Chapter 463
463: A Big Gift
Except anything related to the Origin Crystals, Han Shuo told the story of his encounter with the old monster and Tiana at Tarrag Canyon. Even the incident at the Sacred Mountain of Church of Light located in Oden Empire was disclosed.
Candide was all ears as Han Shuo described his account from the beginning ‘til the end and his brows were tightly knitted together.
“Lord Candide, about those true powerhouses of Profound Continent and the Soul Race people, do you have any knowledge of them?” The reason Han Shuo revealed everything was to ask Candide if he was aware of their existences.
“Tiana is the protector of Kasi Empire. In Kasi Empire, Tiana is a godly being. She is a character of the same as era our Lancelot Empire’s dark divine magus Ayermike Cotton. I genuinely did not expect her to still be alive!” Candide exclaimed.
Ayermike Cotton? A character his era?! Han Shuo was startled.
Ayermike Cotton is one of the most reputable characters in the history of Lancelot Empire. It was all thanks to his existence that Lancelot Empire was established and possessed such mighty power and influence these days.
However, Ayermike Cotton the dark divine magus was a character from 500 years ago! Having found that out from Candide, Han Shuo then realized just how long Tiana had actually been alive. It was no wonder that even Stratholme the antediluvian old monster that lived through two dynasties would address her as ‘Elder Sister Tiana’!
“Besides Tiana, about those of the Church of Light and Soul Race, does your Lordship know of their origins?” Han Shuo asked as he stared blankly at Candide.
“That divine knight and light divine magus of the Church of Light you mentioned, I’ve read a little about them from ancient records. They are both existences of the Church of Light famous for their strengths a few hundred years ago. Everyone assumed that they had both died of old age. They had unexpectedly lived on until the present day.
By the time Han Shuo completed his story, Lawrence was trembling from the head down. He held firmly onto Han Shuo with both hands, his fiery eyes ardently on Han Shuo, and in an astonished voice he asked, “Bry…Bryan, you mean….. you mean you now possess demigod strength?”
“That’s right!” Han Shuo affirmed.
“Good! Good! Good!” Lawrence howled with laughter with his face to the sky. He then continued with a broad smile, “After the honorable Ayermike Cotton, finally, our Lancelot Empire is once again blessed with a demigod being! Haha, from now on, no one will disregard the mighty existences of my Lancelot Empire!”
“Don’t celebrate so soon. Like I just said, a demigod existence isn’t the apex of strength on the continent. Besides, I’m not the only one with demigod strength. Tiana of Kasi Empire is another. Over at the Church of Light headquarters in Oden Empire, there’s far more than one demigod existence!” Han Shuo doused Lawrence with cold water when he saw that Lawrence was so excited he nearly went mad, and feared that Lawrence might rely on him too much.
“I know, I know!” Lawrence said in an elated voice. “Of course I know. But with you in Lancelot Empire, I feel much more reassured in my heart. I have long thought of conquering Brut Merchant Alliance and Kasi Empire, but had always shelved it aside because of all sorts of apprehensions. But now, our Lancelot Empire can really flex our military muscles!”
“Alright. I knew you wouldn’t do anything so ill-judged! Hmm, you can start with the seven grand duchies first. Of the seven, Helon Duchy and Boulet Duchy have secretly allied with me long ago. As long as we set about this covertly, without Stratholme the old monster appearing to upset the apple cart, swooping all seven grand duchies is definitely in the bag,” Han Shuo said in a deep voice.
“Very well, I will back your campaign fully. Whatever military resources or physical resources you require, speak, what do you need? Tell me, and I shall aid you with all the resources of my kingdom!” Lawrence cut straight to the point. He seemed determined to firmly tether up Han Shuo.
“Frankly, military strategizing isn’t my strong suit,” Han Shuo replied with a bitter smile. After thinking for a moment, he continued, “As for how to attack the seven grand duchies, it’s better if I just leave you and your men to discuss and deal with it. Oh, by the way, it would be best that Dorcas is appointed commander for this matter. This chap has roamed about the seven grand duchies for the past several years, and is therefore totally familiar with the situation there. In addition, he has expertise in military strategy. I trust he will make a fitting commander!”
“No problem, I will make arrangements! Rest assured, without Stratholme’s hindering this time, the seven grand duchies will surely give in to the military might of my Lancelot Empire!” Lawrence assured.
“Well then, I have said what I ought to have said. I believe you will need some time to prepare as well. I shall depart now! I, for one, have yet to make time to see my ladies. If I don’t look for them as soon as possible, they are going to start grumbling for sure!” Han Shuo said smilingly to Lawrence.
After receiving a few meaningful winks from Han Shuo, Lawrence empathizingly said, “I understand. Haha, go ahead and repay your ‘debts’! Oh, right, your mansion has been rebuilt and all the servants are still there. Every now and again Phoebe, Fanny and the others stay there for a few days. Don’t forget that you still have a home in Ossen City!”
Previously, during the upheaval at Ossen City, in one night, many mansions of the nobles were destroyed into puffs of smoke. The mansion he received as a count was no exception to this heavy damage. Originally, Han Shuo thought that the mansion had been completely ruined. It looked as if Lawrence did indeed care about Han Shuo very much, to go as far as to completely rebuild the house for him.
“Thank you, Your Majesty!” Han Shuo replied. Without saying any more, he left the palace.
“A demigod expert! Madam Grace is indeed an admirable astrologer. Bryan, oh Bryan, you truly are my lucky star!” Lawrence muttered softly after Han Shuo had left.