Seven Days in Fiore (4)

After dealing with the humanoid obstacle that rushed in front of him, Gildarts found a relatively safe spot where he could monitor the situation on the second floor and sat down.

After everyone arrived at the reception room on the second floor and took their seats, Makarov asked, "I wonder what business Mr. Sordil has come to entrust with this?"

"Guild Master Makarov, I've come to ask your guild to help me gather information on Destruction Magic!" (Old Suo)

"Destruction Magic? (Makarov)"

"That's right, it's Destruction Magic!" (Old Suo)

"Excuse me, could you please explain what Destruction Magic is?" (Makarov)

"The so-called Destruction Magic is a general term for God Slayer Magic, Dragon Slayer Magic, and Demon Slayer Magic. (Old Suo)"

"I've heard of God Slayer Magic and Dragon Slayer Magic, but I've never heard of Demon Slayer Magic before. What kind of magic is this?" (Makarov)

"The Demon Slayer Magic is similar to the God Slayer and Dragon Slayer Magic, capable of absorbing power of the same element to strengthen itself. However, the difference is that this is magic specifically designed for demons." (Old Suo)

"Oh! I see! (Everyone except Old Suo)"

After processing the information Old Suo had transmitted into his mind, Makarov asked in bewilderment, "Mr. Sordil, with your abilities, collecting these things should be an easy task. Why did you entrust them to our guild?"

"Guild Master Makarov, you're right. With the power behind me, collecting these things would be easy. However, my country is currently at war with the Northern Alliance, and we simply can't spare any manpower. Yet, I urgently need these items, so I have no choice but to entrust this matter to your guild! (Old Suo)"

"I see. Alright, Fairy Tail will accept this request!" (Makarov)

"Given the unique nature of this mission, I'd like to make it a permanent one. Any member of your guild who finds information on Destruction Magic can come and collect their reward by Request Letter. The specific reward will be negotiated between the member who completes the mission and us. What do you think? (Old Suo)"

"Very well, I have no objection!" (Makarov)

"In that case, it's settled then!" (Old Suo)

"Alright! I'll have someone post this request on the mission bulletin board shortly; someone should accept it soon. (Makarov)"

"Thanks a lot then! (Old Suo)"

"You rascal, now that the job's all arranged, shouldn't we take our leave?" (Irene)

After receiving the Queen's helpful suggestion, Old Suo nodded and then said, "That's right! Now that the commission has been made, it's not convenient for us to bother Chairman Makarov any further."

Upon hearing this, everyone stood up.

"President Makarov, excuse me! (Old Suo)"

"I'll see you all out!" (Makarov)

"Thank you for your help! (Old Suo)"

When everyone reached the stairwell, they were instantly stunned by the completely transformed hall below and the large, humanoid sphere that was constantly emitting cries of disbelief. (Of course, Old Suo, who was already mentally prepared, was only outwardly shocked; as for his inner self... hehe! They're all Fairy Tail, who doesn't know this stuff!)

"Stop it, all of you!"

Upon hearing Makarov's roar, the humanoid unidentified object below immediately disintegrated, splitting into Fairy Tail members with bruised faces and tattered clothes.

"President, it's Kata other two..."

Before the witnesses below could finish their testimonies, Makarov, with countless hash marks above his head, roared, "Shut up!"

Sensing the president's anger, the area below instantly fell silent.

After dealing with the group of troublemakers below, Makarov turned his head apologetically and said, "I'm sorry, everyone, I hope you've had your fun!"

"Hehe! Guild Master Makarov, what are you saying? Your guild members are lively, cheerful, and united; we can't help but admire them!" (Old Suo)

Thanks to Old Suo's smooth-talking, the awkwardness was finally over, and they set off again, heading out of the guild.

When Makarov returned to the guild after seeing Sordil and the others off, Gildarts, who had been waiting for a long time, immediately came to greet him.

"President, who were those people just now, and why did they have such great power?"

Makarov didn't answer Gildarts's question. Instead, he shouted at the crowd in the hall, "What are you idiots doing standing there like idiots? Hurry up and tidy up the hall!"

Upon hearing Makarov's words, the crowd, who had lined up and were awaiting punishment, immediately began to clean up the mess.

"Gildarts, come with me!"

After speaking, Makarov led Gildarts up to the second floor.

After confirming that no outsiders were nearby, Makarov closed the door and said, "The silver-haired boy was the king of the Erus Kingdom, and the Red-haired girl beside him was his Queen. As for the others, I don't know them!"

