"...I am the Daughter of Insomnia, and I will accompany Mr. Lin Ke to defend the oldest glory of the Human Race! I will charge alongside Lin Ke!"
"The Human Race shall forever stand tall!"
These last words from Princess Rica were evidently from the Insomnia Emperor; Lin Ke had seen them in the book "The Chronicles of Naseng."
"Your Highness, you mustn’t!"
"Your Highness! Your lineage is so noble..."
Some nobles around spoke out in shock, and others looked toward Curry Housekeeper behind Princess Rica: "Lord Curry, quickly advise the Princess!"
Curry Housekeeper, still smiling, stood behind Rica, and upon hearing the words, he knelt on one knee to Princess Rica and softly spoke: "I will defend the glory of the Gula Clan to the death, until stars fall, the world collapses, rules are destroyed... even unto death."
He was the housekeeper of the Gula Royal Family and was an elder who watched Rica grow up.
Princess Rica might die for honor, but that would certainly be after Curry’s death.
Swear to follow Princess Rica to the death!
Curry Housekeeper’s eyes held comfort, pride, and a readiness to die.
The Gula Clan, also known as the Black and White Clan, has always revered honor, never backing down between dignity and life!
The crowd was greatly shaken upon hearing these words.
Princess Rica’s expression became even more resolute, and Lin Ke looked at Rica with genuine respect.
Just then, the distant sound of galloping hooves was heard.
Lin Ke turned to look back.
In the distance, the son of Marquis of Ice, Laplace, was leading his guards and servants, hastening over.
Lin Ke looked over, puzzled, and asked loudly: "Lord Laplace? May I ask..."
"I want to fulfill the noble duty of the Ice Family!" Laplace’s voice was almost a shout, seemingly unfamiliar with amplification spells, his face flushed red.
"You mean..." Lin Ke’s expression shifted slightly.
"The Ice Family is the closest to the Lava Swamp, which is Azanen... I mean, I want to stay and give those magical beasts daring to invade the Black and White Kingdom something to remember!"
Laplace shouted as he galloped over, pulling his horse over to Lin Ke, slightly out of breath.
Even Lin Ke, usually composed, was stirred by Laplace’s words: "Great! Let’s fight those beasts together!"
Actually, the previous disputes between Laplace and him were just youthful rivalry.
Laplace thought he always needed to be in the spotlight; someone like Princess Rica should notice him most.
So, when Princess Rica didn’t pay attention to him and wanted to marry Lin Ke instead, he mocked Lin Ke.
Ultimately, it was just childish rivalry.
At this moment, Lin Ke turned to look at the nobles, especially Princess Rica: "Everyone! Please set forth! I, Azanen, will gather all forces within two days, just six kilometers from here!"
Lin Ke pointed directly south.
Thanks to using a coordinate system to map the development of his domain, he knew this area like the back of his hand.
Six kilometers is roughly a quarter of the distance between Azanen’s southernmost village and the northern edge of the swamp.
Defending there was advantageous; they could attack or retreat if needed.
Thus, Lin Ke solemnly declared once more: "I will lead the charge! To resist the magical beasts!"
When he spoke it for the second time, everyone finally understood Lin Ke’s determination and began to respect him, the atmosphere becoming solemn and respectful.
"I swear to follow the glory of Linke Azen to the death!" At that moment, John’s voice rang out.
He knelt on one knee, bowed to Lin Ke, lightly hammered his right hand against the location of his heart, his tone filled with suppressed fervor.
"I swear to follow the glory of Linke Azen to the death!"
Not just Azanen, but Linke Azen!
Butler Billy, Rabbitman Knicks, the castle maid chief, the Guard Captain, and a series of others, along with Azanen’s guards and servants, all coincidentally knelt on one knee.
The words were scattered, yet filled with a sense of fervor and admiration.
Their lord, their King of Azanen, their Young Master Like, was going to lead the charge!
Today, they felt unparalleled wisdom, faith, and glory upon Lin Ke!
They were willing to follow such an aristocrat!
The nobles looked at this scene, at Lin Ke, and in a daze, saw what seemed like an ancient and powerful noble slowly rising.
"I remember... today is Mr. Linke Azen’s sixth birthday... Hmm, it’s six years, right?" Count Giant Sword’s voice sounded half sentimental, half appreciative, almost a mutter, and his tone also referred to Lin Ke as Mr. Linke.
Naturally, his voice was heard by everyone.
And then the nobles realized.
They were all shocked, followed by immense respect.
Six years old, the future is boundless.
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