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The Return of the War Legate Chapter 3009
"Jed is dead, and you used his identity to deceive me?" Rufus released his grip on Ilyas, stumbling backward in disbelief. The few guards standing nearby also realized they had been duped by Ilyas."Sir! Allow me to execute this traitor for you!" one of the guards said."Leave!" Rufus bellowed in anger.Rufus, renowned for his wisdom and valor, discovered himself deceived by Ilyas at this crucial moment.‘Jed’s dead?’ Disappointment crossed Rufus’s face. He and Jed had competed fiercely for decades, harboring mutual hatred. He had long wished for Jed's demise. Yet, upon learning of Jed's death, a twinge of sadness washed over him."He's gone..." Rufus muttered to himself."Sir, this isn't a setback! With Jed's demise, you'll be the first to surrender to Silverboa. You'll surely earn their favor!" Ilyas said.Bang!Rufus, consumed by his emotions, erupted in rage, “The first to surrender? Yes, it may bring benefits, but it will also brand me with the mark of shame!"After being
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"You truly are an exceptional individual. Rest assured, now that we've chosen this path, I will treat you with respect," Rufus declared earnestly.This time, Rufus meant it. Despite his previous deep suspicions of Ilyas, he now placed full trust in the latter.Once Ilyas had been attended to and bandaged, Rufus asked softly, "So, what's our next move?"Ilyas's eyes gleamed, but he said calmly, "Do you know who that man was just now?""No. Do you?" Rufus asked, his curiosity over Adrian's identity piqued."I can't say for certain, but I have some suspicions," Ilyas replied. Gazing up at the city tower, he continued softly, "Do you know why Silverboa unexpectedly clashed with Obscura?"Rufus appeared puzzled."It's because of recent events in the capital of Silverboa. There was a shift in power dynamics between the pro-peace and pro-war factions...""You're referring to the replacement of the crown prince of Silverboa?""Exactly. After the crown prince was replaced, the pro-war
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However, before Quintin could lead his two hundred thousand troops to catch up from the horizon, Sid had already consolidated his over one hundred thousand troops and advanced toward Leafall from hundreds of meters outside the city. Thus, Adrian still needed to hold out for a while until Quintin's reinforcements arrived."Just one more hour," Adrian murmured, glancing toward the other end of the horizon and shaking his head. The enemy commander would undoubtedly take notice, so the next wave of attacks would be exceedingly fierce.And Adrian's foresight proved accurate. Sid, concealed within his camp, had indeed spotted the ominous black cloud on the distant horizon."That's the direction of the coastline," Jeremiah remarked, staring at the shifting smoke and clouds in the distant sky, his voice tinged with disbelief."Could he have orchestrated all of this?" Jeremiah pondered with suspicion.That man named Adrian, his arrival on that specific day, his seizure of Leafall on that v
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Ilyas and Rufus exchanged glances."What was that?" Rufus, not very fluent in Silverboa City's language, thought he might have misheard."He's disrespecting us, my lord," Ilyas shrugged."No, I meant the sentence before that.""He said that Sir Adrian will halt the advancing army.""I heard correctly..." After Rufus surrendered, he had already anticipated what he might face, so he didn't care about Alfie's insult. What truly concerned him was Adrian. He had leaped down from the city tower and was going to confront the army. There were 180,000 people there! Was this guy crazy?The two stood on the city tower, silently observing the man walking toward the front of the army."Is he really going to do this?" Rufus muttered to himself."My lord, you haven't witnessed his true abilities...""Is he the one who killed Jed?""Yes. He dispatched Sir Jed with a single strike of his sword. No one can stop him!" Ilyas said in shock.Rufus shook his head. How could just one person possibl
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They all wielded the distinctive weapons of the Imperial Military Academy, dressed entirely in black—the unmistakable attire of the Special Operations Preparatory Department, signifying their identity. However, these uniforms were only introduced after Adrian had departed from the Imperial Capital and the war had truly commenced. Hence, Adrian didn't possess one of these uniforms.Perhaps some might question: what impact could the arrival of three hundred individuals have on a war involving over a hundred thousand, or even the ownership of a city? Three hundred ordinary people surely couldn't determine the outcome of a war.However, the members of the Special Operations Preparatory Department were a breed apart. Before enrolling in the Imperial Military Academy, they were already formidable warriors. All of them were under twenty years old, yet they possessed exceptional skills. Wherever they were placed in the world, they stood out as remarkable individuals. In terms of ability and
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If these three hundred individuals had encountered Obscura warriors at sea, it would undoubtedly hinder their progress. Thus, they proceeded cautiously, actively avoiding any encounters with Obscura’s forces. This cautious approach enabled them to swiftly reach Leafall.With the arrival of the Special Operations Preparatory Department, Adrian's burden was significantly eased. Though he had contemplated giving up earlier, he now harbored confidence that the situation would be resolved. As expected, within the next half-hour, these three hundred individuals cleared the area surrounding Leafall. Despite continuous reinforcements from Obscura, their offensive was ultimately hampered."Sir Sid! Why not command our men to encircle and strike down those three hundred men?" Jeremiah pressed, walking alongside Sid with evident concern. If they didn't eliminate those three hundred, breaking through Leafall's defenses within an hour would prove challenging."It's too late." Sid sighed in despa