"What? He's King Erus? No wonder he's so powerful!" (Gildarts)

"Yes, he is indeed very powerful; even the Selene the God might not be his match. (Makarov)"

"Not only him, but the people around him are also very powerful. They must be the legendary Thirteen Palace Guardian Heavenly Kings!" (Gildarts)

After Gildarts finished speaking, Makarov nodded and said, "Who they are doesn't matter, as long as they don't have any hostility towards us!"

"By the way, Guild Master, what brings them here this time? (Gildarts)"

"They've come here for a commission, a very large commission!" (Makarov)

"Your Majesty Sordil, where are we going next?" (Arcadius)

"We've finished everything we needed to do on this trip, so we're ready to return to Philiers." (Old Suo)

Upon hearing Old Suo's reply, Arcadius asked in bewilderment, "Your Majesty Sordil, since you are preparing to return to the Erus Kingdom, then we should head towards the border. Why are you heading towards Crocas instead?"

After giving the Cherry Blossom Knight Commander a slight smile, Sordil said, "Now that we're leaving, of course we should bid farewell to King Fiore!"

Upon learning the correct answer, the Knight Commander hurriedly said, "Your Majesty Sordil, before your departure, His Majesty instructed that if you intend to leave the Kingdom of Fiore, I will escort you there; there is no need to bid farewell to His Majesty."

"Hehe! It's alright, it won't take long anyway! (Old Suo)"

After saying that, Old Suo increased the speed of the windboat and sped straight toward Crocas.

Auriel City, the King's Palace

"Is what you're saying true? (Pallet)"

"It is absolutely true, Your Majesty! (Defense Minister)"

"Hmph! Good! Very good!" (Pallet)

"Your Majesty, if we don't take action soon, it may be too late!" (The Finance Minister)

After frowning and pondering for a moment, Pallet shook his head.

"No rush! Wait a little longer!" (Pallet)

"Does His Majesty mean... a long-term strategy?" (Agriculture Minister)

Upon hearing the Agriculture Minister's words, Pallet smiled and then said approvingly, "Hehe! You're so clever!"

"Thank you for your praise, Your Majesty!" (Agriculture Minister)

"But... Your Majesty, we can't just do nothing and let them run wild!" (Defense Minister)

"Who says we're not doing anything?" (Pallet)

"Then... (the Finance Minister)"

"Hmph! Come closer!" (Pallet)

Upon hearing His Majesty the King's words, several ministers craned their necks forward, and soon whispers filled the palace.

Auriel City, Prime Minister's Residence, Underground Secret Room

"Gentlemen, you've all heard about the recent events that have occurred in the Kingdom of Cushen and Kingdom of Stellara, haven't you? (Prime Minister)"

"Prime Minister, that man is the center of attention right now. We dare not miss a single word or action of his. How could we not know about such a big commotion in the southeast!"

"Yes!"

"Yes!"

After everyone agreed, the Prime Minister nodded in satisfaction and said, "Then I would like to ask you all: do you think His Majesty the King... no! The Northern Alliance, is capable of stopping that person?"

Upon hearing the Prime Minister's words, everyone lowered their heads, and some even shook their heads helplessly.

"Since you all believe that the Northern Alliance is no match for that person, do you intend to fight to the death alongside His Majesty the King, or are you prepared to... (Prime Minister)"

After understanding the Prime Minister's implied meaning, everyone looked at each other for a while. Then, the man who had spoken first stood up and said, "Prime Minister, we have all experienced that person's methods. To resist to the end is to die!"

"Yes! Resistance to the end will only lead to death, while surrender... hehe! With your abilities, your future status will probably be no worse than it is now, and might even be better! (Prime Minister)"

Upon hearing this, everyone glanced around and then revealed confident smiles.

Just as the atmosphere was getting heated, a guy stood up and poured cold water on everyone's enthusiasm.

"Prime Minister, even if we are prepared to surrender, what about His Majesty the King..."

"That's right, how could His Majesty the King agree to surrender!"

"Oh no! We're in big trouble now!"

Hearing the complaints from the crowd, the Prime Minister sneered inwardly, then said softly, "Gentlemen, there's no need to worry. His Majesty the King be dealt with by his own people. We just need to prepare for our surrender!"

"Someone is dealing with this? Prime Minister, could it be that you've already thought of a solution?"

"Ha ha"

"Ha ha"

After a burst of wild laughter, the Prime Minister looked up and gazed northward, saying, "We're not the only ones who don't want to die! Nor are we the only ones who want to rise to higher positions!"

Looking at the Prime Minister's strange words and actions, everyone exchanged glances, and then suddenly realized what was going on!