Chapter 408: Then Let's Fight
Time passed little by little, and news of Garrison Fort's fall quickly spread.
This caused an uproar within the Irisis Principality.
At a time when the Demon Tribe was launching a major invasion.
The fall of Garrison Fort put the Irisis Principality in a difficult position.
Irisis Principality, main city "Obenlo".
Afternoon, King's Hall.
A piece of news caused widespread panic among the people of Irisis Principality.
"Earl Mors, as the lord of Garrison Fort, abandoned his territory and people and fled. He must bear full responsibility and be severely punished for disgracing the nobility!"
"It's too early to conclude he fled. We haven't received specific information from Garrison Fort yet. Signs of war have been present there for years, yet we did nothing. Everyone here shares responsibility."
"Are you defending Earl Maurice?"
"I'm merely stating facts!"
The ministers argued fiercely over the fall of Garrison Fort.
The ministers divided into three factions.
One remained neutral, silent.
Another sought to use this opportunity to eliminate Earl Maurice.
If Maurice were executed, his land would become up for grabs.
A naked fight for interests.
The last faction aimed to protect Earl Maurice.
"Now isn't the time to discuss punishing Earl Maurice. He's a Saint-level powerhouse who could be a major asset in war. The Demon Tribe is invading the Southern Continent, and the Northern Dragon Kingdom and Armenia Kingdom have sent requests for help. The Papal State is forming a Crusade. All human kingdoms are preparing for war. Our Irisis Principality must respond. Even if we can't send a large force, we must dispatch some strong warriors to join the Crusade. This is a life-and-death struggle for humanity. Anyone who stands aside will be condemned afterward."
Although calling itself a principality,
Irisis Principality had the most god-level powerhouses among human kingdoms.
Even the Holy Kingdom had fewer god-level powerhouses.
The reason was simple: the principality's founder had caused the fall of the Holy Kingdom.
Without strength, how could one cause such a collapse?
Sitting on the throne, Duke Ferrandy frowned.
Too many things had happened in recent years.
He was exhausted and sleepless.
There were endless issues to resolve.
Crises were countless.
The Demon God Cult continued causing chaos.
No matter how many troops or powerhouses were sent, peace could not be restored.
A fleeting image in his mind made Ferrandy smile slightly.
Fortunately, he had Angela, his daughter, princess of Irisis Principality.
She gave him the strength to continue fighting.
"Your Grace, please make a decision quickly. We don't have much time!"
A minister saluted gravely.
Ferrandy took a deep breath and waved his hand.
"Humanity faces another extinction crisis. Irisis Principality cannot stand aside. However, internal threats must not be ignored either. Responsibility for Garrison Fort's fall can wait. The urgent matter is retaking Garrison Fort. It is the eastern gateway. If it falls, Goblins will invade freely. Garrison Fort must be reclaimed!"
The ministers showed varying expressions.
Indeed, Garrison Fort's strategic position was critical.
It was the key military stronghold preventing barbarian invasion.
If it fell, the principality would be in a passive position.
The barbarians could come and go freely.
"Then let's fight!"
Ferrandy stood up.
His sharp gaze swept over the ministers.
The ministers straightened and saluted.
"Fight, fight, fight!"
They shouted in unison.
At this moment, opinions were unified.
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Garrison Fort.
Former Earl's Mansion.
That night, in a certain room.
The room was not quiet; a woman seemed to be crying.
Listening closely, the sound was filled with pleasure.
"Ah!"
Soon, a woman's sharp cry echoed in the room.
The magic lamp lit up the darkness.
A naked, snow-white figure lay sprawled on the bed.
Her round hips and slender waistline were incredibly alluring.
Her beautiful face showed only exhaustion.
Her body was drenched in sweat.
Her mouth slightly open, breathing heavily.
She gazed at the man sitting by the bed with a dazed look.
Li Meng stood up naked and walked to the window.
The cool breeze brought a refreshing feeling, making Li Meng look content.
"So, Irisis Principality plans to fight the Goblins to the death?"
[Yes, Duke Ferrandy is rallying all the lords to prepare for war. Earl Douglas, known as the Mad Lion, a Sword Emperor, will likely lead the army.]
Li Meng smiled lazily and stretched.
"Good, just what I want!"
Li Meng feared no straightforward battles.
If one big battle could cripple Irisis Principality,
then the Goblin army's subsequent offensives would be unstoppable.
"Hmm, should I cause some trouble for Duke Ferrandy?"
That guy had an impure relationship with his own daughter.
If that scandal spread, it would rock the principality.
Ferrandy's prestige would plummet.
Even if Duchess Katerina found out, she'd likely pretend not to.
As a royal, she had to prioritize the kingdom's future.
"Yeah, I'll find a chance to go. It'll distract Ferrandy."
Even if Katerina pretended nothing happened,
life in the palace would become difficult for Ferrandy.
Thinking of something amusing, Li Meng smiled slyly.
He turned and looked at the queen on the bed.
That ass, those breasts, that waist, that snow-white skin—everything about her tempted him.