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With the arrival of the Special Operations Preparatory Department and Quintin's army, the outcome of the battle near Leafall had become inevitable. This development was beneficial for both the residents of Leafall and Adrian's group. Under Adrian's governance, the residents of Leafall had endured considerable pressure, not from any direct actions from Adrian, but from the psychological strain of living in uncertainty. Once the situation in Leafall was resolved, Adrian would undoubtedly depart. Therefore, for the residents of Leafall, this was undoubtedly welcome news.If Quintin were to assume control of Leafall, the city, having already endured the ravages of war, would likely remain free from further conflict in the foreseeable future unless other factions from Obscura launched counterattacks in subsequent conflicts, which seemed highly unlikely. Quintin's arrival prompted the complete mobilization of the entire nation for war. Obscura now faced not only Quintin's two hundred thousa
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Despite Alfie's frustration, he was powerless to act, given that his group comprised only around twenty individuals, while Talan's group boasted three hundred members, each proficient in combat."If I could take you, I'd knock you down right now!" Alfie muttered under his breath.Talan glanced confidently at Adrian, anticipating the latter’s agreement to their proposed strategy. However, much to his surprise, Adrian dismissed the idea."The situation here has been resolved. With only Sandstone remaining, I see no need for us to engage in this," Adrian stated."Why?" Talan inquired, puzzled by Adrian's decision.Adrian shook his head, offering an explanation, "Capturing Sandstone lacks practical significance. It's primarily symbolic. We already possess one symbol, and acquiring another city in the same manner isn't necessary."Talan felt a sense of resignation. He noticed Alfie chuckling beside him, which only added to his irritation. However, Adrian's words prompted a realization
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The Daemon Emperor was startled."What is happening? This power..."Formless energy was surging forward, pressuring his nerves and senses.Below, Andy and the others trembled uncontrollably."Who is it?" Finnian stared into the crimson mist.Even Andy was horrified, his gaze locked on the unfolding scene in disbelief, and asked, "What is this? What exactly is happening?" At this moment, Adrian abruptly opened his eyes.Apparently, the Daemon Emperor had once conspired with Adrian's subordinates to ambush him.However, Adrian had managed to annihilate the traitors and sealed this Daemon Emperor. Now, fate had brought them together again."If I killed you once, I can kill you again." Adrian stood tall, his white robes fluttering in the air.The Daemon Emperor was stunned into silence."This is impossible! You're not that mortal boy!""Is that so? In this life, your end has come, and so has the era of the daemons." Adrian's voice was calm yet resolute. He stretched out his han
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Adrian's face hardened at the words. He despised threats above all else. While he understood what the mysterious entity desired, he couldn't yet fully comprehend its implications or find a way to counter it. His only choice was to focus on growing stronger.Within the hot spring, waves of raw, terrifying power surged and crashed violently against Adrian's body.The force, though beneficial, was brutal and overwhelming. Adrian's body struggled to endure, cracking as though it were disintegrating."Arghhh!"A heart-wrenching scream echoed as Adrian's flesh was torn apart and his aura gradually dimmed."Ahhh!"His agonized cries echoed once more. He could no longer withstand the pain.In the distance, a towering figure appeared and sneered. "What's this? Can't take it anymore? Pathetic. Humans are truly the epitome of stupidity."Suddenly, Adrian erupted with an explosive surge of energy, and in that instant, he broke through to the pinnacle of the Void Stage."Hmm? He actually b
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At that moment, the crowd was speechless.Adrian had ascended as if it were the easiest thing in the world.Faced with such a sight, no one could say much beyond admiration. Even if the Holy Son claimed Adrian had cheated, many secretly wished they could cheat the same way.Lacking Adrian's means, all they could do was envy him.Finnian chuckled. "Haha! You really caught us all by surprise, kid. Still, I'll count this as you repaying me a favor."For Finnian, the outcome couldn't have been better. With a broad smile, he seemed to have achieved his desired result. Adrian's successful climb was all that mattered to him.Once Adrian had vanished, the focus shifted to the rest of the group and their trials.When Adrian opened his eyes again, his entire body ached, but an oddly comforting sensation flowed through him. Surveying his surroundings, he realized he was now in a pond."Where am I?" he asked.Though uncertain about the place, Adrian knew he had cleared the trial and arriv
