor leave, Count Engle couldn’t help but sigh softly.

He doesn’t know if his decision is right or wrong.

Reason tells him he should forcibly keep Thor here.

With Thor’s talent, there’s almost a seventy to eighty percent chance he will become a Sky Knight in the future.

And having a Sky Knight, the Dressrosa Family could flourish even more.

But Thor’s words still moved him.

Since the young eagle has spread its wings.

As a father, there’s no longer a need for excessive intervention.

Thoughts flew and ideas intertwined.

After a moment.

The door was gently knocked.

"Come in!"

Count Engle’s thoughts were pulled back, and his voice sounded.

"Sir, you called for me?"

Michael walked in, his expression filled with doubt.

"Please wait a moment!"

Count Engle spoke, then quickly began writing with a quill pen.