The Strongest Dull Prince’s Secret Battle for the Throne

Chapter 618: A Suggestion for a Visit

"Now, the supreme commander is..."

"Arnold Lakes Adler...?"

"He's the dull prince of the empire...!"

At the main castle wall, the kingdom's defense soldiers began to stir. They probably didn't anticipate that the enemy general would come to them. A clear hostility lingered in their eyes. And then,

"He's the enemy general! If we kill him here, the enemy will crumble!!"

"So the wasted prince who had all the good things taken by his younger brother is really the figurehead general!!"

"Take him down!!"

The kingdom soldiers are about to pounce on me with their full might. But I don't direct my gaze at them. My attention is on a man with brown hair. He must be in his thirties. He looks a bit overweight and gentle, not at all like a warrior. But the enemy always starts from there. In other words, the one giving instructions on the field is my opponent.

He looks surprised and keeps his eyes on me. The defense soldiers around him are likely volunteers from the citizens. Their equipment isn't uniform. Still, the fact they can move so well must be proof that they trust him. And he has the command ability to live up to that trust.

"Mr. Dorolm, let's take him down!"

"Surround him! Don't let him escape!!"

In the meantime, I've been completely surrounded by kingdom soldiers. But then again, I was in enemy territory from the beginning. I have only one ally nearby. However, one is more than enough.

"U-uh, waaaahh!!"

Not knowing what to do, one man lunges at me with a spear. But in an instant, his spear is reduced to pieces.

"Cherry blossom hair, jade eyes. Only those who understand their meaning should attack me. But there won't be a next time. Any disrespect to my prince will be paid for with your life."

"Ah, Armsberg...!?"

"A white cape..."

"The prodigy of the Brave Duke...!!"

At Elna's words, everyone around me took a step back. They were surrounding me before, but now they're merely watching, no different from spectators. Everyone fears Elna's presence. However, there is one man who does not take his eyes off me. The brown-haired man from before. He must be the commander.

"I apologize for coming unannounced. You must be Mr. Dorolm, correct?"

"...Indeed, I am Edmund Dorolm."

Saying this, the enemy general, Dorolm, steps forward. He must be a real kingdom squadron leader. He's wearing worn-out military clothes, but there's no doubt he's the general commanding this region.

We were technically more powerful, and we could have easily overpowered him, but under equal conditions, it would have been a tough fight. That's how impressive his troop management was. He's clearly a hidden talent. After defeating the crown prince, whether a demon appears or not, the kingdom will enter a rebuilding phase.

Ansem's health is not good. He can't function properly without the medicine he received from the crown prince. But with the medicine, he can move. Fortunately, there are connections with the Dragon Tribe, who excel in medicine. Ansem can have the Dragon Tribe examine him later. If that doesn't work, Ansem has a sister. In any case, there is someone to succeed the throne.

However, there can never be too many supporters. The empire has been in constant warfare. It's about time to take a breather. For that, the kingdom must stand firm. And that's why I'm striving to prevent bloodshed. I'm sure this Dorolm will be a good aide to Ansem and the others.

He's too valuable to lose.

"I came to talk. I thought you wouldn't agree to a meeting unless I came in person, so I came unannounced."

"...Why would you, the supreme commander and prince of the empire, do such a thing?"

"It's best not to shed blood. Don't you think so?"

"I agree. However, it's the empire who invaded us. If you don't want to spill blood, retreat immediately."

"I wish I could do that, but it's not possible. At the Wise King Conference, the kingdom was judged to be 'the enemy of the continent.' Hence, the coalition army."

"What nonsense!? We're the enemy of the continent...!? Why!?"

"Dorolm widened his eyes in surprise.

The surrounding guards exclaimed in disbelief.

But I interrupted them.

'The reason is that Crown Prince Lucian is turning civilians into monsters and using them as military force. There's already a lot of evidence, and the allied forces are fighting these monsters everywhere. I have been entrusted with dealing with this problem. The purpose of the Allied Forces is to make the Crown Prince stop this act. Therefore, I have no intention of fighting with you.'

'Turning civilians into monsters...? Such a thing...'

'Proof over arguments. Why don't you see for yourself? We'll guarantee your safe journey.'

'You think we can trust you?'

'Of course, let's leave a hostage here. Me, the hostage. If it's just one person, it could be suspicious, so it would be better to go with several people. There are battles going on in both the north and the south.'

The air force of the Allied Forces is well-stocked.

Except for those who have too much magical power like me, there should be no inconvenience in moving.

You should be able to confirm it soon.

If I become a hostage, Dorolm will have no choice but to go.

After all, I have already shown my power.

There is no need to sacrifice myself to defeat Dorolm.

'It's a lie! Don't go, Dorolm!'

'It must be a strategy of the Allied Forces! They are planning to sacrifice the prince to defeat you, Dorolm!'

'That's right! This guy is just a pawn!'

The guards who don't trust me.

In response to them, Dorolm said.

'...Why? You should be able to... minimize the damage and make this place fall. I couldn't stand up to you...'

'Blood will flow if we fight. I want to save as many civilian lives as possible. As the commander of the Allied Forces, I ordered the capture of cities other than the capital, to reduce the number of people turning into monsters. But that means abandoning the citizens of the capital. That's why I have a responsibility. The responsibility to reduce the sacrifices that can be reduced. And the responsibility not to shed blood. If you still say so... I'll accept the challenge. I swear on the name of the Imperial Prince, I'll make this place fall in an instant. This is not a threat. You should understand. I can make this place fall at any time.'

'It's a bluff! Dorolm!'

'It's not a bluff... Clearly, the commander had changed. The one who was in command was the prince here. He could have killed us at any time. But the prince didn't do that. The reason is that he didn't want to shed blood.'

Dorolm said that and took a deep breath.

And then,

'You, who can command so well, wouldn't sacrifice yourself just to defeat someone like me. You overwhelmed me to make me think that, didn't you?'

'If it offended you, I apologize.'

'No, thanks to you, I can accept your proposal honestly. If you say it's faster to see, let's go and see. The reality of the kingdom.'

'Dorolm! It's definitely a trap!'

'Even if it's a trap, it's not a bad deal. I can defeat the commander of the Allied Forces with my own head. That's the only chance the kingdom has. But... I'm sure it's not a trap.'

Dorolm muttered sadly.

It's a relief that he understands quickly.

To avoid shedding blood, I am making the maximum concessions. He understands that.

And understanding means that our argument is correct.

'Then, I will select those who will accompany me. Until I return, I would like you, Your Highness, to stay in this city. Is that okay?'

'No problem.'

'Dorolm! If that Armsberg guard is there, they can escape immediately!'

'That's right! From the inside, it can collapse!!'

'Send that guard somewhere!'

'That's right! We won't trust you unless you do!!'

The guards raised their voices.

Dorolm tried to rebuke them, but before that, Elna spoke.

'I could kill you all right now, you know? Apart from the general, none of you are valuable. The prince is trying not to shed your blood or the blood of the Imperial soldiers. But if the prince is in danger, I will choose to shed only your blood. If you want to test whether that's possible... make some noise. I don't mind either way.'

She calmly stated the facts.

If she wanted to, she could annihilate them all by herself.

She has that confidence.

It's neither a lie nor a bluff.

That's why Elna's words are intimidating and convincing.

Everyone fell silent.

And then, Dorolm said with a bitter smile.

'Let me show you to the mansion, then.'"

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