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The onlookers stared in bewilderment, their faces etched with confusion as they struggled to grasp the unfolding events.Meanwhile, Adrian seethed with barely contained rage. This wasn't his first encounter with such torment. Every few steps he ascended, another trial awaited.To Adrian, the relentless punishments felt suffocating. Yet he pressed on—this was the final stretch of the climb. "Adrian, hang in there!" Andy shouted, urging him to conquer the last step. To Andy, reaching that final step symbolized Adrian's growth. He had witnessed Adrian's remarkable resilience countless times and held unwavering faith in his potential. In Andy's eyes, Adrian was destined for greatness. Adrian's expression turned cold as he locked his gaze on the steps ahead. Determination flickered in his eyes. "If reaching the top guarantees a reward, it doesn't have to be me up there. As long as someone makes it, that's enough." With that, he shifted his focus to the void above and formed
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Adrian felt as if every nerve in his body was beyond his control. A deep sense of grievance filled his heart as the divine thunder from the void relentlessly crashed down.Rage surged within him, but under the onslaught of endless forces, he felt weak and constrained.Still, he had no choice but to press forward. He knew victory was within reach if he could endure a little longer—giving up now would mean death.If he fell, the shame and humiliation would crush him.Below, the Holy Son and others waited, eager to see him fail and mock him. This left Adrian no option but to push forward, striving toward the void above and his ultimate goal.The violent forces continued to bombard him from the sky.With every step, the thunder's impact intensified tenfold. His soul, already battered from a fierce battle with a horde of beasts, now felt as though it was dragging his exhausted body forward.Anyone else would likely have succumbed to despair. After all, under such immense pressure, ev
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The oppressive forces descending from the void seemed determined to halt Adrian’s ascent up the staircase.Yet he refused to yield. To him, these overwhelming challenges were merely obstacles to conquer.He pressed forward with relentless determination.Thunderbolts continued to rain down, but the ominous red light from before did not return—a relief, as he never wished to endure its crushing weight again.The memory of that light still haunted him, leaving a lingering sense of helplessness. Its suffocating pressure had drained his strength, reducing him to a gasping, powerless state.Despite the toll on his body and mind, Adrian remained singularly focused on reaching the final step. His burning desire for greater power drove him forward, unwavering and resolute.Step by step, he ascended, reaching the 95th step in what felt like an instant.Only five steps remained. His gaze locked onto the summit, and a wild glint lit his eyes. A daring idea sparked within him, consuming his
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Adrian pondered his situation, his cold gaze reflecting simmering frustration. Yet deep down, he recognized that whoever had designed the staircase was far from ordinary.Creating such a formidable trial required unimaginable power.Even a pinnacle Void Stage expert—or perhaps someone of the Multiply Stage—might bow in reverence before the ladder's creator."He won't last much longer. The divine lightning in this void is utterly destructive. In moments, he'll be reduced to ashes," sneered the Holy Son, his sharp eyes gleaming with malice.To the Holy Son, Adrian's demise was inevitable. Adrian had dared to offend him, and he was certain such audacity could only lead to death.Adrian caught the Holy Son's words and cast him a frosty glare. His intent to kill was unmistakable, though now wasn't the time.The staircase was no place for personal vendettas—eliminating him here would require careful planning.He also knew the Holy Son carried seals of immense power. A reckless move co
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Finnian's sharp gaze reflected a hint of admiration. "Kid, you owe me a big favor this time. You'd better treasure this opportunity."Adrian remained silent, unsure how to respond. His cold eyes revealed no emotion, though he fully grasped the challenges ahead.Fear was a luxury he couldn't afford—he'd come too far to back down now.Suddenly, a streak of red light surged from the void, hurtling toward Adrian with terrifying speed. His eyes widened in shock as the crimson beam struck him, slamming him against the staircase.Caught off guard, Adrian collapsed, sprawled helplessly on the steps.The crowd below watched in astonishment. No one had expected his seemingly indestructible body to be overwhelmed so easily.The Holy Son sneered. "Haha! It seems he's triggered some kind of taboo. Let's see how arrogant he is now!"His voice dripped with schadenfreude, his eyes gleaming with malicious satisfaction as he relished Adrian's struggle.Despite the crushing force, Adrian refused
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"What exactly is up there pulling me so strongly?" Adrian's expression hardened as he pondered the mysterious force drawing him upward.A surge of violent energy erupted across the sky, crashing down like a raging storm.Adrian advanced cautiously, each step deliberate and precise.Gone were the reckless strides of before—now he moved with steely determination, fully aware of the lurking dangers.He'd learned that the void's formidable forces seemed to target him directly, compelling him to proceed step by step. Any attempt to bypass its unseen barriers would provoke a devastating strike."Ridiculous," Adrian muttered. "If I've chosen to climb, nothing will stop me."The void's relentless power intensified.Bolts of thunder hammered down mercilessly, battering Adrian's body. Yet fear never crossed his mind.What was there to be afraid of?To him, the divine thunder wasn't an obstacle—it was a crucible, a tool to temper his body and strengthen his resolve.Despite the storm, A
