"Are you refusing to assist the Royal family?" The King was triggered by his father-in-law's simple words that practically stated that if your ancestor is powerful, then, just wait until he makes a breakthrough to finish your personal vendetta, not bother us to sacrifice our warriors.
Jewell Leveret hurriedly explained himself, "what I mean is that whether it's worth to send all of our experts just because of mere speculation. The Royal ancestor can solve the issue with just a snap of his finger. There's really no need to sacrifice our army."
"You…"
The King, who was looking forward to taking revenge on Azzy and Barton, got further enraged as soon as he heard the words of his own father-in-law.
If it was anybody, he would have atleast try to knock the sense of reality into them. However, since it's his wife's father, he couldn't help but feel saddened further.
Indeed, it is some kind of personal vendetta but it was for Leo, not for his own greed or something. And the victim was also his grandchild. Shouldn't he be angry? Why was he trying to oppose me instead?
Thoughts like these instantly turned his feelings into anger. If his own family member is against his decision, then, what about the others? Surely, they would follow the suit.
Brian Light doesn't intend to give everyone a chance.
Looking at everyone, he raised his voice, "The Royal family had taken its decision. All of you had but two choices. One is to stand with the royal family and the other is to cut off the ties with the Imperial Palace.
By tomorrow morning, I need at least one rank-7 from each of your family. If there's no one is alive, then, at least peak-rank-6 expert.
If you don't send one, then, I will only assume that you are revolting against the throne. Consider this as the moment to prove your loyalty."
For a few moments, the air became heavy as the courtroom ensued in silence. Everyone went into deep thinking. They don't know what step they should take.
A rank-7 Arcana master is precious to any organization or a noble family. How could they send them to death? At the same time, they had their roots in this country for several millennia.
Going against the royal family is the same as making their life difficult living here? Moreover, what would happen if the royal ancestor returns with rank-9 soul power? They will be doomed.
Every noble sitting in the courtroom fell into a dilemma, unable to choose the option.
Meanwhile, the head of the Leveret family didn't give up. He thought for a long time to look for the reasons to stop the decision of the King.
The King was looking at the expressions of the others. His anger was increasing further as time passed but no one is coming forward to express their loyalty.
After what seemed like an eternity, once again, his father-in-law, the brave one finally opened his mouth, but this time, he didn't bother to be polite and talked to him as if he was lecturing. "Your Majesty, once again, I emphasize that it's not about refusing to assist the royal family or not. But, it's about whether it's worth doing it or not at this time.
The Aclein Academy is currently hosting the Champions League. Interrupting it will also bring the wrath of WAMO and a dozen other top academies.
And just earlier, you mentioned this student Azrael is the holder of a platinum grade beast. Do you think those top academies that had an eye on Azrael will let you harm them?
Even if we go against them, what would happen if Azrael joins Dragon Academy? As a platinum-grade beast holder, as long as there are no hindrances to his path, he will surely become a rank-9 expert in the future.
Then, his majesty thought what might happen if comes for revenge in the future?
If you are angry about Leo's death, then, we should look for the main culprit, The Galarian King, not a poor 13-year-old commoner with who Leo might have enmity …
Only after it admits the truth, we can make a move on this Azrael.
Moreover, our prince Theo is also staying in the academy at the moment. What if he would be harmed in the process?
As for defeating a rank-8 Arcana Master and others, surely, with a few sacrifices, we will bring everyone down and drag Azrael into the trial. Then, what? Do you think about the consequences of making an enmity of the government?
Is it worth all this trouble over speculation of a royal inspector which has no solid pieces of evidence? Put your emotions a bit aside and think for a bit.
An all-out war will do nothing but harm to us. This is why either we have to wait until the league is over or the emergence of the royal ancestor from his isolation. The rest is his majesty's wish…"
Finishing his lecture, the old man sat down amid everyone's gazes filled with gratefulness.
As the head of the opposition party, Jewell was indeed eloquent in his speech, swaying the opinions of the listeners to his favor. Even the King fell into thoughts for a while, considering his father-in-law's advice.
After thinking for a while, the King stood up on his feet, "since all of you are so afraid of the consequences, so, be it. Those who don't want to have any part in this are exempted. The royal family will not blame them.
However, for those who wish to volunteer, the royal family will shield them from the consequences Lord Leveret had pointed out. I also remind everyone, one more thing.
Despite Azrael being the holder of a platinum-grade beast, he is a necromancer. The church will not accept the existence that can threaten its bible. If that Everglade will stand its way, then, he will too face the wrath of them.
So, think about it and choose wisely. I can wait for one week." The King then, walked away from the court, leaving everyone in thoughts once again.
***
<strong>Training grounds-1, Aclein Academy;</strong>
The moon was shining peacefully in the clear sky. The students of Aclein were peacefully sleeping in their dorms. Most of the contestants of the Champions league were chatting in the gardens, under the moonlight.
On the other hand, in the rocky habitat of the training grounds, one team was training vigorously.
"Don't attack straight, Snivy. Try to incorporate feign attacks in your moves." Azzy spoke in a straightforward after throwing her away with his left hand and then, dodged the shivering tree branch that tries to ambush him while he was giving a bit of advice to Snivy.
That's right. Azzy was now in team Twilight, instead of participating in the solo category in the League.
At first, he was indeed selected for solo. But then, a couple of teachers complained regarding favoritism. Even if Azzy proved his strength by defeating Vann, as he still didn't participate in the tournament, they felt it was unfair for other candidates.
When being reminded that he was also the principal of the academy, Barton decided to be fair and took out Azzy's participation in the League. Azzy sure was disappointed back then, but still, he accepted it as there's no Vann anymore for him to complete the unfinished battle between them.
The principal then gave the spot to the one who came in fifth
During such a moment, Calder stepped forward to give his spot to Azzy and requested the principal to accept it. He felt like if Azzy participates in the league, he will surely bring fame to the academy.
With Calder's sacrifice, Azzy ended up on the team filled with his friends.
Back to the present, the vigorous training continued.
After defeating Snivy, Azzy dashed forward towards a certain shivering oak tree and jumped onto the tallest branch in a single leap, where Mia was standing with a bow in her hand, before landing a fist in the stomach.
Since he didn't use any soul power in it, she didn't suffer many injuries except for a few bruises as she crashed onto a rock before falling on the ground.
"Ouch…" Mia rubbed her elbows, groaning in pain. "That hurt."
Landing before her, Azzy then said, "You should be attentive at all times. Never let your guard down. And that…"
Pointing at the shivering oak tree, he further commented, "By now, it needs to get used to my Vajra."
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