This Lich Requests More Remuneration-Chapter 199 - 186 Continuing to Deceive

Chapter 199: Chapter 186 Continuing to Deceive

Chapter 199 -186 Continuing to Deceive

The Ghost Ship, in its mightiest form at sea, was seriously weakened when Aige summoned it onto the land.

But there was no choice, the power of Arthur Laine’s Heroic Spirit far exceeded her expectations.

The Holy Light in his hands seemed to have a life of its own, while others could counteract two parts of Dark Magic Power with one part of Holy Light due to a restraining effect, Arthur Laine’s Holy Light could neutralize a hundred parts of Dark Magic Power with just one part.

Aige did not want to delay; her magic power was vast but not infinite.

The colossal Ghost Ship plummeted from the sky, directly targeting the body of Arthur Laine’s Heroic Spirit and smashing down ferociously.

A resounding boom, accompanied by a terrifying shockwave, turned the area into a crater, the blast covering miles and toppling countless buildings; even the walls of the Royal Palace were affected, cracked by the vibrations.

Amberser was originally frowning as he went to seek out the Fury Tide Legion with Airel, but upon hearing this earth-shattering boom, he sensed that something was amiss.

“Isn’t this a bit outrageous? It’s just a Heroic Spirit after all.”

This devastating power deeply alarmed Amberser, who had thought himself to be a top contender in the Legendary class, yet in such a level of battle, he could only play a supporting role.

Airel, on the other hand, had eyes that sparkled with eagerness to try.

Her eyes literally gleamed with light. Those favored by the Lord of the Storm became violent enthusiasts when they used their power; the electrical energy would turn their eyes a dazzling blue-white as if even their blood had been transmuted into lightning.

The Storm Priests were berserkers in combat, granted speed and strength by the lightning, as well as nearly invincible bodies.

Fortunately, Airel still had a trace of reason, so she did not rush off to join the battle immediately but instead asked Amberser curiously, “Exactly how did you deceive that Undead and trap it?”

Amberser said, “An ancient seal of the Laine Empire can be traced back to the founding of Laine, and what’s sealed within is precisely what this Pirate Gang leader desires. The one battling her now should be the guardian within the seal.”

“You’re talking about the Laine Empire?!”

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Airel’s voice suddenly rose several pitches, her fists cracking as she clenched them.

Only then did Amberser remember that the Fury Tide Kingdom had migrated from the mainland; they left the bountiful continent because they were expelled by Laine. It was an age-old feud, one that likely took precedence over their hatred for the Undead.

If that was the case, he could probably use this to his advantage.

Amberser instinctively wanted to stroke his chin but swiftly resisted; lately, he developed a bad habit of stroking his chin when thinking, and as a Lich, he shouldn’t always be repeating himself.

Although he refrained from the gesture, he had indeed come up with an idea.

Amberser said to Airel, “Princess, I am aware of the enmity between Laine and Tide Fury, and precisely because of that, this is a critical moment that requires you to prepare in advance.”

Airel, puzzled, asked, “A critical moment? What are you talking about?”

“Of course, I’m referring to the plan you mentioned earlier about collaborating with the Silent Night Pirate Gang. Princess, we should now get the Fury Tide Legion started. We could strike at the Silent Night Pirate Gang leader while she’s isolated, or we could help her unlock the seal and use the treasures within to express our sincerity and discuss cooperation with them.

“As to which choice to make, that decision is for you, the future queen, to determine.”

Airel gazed with her clear green eyes, seemingly baffled by the question Amberser suddenly threw at her.

In his several centuries of life, Amberser had seen many similar looks; the most recent being on Katherine’s face. All were women of high status, extraordinarily gifted from birth and favored by the Deity, their clarity identical.

Therefore, persuading them should be somewhat similar.

“Princess, what exactly are your thoughts? Do we seize this opportunity to defeat the enemy, or do we collaborate with them?” Amberser asked.

Airel hesitated, then looking towards the distant battlefield where the fight was intense, she frowned and said, “Even if we can get ready, are we really capable of killing that Undead?”

Amberser was very pleased with Airel’s reaction; she had fallen right into his scheme.

“Excellent, Princess, you have finally grasped this key issue. The biggest problem with the Silent Night Pirate Gang is that they can’t be killed outright; we don’t have a hundred percent certainty of succeeding. Moreover, even if we were to eliminate this leader, do you think the rest of the Undead Pirates would just disappear? They wouldn’t, just one of their squads could plunder our shipping routes, so aside from making an enemy of them, there would be no improvement.”

Airel said, “You mean take this opportunity to cooperate with them? But such a good chance… I’m also a little unwilling to let it slip by.”

