After Being Sold Out By The Empire, I Decide To Assist The Demon King
Chapter 345 - 88: A Warning to the Empire

Chapter 345: Chapter 88: A Warning to the Empire

The war came to an abrupt halt... It was a very laughable and illogical situation. Neither side even conducted any degree of peace negotiations, nor was there any written agreement for the exchange of benefits. The war just stopped naturally.

The Duchy tentatively withdrew their troops, and the Empire did not advance.

On the surface, this war resulted in heavy losses for both sides... Due to sudden changes, the Empire’s nobles betrayed one after another. The losses and deaths among officials and the populace were countless.

As for the Duchy, they completely lost the elders of the Caesar Duchy within their country, directly losing a faction with considerable strength.

But in reality, both sides profited massively, and only the civilians were truly hurt.

...

The civilians... specifically referring to those without extraordinary blood and no chance to become professionals, their value was very small, so it was as if no loss at all.

This was the sorrow of the Extraordinary World.

However, during this period, nearly everyone, every country knew... something major happened in the Demon King Territory, surpassing even the unusual "cold." Its priority was placed at the forefront of everything.

Outsiders arrived on the Main Material Plane... Then, a Heavenly Holy Knight and a Blood Lord died.

They died at the hands of Yila.

This was information that could not be concealed, so now... almost every well-informed country already knew about this, and almost everyone who understood the situation knew what this meant.

On the one hand, Yila at this moment thoroughly solidified her position as "the strongest in the world." On the other hand, the status of the Demon King Territory also rose dramatically, which was undeniable.

Now, if Yila went outside, there definitely would not be a situation where people knew of her but couldn’t match her face to her name.

Now, she had truly become a superstar...

If it were in the past, Yila’s dreams would have been secure, and her future almost certainly would have become what she wanted. But now... every country seemed to be barely able to protect themselves.

The extreme cold was indeed a disaster capable of causing the Destruction of the World.

...

"In the autumn, could we possibly have no harvest?"

Although she was discussing national matters with Marilla, Isa’s mind was obviously not here as she stared out the window... Everyone knew what she was thinking about.

(Yila: What? Thinking about me?)

"If the cold continues, that result would be hard to avoid... Your Highness?"

At Marilla’s reminder, Isa turned her head, pretending nothing had happened, nodded, and said, "Yes, I understand. To avoid the impact of public opinion, we can only let more civilians sacrifice... Sigh~ Is that so?"

"..."

Marilla: "..."

Indeed, that was one way, but undoubtedly the lowest "last resort"... Besides, wasn’t it somewhat too cruel? How did the Family Head teach Her Highness?

However, seeing Her Highness’s mischievous smile... It was probably just a joke.

Thinking this, Marilla shook her head and said very simply, "Regarding this, we have already figured out what to do... doing the best we can and acknowledging the necessary sacrifices."

Saying this, Marilla was stunned for a moment because she suddenly realized that Isa’s previous words were similar to the answer everyone had discussed for a long time and came up with.

Figuring this out, Marilla looked at Isa in disbelief, then her expression quickly returned to normal... Yes, when it came to cruelty, perhaps everyone was the same.

They were all Yila’s students. Mocking who was more ruthless was just the pot calling the kettle black.

Of course, rather than being "ruthless" or "cruel," it was more like being "calm" and "indifferent" in a situation where it was impossible to do better, and accepting the past helplessness while focusing on the future.

"The Yaylimeinoceyatos Family, the Parada Family, the Goodwin Family, and other families are all willing to do their part in the current disaster... However, the effect remains uncertain."

Marilla reported this way. The Yaylimeinoceyatos Family was an old mage family, each being a genius-level spell master; however... not everyone mastered "Crop"-type Legendary Magic.

Moreover, their Mana reservoir was always quite concerning.

The Parada Family was a traditional alchemy family... Their loyalty to the Empire was questionable, and they seemed rather abnormal, regardless of gender, particularly fond of younger boys.

The phrase, "Hehe~ Lord Yila~ So small~ So fragrant~" was spread in top circles originating from the Parada Family. Gurela Jinesis Parada, who developed "glasses," was a prominent member of the family.

The Goodwin Family... mainly had money.

The other families could also perform various roles to some extent. This was the benefit of thoroughly handling Caligula’s faction. Otherwise... the Empire’s response wouldn’t have been so swift, and the disaster relief would have been more sluggish and difficult.

"After Lord Yila left the Empire, disaster followed one after another... first the riot of Magic Beasts, then now the cold... Sniff~"

Isa said this, sniffling, and then wrapped herself more tightly in the thick, warm clothing she wore, saying, "I wonder how Lord Yila is doing now, after dealing with the outsiders, if she got hurt or anything."

The topic turned to Yila...

Marilla sighed helplessly but... she was about to talk about this too.

"Speaking of Yila... The Family Head sent a letter."

Saying this, Marilla handed Isa a wax-sealed, already opened letter... It was clear that many had read this letter, and now Isa was completely sidelined.

If it was when Yila was still here, at least... ah, no one wrote to Isa back then, only directly to Yila, so it was fine. Now it was more regular.

"The front part is small talk and safety reports; the specifics are in the last part."

Marilla said this, watching Isa, who looked cold, with trembling hands extending from her coat, explaining, "According to Yila, Church Country Pope ’Mille Milyan’ seems to have the ability to foresee disasters themselves..."

Since everyone knew, Yila herself did not trust prophetic professionals much, now that even she spoke so seriously about it, perhaps the information was credible.

"The Family Head means the next disaster is a ’sea’ disaster, hoping all nations could evacuate materials and personnel from the coast as much as possible and temporarily close ports... Your Highness, what is your opinion?"

Regarding Marilla’s inquiry, Isa’s mind was entirely on the letter’s prior "concern" and "greeting." She replied casually, "If I said ’don’t believe it,’ you wouldn’t follow it, right?"

"..."

Marilla’s silence proved many things.

"Then evacuate. Anyway... I wouldn’t say ’no,’ as you know."

Saying this, Isa smiled, her eyes full of the letter’s words—

"How have you been lately?"