"Human women really are beautiful!"
Li Meng chuckled and walked toward the queen.
Seeing the naked king approaching,
the queen blushed slightly.
Earlier, she had resisted fiercely.
She had a husband and child.
Yet she had been taken as a queen by a man claiming to be the Goblin King.
She had thought about resisting, even about suicide.
But once the king approached, all thoughts vanished.
On the bed, he easily conquered her.
The feeling was too wonderful.
She felt like a different person,
unable to stop responding, wanting to melt into him completely.
Come, my king, let me merge with you again.
She cried out inwardly, looking at the king returning to the bed.
Time passed, and the night deepened.
The next morning, Li Meng left Garrison Fort.
Kingdom of Catemia, Demon Emperor Palace.
By the throne, space suddenly shattered.
Li Meng and Xiao Bai stepped out of a rift.
"Y-Your Majesty!"
The maids in the hall turned pale,
quickly kneeling.
Li Meng glanced around and sat on the throne.
Soon, Klarence rushed to the hall.
"Your Majesty!"
Klarence knelt before the throne.
Seeing her alluring waist and hips, Li Meng smiled.
The Moon Demon Tribe always gave off a seductive vibe.
Their clothes were very revealing, showing lots of skin.
Li Meng patted his leg.
"Klarence, come."
Blushing, Klarence walked lightly and sat sideways on his lap.
Li Meng gently wrapped his arm around her waist, breathing in her fragrance.
Klarence nestled against him, blushing even more.
She felt her body growing sensitive,
unconsciously shifting her hips.
"How is the Demon King's army doing?"
Li Meng's question made Klarence focus.
"The Demon King's army is attacking the Dragon Kingdom and Armenia Kingdom. The offensives are going well. Three armies are converging on the capital of Armenia, 'Meiani.' They plan a decisive battle there to seize the crystal."
Decisive battle?
Li Meng's expression shifted.
If they could eliminate many human god-level warriors there,
the Demon King's army could conquer half of humanity quickly.
Then the southern continent's war would end soon.
Afterward, he could lead the army to invade the Central Continent.
"Your Majesty, the Demon Kings have written, asking how to handle the crystal."
How to handle it?
Holding Klarence, Li Meng fell into thought.
Though the crystals were magical,
he wanted to study them.
But they posed too great a danger.
"Destroy them!"
Of humanity's seven crystals,
leave two.
One for humanity, one for research.
If worthless, destroy it later.
"Yes, Your Majesty!"
Suddenly, Klarence became bashful.
She left his embrace,
looking up at his handsome face.
Her face flushed deeply.
"Um... Your Majesty, I... I think I'm pregnant!"
After speaking, Klarence lowered her head shyly,
looking at her belly in confusion.
The Moon Demon Tribe had reproductive isolation,
only able to conceive with their own kind, Dragons, or Goblins.
Was His Majesty a Dragon?
But he lacked a Dragon's aura.
Klarence pregnant?
Li Meng's eyes lit up. He gently caressed her belly.
"Indeed, you're pregnant!"
He could feel a small life growing inside.
Li Meng lifted Klarence's chin,
making her look at him.
"Klarence, what, you don't want to bear my child?"
Startled, Klarence quickly shook her head.
"Your Majesty, I am willing!"
Li Meng smiled slightly.
Lowering his head toward her beautiful face.
Was His Majesty going to kiss her?
As his face came closer,
Klarence blushed deeper,
closing her eyes shyly.
How many years had it been?
His appearance awakened her feminine heart.
She couldn't face him with a male mindset.
Ah, this kiss...
Though it wasn't their first,
it was the first outside of bed.
On the throne, they embraced and kissed.
Xiao Bai silently watched,
her eyes flashing with confusion.
She was also beautiful,
but her relationship with her master was subtly different.
Usually just hugs, never kisses,
never taken to bed.
Was it because she was originally an insect?
Still, if one could take human form,
shouldn't that not matter?
What would a kiss feel like?
Though her inherited memories were fragmented,
there was nothing about male-female intimacy.
In those memories, she hadn't even had a physical body.
After a long time, Li Meng finally parted from Klarence's lips.
Facing his gaze, Klarence's face was completely red.
Laughing, Li Meng stood up,
scooping Klarence into his arms.
"This is a joyous occasion. Klarence, let's celebrate in bed!"
Klarence shyly lowered her head.
"Haha!"
Li Meng laughed heartily,
carrying Klarence out of the hall.
To conquer a Demon King was quite an achievement.
Klarence's bashful attitude made him like her even more.
The Moon Demon Tribe resembled East Asians,
with black hair and black eyes,
but their features leaned toward Eurasian mixed blood.
That night, in the Demon Emperor Palace bedchamber.
"Is this a map of the Southern Continent?"
After a whole day's battle,
both of them looked a bit tired.
Standing naked before a giant wall map,
Li Meng studied it.
The Goblin Forest and Ogre Mountains were visible to the south.
Klarence rose from the bed,
her naked body stepping barefoot toward him,
swaying her plump hips with every step.