Chapter 1807: Chapter 596: The Last Trace of Calm Before the Stormrage (Part 2)
Our war god spokesperson may have many character flaws, but when it comes to major matters, he is absolutely clear.
“We cannot rashly start a war! I am trying to increase the Smey Clan’s voice in the kingdom to keep them here. Honestly, as someone who used to stand toe-to-toe with the Beast Race king, it’s truly unjust to let the Smey endure being under others for so many years!” King Sal said painfully after a long silence, “Sadly, my efforts haven’t been very effective because the kingdom isn’t just under my control; there’s the temple and the senate, and they steadfastly refuse to increase the Smey’s influence. I have no way around this.”
“If the Smey leave, what about our air defense?” Richard suddenly realized a crucial issue. Without the Smey Clan’s ‘Sky Banning Song,’ the sky would become an unrestrained corridor for enemies; the Beamon would suffer greatly, as relying solely on archers and javelin throwers would create gaps in mobility and deployment.
“The Smey still acknowledge themselves as Beamon. They haven’t established a country; what they’ve organized is an alliance. Mourinho promised he would still send people to help us defend against enemy air power,” King Sal said. “This is what reassures me the most: the Bode Clan still recognizes themselves as Beamon. They haven’t changed their name to ‘human’ like Monk did! They still care about the greater good and the kingdom! Perhaps their actions are simply to elevate their status to my level, avoiding the need to bow their heads to me, the Beast Race king, just like thousands of years ago, facing each other as equals.”
“Does this count as dividing the nation?” Liu was a bit confused.
“It could count, and it could not! If they establish a country and no longer recognize themselves as Beamon, but like Monk, change to a new name like ‘human,’ then it is unequivocal betrayal and separation, and we must go to war,” the king smiled bitterly again. “Actually, Richard, don’t feel puzzled. To be honest, if Smey doesn’t do this now, they’ll lose their chance to do so! If I were Mourinho, I would seize this last opportunity to shine, because once the Sea Clan and Demon Clan arrive, whether we Beamon can continue to exist is questionable! So I understand Mourinho.” ʀᴇᴀᴅ ʟᴀᴛᴇsᴛ ᴄʜᴀᴘᴛᴇʀs ᴀᴛ novel-fire.ɴet
Liu said nothing; the historical glory of the Bode Clan was indeed unforgettable for descendants. For the proud Smey, this is undoubtedly the ultimate goal, one most difficult to refuse and most longed for; speaking without understanding isn’t possible for outsiders.
“I estimate, what’s prompting Mourinho to make such a major decision, besides the reasons mentioned, likely also involves you and Cui Beixi.” King Sal suddenly snorted coldly. “But that’s just my personal opinion, may not be correct; ‘great Shaman of Divine Songs,’ you needn’t take it to heart.”
Liu blushed with embarrassment, yet helpless.
“We are still discussing in the senate how to handle the Smey. The scope isn’t about sending troops to attack them but whether to refuse their military aid!” King Sal said with a headache. “Let’s leave it at this for now; I need to attend a meeting. Richard, remember not to believe Brut’s nonsense. If you really go to attack Caiyu City, outsiders will laugh at us first. The Smey haven’t gone to extremes yet.”
“One last question, are the Smey and the Fallen Elves in collusion now?” Liu hurriedly asked. “The Fallen Elves have issued an ultimatum: within a week, either return control of the Underground World or watch as Florence turns to scorched earth and ashes.”
“Damn it! These Elves must be crazy! Whether the Smey are involved in this, I don’t know, but I can tell you, the Smey’s division of the nation is already an unforgivable sin. If they conspire with outsiders to harm their compatriots, even if the Bimon Kingdom fights to the last soldier, I’ll make them pay in blood.” King Sal bluntly dropped this sentence and hung up the bone link.
Liu held the Biyaqiao 3000 in shock for a long time, realizing he might never have ties with Mourinho again. Regardless of the harm he caused Mourinho or Mourinho’s betrayal, there is no chance for collaboration.
Is there a shadow of the Smey in the Fallen Elves’ actions this time? Liu thought for a long time, ultimately believing it’s unlikely. Not for other reasons, but because of Old Swan’s character—perhaps from a political view this is laughable, but Liu firmly believes Old Swan isn’t that kind of person.
Setting aside positions of justice or injustice, Mourinho is among the most moral individuals Liu knows. In Liu’s subconscious, he doesn’t want to see Mourinho, once a mentor, friend, and rival, fall that far. If it truly were so, he would personally destroy this former idol.
“Richard, go check the spoils first; stop spacing out.” Father Andulan looked at his increasingly busy son with some distress.
“Father, I’m finding it increasingly difficult to manage the situation.” Liu sighed. “My abilities are truly limited; I shouldn’t have climbed to such a high position.”