Suddenly, Amberser exclaimed loudly, “The worst thing a leader can be is indecisive. No matter what your goal is, constantly wavering will make it impossible for those beneath you to carry out their tasks. Princess, now tell me, do you truly have confidence we can completely eliminate the Silent Night Pirate Gang?”

Airel said helplessly, “I’m not sure.”

“That’s right, we all know that this pirate gang has been around longer than the Fury Tide Kingdom, and we’ve spent a thousand years unable to eliminate the opposition, which means this approach is no longer viable. So tell me now, Your Highness, from the perspective of the future queen of the Fury Tide Kingdom, what decision should you make?”

Airel’s tone became firm, and she said through gritted teeth, “I want to take this opportunity to discuss cooperation with the Silent Night Pirate Group.”

Amberser praised her, “Exactly, you’ve made the right choice. But don’t worry, Your Highness, we’re not going to negotiate in a groveling manner, but as equal partners.”

Airel asked excitedly, “Can we really do that?”

“Of course we can. Don’t you see who lured this Undead ashore? I’ve been ready for everything. Think about it, for such an important treasure hunt, why would the leader come alone instead of bringing her followers to take it by force?” Amberser said in a suggestive tone.

“Ah? Why?” Airel really wanted Amberser to just tell her the answer, but seeing the look in Amberser’s eyes, she began to think for herself.

After all, she was a princess, the future queen, and some things indeed required her own thought.

Having pondered for a long time, and nearly at the entrance of the Fury Tide Legion’s camp, Airel finally had a moment of realization, “I know now! The treasure is so powerful that if other Undead got their hands on it, it could threaten her position! I really am so smart!”

Amberser: …

Well, it is smart; Amberser thought of that excuse in just five seconds, but Princess Airel took almost twenty minutes.

Not bad, considering that Amberser is a Mage who adds intelligence.

When it’s time to praise, you should praise, let Airel lose her ability to think amidst the adulation. Amberser then told Airel, “Your Highness is truly clever. It took me almost half a year to come up with that.”

“Half a year? You started preparing this plan so early? How come I was completely unaware?” Airel asked curiously.

Amberser quickly explained, “Because I felt there were Undead spies within the Fury Tide Kingdom. Look at those three court mages, especially that Necromancer, Winston. Who would believe he has no relations with the Undead? The more people who know about it, the greater the risk of exposure, so I kept it hidden all along. Please don’t take offense, Your Highness.”

“Why would I mind? Lord Greyriver, you are a pillar of the kingdom. In the future… please support me well.”

For some reason, Airel’s face suddenly flushed.

Amberser thought, perhaps he’d oversold it and gotten the silly princess too excited? That wouldn’t be good.

When someone gets too excited, they’re prone to do something foolish. With things going so well now, he couldn’t let her go crazy; it was time to distract her.

Amberser said to Airel, “Your Highness, the Fury Tide Legion has already arrived. Why not have you issue the orders to prepare for battle?”

“Me? Why? You used to treat this legion as precious as your own wife; why hand it over to me?” Airel looked at Amberser with clear eyes.

“Because times have changed, Your Highness. You are the future queen, and everything in the kingdom rightfully belongs to you. The Fury Tide Legion was only under my care. Now is a pivotal moment for transition, and it’s time for Your Majesty to take control of your own forces. This was all prepared for you.”

This was entirely an excuse from Amberser. In fact, every time he issued orders to the Fury Tide Legion, certain rituals were required, often involving calling down thunder with much sound and fury. Amberser could wield lightning magic, but as he had said to the Necromancer, having different magic affinities makes it easy for insiders to spot the discrepancies.

No matter how powerful Amberser’s shapeshifting was, he could only change his appearance, not transform his dark magic power into the power of the Lord of the Storm.

To act would be to give himself away at once, to be unmasked immediately.

Having Airel take over was the best option, giving her a little something to do was the perfect way to keep her firmly under his control.

After hearing this, Airel’s face grew even redder, and she whispered to Amberser, “So you had this in mind all along, and I didn’t even realize it.”

“Of course, I couldn’t be too obvious; after all, His Majesty is still in power. Pledging allegiance to you in private, that would be an act of betrayal, Your Highness. So please, help me keep this a secret, let’s pretend you know nothing.”

Airel smiled reassuringly, “Don’t worry, I won’t let my father blame you, and I believe he won’t either.”

She looked pretty when she smiled, but nothing compared to Katherine, and since Amberser was immune to Katherine’s smile, Airel’s smile had no effect on him whatsoever.

Airel, accompanied by Amberser, entered the camp, and the strongest legion of the Fury Tide Kingdom began to bustle with activity.

Watching the Storm Priests ready themselves for battle, Amberser could only hope that everything would go smoothly from there on out.