Knights and Magic Wand
Chapter 460 - 460 215 Expanding the Military and Preparing for War_2

460: Chapter 215: Expanding the Military and Preparing for War_2 460: Chapter 215: Expanding the Military and Preparing for War_2 Eriv felt even the summer air he breathed had turned a few degrees colder.

Leon, seeing the incredulous look on the Sealing Lord’s face, hurriedly spoke again: “My lord, what I have said is nothing but the truth.

You may send a trustworthy warrior to explore Eastern Kantadar to verify.

I am willing to take him there on a Griffin.

The distressed soldiers and civilians of Shatai City can also testify for me.”

“There’s no need for that; you are my most trusted warrior.” Eriv, having regained his composure, waved his hand at Leon: “I believe you would not joke about such grave matters.”

After finishing his words, he couldn’t help but rap on the desk, expressing his anger: “The people of Athias again!…

Their plot against my wife has yet to be settled, and now these damnable wizards from the Exotic Realm have committed such a heinous disaster that goes against the natural order.

If millions of lives suffer misfortune because of them, even eternal punishment in the hell of Vinoles would not be enough to atone for their sins!”

Leon quickly added: “We must report this to King Lydwen without delay.

Such a colossal crisis should not be shouldered by the Farolis Family alone.”

“Of course.” Eriv nodded and added with a sigh: “It’s just that…

the current situation makes it difficult to ask the King to stop his southern campaign and quickly end the war to deal with this disaster.

The ‘Old Dragon’s’ forces are currently unstoppable, and I heard that the Kingdom’s great army has already reached the foot of Ustato Mountain.

They seem poised to take the mountain pass and advance into the Kantadar Royal Domain.

Asking the King to stop now would be difficult, alas…”

Leon, frowning, said: “In the face of such a great disaster, if we do not stop that domain from completely devouring Eastern Kantadar, once the Corpse Ghosts amass to unimaginable numbers, it will be meaningless no matter how much Kantadar land Orland has conquered.

Even the original territories of the North will be ravaged by this calamity.”

“The problem is…

King Lydwen will not believe us as readily as you believe in me, nor would he easily end a war that is going so well.”

“I only hope he is willing to dispatch spies to Eastern Kantadar to confirm this situation as soon as possible,” Eriv said, resigned.

He also seemed to understand why the once fiercely united Kantadar Kingdom was now scattered like sand, facing Orland’s victories with confusion.

Since this terrible disaster originated from their earlier campaign to invade Seryan, it seems that Kantadar must have undergone some internal cataclysm, leading to no ruler standing up to this day to organize the defense against Orland’s southern advance.

“Regardless, effective immediately we must strengthen the defenses and armaments across the Earldom.

However, before I visit the frontline to see the King, I want to first send for allies like Count Rahman, Baron Anquela, and other lords to come to Archers to discuss this matter…” Eriv considered traditional allies the Farolis Family could call on, including even past enemies.

He then inquired of Leon: “And that city, Shatai – where exactly is it located in Eastern Kantadar?

Give me its precise location; those Kantadar people who are indebted to you can now become our aid…”

Leon hastily took out the map given to him by Yevan and verified the location.

…The lord and his subject discussed for a long time in the meeting room before concluding their conversation.

“I know you’re eager to return, and with such an urgent matter, I won’t keep you for the dinner.

Take a fast horse from my stables and quickly head back to Avalon,” Eriv said.

“Thank you for your understanding, my lord.” Leon stood up, remembering to bow this time.

He was indeed in a hurry to return and did not wish to tarry longer than necessary.

Eriv stood up and patted Leon’s shoulder.

“Make sure to organize your territory and military affairs.

Once I have made preparations, I will send word for you to join me on the journey south, and together we will proceed to the front lines to meet with the King.”

…

Borrowing a splendid noble warhorse from the lord’s stables in the castle, Leon galloped back hastily to the river valley of Avalon.

It was only just starting to get dark when he entered the city.

Having finally arrived at his own domain, his tense spirit gradually relaxed.

First, he went to the Mage Tower to let Lola make her appearance.

Seeing the little mentor get straight to work in the workshop to deduce the unfamiliar magic without saying much, Leon didn’t dare to disturb her and quickly returned to the main castle to convene a meeting with everyone.

In his room with Kovis’ help, he removed the three-layer heavy Knight Armor.

Leon let out a long sigh of relief, supporting his shoulder.

He looked at his companion and asked, “Acro, have you tamed that Stormhawk over this period?”

With the servants carrying away the armor, Kovis turned back and replied, “Yes, ‘Xiao An’ is now willing to let me ride.

Although it takes more time to reaffirm the contract and build trust, there are no issues for ordinary riding; it was raised captive by Pilireno and still remembers me, not showing much resistance.”

“Then I’ll have to trouble you.

From now on, I need you to help Avalon deliver letters and messages to many places,” Leon stated.

“It’s no trouble at all.

It is my honor to be able to help everyone,” the young man said with a smile.

“By the way, did you see that child Olivia brought back earlier?” Leon inquired.

Kovis recalled the famished boy and nodded.

“I just saw him.

Olivia seems to have arranged for him to stay in the academy dormitories.”

“That child has the talent for learning magic; Lola discovered him.

I plan to let him learn magic from you.

What do you say?

Are you willing to take an apprentice?” Leon, having changed into casual clothes, led him towards the Lord Hall as he made the suggestion.

Kovis hesitated as he followed, “Me teaching him?

If it’s just introduction-level guidance, there wouldn’t be any problem, but I haven’t quite reached the standard of a Mage yet.”

“Introduction is enough.

The boy needs to start with the basics like literacy and math anyway; who knows how long it will be before he truly grasps the basics?

By the time he needs to learn higher-level magic knowledge, you’re likely to have become a ‘True Position’ Mage,” Leon affirmed convincingly.